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    The substance of style

    Sep 28, 2021 4 minutes

    One late summer’s afternoon, the celebrity stylist Gemma Sheppard was in a London brasserie when a couple approached her table to deliver a compliment. ‘The man said, “We want to tell you how wonderful it is to see someone wearing such beautiful colours, and what a fantastic dress!” His wife added, “You look lovely,’” recalls Sheppard, who has worked in the fashion industry for 25 years.

    ‘I regularly get stopped by people who say they love my hair and clothes. I wear a lot of colour, so I guess I make an impact! That thumbs up from a stranger or someone you know can have a positive impact on your day and boost your mood. It’s not just recognition of your appearance, it’s about being

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