July 25, 2017 I love to wear bracelets, especially in the summer. Bangles, charms, thin gold or silver chain, cuff, beaded, friendship, or corded. Light summer clothes and the skin’s summer glow enhance the shine and color of every type of bracelet. Bracelets are also the best type of jewelry to mix and match. Wear…
July 24, 2017 Some people think days at the pool or sea side mean you can only rock beach waves or a pony tail. Stop right there. Summer swim hair is totally a thing—and a good one at that. We’ve come up with some fun, easy ways to do your ‘do while you ride the waves…
September 12, 2017 It seems like only yesterday we got out the shorts and sandals. But I’ve noticed the leaves are starting to change, and that means that fall will be here before you know it. It’s almost time to pack away your summer clothes and pick up a few warm clothes for fall. When you’re…
January 19, 2018 I’ve been going through my closet and I realize I have far too many clothes that simply don’t go together. I can either spend the rest of the winter wearing mismatched clothing and not leaving the house, or I can figure out what needs to stay and what needs to go. After…
January 29, 2018 If you live in Vermont, winter boots are a winter essential! Lately, I’ve been working on making my boots last longer. I invested in a few pairs that I love, and I want to keep them looking good as long as possible. Winter weather can really do a number on your boots…
February 12, 2018 These days, the only thing I wear on my feet when I go outside is my snow boots. But eventually the snow will melt and it will be time for sandals and flip-flops (hard to believe, right?). Before that happens, my feet need a little bit of pampering and attention. Here are…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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 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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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)…
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…
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…
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…
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,…