June 25, 2021 The concept of a capsule wardrobe are nothing new. Call it a minimalist approach to working your closet. How minimal you go is really up to you. As blogger, Un-Fancy states, “Capsule wardrobes are awesome because they are all about spending less time on clothes.” And don’t we all want more time while still looking fabulous…
June 23, 2021 Many beauty store aisles and products are dedicated to the care and keeping of your precious eyebrows. It can seem daunting and if you don’t know where to begin, it is completely overwhelming. Don’t fret. We have the tips and tricks for eyebrow shaping–whether you want to play them up or just…
June 11, 2021 As we all know, looking great is not just a matter of putting on a new outfit. Did you know that choosing the right color clothing can make a difference between looking vibrant and glowing – or looking washed out and tried? Your skin tone makes all the difference and wearing the…
February 1, 2021 The way we live today makes it incredibly easy to purchase items in the blink of an eye or the click of a button. We can buy fast, have it delivered quickly, and never think about the mountains of stuff we are accumulating within a week or year. Fast fashion contributes to this problem,…
January 11, 2021 We did it. 2020, the year that will go down in history, is over. I think we all might be feeling a tad bit of pandemic ennui or malaise right about now, am I right? It’s time to embrace 2021 with gusto and start fresh. Refresh yourself with what the experts are dubbing ‘The Year…
January 7, 2021 When a cold wind blows it sometimes chills to the bone. What does that mean for your skin? Sensitive skin or not, winter skin problems are real and there are ways to combat the effects of that dry indoor air and cold outdoor wind that blows this time of year. What are the most common…
December 29, 2020 Nothing feels quite like a new ‘do. A fresh haircut or coloring can make you feel brand new, especially when you can’t just head to get a blowout right now! Depending on where you live getting your hair cut, colored, and styled can be difficult. Limited hours on your stylist schedule, extra…
December 24, 2020 Have you heard of shampoo bars? It’s like a soap bar for your hair. I recently tried them and I am hooked! How did it take me this long to hop on this eco-trend? There are a few reasons these bars are good for your pocketbook, good for the environment, and good…
September 28, 2020 It is no secret that the sweat suit is having a moment. When quarantine hit and everyone was stuck at home, we went with comfort over fashion and donned sweats on a more regular basis. What first felt like lazy days of lounging during lockdown gave way to Zoom meetings with a nice shirt…
September 17, 2020 Are you ready to start thinking about the fall fashion season? What about the next big thing in makeup? I think we could all use a bit of diversion right about now. This season comes fresh with an emphasis placed on one eyes and nails (the parts of us not covered by a face mask)…
September 7, 2020 Nothing makes us feel as confident as when we feel good in our skin. But making sure we also choose a flattering color to wear and the right cosmetic colors help us look our absolute glowing best. Do you know your skin tone and which colors to use to make you look bright…
August 27, 2020 Ready or not the fall is fast approaching. Soon stores—both brick and mortar and online—will offer up styles to feel festive, stylish, and ready for the cool, crisp fall season. There is one fall fashion fact that hasn’t changed despite the fact that we are currently living in the upside-down. The boot…
August 20, 2020 There is no doubt about it, this is the year of athleisure, matching sets, sweats, and the all-important perfect tee. Like everyone else, you are at home and probably still WFH right now. The hot summer months have removed the intense need to find just the right Zoom shirt that was all the rage…
August 5, 2020 It is time to hit the beach! The sun, sand, and surf are calling your name. Let us pack up our sunnies, towels, favorite beach read, and folding chair to settle our toes into the golden sand. Whether you are going local or need to travel to enjoy the ocean …. you need…
July 27, 2020 Years ago a friend was going through a rough patch. When I saw her, I was quite surprised to see she looked ten years older. She had lost her glow, had dark under-eye circles, and her skin had clearly taken the toll of her emotional stress. As her life improved, so did…
June 29, 2020 Summer is officially here! During these warm months mean we expect more time outside. We also expect SPFs, sunless tanner, and even some salt and chlorine if we are lucky. Throw in our latest ‘don’t leave home without it’ accessory … the face mask … and our facial skin is going to need…
June 8, 2020 It is time to really put your money where your mouth is and feel a connection to your community and the world around you. Whether that means buying local, not going the Amazon route all the time, or deciding to educate yourself on black-owned businesses. If you’re looking to support the black…
June 5, 2020 Is the face mask the fashion trend of 2020? It is a contender as people all over the world come to grips with the idea that wearing a face-covering is now a necessity when leaving their homes. Fashion designers, DIYers, and Etsy retailers everywhere are hard at work creating masks that let…
June 1, 2020 I will freely admit that I am not a shoe gal. I am 100% that bag lady. They crowd my closet shelves near my front door, they take up space in my bedroom closet and I even hang them on hangers to create a bit more space. While I love a good clutch and…
May 11, 2020 We are at home. We are getting stir crazy. We need additional science projects for our kiddos. Now is not the time to cut your bangs. I repeat. Now is not the time to cut yourself some bangs. It is time to get creative, use some items you have on hand, and…
May 5, 2020 History repeats itself. That is a fact. Fashion repeats itself too. Just go look through my teenage daughter’s closet. It is chock full of 90s fashion throwbacks like windbreakers, high-waisted jeans, combat boots, and sunflower prints. I wasn’t, and I am still not ready, for my own teen decade to repeat itself quite so…
April 28, 2020 Do you have an old container in your cosmetic arsenal with nail polishes from God knows when? Yeah, I did too. And I cleaned it out recently to replace them with new nail polishes that are known to have fewer chemicals. Let’s face it … during this unprecedented time, we might all…
April 22, 2020 For many of us working from home is the new normal. Navigating how to dress and style yourself for Zoom meetings with clients and colleagues can take some thought. We can’t all come to work looking like we were hitting the home gym hard and call it a day. The last ten plus years…
April 9, 2020 It’s no secret that Royals Kate Middleton and Megan Markle are super influencers when it comes to fashion and trends. Despite their differences, the looks each one creates frequently sell out within moments of either of them appearing before cameras or out in public. Now both women are seeing red—making it clear that this…
April 8, 2020 Spring is here! But your skin still thinks it’s winter. The cold months dry out the skin and the conditions this time of year create fine lines and wrinkles—also known as premature aging. Fight the onset of premature aging with the age-old skincare remedy and pantry staple, known as olive oil. Here’s why…
March 5, 2020 Grey hair is in. Just ask Sharon Osbourne, who debuted her new “natural” grey recently. Jane Fonda also showed off her new silver hair at the Oscars. Both of them are getting rave reviews of their new looks, and personally I think Sharon looks amazing without that harsh red color. They are…
February 12, 2020 It’s time to start the campaign to banish the boring beige nails of the last decade and kick this one off with new colors and new trends. The first step is taking care of them in the winter. Let’s nail this new year with some tips, tricks, and ways to get your…
January 15, 2020 The famed Golden Globes awards show is over. The winners were announced, and the statues passed out, but the style from that night can still live on. Red carpet or not, you can take pieces of the most popular looks from that star-studded night and incorporate them into your own everyday wear….
December 27, 2019 New Year’s Eve 2020 … the end of one decade and the beginning of something entirely new. Much like the entrance of the new Millennium, this year’s NYE style forecast looks at all things beautiful and bright. Bring on the metallics and the statement shoes! Look at any clothing website, or comb…
December 26, 2019 There’s no better way to ring in the new year than with a set of new kicks or heels to usher in 2020. Whether you are going casual or glam there is a statement shoe for you and your look. From glittery gold slip-on sneakers to jewel-encrusted mules or loafers with feathers,…
December 12, 2019 Now that the weather has started to turn cold and snow flurries have arrived, it’s time to haul out the winter outerwear. Jackets, snow boots, hats, scarves, mittens, and gloves come out of the closet again. But, when winter is at its coldest, should you reach for mittens or gloves? The earliest…
September 20, 2019 Do you know what part of your body shows aging as much as your face (or possibly more)? Your hands! Women spend hundreds of dollars a year on face creams to look younger. We use sunscreen, wear hats, or avoid the sun altogether so we can protect our skin from aging. But…
September 6, 2019 Fall calls for new routines, new beginnings, and changes galore—and we don’t just mean the changing colors of the leaves! Forget New Year’s Eve: Fall is the perfect time of year to swap out the old and usher in the new. When it comes to beauty, Autumn is a good time to…
June 27, 2019 If you’ve been spending any amount of time at the beach this summer, you might have noticed that your hair needs a little bit of TLC. Sun, wind, and salt water can all be harsh on your hair and your traditional shampoo and conditioner routine just aren’t enough to rehydrate tresses during…
May 17, 2019 Summer means hot weather and long days in the sun. It also means we can add a few summer beauty tricks to our beauty routine to keep us looking fab while not wasting time when we’d rather be on the beach, at the pool, or strolling a quaint town or trendy cafe…
March 20, 2019 Beauty products sure can get confusing can’t they? BB’s and CC’s in particular. I mean, what do they even stand for? BB originally stood for blemish balm, but now it typically stands for beauty balm. Interestingly, there is nothing “balmy” about them, rather, they are a liquid/cream form of foundation. CC stands…
February 21, 2019 I love a trip down the beauty aisle at my favorite store just as much as the next person, but it’s always nice to find that items I have at home can work just as well! After all, women decades ago didn’t head to the store when they wanted to make their…
January 10, 2019 When it comes to keeping cozy and warm in the wintertime, a cozy and warm winter coat will be your best ally. Whether you’re hitting the slopes or hitting the sidewalks of a snow-swept city, ensure that you’re dressed in your warmest best. Here are a few tips for choosing a winter-worthy…
December 29, 2018 Whether your winters are mild or severe, chances are there is some sort of temperature variation that happens as the seasons change. While you can certainly just throw on a heavier jacket and a warmer pair of shoes, there are several accessories you’ll probably want to consider when you put your wardrobe…
December 18, 2018 There are so many winter boots in the stores right now that it can be a challenge to know which is the best pair to choose for both style and warmth. Of course, we want to look put together and fashionable when we go out. But, we want our feet to stay…
October 4, 2018 Did you check out the buzz and photos from New York Fashion Week photos? It wrapped up on September 14th in Manhattan and we’re so excited to see all the new trends! Fashion Week is a time when top designers come together to share their latest looks and we get our first look…
September 5, 2018 I don’t know about you, but I love checking out the newest looks of my favorite stars on Instagram. If you love celebrity hair trends but don’t have your own stylist on hand daily to keep you in the know, keep reading for a few 2018 celeb hair trends you can have implemented…
September 3, 2018 Fall is nearly upon us and with it comes a change in temperature, clothing, and maybe even your hair color! If you’re wondering about the latest fall hair color trends, we have a few seasonal colors to consider. Fall is all about pumpkin spice, vibrant golden autumn colored leaves, and cooler tones to…
April 30, 2018 Once a year many of us do our spring cleaning. This usually includes getting the yard ready for gardening, deep cleaning of our houses and garages, and even cleaning out our closets. Often we forget about smaller things, like our cosmetic bag and drawers. They can have products that are old, full…
March 13, 2018 Spring arrives next week, but the temperatures might still be chilly in your area. Here in Vermont, we won’t really see spring-like weather until sometime during the end of April or the beginning of May. Of course, spring fashion is in abundance in the stores already, and I cannot wait to lighten…
