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Easy last minute Halloween costumes with clothes from your closet you can make in a snap

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With Halloween flying towards us, it’s time for our annual personal-style-does-Halloween post! Need ideas for easy, last minute, Halloween costumes with clothes from your closet? Let’s go!  If you didn’t already know, I have a degree and background in costume design for theater so have always loved pulling together a good costume (but don’t always […]

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What is a bodycon dress? A fast answer and a thoughtful answer

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Want the fast answer? A bodycon dress is a dress that makes the wearer feel body-conscious, so you need body confidence to wear them confidently. (Sign up for the email list for more gems like this.)  Of course, if you walk into a shop and ask for a bodycon dress that isn’t the answer someone […]

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How to wear a blazer and t-shirt without looking careless (for everyone)

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Wondering how to wear a blazer and a t-shirt without looking careless? Glad to hear it, you’re in the right place. Styling a t-shirt with a blazer or suit jacket is a wonderful way to elevate an otherwise casual look. Plus it means you can showcase your graphic tee collection more often.  To wear a […]

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Is your impulse buy really worth the money? Find out using this test first

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Let’s talk about your next impulse buy! We’ve spoken before about distinguishing between impulse purchases and opportunistic purchases. We’ve also covered the magic of using a Pocket Shopping List to avoid impulse buys. And we’ve covered redefining what makes a shopping trip successful in the first place. Today I want to share a simple test […]

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Oversized clothes style secrets: when you’re worried trying something new

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Styling oversized clothes can be a ton of fun. It’s all about playing with proportions. When it comes to clothes, proportions being the relationship between the clothes + your body, each garment to each other, and your outfit as a whole.  On one hand it’s a ton of fun. On the other hand experimenting with […]

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