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The Heart and Soul Behind ‘The Savvy Ladylike’

Welcome to The Savvy Ladylike

A space where elegance isn’t just a style ➖ it’s a way of life, and your go-to companion in your journey to discover your high-value woman era and unlock the sophisticated essence needed to elevate your life.

Imagine the quintessential ‘Savvy Lady’: a woman who navigates life with grace, elegance, and a touch of je ne sais quoi, who is refined in her every gesture, style, and interaction. Beyond her poised demeanour lies a wealth of savviness and wisdom to effortlessly achieve success and fulfilment in life.

This is the essence of a high-value woman that I’ve spent my whole life unlocking, through a journey of self-discovery, refinement, and elevating every aspect of my life.

Hi! My name is Janey

I’m Janey, with 20+ years experience in Financial Services designing and transforming processes to unlock hidden value and improve people’s lives as well as coaching others to do the same.

Beyond my corporate role, I apply these design principles to help women like you transform and elevate their lives.

The Savvy Ladylike was born from my desire to guide you through your elegant transformation journey, just as I’ve experienced myself. I know firsthand how embracing elegance can profoundly transform a woman’s confidence, career, and overall experiences in life, and I want the same for you.

This blog is where you will find the same secrets, tools, and insights that reshaped my world.

You, too, can become the architect of your life!

What ‘The Savvy Ladylike’ Offers

Our core mission is to help you find the Savvy Lady within you and unlock your elegant woman era through a process of discovering, refining, and elevating every aspect of your life.

This blog will give you the roadmap for your elegance transformation – all with the unique flair of ‘The Savvy Ladylike’.

It is organised into four categories:

  • Savvy Mindsets: Cultivating a mindset anchored in success and fulfilment.
  • Ladylike Secrets: Delving into the art of elegance, grace, etiquette, and fostering meaningful social connections.
  • Ladylike Wardrobe: Offering timeless fashion guidance that resonates with your inherent elegance.
  • Elevated Experience: Guiding you through enriching activities, travel, and lifestyle choices that epitomize an extraordinary life.

Each category is designed to guide you through various facets of a savvy, sophisticated lifestyle.

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A question that changed everything…

My journey here wasn’t straightforward. From a confident, spirited child to feeling lost in a new country. I’ve spent my whole life searching and rediscovering my inner spark, and I hope my story will inspire you to find go find yours.

Have you ever felt like an ‘extra’ in your own life’s movie? Like you were there, but somehow invisible, overlooked in the grand narrative of your own story? That was me, not so long ago.

I remember vividly how it felt to enter a room and feel unseen, to speak and feel unheard. This lingering sense of being just a background character in my own life was my awakening.

How did I get here?

The value of taking time out to relax in astonishing Seychelles

The Lost Spark of 5-Year-Old Janey

My quest began from a deep yearning to reconnect with the Janey I once knew – a high-spirited, and confident child who radiated the ‘je ne sais quoi’ factor – the subtle, magnetic quality that makes someone stand out.

I was fearless, intuitive, and had a knack for getting what I wanted through my understanding of etiquette, poise, and confidence. This younger version of Janey knew how to play the game and shine. I was the favourite amongst my classmates, adults, and teachers alike.

Yes, my mother taught me well! At five years old, she armed me with all the do’s and don’ts of a Lady, a practice deeply rooted in Chinese aristocratic and upper class families, despite our humble beginning.

The Shift When We Moved to Australia

However, life took a turn when my family moved to Australia when I was eight years old. Suddenly, I was plunged into an environment where everything felt foreign.

The etiquettes and ‘ladylike rules’ my mother taught me, didn’t align with Western norms. The skills and behaviors that once made me stand out now made me the subject of laughter, teasing, and ignorance. It was a harsh, confusing transition.

Becoming an Observer in My Own Life

As I struggled to fit in, the vibrant, outspoken Janey retreated into a shell. The girl who once knew how to navigate her world confidently became a silent observer in her new world.

This version of me was far from happy. The radiant child I once was felt lost, and I yearned to find her again.

My Journey to Rediscover Janey

This quest for visibility led me on a journey of self-discovery and personal refinement. I was determined to rediscover Janey and find the elusive ‘je ne sais quoi’ that once lived within me.

I embarked on a journey of self-education. I studied Western etiquette, and the art of elegance and deportment of the upper class. I learned how to navigate life, both socially and professionally, with new ‘rules’ and skills that aligned with my new environment, in Australia and in the United Kingdom.

This journey wasn’t just about learning; it was about transformation, empowerment and thriving whilst remaining true to myself.

The Birth of ‘The Modern Ladylike’

Through my own transformation, I realized the immense power and importance of these skills in modern society.

Therefore ‘The Modern Ladylike’ was born from my desire to share these learnings, experiences, and growth with all the ladies who are searching for her 5-year-old Janey.

I want her to be the star of her own movie!

From ‘Modern’ to ‘Savvy’

The Modern Ladylike has been the tapestry of resources to help like-minded women to discover, refine and elevate her life, fostering an elegant community that celebrates self-discovery and personal growth.

However, it’s not enough just knowing how to act like a Lady. We also need to be savvy!

Being ‘savvy’ implies that we are well-informed and possess practical shrewdness and wisdom to navigate the complexities of different facets of our lives. 

The evolution to The Savvy Ladylike creates a more harmonious alignment with our ever-evolving identity. It’s a transformation that resonates with the essence of our ethos.

What ‘The Savvy Ladylike’ Offers

In this new chapter, our core mission endures to inspire you to discover, refine, and elevate yourself.

This blog continues to be your go-to resource for your elegance transformation – all with the unique flair of ‘The Savvy Ladylike’, organised into four categories:

  • Savvy Mindsets: Cultivating a mindset anchored in success and fulfillment.
  • Ladylike Secrets: Delving into the art of elegance, grace, etiquette, and fostering meaningful social connections.
  • Ladylike Wardrobe: Offering timeless fashion guidance that resonates with your inherent elegance.
  • Elevated Experience: Guiding you through enriching activities, travel, and lifestyle choices that epitomize an extraordinary life.

Each category is designed to guide you through various facets of a savvy, sophisticated lifestyle.

How Personal Refinement Changed My Life and It Can Also Change Yours

Personal refinement became my passion because it transformed me from the inside out. It’s not just about manners or fashion; it’s about cultivating an inner elegance, a confidence that radiates.

I learned that the secret to being noticed, and being heard, isn’t just about being loud or flashy – it’s about honing your unique essence, your personal brand of sophistication and savvy.

Janey standing in front of Earth from Gaia exhibition

Today, I live in London with my husband and jetsetting around the world in our spare time

I enjoy a fulfilling career in financial services where I redesign processes to unlock value for the business. My husband and I often travel between London and Melbourne, and everywhere in between.

A savvy lady elegantly drinking coffee in a bautiful Italian balcony, living her extraordinary life, inspiring you to do the same by following the guides in the Savvy Ladylike blog

Apart from my daily dose of coffee, I love enriching our lives from our slow travel adventure and immersing ourselves in the cultures of the world, indulging in fine dining experiences, and enjoying the finer things in life.

This is my extraordinary life. Are you ready to live yours?

Twirling in this spectacular dress on the famous Positano beach lined with sunbeds and beach umbrellas.
Gentleman and savvy lady showcasing their extraordinary life with Positano coast in the back drop
Savvy Lady immersing in lux travel, admiring the Positano, Italy coastline
St Pauls Cathedral in London with cherry blossoms and red bus

Join the Elegant Community

Subscribe to ‘The Savvy Ladylike’ to stay updated on our latest insights and discussions. Together, let’s explore the depths of savvy and sophistication, and start making your extraordinary life a reality, today!

Here’s to our journey together, to being the stars of our lives.

Graciously yours,

Janey, Creator of The Savvy Ladylike

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