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High-Low Hems — Who & What They’re For

The high-low trend isn’t brand new this season, but it’s HOTTER than ever before.  High-low hem dresses, tops, vests,… they’re on the racks of every fashion boutique. Should you buy?  That depends.  (Never a simple “yes” or “no” answer, right?)  … Continue reading

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The Better Business Bag

Note: This one’s from the Archives, but since this common question has arisen from a client yet again this week, it bears repeating. What’s your bag say about you? Women’s bags have long been a source of awe; what do … Continue reading

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When a “Bargain” isn’t a Bargain.

The clothes you put on your body each day have potential to make you feel good — even to infuse your day with an extra bit of energy.  Maybe a garment’s psychological color value speaks to you.  Perhaps the fit … Continue reading

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It’s Scary Out There!

Ghosts, and Goblins, and Zombies — Oh, my!  They’re out there lurking in the shadows; waiting for the unsuspecting casual shopper on which to launch their menacing attack.  But they’re not holding out for just any shopper,… it’s the easily-intimidated … Continue reading

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Protecting Your Investment – 6 Quick Tips

Flattering color?  Check.  Figure-complimenting shape?  Check.  Mix-and-match worthiness?  Check.  You’ve made some great wardrobe investments — congratulations!  Now, how will you assure that they last their available lifespan? It’s not just about collecting garments, it’s about converting them into outfits … Continue reading

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Fresh Beginnings (for a Dragon of a Year!)

5 Ways to Perform Your Own Makeover As an image coach, January is commonly a month where I see an increase in requests for makeover services.  There’s something about turning a calendar page to a fresh January that inspires “New … Continue reading

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It’s Party Time!

It’s only just begun,… holiday party season, that is!  The next two weeks hold countless engagements for celebrating and merry-making.  What are you going to wear? There are more than enough stress-inducing to-do’s during the holiday season.  Choosing your party … Continue reading

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Can you,… really? (Edition III)

“Comfort” doesn’t always top the fashion industry’s priority list, very seldom, in fact.  However, this third visit to Glamour.com’s fall 2011 “most wearable” trends (http://glmr.me/qWs5uQ), features a look to make any of us feel like crawling up in front of … Continue reading

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Can you,… really? (Edition II)

Now here’s a trend that’s not for the faint of heart — or the fair of color.  Continuing the review of Glamour.com’s fall 2011 “most wearable” trends (http://glmr.me/Glamour_mustard_yellow), we visit the Mustard Infusion. Yellows come in many forms from the … Continue reading

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Can you,.. really?

With each new fashion season, women’s magazines and retailers inform and promote the current season’s “must have’s.”  While you’ll seldom witness the average woman on the street wearing the same dramatized versions seen on runway models, the modeled looks inspire … Continue reading

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