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Fashion across the ages

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It’s all about fashion on the show this week, as the Girls Around Town welcome John Knight back to the studio…

The proprietor of Vintage2Versace, John is the undisputed font of all knowledge when it comes to the history of fashion.

He regularly shares his expertise in his History of Fashion Roadshow, an informative and entertaining 45-minute talk which proves hugely popular with women’s groups in Newark and beyond.

The talks are illustrated by models wearing authentic outfits ranging from Victorian times to the present day. Unfortunately not an option for a radio show, of course, but John will be passing on some of the highlights of his specialist subject when he chats to June and Tina on Sunday morning.

Tune in or listen online between 10am and 12 noon – and if what you hear whets your appetite for more, there’ll be news of the next roadshow too.

On Thursday 26 May, the meeting of the Newark Castle Group of WIs will feature John’s talk and catwalk show of vintage fashion. Starting at 7pm at the Salvation Army Centre, Mead Way, Balderton NG24 3GA, the meeting’s open to non-members and tickets are £4 each, including refreshments.

Book yours by calling 01636 679528 or email dorewoodwi@icloud.com and then just pay on the door – chances are you’ll spot one or more of the Girls Around Town in the audience too!

What’s your clothing personality?

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If you were listening to the show last Sunday, you’ll have heard Tina and Sue having all kinds of fun talking to Lisa Newport about finding your personal style.

Whenever she starts working with a new client, one of the first things Lisa does is get her to take a Clothing Personality Quiz, which helps to identify the client’s dominant style. Is it classic or creative, romantic or dramatic, natural or fashionista?

The quiz is usually only available to Lisa’s customers but guess what? She’s kindly agreed to share it with the Girls Around Town, which means they can share it with you!

So here it is – just follow this link and give it a go – you may be surprised by what you learn.

And if you’re inspired to take it further,  why not check out Lisa’s website for details of her self-image workshops, one-to-one consultations and online programmes? Just head over to My Ruby Slippers to find out more…

Finding your super savvy style

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Do you feel too old to follow fashion but still want to be on trend? Worry about looking like mutton dressed as lamb – or your mother?

You can describe the kind of clothes you like best but, all too often, when you decide to try something a little bit different, it just ends up unworn at the back of the wardrobe.

Or you’ve put it on once for a night out and somehow it didn’t feel quite right…

Sounds familiar? Well, according to this week’s guest, Lisa Newport of My Ruby Slippers, here’s why: it’s usually because you’ve veered away from your natural clothing personality, creating disharmony in your overall look.

Clothing is a form of self expression – Marc Jacobs

It’s all about figuring out which colours suit you and which key clothing styles work for your body shape, identifying your clothing tastes and then throwing lifestyle and personality into the mix. She even has a quiz for clients, using a series of multiple choice questions to establish which one of the six clothing personality styles is the best fit…

Join the Girls Around Town on Sunday and you’ll learn how Lisa helps clients to define and understand their clothing personality,  avoid ‘wardrobe wobbles’ and develop their own style and image.

Tune in or listen online between 10am and 12 noon to pick up some pointers on how you can discover your own super savvy style and find your fabulous!