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...]
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...]
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...]
Holiday Party Wardrobe Essentials
Last week we talked about how to rock your office holiday party AND keep your job, so this week's holiday party fashion tips are for the more fun non work-related soirees. Festive fashion doesn't have to be stressful. Use these tips as a guide to mix, match and stay fly all holiday season long! Statement Necklaces: Whether it's chunky beads, stones or strings of pearls, … [Read more...]
Back to Basics: The Building Blocks of a Fab Wardrobe
When I'm working with clients to get their wardrobe in shape, the question that I'm asked the most is: "What are some key pieces I should ALWAYS have in my closet?" The following is a list of some all-season workhorse items that you should absolutely have in your style arsenal. These are classic items that will outlive trends and can easily multitask. Use these as your base … [Read more...]
Nine-Year-Old Adds a Stylish Flair to Entrepreneurship
Meet Cory Nieves. At just nine-years-old, Cory has not only captured the attention of thousands on and offline with his keen sense of style, he's a noted businessman as the owner of Mr. Cory's Cookies. A native of Englewood, N.J., Cory and his mother moved to New York City in 2009. Tired of taking the bus to school, Cory set out to figure out a way to buy his mom a car. He … [Read more...]
Quvenzhané Wallis Chosen as the New Face of Armani Junior
Quvenzhané Wallis, the youngest child to ever be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress, is now the face of Giorgio Armani’s line for children and teens, Armani Junior. Wallis, the Beasts of the Southern Wild star, will be the face of the fall ad campaign for Armani Junior. 10-year-old Wallis, who is also starring in the Annie remake, is actually the first child … [Read more...]
6 Traits Lupita Nyong’o has that Every Woman Should Want
With her ebony skin and flawless style, Lupita Nyong’o has graced the covers of major magazines, television and awards shows, and is probably still figuring out how all this happened in such a short span of time. Outside of being a major breakout star and industry darling, this gracious up-and-comer has already taught us many lessons in what it means to be a beautiful, strong … [Read more...]
3 Fashion Tips That Might Make Him Do a Double Take
With the arrival of spring many changes are being made including changes in our wardrobes. This week Essence is sharing fashion tips that are sure to turn heads but in a good way. The article notes that what we wear plays a role in the message we send, particularly important while dating. The tips can still apply to married couples as well as what wife doesn’t love to be the … [Read more...]
Men: Step Away From the Slides
By Yvette M. Pierce I STRONGLY DISLIKE when older men wear those slides, especially with socks. My husband LOVES to wear them just like that. Now, I believe there is a time and place to wear them…when your age is under 25, you are headed to take a shower in a public place or in your home. These are just my opinions. I know I am not the Fashion Police. Well, this past … [Read more...]
Italian Vogue Runs Piece On “Slave Earrings,” Apologizes For “Bad Translation”
File this under Some folks just don't get it. From Yahoo!: In this month's Italian edition of the magazine, a trend story on hoop earrings bares the headline "Slave Earrings." The text accompanying the image of a model wearing the circular jewelry reads: "If the name brings to the mind the decorative traditions of the women of colour who were brought to the southern … [Read more...]
Fighting the F.R.U.M.P.
by Tara Pringle Jefferson I do NOT, I repeat, do NOT want to be a frumpy mom. I just"...won't. Tiya's post about "Can a Mommy Wear That?" got me thinking about how much I've changed my wardrobe since becoming a mom. I threw out my mini-skirts, bought a ton of shirts that covered my chest completely, and traded my pumps for ballet flats. I clearly went … [Read more...]