Fashion

When there’s no clothes brush available to remove unwanted lint and dust, use masking tape wrapped around your hand, instead.

Lipstick stains can be removed in the wash. Dab on surgical spirit or methylated spirits first, then wash normally.

Darker colours like black, navy and chocolate brown are generally the most slimming colours. Make sure you wear the one colour from top to toe for best results.

To hide a thick waist, wear loose-fitting garments that come to the hips, and avoid tucking anything bulky into pants or skirts. If your legs are good, make a feature of them.

A classic tailored suit is a great investment but, over a period of time, may need a little updating. Search for new button shapes and colours to replace the original ones and give your suit a fresh new look.

Never wear pantyhose – no matter how sheer – with open-toed sandals. Bare feet are the only option.

Go through your wardrobe at least once a year. Throw out or give away anything you haven’t worn in the past 18 months. If it hasn’t seen the light of day in that time, the odds are it won’t.

Fill your shoes with socks and pop them in plastic bags or proper shoe bags when packing. This stops shoes from being crushed in the bag and protects clothes from being marked by dirty soles.

Women with larger breasts should avoid any tops or shirts with loud, bright prints. Draw attention away from your top by choosing patterned pants and skirts.

Always use proper suit hangers for all jackets and coats. Ask for the hanger when buying the jacket, or invest in some proper suit hangers to help prolong the life of your tailored clothes.