Don’t you hate those lists that tell you what you NEED in your closet? I kind of hate them too. Because the underlying assumption is that you need the same things as everyone else. So, why am I giving you a list of what you need? Because I’ve been in over 300 closets and I’ve created 1000’s of outfits. And I’ve discovered 5 key things (that are often missing from my clients’ closets) that can help make your summer easy, fun and super stylish.
Read MoreTHE TIP: How to get dressed if you've gained weight
Have you gained weight during the pandemic? Me too. So, I wanted to share a few strategies about how you can get dressed if you’ve recently gained weight. But take note - this article is not about how to dress thinner or using clothes to camouflage or figure flattering outfits. I’m sharing the steps you need to take to assess what works (and doesn’t work) in your closet. And how you can still enjoy your clothes and style, even at a different size.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: 4 style rules to break this summer
There are lots of rules out there about style: how to dress your body, how to put things together and what you should wear each season. First of all, I don’t like rules - so I call them guidelines. And second of all - many of these rules were made to be broken. Read 4 style rules that you should break this summer and my tips on what you can do instead.
Read MoreTHE 3-WAY: The one matched set you need this season
I’m not the only one who’s tired of hearing how to dress up your sweats set, right? Yes, a sweatshirt and sweatpants are a useful set for at home - but aren’t you ready to start talking about regular clothes again? The good thing about a matching sweats set is that you have a top and bottom you can wear together or separately. And the great thing is that you can get that versatility from other matched sets, too! Check out 3 outfits I created with 2 different matched sets – and let me know if you’re ready to ditch the sweats yet.
Read MoreTHE TIP: How to rediscover your style after the pandemic
Are you ready to leave your pandemic style behind? Me too. But ‘getting dressed’ again may be a bit challenging. It might feel uncomfortable (literally and figuratively). It will definitely take a while to get used to it. So, here’s what I’m suggesting. Follow (all or some of) my 5 tips so that you can get back into the groove of presenting yourself on purpose. Read how to do it without overwhelm - and in a way that feels completely authentic to where you are now.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: 3 ways to shop your closet
Have you heard anyone say ‘shop your closet’? When most people say ‘shop your closet’, they mean going into your closet and creating outfits from what you already own. And the benefits are pretty amazing - you’ll get more wear out of what you already own, wear your favorites more often and curb your desire to shop. So, the next time you feel like you need something new, instead of heading to the mall to shop, just shop your closet. Here are 3 ways to get started.
Read MoreTHE TIP: 5 quick steps to transition your closet to spring
Has spring sprung where you live? The calendar says that spring started weeks ago – but your weather may not. But at some point soon, you’ll want to trade your winter wools & chunky sweaters & boots for lighter weight fabrics & thin knits & slip on shoes. So, it’s time to get your closet ready. And I’m not suggesting that you do a major overhaul – but what I am suggesting is that you make a few shifts so that it’s easier to get dressed for the season. So, here are 5 quick steps to get your closet ready for warm weather (and why you need to do them).
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: One step to spring style
Are you itching for spring? I think many of us are itching for spring in more ways than one. The weather is a little warmer, the days are a little longer and there’s a light at the end of the tunnel with the pandemic. But can you start feeling spring in your style if the weather isn’t cooperating? Yes! So, whether your weather is ‘spring is already here’ balmy or ‘why isn’t spring here yet’ frigid (or both in one day), read my favorite way to channel the new season so you can start feeling spring right now.
Read MoreTHE TIP: 5 layering secrets (to take you from now into spring!)
Does it feel like winter is dragging? I know – being cooped up inside doesn’t help. And depending on where you live, it might feel like the depths of a cold winter or you may have a glimpse of spring on certain days. But no matter your temperature, the key to staying warm and feeling cool is layers. Layers are often underrated - but they are an ideal way to deal with the weather and expand your wardrobe possibilities. Check out 5 layering secrets I share with clients, that will take you from now and right into early spring.
Read MoreTHE LOOK: Monochromatic outfits I created for clients
What did you think of all the monochromatic outfits at the inauguration? So inspiring, right? I love monochromatic looks as a bold statement for high profile occasions - but they’re also a fun way to play with what’s already in your closet just for work or going out or hanging out on the weekend. Check out a bunch of monochromatic outfits I created for my clients along with some of my best tips on integrating the monochromatic look into what you wear on a daily basis.
Read MoreTHE TIP: 3 steps to organize your closet for a pandemic
No, the pandemic isn’t a new thing - but a lot of us pushed through last year, and I mean PUSHED. And now, it’s time to take a breath. And it’s also time to accept that you’re at home for a while longer. And as part of that, you can set up your closet so that getting dressed and feeling good in what you’re wearing is actually EASIER while you’re at home. Read my 3 steps to organize your closet for the pandemic so that you can shift getting dressed from something stressful into something fun.
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: 5 simple style resolutions for 2021
I know, 2020 wasn’t a stellar style year for anyone. You may have explored the depths of loungewear like never before. Day pajamas may be your new best friend. And you even may have forgotten what it was like to wear real shoes. So, how about looking at 2021 as an opportunity to re-establish priorities with your clothes and your style? If you’re ready to evolve how you’re dealing with what’s in your closet as we start the new year, check out my 5 simple style resolutions for 2021.
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