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As a stylist, I’m going to encourage you to shop sometimes – it’s part of my job, after all. But what I am NEVER going to do is encourage you to spend beyond your means, or to spend more than you need to. It’s so easy to do both of those things nowadays, because online […]

In a world that often equates beauty with thinness, it’s way too easy to feel pressured to conform to unrealistic beauty standards. It’s so frustrating. Every woman has a complex physical makeup that differs from everyone around her. We all have different genetics, heights, and muscle to fat ratios… and you can only change the […]

Every woman goes through periods when her personal style feels disconnected from her current self. As we grow and evolve, our wardrobe choices need to adapt accordingly; otherwise, our clothing can feel out of alignment with who we are. And who we are is many things – not the least of which is what we […]

I don’t know about you, my friend, but I don’t feel like Fall lasts nearly as long as it should. But perhaps that’s the reason I love it so much – because it doesn’t stick around for long! I could do with at least another month of crunchy, changing leaves, cooler afternoons (not freezing, thank […]

Pumpkin spice lattes are back and all the fall decor has hit the shelves! I’m so excited about the temps starting to cool down, all of the fun fall activities, and most importantly – the fall fashion! I can’t wait to see all of the street styles out of New York Fashion Week, too. There’s […]

If you had told me years ago that I would have a successful 13-year career as a corporate fashion executive, I would never have believed you! Growing up, I never imagined that I’d even set foot in a corporate office, let alone get sent all over the world. But I’ve done it. Hundreds of my […]

My Polished clients are all high-achieving professional women, and they don’t have the time to worry about what they’re going to wear! It can be incredibly time consuming and stressful to not be able to easily make that decision every day. And it’s even more so if our look isn’t aligned with our lifestyle and […]

It’s about that time, my friend. The Fall 2024 Polished Trend Report is here! You know I’m all about making sure you stay current. I’m not about to let you look outdated! And believe me when I say that the items on this trend report transcend age and budget. These are all accessible, and not […]

Have you noticed that your all black outfit no longer brings you joy? Sure, black is a staple color for any woman’s chic wardrobe, and for some it’s an industry uniform. But the truth is, wearing all black with zero pop of color is boring… and frankly, my friend, it looks depressing. Let’s talk about […]

There comes a time in every woman’s life when her closet just stops working for her. (You know that feeling – and it’s the worst.) Nothing fits, nothing flatters, and there’s no excitement in picking an outfit. You’re stuck returning to the same outfits that just barely work for her, while dreaming of so much […]

There are really not a lot of things I love more than a runway show. And they’re not just about showcasing clothing, my friend! Each show tells a different story about a brand, about its philosophy and its values. It’s always fascinating to me to see who pushes the envelope, who is memorable and who […]

Are you ready to seize every professional opportunity that comes your way? Are you looking for tips to show up confidently in every space you walk into? Whether you’re a networking pro or just stepping out for the first time – as a professional woman, you’ve got to hear about this. Join me on August […]