STYLING TIPS

with Mark Ferguson

Look good, feel good

Confidence is an essential element of good mental health, and fashion can be one of the best ways to boost your mood.

We recently had the pleasure of working with Lewis, a kind young man with autism, where we created a bespoke dinner jacket for his school formal. The jacket didn’t just boost his confidence but allowed for his true positive nature and personality to shine through.

Another example of power dressing is with former American-Australian pro basketballer Derek Rucker, who is showered in compliments whenever he steps out in his bespoke Wil Valor jacket. I believe the validation from others allows people to feel recognised for who they are and where they are in life.

Another great mood-booster is colour. We all have those days when we don’t feel our best, but a pop of colour can be an accessible source of strength. For example, orange can bring excitement and creativity, while blue can help with calmness.

It’s important not to underestimate the effect of colour and fashion on our mental wellbeing. So, there you have it, the rumours are true; if you look good, you feel good…

Fine Jewels

The ocean’s jewel

March has arrived, which means autumn is finally here! For those Pisces babies, we’re taking a look at your stunning birthstone: aquamarine. Reminiscent of the sea and believed to be a powerfully soothing influence on relationships, this blue or blue-green fine gem is an excellent stone to add to your jewellery pieces. It can be used in a variety of jewellery, such as rings, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. There are, maybe not so surprisingly, a lot of fun facts and myths surrounding this special gemstone, so I thought I’d do a deep dive into Google and see what comes up…

• The name aquamarine is derived from two Latin words: aqua, meaning ‘water’, and marina, meaning ‘of the sea’

• Known as the stone of ‘courage and protection’, aquamarine was once believed to give its wearers protection during battle

• Others believed it had the ability to calm waves and keep sailors safe at sea

• And the largest gem-quality aquamarine ever mined was almost 50cm long and over 100kg – now, that’s impressive! With so much history behind it, this dazzling blue gemstone truly is one of the most unique gems around…