Fashion

Attention fashion aficionados and style novices alike. We all know the power of a perfect little black dress, but there’s another wardrobe workhorse on the scene. The little white dress (LWD)  is not messing around when it comes to versatility. It’s a blank canvas with a crisp, clean twist that brightens any ensemble with ease. Need a summertime staple that does it all? From deciding what to wear to elegant engagement parties to low-key backyard cookouts, an LWD has your back. While a little white dress is a warm-weather wonder, don’t discount it in the cooler months. It’s time to kick to the curb the antiquated “no white after Labor Day” rule. Safe to say, it’s a year-round MVP, and we’re here to prove it. 

Heading back to nature? You’re not alone. In fact, now is the perfect time to hit the trails. According to studies, hiking in the U.S. has never need more popular. So, don’t ignore the call of the wild. Let your explorer’s spirit take the wheel. If you’re not sure what to wear hiking, ladies, don’t sweat it. For those new to hiking or needing a refresher on the basics, you’ve come to the right place. Keep reading for the ultimate packing list for your next hiking adventure that’ll have you trekking like a pro. But first, let’s talk about what hiking style actually looks like.

Whether you’re looking to break out of your go-to solids, or ready to try something new with your freshest florals, we’ve got you covered.

Understanding the color wheel is an important piece in your closet puzzle. We’ve heard it before, “Are you warm or cool?” Translation: Which colors work best with your skin tone, hair & eye color. Sounds overwhelming, right? So we made it easy with our skim-friendly cheat sheet to find the colors that look best on you.

When paired with the right clothing, you’ve probably realized that some pieces of jewelry can really level up an outfit. You may have a pair of go-to earrings for your favorite LBD, or a necklace you always wear to work.

But, are there any unwritten rules to what jewelry pairs best with what outfits? 

Not officially, but there is an art to pairing jewelry with your clothing.

Yes or No ?

Today, a growing number of people follows trend when it comes to wearing the dress. However, this essay suggests that this is a positive development because it speaks about the person, impresses at first sight, and fosters self-esteem.

Spring is upon us, Easter is coming soon, and baseball season is about to begin here in the U.S.  It is the time of year many people wear all sorts of hats until winter hats are again needed. Actually, this topic has been on my mind for months, waiting for just the right month to do it, and here it is!

When I recently advised a client to study a few fashion magazines to glean some ideas for the upcoming season, she flatly refused.

"I HATE those things!" she told me vehemently. "Skinny girls, expensive clothes - what does that have to do with my life? Nothing!"

Now since this isn't the first time I've heard this argument, I realized that she was missing the point of the exercise - much like the women who tell me that VOGUE or W are "their bibles." In this corner, we have someone who's way too caught up in her own reality; in the other, we have someone who's much too caught up in someone else's. Let's all move a bit more to the center and learn how to read these things properly, shall we? We'll all dress a lot better for it.

Let's start with a little dissection first, then move on to the "how to" part of the lesson.

Who doesn’t love treating themselves to a new outfit now and then? It’s great to be able to try new styles and show off your personality!

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