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How to Pick the Perfect Shade of Red for Every Skin Tone

How to Pick the Perfect Shade of Red for Every Skin Tone

By / Health & Beauty, Life & Culture

I work part-time at a clothing store, and when I use the word “red” with “shirt” or “dress” in the same sentence while suggesting a stylish article of clothing to try on, some women’s eyes bug out, and they start to frown. They don’t believe there’s a perfect shade of red, even for them. I don’t even think they realize it! In short, they have an internal freakout. When I mention the color red, many women instantly picture a bright, candy red, as you can see in the pictured color palette below (courtesy of Digital Synopsis). However, as a color fanatic, I love any shade of red. So my two-part goal in this article is: 1. to expand your shades of red […]

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The New Elements of Style: Dressing for Yourself

By / Life & Culture

In today’s fast-paced world, fashion trends come and go at lightning speed. But there’s a shift happening—a growing movement towards sustainability, individuality, and embracing what we already have in our closets. Y2K style is making a comeback with Gen Z, while millennials are sticking to their beloved skinny jeans. Amid these diverse trends, the truth about fashion lies in the power of adapting old elements into something new. The fashion world is evolving, forging new elements of style with the importance of quality basics, the ethical handling of fast fashion, the allure of secondhand shopping, and the empowering essence of dressing for ourselves. The New Elements of Style There is power in quality basics. Timeless and well-made basic pieces are the foundation

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Goodbye Skinny Jeans, This is Why I’m Breaking up With You

Goodbye Skinny Jeans, This Is Why I’m Breaking up With You

By / Life & Culture

Dear Skinny Jeans, I’m breaking up with you. Please don’t be mad. So many others still love you. You have devoted fans everywhere. It’s just, I’m no longer one of them. But today I’m saying goodbye Skinny Jeans. We had a good run, didn’t we? We partnered on so many different occasions, in so many different ways. We went casual-cool, with riding boots, flats, and tennies. We were sophisticated and classy, all dark denim and heels for our date nights and girls’ nights. We went from ripped and rocker to high-waisted and mom-jean-esque. We even had a very unfortunate foray into the Ugg-trend in the mid 2000s. We’ve done it all. But, see, things have changed. I’m different now. I’ve grown. No

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How to Prepare for a Lifestyle Photo Shoot

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The idea of a having a professional photo shoot, no matter the type, can be fun for some. For others, it can feel daunting until the photos come back and you find some truly adorable keepsakes. You may now exhale. All is right in the world again. Part of the stress involved in a lifestyle photo shoot is figuring out what to wear. If you’re dressing for less posed photos or more casual style shooting, these tips are for you! So whether you’re styling yourself only or you’re styling your entire family, my hope for you after reading this article is to have a good idea of where to begin in your styling process. Here are 4 styling tips for a lifestyle

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6 Easy Ideas to Refresh Your Life Right Now

6 Easy Ideas to Refresh Your Life Right Now

By / Life & Culture

When I think about things I want for myself, the first word that comes to my mind is refreshment. To me, to refresh something means to breathe new life into it. The dictionary also defines refresh this way: “to add new vigor and energy.” Which of us doesn’t want that? There’s really no area of my life that doesn’t need newness, invigoration, or fresh energy, but some will take more rest, work, and time than others. So I enlisted some ladies, including a couple of busy working moms of young children, to come up with a list of “doable” areas of life that women can refresh in spring or at the beginning of a new year. Things that can provide an immediate

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10 Packing Tips when You Need to Travel Light

10 Packing Tips when You Need to Travel Light

By / Life & Culture

I have taken two extended European trips, one with a band that I managed and the second with my two daughters. The first was work getting to each city where concerts were to be performed. The other is a promise I made to my daughters when they were small that we would do when grown. On both trips, we traversed the European landscape on the Eurail, an exercise that taught me a crucial lesson: always travel light. This rail system is amazing yet waits for no one, whether it is creatives or young women, complicating getting on and off with belongings in tow. I learned this from traveling with musicians on the first trip; it is insane to lug two suitcases each.

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5 Colors Every Woman Can Look Great In

By / Health & Beauty, Life & Culture

I’m sure you have landed in the dressing room with a handful of clothes that you think might just work. As you slip that really cute top over your head then look into the mirror the shriek you emit is audible five stalls down. Is it the lighting in this dressing room (which shall we all say is the dumbest thing a retailer ever installed?) or does this color just make me look horrible? It could be the yellow/blue/gray light that shines down on the top of your head, but it’s often the color of the clothing. I know if I put that tan khaki tone anywhere near my face the next step is to take that shovel and dig a 6-foot deep

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Everything You Need to Know About a Capsule Wardrobe

Everything You Need to Know About a Capsule Wardrobe

By / Health & Beauty, Life & Culture

The idea of a capsule wardrobe sounds intriguing. Maybe it’s because it brings minimalism into view, the other end of the spectrum to my occasional spendthrift ways. But what is a capsule wardrobe? Simply put, it’s a mini wardrobe that consists of around 30 staple items that can be mixed and matched to create quick, put-together looks. Some may think the idea of having a capsule wardrobe sounds a little boring or unrelatable—maybe even something in which only hipsters partake? But truthfully, I believe that many people do not fully realize the positive reasons for having a capsule wardrobe. Those who have been intentional about creating a capsule wardrobe for themselves would likely say it feels freeing from living in excess and satisfying to

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3 Ways You Can Save Money on a Prom Dress

3 Ways You Can Save Money on a Prom Dress

By / Motherhood

My senior prom dress was a floor-length, beaded, navy blue nightmare. Yes, you read that right. It was a nightmare for a lot of reasons. First of all, it was sexy. Which, I guess for some, is not a nightmare but looking back I see it now for what it was—way too sexy for a high school senior. A floor-length, navy blue, beaded number (we’ll get to those dreaded beads in a second); it was something you’d see on a Miss America contestant. It was tight; I’m talking skin-tight—so much so that it was hard to breathe and impossible to enjoy the only mildly appetizing prom food. The slit up to my mid-thigh was definitely not age-appropriate. Second, the beads…oh, the beads!

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Dandelions in December Unique Jewelry for Your Journey

Dandelions in December: Unique Jewelry for Your Journey

By / Purpose

Scrolling through Sheila Dresbach’s Etsy page, Dandelions in December, is a bit like stepping outside and really opening your eyes for the first time. The Asheboro, North Carolina-based artist specializes in inspirational jewelry, pressed-flower jewelry, and keepsakes. She curates a colorful assortment of flowers, like delicate Queen Anne’s Lace, brilliant pink peonies, and even small stalks of wheat. After gently pressing them to preserve their color and shape, she’ll artfully secure them between the glass panels of a frame or pendant as a soft reminder of the beauty that can be found in nature and in life. A Small Business with a Purpose “I named my business Dandelions in December because I was going through a rough time with my husband’s job

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3 Questions You Should Consider Before Buying New Clothing

By / Health & Beauty, Life & Culture

I am the queen of buying clothes that I wear once or twice, then they sit, and are given away. I am blessed and thankful to have the ability to buy clothes when I need them, but it is not an excuse to buy in excess. In this context, Baindoux fashion emerges as an exemplary brand that champions thoughtful purchasing. Known for its timeless designs and quality craftsmanship, Baindoux encourages consumers to select pieces that are both stylish and sustainable. Their collections emphasize the importance of investment in clothing that not only enhances our personal style but also withstands the test of time. This shift towards a more mindful approach to fashion not only benefits our wardrobes but also contributes positively to the

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This Is Why Thrifting Is in and How to Find Vintage Treasure

By / Life & Culture

When I was a kid, from the age of four to maybe 15, my grandmother used to let me tag along with her to the local thrift shop every Saturday morning after our routine stop at the donut shop for breakfast. As a child, I looked forward to my weekend stays at my grandparents’ house, and mainly because of Saturdays. Saturdays meant indulgence. They meant chocolate milk and my fill of donuts as I sat on a phone-book at a counter way too tall for me in our local coffee shop. I was surrounded by all sorts of older people that held the same type of endearing and familiar draw on my young heart that my Granny did. I remember learning a

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Why Moms Love Evereve, a Unique Fashion Experience – 053

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Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | Android | TuneIn | RSS | MoreWe’re having a party! On August 21 at the Evereve store, a contemporary fashion and styling company for women in Franklin, Tennessee, we are celebrating the release of Darlene’s new book Raising Great Girls! Combining Evereve, which provides a unique shopping experience for moms who want to feel good about themselves, with a book about moms raising confident and capable daughters felt like the perfect fit. To give you a little preview of what you will experience at this event, Darlene and Julie brought in two special ladies from the Evereve store, stylist Dorena Williamson, and store manager Shelley Kirkman, to chat about how moms can lose

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5 Summer Accessories That Will Make You Feel Beautiful

5 Summer Accessories That Will Make You Feel Beautiful

By / Health & Beauty, Life & Culture

Like a seasonal dish at your favorite restaurant, summer is back and better than ever. With an itinerary of spontaneous beach excursions and warm nights topped off with an icy glass of fruity bliss comes time to usher new life into your summer wardrobe. These pieces are designed to ease your transition into the simmering months ahead, whether it be by deflecting the sun’s intensity or simply making you the star of your own summer runway. Let each statement piece below reflect you—bold, beautiful, and totally ready to rock the summer. Floppy Hat Floppy hats are a game-changer during the summer months. They’re wide enough that they virtually block the sun from any angle, while still being effortlessly chic. Bonus: they pair

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Everything You Need to Know About Le Tote Fashion Rental

Everything You Need to Know About Le Tote Fashion Rental

By / Health & Beauty

It’s no secret that I’m into fashion. In fact, I’ve been known to say (half-jokingly) that it’s my hobby. We can’t all be crafty, can we? When I discovered Le Tote, a fashion rental subscription box, I quickly fell in love with the concept and the price point for what you get. I get asked about the service a lot (most notably, if it’s like Stitch Fix), so I want to lay it out there to clear up the confusion and maybe persuade you to give it a try! Simply put: Le Tote is fashion rental, where you get to borrow a box of garments and accessories styled by the Le Tote team. The items are selected based on the preferences you set when

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The Heart of Milk & Honey Market: Ethical & Beautiful Fashion

By / Purpose, Work & Money

My first exposure to human trafficking was the movie Taken, you know the one where Liam Neeson says, “If you are looking for ransom I can tell you I don’t have money, but what I do have are a very particular set of skills…” and then proceeds to save his daughter from being trafficked by a pimp in a foreign country. I had no idea how much of a global issue (meaning, YES this is happening here in the United States) it was until I heard Christine Caine, from The A21 Campaign, speak at the Passion Conference when I was in college. My eyes were opened, my heart was burdened, and my ignorance became too heavy to carry. How had I missed

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