Building a fail-safe work wardrobe is worth the effort. You want a ready-made curated collection of ready to go outfits that will save you time in the mornings, but it also needs to look effortlessly professional and make you feel in control. With a few carefully selected items, you can create a framework for your work wardrobe that will feel comfortable, stand the test of time and allow you to focus on your priority list.

These are the 5 key pieces I recommend to make sure you always look polished and professional every day of your working week.

We live in a consumer-driven society where fashion trends change rapidly, and it's easy to fall into the trap of constantly buying new clothes. However, one way to make more sustainable and cost-effective choices is to consider the cost per wear (CPW) of the items in your wardrobe and how it will help you to stop wasting money.

Do you find yourself standing in front of your wardrobe, feeling uninspired and lost when it comes to your personal style?

There are lots of reasons why it happens, but if your fashion sense seems to have left the building, it can have a significant impact on self-esteem and confidence.

The good news is that you can get it back! Read on for practical tips on how to reconnect with your personal style.

Is your wardrobe is full to bursting with clothes you don’t wear or don’t really like, but you find yourself buying more? Having too many clothes is stressful, overwhelming and guilt inducing. Reducing your wardrobe is freeing, time saving and can change your life. It’s time to stop the buying cycle and tackle the problem!

I believe that age has no bearing on personal style, and the idea that fashion is only for the young is rubbish. Gone are the days when women were expected to fade into the background as they reached what was described as ‘middle age'. I think it’s an opportunity to express yourself though clothes, embracing your individuality without the pressure to dress a certain way or conform to unrealistic body standards.

On warm sunny days and especially if you’re going to on holiday somewhere hot, you’re going to want to stay as cool as possible and that could mean wearing shorts. If you feel your legs are too white, too short, or a bit wobbly, you’ll want to choose a style that will give you the confidence to stride out and enjoy what the day brings.

If you are a maximalist, the thought of packing for a holiday can leave you feeling overwhelmed and stressed about how you’re going to fit everything in your case. You’re definitely not alone, but once you’ve mastered the art of packing light you’ll never look back!