Going to an art gallery opening? Well then it’s time to channel for your inner Charlotte York Goldenblatt from Sex and the City! I’ve got a handful of styling tips for dressing for gallery openings of all types. Check it out … Museum Chic It’s time to let out your inner chic! Little black dresses…
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posted on Wednesday, January 15th, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Style How-To's
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Q- I wanted to know what are some great books to read when it comes to the fashion business and fashion styling. A- Great question and since I buy pretty much every single fashion book that hits the shelves, I’ve got a few recommendations for you.image via smallshopstudio.com Secrets of Stylists: An Insider’s Guide to…
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posted on Wednesday, January 8th, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Style How-To's
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So you’re going to a fundraiser, good for you! No seriously, good for you. Fundraising events are awesome because you’re helping to raise money for a worthy cause. You also get to network with like-minded people, and you get to play dress up. Okay some of those thing are more important than others but you…
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posted on Tuesday, January 7th, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Style How-To's
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photo via Yorkblog Q- I’m in between sizes and not sure what to do. Clothing is either too small or too big. Any suggestions? A- Being in between sizes sucks. No one likes going up a size, and squeezing into a garment that is too small is never a good look. Lucky for you I…
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posted on Friday, January 3rd, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Style How-To's
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“So, what are you doing for New Year’s?” Yep, as soon as Christmas concludes it’s on to that million dollar question. I for one have no idea what I’m doing. Kinda hoping it involves TV and takeout (doing nothing is totally my new favorite thing). However, if something fabulous comes up … my ensemble is…
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posted on Sunday, December 29th, 2013
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Style How-To's
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Q- How do you break out of the “black trap” aka wearing black ALL the time? A- Lets face it, wearing black is awesome. It’s slimming, it’s chic, it’s easy … So why would you ever want to break out of black?! Just kidding, I totally get it. Wearing black day in and day out…
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posted on Thursday, December 19th, 2013
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Style How-To's
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Some may call it a trend but I call the nautical look a classic. Like navy, stripes, red, and gold ever go out of style. The real question is this, how do you rock a nautical look without looking like a sailor? It can totally be done and I’ll tell you how … 1.) In…
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posted on Wednesday, December 18th, 2013
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Style How-To's
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Q- What’s a good company to find boots for people with wider calves? A- Great question. I’ve recently spent a some time shopping for one of my clients who has wider calves, so I definitely have an answer for you. Styles to Look For: Depending on the width of your calves you can sometimes wear…
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posted on Thursday, December 12th, 2013
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Style How-To's
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Meeting the parents is a big deal in any relationship. It’s usually a sign of taking things to the next level, which is always exciting. Of course once the excitement wears off the panic sets in. What are they going to think? What are you going to say? Should you call them by first name…
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posted on Saturday, December 7th, 2013
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Style How-To's
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Call me old school but I long for the days were people actually dressed up for air travel. These days it’s all about UGG boots and sweat pants – so not chic. Many people find this hard to believe but you can actually dress comfortably and stylishly. Yes this can be done. Celebrities do it…
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posted on Friday, December 6th, 2013
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Style How-To's
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