The POWER OF ADORNMENT introduces a new series we call the LOOK BOOK STYLE FILE We will take a certain style & look and show you how we interpret it. We will give you style tips to show how we created
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A style uniform is the epitome of chic and effortless personal style. 10 pro tips on how you can create your own signature style uniform.
Some thoughts on developing a signature style, and how developing a fashion uniform can help refine and polish your personal style.
Those of you that have been following me for a while know that I favor a collected look in both my home and my personal style. Let's join Kim from Northern Ca
November 30, 2016 Someone sent me this painting a few days ago, and the first thing that I noticed (after just generally admiring the lovely art) was the touches of teal and cool brown accent: And I have to let you know that this painting set a record last week for the highest auction […]
A style uniform is the epitome of chic and effortless personal style. 10 pro tips on how you can create your own signature style uniform.
The actress has turned her hand to design for Winser London
Oh my… I know this woman, metaphorically speaking. She shops on payday. She buys pretty things. She loves what she buys, but never knows quite what to wear…. And this is what she sees when she opens her closet door: She has a favorite store, which is a great place to buy a pretty accent […]
One of my very favorite bloggers, the beautiful Caramel Cupcake (http://cupcakecaramel.blogspot.com/) has been analyzing her style books, and it prompted me to pull some of mine off of the shelf and look them over again. And first would HAVE to be Working Wardrobe, which came out the same year I graduated from college. (yes, that […]
Do you love Jennifer Aniston's style? We put together a how to dress like Jennifer Aniston wardrobe and learn Jennifer Aniston style secrets.
New BeginningsWe may experience many style evolutions in the course of our lives, which can come from the influence of celebrities, social media, travel & friends. This can make it difficult to identify our own personal style when we’re being pulled in ten different directions. STYLE TYPES Growing up in NY, studying in Italy & living in SH for the past 9 years, I felt that I needed to simplify my life. I’d become uninspired, not because of a lack of options but rather having too many. On a re
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APPLE PODCASTS | SPOTIFY | STITCHER I don’t think she meant it as an insult. Then again, it could be a fairly cutthroat work environment. But her comment got me thinking. And it’s something I still remember to this day. Clearly, it had a profound impact on me at the time. So what did my […]
April 3, 2019 Of course these aren’t an entire wardrobe – I hope that’s clear. But, to me, the idea of a “French 5-Piece Wardrobe” is the 5 pieces that you plan, and carefully choose, and use to update your normal seasonal wardrobe of classic, neutral clothes. Let’s start here – these are about as […]
November 13, 2023 This art is on the VERY short list to be included in next year’s “Six Paintings, 12 Months…” No Black Friday for Me, Thank You! She’s leaving Thursday, after an early afternoon meal with her large, rowdy, noisy, messy family…. She will help clean up the kitchen and dining room. She will […]
A day in the ultra-efficient life of Anna Ross, founder of nail polish brand Kester Black.
If you have an apple shape body type, April from Stunning Style has tips and apple outfit ideas to flatter your figure and help you feel more confident and body positive.
November 12, 2021 Ah, I’m going to need a second to remind you of the origins of The Common Wardrobe, and why I was so taken with the idea… I’m sitting on the sidelines of a big party – about 200 people. These lovely young people (mostly) are my co-workers at an international advertising agency. […]
Here's how I helped my sister, who's a busy mom, upgrade her mom style and create comfortable yet classy home outfits!
I know why this is considered beautiful all over the world…. I feel the same way, hands down! -Gorgeous, attractive, interesting, magnetic, enigmatic, … and so many positive adjective…
February 7, 2024 Her name is Lily… And aptly enough, she’s always really loved green, and beautiful paintings that feature lots of green. So when it came time to really update her spring wardrobe, she had an inspiration: Why NOT really invest in some green things, and wear them often? It’s not an approach that […]
February 11, 2022 I’ve probably mentioned this before (20 times!), but since we’ve all moved into 1 apartment together, my ONLY real issue is that my closet isn’t conveniently placed, nor organized. And I, of course, really don’t have buckets of time to work on it! My plan is to get rid of things that […]
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March 27, 2019 I love van Gogh… These colors are so perfect for spring and summer: She Hasn’t A Clue… Well, that’s strictly not true – she knows that she has to wear clothing to the wedding, and that it won’t be ballgowns, nor jeans. Other than that, the invitation was maddeningly vague… So… she’s […]
The French are always so chic and there's a lot we could learn from them. Here are 7 french outfit formulas you can easily copy!
August 24, 2018 Yes, I’m fascinated with this artist… The Autumn Quarter Will Require Numerous Client Visits… That’s the title of the memo… She took a deep breath, and looked at her computer, where the background was this calm, simple, but gracefully beautiful image: She knew it was coming. Their acquisition by a much larger […]
October 30, 2023 Echo has released a total of 14 scarves so far, so let’s take a look at the remaining 8 that I didn’t visit on Friday… Let’s start with the scarf that I was convinced I didn’t like, until I saw it folded. Sudden it dawned on me – camel and grey – what’s […]
May 13, 2024 It’s not happening yet in Chicago, but I understand that much of the world is already living with hot weather – too soon for me! July is too soon for hot weather, for me. I could live in an Arctic climate, I swear… If you wear a uniform much of the time, […]
March 19, 2016 This looks a little bit clown-like on my screen, but in person it’s much more compelling, with a lot of texture. Almost mysterious, dark, and captivating, with amazing color highlights. Asiatic God – Paul Klee The frame is maroon and grey, and there are tiny accents of teal… the […]
Build a travel capsule wardrobe starting with a bracelet in olive green
I know why this is considered beautiful all over the world…. I feel the same way, hands down! -Gorgeous, attractive, interesting, magnetic, enigmatic, … and so many positive adjective…
August 28, 2015 If you are a fan of floral prints, get yourself to the Ted Baker site… I stopped into his store in Chicago on Saturday, and it was an oasis of beautiful floral fabrics. His items sell out really quickly, so if you see something that really grabs you, it’s worth acting […]
March 30, 2015 To whomever requested this painting as the basis for a wardrobe – a big thank you! From time to time, I hear from women who need only the smallest of work wardrobes, because they work as temps – employees who go into an office for a very brief […]
September 6, 2016 I see this painting frequently, and am always riveted by the impact that two colors can provide: Class Reunion/Homecoming Weekend Earrings – Black; dress – Eleventy; boots – Madden-Girl; cardigan – Lands’ End; scarf – Ralph Lauren; watch – Emporio Armani; nail polish – Dior in “Junon”; tote – Under One Sky […]
February 15, 2021 Let’s wallow in some flowers! This has the potential to take black and white RIGHT into spring – at least in our hearts! What lovely colors: Today’s heroine assures me that her wardrobe is pretty classic black and white, so let’s start with a 12-piece Common Wardrobe that will see her […]
I thought that this would be challenging, but I really enjoy the options provided by including both black and grey with these soft accent colors: cardigan – J. Crew; shirt – Uniqlo; scarf – Ted Baker London; trousers – J. Crew Factory If you like florals, I can’t encourage you enough to look […]
