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 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 secret to casual holiday style
Are fancy party invitations crowding your inbox? Are you having a hard time deciding which dressy holiday soiree to attend? Me either! You may not have any fancy occasions on your calendar this year - but that doesn’t mean you can’t channel a festive holiday style. You’ll just do it in a lower-key way. Check out how you can feel festive, fun and shine over the holidays, via 25 different outfits I created for my clients.
Read More“I only wear that at the holidays”
“I only wear that at the holidays.” How many times do you think I’ve heard this from a client? Definitely more than I’d like. Because it means there are pieces that you only wear a couple of times a year. Which either says something about their versatility - or the ‘style box’ you may be putting them in. So, if you have things that you only wear between Thanksgiving and New Years (without a good reason why) - check out how to wear them at other times of the year. And if you’re shopping, here’s how you can pick holiday styles - so you’ll never say, “I only wear that at the holidays” again.
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: The only 5 dressy pieces you need in your closet
Whether you’re ready or not, the holiday season is here. And even if your gatherings are smaller than they’ve been in the past, you’re still probably doing more than you did last year. So, it’s a great time to dress up - but you still want to keep it simple. The good news is that you don’t need an entire dressy wardrobe to get through the holidays - you just need 5 dressy pieces. Check out my list of the 5 dressy pieces that can make you feel supremely stylish and festive all through the holiday season.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: 5 ways to rethink your favorite holiday styles
The holiday season will look different this year - and so will your wardrobe. But you can still shine over the holidays! You CAN wear your favorite holiday pieces in a more casual way - you just need to rethink them. So, check out how I rethink 5 favorite holiday styles into fun and festive (but more laid-back) outfits that are perfect for socially-distant cocktails, back porch coffee dates or holiday date nights at home.
Read MoreTHE LOOK: 8 no-brainer outfits for the holidays
The holidays are in full swing, and your schedule is packed with festive activities. The neighbor’s annual soirée, your (and your spouse’s) office parties, a cookie exchange, holiday lunch with your girlfriends, and happy hour with your networking group - and then there’s the family fun. And the last thing you have time for is to stress about what to wear. So, check out 8 easy & chic outfit formulas that I’m loving, to get you through the season in true holiday style!
Read MoreTHE 3-WAY: How to dress festive when your holidays are casual
I love the holidays, don’t you? It’s the time of year when the calendar is filled with fun events, soirées to get dressed up for and parties that are so much fancier than your everyday. Or is it? If you’re like many of my clients, you may have one or two dressy events over the coming weeks, but most of your plans are casual. So how can you channel the festive spirit when you don’t have to dress up?
Read MoreTHE TIP: The secret to packing for holiday travel
“The holidays are coming, the holidays are coming.” If that’s been going through your head since September, I’ve got news for you. THE HOLIDAYS ARE HERE. And if you have holiday travel on your agenda, the last thing you need to worry about is what to pack. Luckily, I’ve got a somewhat foolproof method for creating a holiday travel capsule that will keep you super stylish without taking a bag that weighs more than your kids…
Read MoreTHE 3-WAY: Chic & comfy outfits for Thanksgiving
I think that Thanksgiving is the best holiday - don’t you? It’s all about food, family and friends, and it sure beats those other end-of-year holidays, since there’s no pressure about gifts! So, the only thing you need to worry about (besides what and where to eat) is what to wear that’s chic, yet comfortable. Check out my three favorite outfit ideas for Thanksgiving that will make you look totally pulled together, in styles that are also full-belly friendly.
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: The one jacket you need this season
What’s the standout statement piece that takes a t-shirt from drab to fab? What can transition your office look from day to night? What’s the perfect party dress topper? A velvet blazer, that’s what! Do you know how you'll wear one this season???
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: 3 ways to get out of your comfort zone
If you're like me, the holiday season has snuck up on you, too - and with it comes a full social calendar. But instead of grabbing the same things you wear year after year, how about getting out of your comfort zone and trying something new? Here are three ways to get out of your comfort zone this season, in a not-too-uncomfortable way...
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