Emily Stott was born in London and started out as an actress appearing in West End theatre, television and film. In between acting jobs Emily worked on the House of Fraser shop floor and then at the head office of Thomas Pink. She also has many years experience as a high end mystery shopper. After reaching the final ten of the Vogue Talent Competition for young writers, Emily went on to write for the Sunday Mirror, Sky News Active, London Lite, Drapers magazine, Take a Break, Time and Leisure and Residents' Journal before deciding to also train as a personal stylist. Always a keen and eagle-eyed shopper, Emily is passionate about the British high street and her first book SHOPPED (September Publishing) is testament to this. She loves nothing better than a rummage through the rails of TK Maxx and H&M and is a big believer in the power of wearing the right colours for your skin tone and the most flattering clothes for your shape. She lives in Battersea with her son. More of Emily's style tips can be found on her blog http://aftercarrie.wordpress.com