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Wednesday, August 20, 2014
Sunday, August 17, 2014
One Color Palette, Fewer Clothes--More Style!
Dear Leslie,
Since January, I've lost almost 50 lb. As you can imagine, I pretty much needed an entire new wardrobe. I checked out your site and signed up for a personal profile, and I also ordered the Style Recipes eBook. I love both, but the recipe ebook gave me a really great place to start revamping my wardrobe. After purging my closet of numerous bags of clothes that no longer fit, I printed off the "Essential Basics" checklist to take shopping with me.
I followed the recipe ebook advice and came up with a basic color palette (for me, black, white, tan, gray, turquoise and lime green). So now everything goes with everything and mixing and matching is easy. I'm amazed at how easy getting dressed in the morning has become. I actually look forward to it!
Now that I have the basics covered, I'm looking forward to using the personal profile to add more fun pieces to my wardrobe.
Thanks for helping me get started on a whole new me! Jody S
Link to MSP's "Style Recipes" eBook that will quickly improve your style: Style Recipes: 25 Items, 100 ways to wear them!
Sunday, August 3, 2014
Monday, July 28, 2014
Grab Your Timer! It's A 5 Minute Declutter Mission!
No one wears closet clutter. So why is it in your closet?
Grab your timer! It's a 5 minute declutter mission to remove at least one item not being worn from your closet.
Ready, set...GO!
Grab your timer! It's a 5 minute declutter mission to remove at least one item not being worn from your closet.
Ready, set...GO!
Saturday, July 26, 2014
Saved By My Shoes
Yesterday my husband and I attended "Fan Fest" at Panther Stadium in Charlotte North Carolina.
It was an opportunity for the community to come out and view the football roster for 2014 and enjoy the newly renovated B of A stadium.
We walked around all day long. We walked from our parked car 6 city blocks to the stadium. We walked around the interior of the stadium looking for the pro-store and we took the new escalators up to the "nose bleed" seats, then walked down 3 stories of ramps. What saved my feet from so much walking? It was my shoes. They have a slight heel with padded insoles.
What's the best type of shoe for your feet? According to Elisa Kavanagh, foot doctor for the New York City Rockettes, a heel is best--but make it a low heel. Don't wear high heels or flats 24/7. Both are hard on your feet.
"Flats force all of weight to your heels, which can stress your calves and Achilles tendons, and lead to chronic heel pain and tendinitis. Aim for a 1-2 inch heel (the chunkier the better) for greater weight distribution."
It was an opportunity for the community to come out and view the football roster for 2014 and enjoy the newly renovated B of A stadium.
We walked around all day long. We walked from our parked car 6 city blocks to the stadium. We walked around the interior of the stadium looking for the pro-store and we took the new escalators up to the "nose bleed" seats, then walked down 3 stories of ramps. What saved my feet from so much walking? It was my shoes. They have a slight heel with padded insoles.
What's the best type of shoe for your feet? According to Elisa Kavanagh, foot doctor for the New York City Rockettes, a heel is best--but make it a low heel. Don't wear high heels or flats 24/7. Both are hard on your feet.
"Flats force all of weight to your heels, which can stress your calves and Achilles tendons, and lead to chronic heel pain and tendinitis. Aim for a 1-2 inch heel (the chunkier the better) for greater weight distribution."
The funny thing is, none of my photos really show you my "life saving shoes"! But yes, my shoes saved me! I walked all day and have a fabulous time...bring on football season!
Friday, July 11, 2014
Just Add A Bold Accessory...
Trying to look stylish in summer but worry you might melt instead?
With the summer heat turned on full-blast, we definitely don't want to add layers in order to look stylish. Neck scarves are too much, as are most jackets and sweaters.
One of the best ways to look stylish in hot weather is to keep your outfits simple. Lightweight breathable fabrics, non constrictive pieces and simple accessories.
Start with one bold accessory! The best way to add more style in the summer is with COLOR! Choose a bold and bright piece or accessory...then create a simple outfit to wear with it. Let your one bold or bright piece be the starter piece to help you create a fabulous summertime outfit!
With the summer heat turned on full-blast, we definitely don't want to add layers in order to look stylish. Neck scarves are too much, as are most jackets and sweaters.
One of the best ways to look stylish in hot weather is to keep your outfits simple. Lightweight breathable fabrics, non constrictive pieces and simple accessories.
Start with one bold accessory! The best way to add more style in the summer is with COLOR! Choose a bold and bright piece or accessory...then create a simple outfit to wear with it. Let your one bold or bright piece be the starter piece to help you create a fabulous summertime outfit!
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Tuesday, June 24, 2014
Enjoy The Process!
Creating your sense of style should be fun, not a daunting task. Don't take yourself too seriously and most importantly, wear only what you love.
We all have items lurking in our closets that we never wear. If an outfit doesn't make you feel good, what's the point? If you hate wearing it, get rid of it (here are MSP's closet decluttering steps). Your clothing should always give you confidence.
Clothing is a reflection of your self-esteem...
We all have items lurking in our closets that we never wear. If an outfit doesn't make you feel good, what's the point? If you hate wearing it, get rid of it (here are MSP's closet decluttering steps). Your clothing should always give you confidence.
Clothing is a reflection of your self-esteem...
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4 Steps to Chic
1. Start with a feminine top 2. Pair with classy slacks 3. Ground with bold shoes 4. Finish with statement earrings ...
