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looking ahead to 2009

The last week of 2008 finds most of us re-visiting the year and trying to gain some semblance of what we learned, what inspired us, and what we hope to change in the new year.  It’s been a tough year for a lot of us and with that, most long for (and welcome!) a change [...]

the personal stylist: part 1 of 2

Whenever my husband and I go to parties we invariably find ourselves cornered (in separate corners, mind you) by various people fascinated with what we do for a living and asking for advice. Not that we can’t provide you with some great tips but it is rather difficult to provide you anything of value over [...]

how to wear: cardigans for the big-busted

You found the the perfect cardigan, only to discover when you try it on, it either pulls at the bustline or it’s way too chunky and makes you feel like the Michelin man. If fashion designers think that the majority of women are B cups, they are sorely mistaken.  The average bra size has grown [...]

3 quick tips for getting your closet ready for fall

There is such a buzz in the air at the stores right now because new Fall merchandise is coming in daily.  It’s a truly exciting time and the fashions couldn’t be lovelier! Before you head out to do some shopping, you need to take stock of your wardrobe so you know what should go on your [...]

when to wear: the wool dress

The wool dress can be a great, seasonless closet staple in a professional woman’s wardrobe.  Many times, I get asked if it’s okay to wear a wool dress in the spring or summer.  Yes you can!  Shocking as it may seem, wool is very breathable since it is a natural fiber and it’s fairly wrinkle-proof.  [...]

what to wear: work appropriate summer shoes

It’s the last day of June — where did half the year go already?  Now that it’s Summer, the ‘what to wear to work’ question becomes even more critical.  In 80 degree weather, what do you wear to stay cool yet work appropriate?  If your dress code doesn’t allow for sandals or open toes, what [...]

how to wear: jackets without matching pants

Happy Monday Afternoon!  uh-em…evening!  It’s always tough to pick just one reader question for the week but this particular question comes up a lot with my clients. I felt it really deserved some attention so here’s our reader question of the week: Reader Question: I recently bought three blazers: light gray, light brown and black. They were [...]

how to wear: white pants

White pants make their comeback around the warm weather months and now’s the perfect time to take them out of your closet. A key piece to have in your spring/summer wardrobe, these pants are wearable for both work and play. From left to right, we show you how to get the most use out of [...]

how to wear: flat sandals

With the warmer months ahead, stores are filled with tons of fabulous flat sandals for the spring and summer seasons. From fun brights and understated neutrals to strappy and flashy metallics, you’re sure to find one that has your style written all over it.  Our pick for the week is this Pollini Studio Gladiator Flat [...]

are you wearing the right bra size?

The beginning of each year is a good time to take stock of your underpinnings drawer and add a few new bras to replace those that are old and tired.  You know the ones - the bras where the hooks are loose and the elastic is loosing it’s strength. Since our bodies change all the time, [...]