I recently fitted a lady for a skirt suit, a lovely lady from a local accountancy firm who regularly shops at Long Tall Sally as she struggles to find clothes to fit her height. After being introduced to Head & Griffiths at a suiting event held at her workplace she got in contact as she was interested in getting a suit for herself.
When I delivered the finished product to her I am very pleased to say it fitted her perfectly! I am particularly pleased because this is my first womenswear fitting that hasn't needed any adjustments. My measuring skills are obviously improving and I'm feeling more and more confident at carrying out fittings.
It was a really great example of how the high street just doesn't cater for the average woman and how bespoke can be really beneficial. There are very few (if any) women who are the same size as a mannequin and to get clothes that fit, especially something as structured as a suit, is incredibly difficult.
My customer looked great in her suit, it fitted her correctly flattering her height and the fabric choice was suitable for her colouring and also for her workplace.
Hopefully when she wears the suit she will feel fantastic knowing that she's wearing something that makes her look and feel her absolute best.
Tuesday, 1 February 2011
Monday, 6 December 2010
The latest
Since my last update quite a lot has happened. First of all I now have another part time job, working at Fat Face in Leicester. I've been working there for a few weeks now and it's going really well. It's a nice place to work and the people are lovely which is great. It's also retail so the hours are more sociable (no ridiculously early mornings) and it's something I've done before so there's no nasty surprises.
I'm pleased I've managed to find a job that has a bit more relevance to Head & Griffiths too, so I don't feel like it's a waste of time. The only down side is that I have to work over Christmas so I don't know how I'm going to be spending Christmas day yet, whether I'll be able to get home to see family and friends or whether I will simply have to postone Christmas and see them all after.
Also, I'm on the move again, found a gorgeous place just up the road from where we're living now and fingers crossed for moving in very soon! The timing isn't great so close to Christmas but I moved this time last year and it wasn't so bad and the landlord has thrown in a Christmas tree this time so it can't be bad!
I had my friends from back home to stay a few weeks ago which was awesome. They came for the weekend and I showed them the sights of Leicester! It was really lovely to see them and it was great to catch up. We ate, drank and ate some more! Thanks for coming girls!!
Things at Head & Griffiths are going well, I've been doing more womenswear fittings recently, and even did one on my own for the first time. I was really pleased with how it went and hope that the fittings continue so that womenswear can really take off.
We spent the week in Manchester a few weeks ago for another exhibition which was great. I'd never been to Manchester before so it's always fun to go somewhere new. My first impressions were good, Manchester seems like a great city, loads of places to eat and shop! What more do you need!?
Also, I got an invite to my first corporate event last week - a Leicester Tigers rugby game. Despite the freezing cold it was a great game and I met some lovely people. It was really nice to be invited and it felt good to be invited instead of the guys! (No offense guys). I must be making friends in the business world!
All in all it's been a good few months, lots happening and lots more to come in the new year!
I'm pleased I've managed to find a job that has a bit more relevance to Head & Griffiths too, so I don't feel like it's a waste of time. The only down side is that I have to work over Christmas so I don't know how I'm going to be spending Christmas day yet, whether I'll be able to get home to see family and friends or whether I will simply have to postone Christmas and see them all after.
Also, I'm on the move again, found a gorgeous place just up the road from where we're living now and fingers crossed for moving in very soon! The timing isn't great so close to Christmas but I moved this time last year and it wasn't so bad and the landlord has thrown in a Christmas tree this time so it can't be bad!
I had my friends from back home to stay a few weeks ago which was awesome. They came for the weekend and I showed them the sights of Leicester! It was really lovely to see them and it was great to catch up. We ate, drank and ate some more! Thanks for coming girls!!
Things at Head & Griffiths are going well, I've been doing more womenswear fittings recently, and even did one on my own for the first time. I was really pleased with how it went and hope that the fittings continue so that womenswear can really take off.
We spent the week in Manchester a few weeks ago for another exhibition which was great. I'd never been to Manchester before so it's always fun to go somewhere new. My first impressions were good, Manchester seems like a great city, loads of places to eat and shop! What more do you need!?
Also, I got an invite to my first corporate event last week - a Leicester Tigers rugby game. Despite the freezing cold it was a great game and I met some lovely people. It was really nice to be invited and it felt good to be invited instead of the guys! (No offense guys). I must be making friends in the business world!
All in all it's been a good few months, lots happening and lots more to come in the new year!
Wednesday, 17 November 2010
Winter 2010
I hate to admit it but I actually really enjoy winter, there's something nice about a frosty morning and let's be honest, who doesn't love a bit of snow!? Maybe it's because it means Christmas is around the corner or maybe it's simply because I get to wear all of my favourite clothes.
I personally feel much more comfortable in my winter wardrobe of boots, coats and hats. I much prefer thick black tights to bare legs (shudder) and anyone who knows me will know that I rarely go anywhere without a scarf anyway! So maybe this is why I welcome the colder weather, the opportunity to get some use out of the majority of my wardrobe.
My favourite trend this winter is the camel coat. It's such a classy colour and together with the trend for minimalism (which I also adore - I don't do frills) it screams understated elegance. It's the sort of colour that goes with anything and it will last forever, I'm sure there will be plenty of camel coats walking around next winter!
Thinking about the upcoming Christmas party season, there couldn't be a better trend than gilded brocade for your party dress. Maybe I'm just a fan because I bought one last year for my birthday party and can now get some more use out of it but it is still a gorgeous trend, very luxurious and it's perfect for this time of year.
Balmain Gilded Brocade Dress
Gucci Camel Coat
I personally feel much more comfortable in my winter wardrobe of boots, coats and hats. I much prefer thick black tights to bare legs (shudder) and anyone who knows me will know that I rarely go anywhere without a scarf anyway! So maybe this is why I welcome the colder weather, the opportunity to get some use out of the majority of my wardrobe.
My favourite trend this winter is the camel coat. It's such a classy colour and together with the trend for minimalism (which I also adore - I don't do frills) it screams understated elegance. It's the sort of colour that goes with anything and it will last forever, I'm sure there will be plenty of camel coats walking around next winter!
Thinking about the upcoming Christmas party season, there couldn't be a better trend than gilded brocade for your party dress. Maybe I'm just a fan because I bought one last year for my birthday party and can now get some more use out of it but it is still a gorgeous trend, very luxurious and it's perfect for this time of year.
Balmain Gilded Brocade Dress
Gucci Camel Coat
Monday, 15 November 2010
A first time for everything..
Six months ago I did something for the first time - quit my job and moved away from home. Since then, there are many things I've done for the first time, most without even realising until I started thinking about writing this post.
Living in Leicester and working for Head & Griffiths for the last 6 months has seen me do all sorts of things for the first time, from writing a blog and owning my own business card to public speaking and meeting celebrities. I've been involved with a photo shoot and watched a friend's designs walk down the catwalk at Graduate Fashion Week, both of which were amazingly good fun.
I've been introduced to the world of networking (and survived to tell the tale) as well as learnt how to broadcast my every move on twitter. I've worn a suit (pretty key really) and I now own a little black dress. I've advised men on suit fabric and design and even measured an inside leg!
Not all of my first experiences have been great, for instance I've struggled with regular 5am starts to the point of exhaustion and missed friends and family incredible amounts but they're nothing compared to the fun I've had.
I've been to places I've never been to before, met new and interesting people, learnt how to live in a city and enjoyed every minute of it. I'm looking forward to the next 6 months and hopefully many more new experiences to come.
Living in Leicester and working for Head & Griffiths for the last 6 months has seen me do all sorts of things for the first time, from writing a blog and owning my own business card to public speaking and meeting celebrities. I've been involved with a photo shoot and watched a friend's designs walk down the catwalk at Graduate Fashion Week, both of which were amazingly good fun.
I've been introduced to the world of networking (and survived to tell the tale) as well as learnt how to broadcast my every move on twitter. I've worn a suit (pretty key really) and I now own a little black dress. I've advised men on suit fabric and design and even measured an inside leg!
Not all of my first experiences have been great, for instance I've struggled with regular 5am starts to the point of exhaustion and missed friends and family incredible amounts but they're nothing compared to the fun I've had.
I've been to places I've never been to before, met new and interesting people, learnt how to live in a city and enjoyed every minute of it. I'm looking forward to the next 6 months and hopefully many more new experiences to come.
Tuesday, 2 November 2010
Stapleford Park Little Black Dress Event
The Little Black Dress event at Stapleford Park went without a hitch last week. Everyone had taken the theme on board and made the effort to wear an LBD, and I have to say that everyone looked fab! We had presentations from onesixeight:fitness, Sheelagh Powell Professional Make-Up Artist and Cleo Lacey from Demi-Couture which were all fantastic.
The audience loved the essential tips on how to get looking great in their LBDs from getting rid of 'bingo wings' to fantastic party make up ideas to the correct underwear to wear! We even had some advice on the 'sheepdog effect' (ladies you know what I'm talking about, and if not ask Cleo!) The shopping on offer was fab too - gorgeous jewellery, shoes, handbags and lingerie and there was even some hair restyling going on!
My LBDs first outing went well too. In this case it was carefully chosen and not thrown on last minute, worn with a pair of shiny heels and some statement black jewellery. I was very pleased with the overall look, I've never felt so glamorous in something so plain! Since the event I've actually worn it a few more times and it is definitely living up to its reputation as a wardrobe staple!
I've included some pictures of the event below, please feel free to comment. Thank you to everyone who came and supported the event, a total of £395 was raised for Breast Cancer Care!
The audience loved the essential tips on how to get looking great in their LBDs from getting rid of 'bingo wings' to fantastic party make up ideas to the correct underwear to wear! We even had some advice on the 'sheepdog effect' (ladies you know what I'm talking about, and if not ask Cleo!) The shopping on offer was fab too - gorgeous jewellery, shoes, handbags and lingerie and there was even some hair restyling going on!
My LBDs first outing went well too. In this case it was carefully chosen and not thrown on last minute, worn with a pair of shiny heels and some statement black jewellery. I was very pleased with the overall look, I've never felt so glamorous in something so plain! Since the event I've actually worn it a few more times and it is definitely living up to its reputation as a wardrobe staple!
I've included some pictures of the event below, please feel free to comment. Thank you to everyone who came and supported the event, a total of £395 was raised for Breast Cancer Care!
Me in my first LBD!
Sheelagh Powell and I posing for the camera!
Sheelagh Powell and Becky White from onesixeight:fitness
The venue
Becky giving her presentation on the Little Black Dress Workout
Cleo Lacey from Demi-Couture showing us all how to make the best of our LBDs
Sheelagh Powell demonstrating perfect glamorous evening make-up
Thursday, 21 October 2010
Little Black Dress
The iconic little black dress or ‘LBD’ has been a wardrobe essential for most women since the 1920s. However, I’m ashamed to admit that I’ve never actually owned one. So when preparing for the Little Black Dress event that I’m attending this week I started thinking about how I should wear it. Autumn/winter 2010 trends weren’t much help, I fail to see how the new ‘midi’ length fits in with the ‘little’ black dress, so that’s out, and a dress covered in brass buttons military-style will soon look dated. I want my dress to stand the test of time as it should.
However, I’m still excited about owning my first LBD and the possibilities of reworking it each time it comes into use. So I’ve opted for a classic shift dress, sleeveless and knee length with a simple neck line, a perfect style for my body shape - Gok would be proud! This will hopefully stand to be my wardrobe staple, with me through thick and thin, carefully chosen for glamorous parties as well as thrown on last minute when nothing else feels right!
However, I’m still excited about owning my first LBD and the possibilities of reworking it each time it comes into use. So I’ve opted for a classic shift dress, sleeveless and knee length with a simple neck line, a perfect style for my body shape - Gok would be proud! This will hopefully stand to be my wardrobe staple, with me through thick and thin, carefully chosen for glamorous parties as well as thrown on last minute when nothing else feels right!
Wednesday, 20 October 2010
New website
The Head & Griffiths new website is now up and ready so I thought I'd share some of the images with you including some behind the scenes snaps from the photoshoot..
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