It’s such a tease. You see a photo in a magazine or on Pinterest of a killer outfit you know you would rock. Then you whine with disappointment when you learn those specific items are not available in Canada. It…
Dee Clarke
5 Things I Learned as a Fitness Pro That Helped Me Become a Better Personal Stylist
I recently retired as a Fit 4 Two® Pre and Postnatal Fitness Trainer. For just over a decade, I had the pleasure of walking with women on their motherhood journey. It was a blast celebrating, as well as…
What is Self-Care Anyway? The World Health Organization defines self-care as the ability of individuals, families and communities to promote, maintain health, prevent disease and to cope with illness with or without the support of a health care provider.…
Up In Arms About Your Arms? – Simple and Timely Tips to Beat the Heat in Style
We’ve all got our hangups. Some of us don’t want our knees on display. Others want to camouflage their tummy. And a great number of us are afraid to reveal our arms. We often perceive them as too jiggly,…
The Stylish Mom’s ABC’s – Easy Tips to Dump the Frump
The Stylish Mom’s ABC’s The majority of our clients are mothers, and 100% of them tell us they want to stop feeling frumpy. For many moms, comfort, ease, what’s clean, (and can I breastfeed in this?) become the main considerations…
Professional Women – Don’t Waste Your Time Focusing on This
This article about Disney’s portrayal of women stoked a fire inside me. From a very early age we are fed these stories of how our beauty (read: f*ckable factor) determines our worth. I mean, look what we’re up against, Ladies!…
LBD Gala – A Fashion and Fundraising Event for At Risk Youth – Spring 2017
Mara and I had the pleasure of attending the LBD Gala on Friday, May 26. We had gone to the LBD Gala in the fall of 2016 and were delighted to be invited to the spring event. Not only was it…
Entrepreneurs – 3 Things You Must Know to Get Ahead in Business
Last week, Mara and I had the privilege of spending 3 days at the Forum for Women Entrepreneurs E-Series. E-Series is a once-a-year intensive business program designed to help female entrepreneurs grow their empire. We met lady bosses from all walks…
I’m a bit snobby when it comes to my skin care products. For one, I refuse to buy anything tested on animals. Secondly, if a product contains “fragrance” or parabens or ingredients known to be carcinogenic, endocrine disruptive or harmful…
Suits and Blazers- 3 Ways to Breathe New Life into Your Old Favourites
On more than one occasion, I have looked into the deepest crevices of a client’s closet and found beautiful, quality, classic, work appropriate suits and blazers. When asked why these pieces were at the back of the closet…