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Finding Your GenuINe STYLE is a Chance to Give Twice

Posted at 16 Dec 2016 , giving, Uncategorized

While working with clients to create their GenuINe STYLE, sometimes a decent amount of still wearable clothes is removed from their closets. Some said they’d donate it to charity.

In light of this, as part of my personal/wardrobe styling services, I’ve decided to offer clients the option to take care of that task for them. This is one local charity that I like – https://phoenix.dressforsuccess.org

Also, I plan to offer this along with another service – Clothing Swap & Style Parties. Whichever items are not kept after the swap for whatever reasons, I would ask the party host/hostess to select a charity to donate the remaining clothes.

When giving to yourself –  finding  your GenuINe STYLE, you can give to others in the process.

How to De-Stress Your Holidays, and Keep Your Party Look(s) Effortless.

Posted at 09 Nov 2016 , Uncategorized

 

Halloween is over and you’ve that nagging feeling that you may need to go shopping for a new festive party look, and you don’t have the time. Not to worry! Here’s a list of ideas that may already exist in your closet:

Sparkle and Shine – Review your accessories, bags and shoes. Are they metallic, have a cool sheen, and are embellished with jewels or reflective shapes? If so, they may be the inspiration from which you start your party outfit.

LBD (Little Black Dress/Long Black Dress) – Do you have a basic black dress in good condition? If so, you have a good canvas from which to create your party style. Long, or short, it doesn’t matter.

LGD (Little Gray Dress /Long Gray Dress/Legit Gray Pieces– I made these up) – What? You have no LBD? Well, rest easy. Gray is a popular neutral right now. Why? Because it pairs so well with the Pantone fashion colors of 2016. A gray dress, pantsuit, suit, or jumpsuit (see below) offers you a cornucopia of style options.

Jumpsuit – it doesn’t need to be made of silk. This all-in-one piece has a multitude of opportunities for making a statement at any holiday event.

Bold Colors – Do jewel tones, vibrant pastels, or a fun neon catch your eye in your otherwise more somber closet? Such items – whether you think they are casual or dressy, hold promise to create your holiday look.

Draped/Flowing Pieces – Consider pants, skirts and tops that have interesting draping, and or, flowing lines.

 

If you have some of these items, but aren’t sure they suit the event your going to, and or are challenged to create multiple options that reflect your genuine style, contact me. I can help you create effortless holiday style.

Athleisure Wear – What Is It & Why It May Be Here to Stay

Posted at 02 Nov 2016 , Uncategorized

Athleisure wear maintains a foothold in your shopping choices. This goes beyond yoga leggings as pants (this is another blog altogether). Though this was likely what started this trend. It’s clothing that easily transitions from the gym, pool, skate park, etc. to other parts of your life.   It is excellent for you men and women who have an intense dislike for shopping, as your options are doubled in a singular piece of clothing.

My husband recently wore such an item on our vacation to Hawaii. They were swim shorts with a subtle grey metallic sheen. He wore them to see the sights, eat lunch and then to the beach. You really couldn’t tell they were also created for water – related activity. Some other examples of althleisure fashion for men can be found here.

The selection of athleisure wear for women is great. From lightweight bomber-style jackets with wicking action, to sweatshirts with faux-leather paneling, tops with and interesting draping similar to that of a blouse, the options expand far and wide. Lululemon may have pioneered this concept, but you can now find stylish athleisure wear at Old Navy, The Gap (their Athleta brand) and from Satva’s organic line.

Athleisure fashion gives you more wear/value from one piece of clothing, and your laundry pile is smaller, too! If you’re wondering how to make these pieces in your closet go the extra mile for you, drop me a line, I can help you expand upon these multi-tasking pieces in your closet.