The Style Stories Podcast

Corporate Lawyer, Board Advisor, Instagram star and mum of Two Lisa Marinelli joined me on the podcast this week to discuss how you can dress fashionably at work and still be taken seriously. You do not have to dress in dull corporate clothes anymore - in fact, showing some flair and personality in the workplace helps you stand out in a competitive world. We all thrive when are more authentically...

Who said you had to conform to one style in life? Quite simply you don’t, and life can be so much more joyful for it. In this episode I am joined by style chameleon Keira O’Mara who lives this way, where every day can be different. She changes her style according to her mood that day rather than reaching for one of the same 10 outfits many of us stick to. Sounds like a fun way to live right? Keira...

Do you love the French look?   Timeless and effortless. But how do you actually achieve it?   In this episode I am joined by Founder of Aurélie, Lucy Robinson. She has created a wonderful brand with a personal touch. Lucy writes handwritten notes with every order, to make each and every purchase feel special.   Aurélie is all about creating timeless looks rather than following fast f ashion stylis...

Do you ever feel stuck in a rut with your clothes?   You don’t know what to choose, or what goes with what. You feel like it’s just all too overwhelming. Well, you’re not alone.   In this episode I am joined by the fabulous Amy Simpson and Lisa Farley, creators of NUDI SPRAY™. They share their struggles when choosing outfits to wear, either from their wardrobe or when out shopping. Something I’m s...

It's officially Summer and the Summer-specific events are kicking off with Epsom Darby this weekend and Royal Ascot just around the corner. These are events where there is a license to get really dressed up and enjoy the pomp and ceremony that surrounds these unique gatherings.  With this in mind, I invited Rachel Skinner or Rachel Skinner Milineray and also Lomax & Skinner to discuss what to...

Chatting about my favourite topic on the podcast today. How to curate a winning work wardrobe - six items I suggest to make sure you always feel great. You can also shop this episode! Sign up to my newsletter and get a shoppable board where you can view all my suggestions and shop directly - nice and easy. 💅 If you do not want to get future newsletters from me, simply unsubscribe - no hard feelin...

Should you tuck your top in or not? Where do you shop for jeans over 40? Why the fashion police need to shut up! I was joined by the vibrantly stylish Maxine Sumner woolly of @dressedtothemax - an ex-banker turned later life fashion influencer.  Maxine is so inspiring, she embraces everything about life and just has this warm, bright aura that made this chat a real joy. Not to mention she's super...

Abi Lynn @stealmystyle40 on Instagram joined me to talk about how to look put together when you need to wear casual and practical clothes. That's more or less all of us then! Your wardrobe needs to meet the demands of your life and make you feel good at the same time. Practical style doesn't need to be boring and you can still look and feel stylish when dressing casually and comfortably. Abi is a...

Today's guest on The Style Stories Podcast is the gorgeous 5ft 11" fashion influencer Olivia Laura Turner @olivialaura_ on Instagram.   It was so lovely to chat with Olivia and find out about where she shops as a tall girl plus her journey to becoming a fashion influencer.  Olivia shares her tips on how to dress (she's 5ft 11") and the shops she recommends for tall fashion. We specifically covered...

Lots of us have to get up and speak to a crowd at some point and confidence is key! This is a special episode dedicated to public speaking with grace, confidence and gravitas with a true expert, Caroline Goyder. I've known Caroline for many years now and love her compassionate, calm take on how you can own a stage. She is the queen of owning who you really are and leaning into that - not trying to...

Are you 5ft 4" or under? Then this is the episode for you! Get ready for lots of tips on where to shop and how to create great outfits when you are petite.  The truly fabulous, charismatic and gorgeous Patricia Jones joined me this week to share her tips as a 5ft 3" style influencer. I'm gushing I know, but she was such a great guest, connect with Patricia on the link below. She really knows how t...

This week Lisa was joined by podcast host, TV presenter and stylist Emma Lightbown to talk all things style. Emma mostly styles for TV and adverts and explains how the clothes the actors wear are crucial to telling the viewer who they are. This is also true in real life, what you wear tells a story about you.  If you think about TV dramas, the characters are always dressed ina way that brings thei...

It's so nice to be talking about Spring today! The new season is almost here and it's time to talk about the trends we'll be seeing in the lighter months this year.  This is my take on the trends with a few outfit ideas and tips to find your personal style thrown in. Not only that, this weeks podcast is a shoppable one! I have pulled together a board of ideas from the shops that you can view, clic...

A bit of a workwear special today - especially if you work in Corporate but these tips apply to any workplace. As I've mentioned many times on this podcast, what you wear matters. Clothes can be used as a tool for success and importantly as armour to help you look polished and professional and feel it inside.    But that's not enough by itself. Of course you need to be good at your job as well as...

This week’s episode is all about colour and the fascinating psychology behind it. Colour makes us feel things, we associate times and feelings with certain colours. Lots of people can’t bear to wear their school uniform colours and I've got a strange hatred of the colour orange.  This episode really went off on some interesting tangents! I love it when that happens, when the chat just flows and yo...

I am joined by one of my listeners this week - Zena Everett. Zena is a leadership coach, author and public speaker and she helps people to project confidently at work. My job is to help people LOOK the part at work so our skills work well in tandem. We had an interesting discussion around: - Using clothes as armour at work - How our style evolves over the years as we transition through life - Why...

Following on from the last two episodes with fellow Personal Stylist Lizzie Edwards, I am digging deeper into how to create a perfect capsule wardrobe. This is going to look different for everyone. We are all so different! One person loves wearing dresses and florals, another is a minimalist. It's all about your taste and your vibe so how does this translate into your actual wardrobe? In this epis...

This is part 2 in a mini-series I created with renowned Personal Shopper Lizzie Edwards. We have created two episodes to kick-start your style in 2024. Packed full of tips, this is going to make an instant impact on your wardrobe. Would you love to get clarity on your style? Do you only wear a small proportion of your wardrobe? Then you need to listen to this episode. We cover; outfit formulas, wh...

This week I am joined by best-selling author, style coach and personal stylist Lizzie Edwards. Lizzie is a hugely experienced fashion stylist , and is sharing her insider knowledge on what it takes to get a streamlined, stylish wardrobe. In this episode we discuss why style matters, how to get a perfectly balanced wardrobe and how you can use clothes to boost your confidence and career in 2024.🚀...

This is the one-off Christmas edition of The Style Stories Podcast!✨ A great episode to listen to while wrapping presents. 🎁 We are discussing; what to wear over Christmas, Christmas traditions & having no New Year resolutions. Also, the recent controversial article in the Daily Mail which stated you can't wear sequins over 50 because you are too old!! 🤬 I hope you enjoy this different epis...

Have you planned what you are wearing this holiday season? It's December 1st today and that means it is acceptable to wear sequins all day, every day! If you want to of course, there are plenty of people who do not and prefer a low-key more casual vibe this time of year. In this episode I have lots of ideas for festive party dressing from casual and low-key to FULL-ON 'extra' party dressing. I als...

This week I am answering more real style dilemmas from my listeners. In this episode find out the hottest trends for winter 23/24, how to wear vintage, outfit ideas and loads more! Plus I've added a bonus link this week with a few of the items I mention in the podcast. If you want outfit inspiration then click below. I've included the best from the shops plus lots of festive party looks too. ✨  ...

I'm excited to have a guest this week! I was joined by fellow personal stylist and influencer Karen Peters Amphlet to talk all things style. Karen has amazing style and is brilliant over on Instagram creating lots of daily outfit inspiration with a big dose of joyful colour. We talked about how important it is to get clear on your personal style and share tips on how you can do that. If you've los...

Loads of style and outfit tips are packed into today's episode. You ask and I answer! This podcast answers real-life relatable style issues. We all have similar worries when it comes to style and fashion so it's very likely you'll get an answer to a style dilemma of your own.  Also in this episode, outfit ideas and brands to shop. Enjoy! ✨ Follow Lisa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liseg...

This week I am answering a few more style questions sent in by my listeners. I am covering where to shop, my favourite brands, capsule wardrobe essentials and how to take an outfit from basic to stylish and elevated!  Lots of the questions I get asked are so common so it's very likely you will be feeling the same about your own wardrobe. Tune in for lightbulb moments about where to shop, outfit bu...