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Fall Prep

I don’t even really want to talk about it but such is life….fall officially starts September 22nd so it seems fitting to share with you my four key pieces for fall (ehrrr hmmmm…read: items you’ll see continuously). Don’t get me wrong – I love fall for the foliage, layering opportunities, the cool autumn wind and, of course, football!! The key to these pieces pictured below are (1) ability to transition from warm weather and (2) adaptability across a variety of

2016/08/26

Bottoms

3 Easy Rules for Fall Style

Abide by these three (3) rules and autumn sartorial dominance can be yours! You can (& should) wear cognac-colored shoes thru October. If you’re unsure, opt for a lace-up pair to fain more formality. Don’t go too dark, too fast. Color doesn’t have to get ticked away because the temp dips below 80 degrees. You can even wear white after Labor Day…. Implement a print coup…and add at least one prior to your rotation. Prints = abstract, stripes, animal, check/plaid,

2016/08/22

Features & Series

How To Do A Style Menage a Trois

Have you ever dreamed of a threesome? A print + 2 colors? One wrong move and your ménage à trois can go very wrong… Have a fulfilling menage a trois by following a few simple rules: There can only be one dominant…color! Everything should be in “sync” but not the same. So a floral + 2 hues of pink, or a black & white stripe + 2 hues of black (grey, platinum) Don’t do it everywhere! Focus the print and let

2015/03/13

Dresses & Outfits

If You Wear Black Wear This

I mention it in my book, Without Saying A Word: The Silent Power of Style, but I’m on a personal mission to ensure ladies break up with black! And while I’m serious about my mission, if you’re not ready then try one of these colors to start: navy blue olive cream/white camel grey prints Inspiration can be hard to come by so here are a few easy pieces to get the ball rolling… [show_boutique_widget id=”224836″]

2015/02/21

Furnishings

Prints, Patterns & Stripes

Men are monochromatic, so this is a chance to add a little spice to the mix with prints, patterns and stripes. You don’t have to do all out but, here are a few simple suggestions that can add some pop to an outfit! Items shown {from left to right}: Alexander Olch check pocket ’round’ ~ Sunspel striped jersey boxer-briefs ~ Paul Smith striped socks ~ Hentsch Man ikat printed tie ~ Oliver Spencer graphic tee ~ Sunspel check boxer shorts

2013/02/27

Handbags

Animal Instincts Under $120

Do you love animal prints as much as the next girl? If so, Vogue gathered some great finds ~ all under $120! With these options, you can go ‘whole hog‘ or just dip into the animal kingdom a little bit. Either way, you’ll be channeling your instinctive personal style.

2012/09/10

Style Tips

Become a Print Mix Master PRO

Prints are in and BIG this season, so learn how to master the mix with these helpful tips: if you’re a beginner to the game, opt to keep your prints in the same color palette Mix reverse prints of the same family Change up the materials of your print for added pop (like silk & wool, rayons & jacquard) Master the mix by dropping in a BIG neutral and then add various similarly colored prints Ensure your print mix comes

2012/08/29

Accessories

Red Accessory

One of my accent colors for this season (and last season BTW) is red, but I’ve found it difficult to find fabulous accessories that are reasonably priced and that I would use without a lot of fuss. {Enter stage left} This cool graduating spot print scarf from Oasis ($35) ~ yummy for my summer nautical looks of navy and white, and just awesome because I wear scarves everywhere, all year!

2012/03/15

Morning (Style) Quickie

To create the best effect possible, ensure your prints are in direct proportion to your size. For example, if you are full-figured, opt for prints or stripes that are larger in size to main symmetry!

2011/03/18

6 Things We Want to Share This Week

The fashion accessory for your eyes right now is definitely cat-eye sunglasses. This retro feline eyewear trend is actually very wearable for many face shapes and with so many options in stores now, you need to go cop a pair ASAP! Want to try out the “boy for girl“ look? Check this out: how to borrow from the boys without turning into a man repeller. The 70’s has a seriously strong influence for spring 2011. There’s an optimism in fashion and

2011/03/12

How-to Mix ‘n Match Prints & Patterns

Choose prints that look cohesive together–one’s that don’t look too similar, but still compliment each other. Trying to match prints of similar colors can help achieve this. Know what flatters your body type If you’re petite, go for a smaller print to avoid being consumed by the prints To emphasize curves, try horizontal stripes and bold patterns To minimize curves, try patterns in dark colors, small floral prints or vertical stripes that will elongate your body Mixing textures is a

2011/03/04

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