Jo Barrett-Lennard

Contributing Writer
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I am a freelance writer based in Western Australia. I am also a qualified Personal Style and Image Consultant, and run my own business "Elegance and Grace".

I believe clothing and personal presentation to be of the most important forms of communication. "Elegance and Grace" has been created to show women across Western Australia how to dress for their body shape, their personality and their lifestyle.

I am a single mother to a 3 year old, and am currently writing a book on single mothering. I also have in the works a book on Style and Image for beginners.

I write on various topics for different publications worldwide, ranging from single parenting, personal finances, microbusiness management, the Law of Attraction, mindset and, of course, clothing and image.

When I am not writing or inspiring women with their wardrobe, I spend my time hanging out with my daughter, baking cupcakes, reading, people watching and shopping.

Latest Articles

What to Wear with Jeans for Smart Casual Look for Women
Starting with a pair of jeans, a smart casual look can easily be created. The look is polished and understatedly sophisticated.
Mar 18, 2011 - Jo Barrett-Lennard
Casual Employment Over Christmas in Australia
Many stores and brands look for casual staff over the Christmas period. High school and university students can make the most of the break by working.
Oct 7, 2010 - Jo Barrett-Lennard
Types of Attire- Business Casual for Women
Business casual is for those needing to be dressed in a casual yet corporate fashion, relaxing a business look without compromising professionalism and image
Jan 24, 2010 - Jo Barrett-Lennard
Types of Attire – Smart Casual Dress for Women
Smart casual dress is about being well groomed and stylish, and looking more put together than a typical casual outfit. It is slightly more undone than business casual.
Dec 14, 2009 - Jo Barrett-Lennard
Compulsive Underearning as an Addiction
Underearning is when one does not have enough money to cover basic needs, and uses unsecured debt like credit cards to "get by," thus repeating the cycle.
Dec 13, 2009 - Jo Barrett-Lennard
Single Parenting and Money
Single parenting brings with it a whole new set of financial issues. It can be a stuggle to make household cash stretch to the end of pay cycle.
Oct 11, 2009 - Jo Barrett-Lennard
Symptoms of a Style Rut
Realising that you have been in a style rut for a number of years can happen quite by accident. You only see one colour in your closet, or an event "shakes our tree".
Jul 12, 2009 - Jo Barrett-Lennard
What to Wear to a Job Interview in the Fashion I
Going for a job interview is tough at the best of times. Presenting yourself to a prospective employer for any perfect job is hair-raising and nerve racking.
Jun 14, 2009 - Jo Barrett-Lennard
The Importance of a Good First Impression
Personal style and a great image is not just a far fetched luxury for the rich and famous. You can look great no matter where you are or what you are doing.
Jun 2, 2009 - Jo Barrett-Lennard
How to Get the Most Out of Your Wardrobe
All woman want to get the most mileage out of their wardrobe. Get the most bang for your buck and have a wardrobe that looks stylish no matter what the occasion.
May 24, 2009 - Jo Barrett-Lennard