Life in Colour
by Ashley Longstaff
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38: Are Department Stores Dead & The One Accessories Rule I Live By...
38: Are Department Stores Dead & The One Accessories Rule I Live By...
About this podcast
Whether you're seeking style inspiration, parenting hacks, or simply a dose of positivity, "Life in Colour" is your go-to destination for insightful discussions and genuine connections. Tune in for practical tips, heartfelt conversations, and plenty of laughs. Let's live life boldly and beautifully – together. Welcome to "Life in Colour"!
Episodes
The newest 20 of 38 episodes
- 38: Are Department Stores Dead & The One Accessories Rule I Live By... · 33 minThe Accessories Rule That Can Change Your Whole Outfit Have you ever put on an outfit and thought it was just missing something? Before you head out to buy something new, take…
- 37: Why I Don't Shop the Sales Rack (And Why You Might Want to Rethink It · 32 minWith Black Friday and the sales season coming up, I want to talk about something that might feel a little controversial: shopping the sales rack. This isn't about saying you…
- 36: The 4 jean cuts that actually suit you in your 40's+ · 31 minJeans are in every woman’s wardrobe, but there are so many cuts out there that it can get really overwhelming. In this episode I simplify it so you can go shopping knowing…
- 35: 9 Ways to Plan Your Spring & Summer Wardrobe · 30 minSpring/summer is here & if you’re standing in front of your wardrobe wondering where to even start, this one’s for you. I’m sharing 9 ways to plan your spring/summer wardrobe and…
- 34: The Colours You Will See In Stores This Spring & Summer · 33 minThis week I'm walking you through the colours that are about to land in stores for spring and summer here in the Southern Hemisphere: straight from the Pantone London Fashion…
- 33: 5 Things Actually Worth the Money in Your Wardrobe · 23 minThis week's episode is inspired by something doing the rounds on Instagram, the "worth the money" trend, but from my perspective as a personal colour stylist. I'm not talking…
- 32: Why Your Colours Don't Change (But Your Relationship With Them Does) · 30 minYour season never changes. But how you feel about wearing certain colours within it? That can shift completely and it doesn't mean something's gone wrong. This week I chat about…
- 31: Breaking Up with Platinum Blonde · 38 minAfter 18 years as a platinum blonde, I finally made the call to go brunette. In this episode I'm talking through the why behind it, the how of actually doing it, and what it's…
- 30: You Don't Have to Be "Stylish" to Dress Well · 21 minThere's a theme that keeps coming up with my Style Reset clients lately: the belief that you're not "stylish enough" to dress well. I hear it all the time, and I totally get it —…
- 29: Closing the Business, Taking the Gap Year, and Dressing the Life You Actually Have — with Kirsten Smith of Bettyquette · 44 minWhat does it actually look like to step away from a business you've built — intentionally, bravely, and at 52 — and call it the best decision you've ever made? That's exactly…
- 28: The 5 Biggest Mistakes Women Make When Trying to Figure Out Their Colours at Home · 21 min🌟 THE TRUTH? It's not you. These mistakes are normal and totally fixable. Trying to figure out your colours at home can feel tricky and honestly, most women make the same…
- 27: The Most Comfortable Pants and a Little Life Update · 38 minAfter a little break from the microphone, I am back — and I thought the best way to ease back in was with an honest life update episode. This one is a little different from my…
- 26: Style Goal Setting For 2026: The First Step to Loving Your Wardrobe Again · 41 minToday’s episode is all about style goal setting and why being intentional with your wardrobe can completely change how you feel when you get dressed. This is a special sneak…
- 25: My Favourite Purchases for 2025 (The Ones I Actually Use) · 23 minNot everything you buy ends up being a good purchase, which makes the ones you actually use and reach for worth talking about. This episode is a relaxed chat about the things…
- 24: The Many Shades of Christmas: Red, Green & Metallics Explained · 29 minChristmas colours aren’t just red and green — and they definitely don’t look the same on everyone. In this episode of Life in Colour, I’m breaking down the different variations…
- 23: The Overlooked Stores Worth Revisiting · 26 minWhen was the last time you wandered into Sussan, Suzanne Grae, Sportsgirl or Blue Illusion? 👀 In this episode, I’m talking about the stores you might have stopped shopping at —…
- 22: The 42% - Why So Many Women Don’t Feel Happy, Confident, or Comfortable in Their Clothes · 26 minIn this episode, I share the results of a recent Instagram poll where 42% of women said they don’t feel happy, confident, or comfortable in their clothes. I dive into why this…
- 21: New Season Colours Explained: Spring/Summer 2025 & Autumn/Winter 2025/26 · 34 minIn this episode, I’m diving into the new season colour trends straight from the Pantone reports — Spring/Summer 2025 London and Autumn/Winter 2025/26 New York. If you love…
- 20: How Do I Stop Defaulting To Black All The Time? All Your Colour & Style Questions Answered... · 30 minIn this episode of Life in Colour, I answer some of your most common wardrobe and colour questions! We cover everything from seasonal colours to quick outfit fixes, helping you…
- 19: 10 Things I Wouldn't Skip When Rediscovering Your Style In Your 40s+ · 37 minRediscovering your style in your 40s can feel a little daunting; your body has changed, your lifestyle looks different, and the old “rules” just don’t fit anymore. But the good…
