Before you were spending so much time at home, you may have thought you had a well-rounded wardrobe. But now that you’re home, you may realize that you’re missing something - tops that are nicer than a basic t-shirt, but not your typical office-appropriate blouse or going out top. You know what I mean, right? You’re suddenly on multiple Zoom calls a day – and a silky blouse feels like too much, but a simple t-shirt feels like too little. So, what item can fill this wardrobe gap?
Read MoreTHE LOOK: Your stay at home style
Have you spent the past week in sweats? Or are you doing the mullet of remote work outfits with a nice top and yoga pants (business on top, couch potato on the bottom)? Either way, if you haven’t been getting dressed, it’s time you started. Getting dressed can make you a little more focused, productive and positive (and I’m all for feeling positive right now!). So, check out a few outfits I’ve created for clients that make them feel good about how they look, even when they’re not leaving the house.
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: 6 steps to sustainable & slow fashion
Sustainable fashion, slow fashion – what does it all mean? Slow fashion is an overall approach to how you buy and wear your clothes, with a specific focus on purchasing better quality, longer lasting clothes. I sometimes like to think of slow fashion as simply slowing down - in how you shop for clothes, how you review what you have and how you care for clothes. Here are 6 simple steps you can use to start practicing slow fashion, so you can begin to minimize the impact your wardrobe has on the environment.
Read MoreTHE TIP: 4 style lessons from The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
You’re watching The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, right? Great story, great acting, great writing. And aren’t you enthralled by the great costumes? They reflect an era when everyone ‘dressed up’ and they also chart the evolution of the main character, Midge Maisel. And even though 50’s era fashion wasn’t as comfortable as a t-shirt and jeans, I think there are a lot of style lessons we can learn from Midge that are still relevant today. Here are a few of my favorites.
Read MoreTHE TIP: Why you feel like you have nothing to wear (& how to fix it)
“I have nothing to wear.” If you’ve said it yourself, you’re not alone. But the truth is, if you’re standing in front of a closet full of clothes, you do have something to wear, it might just not be the right thing. What’s filling your closet might not fit right now – and by that, I mean a few things. Check out a few of the most common reasons why you may feel like you have nothing to wear, along with suggestions on what you can do to get rid of that feeling, once and for all.
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 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 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 OBSESSION: The fall layer you didn't know you needed
How are you enjoying fall so far? If you live in the SF Bay Area (like me), you may be thinking, “Fall? When will fall actually arrive?” But even though our daytime temperatures may seem spring-like, early mornings and late evenings definitely feel like fall is here. Which poses a sartorial dilemma – what do you wear when a full-fledged coat feels like too much, but a simple cardigan doesn’t feel like enough?
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 OBSESSION: A guide to self-care with your wardrobe
Self-care – we all need some, right? But have you ever considered self-care with your wardrobe? Do you shop to find new things, but you’re not sure what to do with them? Do you want to organize your closet, but it never actually gets on the to-do list? In order to make mornings easier and support you loving your reflection in the mirror, I’ve compiled a few actionable steps you can take to make getting dressed a more enjoyable experience, and practice a little self-care with your wardrobe.
Read MoreTHE TIP: 3 ways to embrace your femininity at work
Many of my clients are looking for an overall overhaul to their clothes and style, but some come to me specifically for help with their work wardrobe. And one thing I discuss with many of my female clients is embracing their femininity at work. Some work in male dominated offices or industries - so rather than trying to dress like ‘one of the boys’, we work together to embrace a feminine style in a way that makes them stand out and feel powerful, in a completely appropriate and professional way.
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