Well hello! My name is Shirley-Ann.
A space for midlife reinvention, style, and soulful becoming.
If you’ve found your way here, something within you is stirring. A quiet urge to come home to yourself. A desire to feel seen, to feel beautiful, to feel purposeful again — not in the way you once were, but in the way you now choose to be.
Welcome. You’re exactly where you belong.
After over a decade in the legal profession, I made a bold and intentional leap — from courtroom advocacy to creative entrepreneurship. Today, I help women in midlife rediscover their identity, reignite their careers, and embrace a stylish, purpose-led life through digital products, curated experiences, and community-led business.
I’m passionate about supporting women who’ve taken career breaks, feel unseen in traditional industries, or simply want more from their second act. With a blend of strategic thinking (thank you, law) and creative insight, I’m building a brand that champions reinvention — in work, fashion, and mindset.
La Femme Atelier was born from the belief that midlife isn’t the end of anything — it’s the atelier, the studio, the sacred space where your next act is being consciously, artfully created. It’s not about “starting over” — it’s about becoming more of who you are, with elegance, intention, and pride.
Here, we explore:
- Personal growth that feels rooted, meaningful, and aligned with who you are today
- Rediscovery of your voice, values, and sense of self after decades of giving to others
- Style and appearance as powerful forms of self-expression, not superficial fixes
- Confidence that is quietly unshakeable, cultivated through awareness and self-trust
- And most importantly: community — because you were never meant to navigate this alone
Whether you’re returning to work, redefining beauty on your terms, curating a wardrobe that reflects the woman you’ve become, or simply craving deeper connection — this space was made for you.
What to expect from the blog:
Each post will be a thoughtful invitation — to reflect, to explore, to elevate. We’ll cover topics like:
- Dressing with confidence in midlife
- Shifting your mindset around ageing and worth
- Curating your personal style
- Rebuilding identity after career breaks, motherhood, or major life shifts
- Cultivating rituals of elegance and ease in everyday life
This isn’t about chasing youth.
It’s about honouring your evolution.
It’s about choosing to rise beautifully, on purpose.
Thank you for being here. You’re not late — you’re right on time.
Let’s begin.
With grace and admiration,
Shirley-Ann
Founder, La Femme Atelier