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My friend, it’s almost time! It’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for. The specials I’ve been teasing for the last week are just around the corner. Are you ready for what’s about to hit your inbox every day next week? Then keep on reading to find out about our Polished + Black Friday Week: […]

The holiday season is approaching, and with it comes your office holiday parties! They’re the perfect moment to celebrate the year’s successes, bond with colleagues, and enjoy some well-deserved fun (on the boss’s dime!). However, deciding what to wear can feel like a challenge. I know the feeling – trying to strike the right balance […]

Professional women know that confidence isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity. It empowers us as we build meaningful relationships, lead with purpose, and level up our careers (and our goals in the process!). But true confidence begins with embracing our bodies exactly as they are today. I know this is easier said than done, but […]

The retail landscape has shifted, and if you’ve ever found yourself overwhelmed by online shopping, you’re not alone! One thing I consistently hear from my clients is how tricky it can be to navigate all the options out there. That’s why I’ve put together a curated list of the top 10 retailers for professional women […]

Publishing blogs for my incredible Polished community – and for the world! – is one of my favorite things about this work. There’s a special place in my heart for you, my virtual reader friend! Even if I’ve never met you, it means the world to me that you keep up with my tips, suggestions, […]

In case no one’s told you today: you deserve it. You deserve to love what you see in the mirror, and to feel amazing every day – inside and out. You deserve the opportunities you’re grinding for. And you deserve the confidence you see in other women and crave for yourself. So what’s holding you […]

Can I let you in on a secret? I turned 51 last year, and my tried-and-true beauty products and routines are no longer working like a charm! As we evolve and transition into different stages in our lives, especially after 40, we need to make some shifts. It’s essential to ensure that everything you do […]

Now that we’ve FINALLY entered fall, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about upgrading your footwear for the season! Fall boots are more than just a practical choice for cooler weather – they’re a statement piece that can elevate any outfit, whether you’re heading out for a longer walk through the city or trying […]

Your professional appearance matters. Not because your clothes determine your talent, experience, or ability, but because how you present yourself influences how people perceive you before they fully understand what you bring to the table. I have spent my career in the fashion industry and more than 15 years helping professional women align their image […]

Remote work and virtual meetings are here to stay, which means your professional presence on platforms like Zoom is just as important as how you present yourself in person. Virtual interactions can be tough, though! Even though you’re physically distant… your appearance, behavior, and environment are on full display in that little square. How you […]

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 […]