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Your Personal Style

Previously I’ve written about style as it relates to self-expression in what we choose to wear (see Fashion vs. Style), but recently I was inspired to consider the concept of style more broadly. Last week I was browsing one of my favorite boutiques, Objects, and noticed some beautiful statement necklaces and sculpture pieces from artist […]

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Shopping mindset

The Shopping Mindset

Going shopping and spending money to buy clothes is not that difficult. Anyone can do it. To shop effectively, however, one needs what I call the right shopping mindset. The result will be wardrobe items that you love and wear for years because they contribute to stylish looks that make you feel proud. An effective […]

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Closet Lessons

As a stylist and personal shopper I get to assess a lot of women’s closets, and I’ve noticed some common themes about client wardrobes. Based on these insights I have some suggestions you can take to love your closet and what’s in it. Organize your closet by occasion: Most women organize by color, and to […]

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Observations on France

My husband and I are wrapping up a month of seeing, doing and eating our way through France. We’ve explored Paris, Nice, Toulouse and southern Pyrenees villages. The French experience has piqued and delighted my passion for both style and food. I can’t think of a better way to spend time than sitting at an […]

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Brunette floral dress

Fashion v. Style

As a stylist and personal shopper, I hear the terms ‘fashion’ and ‘style’ used interchangeably, but they really shouldn’t be. They have distinct meanings. Fashion is about looks and images that are popular in a specific time and place. Remember when bell bottoms were “in”? Did you go through that camouflage clothing phase? Fashion tells […]

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Boutiques versus Department Stores

You are probably accustomed to shopping for women’s fashion and accessories in department stores. As I see it, there are three tiers of department stores in terms of quality, cost and customer service. Higher end stores include Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus, mid level stores include Macy’s and Dillards, and less expensive alternatives include Kohl’s or […]

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