For now, this is the last in our series of new – FREE! – style downloads. This one is for any woman who knows that her smile (and skin) are just as important, if not more, than her outfit. These are my seven beauty must-haves that in regular rotation – and most are even #travel-friendly! Spend a little now to save your skin later!! Enjoy – and download HERE!
We’ve got more for you well for the fellas. We’ve already given the ladies the 9 Websites to Bookmark for Bad *ss Duds! so we had to have something for the guys…. We compiled 7 Websites to Put on Speed Dial – guys don’t need a ton of stuff (neither do women either…side eye!) but you want the ability to choose great stuff. These are seven websites that present a spectrum of casual to professional and desk to date night.
We’re keeping the free style advice coming – and the latest download available is for the handbag junkies who don’t necessarily want to blow the bank! We make an effort to update the downloads but snag it now to click and purchase any of these 8 fabulous finds under $100… Download HERE!
About three or four times a year, Blueprint for Style gathers all of the requests we’ve had throughout the year and creates a few new concise, one-page downloads focused on a variety of topics for men and women! They are all made available – for FREE – here! It’s an easy way to get style direction and inspiration from an expert on a topic that interests you. If there’s something you want made into a downloadable, let me know here….and
It’s the last day of our 5-part series on fabric care and today we finish up with ultrasuede and suede. Before the tips, let’s make sure you understand the difference between the two: ultrasuede is a trademarked brand of micro-suede which is really a type of microfiber created from 100% polyester; and suede is leather only a specific finish of leather! Here’s how to care for this stuff: Machine-wash ultrasuede/micro-suede/microfiber on delicate cycle using Woolite Line dry or tumble dry
For day four, the fabric care is focusing on leather…one of the most prevalent fabrics, one of the most luxe, and one of the hardest to care for properly! Here’s how…. Vacuum or dust furniture regularly Use leather conditioner every six months for shine To remove water-based stains, use a cloth dampened with lukewarm water Don’t use soap since the ring will be more noticeable To remove oil-based stains, wipe with dry cloth dampened with distilled water!
Again, you can’t treat your cashmere like it’s cotton (it’s my favorite and equally as versatile as wool)….so for today’s fabric care sesh, we’re talking about cashmere and how to care for it: Spot-cleaning can ruin the texture of cashmere knit, dry clean only! So dry clean cashmere when it’s dirty To remove lint, dust, pet hair, pop it in the dryer on air fluff for 15 minutes For knits, hand wash in Woolite, in cold water and lay flat
Day two of fabric care is about wool. Wool is versatile and contrary to popular notions, it’s the ideal fabric to go year-round! Here’s how to care for it: Dry clean wool blankets and quilts….and any clothing composed of wool To remove dust, pet hair, etc, put them them in the dryer with no heat for 15 minutes Vacuum furniture regularly (don’t use a bristle brush!) Look for upholstery cleaner to clean you furniture and eco-friendly cleaner for your clothing
You cannot treat your cashmere like your cotton t-shirt! Over the next five days, we’ll share the best methods for caring for the most common fabrics. Today we’re talking silk…. Hand wash silk knits with mild detergent and lay flat to dry Put dried item into dryer on air fluff for to minutes to restore Dry clean all other types of silk! Ask dry cleaner to use shorter delicate cycle when cleaning silk!!!
It won’t be long before I’m headed back to South Africa (fingers crossed it’s sooner than later) but in the meantime, I’m soaking up the culture including the wine. I had a chance to sample the Highberry Sauvignon Blanc wine from new winery owned, in part, by Jabulani Ntshangase (a big shot in South Africa’s wine world). It’s not something I would normally buy at $55 a bottle so the chance to taste the crisp and refreshing white was welcome. I’m
Do you love fashion? Are you as committed to the cause as the fashionista next to you? If so, then I’m sure you’ve seen this six fashion-related movies: The True Cost, Dior and I, Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf, The September Issue, Diana Vreeland: The Eye Has To Travel, and Coco Before Chanel. Each will provide a fashionable lesson or two worth learning…. The True Cost – a movie about the clothes you wear, the people that make them and
Part II: Let’s finish up strong….. Last week, we laid groundwork for getting the space (and our mind) ready to clean up the junk and non-value added “stuff”. Today, you can download the FINAL FIVE steps to declutter your closet to create more space and, frankly, more control in that tiny space that causes so much angst for all of us! After today, it’s on! You’ll have a little more space to breathe and a little more control of
Part I: Let’s start with the easy stuff….. It could be termed “psychological warfare” because cleaning your closet can really take it out of you! Although not the simplest task, Blueprint for Style has created a 10-step surefire process in two parts to “Declutter Your Closet“! The download provides useful style insights along with a step-by-step process to gain control of your closet and get back a little space in the process! You may not realize it immediately but, this is
Whoever said ‘money can’t buy happiness’ obviously didn’t have enough of it and when I say “enough of it”, I’m talking $50 or so. When they came up with the phrase, I’m sure the main issue was ‘trying to keep up with the Joneses’. But if you reevaluate your definition of happiness and can just adjust your money scale, you’ll find that happiness can come on the cheap, relatively speaking! I’ve been going through a ‘blue period’ the last couple
I was sitting at a meeting a couple of weeks ago and one of my fellow JLWers sits down and slaps this gorgeous NOTES journal on the table. I politely waited until after the meeting to inquire (via email) and she responded that she had found it ‘out and about’. I set out to find it, secure it, and then….share the joy! Here’s the skinny: it’s by Eccolo Ltd (a family-owned business based in Brooklyn, NY) 8 x 10 inches
I packed light using my Lo & Sons OG #travel bag and fit ALL of this: Beauty bag with just the essentials: Josie Maran argan oil, Orlane serum super hydratant, Caudalie overnight detox oil, SKii mask, and Davi Napa le grand cru cream [show_shopthepost_widget id=”1344624″] Day 2 outfit: DL1961 skinny cargos, tee, All Saints Itat shrug, and camo scarf Pajamas and undies including my Free People knee-high socks Laptop and tech peripherals Magazines: Harper’s Bazaar and O Longchamp travel
2015 saw lots of “cool” terms and the rise of a number of food trends. The top ones included: “locally sourced” – if it wasn’t local or nearby apparently it was no good…. kale – it was in almost everything you ate…for the earlier part of the year pomegranate – one of the super foods outsourced grocery shopping – we are a nation of conveniences so the idea of ordering food that could be delivered in the right portion size was awesome sauce! Yay Blue
I was determined to keep this holiday season low-key and relaxed, and it was going to start with a leisurely drive to my sister and brother-in-law’s house in Connecticut. I planned to leave in mid-December (one of the benefits of being an entrepreneur!) and stop in New York City to do a touch of shopping and sightseeing. Accomplished! With the help of Toyota by lending me a late model 2016 Camry XSE, I rocked my way to New York City
Those are all lovely words to feast on… And apparently can all be found at Mockingbird Hill, a new Sherry and ham bar. If my girlfriend Sandra were reading this right now, I think she’d be happy! The owners are the same fab folks who own the Columbia Room and the Passenger so that says a lot. Not only are there 50 Sherries to try out but each glass comes with free snacks and your cured ham starts at $5
Maybe you’re already thinking about New Years Eve….(and if you’re like me then you’re keeping it low-key) or just need something cute for your co-workers or girlfriends. Your answer is one of these three gifts….
Let’s keep the moola in our wallet and just spread the love….these three gifts under $50 are perfect for entertainers and those that want a beautifully curated home….!!
The hits just keep on comin’….a few more great gift ideas under $50! Today it’s all about office organization, wine (yay!!) and jewelry. Organization is always stylish!!
I’m going to confess something…. I’ve never really considered a Toyota Camry – until now. I’ll be driving to New York for a brand visit and then going to hang with the family for the holidays…yay! I’m hyped to try this car for a few key features: wireless charging – place your Qi-compatible device on the nonslip surface to charge up wirelessly voice-activated features – advanced voice recognition gives you another way to easily access your navigation system, Bluetooth hands-free phone and Entune®
Christmas should not be about giving gifts but enjoying the season and the reason! With that in mind, my posts are focused heavily on sales, ways to get through the season without losing your shirt and, of course, gifts that don’t cost a lot. Here are three cool gift ideas under $50!
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