Most people think hangers are insignificant—certainly nothing to get excited about. Chances are, your closet is filled with a motley collection of them, dominated by the flimsy wire hangers that come from the dry cleaner’s. And if that’s the case, I’m willing to bet that you don’t really like spending time looking through your clothes. […]
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Marla’s Quick White Bean Stew with Spinach and Tomatoes
Thanksgiving is here, which means that you’ll soon be inundated with the holiday’s traditional foods: turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, and more. Yes, Thanksgiving foods are delicious and mouth-watering the first time around, and leftovers on Black Friday can still be enticing. But if you’re anything like me, your taste buds might […]
Accessible Accessories: Four Ways to Organize Your Personal Ornaments
When it comes to wardrobe organization, you may have your clothing under control. But what if everything else—the pieces that round out your outfits—is a different story? I’ve found that many women’s shoes tend to end up in a pile on the floor while their socks, scarves, jewelry, and more are crammed into various drawers. […]
Friendly or Forceful: What’s Your Feedback Style?
Have you ever thought about how well you hand out feedback? For most of us, learning to accept critiques (or constructive criticism) is something we have had to work on at some point. It’s not easy to be on the receiving end of a critique, after all. But have you ever stopped to consider how […]
Seven Fabulous Things That Every Man Should Have in His Closet
Pick up just about any women’s fashion magazine, and you’ll probably find an article on which must-have pieces a stylish female should have in her closet for the upcoming season or year. That’s great for us girls, but what about the guys? It seems to me that guys have men’s magazines that show them “stuff” […]
Five Ways to Look & Feel More Physically Fit Right Now
Most of us hear the words “physically fit” and groan internally. But consider this: Are you ignoring your own physical fitness because the idea of getting started overwhelms you? I’m here to tell you that it doesn’t have to be that way. You don’t have to start out by training for a marathon. In fact, […]
Less Busy, More Boundaries: Respecting Yourself Enough to Say No
In today’s world, having a busy schedule is a given. Whether it’s serving on the board of a charity, working long hours, or just trying to find time to have dinner with friends, it seems that there is no shortage of events to fill up your calendar. The problem is that most of us have […]
Seven (Fabulous!) Staples for Every Woman’s Wardrobe
I hope that you all had a wonderful and relaxing holiday weekend. This week, I chose to touch on a topic that I am commonly asked about. I hope you enjoy! As an image consultant, I am frequently asked about what staple pieces I would suggest investing in when it comes to a woman’s wardrobe. […]
So, How Are You?: Striking the Balance Between “Real” and “Rant”
Think about it: When you run into someone you haven’t seen in a while (whether it’s been a month or a day!) or even when you meet someone new, what do you say? Chances are, you stick with the tried-and-true “Hi, how are you?” (For most of us, it’s sheer reflex.) Usually, the answer to […]