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    Time To Dress Up

    This time last year, I described the fashion landscape as being a tale of two halves; on the one side we were clutching on to our loungewear, and on the other, we were yearning to get dolled up again. The festive theme was gentle. But with lockdown almost a distant memory, this festive season is all high-impact glitz and glam!

    Whilst the future isn’t necessarily bright (at least for the short-term) there’s a certain YOLO attitude in the air. And often in the face of austerity, the fashion world’s response is to bring out the showstoppers.

    Metallics, sequins, luxe fabrics and feathers are abound and maximalist this festive season, so it’s time to step out of your comfort zone and make a statement! There’s no such thing as over-dressed during the party season.

    But if all this feels too much, remember bling doesn’t necessarily equal gaudy. There’s a way to wear glitzy pieces so the look is paired back, cool and yet elevated. Claudia Winkleman’s faultless Strictly style is a case in point. Try pairing a statement, ‘blingy’ piece with something classic or low-key.

    Also worth noting is the current, liberating ‘anything goes’ approach to fashion which means that anything you purchase this season need not be put away until next year. Sequins are acceptable all-year-round; gold and silver look stunning in the summer sunshine; and frivolous details like feathers and fringing are a welcome embellishment anytime!

    My seasonal edit has you covered for the big day and all the soirées, dinners and informal gatherings in-between.

    Party Season

    Invest in sparkly dresses now to shine at parties, but wear them beyond the festive season by adding a crisp white shirt (undone) and sandals for a relaxed summery look. Or throw on an oversized blazer and pair with box-fresh pumps for an on-trend city look.

    Silver dress: Mint Velvet / Jacket: Monsoon / Skirt: Whistles / Flat shoes: Zara / Bag: Accessorize / Heels: M&S / Earrings: Kate Spade

    The Big Day

    Comfort is key on Christmas Day and velvet is the ultimate decadent, yet comfortable option. It always feels luxe and often has that all important bit of stretch!! Pair with a cosy knit to take you further into the Winter months ahead.

    Blazer: Hobbs / Trousers: Hobbs / Top: Reiss / Skirt: Hope Fashion / Pumps: M&S / Gold Sandals: New Look

    Party PJs

    Luxe PJs reigned in lockdown when many parties were hosted over Zoom, but the trend has continued and not only are they the perfect solution if you favour a pyjama day over the festive season, but they can also be dressed up for a night out too!

    Yellow PJs: Ted Baker / Black PJs: Mint Velvet / Kitten Heels: Wallis / Red Set: Sleeper via Coggles* / Slippers: Next

    Down Time

    Whether it’s a long walk with family or friends; heading out to the sales or the pub – your off-duty outfit need not be boring! Keep the fun and frivolity going…

    Jeans: New Look / Jumper dress: River Island / Boots: Never Fully Dressed / Coat: And/Or / Hat: M&S / Blouse: River Island / Trainers: New Balance

    If you’d like some tailored advice with your wardrobe, please get in contact about my Personal Styling Services. I’d love to help!

    This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and purchase an item, I will earn a very small commission.

    * use code CLAIRECF at Coggles for 20% off

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    Time To Dress Up was last modified: April 3rd, 2023 by Club Forty
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    Spring Prints

    25/03/2022

    Spring is always a bright season in terms of fashion. As in nature, we welcome the injection of fresh, vibrant colours to lift out spirits after the dark winter months. This…

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    Colour Me Happy

    31/01/2022

    Clothes are transformative and I think you know by now that I am a firm believer in dopamine dressing – the idea that wearing specific clothing and colour can lift your…

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    A Shacket Story

    09/11/2020

    I first wrote a post on Shackets back in 2017 when the word was a relative newcomer in fashion vernacular. Fast-forward 3 years and the hybrid shirt-jacket is not only part…

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    Anyone for a tea dress?

    22/02/2018

    I don’t often wear dresses. I’ve written previously about frilly, flouncy, feminine clothes not really being my thing. So I suprised myself last weekend when I swung by Primark on a…

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    The art of power dressing

    13/02/2018

    What does power dressing mean to you?  On what occasions would you feel the need to ‘power dress’ and wear a killer outfit? I ‘power dress’ when I want to feel…

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    Spots and stripes

    07/02/2018

    Both spots and stripes were a key trend last year and they are set to be even bigger for SS18. What’s for sure, the spots have got bigger and the stripes…

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    My end-of-sale picks

    03/02/2018

    You know me by now and you know therefore that I love a bargain… and I’m quite the pro at sniffing out a good deal, especially end-of-sale gems. Friends often comment…

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    White boots: love or hate them?

    25/01/2018

    I have a feeling this post will generate a divide… White boots are like marmite; you either love or hate them! For some, the connection with garish 80s outfits will be…

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    What to wear on the big day

    20/12/2017

    I don’t know about you, but my main priority on Christmas Day is being comfortable. Yes, boring I know – but so true! So despite the glitter and the sequins of…

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Lots of you have asked for clothing recommendation Lots of you have asked for clothing recommendations for New York at this time of year, so here’s a roundup of the outfits I wore - they won’t win any fashion awards ☺️ but I felt comfortable, warm and style-appropriate ✌️

1. I relied on casual layers. A chunky knit and a shearling jacket with a base layer kept me warm most days (see no.4)
2. Comfortable, walking footwear is a must. I took my comfiest trainers. These are from @wushuofficial 
3. My faux leather trousers and chunky boots also served me well. Along with this denim shacket l from @arketofficial which was great for layering.
4. This was the coldest day, and I had to borrow my son’s puffer coat 🥶 Definitely take a warm coat as the temperatures change drastically from day to day!
5. A hat was an absolute necessity, and I wish I’d taken another one as I wore this hat from @arketofficial everyday. 
6. I travelled in a cashmere jogger set from @brodiecashmereofficial . This is not the greatest picture 🙈 but I will feature more on long-haul-flight style very soon.
7. And finally, here’s what I purchased in the NY BF sales - Jeans @7forallmankind Blazers @nike NB 574 Stracked  @newbalance 🛍️ 

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AD // Look at us!!! Proper ladies of the manor in AD // Look at us!!! Proper ladies of the manor in these fabulous frocks by @raishmacouture 🤩 Which one is your favourite?

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Claire wears size 10 & Neens wears size 18 #sizebyside
Smart-casual is my favoutite way to wear sequins 🙌🤩

This is I wore on Friday night to @fash_reboot - it was so busy from start to finish & I didn’t get any pics! This event has gone from strength to strength - started several years ago by @erica_davies & @ciaraelliott - and this was the busiest yet!!! Follow @fash_reboot to be notified of the next event. It’s a mecca for preloved & vintage clothing 👚👖👗

Underwear @fantasie_lingerie *
Trousers @mintvelvet (last year)*
Shirt @elevenloves.co.uk *
Blazer @peacocks_fashion *
Trainers @nike 
Coat @trafficpeople (last year)*
Bag @scottsamuel.co.uk *
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#sequinseason #casualsequins #clairehallstyle
Lots of you have asked for clothing recommendation Lots of you have asked for clothing recommendations for New York at this time of year, so here’s a roundup of the outfits I wore - they won’t win any fashion awards ☺️ but I felt comfortable, warm and style-appropriate ✌️

1. I relied on casual layers. A chunky knit and a shearling jacket with a base layer kept me warm most days (see no.4)
2. Comfortable, walking footwear is a must. I took my comfiest trainers. These are from @wushuofficial 
3. My faux leather trousers and chunky boots also served me well. Along with this denim shacket l from @arketofficial which was great for layering.
4. This was the coldest day, and I had to borrow my son’s puffer coat 🥶 Definitely take a warm coat as the temperatures change drastically from day to day!
5. A hat was an absolute necessity, and I wish I’d taken another one as I wore this hat from @arketofficial everyday. 
6. I travelled in a cashmere jogger set from @brodiecashmereofficial . This is not the greatest picture 🙈 but I will feature more on long-haul-flight style very soon.
7. And finally, here’s what I purchased in the NY BF sales - Jeans @7forallmankind Blazers @nike NB 574 Stracked  @newbalance 🛍️ 

#clairehallstyle #newyorkstyle #newyorkinnovember
Happily in my baggy era✌️ Right now this is m Happily in my baggy era✌️

Right now this is my go-to off duty look and I know you’ll either love or hate it 😜 

Knit @cosstores 
Jeans @freepeopleeu *
Trainers @wushuofficial *
Cape @hopefashionuk (no longer available)

#offdutystyle #myoffdutylook #casualstyles #barreljeans #clairehallstyle #over40style #over50style #midlifestyle #realwomenstyle
2023 was a year of milestone birthdays for the Hal 2023 was a year of milestone birthdays for the Halls - so we went to New York to celebrate 50th, 18th & 16th birthdays 🤩🎉🍎

New York was everthing I imagined it to be!
We did all the obvious sights, but I’d like to go back to spend more time in the neighbourhoods…

Happy to answer any of your travel questions in the comments below!

#familytravels #hallsonholiday #novemberinnewyork #teentravels
This audio👌💯 What we choose to wear each da This audio👌💯

What we choose to wear each day carries so much more significance than many give it credit for…

Choose wisely 😉
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AD / Now is the time to invest in the best LED Mas AD / Now is the time to invest in the best LED Mask on the market - proven to be 31% more powerful than other LED masks 👊🤩

If you have followed me for a while, you’ll know that my beauty routine has incorporated the @currentbody LED Mask for over a year now. I honestly credit this mask as one of the key reasons that my skin now looks and feels better than ever before. I use the mask mask 3-4 times a week for 10 minutes before I go to sleep. 

Improvements I have noticed are:
✔️ reduced pore size
✔️ less redness
✔️ generally improved skin texture
✔️ much fewer break outs

My code will give you 20% off: CLUBFORTY

#currentbody #ledfacemask #matureskin #matureskincare
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Yes, the shops are filled with shiny new sequin outfits… but what have you got in your warbdrobe from last year or the year before?

As much as my job is to show you what’s currently in stores, I’m also a huge advocat of restyling what you already own… 

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How do you feel when someone says ‘you look great’ with reference to your age? Would you rather they said ‘ You Look Great’ period? 

This is the new age debate that @lorealparis have put at the forefront of their Age Perfect campaign. 

It’s so exciting and about time that brands are challenging stereotypes and celebrating age. And I’m so proud to be a part of this revolution 🙌🤩

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