How to Complete an End-of-Season Closet Cleanse
As the seasons change, so do our fashion preferences. The end of each season offers a wonderful opportunity to embark on a wardrobe adventure and curate a closet that reflects your unique style and simplifies your daily dressing routine. So grab a cup of your favorite beverage, put on your favorite tunes, and let’s dive […]
Menswear Trends for Spring and Summer 2025
Some trends for men… Monochrome minimalism: This sleek, modern approach to dressing focuses on wearing a single color or varying shades of the same hue for a clean and sophisticated look. This trend emphasizes sharp tailoring, high-quality fabrics, and subtle details, creating effortless elegance with minimal effort. Plaid: This is not your usual lumberjack vibe. […]
2025 Spring Styles and Colors!
Spring always brings vivid styles and colors to mind as nature turns to green grass and lush bright hues. To get you in the springtime mood, I’ve compiled a rundown of the vivid styles and colors seen on runways for 2025 and some possible ways to wear them. Explore some advice about spring styles and […]
Spring Color Trends
As an Indiana Wardrobe Stylist, I love discussing spring trends which makes this season one of my favorite times of the year! Today I’ll explain how to incorporate Mocha Mousse, the Pantone Color of the Year, into your style repertoire. The Pantone Color Institute describes the Mocha Mousse color as “a warming, brown hue imbued […]
Trench Coat Tips for Women
An item I think all of us need in our wardrobe this spring is some type of trench coat. I am not talking about the long, stogy version that you may already have. I am referring to one with clean lines that is a bit shorter and perky. With years of experience as an Indiana […]
Winter to Spring Outfit Ideas for Men
Winter to Spring Outfit Ideas for Men As winter fades and the first hints of spring emerge, dressing for the season can be a challenge. You want to stay warm enough for chilly mornings while being comfortable in the afternoon sun. The key to mastering transitional fashion is layering, choosing versatile fabrics, and incorporating […]
Transitioning your Wardrobe to Spring
How to Transition Your Wardrobe to Spring Photo by Centre for Aging Better As winter fades and the days grow longer, it’s time to refresh your wardrobe for the new season. Transitioning from heavy layers to lighter, more breathable outfits can be tricky, especially when temperatures fluctuate. However, with a few strategic swaps and styling […]
How to Keep Up With Fashion Trends
Here are some recommendations on keeping up with fashion trends each season. (First, I love that you are reading my Personal Image Consultant blog. I do a fashion trend review 2-3 times a year, and also discuss what trends to avoid.) Personal Image Consultant Tips for Staying Ahead of the Curve Stay ahead of the […]
Taking a Break from Retail, Part 2
As you consider taking your own break from retail shopping, here are some new habits I developed as a result from my experience. Even as a Personal Image Consultant, I found the experience beneficial. Your Personal Image Consultant’s New Habits I’m More Creative With My Outfits After not buying clothes for six months, I could […]
My Six Months of Retail Withdrawal
To be transparent, your Indiana Image Consultant recently took a six-month break from retail. This idea came from one of my friends who previously took a break from buying clothes. She had been buying too much — items she didn’t wear or need — just because she loved the thrill of the retail hunt. After […]
