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workplace wardrobe wellness program

The Workplace Wardrobe Wellness Program helps address the anxiety associated with return-to-work and creates a more business-ready workforce. While, every study and survey indicates that the US will not be returning to pre-COVID in-office numbers any time soon (if ever),  the trend is heading toward more in-office, yet still hybrid, work for telework and remote professionals. Is this you, or your organization? In stark contrast to studies related to returning to the office, mental health awareness has become a major and

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2023/07/03
Footwear

metallic sandals

Metallic sandals should be a closet mainstay for warm weather! It’s summer. It’s warm. It’s all about fun. I am sharing footwear options that are metallic because they create instant *pop* and elevate even the most casual look. Simple, flat sandals (gold) Jewel-encrusted flats (gold, silver, sea green) Gold-tone Birken-esque sandal Rhinestone-encrusted slide (gold, bronze) Fun, block heel sandal (silver) Lace-up, high heel sandal with feathers (silver) Let’s get a look at them below…

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2023/06/19
The Creatives' Closet a style guidebook that show you how to dress better and build your brand and closet
Features & Series

updating my latest book, the creatives’ closet

It’s happening, slowly! I was trying to think of the best way to do it amidst writing a new book – for men – and I couldn’t figure it out until recently. I stumbled upon a new platform – well, new to me LOL – and it was the perfect way to share the updates as they become available instead of holding each piece until everything was ready. So without further ado, here is the first update from my original,

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2023/06/12
Style

are you wearing shorts to work?

Let’s talk about wearing shorts to work! This started to be a hotly-debated topic (no pun intended) before COVID but even more so now because post-COVID, everything, and every industry have gone more casual. Plus, summertime is the season of relaxed workwear. Here is a pre-COVID look at the argument… Here is an enlightening, post-COVID take… Where do you stand? Here’s my thinking: if it wasn’t open for debate pre-COVID then likely, it’s not an option but if you could see

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2023/06/09
Food & Restaurants

can you choose wine based on your style ethos?

I say, “Why not?!” Now, as I understand it, the bigger/bolder the wine, the more a meatier piece of protein is called for but, alas, I didn’t have that so drank it alone! As I was sipping [diligently], it occurred to me that some of the nuances and personality of wine and whether it’s “your” wine, could possibly be related to one’s personal style, so here we go… I am simple and classic to the eye but actually pretty complex

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2023/06/08
Style

guess what wardrobe item you need this summer?

Another must-have for busy professionals is a CRISP WHITE SHIRT. Simple, right? Anyone who knows me or any client who has worked with me knows I am a supporter/proponent/closet whisperer/advocate of the white button-down shirt. I’ve even recently published the updated excerpt, The White Shirt, from my latest book, The Creatives’ Closet! But, I digress…. The white shirt is AWESOME 😎 because it can go from day to date night, work to weekend, home to overseas without missing a beat

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2023/06/07
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jackie kennedy’s wedding dress designer

It was Ann Lowe. And, yes, I’m talking about the Jackie Onassis Kennedy who married JFK in 1953. Now, that that is out of the way, let me share why the once brilliant twinkle in my eye for Jackie Kennedy has been diminished. She did the unthinkable and never gave Ann Lowe her ‘roses’. When a reporter asked Kennedy Onassis who the designer of her handmade artwork was, she responded, “a colored dressmaker.” She had an opportunity to go high even though

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2023/06/05
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summer wardrobe staples

[shared on LinkedIn] The summer wardrobe staples every busy professional should own. The list is not endless. The list is a starting point. The list varies a little by industry. The list requires the application of your #personalstyle. Your SUMMER STAPLES include: 1️⃣ Lightweight, light-colored suit (not necessarily to be worn together) 2️⃣ White bottoms 3️⃣ Bright-colored tops 4️⃣ Smart layer (which we discussed in this post) 5️⃣ SPF (we favor this one because it goes on clear) 6️⃣ White

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2023/06/05
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one warm weather wardrobe must-have

[shared on LinkedIn] Say that three times really fast! This is one wardrobe #musthave every busy professional to own to build a versatile, summer wardrobe for work. On to business, summer is upon us so expect two things if you are heading back to the office: 1️⃣ a longer commute than you had from your bedroom to your “kitchen” office and 2️⃣ a [very] cool office. On the heels of a global pandemic, the lower temps were seen as good

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2023/06/03
Style

the 8 breathable fabrics for hot summer days

Apparently, El Nino will be ‘in the house’ this year! If you’re unfamiliar, here’s a quick refresher: El Niño is the climate pattern that warms up water in the Pacific Ocean every two to seven years. It can simultaneously lead to excessive rainfall and severe drought in different regions, particularly the tropics, AND because climate change exacerbates its effects, it can cause extreme heat. There’s a lot more to that story but, it means you can expect a hotter-than-usual summer

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2023/06/02
Features & Series

do you know DC?

Blueprint for Style was mentioned as a local Washington, DC expert on the Redfin blog! Check out the article we were featured in: Locals Reveal 10 Insider Tips for Moving to Washington, DC | Redfin You can read the full skinny on what to know about DC right here!

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2023/02/01
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webinar: dressing for success in a hybrid world

Recently, in conjunction with the University of Michigan’s Alumni Association (AAUM), I conducted a 50-minute virtual webinar to help anyone who was doing business or working online or digitally. Dressing for Success in-person was hard enough – trying to determine the company culture, understand what Friday casual meant, or make sure your summer casual still looked like business. Well post-pandemic, the equation changed and requirements going forward are different, so your work/business wardrobe needs to change too. We reviewed where Dressing

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2022/08/31
Features & Series

blueprint for style founder story

I’m feeling blessed after seeing this write-up on the entrepreneurial journey and the Founder’s story of Blueprint for Style. It shares the accomplishments and challenges but also provides key insights into considerations when starting a business. Thank you Subkit for allowing me to share! Read the full article here…

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2022/08/12
Travel

travel packing webinar

Planning to travel? Want to travel soon? Already planned some travel? Then you need to join this Travel Packing webinar on August 18th to get packing tips, styling tricks, and insider travel know-how about what airports mean what, not to mention almost $1000 in giveaways! Register NOW! If you wait until after it’s over, you can still watch but it will cost more ADN you won’t be eligible for the giveaways….get on it!

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2022/08/10
Features & Series

disrupt magazine write up

Blueprint for Style just got featured in Disrupt Magazine for being a leader in the Wardrobe Styling industry! The article outlines exactly what differentiates us from other companies and shares how we got started along with where we’re headed!  Thank you to every client that has made it possible for us and we are excited to continue to serve you! If you want to read the full article, here’s the link. Thank you Disrupt Magazine!

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2022/08/08
Clothing Maintenance & Organization

Declutter Your Closet

While you may still be left with a few items you’re unsure about, this 10-step Declutter Your Closet Cheat Sheet will get you 90% there! Get ready for more control with your closet, and more happiness with your looks! Here’s your ticket to closet freedom!

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2022/07/06
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event! advice to put your best foot forward

Excited to join fellow Alumnae, Marci Wilf and Jane Gold, to talk about ways to advance your career & personal brand! This virtual event will be on Tuesday, May 24 starting at 8 pm ET. We’ll be discussing the topics of authenticity, personal brand building, and confidence in-depth, and providing tools to add to your career- building toolkit. SUPER excited for this – and would love for you to join! You can register [here].

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2022/05/23
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your seven summer pieces

Truth? The average American wears one of the same seven pieces in at least 43% of their outfits today…gulp! What are your seven pieces? This summer – dress for the summer you WANT! Schedule a quick complimentary virtual session to see if Blueprint for Style can help you live your best life this summer – and look the part!

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2022/05/20
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my cousin died in the Buffalo shooting…

Yep – my cousin Pearl died in that mass shooting in Buffalo but she would have forgiven the shooter. Thank you to my @KnowYourValue and @MSNBC family for allowing me to share a little about Pearl, so you can love her like we did! Read more here..

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2022/05/19
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metallic accessories for wedding season

2022 promises to be the Year of the Wedding! And given the packed schedules, you’ll want to think about your outfits now to avoid being caught out there! And unless your weddings do not feature the same group of folks and you’re not taking photos, you’ll likely need to think ways to save early. Lucky, you have Blueprint for Style! To make it a little less expensive, you can do the following: Opt for accessories in one metallic color palette

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2022/05/01
Features & Series

Women Thriving in Business podcast

Feeling honored and heard! I had the opportunity to sit down with Nikki Rogers of Women Thriving in Business podcast and we talked about the psychology of style, tips on how to be intentional and ‘showing up’ in your work-from-home life, life-changing books, and more. Catch the episode here and share your feedback too…

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2022/04/29
Features & Series

working moms style guide

Admittedly, we are in a time when we could all use a little help not the least of which are working moms who are living the lives of at least three or four, sometimes even five other people. They must be everything to everyone, and still find time to be enough for themselves! This style guide is meant to provide motivation, style tips and hacks to look sharp and pulled together, and look great … because isn’t that what we

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2022/02/09
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ig live with @urbsuburbstyle

JOIN ME and Paul Gulch of @urbsburbstyle on Instagram …. on Wednesday, February 9th at 6pm PST/9pm EST We’ll be talking style tips, style trends, and style finds that will help you this new “casual” #wfh thing better! Walk away with the deets on Fashionably Casual and how to make it work for you during this phase of the pandemic … We all need a little help – let us answer your questions!! See ya there!!

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2022/02/07
Lifestyle & Tech

start the year by quitting!

I don’t believe in “new year resolutions” because they prevent me from being great…sooner! Seriously! Why wait until the new year to do something that will benefit you when you can do it immediately, and start reaping the reward sooner?! I have taken to using the new year to QUIT, so I wanted to share a few things I’m quitting, and I’d love your comments if there are items you want to add to the list, or perhaps delete! Happy

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2022/01/12
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