Lisa Fitzpatrick is one of TV3′s regular stylists, bringing the latest trends to screens on Ireland AM and Xpose. A regular on many a best-dressed list herself, Lisa has developed a well-earned reputation for her work and counts Rosanna Davidson as one of her clients. Having started her career working for a wholesale clothing company, Lisa has traveling the world in search of the most exotic fabrics and styles. We speak to the glamorous mum about her beauty secrets…
What five words best describe your style?
Elegant, comfortable, stylish, affordable, sexy – It all depends on where I am going and who I am with – Sexy for my husband; Stylish for me; Elegant for co-orporate events; Comfortable for school run and lazy days; Affordable always as great value in the highstreet and yet I do splash out sometimes on good bags, shoes and coats.
Best style tip?
It is always better to be slightly under-dressed. I really believe you should not follow trends but wear what makes you feel good wearing and don’t worry what anybody else thinks if you feel good go for it, “all style is personal-that’s what distinguishes it from fashion”- Fran lebowitz.
Favourite item in your wardrobe at the moment?
Love my Biege wool coat from zara great deal in the January sale love it!
What’s in your handbag right now?
I always make the mistake and all my friends give out to me for ruining the look of all my bags as I do bag overload. Are you ready, I have a list – mobile, way too much make-up, 4 x lipglosses, Hermes perfume, hairspray, hairbrush, keys, hand lotion (I have awful dry hands), notebook for all my crazy ideas, 3 x pens borrowed by my daughter, my diary (I am very old fashioned I don’t use my phone diary), tissues, wallet and mints. I change bags often and manage to throw in all the same stuff!
What makeup do you use?
Vichy foundation, Kohl mascara, liner, eye shadows, gloss, lipstick, blusher and Dior liquid eyeliner.
Top beauty pick?
Kohl Champagne Mineral sheer veil, amazing glow for cheeks and body or you can apply before you apply foundation. It gives that Victoria Beckham glow and is available at Brown sugar.
Worst and/or best shopping experience?
My worst: Pregnant was awful, I wore a black wrap dress for 9 months and binned it when Sophie was 3 months. I remember trying to get clothes to fit and just couldn’t as I was very big before I got pregnant.
Best: shopping for my wedding dress. I have never felt or worn a dress like it, I wish I could wear it again but marry the same man.
Best high street store?
No Name
Favourite place to shop?
Lock me up in Brown Thomas for a night I’d love it. Also Fran and Jane, Misamu, Oasis and A-wear
Fashion on the web?
HelpMyStyle.ie and I enjoy watching Expose and E entertainment to see what presenters wear and enjoy contents of both shows.
Worst fashion moment?
Which one! I have learned from some very odd, dodgy Fashion mistakes, too many to mention and still making them but happy to try new looks.
Who epitomises great style?
Audrey Hepburn, Victoria beckham, Alison Doody.
What era of style would you most like see return to fashion?
Mid 1950’s
