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              Anna Berkeley

              Style columnist

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              • Thursday, 2 January, 2025
                Style
                Ask a Stylist: how to shop mindfully

                A new year’s resolution to think about your wardrobe will save you money and create less waste

                A brown-haired woman sits in a field, wearing a blue and green cardigan with jeans
              • Friday, 6 December, 2024
                Style
                Ask a stylist: finding the forever party piece

                From the classic tux to a dramatic frock that shouts ‘festive’ — how to choose the looks you’ll wear and wear

              • Friday, 8 November, 2024
                Style
                Ask a stylist: autumn dressing without overheating

                Choose clever base layers and looser garments to stay comfortably warm rather than hot and flustered

              • Friday, 11 October, 2024
                Fashion
                Ask a stylist: how to look smart and feminine

                Hair, make-up, colour and prints are in your arsenal of tricks

              • Friday, 13 September, 2024
                Fashion
                How to dress to give shape

                We can create the contours we want by clever use of cut, fabric and silhouette

              • Friday, 2 August, 2024
                Fashion
                Ask a stylist: how to dress for a festival in your forties

                There’s no need to become a different person, but some sequins could be good

              • Wednesday, 3 July, 2024
                Style
                Ask a Stylist: dressing for summer events — whatever the weather

                Choose clever materials that can help to regulate your body temperature

              • Tuesday, 21 May, 2024
                Fashion
                Ask a Stylist: smart shoes for warmer weather

                While loafers and Mary Janes are obvious contenders, it all depends on what outfit you’re pairing it with

                A close up image of a woman’s black footwear and the bottom of her white trousers
              • Thursday, 28 March, 2024
                Style
                Ask a Stylist: how to wear wide-leg trousers

                Leg length, waistline, volume and cut are all essential considerations

                Two women smile for the camera. Both wear wide-leg trousers
              • Tuesday, 27 February, 2024
                Fashion accessories
                Ask a Stylist: how to wear scarves

                Inspiration will come more easily once you’ve had a thorough sort-out of your collection

              • Monday, 8 January, 2024
                Fashion accessories
                Ask a Stylist: how to liven up your winter wardrobe

                A few inexpensive tweaks will breathe new life into old jumpers or coats

              • Wednesday, 29 November, 2023
                Fashion accessories
                Ask a Stylist: How to find a good ‘investment’ coat

                Prep work is key — and don’t rule out taking one for a ‘ride’ via renting

              • Tuesday, 7 November, 2023
                Fashion accessories
                Ask a Stylist: how to choose boots that suit your legs

                What to mix and match for seamless outfits that put you on an ideal footing

                A young woman in a miniskirt, jacket and sunglasses stands on a street near parked motorbikes
              • Monday, 2 October, 2023
                Fashion
                Ask a Stylist: what’s a smart-casual look for walking the dog?

                As the weather changes, choose practical footwear — and there’s no need to put a muzzle on the choice of accessories

                Jennifer Lawrence in a dog-walking outfit in New York
              • Monday, 11 September, 2023
                Style
                Ask a Stylist: how do I update my denim for autumn?

                Choosing a smart pair of jeans demands patience as well as thought about footwear and tops to pair them with

                Marie Danker seen wearing Carolina Lemke black oval sunglasses, diamond earrings, Arket black straight leg denim jeans pants, black leather belt, LeGer grey oversize wool sweater, Zara shiny leather strap heels, Furla white leather bag
              • Monday, 31 July, 2023
                Style
                Ask a Stylist: which sandals can I wear for walking and work?

                There are shoes that will put a spring in your step for hikes as well as the office

              • Tuesday, 27 June, 2023
                Fashion
                Ask a Stylist: can I wear shorts to work?

                Tailored Bermuda styles can look polished and professional

              • Tuesday, 30 May, 2023
                Fashion
                Ask a Stylist: how to dress for transitional weather

                Layering is about selecting the right weights and styles and understanding your build

              • Monday, 1 May, 2023
                Fashion
                Ask a Stylist: headbands and how to wear them

                Some thought about your dimensions and face shape will set you up for this most difficult of accessories

              • Wednesday, 29 March, 2023
                Fashion
                Ask a Stylist: spring knits and how to style them

                Be prepared for anything, approach cardigans with caution and my top tips on tucking

                Woman on a sofa
              • Saturday, 25 March, 2023
                FT Schools
                How to dress for your first job

                Figuring out what to wear in the workplace can be daunting. Aim for classic styles over trends and keep it simple

                Mark Zuckerberg waving to a crowd
              • Tuesday, 28 February, 2023
                Fashion
                Ask a Stylist: how to get out of a style rut

                Browse the clothes rails in search of the feelgood factor — and then reverse your tried and tested looks

              • Tuesday, 31 January, 2023
                Fashion
                Ask a Stylist: outfits to fall for on Valentine’s Day

                From look-at-me glamour for a special date to comfortable cool for ‘galentines’

              • Thursday, 5 January, 2023
                Fashion
                Ask a stylist: how to look more memorable

                Get noticed with a punchy lip colour, killer haircut or bespoke face-framing glasses

                Véronique Tristram in the street, wearing large glasses and speaking into a phone
              • Tuesday, 29 November, 2022
                Style
                How to dress festively without looking like a holiday decoration

                Stylist Anna Berkeley celebrates the outfits that will ensure elegance for the party season

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