In 2020, our society went from elevated outfits for the office with our co-workers to working from home offices wearing an“okay” top and sweatpants. For many of us, working from home came with obvious perks: flexibility, no morning commute, and comfort. But somewhere along the way, as our outfits began to fade into the background, … Read More
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Reflections from Portugal (and a woman I called “hot mom”)
I’m back from sabbatical and reflecting on everything Portugal gave us: the warmest sun, explosions of color, a new, tiny bathing suit for each one of us, fully unplugged time with Adam and Neo, and a slower, simpler pace of life that settled my nervous system (almost) all the way down – I mean, for … Read More
This Wasn’t the Sabbatical I Planned—It Was Better
Sending so much love from PORTUGAL! It’s been an absolute dream to be here with Neo and Adam – a much-needed (and sort of unplugged 😉) sabbatical. Taking a break is hard, and from our conversations, I know I’m not alone in that. So, this is your gentle reminder: We have to pause. I can’t wait to share all the … Read More
From Mantras to Swimsuits: How to Build Body Confidence This Summer
Summer is such a bittersweet season for a lot of people I work with. On the one hand, it’s full of joy – school’s out, the sun is shining, and vacations are calling. But with the sunshine often comes a little anxiety as the heat means lighter clothing, swimsuits and showing more skin. And, that’s … Read More
41 & Full of Gratitude: Birthday Reflections, Miracles, and a Gift Request
I’m writing this on the fly this morning as I woke up full of peace and gratefulness. No Bathing Suit Bash like last year, but we are heading to Portugal soon, and I want to share some birthday thoughts and ask you for a present. Here’s what I’m grateful for: ✨ My family’s health. As … Read More
This Is The One Response I’ve Been Using, And You Might Want to Too
I showed up for an appointment with someone I haven’t seen in a while. When I walked in she said, “You look so tiny! You look so good!” And, then she said it again. My response was I look good if I’m fat, too!” 😊 That’s it. That’s the blog post. 💛 Love you all to the … Read More
How To Take Charge of Your Wardrobe Before You Lose the 5 Pounds
Doesn’t it seem like everyone wants to lose 5 pounds? That no matter what size you are, there’s a slight wanting to just be a little thinner followed by a hesitation to invest in clothes until the “5 lbs” are gone. I was at dinner with some girlfriends this past weekend and we were planning … Read More
Spring Is the Perfect Time for a Wardrobe Cleaning!
Happy Spring! Here in Asheville, the winter hues are fading, and the bright, vibrant spring colors are starting to grace us with their presence. My dear friend, Stephanie, calls spring, “Baby Leaf Season!” I love the notion that we might all be being born again as fresh babies this time of year. This makes Spring … Read More
Trends: How to Stay True to You & Build Community!
While not universally exciting, laundry is my happy place 🧦🧺 (I guess I love clothes no matter what state they’re in 😉)! Sorting, spraying, and watching things spin around give me pause to reflect on my day. And, sometimes something dawns on me between cycles. I posted a reel about a conversation I had with my … Read More
How to Change Your Life by Simply Getting Dressed
What happens when you step out into the world fully dressed as your most authentic self? As a personal stylist working with men and women here in Asheville and all over the world, I’ve witnessed this change in a lot of people. For one of my incredible clients, it was more than just fashion—it was … Read More