Each year, my husband, Barry, and I look forward to celebrating our wedding anniversary by taking a trip somewhere far away and exciting. After last year’s cruise to the Mediterranean, we decided to get back on dry land and spend time in two vibrant European cities, Amsterdam and Paris. While Barry and I are both […]
Category: Accessories
How Jewelry Can Enhance Your Look and Shine a Light On the Real You
Most women devote far too little time to accessorizing their outfits. This is especially true when it comes to jewelry. Maybe you find yourself wearing the same standbys over and over. Or perhaps you typically slap on a few random pieces of jewelry before rushing out the door. That’s well and good if you want […]
Packing for London and Morocco
It’s summer—officially vacation season. When I talk to my friends and clients about traveling, many of them mention what they believe is one of the most stressful parts of the whole experience. It’s not traffic jams, or long security lines, or trying to navigate an unfamiliar place. You guessed it: For many of us, the […]
10 Fashion Tips for Men Who Aren’t Into Fashion
By and large, women spend a lot of time studying style trends and determining which looks do and don’t work for them. They read fashion magazines, observe other women, and ask friends for image advice and feedback. Men? Not so much. In general, guys don’t put nearly as much time and energy into figuring out […]
To Buy or Not to Buy: Shopping in Paris
After an hour or so of browsing the racks in a fabulous store, you head to the fitting room with an armload of garments to try on. Some things are a definite, immediate “no.” And when you see others in the mirror, you know you’ll be returning home with them. But then, there are always […]
Packing for Paris—and How I Wore It
Without a doubt, one of the most frustrating aspects of traveling (outside of airport checkpoints, maybe) is packing for the trip. Inevitably, you want to take more clothing, shoes, and accessories than will comfortably fit into your suitcase. Even as an image consultant with plenty of experience in creating a variety of looks using just […]
Virtual Worth: High-Tech Shopping At Its Best
As you may know, I am a consultant for Worth New York, a luxury clothing line based in New York City. While I love helping my clients select pieces they love, I’ve often wished that there was a way for me to work with women for whom it isn’t convenient to come to Worth’s showroom. […]
Ditching, Switching, and Swapping, Oh My!: Seven Tips for Changing Out Your Seasonal Wardrobe
After the long, brutal winter we’ve just endured, the temperatures are finally beginning to rise and the flowers are starting to bloom. And as the seasons change, so should your closet. Of course some pieces like frequently worn jeans and shoes will stay, but your heavy sweaters and boots will need to make way for […]
Life Post-Tangle: How to Create the Closet of Your Dreams
In my last blog post, I discussed the common problem of having a messy closet. While it’s not something most people think consciously about on a day-to-day basis, a tangled closet can negatively impact your self-esteem, your mood, and certainly your appearance. After all, if you can’t find your most flattering pieces amidst disorganized piles […]
The Giant Tangle: How to Solve the Messy Closet Problem Once and for All
Do you dread getting dressed in the morning? If so, maybe a messy closet is the culprit. Shelves are crammed, hangers are tangled, and clothes, shoes, belts, and more are piled on the floor. You’ve got plenty to wear, but nothing inspires you. (Probably because you can’t find your best pieces!) Most days, you throw […]