When I purchase a handbag my default color is always black. It’s classic, goes with everything, and it ages nicely. However a few years ago when I decided to sink some cash into Proenza Schoulder PS1 I decided to mix things up a bit with purple instead of black. I wanted a brilliant pop of…
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posted on Tuesday, January 21st, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Style How-To's
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Silk scarves are probably the most perplexing item in a woman’s wardrobe. Seriously. I have been asked the question “How do I wear my silk scarves?” countless times by both readers and clients. I have a pretty decent collection of silk scarves myself and I am constantly coming up with new ways to wear them….
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posted on Monday, January 20th, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Style How-To's
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Follow my blog with Bloglovin Ever have your own arms ruin a perfectly good photograph? I have. As a woman who wasn’t born with thin limbs, I have had that experience. If you have non-spindly arms you probably know how to fake it in a photo by now (the old hand on the hip trick)…
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posted on Sunday, January 19th, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Dressing Your Body Type
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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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So you’ve got some extra junk in the trunk? I get it. No I mean I really get it because I’m a girl with booty to spare. Though I’m never one to hide such an amazing asset, balance is key. I’ve got 8 great tips for keeping your bottom half in proportion with your top…
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posted on Wednesday, January 15th, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Dressing Your Body Type
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One of the questions I always ask my clients is this, what area of your body would you like to play down? 9 times out of 1o it’s their midsection (whether they are a size 2 or size 22). Unless you are Britney Spears circa 1999, you are probably less than confident about your tummy….
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posted on Tuesday, January 7th, 2014
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Dressing Your Body Type
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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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If your “girls” are in need of a pick-me-up, forget plastic surgery and reach for a great fitting bra.image via froufroufashionista Until about a year or so ago, the last time I was fitted for a bra was in college … at Victoria’s Secret. No offense to Victoria’s Secret but the high school students working…
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posted on Tuesday, December 31st, 2013
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Dressing Your Body Type
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Being petite definitely has its advantages; walking under low hanging branches, maneuvering through crowds, and airplanes seats are practically “made” for those who lack height. However, when it comes to fashion, things can get a little tricky.I’ve got a couple of rules to lay down for ya … Rule #1- a great tailor will be…
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posted on Monday, December 30th, 2013
by Lauren Messiah Posted in Dressing Your Body Type
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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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