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Calling out the ladies who love clothes but have got stuck in a style rut. Isn’t that most of us then?  Muddy certainly commits to the same collection of items and outfits in our wardrobe, hello baggy jeans, oversized blazer and a white t. Yawn. But when we know the styles and shapes as well as the shops that suit us, why or perhaps, how do we even change? Step forward sustainable fashion stylist, Sophia Lorimer, the brand and beautiful eye behind <a href="https://www.finetunedwardrobe.com">Fine Tuned Wardrobe</a> in Sussex. 



Not only is she a previous Muddy Award winner, pausing for applause here, she’s cultivated an impress career braking with the traditional stylist route and instead ‘empowers women’ in corporate roles, business owners, and leaders to dress sustainably for success. She had us at empowerment &#8211; so lets not waste any more time, here’s her practical and supportive advice on dressing to feel as confident as you can and not a stupidly expensive designer item or mention of weight. Phew. Lets go! 



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-sophia-how-do-you-help-women-with-their-fashion">Sophia, how do you help women with their fashion?</h3>



What we wear is an expression of our identity, and tells a story about who we are before we have said one word. It only takes seven seconds for someone to make a judgment about you.&nbsp; So you need your clothes to be telling the right story for you! I am passionate about helping women embrace their individuality through their clothing choices and make sure that they are using their clothes to their full potential.



I do this by coming up with new ways for them to wear the clothes already hanging in their wardrobe for any occasion. Clothes that they love and fill them with confidence. Any wardrobe gaps that need filling I help fill them, always looking at pre-loved first. For any items they no longer need or want, I help them sell them to make money or donate them to women&#8217;s shelters/ the homeless.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-what-s-the-most-common-fashion-complaint">What&#8217;s the most common fashion complaint?</h3>



Most clients are stuck in a style rut the one where they have a wardrobe full of clothes but they only wear 20% of it or even less. You can unlock a wardrobe that truly reflects you with my three transformative tips to get you out of that style rut.



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<li>Get looking, if you&#8217;re in a rut then it&#8217;s time for a wardrobe clear-out! Sometimes this happens because we just have way too much in our wardrobe meaning we wear the same thing on repeat. This not only gets very boring for you but it also means you can&#8217;t see the &#8220;wood for the trees&#8221;.</li>



<li>Get clear on what you enjoy wearing. This could be done by creating a mood board of styles, fabrics, and colours that love and suit your lifestyle/body shape. Then cross-reference this with your wardrobe, does it have elements that reflect your mood board?</li>



<li>Get creative and come up with new ways of wearing the clothes you already own. If you haven&#8217;t worn an item that you love for some time then now&#8217;s the time to get it out and show it some love. Refer to your mood board in step two for styling inspiration to help guide you.</li>
</ol>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-what-is-the-one-fashion-mistake-many-women-in-their-30s-40s-and-50s-make">What is the one fashion mistake many women in their 30s,40s and 50s make?</h3>



Dressing for others! So often I see women wearing clothes that they don&#8217;t love or even partially like but they wear them anyway just to fit in or because they are worried about what others might say or think of them. If you find yourself resonating with this, take the first step today. Mindfully choose what you wear and embrace the confidence that it will give you. Ask yourself, do I love this on me? Do I feel good about this? if the answer is no then pop that to one side and pick something that makes you answer YES! Research has shown that when you wear clothes that you love and make you feel good about yourself, your self-esteem increases meaning you are far more confident.



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-pre-loved-sounds-great-in-theory-but-some-people-are-skeptical-what-do-you-suggest">Pre-loved sounds great in theory but some people are skeptical, what do you suggest?</h3>



The pre-loved market in the UK has really skyrocketed in recent years and it increased by 5% for second-hand shops with a revenue of £2.6 billion in 2023. This is great to see however with everyone having a go at resale the market is becoming saturated. With that being said comes issues like poor-quality items ending up on resale sights and in shops.



My advice for avoiding those returns is:



1. Take measurements of yourself so you have them to hand and you can cross-reference them with the seller of the item to ensure it will fit.  Going by the size on the label is sometimes not enough.



2. Don&#8217;t be afraid to ask the seller lots of questions about the item if they are not stipulated in the description like the materials etc.



3. If the item is not quite right when it arrives at your door, think about what could be done to make it perfect for you. Maybe it just needs dyeing to freshen up the colour or it just needs altering to fit you to perfection.



Despite the challenges we might face with buying preloved, we should all embrace it. It&#8217;s not only more sustainable but holds so many rewards for us as individuals and also on a much bigger scale.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-what-are-the-best-pre-loved-fashion-shops-in-sussex">What are the best pre-loved fashion shops in Sussex?</h3>



I love the unique finds at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/gracies_reigate/?hl=en-gb">Gracie&#8217;s</a> in Reigate and the shop is always beautifully merchandised making it a dream to shop.



The eclectic mix at <a href="https://prelovedofbrighton.com/">Preloved Brighton</a> from vintage to high street and everything in between is just perfect for all styles.



The treasure trove that is <a href="https://reboundstore.com/">Rebound Brighton</a> is set at the seafront its prime location, just perfect for you to stroll in and be immersed in pre-loved treasures. 



For those in Horsham, the charity shops stand out as hidden gems, offering both style and sustainability. I&#8217;ve curated my wardrobe from there over the past few years and have got some absolute gems.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-if-we-re-unhappy-with-a-part-of-our-bodies-is-there-anything-we-can-do-to-feel-more-confident">If we’re unhappy with a part of our bodies is there anything we can do to feel more confident?</h3>



This is probably not going to be the answer you are looking for or even want to hear, but my job as a stylist is to empower you to feel confident in your skin whatever that skin looks like.There is no magic wand I am afraid!



The way I work with my clients is this, I help them concentrate on the parts of their bodies they love and want to show off rather than all the parts of them they want to hide. So if you feel like you have put weight on your arms and no longer want to wear tops showing them off, then pick another part of you that you love. It could be as small as the colour of your eyes so you wear clothes that make them pop even brighter or you love your legs show them off. Concentrating on what you love about your body will help you dress it even better and shower you with confidence.



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-if-you-could-give-one-piece-of-fashion-and-style-advice-what-would-it-be">If you could give one piece of fashion and style advice what would it be?</h3>



WEAR WHAT YOU LOVE! (the end!)



Seriously though, in my opinion wearing what you love is the gateway to confidence and opportunity. I challenge you to wear what you love for a week and see how amazing you feel. Stop saving those clothes that you love for a special occasion because every day can be a special occasion. I have worked with countless women who have some stunning items in their wardrobe that say &#8220;Oh no I can&#8217;t wear that, it&#8217;s far too nice for every day,&#8221; but if you don&#8217;t create the opportunities to wear it why is it in your wardrobe?



Wearing what you love will be a game changer in how you dress. It gives you room for self-expression, empowerment, and more in touch with your inner self. When your clothes are aligned with your personality, mood, and identity your confidence just sores through the roof. It&#8217;s like a superpower!



Curious to discover how sustainable fashion can transform your style and success? Let me guide you on this journey. 







Sophia Lorimer, <a href="https://www.finetunedwardrobe.com/">finetunedwardrobe.com</a>, 07809545972, <a href="mailto:info@finetunedwardrobe.com">info@finetunedwardrobe.com</a>







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