The present invention relates to a mirror assembly for use by an individual, the mirror assembly comprising: —a base unit (4) having a user fastening (6) for releasably fastening the base unit to a user; and a mirror unit (1) connected to the base unit by an arm member (2,3), the arm member being deployable to move the mirror unit away from the base unit, wherein the arm member is formed of first and second limbs, hingedly coupled together. The present invention further concerns a strap for use with such an assembly.