Earlier this week one of our bloggers wrote about imposter syndrome: the frightening and often debilitating feeling that our achievements aren’t worthy of the praise they garner. This incredibly sad, yet nonetheless real affliction is affecting an alarming number of talented women, leading them to feel like actors in their own careers – playing the...Read More
A good friend of mine, India Martin published an article on her LinkedIn page recently entitled The Real Cost of Being an Entrepreneur. In it she gives an honest account of moving from corporate to entrepreneurial life sharing her vulnerabilities, the sacrifices made and the risks taken. It’s worth a read. One thing India didn’t...Read More
A typical day at the atelier… I tend to get to our atelier around 8:30am having checked and replied to any pressing emails at home, such as a client of ours wanting to schedule a fitting or liaising with our Italian mill about new fabrics. Mid morning I like to go downstairs to visit our...Read More
A few years ago I talked to John Bird the founder of The Big Issue magazine about business luck. He was adamant at that time that luck didn’t just happen. For him it was a combination of planning and insight. I mention luck as during this last month I have had nothing but a series...Read More
Many of you know that my personal clothes are designed and made in Italy by my Italian designer. I have known Hilla for 15 years and during that time she has made, from exquisite Italian fabrics, my work and evening dresses, ball gowns, trousers, skirts and jackets to fit my body and style. I asked...Read More
For me, 2014 has been about opening doors, stepping boldly and creatively into unfamiliar environments, celebrating success and making a few mistakes. At MSL our year started with a team meeting on Thursday 9 January. We talked animatedly about 2013 and discussed what we wanted to achieve in 2014. We mused on how our brand...Read More
New Year tends to be one of those occasions where you feel the need to buy a new dress and then come Jan 1st its sits at the back of your wardrobe collecting dust. This year why not opt for something a little different that will see you all the way through 2015. These simple...Read More
As the festive season approaches nothing beats a winter walk. Strolling arm in arm with a loved one in the cool crisp air as frozen leaves crunch underfoot. But not enough layers and your blissful stroll in the park will turn from dreamy to disastrous faster than you can say frostbite. So to avoid getting...Read More
As of last Monday it was more than acceptable to get into the festive spirit of things and head straight to your local Christmas Market for some mulled wine and mince pies. If you’re planning a trip this weekend remember to wrap up warm – it’s frosty out there. Here’s our Festive Dressing Style Guide...Read More
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