Is your personal style top of mind, or is it something that has totally fallen by the wayside during quarantine? If you’re like most people, ‘style’ is something you may not have even considered for months. After all, you may be thinking, “why, Paul? I'm at home all the time and I’m wearing comfy clothes. Why should I worry about what's in my closet?" But contrary to what you may think, right now is the best time to get a handle on your style. Read why and how you can hone in on your style preferences during your time at home.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: 3 reasons why you can't let go of things in your closet
Have you cleaned out your closet yet? Between the Marie Kondo craze of 2019 and being at home during shelter-in-place, social media has been closet-crazy for a while. But I guarantee you - everyone that says they’ve done a big closet clean-out still has at least a few things that they don’t wear, but can’t let go. So, if you’re one of the many who has styles that she doesn’t wear (but can’t let go), check out the top 3 reasons why people can’t let go of things in their closet, and what I recommend to do about it.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: 3 style game changers for 2020 (in just minutes a day!)
Are you in a post-holiday hangover? Then you’re probably not in the mood to put much energy into updating your style. But how about a few style game-changers for the new year that don’t require a lot of effort? If you’re looking to revive your look for 2020, there are 3 key things you can do (in just minutes a day) to polish your appearance, spruce up your style and simply enjoy your wardrobe more.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: 4 low commitment ways to try something new
Fall is here. Yeah! All the cozy textures and layers and rich colors and yummy sweaters and it’s finally boot weather. It’s the best season for style, right? And even if you have fun fall clothes sitting in your closet, you may be itching to try something new this season. But trying something new can be a little daunting, especially if it’s not something that you’re comfortable with. Read a few of my ideas on how to try it in degrees, aka 4 low commitment ways to try something new.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: I love it, but how do I wear it?
I spend a lot of time in the closet – clients’ closets, that is. And one of the questions I’m often asked is, “I love it, but how do I wear it?” Whether you got it on vacation, it was a gift or it just caught your eye and you couldn’t resist, we all have things in our closets that we don’t wear much. So, if you have styles that you love, but just don’t know how to wear, read how you can wear the most common “I love it, but how do I wear it?” styles in expected and unexpected ways.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: The 5 worst myths about dressing your body
Do you feel confident in dressing your body? Do you know what works to flaunt your assets and flatter your frame? You may have heard a lot about what you should (and shouldn’t) do to dress your figure, but some of those things just aren’t true. Check out my list of common myths about dressing your body & what you can do instead to feel great in what you’re wearing, everyday.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: 3 mistakes you're making in your closet
I spend a lot of time in closets – and by that, I mean A LOT. Between closet audits and styling sessions, about two-thirds of the time I spend with clients is in their closets. And after having been in 200+ closets, I’ve discovered a few common mistakes that many people make – ones that can damage your clothes, get in the way of your seeing what you have and encourage you to possibly buy more than you need.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: Color myths busted!
As a wardrobe stylist, I meet new people all the time, and among the most common questions I’m asked are ones about color. “What color is best for my skin tone?” “Can I wear this color with that one?” “Which colors will make me look slimmer?” And when I talk to people about color, I hear a lot of general misconceptions - so, I’ve compiled a handful of common color myths (aka the ones my clients ask about most) and the real truths that you need to know.
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 UPDATE: The most wearable fall trends
Fall is here and if you’re like me, you’re eagerly anticipating all the fall fashion - but will you buy into a new trend this season? Remember - a trend isn’t worth buying if you don’t love it and it doesn’t work for you. But luckily, there are trends this season that work for a multitude of body types and lifestyles, that you can find at most budgets. Check out my most wearable picks for what to add to your wardrobe this fall…
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: How to get dressed backwards
You get dressed the same way every day, right? Find a top, pick a pair of pants, figure out which shoes to wear and grab a jacket on the way out the door – that’s status quo for a lot of people. But did you know that you’re probably missing out on wearing some of your favorite things with this outfit formula?
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: Drab to fab with accessories
Many of my clients have the beginnings of a great wardrobe before they contact me. Their closets already contain versatile wardrobe staples, unique pieces that express their personality and generous doses of pattern, texture and color - but what’s often missing is accessories. So if you’re looking to take your outfits from drab to fab, check out these three looks and how I turned up the style volume with accessories.
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