In today's episode, I am answering listener Alison's question, "How to navigate current trends by body type or style vibe without losing sense of self?"

00:00 - Welcome to the Style Stories Podcast and today's focus on staying fashionable with authenticity

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Today's episode is an important one! I'm covering how to find your 3 style words AND the outfit formula you need to transform how you get dressed:

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Discover how to unlock your authentic style and make wardrobe decisions with confidence. In this episode, Lisa Gilby shares practical tools like finding 3 words to describe your style (SO POWERFUL) and the 'fit, fire, flare' formula to help you dress intentionally and feel unstoppable every day.

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00:00 - Why wardrobe clarity matters and common wardrobe issues 00:28 - The focus of the episode: clarifying personal style 00:57 - The two main wardrobe problems: lack of clarity and wrong clothing mix 1:27 - How volume in wardrobe creates confusion and indecision 1:53 - The evolution of personal style through life phases 2:21 - The importance of taking time to understand your current style 2:50 - Introducing the three word method to define your style 3:19 - How to choose three adjectives that reflect how you want to feel 4:16 - The origin of the three word method and its recent popularity 4:44 - Moving beyond outdated style labels to a multilayered style identity 5:14 - Personal example: discovering vintage as a style word 6:12 - Using celebrity style descriptions to understand style adjectives 6:42 - The significance of describing how you want to feel, not just look 7:11 - Dressing for your essence versus the occasion 7:39 - Example: Audrey Hepburn's style via three adjectives 8:09 - Comparing celebrities' style descriptors to find your vibe 8:39 - Modern celebrities' style words: Kim Kardashian, Zendaya, and more 9:37 - The importance of wardrobe fit and embodying your style 10:05 - Wardrobe gaps: do you have the right clothes to reflect your three words? 11:35 - Introducing the Super Styling newsletter and workbook resource 12:29 - How finding your three words simplifies shopping and wardrobe organization 12:58 - Encouragement to update and tweak your style words over time 13:27 - Using Pinterest and community support to refine your style 14:27 - Sharing ideas for future episodes and style topics 15:22 - The three F's formula: fit, fire, flare — a practical dress framework 15:53 - Balancing practicality with emotional confidence 16:52 - The confidence element: clothes that make you feel powerful 17:50 - The flare factor: adding creative, interesting touches 18:48 - Practical examples of flare: scarves, jewelry, playful details 20:08 - How to incorporate the three F’s with specific clothing choices 21:07 - The impact of accessories like scarves and shoes to elevate outfits 22:35 - Mixing textures and silhouettes for interest 24:01 - The importance of current shapes and styles to feel modern 25:57 - Incorporating thrifted and vintage pieces for unique wardrobe additions 27:25 - The role of interesting jackets and textured fabrics 28:22 - Staying updated with silhouettes like baggy or structured styles 29:17 - Using accessories like bags and shoes to add tension and personality 30:44 - Sustainable shopping and secondhand gems for individuality 31:14 - Final encouragement to subscribe and share style ideas

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Are you looking to refine your personal style but unsure where to start? In this episode, Lisa Gillbe shares actionable strategies to understand and articulate your unique style, especially suited for summer wardrobes.

00:00 - Why questioning your wardrobe choices clarifies your personal style

Feel empowered to question, reflect, and craft a personal style that truly speaks to who you are!.

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In this episode, I’m talking about why real style starts within, not from endless outside fixes. Inspiration from Instagram, friends, celebrities, and everywhere else can be brilliant — but until you understand your own inherent personal style, it all tends to feel confusing and disconnected.

After 16 years as a personal stylist and having looked inside hundreds of wardrobes, I’ve seen the same two reasons people struggle again and again. In this episode, I break down what they are, why they keep happening, and the practical steps you need to take to start dressing with more clarity and confidence.

I’m also sharing a little update from the New Day Originals pop-up boutique in Notting Hill, where I’ll be styling the new collection tomorrow and chatting about this very topic in real life.

Why looking outward for style inspiration only gets you so far.

The difference between inspiration and true personal style.

The two main reasons people struggle with their wardrobes.

How to start uncovering your own style from the inside out.

Why your wardrobe feels easier once you know what is actually you.

New Day Originals pop-up boutique, Notting Hill.

Styling the new collection tomorrow.

Personal style clarity, wardrobe confidence, and dressing from within.

If your wardrobe feels confusing, the answer may not be to buy more, copy more, or follow more trends. The real shift happens when you stop looking for an outside fix and start getting honest about your own style identity.

Style becomes so much easier when you stop asking, “What should I wear?” and start asking, “What already feels like me?”

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In this episode of The Style Stories Podcast, I’m joined by the wonderful Lady Terese Robinson — novelist, former PR and events professional, and wife of the late, great Sir Ken Robinson, whose TED Talk Do Schools Kill Creativity? became one of the most watched of all time.

Lady T has lived a richly varied life, from the UK to Los Angeles, and her style story is every bit as interesting as her career journey. We talk about how style evolves over time, why experimentation is an important part of finding your own look, and how she always returns to her core style personality: undone, sexy, classic and chic.

We also get into one of my favourite subjects — the idea that style is ageless. We challenge the outdated, fear-based rules the media still pushes about what women “should” or “shouldn’t” wear at certain ages, and make the case for dressing in a way that feels true to you, not dictated by somebody else’s opinion.

One of the most powerful parts of style is how it makes you feel. When you wear something that feels like you, you move differently, show up differently and feel more confident. In this conversation, Lady T and I talk about how to notice what works, why it works, and how paying attention to that can help you build a wardrobe that feels more and more natural over time.

This episode is a celebration of individuality, confidence and the freedom to dress without apology.

Lady Terese Robinson joins me to talk about style, identity and confidence at any age. We discuss why experimentation matters, why style is ageless, and why the best outfits are the ones that make you feel most like yourself.

Find Lady T's books here: http://ladytherese.com/home

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Wardrobe Declutter: More Than Just Tidying—Unlock Your True Style

Decluttering your wardrobe isn't about chucking out old clothes to free up space. Done right, it's a powerful reset that reveals your personal style DNA. In this episode, I walk you through my proven Describe, Declutter, Define, Direct roadmap—leaving you with a streamlined closet and fresh insights into what you truly love wearing.

The shift to lighter days makes it the ideal time to shed winter layers and rediscover what sparks joy. You'll finish organised, inspired, and ready for warmer months—no more "I have nothing to wear" mornings.

I break down the big ones: Romantic florals, vintage revival, dramatic volume, literary chic. Which fits your vibe? Stay modern without ditching your inherent style—I'll explain why some trends earn a spot in my wardrobe and others get ignored.

Subscribe to my Substack at lisagillbe.substack.com for weekly outfit ideas, shop finds I'm loving, and our soon-to-launch subscriber chat. Ask me your style questions and connect with like-minded women.

Another value-packed episode that will get you looking at your wardrobe with fresh eyes! Hit play and transform your wardrobe today.

Get ready for one of the most thought-provoking and empowering conversations yet! In this episode, Lisa Gillbe sits down with Jacynth Bassett, founder of The Bias Cut, to unpack the real story behind ageism in fashion — and what it means for our personal style, mindset, and self-image. 

Together, they dive deep into:

How ageism subtly shapes what we wear (and why we should challenge it)

The rise of pro-age movements and the power of social media in changing the narrative

What brands are finally beginning to get right — and where they still miss the mark

How YOU can embrace style at every stage of life without apology

Lisa brings her signature wit, warmth, and expertise to this rich, eye-opening discussion that will make you rethink everything you know about “dressing your age.”

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If you love this episode, share it, subscribe, and leave a review — because conversations like these need to be heard. Style isn’t about age; it’s about attitude. 

Find 'Ageism is Never in Style' here: https://www.ageismisneverinstyle.com/

In this episode, we’re throwing out the tired, generic style advice that’s been making women feel like they’re getting it “wrong” for years. You don’t need another list of “must-haves”, body shape diagrams, or colour rules – you need to start asking one powerful question:

“Is this me?”

Not:

Does this flatter my figure?

Is this the right colour for my undertone?

Is this on trend for my age?

Those questions are rooted in shame, judgment and external rules. This conversation is about coming back to you.

Why generic style rules are failing you (and why they feel so flat and boring)

The problem with shame-based advice like “does this flatter me?”

Replacing “Is this flattering?” with “Is this me?” as your core style filter

How your current wardrobe is already full of clues about your true style

What your home, decor and environment reveal about what you’re genuinely drawn to

How your upbringing, music, culture and memories quietly shape your taste

Why we’ve never been taught to trust our instincts with style – and how to change that

A simple process to start decoding your personal style from what you already own

How to spot the pieces you actually love versus the ones you “should” wear

How to use your wardrobe, your home and even your Pinterest saves as a style mood board

How to stop feeling like you’re “failing” at style and start feeling at home in your clothes

Practical questions to ask yourself when you try something on so you know instantly if it’s you

Go to your wardrobe and pull out the 5 things you wear on repeat

Ask: What do these have in common? Shape, colour, fabric, mood?

Then walk around your home and notice the same patterns in your decor

Start building your outfits from those clues – not from someone else’s rulebook

If you’re ready to stop outsourcing your style to strangers on the internet and start trusting your own instincts, this episode is for you.

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Reframe how you think and feel about decluttering your wardrobe—with zero guilt, and a lot more you.

In this episode of The Style Stories Podcast, I’m breaking up with the outdated rule: “If you haven’t worn it in a year, get rid of it.” That tiny sentence has caused more anxiety, shame, and decision-paralysis than almost anything else in your wardrobe. Instead, I walk you through a fresh, kinder, more intelligent way to edit your clothes so your wardrobe reflects who you are now—not a past version of you.

We dive into:

Why you’re not wearing so many of the clothes you own (and it’s not because you’re lazy or bad with style)

The TWO key questions to ask yourself instead of “Have I worn this in a year?”

How to work out whether something still feels like you today

How to spot where your wardrobe is unbalanced (workwear, going-out, occasion pieces, everyday “in-between” outfits)

Why chasing a perfect 10-piece capsule can actually block your personal style

How to start listening to your gut so getting dressed feels easier, lighter, and more you

If you’re ready to stop feeling guilty every time you open your wardrobe and start making calm, confident decisions about what stays and what goes, this episode is for you.

If you want to put this into action, you can join my free decluttering challenge inside my Facebook group.

Simple daily prompts

Support and accountability

A chance to share your “keep or let go?” dilemmas

And you don’t have to do it alone.

I’ve also launched a brand-new style community on Substack (the newsletter platform) 

I'm super excited about this. This is where I can share my styling tips and recommendations from the shops but the BEST part - you can chat to me directly! Plus see what other listeners are asking/struggling with/recommending. Join here.

It’s your space to talk to me in real time, get unstuck, and feel supported as you evolve your style.

Links:

Join the free decluttering challenge (Facebook group)

Join the new style community on Substack

Hit play, then come and tell me in the group: What’s the first piece you’re finally ready to let go of—and why?

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Shownotes:

Why do we keep putting limits on something that should bring us joy? One of the questions I hear most often from my clients is, “Am I too old for this?” — and it always breaks my heart. The real question isn’t “Am I too old?” It’s “Is this me?”

In this episode, I’ll explore:

The myth of being “too old” for fashion

Why a great outfit has nothing to do with age and everything to do with self-expression

Style muses who prove timeless fashion has no expiry date

How to build a wardrobe that makes you feel like you — confident, current, and completely authentic

It’s time to forget the “shoulds,” wear what feels good, and rediscover the freedom that comes from dressing for yourself.

Subscribe to my Substack newsletter where I share more thoughts on this topic, plus outfit recommendations and style inspiration to help you feel amazing at every age.

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