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 MoreIt's not about the item, it's about the outfit
Occasionally when I’m with a client, I show them something that I think is incredibly useful – and they say, “I don’t know how I’d wear that.” But here’s the deal. When you see something new (or something you already own), you may unconsciously pigeonhole it. You might be convinced that you can only wear it one way – and you ignore its versatility. So, here are two examples where it’s not about the item, it’s about the outfit. Because if you’re stuck in wearing ‘cute top & jeans’ outfits, this may be exactly what you need.
Read More2 never-fail outfit formulas (that can balance your proportions)
It’s finally that time of year. Spring is coming and you can start wearing regular outfits again. But what if you forgot how? If you’ve been bundled up for the last few months, you might be out of your style groove. So, let’s keep it simple and focus on combining colors to create outfits. Here are 2 never-fail outfit formulas utilizing color (that work for any activity, any occasion and any style vibe). And check out how and why they balance your proportions.
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 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 More2 spring/summer trends that are sitting in your closet
How do you feel about trends? To be honest, I can take them or leave them. But my favorite part about trends is when they’re less about a specific item or color, and more about how you put things together - because you can participate in the trend with clothes you already have. Which is why I wanted to talk about a couple of trends that are happening right now. Here are two outfit ideas that are on trend for this spring and summer, that you can try with what’s already sitting in your closet.
Read More6 date night outfits for cold weather
The holidays are over. And now you’re back to work. And driving the kids to school. And things just aren’t as fun as they were last month. When I’m in the January blahs, I schedule things to do - like a nice date night. Date nights are an occasion that I often work on with clients - and I think that’s because it’s something out of the norm. But it often feels like cold weather date nights are hard to dress for. Because how can you look cute when it’s freezing outside? Here are 6 date night outfits that are perfect for cold weather.
Read MoreTHE LOOK: 3 never-fail cool girl outfits
Do you feel like you forgot how to get dressed? Between working from home (in sweats) and coming off an active summer (in tank tops and shorts), you may have forgotten how to pull yourself together. And create complete outfits that feel stylish and cool. And that now fall weather is on the horizon, you’re not feeling ready at all. But don’t worry, I have a solution - 3 outfit ideas that work for most every body type and just make you feel like a ‘cool girl’. And the best part is that you can wear a version of these outfits right now. And easily adapt the same outfit ideas right into fall.
Read MoreTHE LOOK: A new way to create your outfits
How do you get dressed in the morning? If you’re like most people, you pick out a top. And then a pair of pants. Then you grab your shoes, throw on some jewelry (and check the weather to see if you need a jacket). And even if your individual steps are slightly different, you probably start the same as everyone else – with your clothes. But I have an idea that can totally shake up the way you get dressed. It might inspire you to wear things you often forget about. And you might get more creative with pulling together outfits than you ever have before…
Read MoreTHE LOOK: What to wear when you don't know what to wear
“I know how to dress for the grocery store. I know how to dress for a wedding. I’m at a loss everywhere else.” A client recently said this to me and apparently the feeling is pretty common. What you wore before the pandemic doesn’t make sense anymore - but what you wore for the last two years doesn’t feel right, either. So, what can you wear when you don’t know what to wear? I like to think of it in terms of degrees - shifting your look to dressier (or more casual) occasions step by step. So, here are two outfit concepts with tips on how to make them dressier and more casual, to help you get dressed for any occasion.
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