Melanie Tillett · Accidental Influencer
A little confidence. A lot of honesty. And a reminder that there’s still so much life to live.
Come on in ↗Meet the podcast
Real life. Real conversations.Hello, I’m Mel
People buy people.
I’m a businesswoman, a mum, a grandma and the founder of Tilletts Clothing and co-founder of Quilla & Co with my daughters, Grace and Nancy. Somewhere along the way, sharing clothes became sharing a little more of life.
After years of showing up, chatting to women and building a community, I’ve learnt that connection starts with being yourself. The real you. The one who doesn’t always have it all figured out.
Accidental Influencer is my space for those bigger conversations. Finding your confidence, trying something new and refusing to disappear just because you’re getting older.
“To make sure we’re not forgotten as we age.”
My businesses
Fashion, jewellery and the people behind them — two businesses that are a big part of my life.
Fashion · Founded by Mel
I founded Tilletts Clothing in 2006, with a love of fashion and a belief that what we wear can help us feel more confident.
From the early shop days to our superstore and online community, it’s been a journey of hard work, family and connection. Sharing clothes and chatting with our customers is where my Accidental Influencer story began.
Shop Tilletts Clothing ↗Jewellery · Founded with my daughters
I founded Quilla & Co with my daughters, Grace and Nancy — a jewellery brand with family at its heart.
It’s another part of our story together, bringing our love of style to those finishing touches that make an outfit feel your own. I’m proud to share it with you.
Shop Quilla & Co ↗There’s plenty to talk about
You don’t need to have a perfect life to make more of the one you’ve got.
Finding your voice, wearing what makes you feel good and taking the first step before you feel completely ready.
Honest conversations about change, keeping moving and making room for yourself in a busy life.
The lessons that come from building a business, showing up consistently and having the courage to start something new.
The Accidental Influencer Podcast
Real, honest conversations about confidence, midlife, business, wellbeing, fashion and everything in between.
A space for stories that make you think, help you feel less alone and perhaps give you the nudge to try something different.
EPISODE LINKS COMING SOON
Have a story to share? ↗My brand links & discount codes
Find the brands I share, my shopping links and discount codes, all in one handy place.
Shop my recommendations ↗Speaking & collaborations
I believe the best conversations start with honesty, kindness and a shared understanding of the people we’re talking to.
From growing a family fashion business to finding an unexpected voice online: conversations about resilience, community, confidence and starting something new in midlife.
Thoughtful collaborations with brands that fit my life and my community. Authentic recommendations begin with products and experiences I believe in.
Your next chapter starts with a conversation
A speaking invitation, a collaboration or a story for the podcast — I’d love to hear your idea.
Email hello@accidentalinfluencer.co.uk or find me on social media.