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If you live in Canada, then you’ll find it relatively easy to shop online since most US shops ship to Canada.  But we couldn’t have a post about Canadian style without infusing a bit of savvy designers from the great land mass.
One designer that I love that is hard to find in the US is [...]

Let’s face it. If you live outside of the US, chances are slim you’ll find any online stores that are based in your country.  Even in Canada, their chicest department store Holt-Renfrew doesn’t have an online store. So, what’s a fashionable gal to do? Cross her fingers that an online retailer ships to her?
If [...]

This week we’re touring the English speaking countries around the world to help our global readers find something cute in their locale — or at least online places that ship internationally. First stop, Australia.
Spring is just around the corner and short skirts and dresses abound. Unfortunately, if you’re over 30 you really want to be [...]

Do you gravitate to your most comfortable pair of sweats and sneakers when it’s time to run your errands and do what’s necessary on the weekend to keep it all running smoothly at the homestead?
Having just spent the last week unpacking boxes and making my new townhouse in Alexandria a home, I was tempted to [...]

When I think of going out, I think of Manhattan.  As fall approaches and the nights get cooler, there’s no place I’d rather be than meeting friends for cocktails and eating outside at one of my favorite restaurants.  I created this outfit with New York in mind and therefore included a change of shoes [...]

Fall on the east coast is such a relief after a hot and humid August. I think getting dressed is much more fun when you can layer and add a few things to make your outfit interesting.  What’s better than an ensemble of jeans, boots and a vest or leather jacket? This [...]

Reader Question:
I currently live in NY, but am interviewing for several Silicon Valley mid-level roles (manager/director positions.) What is an appropriate interview outfit for the West Coast?
Wardrobe 911 Style Prescription:
It depends on the company but since you said Silicon Valley, I’m going to assume it’s high-tech.  Most high-tech firms have a business casual dress code [...]