Style Coaching™ vs. Personal Styling vs. DIY: What’s Right for You? When it comes to refining your style, you have plenty of options to consider. But which one is the best fit for you? Whether you’re looking for a…
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Dressing for Your Future Self
I recently listened to Dr. Benjamin Hardy’s audiobook Be Your Future Self Now and am currently obsessed with the concept of the “Future Self.” This involves making decisions and taking actions today that support the version of yourself you…
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Glasses – 4 critical style and function factors when choosing spectacular spectacles
For some people, wearing glasses starts in childhood, before they are old enough to tie their shoes. For the majority, though, it’s a natural part of aging. Poor vision sneaks up in middle age, becoming evident when they find…
7 Shiny Reasons Accessories Make the Perfect Mother’s Day Gift to Give or Receive You’re probably familiar with the saying, “You are not fully dressed until you’re wearing accessoriesâ€, but what does that really mean? Of course, when…
Every once in a while, you pass someone on the street who makes you do a double-take. The kind of person who exudes joy and a thirst for life. Their energy draws you in, and you think to yourself,…
Welcome to the COVID Closet Challenge! Inspired by stories of women who gave up clothing shopping for AN ENTIRE YEAR, I figured quarantine time is the ideal time to give it a go. The COVID Closet Challenge will run…
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A Bra Fitter is Your Bosom Buddy + Paper Label Trunk Show and Clothing Drive for DFS
Retiring in 2018 after 11 years as a fitness trainer left me feeling a bit empty inside. As much as I enjoy my one-on-one time with my personal styling clients, I missed the party atmosphere of my group…
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You’re invited! Spark joy AND save the planet. Two fashion events you can’t miss.
Does Your Wardrobe Spark Joy? Join me this Sunday from 11-5 at Dragon & Phoenix Designer Consignments where I will be in-store to help you “Make Your Closet Spark Joy!” Instead of going all Marie Kondo on everything you…
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Fashion Speaks the Language of First Nations. Kim Coltman on Personal Power and How Fashion Can Heal Us All – Women Going Places
KIM COLTMAN Founder and Executive Director, Fashion Speaks International Kamloops BC To call Kim Coltman driven is an extreme understatement. This woman of Metis heritage was born in the ’60s and grew up in Vancouver’s infamous Main and Hastings neighbourhood.…
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When Body Shaming is Disguised as Caring: an open letter to a concerned mom re her fat daughter
Dear Concerned Mom, I honestly believe you had good intentions calling me about your daughter. I completely trust you have her best interest at heart. You said your 20-something girl is quite overweight and wears clothes she ought not…
