Style Blog

Recently several clients and friends have asked me how to deal with dressing in the summer with the vastly varying temperatures either going from:

-Arctic office conditions to sweltering desert heat outside or
-Starting the day off at a cool 65°F in the morning with the mercury rising to 95°F in the afternoon.

While we’ve all heard that layering is crucial especially in Colorado, it can often be a bit of a nebulous concept that usually brings winter sports to mind versus dressing for an office day, out and about seeing clients, or even keeping up with the kids.  Continue reading the artice…

I have been touting white all season now, and I absolutely love the “Little White Dress.” On the right is the picture of mine–I’ve had it four years and have worn it several times. Just like a little black dress, one can truly do almost anything with a white dress.

I did silver and crystal with it in this picture, but for my High School Reunion this weekend, I am pairing it with gold leather platform sandals and gold jewelry. I’m off to find a handbag. Gold might seem the natural choice, but that is just a bit too “matchy matchy” for  me. I’m thinking of a bright patent clutch.  Continue reading the artice…

I just returned from Chicago late last week after a week’s vacation. And yes, I can affirm–it’s hot there! I knew I’d be doing a lot of shopping, so I took along some casual dresses. I know this might sound dressy for vacation, but truly my dresses were the coolest items I wore. I’ve said it before, skirts and dresses are far cooler than pants. (I was baffled by women wearing jeans and maxi dresses!)

Other pluses for these cotton knit sundresses:
- They don’t wrinkle. I wore one of mine the last day of the trip and it didn’t need ironing.
-They can be casual with thongs or dressed up in a pinch with a heel and jewelry.

Okay, it’s 2010. There’s just one thing I want to know. Why, with all of our technology, can’t the shoe industry make a really cute walking shoe?

I’m getting ready for a trip to Chicago for shopping and sight-seeing later this week. Just last week I realized I haven’t made any improvements in my walking shoe wardrobe since I battled with it for Europe 2 years ago. To add insult to injury, not only do I need something for lots of walking, but I am also battling tendinitis in my ankle, so that cuts out certain styles as well.  Continue reading the artice…

Even when the heat is oppressive like today, it’s still important to your image to accessorize. I personally find that necklaces, especially statement pieces can be hot in the warmer months, (although mostly on really hot days when I’m out and about a lot.) Rather than foregoing jewelry altogether, why not go for an earring-bracelet combination. Stacks of thin bangles and other light weight bracelets are perfect when the mercury rises.

For “off-work” times, leaving your neck bare with an open/low cut or strapless top or dress can be an almost surprising look, leaving you refreshed and cool!  Continue reading the artice…

I got an e-mail the other day from Anthropologie and even after going to the web site haven’t been able to delete it. I absolutely love this look!  With this next statement, you’ll think I’m crazy, but I could never wear the sweater (wrong green-wrong pattern-too bulky,) and I’m not crazy about plaid. What I like is the color combination, black/white/green. (I typically wear more of a lime or apple green over the grass green.) It’s a classic color combo and can be worn year round; And it’s perfectly professional (business casual) to boot!  Continue reading the artice…

Although I usually limit my blog to wardrobe topics, I have to share my favorite product with you!

Jergens Natural Glow is an amazing way to “get a tan” without exposing your skin to harmful rays. It’s a combination moisturizer and self tanner. It’s light and works gradually, so if you’re not applying it evenly you can correct it more easily than with  normal self tanners.

My skin tone is medium, and I naturally tan quickly, so I use the Firming formula for Medium to Tan skin tones. While cellulite isn’t a big concern for me, I have noticed that the “firming,” seems to work, and my cellulite is virtually invisible.  Continue reading the artice…

More than any other Sex and the City character, Miranda’s style has evolved the most. In Sex and the City 2, Miranda, the no-nonsense lawyer and mother of the group is on vacation and at last able to let her hair down and loosen up from her suits.

Although Miranda is still “the one who wears suits,” they’re beautiful suits and jackets with the gorgeous shoes the show is known for. In addition to suits, she wears elegant, work appropriate dresses in both silk and more substantial fabrics.  Continue reading the artice…

Whimsical, quirky, fun, one-of-a-kind, fashion forward, and flamboyant…all words to describe Carrie Bradshaw’s style. I mean who else would wear a teal feather sticking straight up out of her bridal veil?  Oh, and I should add that she’s all of the above tied up with a bow. Carrie always has a soft feminine quality to her style.

(If you’re a Sex and the City fan, you’ll recognize Carrie and the gang’s style. If not, click here and you’ll be easily caught up.)  Continue reading the artice…

We love our jeans. Whether you wear jeans for work, weekend or going out on the town, the following tips are sure to help you find a fabulous fit and love your jeans (and the way you look in them!)  Continue reading the artice…

• For the apple shaped woman (slim legs with weight in tummy and chest,) look for a higher rise with straight legs or wide legs, such as trouser jeans.
• For the triangle figure type: look for a contoured waist to prevent gaping. Straight legs or boot cut jeans with a dark wash are best.