The Style Stories Podcast

Lisa Gillbe introduces a personal styling framework for rebuilding a wardrobe that feels exciting, not stressful. Drawing on 16 years as a London stylist, she explains why so many wardrobes end up full of “just in case” pieces and how to reconnect with what actually makes getting dressed feel good. In this solo episode, Lisa focuses on one central idea: your clothes should create that small spark of recognition and confidence when you look in the mirror. The episode is about tuning out wardrobe noise and finding a clearer, more joyful way to dress.

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00:00 - Lisa Gillbe introduces The Style Stories and her styling background

Outfits are a recipe - it's all about balance. In today's episode, we unpick the most important things to think about when it comes to building a great wardrobe. Forget all the dated style advice, add a bit of science and feeling to how you approach your style and everything will feel so much more aligned. 

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Lisa Gillbe talks with Caleigh O'Donnell, the style scientist, about why personal style is more than following generic rules about body shape, colour analysis, or capsule wardrobes. They explore how getting dressed can become a tool for self-knowledge, confidence, and creative expression. Caleigh explains her 3Cs framework, built around comfort, confidence, and creativity, and how it helps people audit their wardrobes, spot style patterns, and build outfits that actually feel aligned with who they are.

00:00 — Why Lisa invited Caleigh O'Donnell onto the show

In this episode of Style Stories, Lisa Gillbe chats with Amy Simpson about the importance of dressing well for yourself, breaking free from ageism, and redefining confidence through fashion. They explore practical tips for elevating everyday style, challenging societal stereotypes, and embracing personal style at any age.

In this episode of Style Stories, Lisa Gillbe chats with Amy Simpson 

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Weddings. Work presentations. Graduations. The big dinner you've been dreading dressing for since the invite landed. These are the moments when what you wear actually matters — and where most of us default to the same safe, forgettable choice out of pure fear of getting it wrong.

In this episode, Lisa throws out the old playbook. No more starting with "what's appropriate." Instead, she shows you how to start with the feeling you want to walk in with — confident, powerful, unmistakably you — and build the outfit from there.

Expect real, practical gold: how to choose colours that actually photograph and film well (because everything's on camera now), how to dress for the room without losing your personality in the process, and why the right unexpected shoe or accessory can turn a "fine" outfit into one people remember.

Lisa breaks it down event by event — wedding-guest dressing that doesn't default to boring, workwear that reads as polished and powerful, graduation outfits that are relaxed but still feel like an occasion, and how to properly dress up for a high-end dinner without it feeling like a costume.

If you've ever stood in front of your wardrobe panicking about a big event, this episode is the reset you need.

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Rubbish style advice, shame-based ideas, why you are in a style rut and how to reframe your style. PLUS, what to pack for your Summer holdiay this year. Practical and emotional style advice from Lisa Gillbe. 

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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.

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