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 […]
Category Archives: Shopping
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 […]
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? […]
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 […]
How To Create a Core Wardrobe: Part One
Recently, our reader Julie asked an excellent question. How does one go about creating a core wardrobe? Staple wardrobe. Capsule. Style uniform. Many ways to describe the same idea of […]
The Perfect Shapewear
I found my holiday party dress and realized it needed shapewear under it. Not a super-long tank worn as a “slip” because that wouldn’t cut it; I needed some honest-to-god […]
Black Friday: How to Shop a Sale
Thanksgiving is almost here, which to those of us in the US means Black Friday—a sale that happens the morning after Thanksgiving, when stores offer some of the greatest discounts […]
Stylish Rainboots: Stay Dry AND Look Good
When I was little I loved going outside after a storm and playing in the puddles. Now I’m more likely to say, “Rain rain go away,” because splashing in puddles […]
Winter 2012 Coat Trends: Cobalt Blue and Leather Trim
Anyone shopping for a winter coat this year is seeing a lot of cobalt blue and leather trim. Both are big trends right now. I love both of them so I’m a happy […]
Why It’s Important to Know What You Want
Every once in a while I am reminded of just how incredibly helpful and liberating it is to know exactly what works for me, stylistically. How much time, effort, money […]
Brainy Beauty Talk 