Unlock Your Style is the fabulous new book from stylist and blogger, Nikki Parkinson of Styling You.
Nikki is also a dear friend of mine and I posted about attending the Unlock Your Style book launch here. I have read my copy of Unlock Your Style from cover to cover and have immediately made some changes to my wardrobe and beauty cabinet.
Nikki has the ability to break style down into an easy, everyday language that anyone can follow. Her book is a fun and friendly guide for looking good and feeling good, no matter what your size.
Win a copy of Unlock Your Style!
I have two copies of Unlock Your Style to giveaway! To enter, simply leave a comment on this post telling me who is your style icon and why.
I’ll choose two winners on Thursday and post your copy so you can have it by the weekend.
Lisa Kudrow from “Friends” is who I wish I could style like. She knows how, at least in “Friends” to make different look classy. Wish you Nikki would start a web site like Lovly.
I would have to choose Kate Hudson. She, like myself, has curly hair. She, unlike myself Lol, always has an amazingly beautiful hairstyle without frizz or fly aways, which is close to impossible when you have curly hair! Having curly hair can make doing your hair very complicated , yet she has it look beautiful and effortless no matter how she wears it. I wish so much that I had or at least knew how to accomplish such gorgeous hair!
I really like looking through Lauren Conrad’s fashion posts on her website and Instagram, her style is very girly, chic and sophisticated, which I love!
I always admire Alexa Chung’s style as it’s comfortable, elegant and a little off-beat. If only I had her bone structure!
Alexa Chung always looks comfortable, elegant and slightly offbeat. If only I had her bone structure!
I would like to think that my style icon is Audrey Hepburn. She is so timelessly classic and Parisian chic. But let’s be honest, in reality I tend to draw inspiration from 90’s and 00’s indie rock / riot grrrl icons like Shirley Manson, old school Gwen Stefani and old school Courtney Love.
My style icon is Kate Hudson her hair is always effortlessly gorgeous I would love her hair any day!!!
I am inspired by a few fashion loving girlfriends who have a natural flare for style and pairing together pieces and look effortless. I am also inspired by fashion blogger and models.
My style icon is definitely Lauren Conrad. I love her chic style, sophistication, overall look and classiness.
My style icon would be a miz between emma watson and taylor swift. Love their effortless and classic outfits.
I admire a lot about French women’s sense of style. Inès de la Fressange is very classic. My favorite fashion blog is Wardrobe Oxygen which features a real woman with everyday style that is classic but edgy too.
Reese Witherspoon. I have loved her ever since legally blonde…pink being my favorite color. She is always girly.bust classy, and is stunning when she is pulling an elegant look! Always looking like it is effortless though, and natural!
I know there is controversy about whether or not she is a ‘style icon’ but I really love the Duchess of Cambridge (aka Kate Middleton) for her style. She always looks chic but appropriate and she wears wedges so well! Definitely aspire to her polished look.
This book looks awesome, I’ve only just discovered Nikki’s blog through Instagram and I’m really enjoying it!
My style icon has changed over the years as I’ve aged. At the moment I seem to be loving the dresses worn by our own Princess Mary. Always elegant and stylish.
It’s hard to find one these days. I adore Victoria Beckham’s style. Very classic with an edge. I tend more towards classics, although I am loving the boho look.
My problem is that I am 55 on the outside, but not on the inside! I am beginning a weight loss journey so have to work with changing sizes and the fact that I don’t want to dress like my mother did at my age. We are so very different, I still like more casual/boho, with classics for more dressy occasions.
My mom always was very stylish and we inherited that from her, when I was working outside the home, I was always rockin’ the latest styles and often ahead of the trends. However, being a SAHM and working from home…I’m not sure what to wear anymore so I fall back on jeans and tshirts, or a couple of skirts…HELP!
However, I have naturally curly hair like yours and a great stylist, so at least my hair always looks great!
Emily Deschanel in Bones – great statement jewelry, professional style, but never looked like a frumpy sack of laundry, even in coveralls.
PS: I so need this book – I did not get the fashionista gene.
With four daughter 12-20, Hair Romance is a wonderful resource. We’ve used your e-book styles for everyday and even prom! Our tresses look great, but we would love to win this book to learn how to look fab from head to toe.
My style icon is of course Sarah Jessica Parker! I have loved her for as long as I can remember. It is because of sex in the city that I know sometimes you have to sacrifice comfort for fashion! 🙂
Been in bed recovering from a second breast reduction and breast lift and a tummy tuck. In tons of pain. Hair Romance has kept me distracted and Nikki’s book looks perfect for someone anticipating a brand new body, it can’t be purchased here in US, though. I’ve tried lots of new hair styles but am nervous about my new body. Thank you. Think of me. Appreciate your inspiration. Beth
I adore Nicole Richie. She always is changing up her style and I love it. I do love her boho look the best though 😉
Lucy Liu in Elementary– I love that quintessential New York style, with all its practicality and a little pinch of attitude. I really love the way the stylists manage to make her outfits classy, a little bit sexy and feminine, and there’s no tolerance for running around the city and chasing bad guys in stilettos and pencil skirts!
Nikki is ,she was the first website I found that dealt with real women shape and things that fit her suit me too .She also shows Aussie labels and where to get things online which helps us buying online newbies .
Definitely Kate Bosworth – Bosie = always classic, simple chic but with a slight rock & roll twist. Perfect and how I’d love someone to describe my style! So excited for Nikki & her book launch!
Such a tough question as there have been so many fabulous women over the years who have inspired my look. Currently channelling Olivia Palermo’s vibes, I’d love for some of her elegance to rub off on me.
My style icon is Emma Watson. Though many people have style, Emma has the confidence that exudes far beyond the shoes she wears.
My style icon is a cross between Mindy Kaling and Zooey Deschanel. Mindy exudes such a confidence in her body. And Zooey’s style is so classic and girly without being too sexy or revealing.
I love Ruby Rose, her style is effortless, funky and unique, definitely the kind of style I would love to rock!