One easy way to pack light is to pack some staple pieces and then pack accessories to change up the looks. This is a perfect example of a black faux leather moto jacket that can be dressed up with a skirt or worn over a dress. Or you can wear it with jeans or leggings.
You can really change the look of the outfit just by changing the scarf and earrings. Scarves and earrings don’t take up much room in a suitcase and can really help you create so many more outfit combinations! So get creative and have fun with your wardrobe!
I love adding accessories to really elevate an outfit. I have even been known on more than one occasion to create a whole outfit starting with an accessory like a scarf, necklace or earrings. I found this beautiful pink and blue Ikat scarf at the local consignment shop, My Secret Closet, and I just had to get it. That is one thing I love about Consignment and thrift shops is you never know what you might find. It is kind of like a scavenger hunt.
Once I got home I realized that I am drawn to this color palette quite a bit. This art by Jenna Webb Art has similar colors to the outfit and I have always loved it. I also have photos of bright pink flowers and pictures of the Amalfi Coast with all the blues and pinks. I Iove just about any shade of blue and pairing a hot pink with it just gives it that extra pop!
There are so many great sources of color inspiration around us. What colors are you constantly drawn to? I bet if you look around in your home or closet you will see some color themes!
Don’t you just love Pantones colors for Fall/Winter of this year?
There are some great bright colors you would not expect going into Fall and Winter.
However, there are plenty of great neutrals as well for those of you that like a more classic and neutral wardrobe.
I am a big believer in layering in the Fall and Winter. There are many pieces of my wardrobe that I use year round so I am loving that I can incorporate some of these brighter shades like Rose Violet, Amazon and Waterspout.
So what do these color predictions really mean? Well one of the biggest benefits is if you regularly wear any of these shades and want to add more pieces to your wardrobe they will be much easier to find in the stores. That means you can shop within your budget because multiple price points are available. You can also shop thrift and consignment stores and buy things secondhand. These are great ways to add to your wardrobe on a budget and have fun discovering new brands.
One of my favorite ways to help my clients is to teach them to shop their closets first. We create new outfits using interesting color combos and accessories they haven’t tried yet. Once we identify what colors and styles you are drawn to it is so much easier to make a small shopping list of any pieces you may be missing. Don’t forget adding even just one great accessory like a scarf or piece of jewelry can totally elevate an outfit!
Are you stuck in a style rut? Look around you for inspiration. Let these new colors for the season inspire you. Check out Pinterest or catalogs or store windows. Challenge yourself to create a new outfit using what you already have!
I have been helping women organize their closets for over 15 years, yet there is one common theme: many women are frustrated with the state of their closets and wardrobes. Looking at your closet with a fresh perspective and an objective opinion can make all the difference, yet you don’t have to go out and buy a whole new wardrobe to achieve these goals!
For example, most women have plenty to wear already in their closets, and more often than not, rediscovering enjoyment in choosing what you wear is really just a matter of editing and styling your current wardrobe to create new looks and inspire confidence.
Therefore, having a professional to provide an objective opinion and give advice to help you move forward, can make a big difference in helping you simplify and curate your current wardrobe.
The Process
Goal is to create a more functional and streamlined closet
Help you to make decisions on which clothes to sell or donate
Create shopping lists to help fill in any missing “holes” in your wardrobe
Mix and match existing wardrobe to create and style new looks
Create outfits that fit your lifestyle
Assist with packing for trips
Organize your closet in a way that is beautiful and easy to maintain
Shop your closet
The benefits of a streamlined closet
Be inspired to look your best
Build your confidence
Eliminate decision fatigue
Save money and time spent on shopping
Have some outfits styled and ready to wear
Love your clothes again
“Beauty Begins the Moment You Decide to Be Yourself” – Coco Chanel
