how to refresh your style

Update Your Look with Ageless Accessories

April 27, 2016 No Comments

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Regardless of your age you can have great style. And it doesn’t include backing up the dump truck to your bedroom window and throwing out the contents of your closet either.

And to get there, it doesn’t include backing up the dump truck to your bedroom window and throwing out the contents of your closet either. It might involve a painless trip to Forever21 (I’ll be shopping there in my 70’s, so if you need a shopping buddy grab me).

If you’ll update these three things, you’ll instantly breathe new life into your overall look.

Sunglasses

Throwing on a pair of the most current trend in sunglasses will automatically bring your look into 2016.

Here’s where Forever21 comes in – they’ve got the latest trends in shades and they’re super cheap. So buy a couple pairs and throw them on whenever you’re wanting to look updated or downplay an uneven cat-eye (I would insert a wink here, but I don’t want you to examine my cat-eye drawing abilities)

Handbag

The importance of a good handbag cannot be overstressed. It’s something you always have with you, it’s a staple in your closet and high on the list of things to invest in.

A good handbag will give your look polish and last a long time. Consider cost per use when staring at that hefty price tag.

There are so many ways now to get a good designer bag for cheap – my favorite is to keep an eye out for pink stickers at Dillard’s. They often run fantastic clearance events, they just don’t announce it.

Jewelry

Jewelry is the perfect way to breathe new life into your basics without costing you a lot (because remember, you invested in a good handbag). And you don’t have to be twenty-one to pull off a great statement necklace.

Hello again, Forever21. It’s their jewelry section with their $5 earrings that you’ll find me in when I’m 90.

Charming Charlie is another great spot! There are so many great places to go that will give your look a big update with a small price tag.

Special Announcement

This Saturday from 1-4pm the “Indulge” event is going on in West Town Mall! It will include a fashion show, great giveaways and ME! So be sure to drop by right outside of JCP to check it all out!

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Earrings: The Party Pants of Your Jewelry Box

January 16, 2015 No Comments

If you’re looking to add a quick dose of fun and maybe even something different to your look this year, go for a jazzy pair of earrings.

A fun pair can really wake up your classic pieces. And what’s great about them is they’re noticeable (if you wear them right, they go right near your face), but can be small enough to where you don’t have to give yourself a pep talk to walk out the door.

If they dangle, then they add great movement and punctuation to everything you say (translation: two instant charm generators). And not to mention, a pretty pair doesn’t have to cost much (I picked these up for $6 at H&M in Atlanta).

I dare you to pick up a pair you wouldn’t normally give a second glance to, and see how just how fun they make you feel.

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Refresh Your Image for 2015

January 13, 2015 No Comments

As we all know this is the time of year we normally set goals. But instead of looking to change things about ourselves, let’s focus on refreshing our image.

Regardless of your stage in life, you want to look and feel good about yourself. And if you’re in a position now where you aren’t happy with the image you’re putting out there, then let’s work on that!

I believe that by making a few adjustments, you can set yourself on track to achieve a new level of self confidence.

1. Make Your Social Media Time Productive

If you’re spending hours at a time scrolling through social sites, filling your brain with “perfect” images of other people, that’s going to wear down your confidence and how you feel when you look in the mirror. So be very cautious of how much time you spend mindlessly scrolling those sites, and instead get on with a purpose.

Search for exactly what you’re needing. Oftentimes, if I’m stuck on how to style a piece, I’ll hop on Pinterest and search for “leather skirt” and look at images until I get an idea of what I can pair it with that’s in my closet. This will help you focus on the clothes and not the tiny waist of the people in them. If you find yourself thinking, “I wish I had her____” get off.

2. Set Clothing Goals

A couple years ago I started setting goals for my look at the beginning of the year. Goals like, “buy more color”, “buy less black”, “for the love of all things holy, quit buying darkness.” Once I started doing that not only did my closet lighten up but I also noticed my style became more polished and my buying became more purposeful. It really helps to set the tone for your whole year, especially if you choose something that’s doable (unlike, “Replace everything in my closet by next Tuesday”).

My goals for this year include, not buying something just because it’s on sale. I’ve got too many “junk food” pieces in my closet that are low quality and bought only because it cost a couple dollars. I don’t need that cluttering up my space. My other goal is when I find something I love – buy multiples.

3. Find a Good Resource for Inspiration

Magazine subscriptions cost money and take up space. Blogs are free and weightless. Find a great one (THESPIFF.COM) you really jive with (THESPIFF.COM) and that makes you laugh (THESPIFF.COM) and make it a point to check it on a regular basis. I’m not just saying this because I write one of these, oh you know I didn’t even think this would make a great commercial for THESPIFF.COM! ;)

But seriously whether it’s this amazing blog or another mediocre one, stick to reading it. It’s a great resource for outfit inspiration, beauty product testing, and ideas/tutorials for freshening up your style written by real people with unbiased opinions. If that alone doesn’t elevate your style this year, I don’t know what will.

4. Shop off Your Beaten Path

My closet has grown by leaps and bounds this year because I started shopping outside my comfort zone. In doing so, I’ve found really great deals on quality pieces that have refreshed my whole look.

I know it can be intimidating to walk into a new store, especially if you feel you’re too old/young for the place, but if you find just one piece that you love and inspires a fantastic outfit – it will be totally worth it! As Style Consultant for West Town Mall, I’d be happy to recommend a place you may not have thought of! Be sure to contact me through my social media buttons up on the right if you have any questions!