Shopping has changed over the past few years, and you can no longer go into one store or boutique and find everything you need. We are also seeing more options on a store’s website than what is carried in their brick and mortar. Because of this shift, shopping can be frustrating as many of my […] The post My Go-To Clothing Stores & Brands for Every Decade appeared first on Style Yourself Chic ..read more

School is back in session! Are you carpool ready? If you’re ready to ditch the leggings, boring shorts and just so-so athleisure wear for those school pick ups and drop offs, this blog will guide you in looking more polished while keeping comfort a priority. This goes for any woman, carpool mama or grandmama or […] The post Carpool Ready: 3 Casual Outfit Formulas to Try in Lieu of Activewear appeared first on Style Yourself Chic ..read more

As a Style Coach, I assist my clients in everything from from helping them curate a wardrobe for their day to day to putting together a special occasion outfit. This year, I had the honor of styling a client for the famous Met Gala in NYC benefiting the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This one was especially fun given it was a once-in-a-lifetime event all about art, fashion and celebrities! The 2024 Met Gala theme was “The Garden of Time,” which was inspired by the Anna Wintour Costume Center exhibit “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion.”  Bad Bunny, Chris Hemswort ..read more

As a Style Coach, I work with women of all lifestyles from the stay-at-home mom to the CEO to the newly retired, and the one common desire among them all is wanting to have a wardrobe that can easily transition from one activity to the next. The key to going from work to weekend is to have certain items in your wardrobe like a sleek sneaker to replace your loafers, a clutch for evenings out or a dress that can be styled up or down — effortless and efficient! I’m a firm believer that you don’t have to own two completely separate wardrobes to suit your busy schedule. Here are a few style tips a ..read more

Ahhh… transition weather– that awkward time between seasons when the temperatures are constantly fluctuating from chilly mornings to warmer afternoons (and back to crisp evenings). For many of my Style Coaching clients, this time of year can pose several style conundrums. However, you don’t have to totally revamp your closet nor does it have to be complicated to put together comfortable and seasonally appropriate outfits as I am here to show you how to dress stylishly and practicality for this time of year! To help you best style the items in your closet, here are a few important tip ..read more

If you’ve been following me for a while now, you know I love a smaller silk or cotton scarf as they can be tied a number of ways and worn with different types of outfits. Check out my new blog post at the link in bio to learn how to tie one 3 ways with step by step instructions! (You’ll want to save this post as it will be great to go back to!) The post How to Tie a Scarf 3 Ways appeared first on Style Yourself Chic ..read more

“I get more compliments on accessories than anything else. I think they’re kind of like herbs and spices. They give zest and zing to an outfit.” Iris Apfel I couldn’t agree more with style icon Iris Apfel who is well known for her use of accessories in her outfits. Not only do they add interest, but they also provide another focal point to an outfit, which creates polish! This is a concept I teach my Style Coaching clients and Society members when creating outfits. In my new blog, I am sharing with you how to add some zest to your outfits with a silk scarf, a favorite accessory of mine.  ..read more

My baby boy turned one recently, and of course, this milestone has me reminiscing on the past year.  It has been bittersweet as the year has flown by, and I still cannot believe he is one and walking!  I’m beyond grateful for the community of mamas that have inspired me, educated me and shared their favorite products with me this year.  From easy yet cute children clothing brands, lifesaver items for the new mom and products that James absolutely adores at this new stage, I’m excited to share with you my current favorite items for my baby boy.  So whether you are a new mama ..read more

While I love the phrase ‘quality over quantity’ when it comes to your wardrobe, there is a place for trendy fast fashion items in your closet!  Fast fashion retailers include Zara, H&M, Mango, asos, Who What Wear x Target, and so on. They manufacture clothing quickly and inexpensively and allow us as consumers to buy current clothing styles at a lower price. When purchasing from these retailers, keep in mind the item is NOT meant to last forever!  Rather, look at it as a great opportunity to try out something new, whether that be a new silhouette, color, accessory or print, for ..read more

Comfort is KING when it comes to footwear! But you shouldn’t have to sacrifice it for style. As a Style Coach, I work with many women who have foot issues, so understanding their need for both comfort and style is important. Thankfully, certain shoe brands are making more stylish comfort selects, and on the blog today, I am sharing my favorites!         Style Tip: When selecting a dressier shoe, choose one with a block heel or with a SLEEK wedge for the most flattering & stylish shoe that is still comfortable.  Want to ensure your shoe selects and outfits are a ..read more