Woven Wedge Sandal Set your toes free! This woven wedge sandal is a pretty example of warm weather footwear that can be worn throughout spring and summer. Although some people like to live in flipflops all season long, (we’re talking to you, Vancouver) a proper sandal will keep you warm-weather casual without looking like you are…
photo credit I attend a professional conference for my day job about once a year. I’ve realized over the years that the outfit planning stage is one of my favourite parts of the whole experience. Of course the mental stimulation and the networking is why I pay the big fees, but I really do enjoy…
This sweet striped top with cut-out shoulders (aka a cold shoulder top) and a zippered back can be a great piece to add a little fun to your outfits this spring. It could be your feature piece or part of the supporting cast. The narrow stripe is a subtle pattern that mixes well with any…
photo credit Complement Your Face Though sometimes accessorizing can feel too complicated to bother with, accessories are a valuable tool for developing and expressing your own personal style. Accessories can be the icing on the cake, and that icing can make all the difference to your outfit style. Statement earrings will immediately draw attention…
 photo credit Have you ever heard someone say, “wow, you look great for your age!”or perhaps something like, “She looks really good for a big woman”? The intention of the compliment may be positive, but it is a backhanded compliment, nevertheless. How about simply, “you look great!”? A few weeks ago, I met an 82…
Even though January in this part of the world is not too cold, it is still considered sweater weather. Come September each year I pull out all of my sweaters from the bin under my bed and I wear them with glee, even sometimes if the temperatures are still on the warm side. By the…
At The Joy of Style, we are certainly about making the best use of the clothes you already have hanging in your closet. We love the idea of remixing your wardrobe so you have more ways to wear the things you own. Take a look at those pieces you have designated as items for special…
This Style Fix post is about fit. Dress to fit the body you have now, not the one you wish to have or the one you used to have. At The Joy of Style, we want you to celebrate you just as you are. Whatever journey you are on with your body, we support you. You…
At The Joy of Style (formerly Yummy Mummy Makeovers), we support your desire to wear comfortable clothes you feel great in. In fact, that is how we always want you to dress. In addition to being comfortable and feeling great however, we know you also want to look put-together and stylish. With that in mind,…
As cozy as a sweater and so simple to style, what Canadian girl doesn’t want one of these in her closet? details (Originally Posted on our former blog November 6, 2015)