Spring into Color!

Check out the softer side of Sears for the tops above.


Well, it looks like spring might be right around the corner, or at least it is getting slighter warmer for some. It has been a long winter for most which means you may be ready for spring to finally bloom. Why not burst into April wearing the brightest colors and plant some florals into your wardrobe. The stores are full of wonderful textures and wild prints this season. So, dig yourself out of the snow, throw on your walking shoes and go shopping.

Ten Most Essential Wardrobe Elements

Are you cleaning out your wardrobe for the spring? Not sure what to keep or buy? Well check out The Ten Most Essential Wardrobe Elements. All of the pieces can be found on line and are all under a 100 bucks. Happy Shopping!!

The Ten Elements are mostly classic pieces, but what's important is whether they fit you properly, are not outdated, and bring out your best features. They are pieces that can be worn with your current wardrobe. Check out the blogs below for the The Ten Most Essential Wardrobe Elements.

1. Basic Black Dress

1. Basic Black Dress- OR basic brown, grey, navy any color that flatters your skin tone

Find at: Jcpenny.com

2. Trench Coat

2. Trench Coat- never know when you will be caught out on a rainy day...good staple

Find at: Sears.com

3. Dress Pants

3. Dress Pants- Does not have to be black, could be brown or gray, but every girl should own a flattering black pant

Find at: Nyandcompany.com

4. Classic Shirt

4. Classic Shirt- not just a white shirt anymore, find colors and styles that flatter your figure

Find at: JcPenny.com

5. Jeans

5. Jeans- Wide leg, skinny, low rise; find the fit that flatters you

Find at: Macys.com

6. Any Occasion Top

6. Any Occasion Top- Find a flattering color and style that can be worn under a jacket; then for fun after work

Find at: Macys.com

7. Skirt

7. Skirt- why dress like a man, wear a skirt with a suit, or as a separate piece

Find at: JcPenny.com

8. Day Dress

8. Day Dress- Nothing wrong with dressing up for the day

Find at: Walmart.com

9. Jacket

9. Jacket- very functional piece, wear with Jeans, or over a dress

Find at: JcPenny.com

10. Sweatshirt Alternative

10. Sweatsuit Alternative- look casual, but not sloppy, find a fashionable sweatsuit
Find at : Walmart.com

New Years Resolutions

Happy New Year to All! Yes, I am finally back from taking a long holiday, which I did not intend on taking. Some how the holidays happened and I realized I have not written anything in a month. So, my new years resolution is to write a blog every week. I know, I know we never keep our resolutions, but I will not disappoint my readers this year!

Speaking of resolutions, what was your resolution this year? Did you you promise to eat better, lose ten pounds and run ten miles? Or Did you vow to clean out your house and or closets to make a fresh start to the year? Well, if you said yes to either I have some helpful tips on what to do with your clothing items that no longer fit. Or those items that have been hiding in your closet, way in the back, collecting dust. You know the ones I am referring to, t-shirts from the concerts you saw in the 80's, chenille sweaters with large cowl necks which you thought would come back in style. Well, it is time to dig into those closets and get real with yourself; are you really going to wear that jacket with mountain sized shoulder pads?

Tips for what to do with clothing items:

1. If your items do not have holes in them find your nearest goodwill or thrift store, they are in need of clothes this year. Or better yet find the local women shelter.

2. If items are truly worn out or really out dated throw them in the trash!

3. Check to see the reason you have not worn the item is due to lack or ironing or needs buttons. Replace buttons and get out that ironing board. Or take them to dry cleaning and have them pressed.

4. Think the item is out dated, well think again, layering is huge right now. Take out that turtleneck, throw a tank under it, then wear a long belted cardigan over the layers. Put with cute jeans and fun boots....you have an outfit.

5. If, you really do lose those tens pounds you may find your clothes will not fit the same. In the blog below check out ways to tailor items that are too big or a little out dated. See pictures below

For even more tips see my website, or contact me for a consult, www.wardrobestoat.com. Make a fresh start to your New Year And stick to it!!!!

Tailoring Tips for Your Wardrobe!

Get Great Fitting Pants
Tighten the seat
take in the seat so the fabric does not bunch or gather
Narrow the Inseams
with slimmer inseams the pants will fall gracefully from the hips

Slim down a blouse
Rein in the arms
add structure to a loose sleeve by giving it a bubble hem
Trim the waist
even a flouncy blouse needs shape, bring in the sides, for more flattering shape

Streamline a Blazer
Slim the sleeves
taper boxy sleeves so there is an added separation between arms and waist
Nip in at the waist
give a blazer instant shape by having the sides brought in