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 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 MoreTHE TIP: 3 things to know before you shop for new jeans
What’s one of the most challenging things to shop for? Jeans! I think it’s because jeans have become such a workhorse in so many people’s wardrobes. When I’m shopping for jeans with clients, I may bring 20 pairs into the fitting room (to land on a 3-5 great ones). The good thing is that when you invest time in shopping for jeans, that investment pays off. But, in order to shop for jeans successfully, there are a few things you should know. Here are 3 things to know before you shop for your next pair of jeans.
Read MoreTHE TIP: Do this in your closet before summer ends
Do you feel like summer is almost over? Or are you still enjoying the balmy weather? Either way, now is a great time to take stock of your summer wardrobe. And you don’t need to do a full-fledged closet clean out. You can take a half hour and look at two main categories in your closet – the things you’ve been wearing the most and the things you’ve been wearing the least. Because you can learn a lot from both of these categories. Here are key questions to ask yourself as you go through your closet (and a few things you need to do before summer ends).
Read MoreTHE TIP: 5 things you don't know about tailoring your clothes
Tell me the truth: do you get your clothes tailored? If you answered ‘never’, you’re not alone. If you answered ‘sometimes’, you’re on the right path. And if you answered ‘always’, you’re in the minority - but it’s a good minority to be in. Because I’ve got news for you. It’s incredibly common for clothes to not fit 100% correctly off the rack. But when you find a style that totally works and the only issue is something that a quick alteration can cure, it’s worth the time and cost of getting it fixed. So, here are a few things that you may not know about tailoring that can help you spend your time and money wisely on alterations.
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: His summer wedding looks
Memorial Day is merely days away - and what does that mean? Summer weddings! If you've ever been perplexed by the vague descriptions on a wedding invite, worry no more. We'll help you decode the dress code and inspire you to spiff up for their big day.....
Read MoreTHE TIP: Top ten style tips for 2016
Are you finally ready to streamline your style, polish your appearance, and dress the body you have? Then read my top ten style tips for 2016, aka what I say to clients most…..
Read MoreTHE INTERSECTION: White jeans in winter (for him & her)
You know how to wear your white jeans in summer, but what about winter? White jeans are an ideal (and unexpected) counterpoint to the cozy textures and darker colors typical of fall/winter wardrobes, so there's absolutely no reason to put this sartorial staple away for the season.....
Read MoreTHE FIND: The lumbersexual
If you've seen the plaid-loving, work boot-wearing, bearded guys wandering the city lately - you've encountered a 'lumbersexual'. What is a 'lumbersexual', you ask? It's the new breed of men embracing their inner lumberjack, even though the closest they've gotten to the wilderness is a cabin in Tahoe. The good thing is that any guy can embrace his inner manly-man and not look like he's just chopped down a tree.....
Read MoreTHE FIND: The Cashmere Sale
If you like cashmere, and you like great quality at a phenomenal price - then you have to check out The Cashmere Sale. The Cashmere Sale is a pop-up shop that only comes around once a year in Burlingame. I was there last weekend, and I'm loving what they're doing this year!
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: Trail blazer
If you're looking for that one thing to upgrade your style - the best place to start is with a blazer. They're crazy versatile and pull together your look like nothing else can.....
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: Are you date-ready?
photo courtesy of sweet-tea-southern-dreams
photo courtesy of sweet-tea-southern-dreams
If you're still in the dating scene, you know that it can be an emotionally charged, energy-zapping, fear-inducing process - and that's only setting up the first date! See how we helped Phillip get his closet ready for upcoming dates, and a soon-to-be full social calendar.....
Read More