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STYLE: HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT GLASSES FOR YOU

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Glasses are bang on trend right now. I know some people who wear glasses with plain lenses just to accessorise their overall look. but for some people it is a more permanent part of the way they look so it is essential that you select the right ones for you to maintain your super stylish (if you have been following this blog !) look. so whether it is reading glasses, driving glasses, all day glasses or sunglasses here is a style guide.

Glasses should not only complement your face but also your lifestyle and wardrobe. Think of them like jewellery they can add to or ruin an overall look. Either way they make a statement…..about you. Beware of overly fashionable styles as they will date quickly.

FRAME COLOUR

With metal frames if you have a cool colouring you will suit silver and a warmer tone will suit gold frames. If you are unsure hold a piece of gold or silver jewellery close to the face one will light up your complexion. If your preference is a coloured frame, then warmer skin tones will suit tan or tortoiseshell frames. Cooler tones will suit grey or cool blue. Only those with strong colouring and defined brows should consider black frames. If you have dyed hair consider its natural colour golden tones will suit warmer colours and ash tones or silver/grey will suit cooler colours.

SHAPE

Firstly let us consider your face shape. The shape of your glasses should balance your face shape. If you have a long face a wider style will look better. But a diamond shape face where the widest point is your cheekbones a narrower style will under emphasize the area. If you want to enhance your cheekbones for example on an oval face then choose a larger frame and maybe some detailed arms. Oval faces are lucky as most shapes suit their faces it is more about scale. A square face shape with wide cheekbones AND wide jawline than circular/aviator frames are good for softening defined lines and can look super stylish on this face shape.Avoid detail on the arms. On the other hand round faces should steer away from round glasses . Squared, angular or aviator are a much better choice and add definition and go larger.

Also especially for men body shape should be considered both in size and shape. Consider height, weight and bone structure. The size of the glasses you choose small, medium or large should correspond. Also determine if you are predominately straight or curved. A good gauge is to study the shoulders , ‘coat hanger’ shoulders (right angles) would demonstrate an angular body and softer line shoulders would be curved. So more sharper angular styles will suit you if you are an angular type. Whereas if you are trying to correct a very round face and your body is also curved ensure the angles on the glasses are soft angular edges.

STYLE

Finally the glasses have to suit your personality and personal style. if you have a dramatic personality and wear clothing that is equally dramatic then your glasses will fit in with that style. Whilst more natural types your glasses will be low key,not too dressy or formal. Classic dressers should choose neat glasses neither too big or too small that blend easily with your outfits. Remebr choose glasses that complement you and your wardrobe.

EYE MAKE UP

A quick word on make up. If you are shortsighted the lens will magnify eyes and show up clumpy mascara and poorly applied eyeshadow. So keep eyeshadow neutral and comb through lashes after applying mascara. Long sighted lenses makes eyes look smaller. So lighten eyeshadow a shade or two and clearly define in the crease to make eyes pop, curl lashes and apply lashing of mascara. For all don’t forget to clearly define eyebrows and ensure neatly plucked/trimmed as glasses bring focus to the area.

So there you have it a guide for you to take to the opticians next time you attend your eye test. You know yourself better than a sales assistant who are rarely trained in matters of style. For more tips view my video below from style channel youtube.com/c/stylelist

Watch This To Help You See It All More Clearly !

JOJOS STYLELIST TIP : TAKE A CLOSE UP PHOTOGRAPH OF YOUR FACE AND A FULL LENGTH OF YOUR BODY. NOW DRAW GLASSES ONTO YOUR FACE EVEN IF THEY LOOK GOOD ON YOUR FACE CHECK IT ON THE FULL LENGTH ONE OF YOUR BODY.

Mwah Mwah xxxxxxxx

JOJO XX

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STYLE : THE GENTLEMANS GUIDE TO WEARING SHORTS

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Many of you have requested some style articles for men. Many of my clients are men so let’s start with shorts. One of the most difficult things to get right……. men in shorts. Indeed Tom Ford himself said”shorts should only be worn on the tennis court or on the beach” BUT that was in 2011 and today they are at the forefront of mens fashion. Many men carry off the ‘shorts style’ with great aplomb but there are still many disasters out there in the city sidewalks. So lets keep it hot in the city !!

So lets take a closer look how and when we should wear these bad boys……

OCCASION

Firstly let us consider where we are going to wear them, yes Mr Ford we are kind of listening. Of course shorts are acceptable in a sports environment and on the beach (the current trend is shorter the better) but we are talking about updating your everyday wardrobe. In a formal office situation then shorts are still unacceptable. Also not good at an evening event. Unless of course you are Pharell Williams. But during the day , for days out, at lunch, at the pub, shopping meeting your blood brothers all good. so to sum uo when temperature, environment and location call for it.

CUT

The trend is for tailored slim shorts that follow the line of the leg and are flat fronted.. But you have to take into consideration your body type. If you are a muscular mesomorph than obviously you don’t want it too tight around bulky thighs so you may want a little bit more room here. Also endomorphs with a more rounded tummy may opt for a single or double pleated front to flatter the area. No baggy/excess fabric and no cargo pockets they will add bulk—– this applies to every body shape when it comes to shorts. Just not a good look. So try to stay with a tailored straight short .

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SHOP THE SHORTS

LENGTH

The length should fall 1 or 2 inches above the knee. If you have skinny legs a turn up can add a bit of bulk . Men under 25 can wear the fashionable trend for even shorter shorts. But mature adult males please stick to the just above the knee rule !

COLOUR

Stick to the muted/classic colours. The same colouring rules applies to men as well as women (please see my earlier blog on assessing your colour season).So tan/cream for Autumns/Spring, Navy for winters/Summers and even pastels can look great on Summers. But stick to one basic anchor colour. Save the florals and bright prints for the beach. Checks and stripes can look good on dramatic personality types but can be trickier to match so unless you are shopping with your stylist lets keep it foolproof. Solid colours are traditional and therefore more stylish.

SHOP THE LOOK PASTELS

MATERIALS

Keep it breathable in cotton or linen……natural fabrics. Linen has a tendency to crease and normally I hate that crumpled look but it works in a short.

WHAT TO WEAR IT WITH

No baggy t shirts try to keep the top as neat as slim as the bottoms. Polo shirts are a good look if you are going somewhere more casual. The best look is a fitted button through shirt with a collar. if long sleeved roll the sleeves up or a fitted short sleeve can look good too. The big question to tuck or to untuck ? Keep it untucked. . But bear in mind your height if you are taller you will want a longer fitting shirt and certainly if you are short ensure your shirt length is shorter in the body.

SHOP THE LOOK POLO SHIRTS
SHOP THE LOOK SHIRTS

FOOTWEAR

NO SOCKS. Loafers or deck shoes worn with invisible/ballet socks so your feet do not sweat and smell. Save the flip flops and sliders for the beach and NO sandals whatever age you are. Yes I am talking to you !!!

SHOP THE LOOK FOOTWEAR FOR SHORTS

So there you have it the foolproof guide to keeping the men stylish in shorts so you can dare to bare without putting a step wrong.

JOJOS STYLELIST TIP:AS WITH ALL THINGS STYLE YOU HAVE TO HAVE A FULL TRYING ON SESSION IN FRONT OF A FULL LENGTH MIRROR . IF YOU ARE A GUY READING THIS I HOPE YOU FOUND THIS USEFUL. IF YOU ARE A GIRL THEN ITS OVER TO YOU TO ENSURE THE MEN IN YOUR LIFE GET IT RIGHT !!! GOOD LUCK GIRLS.

MWAH MWAH

JOJO XXXXXX

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STYLE : WHICH ONE ARE YOU ? STRAIGHT/ANGULAR OR CURVED ?

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All female and male bodies have either a natural curve or a straighter more angular shape. Choosing clothing that flatters your natural shape is paramount to looking more stylish and pulled together. Your friends wont realise what it is but you will definitely be dressing to reflect that you know your body and can reflect it in the best possible way.

So how do you know whether you are straight/angular or curved ?

For some people it is very obvious but for others, less so.

Is your face heart shaped ?
  • Face- squarer and chiselled or more rounder and softer.
  • Shoulders- angular shoulder line or more rounded
  • waist – straight or defined
  • Thighs – turn sideways are they straight or do they have a curved front
  • Cuticles are generally a good indication . Straight or curved ?

So now you have established if your lines are curved or straight what does this mean in terms of clothing.

NECKLINES

STRAIGHT TYPES

Suit square neck lines, sharp pointed V necks , slash necks, sharp angular shirt collars

CURVED TYPES

Curved necklines, softer v necks, cowl necks, peter pan or softer collars on shirts.

JACKETS

STRAIGHT TYPES

Straighter seams, sharper cut jackets, military style jackets, single breasted. Lapels with sharp lines or no lapels with a sharp V. Wing collars.

CURVED TYPES

Softer seams, gathered shoulders, curved hemlines. Softer lapels or rounded at neck/chest.

SHOES

STRAIGHTER TYPES

Pointed toes or square toes. Square heels or angular heels.

CURVED TYPES

Rounded toes or soft pointed. Rounded heels or wedges.

Different designers or shops either cut for angular or straight shapes. here is a guide to some.

CURVED – Massimo Dutti, Gant, Hobbs, Phase Eight, Ralph Lauren, Coast, versace. M & S Per Una

STRAIGHT – Jigsaw, M & S Limited, Sandro, Burberry, Prada, Victoria Beckham.

Being curved or straight is just one of the many scientific pointers used to establish your own polished personal style there are 8 in total. So we have written about the importance of colour so this is number two on your list in the journey of style. If you want to have a preview of the ALL the style lessons in advance then tune into my style channel on youtube/c/stylelist or press the button on this page for a direct link. But here is a short video recap to help you decide straight …….or curved ?

JOJOS STYLELIST TIP: IF YOU FEEL YOU CANT DECIPHER WHETHER YOU ARE AN ANGULAR OR CURVED BODY THEN ENGAGE THE HELP OF A STYLIST. IT REALLY DOES MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO YOUR OVERALL LOOK BEING POLISHED.

JOJO . XXXXXX

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BEAUTY: DO CELLULITE CREAMS WORK ?

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This is the shortest post ever…….. NO !

Let me expand

I have never believed that rubbing chemically laden product into toxic cells really worked. More toxins on toxins ? If anything, can further compound the issue and force the cells to have to work harder to expunge more chemical waste.

I am very careful about using chemical products on my body where I rarely see the benefits. I can recommend daily body brushing before your shower to boost the circulation and cold water on the area for the same reason. Any benefit from applying product is normally from the consistent massage but instead of splurging on expensive product selling you hopes and dreams the same benefit can be gained from organic ,virgin cold pressed sesame or coconut oil.

One of my rituals each morning is to massage organic sesame oil into my body paying particular attention to thighs, elbows and knees.Really squeezing the toxins out you can actually hear any fluid in the cells popping. On hair washing days I also massage into my hair. Leaving it to sink in as I do my morning meditation and gratitude prayer. After rinsing in the shower you are left with silky glowing skin . Not only does this aid smooth skin but also it is a beautiful ritual to thank your body for all it does for you. It is very easy to do for yourself. Although I use organic coconut oil for everything ( even cleaning my house!!) I prefer to use the sesame oil so I don’t smell like a coconut all day. Both are far cheaper than the chemically laden expensive cellulite creams that really don’t work and can actually exacerbate the condition. The power is in circulation and massage.

I am in my fifties and I really don’t have a problem with cellulite (although we all have a bit) after following this regular regime combined with daily yoga……oh and of course a good diet and cutting down on processed food. Back to those chemicals again that don’t belong in the body !

So Ladies I hope this helps build your army in the battle against cellulite.

Jojo xx

50+ Thighs !
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STYLE:HOW TO LOOK 10 YEARS YOUNGER WITH THE RIGHT COLOUR PALETTE

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Swatches Grouped into Seasons

As an experienced scientific stylist I look at 8 defining areas of style.

  • Colour
  • clothing personality
  • straight/curved lines
  • tone
  • scale
  • texture,print,colour
  • figure type
  • wardrobe

Now, I don’t want to tell you which colours to wear or drag you kicking and screaming away from black, our security colour. But choosing the right colour for your complexion, hair and eye colour can instantly make you pop. It will be flattering, you will glow and I promise you can take years off your age. So Colour comes first for any client that engages my service. I have challenged this myself by wearing black with friends who will tell me I look tired but when I change to a brown top (i’m an Autumn) ON THE SAME DAY with no freshening up of make up I get so many more compliments.

The best way of ascertaining your colour palette is to visit a fully trained stylist. But if you cannot afford to do this I will take you through some general rules for you to work out your own colour. Many women instinctively are drawn to their correct colour but MANY are not.

Colour becomes more important as you get older but your colour NEVER changes throughout your lifetime even if you dye your hair, get a tan etc.

LETS GET STARTED……………….

ARE YOU COOL OR WARM ?

I use a gold or silver swatch one will make your skin pop the other will make it disappear/dull if you own gold or silver clothing this could work .

  • Pink and rosy skin (cool)
  • Sallow and yellowish (warm)
  • Gold/silver jewellery one will ‘liven’ your complexion more.
  • Tans easily- warm
  • Veins in your wrist blue (cool) green(warm)
Gold and Silver Swatches

COOL TYPES

WINTER – Usually dark hair and eyes in contrast with skin. Dark hair on arms normally good indicator of a winter. Look fab in deep rich colours with a cool blue tone such as fuchsia pink, burgundy navy and the only people that look fantastic in black. BASE WARDROBE COLOUR – BLACK WINTER CELEBRITY – OPRAH WINFREY JEWELLERY – SILVER

Winter Colour Palette

SUMMER – Light hair and eyes. Really suit grey hair. Suit pale dusky colours and pastels such as dusty pinks, powder blue, pale yellow. BASE WARDROBE COLOUR – WHITE SUMMER CELEBRITY – GWYNETH PALTROW JEWELLERY – SILVER

Summer Colour Palette

WARM TONES

SPRING – Hair auburn,golden blonde, freckles but light eyes. Soft rich warm colours coral,copper , bright greens and turquoise. BASE WARDROBE – IVORY,CREAM,BEIGE SPRING CELEBRITY – CHARLOTTE CHURCH, BRAD PITT JEWELLERY – GOLD

Spring Colour Palette

AUTUMN – Hair red, rich deep auburn but dark eyes. Suit earth toned, forest and spicy colours such as olive green,chocolate brown,camel,spicy orange. BASE WARDROBE – DEEP BROWN,CAMEL AUTUMN CELEBRITY – CHERYL COLE, SARAH FERGUSON, PRINCE HARRY JEWELLERY – GOLD

Autumn Colour Palette

Okay Style Bunnies colour applies equally to men and women. also applies to cosmetics, but thats a whole new lesson. This is just a beginners category so you can use colour to your benefit. The spectrum can be further divided into muted, deep , clear and light but lets not over complicate . If you would prefer to see a video on the importance of colour – click on the youtube link below.

JOJO STYLE LIST TIP : GET YOUR COLOURS DONE PROFESSIONALLY YOU WILL RECEIVE A COLOUR WALLET TO TAKE SHOPPING IN ORDER TO HELP YOU CHOOSE CLOTHING IN THE RIGHT PALETTE. ALL COLOURS IN YOUR WARDROBE WILL CO-ORDINATE FOR A LIFETIME

Jojo xxxxxxx

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STYLE: LUXE LOUNGEWEAR EDIT

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The current situation is forcing all of us to do a lot more”lounging’ than usual and this will continue fore the foreseeable future. It is vitally important to still feel good about ourselves and maintain a sense of style. We are all still in the early stages of lockdown so try to keep a routine going and enjoy a little bit of pampering. If you have a friend or family member who are unwell at the moment add some extra comfort to their life.

So whether you are chilling out, working out or just opting out here are some style picks to inspire you !

CHILLING OUT

For those Netflix/movie moments or lounging and snuggling kind of days. Pull these on for some ultimate comfort.

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IN THE CLOSET

WORKING OUT

With most gyms now offering virtual classes and training many of us will find our fitness routines have minimal interruption. In fact many of you have discovered these classes and enrolled as first timers. I am particularly excited that my favourite mind gym (THE DEN MEDITATION CENTRE) in LA now allows me to workout in LA whilst in London !!!

So now maybe is the time to invest and freshen up your workout gear to inspire you in your fitness goals. This active wear looks good enough to wear all day and look stylish.

IN THE CLOSET

OPTING OUT

Okay girls I am definately not going to judge if you prefer to saty luxuriating in bed all day or not get dressed at all. But lets at least glam up your look so you do it in style !!

IN THE CLOSET

JOJOS STYLELIST TIP : LOOKING GOOD AND FEELING GOOD HAS BEEN PROVEN TO HAVE A POSITIVE EFFECT ON MENTAL HEALTH. STAY STRONG, THIS TOO SHALL PASS AND WE WILL EMERGE MORE APPRECIATIVE THAN EVER XX

MWAH MWAH XXX

JOJO xxxxx

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STYLE: BLUE STORY

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Blue rarely seems to have a “now” time in the fashion calendar, but brace yourself girls as it has finally arrived. All different shades of blue are surfacing in the S/S 2020 collections .

How To Have Your Blue Moment

It is important to choose the right blue for your skin tone. If you need any help with this refer to my earlier tutorial on establishing the right colour palette for your skin tone. This is especially important to look healthier younger and fresher while putting together a more stylish overall look thats right for you.

A quick guideline is for cool toned skin choose Navy if you are on the Summer/Winter spectrum. Summers also look really special in baby blue.

While warmer skin tones (Spring/Autumn spectrum) suit Petrol coloured blues, more muted blues. Springs look fantastic in bright turquoise.

So choose your blues wisely.

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STYLE: SUMMER SOCIAL CALENDAR 2020

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There has probably not been a time when you have felt less social but we can dream so lets be positive about winning the war on coronavirus.

The most stylish events of the Summer brought to you well in advance . so book your tickets, style your outfits and get ready to rub shoulders with the beautiful people. Time to test out your new style power. and yes, I do them all !! Assuming the coronavirus has not taken the Country hostage by then, the important thing is to stay safe. Many of these events maybe subject to cancellation it is difficult to predict. I am sure tickets are available at short notice depending at what stage the virus is at. but there is always next year! The Social Season never changes too much.

MAY

CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW 19-23 MAY

CARTIER QUEENS CUP 19 MAY-14 JUNE

GLYNDEBOURNE 21 MAY-30 AUGUST

JUNE

INVESTEC DERBY FESTIVAL 5TH-6TH JUNE

CHESTERTONS POLO IN THE PARK 5TH-7TH JUNE

ROYAL ASCOT 16TH-20TH JUNE

BOODLES TENNIS TOURNAMENT 23RD-27TH JUNE

SERPENTINE SUMMER PARTY 23RD JUNE

WIMBLEDON 29TH JUNE-12TH JULY

V & A SUMMER PARTY TBA

JULY

HENLEY ROYAL REGATTA 1ST-5TH JULY

QATAR GOODWOOD FESTIVAL 28TH JULY-1ST AUGUST

AUGUST

COWES WEEK 8TH-16TH AUGUST

So have some fun this Summer and if not this one then maybe the next !

JOJOS STYLIST TIP : In the coming weeks we will look at the right outfits for the right occasion as it is quite a minefield. Many people come to the polo dressed for a day at the races but it is quite a different dress code. so stylistas we will guide you through season dressing.

MWAH MWAH XXXXXXX

JOJO XXX

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THE STYLE LIST – JANUARY

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Whats hot this January. Places, People and all things stylish that inspired me this January. Did you make it onto the list ?

MOST STYLISH RESTAURANT

INTERNATIONAL

ZUMA DUBAI

NOW THIS WILL COME AS NO SURPRISE TO MY REGULAR FOLLOWERS AS THIS IS MY FAVOURITE RESTAURANT BRAND. I HAVE VISITED ZUMA ACROSS THE WORLD BUT IT WAS MY FIRST VISIT TO THIS PARTICULAR ZUMA IN THE FINANCIAL DISTRICT. IT DID NOT DISAPPOINT. THE SURROUNDINGS ARE UTOPIAN WITH THE PRISTINE TALL SKY SCRAPERS AS WAS THE RESTAURANT DESIGN. SUPREMELY STYLISH AND CUISINE CONTINUES TO IMPRESS WITH ITS CONSISTENT PERFECTION. GREAT VIBE AND DEFINITELY ON THE STYLE LIST.

DUBAI SKYLINE
THE BAR IN ZUMA DUBAI

UK

HANS BAR AND GRILL

THIS FABULOUS RESTAURANT IN PAVILION RD CHELSEA CONTINUES TO IMPRESS. IT IS EFORTLESSLY COOL AND THE FOOD IS OUTSTANDING. WITH THE 2018 MASTERCHEF (THE PROFESSIONALS) FINALIST LUKE PHILLIPS AT THE HELM EVEN THE SIMPLEST BEETROOT AND GOATS CHEESE SALAD IS TRANSFORMED INTO A CULINARY DELIGHT. THE BEST (PRE CHRISTMAS) CHRISTMAS LUNCH I HAD….HANDS DOWN. I HAVE KEPT COMING BACK. SO CONSISTENTLY BRILLIANT I KEEP RETURNING. IM SCARED TO TELL YOU ABOUT IT IN CASE I CAN NO LONGER GET A TABLE !

THE OUTSTANDING HANS BAR AND GRILL

MOST STYLISH BAR

BAR 101 DUBAI

WELL AS YOU PROBABLY GATHERED BY NOW I HAVE JUST RETURNED FROM DUBAI. THIS BAR HAS BEEN IN MY TOP 5 BARS FOR THE LAST 10 YEARS AND I WAS SO RELIEVED TO DISCOVER THAT NOTHING HAS CHANGED. SAME STAFF, SAME DECOR, SAME FOOD AND SAME AMBIANCE. SOME THINGS ARE SIMPLY TOO GOOD TO CHANGE ! THIS BAR SITS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE OCEAN TO BE REACHED BY SPEEDBOAT OR A LONG BOARDWALK FROM THE ONE & ONLY HOTEL ON THE PALM. CHILLED AND SOPHISTICATED WITH LIVE MUSIC ON THE DECK FROM 4PM. OH AND GREAT FOR LUNCH THE CLAM RISOTTO WAS HEAVENLY AND ‘THE BODYGUARD’ HAD THE SCALLOPS AND BLACK COD….EQUALLY GOOD (HE LET ME SHARE )

MOST STYLISH BEAUTY PRODUCT

SPIRAL HAIR REMOVER

A FRIEND GIFTED ME THIS LAST WEEK (PERHAPS A HEAVY HINT MMMMMM…) BUT NONETHELESS I AM DEEPLY GRATEFUL ONE OF THE BEST FACIAL HAIR REMOVAL PRODUCTS ON THE MARKET.

IF LIKE ME YOU HAD NOT HEARD OF THIS BEFORE GO GRAB YOURSELF ONE. SIMPLE, EFFECTIVE, EASY TO USE AND VERY CHEAP. PRIMARY STOCK THEM FOR £1.99 BUT SUDDENLY THEY ARE EVERYWHERE.

Primark £1.99


MOST STYLISH FASHION

I FOUND IT HARD TO SELECT A DECENT DRESS FROM THE GOLDEN GLOBES THIS MONTH. THE WORST SELECTION OF DRESSES IN LIVING MEMORY. BUT THANKFULLY MY FAITH WAS RESTORED AT A BRITISH AWARDS CEREMONY ‘THE NATIONAL TELEVISION AWARDS’ THIS WEEK WITH THE ARRIVAL OF LOVE ISLAND STAR MAURA HIGGINS ON THE RED CARPET . THE DRESS BY FIJOLLA NILA WAS TO DIE FOR AND SHE EXECUTED THE LOOK PERFECTLY. MAURA YOU CERTAINLY SHOWED ALL THOSE A LIST CELEBRITIES HOW TO PULL A RED CARPET LOOK OUT OF THE BAG. SIMPLY STUNNING. LOVED IT.

MAURA HIGGINS WEAR FIJOLLA NILA



MOST STYLISH PERSON

WELL I HAVE TO GIVE THIS TO MR COOL HIMSELF THE SINGER GREGORY PORTER. HE HAS ALWAYS BEEN ON THE STYLE LIST FOR HIS SOULFUL CLEAN SINGING VOICE AND ESTABLISHING HIS OWN INDIVIDUAL STYLE. BUT I CHOSE HIM FOR JANUARYS STYLE LIST AFTER HEARING HIS BEAUTIFUL LATEST SINGLE RELEASE….REVIVAL. IT BLEW ME AWAY. A SMOOTH BACKDROP TO ANY COCKTAIL PARTY AND A GREAT MESSAGE TO UPLIFT YOU AND GIVE YOU STRENGTH ON A BAD DAY. IN FACT YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO IT AT LEAST ONCE A DAY. STYLISH MUSIC SUPPLIED BY A STYLISH SINGER.

GO GREGORY !

WELL GUYS THERE YOU HAVE IT ! JANUARYS STYLE LIST. LET ME KNOW IF YOU HAVE ANY UBER STYLISH SUGGESTIONS/PEOPLE/PRODUCTS I CAN TRY FOR FEBRUARYS STYLE LIST ??

JOJOS STYLELIST TIP : REMEMBER STYLE IS EASY ON THE EYE AND MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD. ALL THE ABOVE HAVE BEEN TRIED AND TESTED AND ALL PAST THE STYLE TEST.

MWAH MWAH

JOJO XXXXX

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THE HAPPY PLACE FESTIVAL

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Well guys Festival season is well and truly upon us. So I found a festival that would suit our age group. None of that pitching tents, washing (and other things ) in a bucket, copious amounts of alcohol and smoking various substances. No this was the festival of choice for me. No alcohol whatsoever replaced with a green juice bar and CBD oil replacing the cannabis. No loud music just gentle gongs and chi bowls. Dancing replaced by yoga and vegan food replaced greasy burgers. Surely this is Jojos truly happy place ???

This seed of an idea was a brilliant one….on paper but it needs to germinate and blossom. We went for the birth of this festival on Saturday 3rd August 2019. Fearne Cottons baby. But as long as she learns from her mistakes and listens to the punters she is trying to make happy then this has real potential. But yesterday it became my “Unhappy Place”.

The day started well a big Rylan Clark Neal fan I managed to secure a front row seat to await his interview with the stunning Amanda Byram. It was preceded by a lovely lady Bryony Gordon of whom I was unaware for a short interview. Engaging,witty and yes happy. Now an avid fan. Rylan as ever did not disappoint in fact was such a brilliant interview with Amanda I even bought the book ! I met Rylan a little later for a chat and he was as charming and real as I hoped……and happy. Unlike a very grumpy Russell Brand who we encountered a little later we did remind him he was supposed to be in his” happy place” but I think we only compounded his already bad mood.

Fearne’s tagline read “a place to enjoy that makes us happy” well if you enjoy queuing 2 hours for food or drink than this IS your place. There were only 3 small vegan trucks with a couple of servers in each and ONE yes ONE green juice bar with a queue stretching as far as the third eye could see !! o Fearne, you surely knew the numbers that had bought tickets ? The Vans eventually ran out of food at 3.30pm to the dismay of the people that had queued the full 2 hours ! Well if you know me I do NOT queue so we had to leave the ground early get in the car in search of food in nearby Richmond. Cotton you stitched us up on this one !!!!

Unbelievable Food Queues

Please be aware if you are booking to go to any of these Happy Place Festivals as there are more throughout September the ticket does not cover ANY of the classes on the schedule. When I booked my ticket there was NOTHING to say that all the classes were not included and the page did not redirect me to any further booking options. So I like many others on the day could not attend the classes. In fact I printed off the schedule for the classes of the SEE website and it still did not make that clear. So you really have to search many were left disappointed on the day as the classes were extremely limited. I just checked the website and it still does not make this clear.

We did meet the fabulous…….and happy Interiors Expert Sophie Robinson who was happy us and others to sit on the outskirts. A great workshop “Making Your Place A Happy Home” as Sophie was the most amazing person we met on the day would like to see her play a larger role, as she fitted the mantra for the Festival.

As a professional Sound Therapist I was eager to attend the Sound Healing session which I managed to squeeze into which was supremely relaxing after the stressful day. Although was punctuated by the loudness of an energetic voice of an American instructor at a mat class next door and Russell Brand attention seeking at a stage nearby. The Meditation and Mindfulness Tepee one would presume should be in a quiet location ? As you can see my Happy Place Sound Meditation has been going on for many years.

Many Happy Years

On a final note all the speakers were there to sell their books on site. Fearne Cottons were piled high. So after every talk the ‘celebrities’ would spend longer than the interview flogging their wares. In a Festival which is about ‘giving back’ ‘helping others’ ‘nourishing our souls’ ‘making YOU happy’ it was is sad that really once again it all boils down to commercial propaganda. It would have been lovely for someone to come along and devote their time in the true spirit of the festival. Then inform us they have nothing to sell!! How refreshing ! I really wanted this Festival to create a different message. Not a Festival to create “a Happy Place” for Fearne and her friends.

Focus

Great idea and I loved the Garden Fete feel of the Festival as more people attend I hope they don’t lose this but it felt like some of the organisation was done by someone who had only organised a garden fete before !

To end my review this was not “my Happy Place” and having bumped into Fearne during the course of the day it was clearly not hers either. But life is a learning curve and will try again next year. Scroll down to see some of my purchases from the day.

JOJOS STYLE LIST TIP

Save it for next year. It did not quite make the STYLE LIST this time around.

Jojo xxxx

My Festival Purchases

A glass water bottle with a glass chamber for a crystal elixir combination for mind, body and soul. I chose moss agate. Pure crystals.co.uk £30

CBD oil that actually tastes pleasant good for anxiety and joints. The most effective THC free formula available. For more information georgeandmae.com

Of course The Life Of Rylan (signed !!) and what a life. Paperback £6.99 available at all good bookstores and some suspect ones too !

Much love , signing off