“Should I buy this in another color?” I’m sure you’ve asked yourself that before (I definitely hear it from my clients). And it’s so tempting when you find something you like, that fits right, that makes sense for your lifestyle. But, the answer to that question isn’t always “yes”. Because if you buy another color (or two), you may just realize that the first color was the one you liked most. Or it wasn’t a great choice to begin with. So, before you click <add to cart> on a second color, check out my tips on buying multiples. Also known as my ‘multiples pros and cons’.
Read MoreTHE FIND: 3 jackets to wear when you're tired of your denim jacket
You got the denim jacket memo years ago, right? You wear your denim jacket to work, out to dinner and for running errands - you basically wear it all the time. But if you’re getting tired of your denim jacket, here’s how to find an update: focus on its function. Focus on the function your denim jacket serves in your wardrobe. And if you’d like a quick shortcut to finding an update, here are 3 options to a blue denim jacket that are just as versatile (that my clients love!).
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: How to go from style inspiration to outfit reality
Have you ever seen a picture of an outfit you love – but you have no idea how to make it work for you? Or have you been told to gather a bunch of style inspiration – but you’re thinking, “now what?” You’re not alone. The key is not looking at all style inspiration as literal outfits that you would wear. You can take aspects of the inspiration (like the color palette or the shape or the overall vibe) and interpret it in a way that makes sense for you. Take a look at a few outfits that I used for inspiration and the outfits they inspired. And let me know if they inspire you!
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: 5 pants that aren't blue jeans
Pants seemed to be the humorous style topic of the pandemic. Because even though you showed up on Zoom with video-call-ready tops, you probably played with a range of mullet outfits (business casual on the top, sweatpants/leggings/pajamas on the bottom). But now that you’re going out more, you’re wearing ‘real pants’ again. Your pre-pandemic go-to was blue jeans - but blue jeans aren’t feeling as comfortable as you like (or you’re just tired of them). So, here are 5 suggestions for pants that I show my clients when they ask me, “what pants can I wear that aren’t blue jeans?”
Read MoreTHE UPDATE: 5 things to toss from your closet
I’ve been in hundreds of closets. Which means I’ve had hundreds of conversations with clients about what to keep and toss from their closets. The decisions on what to keep are usually pretty easy, but some clients get stuck on letting go. So here’s what I tell them: the unworn items in your closet are not just taking up physical space in your closet. They’re taking up mental and emotional space, which can be overwhelming. So, if you’re ready to take a serious look at your wardrobe, check out 5 things that my clients have a hard time letting go - that you might have a hard time letting go, too.
Read MoreTHE TIP: 5 things you don't know about tailoring your clothes
Tell me the truth: do you get your clothes tailored? If you answered ‘never’, you’re not alone. If you answered ‘sometimes’, you’re on the right path. And if you answered ‘always’, you’re in the minority - but it’s a good minority to be in. Because I’ve got news for you. It’s incredibly common for clothes to not fit 100% correctly off the rack. But when you find a style that totally works and the only issue is something that a quick alteration can cure, it’s worth the time and cost of getting it fixed. So, here are a few things that you may not know about tailoring that can help you spend your time and money wisely on alterations.
Read MoreTHE OBSESSION: The only 5 dressy pieces you need in your closet
Whether you’re ready or not, the holiday season is here. And even if your gatherings are smaller than they’ve been in the past, you’re still probably doing more than you did last year. So, it’s a great time to dress up - but you still want to keep it simple. The good news is that you don’t need an entire dressy wardrobe to get through the holidays - you just need 5 dressy pieces. Check out my list of the 5 dressy pieces that can make you feel supremely stylish and festive all through the holiday season.
Read MoreTHE TIP: How to wear the scarves you're not wearing
Do you have a drawerful of scarves? And you’re barely wearing them? You’re not alone. It feels like scarves used to be the go-to accessory to add interest to simple outfits. And that’s why you may have bought so many. But, if you don’t like a lot of fabric around your neck, then they’re probably sitting in a bin at the top of your closet. So, if you want to wear your scarves (not around your neck), check out 4 ways that I show clients to do it.
Read MoreTHE LOOK: The easiest way to get dressed this fall
Which is your favorite season to dress for? It’s fall for a lot of people, for a ton of reasons. Cozy sweaters, cute booties, great jackets - and amazing fall layers. But fall style doesn’t come easy to everyone. With all those layers, creating an outfit can be tricky - but it doesn’t have to be. Check out my idea for the easiest way to get dressed this fall with outfits that can take you from weekend errands to holiday lunches (and everywhere in between!).
Read MoreTHE TIP: How to stop wearing skinny jeans
Are you team ‘I love my skinny jeans’ or team ‘I’m done with skinny jeans’? Whichever team you’re on, I have news for you. Skinny jeans are not dead (contrary to what you may have heard). But they’re no longer the only fit you can find in stores. Now, there’s slim straight. Straight. Boyfriend. Girlfriend. Bootcut. Flare. Cropped bootcut. Cropped flare. Wide leg. So, if you’re finally ready to stop wearing skinny jeans as your only denim choice, what do you do next? Read my tips.
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 3-WAY: 3 fall transition items (that may surprise you!)
Are you team “I’m so excited for fall”? If you are, you may be thinking about pumpkin spice everything, falling leaves and cozy autumn outfits. And while you can already grab a pumpkin spice latte at Starbucks, it’s a little too early to start wearing chunky sweaters and knee high boots. But don’t worry - because you can start wearing certain fall styles right now. It’s all about how you outfit them. So, check out 3 fall transition items (from the new Girl With Curves Collection) and see how you can wear them now AND into October/November.
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