There are obviously millions of variations because there are millions of us out there, but there are a handful of basic body shapes that we all fall into. Once we determine what our basic shape is, we can learn to dress to accentuate the positive parts of us! Let’s start with the basics on how […]
It can be difficult to dress during a seasonal transition, not knowing exactly what weather is in store especially as we change from summer into autumn. Here in Texas the weather can swing dramatically during the course of one day. The primary rules to remember are double-duty and layers. Almost all your summer tops and […]
How often do you change your handbag? Daily, weekly, seasonally, when it wears out? We each have our own preferences as to when it’s time for a new one. Part of it depends on what type of handbag you carry. If you tend to carry a classic, you are probably less tempted to change it […]
A night out at the theater usually means dressing up and carrying that tiny black satin clutch that we never get to use any other time. It also usually means the black eyeliner and the red lipstick to round out that fancy outfit. But what about a Saturday afternoon matinee show? Not nearly as fancy […]
It’s hard to believe that with the temperatures still soaring, fall is right around the corner. All the stores in my area are already running back-to-school sales and the tax-free weekend is coming up. While your shopping list may contain colored pencils and spiral notebooks, I’m curious what else it contains… for you! A new […]
Sometimes after a long week, all we want to do is slip into our yoga pants and not get out of them until Monday morning. Perhaps we’ve even been known to cancel plans because of a dress code that involved clothing without a drawstring waist. However, sometimes there are plans that cannot be cancelled. We […]
I’ve noticed that sales for school supplies and clothing are already starting to show up in stores. It seems to sneak up earlier and earlier every year. And even if you are not a student or a teacher, it’s a good opportunity to refresh your own wardrobe. Whether that means wearing your existing clothing pieces […]
Now that we have established what your underlying skin tone is, not only will it make choosing makeup easier, but also clothing! I think for the most part we gravitate towards colors that flatter our skin tone. For example, l’ll never walk up to anything orange in a clothing store. But I will inevitably go […]
Dressing for a professional office in these summer temperatures can be trying at best. Not only is it hot as blazes outside, but sometimes the office can be a rather chilly 65 degrees indoors. How does one dress for such a range but still stay professional? The first point I should make is to Know […]
Karl Lagerfield once said, “I think tattoos are horrible. It’s like living in a Pucci dress full-time.” While one can’t deny the word of Karl Lagerfield as the be all and end all in fashion, it would seem that in this instance, there may be a few voices of protest. Iman, Heidi Klum, and Cara […]
