I’ve always been a creative person, drawn more to creating than academics. Growing up, I loved the outdoors but also spent hours sewing with my mum, creating clothes and experimenting with fabrics. That early exposure sparked my passion and led me to study a diploma in fashion design and textiles after school.

Over the past 20+ years, my journey has evolved in ways I never expected. Combining my background in fashion design with styling has become my superpower, giving me a deep understanding of fabrics, cuts and textures. My work across styling and TV has also shaped my ability to connect with people, building skills in communication, confidence and even reading body language.

In midlife, many women become highly focused on the changes in their bodies, often comparing themselves to their younger selves. But this stage is really about shifting that mindset — celebrating who you are today, not who you were.

I also see a powerful shift where many women care less about others’ opinions, which is incredibly freeing. Every woman is on her own journey, and it’s about embracing that and expressing yourself in a way that feels true to you.

My relationship with style and confidence has evolved in a really personal way. I’ve stepped more into my feminine side, which didn’t always feel natural to me before, and that’s been a big shift in my identity.

Working with clients constantly inspires me — I find myself reflecting on my own wardrobe, applying the same principles I teach. It’s an ongoing process, but I’ve never felt more confident or more put together, and that feels incredibly exciting.