Adding pieces to your wardrobe should be done mindfully and with a lot of thought, so that you don’t end up with a closet bursting at the seams yet you have “nothing to wear.” The next time you are thinking about investing in a new item, answer these 15 questions honestly and determine if...
Have you ever tried something on and thought “not today” and put it back? Guilty! I used to be incredibly wasteful with my clothing, until I simplified it and build a more functional wardrobe. To get out of this cycle, I played a game that allowed me to properly cull and organize my wardrobe....
Recently, I published a post on building a functional wardrobe that included a guide on how to shop for quality pieces. I frequently mention the importance of starting your wardrobe from the ground up by purchasing basics, which is then used to create your signature look. My signature look happens to be jeans, a...
“Style” is often a misunderstood term. It’s a word many associate with high fashion magazines or the upper echelon, conjuring up images from Sex and the City or The Devil Wears Prada. Unfortunately, the word style has become muddled with other meanings and connotations, and we’ve lost an understand of how truly valuable it is to...
I didn’t intend to write this article when I sat down this morning. I was standing in front of my closet, trying to figure out what to wear, and realized that I don’t have anything. Or rather, I don’t have a wardrobe that works well together, and I’m tired of struggling to figure out...
It’s officially fall, and with cooler weather comes the temptation to buy new season-appropriate pieces. However, before you buy another plaid blazer that you’ll never wear again, I suggest you read this post (and check out my other post on the benefits of quitting fast fashion). If you’ve ever stood in front of your closet...
My favorite season is coming up fast! I’m so ready for cooler temps, crisp leaves, pumpkin picking, spooky novels, and bonfires. I’ve been shopping for the new season (so many good finds!) and one of my favorite things to do is make mood boards out of my new pieces. These boards inspire me all...
It’s that time of year again…the Nsale!! This is the biggest sale of the year. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale (fondly referred to by shoppers as the Nsale), it’s a month long event where new arrivals for fall are significantly marked down. I have to say, my...