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17th Century Meets 21st Century—Baroque
Posted by Jennifer on August 23, 2012 · Comments Off
There are several fall trends to speak of, however the sophisticated and romantic baroque is a new and historical favorite! We will be seeing this pattern along with brocade, tapestry and needlepoint worn as jackets, skirts, pants and even accessories such as purses, shoes and boots! I actually have kept a pair of brocade (Limited) Express pants (from the late 80s)! Yikes! If you hit the resale shops, [...]
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What might have seemed obnoxious, you might end up loving (sorta)!
Posted by Jennifer on May 24, 2012 · 2 Comments
The past couple weeks I have been very busy shopping with clients so my eyes are seeing a lot of the same trends over and over, repeated again and again. For example, the ‘hot’ spring and summer colors such as the bright neon pink,yellowand orange colors (click link for helpful tips on how to wear neon). You definitely can’t help NOT see these colors! Truthfully, I never thought I would, but [...]
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Shopping Shortcuts for Cyber Monday
Posted by Jennifer on November 27, 2011 · Comments Off
Over the weekend I had a couple of clients where we shopped at Oak Park Mall. Don’t worry, you didn’t miss out on the discount action. I will mention that Talbots (at the mall) is going out of business and selling everything, including fixtures. However, Cyber Monday’s deals may be more appealing given the fact you don’t have to leave home (or the office). Here are two websites for you to find [...]
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Moms & daughters = similar wardrobes?
Posted by Jennifer on August 21, 2011 · Comments Off
Tis’ the season of ‘back-to-school’ which means ‘pre-fall-shopping-mall’ fashion purchases. Lately I have seen a lot of moms and daughters (accompanied by daughter’s bff) teaming up to buy the most fabulous and super cute outfits. I remember shopping all the time with my mom…remember Chasnoff’s at Ward Parkway? I always wanted to wear HER clothes but never much the other way around. [...]
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Dillards—“The style of your life.”
Posted by Jennifer on July 11, 2011 · Comments Off
As many of you know, tomorrow I am speaking at the Central Exchange (click here to sign up) about ‘Shopping Strategies’. Dillards at Oak Park Mall has graciously provided me with a variety of clothes from their store to help me demonstrate how to mix & match and show you how to better identify what looks best on different body types. The fashion industry consistently introduces us to new looks [...]
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