From finance to style

As a qualified dietitian Nicky Hambleton-Jones ran her own practice in South Africa, before moving to London in 1996. She wanted to work in London for a few years, before returning to South Africa. Nicky worked in marketing for a financial magazine publisher, followed by a telecommunications marketing job and a career as a financial services management consultant. Each time she was laid off - three times in two years. She decided to follow her passion and set up Tramp2Vamp, a fashion consultancy. Nicky now has her own make-up range. She also writes a regular column for WeightWatchers online and InLondon magazine. In 2003 she became a presenter on 10 Years Younger on Channel 4.