You know how I always tell you should plan your outfits at the beginning of every week, or at the very least the night before, and what a game-changer it is? Well, I actually do that. I don’t share any strategies that I don’t use myself, and that haven’t worked for the women in my […]
The Shortcut to Great Style
There are two types of people. Those that love clothes for their own sake, and those that just want to get dressed, but want to do it stylishly and effortlessly and comfortably. This approach is for those people, but there are takeaways here for the clotheshorses and fashion fiends like myself. Here’s the formula, and […]
Holiday Style Over 40
Even though I let them slip several times throughout this video, the words “festive” and “fun” when applied to clothing are really starting to make me cringe. They are almost code words for frumpy. Except when I use them. Seriously, though. If a sweater or a dress or a pair of earrings is described as […]
50 Best Holiday Gifts for Everyone
I know it’s not nice to brag, but shopping is kind of my thing. And yes, it’s an important part of my job as a personal stylist, but I’m not just good at shopping for clothes. I’m good at shopping for everything. Except Home Depot stuff. I am definitely not good at that. Anything else, […]
Stress-Erasing Holiday Makeup With Merit
One of the things that has struck me the most about getting older is how quickly stress shows up on my face. When I was younger, stress may mean an occasional breakout, but for the most part, I still looked rested and refreshed, even when I wasn’t. Now, when I’m stressed, the whole world knows […]
The Boot Report: What’s In, What’s Out
The right pair of shoes can add polish and style to an outfit, or it can bring the whole outfit down. The same can be said for boots, and it seems that many of you have questions. What’s in? What’s out? What’s flattering and what’s frumpy? Like everything in fashion, boots have changed pretty dramatically […]
The Reverse Closet Edit | Do THIS Instead of Purging Your Closet
Overwhelmed by the idea of editing your closet? Chances are, a much more stylish and manageable wardrobe is hiding in your current wardrobe. Here’s how to find it! For most women, having too many clothes is the single biggest roadblock to great style. 1. Take Everything Out Of Your Closet That You LOVE Often we […]
I Try The Frumpy Trends
I must really love you guys. Why else would I intentionally put on unflattering clothes and take pictures in them and put them on YouTube and stuff. I mean, who does that? I do. Because it’s important for me to show you that the way we dress has such an impact on the way we […]
Body Type Series: Hourglass Body Type
I cannot wait for you to meet Judy! I know you’ll love her as much as I do. First of all, you have a lot in common. Like Judy, you’re also beautiful, fun, and trying to look your best every day, regardless of your age and stage. Sure, Judy’s enviable height (5’8″!) and hourglass shape […]
Fall Fashion For Every Budget | Splurge vs Steal
Ah, the magic and the pageantry of fashion. As much as I go on and on about essentials and they are absolutely and unequivocally, well, essential to our real-life wardrobes, I didn’t get into fashion for tee-shirts and black pants. Sorry not sorry. I got into it for the drama. The glamour. The haute couture. […]