Fashion stylist Bronagh Webster, known for dressing ITV presenters such as Lorraine Kelly, Ruth Langsford and Christine Lampard, has shared her guidance on dressing stylishly for summer without looking frumpy. Her advice focuses on fit, fabric and confidence, rather than chasing fleeting trends.
Webster emphasises that the right fit can make affordable high-street pieces look designer. She recommends using a tailor to adjust hems and waistlines, noting that even a £50 blazer can appear like a £500 investment when it fits perfectly. She also advises buying for your largest measurement and having the rest taken in.
On trends, she suggests avoiding micro-trends that do not flatter your shape or lifestyle, and instead focusing on classics. Monochrome dressing in a single colour such as navy, cream or charcoal creates an uninterrupted vertical line, which she says elongates the silhouette and makes the wearer look taller.
Natural fabrics such as wool, silk, linen and cotton are preferred over synthetics, as they drape better and last longer. Footwear and accessories also matter: updating shoes can elevate a basic outfit, while a 'less is more' approach to jewellery and belts can refine the look without overdoing it.
Webster's overarching message is that confidence is the best styling tool. 'If you feel good in what you wear, you'll look incredible every single time,' she said. She also suggests refreshing wardrobe foundations, such as replacing misshapen t-shirts with heavier-weight cotton.
