Style Guides

Get outfit inspiration, styling tips, and expert fashion advice to help you wear every piece with confidence. Whether you're preparing for a special occasion, updating your everyday wardrobe, or simply looking for fresh ways to style what you already own, our comprehensive guides are here to help. From mastering tricky dress codes to nailing seasonal trends, discover practical outfit ideas and styling secrets that make getting dressed easier, more enjoyable, and truly inspiring.

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What To Wear With Linen Trousers

Linen trousers are a warm-weather staple: lightweight, breathable, and effortlessly polished. Whether you're dressing for work, holiday, or the weekend, they go with almost everything. Our style guide gives you outfit ideas for every occasion, so you can style your linen trousers with confidence.

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How to Style a Dress with Trainers

Whether you're running errands or meeting friends for lunch, the dress-and-trainers combo offers the best of both worlds. In this guide, we'll share practical everyday outfit ideas, give you confidence-boosting tips, and show you how to match different dress lengths and silhouettes with the perfect trainer styles.

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Spring Jackets for Women: Must-Have Styles For This Season

Spring weather changes fast—sunny one minute, breezy the next. The right jacket keeps you comfortable and polished wherever you’re headed. In this guide, we're walking you through this season’s essentials, how to find the right fit, and how to layer them for the perfect spring outfit.

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How to Create the Perfect Boho Look

Boho style is back, and it’s better than ever! Think flowing fabrics, warm earthy tones, layered textures, and expressive accessories, all working together to create looks that feel effortless. Explore how you can easily create a modern boho look that’s flattering, comfortable, and completely your own.

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What To Wear With A Long Skirt

Maxi skirts are one of those wonderful wardrobe pieces that look elegant, feel comfortable and work beautifully whatever the weather. So if you've ever wondered how to style one beyond the basics, you're in exactly the right place.

Spring Workwear

What to Wear to Work This Spring: Women’s Style Guide

Spring makes getting dressed for work enjoyable again. Brighter mornings and warmer days are the perfect excuse to refresh your office wardrobe, whether you dress sharp or smart casual.

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What to Wear to a Wedding: Mother of the Bride Edition

Your complete mother of the bride style guide from JD Williams. Discover what to wear, which colours to choose, and the elegant outfit ideas for a confident wedding day look.

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What to Wear to a Wedding: Wedding Guest Edition

Finding the perfect wedding guest outfit can be a balancing act. You want to look stylish and feel comfortable, while also choosing something that suits the venue, season, and dress code. Whether you’re attending a garden ceremony in July, an evening reception, or a cosy winter celebration, this style guide will help you find a look that feels special, flattering, and completely you.

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What to Wear to a Wedding: Trouser Suit Edition

Looking for a stylish and age-appropriate, flattering and comfortable wedding guest outfit but not particularly comfortable in a dress? That's where the trouser suit comes in. We'll walk you through everything you need to know about wearing a trouser suit to a wedding. Whether you're heading to a formal ceremony or an evening reception, we've got you covered.

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Easy Festival Outfit Ideas for Every Age

Festival season is here, and whether you're heading to a sun-drenched field or bracing for rain, getting your outfit right makes all the difference. From your first outfit to your last dance of the night, here's everything you need to know about festival fashion.

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What Is Smart Casual for Women?

The smart casual question is one that has many of us stumped. Exactly how smart, and exactly how casual, do we go? Whether you’re wearing it for work, dinner, or weekend events, JD Williams has cracked the code on smart casual women's fashion, so you don’t have to. Discover the styling tips and clothing essentials that’ll help you get it right every time.

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Women's Summer Workwear: Practical Tips and Inspiration

Rising temperatures are a welcome change, but summer office dressing can feel like a balance between staying cool and looking polished. No matter your dress code, lightweight pieces with a refined finish are key. In this guide, find outfit ideas, must-haves, and versatile options to refresh your summer work wardrobe.

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How to Style Leopard Print

Leopard print has come a long way. What was once considered bold and brash has evolved into a sophisticated wardrobe staple. The beauty of leopard print lies in its versatility. Whether you're putting together a casual weekend look or adding interest to your office wardrobe, there's a way to wear it that feels authentically you.

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Date Night Outfits for Every Occasion

From casual date night outfits to dresses for dinner and drinks, explore our inspiring style guide to make date night dressing effortless. Whether it’s a first date or an evening out with your partner, find key pieces and styling tips for confidence-boosting looks that make date nights unforgettable

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How to Style Khaki Trousers

Khaki trousers are one of those wardrobe heroes that just keep on giving. They're smart enough for the office, relaxed enough for weekends, and endlessly versatile for everything in between. Whether you're heading out for coffee with friends or pulling together a polished look for a lunch date, khaki trousers have you covered.

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The Ultimate Guide to Wide Leg Trousers

Few pieces combine comfort and style quite like wide leg trousers. Whether you’re dressing for work, heading out in the evening, or keeping it casual, this guide will show you how to wear wide leg trousers with confidence and ease.

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The Ultimate Guide to Airport Outfits

We’re here to take the stress out of picking your ladies’ travel outfit! With plenty of airport outfit inspo,  plane-ready clothing picks, and tips for layering, footwear and accessories, this guide has all you need to stay comfy and chic across the miles.

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The Ultimate Guide to Women’s Winter Wear

Winter brings frosty mornings and snowy days—wonderful, yet challenging when staying stylish. With the right wardrobe staples, you can build versatile looks that beat the cold without sacrificing style. Our guide explores expert layering tips and essential pieces for everyday wear, smart-casual looks, and office outfits this season.

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Women's Winter Workwear: Practical Tips and Inspiration

From workwear essentials to warm footwear and winter accessories, we have plenty of workwear outfit ideas to see you through cold-weather season.

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New Year’s Eve Looks

NYE - it’s the holiday people really make their own. Whether you’re staying up until midnight or plan on being in bed by 9, make the most of your celebrations in an outfit that makes you feel comfortable, confident, and ready to welcome your next chapter. Find everything from sparkly showstoppers to cosy chic looks.

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The Best Women’s Christmas Party Outfits

The festive season is here and with it comes a calendar full of celebrations. Whether it’s the annual office do, a cosy family gathering, or a glamorous evening out, finding the perfect women’s Christmas party outfit is all about feeling confident, comfortable, and effortlessly stylish.

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The Best Coats to Pair with Party Dresses

The festive season is all about celebrating in style, but let's be honest—getting your party look just right doesn't stop at the dress. Your coat or jacket is crucial, whether for a Christmas party, winter wedding, or night out. The right outerwear keeps you warm and completes your look with confidence.

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Christmas Jumper Style Guide

Discover how to wear a Christmas jumper with style. From fair isle knits to novelty designs, our guide shares tips, outfit ideas and festive favourites for men and women.

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As seen in Good Housekeeping & Prima

In partnership with two of the UK’s most loved magazines, we invited everyday women to step into the spotlight - styled by Gok Wan and the editorial teams to prove that bold, beautiful fashion is for every body.

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Levi’s style guide

Levi’s deliver the denim that does more. With jeans made to fit and built to last, we’re breaking down the styles so you can find the life-proof denim perfect for your figure.

Your Go-To Style Guide for Every Occasion

Getting dressed should be the fun part. Whether you're planning your calendar or simply refreshing your everyday style, our styling guides are here to inspire you with practical, wearable ideas that help you look and feel brilliant.

 

Wedding season calls for something special, and we've got you covered. Discover what to wear to a wedding that feels elegant and comfortable, or explore our mother of the bride outfits guide for styles that let you celebrate in confidence on the big day. Looking for a modern alternative to dresses? Our guide on how to style a trouser suit for a wedding shows you how to create a sophisticated, contemporary look that's both chic and comfortable.

 

Heading off on a well-deserved break? Our airport outfit guide takes the stress out of travel dressing with clever combinations that work from check-in to landing. Planning to enjoy some live music? Our guide on what to wear to a festival offers practical outfit ideas for outdoor events that balance comfort, style, and weather-appropriate layering.

 

Master flattering silhouettes with our guide on how to wear wide leg trousers, showing you how to style this versatile staple for any occasion. Our guide on how to style khaki trousers unlocks endless outfit possibilities with this timeless neutral, from casual weekends to smart-casual combinations. Discover how to style linen trousers for breezy, effortless warm-weather looks. Learn what to wear with a long skirt to style this elegant piece from casual daytime looks to evening occasions.  For relaxed, bohemian vibes, explore our boho outfit ideas featuring effortless layering and free-spirited style.

 

Discover how to wear dresses with trainers and unlock one of the most versatile styling tricks in your wardrobe. This sophisticated pairing works for everything from weekend brunches to running errands in style. Want to add a statement piece to your rotation? Learn how to style leopard print to make this classic print work for everyday wear and special occasions.

 

Take the guesswork out of getting ready with our date night outfits guide. Whether it's a first date or anniversary dinner, you'll find outfit ideas that strike the perfect balance between effortless and eye-catching.

 

Confused by dress codes? Our guide on what is smart casual for women demystifies one of fashion's trickiest terms with foolproof outfit formulas for work events to weekend lunches. When spring arrives, refresh your nine-to-five wardrobe with our guide on what to wear to work this spring, featuring lighter layers and seasonal styling ideas. As temperatures rise, discover what to wear to work in summer with breathable fabrics and office-appropriate warm-weather outfit ideas.

 

When the temperature drops, our women's winter clothing guide has you covered with layering tips and cosy essentials. Our women's winter workwear guide shows you how to look polished and professional while staying warm. As the weather warms up, explore our guide to spring jackets for women to find the perfect lightweight layers for transitional dressing.

 

The party season is sorted with our New Year's Eve and Christmas party outfits guides, plus coats to wear with party dresses. Don't miss our Christmas jumper style guide proving festive knits can be chic.

 

From seasonal celebrations to everyday confidence, find inspiration that feels authentically you.