“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 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 More4 secrets to amazing neutral outfits
Lots of people love color - but you’re not one of them. You love neutrals and that’s totally okay! You can have a fun, stylish and versatile wardrobe totally based in neutrals. But when you’re not depending on color, it’s easy to accidentally end up with outfits that are a little bland. You need to focus on things (other than color) to make your outfits interesting. So, here are 4 principles to creating amazing neutral outfits. And I’ll illustrate them with actual outfits I created for my clients during styling sessions.
Read MoreTHE TIP: 6 secrets to being a stylish mom
The majority of my clients are working moms, so life is a constant push and pull of career and family. And in between that you’re trying to squeeze in a date night and maybe a little self-care. Yes, self-care can be an amazing yoga class, but it can also be time and energy put into your appearance so you feel good when you look in the mirror. If you’re feeling less than stylish & want to get your ‘style mojo’ back, read 6 ways to ramp up your style so that you feel like a stylish mom - whether you have the kids in tow or not.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: Revive your style without buying a thing
Are you bored with your current wardrobe? Do you have stylish and versatile pieces that you always wear the same way? Then it’s time to mix it up! You can completely revive your style without buying a thing by rethinking how you put items together, and being open to new and fresh ways to wear your favorite styles.
Read MoreTHE TIP: 4 secrets to looking pulled-together
What's the most common challenge my clients have? Looking 'pulled-together'. And in five years of being a full-time personal wardrobe stylist, I am still answering that question in the same way, with a handful of strategies to make my clients feel confident, empowered, and completely pulled-together.
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: MY 5 FAVORITE STYLE COMBOS
I'm a stylist - so I work with tons of different color, pattern, and style combinations. I balance what a client likes most with what works best for her lifestlye and bodytype with what makes her feel amazing. But, I do have some favorites styles that I just love to work with!
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: Summer Wardrobe Fatigue
If you're maxed out on maxi-dresses, and your white jeans are far from white - you're experiencing Summer Wardrobe Fatigue. How to beat the heat AND your style stress? Play with prints, challenge your color sense, and work your accessories to the bone.....
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: Mad for Plaid
Are you mad for plaid? Well we are! See how three stylish stylists wear this traditional pattern in modern ways, to show off their unique style personalities.
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: Cat's Meow
In the summer, you wear less layers - a simple sundress, or cami and loose pants are what the weather calls for. But how do you feel stylish when you have on the bare minimum? It's all about the accessories. When the temperature rises, your accessories need to do a bit more of the heavy lifting for your looks.....so how about some leopard print?
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: Level up - his style upgrades
You've got style, right? You're current and up-to-date - but now it's time to raise the bar, to 'level up', so to speak, in your style game. What's the next step? Here's a clue: it's all about colors, prints, and accessories…..
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: Flower girls
Yes, we're still a little obsessed with floral prints. We love the fresh take on florals that are out there for spring, and we also love the women who know how to wear them.....
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