Stains and rips and runs oh my! We've all had our fair share of fashion emergencies but never fear, The Style Medic is here! I'm going to arm you with some genius tips and tricks to keep you looking pulled together during even the worst wardrobe malfunction. 1. Remove deodorant 'stripes' from your shirt by rubbing with a dryer sheet or pantyhose. 2. Remove yellow stains … [Read more...]
8 Things Not to Do in a Job Interview
Going on job interviews can be a nerve shredding experience. You want to impress the interviewer with your skills and personality and secure the position without being too "salesy". There's a lot at stake and it can make even the most calm, cool and collected person pretty nervous. As an HR professional (and someone who’s conducted lots of interviews), I've found that one of … [Read more...]
10 Tips to Deep Clean Your Home Without Losing Your Mind
With Spring just around the corner (thank goodness) we’re all busy getting our wardrobes, cars and homes ready for the break in weather. If you’re the designated spring cleaner in your house (I know I am) then you probably aren’t looking forward to the task of getting your home in shape. Well, don’t fret! It doesn’t have to be a headache. Here are 10 tips to deep clean your … [Read more...]
Is Your Wardrobe Ready for Spring? Color Inspiration that Inspires a Shopping Trip
I don't know about you but I'm over the cold, gray, dreary misery that is winter. I mean the snow was cute for a minute but I'd like to be able to wear my cute shoes without fear of breaking my neck on a patch of ice or *gasp* ruining my shoes with salt. C'mon spring! With another snow storm looming, I thought this would be as good a time as any to think warm thoughts and … [Read more...]
4 Smart Tips to Dress for Interview Success!
Last week, we talked about how social media could affect your job search and how to keep your cyber nose clean. This week, we're gonna stay on the job search topic and talk about how to dress properly for your interview. It should be common sense right? You just don't show up for a job interview in jeans or club clothes. Well, some folks haven't gotten the memo. I've seen some … [Read more...]
Can Social Media Cost You a Job?
When you’re searching for a new job or even prepping for college, your online presence is just as important as your physical appearance. More and more companies use social networking sites as part of their recruitment process and Google taps into not only Facebook, but also into your activity on Twitter, Google Plus and personal online blogs. So what does your cyber presence … [Read more...]
Get the Perfect Valentine’s Day Look Without Spending a Dime
Still undecided about what to wear for Valentine’s Day? Well, whether you’re getting ready for a romantic night, partying with the girls or just meeting up for drinks, you probably already have the perfect look in your closet. Here are 5 tips to put together the perfect look without spending a dime. Amp up your LBD: Add romantic accessories to freshen up a black dress. … [Read more...]
15 Non-Traditional Valentine’s Date Ideas that You Can do from Home
Valentine’s Day is almost here which means that many of us are getting ready for a date night with that special someone. Hubby and I usually default to our favorite sushi spot on our date nights, but I was thinking we should step out of our comfort zone and try something different. In the spirit of breaking tradition, here are 14 date ideas to for you and your boo: Play … [Read more...]
Cash in Your Closet: Tips to Make Extra Money on eBay
It's not a secret that I love shopping. Sometimes though, that loves turns into an overflow of clothes, shoes and accessories that don't get worn. Whether they no longer fit my style or my thighs, these clothes usually just end up sitting around taking up valuable closet real estate. I know I'm not the only one. Right? Well recently, I decided to take those clothes shoes and … [Read more...]
6 Chic & Comfy Maternity Style Options that Keep Your Pockets Happy!
One of the questions that has been coming up lately is how to stay stylish while you're pregnant. Everyone knows that growing a human is hard work and the last thing a woman needs is to look or feel a mess during that time. So for all my preggos, here are 6 tips to keep you looking fly while you prepare to bring your little bundle of joy into the world. 1. Stay true to … [Read more...]
Shop Like a Pro: 7 Tips for Your Best Shopping Trip
Some people don't like shopping. I don't understand these people, but I love them because they keep me gainfully employed. Nonetheless, the reasons why some folks prefer not to hit the mall, range from too many options to 'I hate trying clothes on'. To those people, I offer these 7 tips to make your next shopping trip as painless as possible: 1. Have a plan: It's a bad idea … [Read more...]
Should Married Couples Get Regular STD Tests?
There are perks to being married. You've got a built in friend, some new tax breaks and you no longer have to worry about unprotected sex. Right? As singles, many of us were familiar with having to take precautions to protect ourselves from STD's as well as having yearly (or more frequent) screenings. But, once we get married is that something we should continue to do? The … [Read more...]
Get Your Fit Toolkit with 4 Tips to Reach Your Fitness Goals
Here we are again. For the last couple of weeks you could have easily walked into any fitness center and found plenty of available machines and equipment to use, but now, one day into 2015, with many people having resolved to get fit or lose weight, the gyms are probably packed. A 2013 survey found that the number one New Year’s resolution was to lose weight. Unfortunately, … [Read more...]
Start the New Year with an Organized Closet
Spring isn't the only time you should give your home a deep clean. Now that we're just a couple of days away from a brand new year it would be a great time to clear out your closet and leave the foolishness (read: clothes that don't fit, are outdated, etc.) in 2014. If you need help deciding what to keep and what to toss, check out THIS post. Go ahead, I'll wait. Okay, now … [Read more...]
Recycled Pet Names: If He Used it on Her, Can He Use it on You?
One of the perks of being in a serious relationship is sharing inside jokes and sometimes even a special language that only the two of you use. Occasionally, this love language includes pet names. It can be really sweet when your spouse or significant other calls you nicknames like baby, honey, or sweetheart, but would you feel 'some kind of way' if your special moniker was … [Read more...]