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Is there Fashion In 2020?
After months of hunkering down and sheltering in place, we are all super eager to jazz up our look – am I right? That go-to tried and true, “quarantine chic”, “who-will-see-me-anyway” wardrobe is not making any of us feel our best. To remedy this, I’ve uncovered and want to share, looks featured on runways, (back when they were walked).
“If you wear sweat pants… you soon might fit them.”
Fitted pants mean those pants can start out the day sitting in just the right place, but as the day progresses they start to stretch and sag. Belts are the magic accessory to keep pants in place but traditional belts add bulk and bulge, often where we don’t need more of either. I solved this problem with The Sleek Belt as it instantly secures and invisibly keeps pants in place.
Have You Heard of Fashion Psychology?
I’m not claiming mastery of fashion psychology but appreciate and believe in the impact that clothing and accessories have on enhancing or diminishing how I feel. There is power in getting in touch with how your attire helps you be your best self.
A Letter from our Owner & Founder, during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Suddenly, my instinct to step forward to offer my help came with a concern for the risks I was exposing myself to. I now wrestle with the question of whether I am helping by offering my time and support or am I helping by not getting COVID-19 and adding burden to our health care system?
Who Knew Nickel was Such a Problem?
If you have a nickel allergy, you assume all of the world understands this challenge, but I was totally ignorant until a customer opened my eyes. I was working at an event to introduce our product to retailers when a young woman and mom, shopping for their children’s...
Belts: Love ‘Em or Hate ‘Em?
When you look for a fashion statement belt, you choose a buckle that adds flair, style, or draws attention to your waistline. This look is really great if you have a flat stomach. And sure, it can help define or create a waistline and can bring balance to your figure....
The Travel Hack to Breeze Through TSA Security Screening
My daughter and her family live a 4-hour flight away, so I’ve gained a lot of experience in air travel. Flying in a plane, once considered glamorous, now feels more like riding a school bus to an away high school sporting event. Busy, crowded, not all that clean,...
Autumn = Football … Football = Bleachers: Ditch Belt-Bulk
It’s bleacher time! The leaves are changing, schools are back in session, the air is cool and crisp, and gyms and stadiums everywhere are filling with fans and fun. We love to cheer on our favorite athletes - student, college, professional … it’s all for the love of...
2019 Fall Fashion Trends
Once again, I seemed to have missed New York’s Fashion Week! While I know those beautiful, statuesque models are trying to lead me into the new season, letting me in on trends, what’s up and coming, and what the “in” crowd will be wearing, I’m enjoying the waning days...