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Secret to Layering Without Looking Bulky

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Secret to Layering Without Looking Bulky

You’ve heard it before, “layer, layer, layer,” but how do you layer without looking and feeling like the Michelin man? Steer clear of chunky knits and stick with light layers!  Here are a few ideas and tips to get you started. (Feel free to adjust to your climate and “personal thermostat.”) Layering Casual Weekend Wear  Whether you’re holiday shopping, having a snowball fight with your kids or even going out for a casual bite with friends, you want to be cute and comfy. Start with a tank top or silk or micro-fiber base layer (top and bottom) for all three [..] read more

Comfortable Fall Basics to Mix and Match

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Comfortable Fall Basics to Mix and Match

For my Fall Trend Report I shared a lot  about “fall colors”. You know, they’re the warm colors that just ooze fall coziness! If you’re more of a fan of black, white and grey…you may have felt left out. But never fear, I’m featuring the ever popular neutrals in this post. No matter whether you are a member of “team black and white” or “team fall colors,” there’s no denying the power of having a few basic black pieces in your closet. It doesn’t get much easier to get dressed than with a pair of black pants! Today I thought [..] read more

Make This HUGE Trend Work for You!

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Make This HUGE Trend Work for You!

Luckily, this week has warmed up a bit, but I’ve learned after living most of my life in Colorado…it’s still winter, so it’s way too early to put the winter clothes away! Mornings are cold; mid-day is warm; and evening are cool again (you know…4 seasons in one day,) so we’ll just rely on layering mid-weight basics. As part of my 3 part series of 3 Ways to Freshen Up Your Winter Outfits, the second tip I have for you to get out of the mid-winter wardrobe doldrums is to mix and match prints.  Mixing prints has been a big [..] read more

How to Dress for 4 Seasons in One Day

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How to Dress for 4 Seasons in One Day

I saw the meme below and got inspired to revisit a post from 2010 titled Dressing for Four Seasons in One Day. I grew up in St. Louis where it was fall from September through November. Mother nature wasn’t mixed up like she is here in Colorado. When I moved here in high school, I had to learn all about layering—it took a while! If you live in an area with normal seasons, you’re probably not going to get this post completely. However, if you run hot or cold or simply struggle with layering, you’ll love today’s tips! As a [..] read more

How to wear a tricky spring trend

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How to wear a tricky spring trend

I am really loving the new* trend for spring, wearing a dress or skirt over pants. Before you run away, hear me out. Even if this trend isn’t right for your office, (i.e. law, financial planning, CPA, any conservative environments) it can be a great way to combat our crazy weather, i.e. hot-cold-hot…, for creative fields and casual offices. If it’s not right for you for work, it’s a perfect look for a busy weekend filled with various activities. What’s beautiful about this trend is that you’re able to layer and dress warmly for the morning and when the weather [..] read more