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Is There Really Something for Everyone on the High Street? Petite, tall, plus-size or somewhere in between, how often do we hear that there's nothing available on the high street? In this episode, I'm challenging some of the misconceptions around high street shopping and why I believe there is often far more choice than people realise. As a personal stylist, I spend a lot of time researching brands, visiting stores and understanding what different retailers offer. From petite proportions and longer lengths to extended size ranges, knowing where to look can make all the difference. I'll be sharing my perspective on why we shouldn't dismiss retailers too quickly, why shopping is about more than the size label and how a little knowledge can open up a whole lot more choice. Because sometimes it's not about having more shops to choose from. It's about knowing where to look. Visit my services page for individual help https://lisatalbot.co.uk/services Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks episode I'm joined by Vicky Elmore Vicky is the founder of Vicky Elmore Kitchens, a kitchen design, supply and installation business working in and around Bath and Bristol. She doesn't have a showroom. Instead she meets clients in their own homes, designing made-to-order kitchens built by a trusted Bristol manufacturer and seeing each project through from first sketch to final snag. We discuss what she wears for client, site & professional meetings and how she's ready making the most of her wardrobe. Because great style starts with what you own. Explore Lisa’s styling services at lisatalbot.co.uk/services. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Autumn Shoe Edit: Shoes & Boots That Make Your Wardrobe Work In this episode of The Pocket Stylist Podcast, Lisa Talbot shares her advice on autumn footwear, from ankle boots and knee-high boots to loafers and trainers. Discover how to get proportions right, explore autumn colours beyond black, and choose shoes that work with your wardrobe, lifestyle and personal style. Lisa’s tip: Before buying something new, shop your own wardrobe first. You might already have everything you need! Because great style starts with what you own. Explore Lisa’s styling services at lisatalbot.co.uk/services. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My 5 Top Pieces for a Busy Woman This Autumn Getting dressed shouldn't be another thing on your to-do list. In this episode, I share five hardworking wardrobe pieces that can help you create versatile, polished outfits with less effort. Discover how to make your trousers, fine-knit jumper, blazer, shirt and coat work harder for your lifestyle. Remember, this isn't about buying more clothes. It's about making the most of what you already own and identifying what you genuinely need. Wardrobe first. Gaps second. Want to learn how to make your wardrobe work harder for you? A Wardrobe Review can help you rediscover what you own, identify the gaps and create outfits that work for your life. https://lisatalbot.co.uk/services Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Art of Layering: Dressing for Cold Mornings and Warmer Afternoons Cold mornings and warmer afternoons can make getting dressed a challenge. So how do you stay comfortable, look polished and adapt to changing temperatures? In this episode, I share five practical layering combinations, how to avoid bulky outfits and simple ways to make your existing wardrobe work harder. Because layering isn't about buying more clothes. It's about knowing how to wear what you already own. Your wardrobe should work for you. If you'd like help creating a wardrobe that works for your life, explore my personal styling services: https://lisatalbot.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Smart casual doesn’t have to be complicated. In this podcast I’m sharing my stylist tips for getting smart casual right, from the key pieces to combine, what can make an outfit look too casual, and how to make it feel polished, effortless and like you. Whether you’re heading to work, lunch, networking or dinner, these simple tips will help you take the guesswork out of smart casual dressing. Ready to Build a Wardrobe That Works Harder? If you'd like expert help creating a wardrobe that reflects your lifestyle, your personality and your ambitions, I'd love to help. Whether it's a Wardrobe Review, Personal Shopping Experience or Style Consultation, together we'll create a wardrobe that makes getting dressed the easiest part of your day. Visit www.lisatalbot.co.uk to find out more or book your consultation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this weeks episode I'm joined by Jodie, owner of the lovely organic brand Complicated Co. Life rarely slows down... From early starts and full diaries to constant notifications, shifting priorities, and everything in between, real life is layered, demanding, and often messy.Complicated Co. exists for that reality. Complicated Co is a design of clothing around how life feels, not how it looks. Instead of chasing trends or seasons, our collections are organised by state, the mental and emotional places we all move through. Because what you need to wear on an overstimulated day isn’t the same as what you reach for when you need grounding, space, or momentum. https://www.complicatedco.co.uk/ Ready to Build a Wardrobe That Works Harder? If you'd like expert help creating a wardrobe that reflects your lifestyle, your personality and your ambitions, I'd love to help. Whether it's a Wardrobe Review, Personal Shopping Experience or Style Consultation, together we'll create a wardrobe that makes getting dressed the easiest part of your day. Visit www.lisatalbot.co.uk to find out more or book your consultation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Hair Reset: Repair, Refresh & Get Ready for AW26 Summer can be brilliant for our hair… until the sun, heat, chlorine and salt water start to take their toll! In this episode of The Pocket Stylist Podcast, I’m joined by Lauren from Ruby Lox Hair to talk all things hair recovery and the transition into a new season. We chat about how to bring dry, sun-damaged hair back to life, the key AW26 hair trends and colours to know about, and how to choose a new-season look that works for you. From repairing summer damage to deciding whether it’s time for a colour refresh, this is your guide to getting your hair autumn-ready. In this episode:How to repair and revive hair after summerThe biggest mistakes we make with our hair during the warmer monthsThe AW26 hair trends to look out forAutumn's key hair colours and tonesWhether to embrace a dramatic colour change or simply refresh what you haveHow your hair colour can work with your overall style and wardrobeLauren's expert tips for healthier-looking hair going into autumnBecause a new season isn't just about changing your wardrobe, sometimes your hair needs a reset too.Ready to Build a Wardrobe That Works Harder? If you'd like expert help creating a wardrobe that reflects your lifestyle, your personality and your ambitions, I'd love to help. Whether it's a Wardrobe Review, Personal Shopping Experience or Style Consultation, together we'll create a wardrobe that makes getting dressed the easiest part of your day. Visit www.lisatalbot.co.uk to find out more or book your consultation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why Your Outfit Doesn't Feel Right, And How To Fix It Ever put an outfit on and felt like something was missing? In this week's episode, we're talking about the small styling decisions that can completely change an outfit. From proportion and layering to shoes, accessories and colour, I'll show you how to stop simply putting clothes on and start styling an outfit. Because sometimes you don't need a new outfit., You just need to style the one you've got differently. Ready to Build a Wardrobe That Works Harder? If you'd like expert help creating a wardrobe that reflects your lifestyle, your personality and your ambitions, I'd love to help. Whether it's a Wardrobe Review, Personal Shopping Experience or Style Consultation, together we'll create a wardrobe that makes getting dressed the easiest part of your day. Visit www.lisatalbot.co.uk to find out more or book your consultation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does Your Wardrobe Need More Clothes, Or More Clarity? In this weeks episode I delve into; Why women keep buying when their wardrobe isn't working The 80/20 wardrobe Why we repeatedly wear the same pieces How lifestyle changes affect our wardrobes Signs it's time for a wardrobe edit What to do before your next shopping trip Ready to Build a Wardrobe That Works Harder? If you'd like expert help creating a wardrobe that reflects your lifestyle, your personality and your ambitions, I'd love to help. Whether it's a Wardrobe Review, Personal Shopping Experience or Style Consultation, together we'll create a wardrobe that makes getting dressed the easiest part of your day. Visit www.lisatalbot.co.uk to find out more or book your consultation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Summer isn't over yet, but autumn is already creeping into the shops! In this episode, Lisa shares how to make your summer wardrobe work harder for autumn, so you don't feel like you need to start your wardrobe all over again. We’ll look at: The summer pieces you can easily transitionSimple layering tricksThe key autumn trends worth knowing aboutThe colours, shoes and accessories that will instantly update your outfitsHow to shop your wardrobe before you shop the new seasonBecause you don't need a whole new wardrobe for autumn. You just need to know how to style what you already have. 🎧 Listen now and get ready to make the transition from summer to autumn with confidence. Ready to Build a Wardrobe That Works Harder? If you'd like expert help creating a wardrobe that reflects your lifestyle, your personality and your ambitions, I'd love to help. Whether it's a Wardrobe Review, Personal Shopping Experience or Style Consultation, together we'll create a wardrobe that makes getting dressed the easiest part of your day. Visit www.lisatalbot.co.uk to find out more or book your consultation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How To Build An Autumn Wardrobe Without Starting Again Autumn doesn't mean you need a whole new wardrobe. In fact, before you head to the shops and start buying knitwear, boots and all the new-season colours, I want you to look at what you already own. In this episode, we're talking about how to transition your existing wardrobe into autumn, identify what's actually missing and shop more strategically. In this episode, we'll cover:🍂 Why you shouldn't pack away all your summer clothes just yet 🍂 How to transition your favourite summer pieces into autumn 🍂 The simple layering tricks that instantly update an outfit 🍂 How to introduce autumn colours without changing your entire wardrobe 🍂 Why you should identify your gaps before you go shopping 🍂 How to create easy autumn outfit formulas that make getting dressed simpler Your Style Strategy for this weekBefore you buy anything new, choose five pieces you already own and love. Then see how many autumn outfits you can create around them. If you're missing something, add it to a shopping list, but don't buy it just because it's new season. Ask yourself: “Will this work with at least three things I already own?” Because building a great autumn wardrobe isn't about starting again. It's about making more of what you already have Ready to Build a Wardrobe That Works Harder? If you'd like expert help creating a wardrobe that reflects your lifestyle, your personality and your ambitions, I'd love to help. Whether it's a Wardrobe Review, Personal Shopping Experience or Style Consultation, together we'll create a wardrobe that makes getting dressed the easiest part of your day. Visit www.lisatalbot.co.uk to find out more or book your consultation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 5 Questions To Ask Before You Buy Anything NewWelcome back to The Style Strategy Series! Before you buy anything new for your wardrobe, stop and ask yourself five simple questions. Because the goal isn't to buy more clothes, it's to make better choices about what actually deserves a place in your wardrobe. In this episode, I’m sharing the five questions I use with my clients to help them shop with more confidence, avoid impulse purchases and create a wardrobe that works for their real life. The 5 questions to ask before you buy:1. Do I actually love it? 2. What am I going to wear it with? 3. Does it fit my real life? 4. Do I already own something similar? 5. If I don’t buy it, will I regret it? Next time you're tempted by a new purchase, run it through these five questions before reaching for your purse. Because the best wardrobes aren't built by buying more. They're built by making intentional choices. Your Style Strategy challengeThe next time you go shopping, online or in store, don't buy anything until you've answered all five questions. You might be surprised by how many things you decide you don't actually need. Ready to Build a Wardrobe That Works Harder? If you'd like expert help creating a wardrobe that reflects your lifestyle, your personality and your ambitions, I'd love to help. Whether it's a Wardrobe Review, Personal Shopping Experience or Style Consultation, together we'll create a wardrobe that makes getting dressed the easiest part of your day. Visit www.lisatalbot.co.uk to find out more or book your consultation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why Buying More Clothes Isn’t Solving Your Wardrobe Problem Welcome to The Style Strategy Series, a special August series where I’m sharing the simple strategies I use with my clients to help them create wardrobes that work for their lifestyle. Have you ever stood in front of a wardrobe full of clothes and thought: "I have nothing to wear." You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing why buying more clothes rarely solves the problem and why a wardrobe full of individual pieces doesn’t always create a wardrobe full of outfits. We’ll explore: ✨ Why your wardrobe might feel overwhelming ✨ The difference between owning clothes and creating outfits ✨ How to shop with more intention ✨ The questions to ask before buying something new Because great style isn’t about having more clothes. It’s about having a strategy. Your Style Strategy Challenge: Choose one item already in your wardrobe and create three different outfits with it. Ask yourself: “How many ways can I wear this?” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever caught yourself saying, "I'll save that for a special occasion"? In this episode, I'm exploring why so many of us save our favourite clothes and how what we wear can have a powerful impact on our confidence, mindset and the way we show up every day. I'll share the psychology behind getting dressed, why your wardrobe should work for the life you're living now, and how one small change could transform the way you feel every morning. In this episode:Why we save clothes for "best"How your clothes influence your confidenceThe psychology of getting dressedSimple ways to make your wardrobe work harderThis week's style challenge to help you wear what you love✨ Remember, your favourite clothes weren't bought to stay on a hanger. They're meant to be worn, enjoyed and lived in. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love it if you subscribed, left a review and shared it with someone who needs this reminder today. Ready to Build a Wardrobe That Works Harder? If you'd like expert help creating a wardrobe that reflects your lifestyle, your personality and your ambitions, I'd love to help. Whether it's a Wardrobe Review, Personal Shopping Experience or Style Consultation, together we'll create a wardrobe that makes getting dressed the easiest part of your day. Visit www.lisatalbot.co.uk to find out more or book your consultation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.