Tag Archives: workwear

shopping 101: if at first you don’t succeed…

not all of us can get a perfect fit right off-the-rack. and honestly, who has the figure of a mannequin? so, why should we expect that the clothes should look exactly like that when we put them on? don’t get me started on “size 0” … Continue reading

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shopping 101: phone a friend

“i don’t know what looks good on me?” “I don’t know how to make an outfit?”, “can I wear this with that?” if this is you, then you might not want to tackle the shopping mission alone. Phone a friend. … Continue reading

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my closet: color coated

rediscovery: a splash of colour can be a great way to brighten up the dark and dreary winter months. red coat – jacob (2008)   purple coat – guess (2009)  although i’m on the hunt for a more professional coat (i … Continue reading

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shopping 101: get a visual

i know, you hate trying things on. mee too but you gotta do it. it’s not only good for determining ‘fit’ but it’s also a good way for you to see how an entire outfit can look – as opposed … Continue reading

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shopping 101: timing is money – shop the sales!

when i went shopping with my friend Chilly the stores were stocking their new f/w lines  – translation: all the sales had ended. i don’t like paying full price for clothing, especially things that i don’t plan on having for … Continue reading

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my closet: blue dress

rediscovery – navy blue dress i wear in the summer can be taken into the early fall or worn with a pair of skinny’s and boots, and cardi    dress – joe fresh (2010)/ blazer – gap (2009)/ tights – hue … Continue reading

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my closet: little red dress

rediscovery – this dress i bought early this year for a wedding. it’s been sitting in my closet ever since. this is how i will ‘work’ it: red dress – mango (2011)/ blazer – jacob, part of a suit (2006)/ … Continue reading

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shopping 101: avoid spending-reflux

“it’s all about the money, money, money”! start your shopping trip without considering how much you’re comfortable spending – unless you last name is Trump, in which case this might not be an issue.  do  have a budget (a realistic … Continue reading

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my closet: camel & leopard print

Rediscovery – magazines are a great place to find inspiration when you’re suffering from wardrobe fatigue. inspiration: magazine ad for dynamite   interpretation:   blouse and camel trouser – joe fresh (2011)/ leopard cardi – banana republic (2010)/ red shoes – … Continue reading

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my closet: uniqlo dress

Rediscovery – dress from uniqlo. bought it in nyc spring 2010       dress – uniqlo (2010)/ white belt – joe (2011)/ shoes – franco sarto (2011) me

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