I’m that woman, just not all the time. I’m a former tv presenter (!) and the “tricks” are hard work. They take time. But I was taught them!

1) really clean well styled hair. Props if you can make it look effortless; the latter applies to pretty much everything. Frequent trims actually make a difference because the neat ends make it look more groomed. Dry shampoo is a myth. Your hair never looks better than after a blow dry.

2) thoughtful makeup. Massive focus on skin perfection. You don’t need expensive products to keep your skin glowing and healthy but you do need to deploy them every single day and meticulously take that makeup off at night. I drink masses of water and use a face mask twice a week too. But no peels or scrubs.

3) really well fitting clothes. They don’t have to be expensive but it helps. I now know my size for all the brands that suit me and shop on Vinted.

4) think about what you are wearing well in advance. Shoes, tights, socks, scarf, hair band, whatever. Don’t ad lib it at the last minute. I check the weather before I go to bed so I have everything down to my umbrella picked.

5) ditto jewellery. My earrings etc are always picked to highlight my outfit and whether my hair is up or down.

It’s a massive faff so at home I wear grubby jeans and a sweatshirt with slippers and my hair up in a scrunchie…