10 Tips for a Better Wardrobe

When focusing on creating a true “working” wardrobe there are several things that must be done to ensure success!  Stay focused and give yourself time to learn how to build your best closet.  A great working wardrobe may take up to a year or more simply because of the seasons.  Check out these tips to [...]

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How to Build a Core Wardrobe

Regardless of whether or not the economy is booming, many people continue to struggle getting a wardrobe together. It really is easy to create a great wardrobe without spending more money! In fact, with as few as 9 pieces in your wardrobe you can create 20 outfits.
It’s all about choosing the right core [...]

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The Right Swimwear for YOU – Will You Sink or Swim

Ah, Summer…About this time every year, I start to cringe as I ponder the swimsuit season. Should I or should I not slide into a bathing suit this season.
The older I get the harder it is to walk on the beach or deck of a pool without some extra covering. Gravity takes it’s toll [...]

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When is Good-Good Enough?

This thought came to me this morning when I was trying to write some text for the new StyleYOUniversity site.  Have you ever really thought about this?
This question honestly has everything to do with EVERYTHING.  It works for writing a book, buying a car, house, setting financial goals and yes, even creating a wardrobe.
You see [...]

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Travel Smart – Get Organized

Summer vacations are fast approaching and with them comes the angst of wondering what to take.  While you may acknowledge that it is not necessary to take your entire closet, sometimes it is difficult to figure out just what to leave home and what should go with you.  Just as you might prepare of a [...]

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Uber STYLE-The Art of Being Who You Are

I love words.  I especially love expressive words.  The word “uber” for instance feels so good when you say it.
Uber has its roots in German language dating back to the 1800’s when philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche coined the term “ubermensch” to describe a higher state he felt men might aspire (superior men).  It was brought to [...]

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Wardrobe Creation – Plan and Commit

Reflecting on the events I have attended over the past several weeks reminds me the importance planning and commitment play in our success.  I participated in both High School and College graduations in addition to formal Courts of Honor where  the Boy Scouts highest achievement, the Eagle Award honored 4 young men.
You don’t get to [...]

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Stuff in Your Closet

My daughter graduated recently from college.  It was a hallmark event in her life.  Alton Brown, famed author and food critic was the commencement speaker.  He  offered his thoughts in a non-traditional manner to challenge the graduates.
Thought provoking as it was, there was one key point I wanted to talk about. “ Stuff!”
He challenged the [...]

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What is Protecting Your Blind Side in the Closet

I recently saw The Blind Side for a second time.  Normally, I don’t watch movies more than once, but I did and realized that I enjoyed it just as much.   This time though, I was more  aware of what the actors were saying and wanted to share some thoughts with you.
Do you ever consider  [...]

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See Style – Get Style

Sometimes what’s in your closet just feels boring and has no umph.  Sometimes you just can’t see the “forest through the trees” as they say.  Pieces have been hanging in there for so long you can no longer “see” the possibilities that it holds in an up to date look.
For me this happens toward [...]

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