I’ve been having lots of conversations (with other people & myself) about where style fits in right now. I’m thinking of it this way - that getting dressed & showing up is a form of resistance. As I’ve said to my clients for years - it’s not about the clothes. It’s about how the clothes make you feel. And right now we need to feel strong. So you can get dressed in the morning, love what you’re wearing - and then forget about it. And do what you need to do. So, here’s one way you can show up, step up & love what you’re wearing.
Read MoreHow to sparkle in a sea of fleece
Do you have a lot of dressy holiday events & occasions? Or are your holidays casual & laid-back? If your December schedule is less black tie & more sweaters & jeans – welcome to the club. But even if you’re going to something pretty relaxed, you still want to feel festive - but you don’t want to be too dressed up & feel out of place. So, here’s your holiday style strategy...
Read MoreHow to get out of a style rut
Have you ever been in a style rut? (I think we all have!) But here’s the thing – you might be in a style rut and not even know it. If you’re feeling totally blah about your wardrobe – you may be in a rut. If you keep grabbing the same things over and over – you may be in a rut. If you suddenly realize you’re only wearing 5% of what’s in your closet – you may be in a rut. So, here’s an easy way to get out of your rut (with the same process that I use with my clients).
Read More“I don’t want to show skin”
“I don’t want to show skin.” I hear that often – especially in the summertime. But what I also hear is that you feel like you can’t enjoy summer style without showing skin (but you can!). Because summer style isn’t just about tank tops and shorts and swimsuits. It’s about breezy fabrics and summer-friendly shapes and an overall relaxed ease. So, here are a few methods you can use to stay cool and collected in hot weather without showing skin – and still feel totally stylish.
Read More6 everyday casual outfits (that aren't leggings!)
A few weeks ago, I shared something on Instagram that turned out to be a bit controversial. I stated that “leggings aren’t pants.” I got some positive (and not so positive) responses. The reason I brought this up is because I work with many clients who feel stuck. They put on leggings in the morning - and then 4 o’clock rolls around and they realize they’ve never changed out of them. They can’t think of easy outfits that are casual enough for working from home or running errands. So, check out a bunch of everyday outfits I created for my virtual clients (without a legging in sight), with formulas that you can copy with what’s in your closet.
Read MoreThe outfit strategy you never thought about
What’s your strategy when creating outfits? Wait – you don’t have one? Don’t worry, most people don’t (unless you call finding a top, picking a pair of jeans and grabbing shoes a strategy). There are tons of strategies out there - but I’m talking about one that’s pretty simple. And it creates outfits that are completely interesting and compelling (no matter what your style is). Check out at a bunch of outfits I recently created for my clients. And they all demonstrate this strategy - with outfit ideas that you can totally copy!
Read MoreChange your outfit (without changing your clothes!)
There’s one thing that I talk about often with clients (that most of them aren’t well-versed in). And it’s something that many of my clients would like to play with (but they’re not sure how). It’s accessories. Here’s the thing – accessories are a great way to get more mileage out of your outfits. And even when your size changes, accessories are the pieces you can still depend on. And the most amazing thing about accessories is that they can totally shift your look. Check out six outfits I created, using accessories to change the mood, style or wear occasion of your outfit (without having to change your clothes!).
Read More5 ways to shop your closet
“When you’re bored with your wardrobe, shop your closet.” Sounds easy, right? Nope. Shopping your closet can actually feel harder than shopping. Because you’re trying to think of a new way to wear something (that you’re already used to wearing one way). So, you go into your closet. And you sit there. And you’re not inspired. So, what can you do when you’re bored with your wardrobe (and you don’t want to go shopping)? Here are 5 ways to shop your closet - so you can create something fresh and new (from what you already own!).
Read MoreThe one and done outfit (that you may have forgotten about!)
Are dresses your go-to in the summer? They are for a lot of my clients. Because it’s the epitome of a one-and-done outfit. And it can be just as easy in fall and winter. One of my favorite kinds of dresses in cold weather is a sweater dress - so, I’ve used one to create a whole bunch of style inspiration. Here’s a simple sweater dress, with 10 different ways you can wear it – for the office, for the weekend and for holiday occasions.
Read MoreThe 3 most common alterations I recommend to clients
When I’m in a client’s closet, we figure out what does (and doesn’t) deserve to be in your wardrobe. We decide what fits – what fits your body, your lifestyle and your preferences. We look at your favorite pieces. And we see what needs a little help, often through alterations. Because there might be things that fit okay, that can fit a lot better. And you may think you need to buy something new – but you can actually tweak what you have. So, here are the 3 most common alterations I recommend to my clients.
Read More10 ways to wear a t-shirt & jeans for fall
Some days, getting dressed feels totally easy. And other days, it feels completely hard. You stare at a closet full of clothes and think, “I have nothing to wear.” And then 3 minutes before you head out the door, you throw on whatever you can find. And while you’ve succeeded in leaving the house with clothes on, you don’t feel good in what you’re wearing. But, how can you create new, interesting and fresh feeling outfits - without starting from scratch every morning? If you like a t-shirt and jeans, here are 10 outfits that you can copy, use as inspiration (or just take a peek into your closet to see if you can recreate).
Read More3 instant summer style upgrades (without changing your clothes!)
It’s summer. It’s hot. And your main focus may be keeping cool, while you’re doing everything you have to do. And you can’t even think about wearing anything besides a tank top & shorts. But here’s the deal – you can still feel put together and keep your cool at the same time. Hot weather and intentional style are not mutually exclusive. So, when you’re wearing less clothes, how can you still feel stylish? Here are 3 ways to do it (without even having to change your clothes!).
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