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 […]
In the same way that chocolate bunnies are cheapest on the Monday after Easter and chocolate pumpkins are cheapest on November 1st, there are good times of year to buy any particular clothing item. Here is a quick rundown of when to shop for what on the best bargains: July and August – Since most […]
There are lots and lots of articles out there about what to wear to an interview. And depending on the job you are interviewing for, this can be very good and applicable advice. However, there is much less advice on how to dress for that first day once you have landed the new job. Obviously, […]
Some of us may have a closet full of shoes and others may only have one pair. Realistically I think the goal should be somewhere in between, depending on your lifestyle. If you go hiking every weekend, then hiking boots would be essential. If you are a runner, then a good pair of sneakers are […]
Sure, there are days when our oldest and most worn-out pair of sweatpants is the ideal outfit for when we have absolutely nothing on the agenda. But sometimes we want to look a little cuter and more pulled together even when we are lounging around binge watching NetFlix. But what are the options besides the […]
While you are in the middle of a new regimen to lose weight, it can be frustrating that your old clothes no longer fit but you are not quite ready to buy an entirely new wardrobe. When you are in between sizes, it can be awkward because things start to fit strangely and sag in […]
Sometimes we’re tempted to get too casual over the weekends, and live in yoga pants and tee shirts as a rebellion against suits and slacks during the week. And if you are just running errands or staying at the house, that wardrobe will work just fine. But what if you have other plans – a […]
With the new year comes the desire to refresh and renew everything, including the clothing in the closet. But how to objectively look at what is already in there and what needs to be added or removed? Oftentimes, the same outfits are worn over and over again without thought to mixing them up. One popular […]
While my family usually gathers in Colorado for holidays together, this year we are venturing to Seattle instead. In my opinion, Colorado is relatively easy to dress for – it is going to be cold so bring lots of warm layers. But Seattle is a little different. It will be chillier than Dallas for sure, […]
With the holiday season right around the corner, there will be plenty of gatherings to fill up the calendar. From friends to family, and even work functions – the season is nearly upon us. Sometimes for these events, the attire can be comfortable and casual, especially with friends. But What About Family Functions? Comfortable is […]