The Style Stories Podcast

Show Notes In this episode of the Style Stories podcast, host Lisa Gillbe Personal Stylist speaks with Danielle from My Circular Wardrobe about the booming pre-loved clothing market and the importance of sustainability in fashion. They discuss the stigma surrounding secondhand clothing, the evolution of personal style, and the benefits of shopping pre-loved. Danielle shares her journey in establis...

Trust Your Instincts: Unlocking Personal Style from the Inside Out Host: Lisa Gillbe, Personal Stylist London , UK Episode Snapshot: In this episode, Lisa reveals how to tap into your instincts to discover a personal style that’s 100% you. She spills the two biggest reasons your wardrobe isn’t working, and exactly how to fix them. Forget chasing trends or copying influencers. The real secret? It’s...

Summary Lisa Gillbe, a top personal stylist in London , reveals how to conquer summer workwear—no matter how high the temperature climbs. Discover her expert tips for staying cool, stylish, and polished in the office, even during a heatwave. From must-have wardrobe essentials to the season’s hottest trends (hello, Bermuda shorts and crochet shoes!), Lisa shares practical ideas to help you look sha...

Summer Event Special Episode Show Notes: In this dazzling episode of The Style Stories Podcast, Lisa Gillbe—an experienced personal stylist with 15 years helping professionals elevate their wardrobes—sits down with the brilliant and renowned milliner Rachel Skinner. Rachel trained with the UK’s top milliners and is a co-founder of the British Hat Guild. She’s created exquisite hats for Her Majesty...

What to Wear to Work in Summer – Professional Style When It’s Hot in the City Struggling to look sharp when the temperature rises? You’re not alone! In this episode, Lisa Gillbe London dives deep into the art of summer workwear—how to keep your cool and maintain your professional edge, even when the city heat is on. Work wear has evolved, how to look current, stylish  AND professional this summer...

  Unwritten Style: How Street Influence Frees Us from Fashion Rules with Dawn Pedersen, Co-Founder & Creative Director at Trendzine/TRENDZOOM In this episode, I’m joined by Dawn Pedersen—trend forecaster, co-founder of Trendzine, and Creative Director at TRENDZOOM. Dawn’s expertise is in reading the cultural landscape: she draws inspiration from street style, mood, and the echoes of past trend...

Today I was joined by Naomi and Sarah from Creative Works Collective to discuss personal branding, personal style and how they are deeply connected. To get a wardrobe that truly feels like you, it's important to know what that looks like! Not many people take the time to step back and really think about that and what that means. Instead they get caught up in life and buy clothes randomly ending up...

Do you feel like you wear the same things on repeat and always default to the easiest option? Maybe you'd love to look a bit more pulled together but don't know where to start? This episode is for you! Most of us need a smart/casual wardrobe these days but it's easy to veer too far towards casual and before you know it you are feeling scruffy and bored of your wardrobe. Let's switch things up for...

Lots of us now have to be on camera for work, in interviews, meetings, pitches or for business. Today I was joined by media training expert Roz Morris to chat about how you can look professional and have real presence online. Roz has written a book all about this called The Visual Revolution Guidebook, packed with tips on how to look good on camera with a section all about podcasting and I get a m...

Before you even step into the shops this Spring, listen to this podcast and get some pro stylist tips. In this episode we are delving into decluttering the wardrobe and getting really clear on your personal style. It can be really overwhelming looking at all the newness in the shops at this time of year so it makes sense to step back first and reflect on what you really love to wear.  I have some...

Spring has sprung and it's time to chat fashion in the new season. I was joined today by Coral Manson from IG and TikTok accounts @stripeycoral. Coral is a fashion influencer with over £100k followers across social media. We discussed our Spring wish lists, the changes on the high street since our youth and how we shop for clothes differently today. Loads of familiar high street stores have either...

This is a reposted version of the New Season.  We're talking all things personal style today to kick off a brand new season of The Style Stories Podcast! Plus we have a BIG announcement! We are running a workshop in London on Saturday 15th March - come and join us and get clear on your style vibe (tickets and details below) Main themes of today: Stylist & Identity How we have been influenced W...

This episode is for Mums on the run, working women, people with s**t to do who want to look nice but NEED to feel comfortable too. Most of us need a pretty casual wardrobe these days and comfort is KING. No one wants to do the school run in heels but that doesn't mean we want to look scruffy and unkempt. There are really easy ways to elevate a casual wardrobe and that is the main topic of the show...

Ready for some more Christmas party outfit inspiration!? Tune in to Part 2 of my Christmas special episodes. This time I was joined by the fabulous and very Christmassy Maxine from @dressedtothemax. She had some excellent ideas for outfits this festive season. We are keeping it simple but sparkly. Ideas for the Christmas Office Party, Neighbours drinks and Christmas Day itself.  I hope you enjoy t...

Today I sat down with Keira from Scott-Samuel, a small accessories business here in the UK. We got festive and discussed our favourite party outfits, how it's great to still be casual but with a bit of sparkle, plus the hot trends of the season.  Last year we saw a lot of silver trousers around but this year there a few more trends out there. Not that you should dress 'trendy!' that's certainly no...

This episode goes deep into style confidence and finding your sense of self and style confidence.  Becoming comfortable in your own skin is a lifelong journey and it's harder for some people than others. The best thing you'll ever wear is confidence but what has that got to do with clothes? EVERYTHING. There are so many hidden emotional messages when it comes to your clothes. Are you holding back...

This episode is a shoppable podcast! I've stomped around the shops and gathered a great selection of pieces that will work for any office work wardrobe, corporate personal stylist or otherwise. Work wardrobes have changed and you now need a selection of separates to achieve that smart/casual look. Listen to my suggestions on how to get a great wardrobe then 'shop the pod' https://www.lisagillbesty...

This week I was joined by Katie Miner, a personal stylist from Colorado. We discussed how style rules can be more confusing and restrictive than actually help you. So what can you do instead? When it comes to personal style, it's far better to trust your instincts and work out your style vibe. We are bombarded with choice and it can be so overwhelming so it's no surprise that people end up only we...

This episode contains a worldwide exclusive announcement! I was delighted to chat with Abby Dufficy of @mytall40's from Instagram. At 6ft1", Abby knows a thing or two about how to dress as a taller woman. She is passionate about helping women embrace their height and dress their best when they are not always catered for on the high street. Abby is sharing an exclusive announcement that is super ex...

Workwear has moved on but has your wardrobe moved with the times? In this episode I'm sharing my top personal shopper workwear picks and importantly, the cuts that are hot for 2024 so you look 'on point' and stylish and feel confident in your work clothes.  I also delve into why this is so important. It's about investing in yourself and realising that not only are you worth investing in, but your...

September is a great time to hit reset on your style and make sure you have the right clothes in your wardrobe. Once you have clarity on the styles of clothes that make you feel like YOU everything becomes easier.  There are a few ways you can get clarity on your style and in this episode I am sharing why it's important and how to do it. I guarantee this will help you to see your style with fresh...

Get ready for Autumn with the key pieces personal stylist Lisa Gillbe recommends! It's easy to get sidetracked by all the newness in the shops this time of year. It's exciting to start planning what to wear as the seasons change and a great distraction from the darker nights and colder weather.  It's a really good idea to plan before you buy. Work out what is missing from your wardrobe so you can...

A new season is upon us and seeing as we wear cooler weather clothes most of the year round, autumn is a great time to stake stock and pay attention to what you want in your wardrobe.   It feels exciting - that 'back to school' feeling and a chance to start afresh.   I run through the top trends to look for and everything is appealing, except maybe the tinsel jumpers... pick and choose from the tr...

There's no denying we are in the influencer era. Despite the fact some people are saying it's over...! To be able to see someone who is your size and shape wearing an outfit rather than just a skinny size 8, 5ft 8" model is so much more enticing and it's a very powerful marketing tool for brands.  I was joined today by Jo, the founder of clothing company The Cotswold Shed and Rachel from @rachello...

Plus - why EVERYONE is wearing Me+Em now. Last week we got a new government and I lost count of the number of prominent women wearing this brand. They have truly cracked the style code and are thriving in a very difficult retail landscape. What is their secret?  I am breaking down the death of the tailored shift dress, how to do 'soft power dressing' at work and the reasons Me+Em is the hottest wo...