Modern, chic mother of the bride and mother of the groom outfits: the colours, prints, jumpsuits and cuts that look elegant, not old-fashioned, from London designer Katya Wildman.

Black tie, cocktail, formal daytime or smart casual? A designer's simple guide to every dress code, with the dresses to wear for each.

A designer's guide to wedding dresses for older brides: white or colour, dresses or jumpsuits, and what to wear for a registry office, elopement or big celebration.

Wedding outfit etiquette explained: who chooses first, how to coordinate with stepmothers, and this season's wedding colours from sage and rust to electric blue and bright pink.

Elegant dresses for christenings, naming days and ruby, golden and silver wedding anniversaries, for guests, grandmothers and the happy couple.

What does a dress size of 14/16 mean, and how do you choose? Dual sizing explained, including why it's ideal if your weight changes.

Prefer to keep your arms covered? The most flattering sleeve lengths and styles for weddings, parties and special occasions.

Hot flushes, a changing shape and fluctuating weight: practical, stylish advice on dressing with confidence through perimenopause and menopause.

The dress shapes, details and fabrics that skim and flatter the tummy, from sarong skirts to clever seaming, explained by a designer.

Sequins, velvet or something you can wear on Christmas Day? Elegant, comfortable party outfits for women over 40, 50 and beyond.

From Royal Ascot's dress code to picnics at Glyndebourne, here's how to dress for the British summer season with elegance and comfort.

Stay warm and look wonderful at a winter wedding. My guide to fabrics, colours, sleeves and coats for wedding guests from November to February.

A milestone birthday deserves a dress that makes you feel wonderful. My guide to choosing an outfit for your 50th, 60th or 70th, from sequins to prints.

Why do some prints flatter and others overwhelm? My secret formula for motif scale and spacing, my love of hand-painted flowers, and why my fabrics are printed in Como, Italy.

Finding an occasion dress after a mastectomy can be stressful. Here's why a well-designed shirt dress, with an adjustable zip or a concealed placket, can be the perfect solution.

What exactly is a ballerina length dress, how is it different from midi or tea length, and why is it so flattering? A designer's guide to my favourite hemline.

Gaping buttons, wrong necklines, dresses that fit your bust but swamp your waist? Here's what actually works for a fuller bust, from a designer who wears a 30H herself.

From sundresses for days ashore to sequins for the Captain's Table and velvet for a Norwegian fjords cruise, here's how to build a cruise wardrobe you'll take on every voyage.

  Katya Wildman is the creative force behind Katya Wildman London. Renowned for her flattering yet comfortable designs and sought after iconic silhouettes. Her journey from TV ...

What happens when you order a made-to-order occasion dress? From your first appointment to collection, here's how my Made for You service works.

What is ponte Roma jersey? What's the difference between jacquard and brocade? A designer's plain-English guide to the fabrics in my collection.

From Schiaparelli and Dior to Alfred Shaheen's 1940s prints and drapes, designer Katya Wildman shares the vintage inspiration behind her dresses, and why balancing the body is s...

What colour should the mother of the bride wear? When should you buy your outfit? Long or short? Designer Katya Wildman answers the questions she is asked most in her showroom.