What Is Your Holiday Style?
Jenny and I dress differently around the holidays. Jenny stays on the chic but casual side, and I never miss a chance to dress up and wear shiny things. Also, […]
Zodiac Style: Sagittarius
Today is the first Monday of December, which means it’s time for the next installment of my astrology-themed Zodiac Style series. Last month, we imagined what Scorpio style would be […]
K’s Style: From Vision to Reality
This article is part of a series based on the style vision boards submitted to us by our readers. Today, we’re working with our reader K. THE WOMAN: K admits to a recent realization […]
Vampire Style
There’s nothing like a vampire for sexy. Talk about tall dark and handsome. It’s no wonder good girls and bad girls alike have a thing for them. Vampires are our […]
Flannel Shirts on Women, Yes or No?
The weather in Boston is cold and I’m already constantly freezing, which I will be for the rest of the winter. I was not born with warm genes. I’m currently […]
Jenny’s Style Makeover: From Vision to Reality
This is the first in a series of posts dedicated to analyzing the vision boards that our readers submitted for the Make It Real! style makeover challenge. I’m still accepting […]
The Art of Self-Expression
As our readers know, we love talking about self-expression through style. We also love tackling misconceptions and myths that create blocks for people who wish to convey their essence with […]
Shopping Diaries: Jewelry Extravaganza
Last week I was visiting Newport, RI, and a friend offered to take me to a fashion jewelry store that, according to her, would blow my mind. I was understandably […]
How to Take Control of Your Style
I’m sure we all know what it feels like to be expected to look “appropriate” and to conform to our environment. The influence of our surroundings is so great that […]
Shopping for Plus Size Curves: Kiyonna
First up in our series is Kiyonna! Founded by Kim Khanbeigi, Kiyonna sells modern, yet feminine styles in a wide range of sizes (from 10-32). From casual and office appropriate styles […]
How Online Shopping Saved Plus Size Style
Growing up a plus sized girl, clothes shopping was depression inducing. The few things available were either tent-like or elastic filled, with concepts like proper line, fit, and style identity […]
Welcome New Guest Blogger!
Everyone, I’m very excited to welcome a new, brainy and beautiful guest blogger, our lovely and talented friend Tiara. She embodies a wonderful truth: women can be gorgeous, sexy and […]
Rachel’s Style: From Vision to Reality
This article is part of a series based on the style vision boards submitted to us by our readers. Today, we’re working with our reader Rachel. THE WOMAN: In her own words, Rachel […]
Online Shopping: How to Make Sure You Get the Lowest Price
Sales sales sales. So many sales. Have you noticed that online retailers change prices on items more often than they used to? They frequently do it more than once during the […]
Paleo, Potato Chips, and Plantains
I started doing the Paleo diet this weekend. I can’t claim to have any style-related reason for doing it, because for me it is about trying to have more energy. […]
Living Paleo Style: Regaining Health and Closet
I don’t know about you, but I found 2012 to be a stressful year. Seems that no matter who I talked to, people had to deal with an abnormally high […]
Shopping Is a Girl Thing
Shopping. Why is it a female thing? Good question. Do our girl babies learn how to get the best deal on a pair of Manolos while still in the womb? […]
Zodiac Style: Capricorn
The Zodiac Style series continues with a look at Capricorn style. I must confess, I have a special place in my heart for Capricorns, especially Capricorn women. They are strong […]
The Minimalist Closet
At this maximalist time of year—post Christmas presents and holiday clearances— I’m wishing for a world of minimalism. I know minimalism is trendy now and we’ve all read enough about […]
Brainy Beauty Talk 