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 shoes I recommend to clients every spring
Every once in a while, I meet a client who loves her booties in fall/winter. And loves her sandals in the summer. But she basically has nothing else. So, she’s missing an entire category of shoes – flats! But, here’s the thing – you need shoes that fill the gap between bootie weather and sandal season. For the office, for when closed-toe feels more appropriate - and for when you’re weeks past your last pedicure. So, here are 5 different flat shoes that I always suggest to my clients in the spring.
Read More4 things new clients always need in spring
Here’s what I kind of hate: spring ‘must-have’ lists. Because the underlying message is that you need the exact same things as everyone else in spring (you don’t!). So, instead of a spring ‘must-have’ list, I wanted to share a ‘most of my new clients need this in spring’ list. Because in 10 years as a stylist, I’ve discovered a handful of essentials that the majority of new clients need. They knew they were missing something – but they didn’t know exactly what. So, here are the 4 things my new clients always need in spring.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: 5 simple swaps for a more comfortable office style
Are you going back to the office? Whether you’re in a 9 to 5 grind at corporate HQ or on a hybrid schedule of office/WFH, getting dressed to go back to work might feel like something foreign. After all – you spent the last year in sweatpants and leggings. And you want to be as comfortable as you were working from home, but still feel stylish and appropriate at the office, right? So, check out 5 simple swaps you can make in your wardrobe to feel comfy AND stylish for your return to work.
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 TIP: How to wear booties & jeans
I get asked clothing-related questions all the time – some of them are specific and personal, and others are general ones that I’m consistently asked over and over. So, what do you think is the question I get asked most often at this time of year? “How do I wear jeans with booties?” And this question isn’t about style choices and it isn’t related to creating cute fall/winter outfits with booties – it’s simply about how to wear ankle boots with different kinds of jeans.
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 OBSESSION: Printed shoes (& what to wear with them!)
Every once in a while, I come upon a client who tells me, “I don’t wear prints.” So when I’m working with a client who prefers a predominantly solid wardrobe, I push them a bit out of their comfort zone and suggest printed shoes, which are a stellar way to add style to even the most sedate outfit. See how I helped 2 clients work printed shoes into their wardrobes - they may never go back to solid!
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: The one accessory color you need
If you've been cultivating a versatile, multi-purpose accessory wardrobe, then I'm sure you've got the basics covered - nude shoes to go with any dress, black bags that work for the office and parties, etc. But do you have the most wearable (and yet super exciting) accessory color in your wardrobe yet?
Read MoreTHE CLIENT: the 4 heels you need
My client, Ellen, needed to build her shoe wardrobe from the ground up - but where to begin? We started with her heels, and picked ones with ultimate versatility, that do as much for her body type as they do for her wardrobe.....
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: Party dress - classic vs. sassy
You already picked out your favorite holiday party dress, but now you've received yet another invitation – and there’s no backup dress in sight. How do you wear the same dress twice and make it look different? It's all about the layers and how you accessorize. Go classic, or go sassy - the choice is yours.....
Read MoreTHE 3-WAY: His sleek sneakers
You love your sneakers, right? They're comfortable and easy, and perfect for dressed-down times. Well, there's another breed of sneakers out there - that are just as comfortable and easy, but a little classier and a little more stylish.....
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