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The Style Stories Podcast

The Style Stories Podcast

By: Personal Stylist Lisa Gillbe
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 Top charting podcast The Style Stories Podcast is back to solve all your style and wardrobe dilemmas. Highly experienced London based personal stylist Lisa Gillbe brings wardrobe tips and tricks that make sure you get a capsule wardrobe that really works for you. This advice will get you thinking differently about your style and image so you can feel inspired, confident and excited about your wardrobe.Lisa Gillbe Art
Episodes
  • How to Always Look Put-Together With These Actionable Tips

    How to Always Look Put-Together With These Actionable Tips
    Jan 27 2026
    Episode Overview In this episode, Lisa tackles the #1 wardrobe frustration: How to look 'pulled together' Not knowing what to buy, how to mix pieces, or style them confidently means your wardrobe can feel uninspiring. Drawing from her work with top professionals, she shares an actionable guide to an elevated smart casual wardrobe – perfect for meetings, workshops, weekends, and London life. Tune in for tips on silhouettes, neutrals, separates, shoes, accessories, and the dark academia trend. What You'll Learn Shopping Clarity: Focus on neutrals + anchors to avoid overwhelm. Mixing Formulas: Real-life combos for work/weekends. Body-Positive Fits: Barrel/wide-legs for apple/long-waisted shapes. Trend Integration: Dark academia made wearable. Key Topics & Timestamps 00:00 - Intro: Welcome + the "nothing to wear" problem solved. 02:15 - Tip 1: Accessories Elevate Everything Layer necklaces, stack rings/bangles, oversized 70s glasses (cat-eye/aviators), structured bags, silk scarves over jumpers/tees. 07:40 - Tip 2: Master Silhouettes Modern jeans/trousers (barrel leg, high-waisted wide leg); fitted top + loose bottom for balance (e.g., cream tee + wide-legs + bangles). 12:20 - Tip 3: Neutrals for Endless Mixes Core palette: camel, charcoal, cream, navy; head-to-toe tonal chic; 70% neutrals shopping rule. 16:55 - Tip 4: Strong Separates as Anchors Must-haves: blazer, high-rise jeans, trench, wool coat; jackets create outfits (e.g., blazer + jeans + scarf). 21:10 - Tip 5: Shoes for Polish Ditch dated combos; go ballet flats, Mary Janes, faux pony loafers, sleek loafers (e.g., wide-legs + pony loafers). 24:30 - Trend: Dark Academia Miu Miu/Prada/Chanel inspo: pleated midi skirts, argyle knits, layered tanks, oversized glasses; chocolate/tweed palette. 27:15 - Outro: Start with 10-12 pieces; book workshops at lisagillbestyle.com. Call to Action Please take a minute to Subscribe & Rate 5 Stars on your platform – help us stay #1 worldwide! Read Lisa's Style Blog and Shop her Ideas here: https://www.lisagillbestyle.com/blog Follow Lisa on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/lisegillbestylist/?hl=en
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    30 mins
  • 3 Style Words That Change Everything: Your 2026 Wardrobe Reset

    3 Style Words That Change Everything: Your 2026 Wardrobe Reset
    Jan 15 2026

    Setting Style Intentions for the Year

    A stylish wardrobe isn’t random - it’s rules + rebellion, opposites that attract. Today, Lisa shares how great dressers master both: structure from body shape/colour knowledge + the confidence to break free with your style vibe.

    In today's show

    • Your 3 style words: Define your vibe (e.g., "crisp, bold, fluid") – game changer for shopping, decluttering, feeling you.

    • Rules as guardrails: Body lines, best colours = fewer mistakes, more confidence.

    • Rebellion with knowledge: When/how to bend trends, dress codes, play with edge.

    Style Intention Framework

    1. Audit 2025: What lit you up? What drained you?

    2. Narrow to 3 words that feel like home.

    3. Build 2026 around them – ruthless declutter, joyful buys.

    Announcements

    ✨ New Substack launched – deeper dives, style psychology, free resources. [Subscribe here]

    🎟️ Super Styling Workshop – 5 tickets left (Jan 31st, Arding Rooms). Rules + magic live. [Grab tickets] here (use discount ARDING50 at checkout to get £50 off).

    Follow Lise on Instagram here

    Click timestamps to jump: 0:00 – Why opposites attract in style 3:45 – Your 3 style words exercise 12:20 – Rules that actually work 18:40 – Rebellion done right 25:15 – 2026 intention setting 32:10 – Substack + workshop news

    Hosted by Lisa Gillbe, London personal stylist (15+ years). New episodes weekly.

    #fashionpodcast

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    21 mins
  • Style Stories Finale: Ditch the 'Shoulds', Embrace Your Authentic Wardrobe

    Style Stories Finale: Ditch the 'Shoulds', Embrace Your Authentic Wardrobe
    Dec 30 2025

    Style Stories Podcast: Final Episode Shownotes – 2025 Wrap-Up

    In this heartfelt finale for 2025, dive into the real reason behind The Style Stories podcast and why style transcends mere clothing—it's about embracing your authentic self through wardrobe choices that spark joy.

    The essence of this podcast

    The host shares the passion driving Style Stories: empowering listeners to move beyond superficial fashion advice toward a deeper connection with personal style. Style isn't just outfits; it's a reflection of who you are, amplified when you honor what you truly love instead of societal "shoulds." Ditching rigid expectations unlocks instincts that make every day feel more vibrant and true to yourself.

    Ditching the Myths

    A major bugbear? Those "one-size-fits-all" capsule wardrobes and generic style guides peddled online—they ignore our unique nuances as individuals. True style thrives on personalization, not cookie-cutter rules that leave everyone looking the same.

    Your Best Wardrobe Move

    Pay attention to what lights you up, release the pressure to dress a certain way, and trust your gut. Authenticity in your clothes elevates everything—from confidence to connections.

    January Style Workshop Shoutout

    Kick off 2026 transformed! Join the exclusive Style Workshop in January—spots are limited. Grab tickets now with code Arding50 for £50 off (exclusive to newsletter subscribers and podcast listeners). Link here or below —see you there!

    https://mailchi.mp/lisagillbestyle/super-styling-workshop

    Payment link for tickets here - use code Arding50 to get £50 off ✨

    Follow Lisa on Instagram here
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    11 mins
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