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How To Find Your Perfect Flare Jeans

October 16, 2015 · In: "How To" Style Guide

Based on how much I’m seeing flared jeans styled on mannequins in stores, I think it’s safe to say they are back. I am thrilled! This style is a great investment and choosing the right pair involves knowing your body…

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Print Mixing. 6 easy tips to mixing your prints.

How to Print Mix in 6 Easy Steps Right Now

October 9, 2015 · In: "How To" Style Guide

How to Print Mix Once a faux pas, recently a trend, now a skill for all fashionistas: Pattern mixing is a great way to expand your wardrobe without spending money. Alison Freer, costume designer and author of How to Get…

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Fall Capsule Wardrobe 2015

Fall Capsule Wardrobe

October 2, 2015 · In: Capsule Wardrobes

Fall is here – my favorite season for style! Modesty isn’t an issue, and the wonderful addition of layers opens so many creative doors. Disclaimer: I am not a professional fashion blogger. This capsule is not the most fashion forward, on trend collection….

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Spring/Summer 2015 10 Item Capsule Wardrobe

Summer Wardrobe Review

September 27, 2015 · In: Capsule Wardrobes

In a previous post on my 10 Item Wardrobe, I shared how I whittled down my wardrobe to 10 core items to simplify my life. The purpose was to save time, money and energy for more meaningful activities. This experiment was a success…

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how to wear a poncho, ruana or cape

How to Wear the Poncho, Ruana, or Cape

September 25, 2015 · In: "How To" Style Guide

Ruanas, ponchos, capes – the look for fall is drapey. Most stores have already rolled out some variety of these wraps, from plaids, stripes to ethnic patterns – all with various price ranges. The color block, Aztec, or graphic designs are the…

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How to Wear Fringe

September 18, 2015 · In: "How To" Style Guide

This month on NYFW (New York Fashion Week), fringe frenzy hit the runways and streets. Here are some subtle ways to incorporate the trend into your wardrobe without breaking the bank or looking like an extra from Pocahontas. For the…

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Plaid Scarf: A Fall and Winter Staple

September 15, 2015 · In: "How To" Style Guide

One accessory I’ve consistently seen pop up on style blogs in fall is the plaid scarf, so I was thrilled to find one at Ross for $6.00. Even better, it was a set of two: one red and navy plaid…

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Spring/Summer 2015 10 Item Capsule Wardrobe

My 10 Item Wardrobe

September 13, 2015 · In: Capsule Wardrobes

Spring-Summer 2015 A closet full of clothes but nothing to wear! In an attempt to eliminate the frantic scramble to put myself together before the kids wake up, I decided to simplify my wardrobe. Most of us don’t picture ourselves as…

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How to Wear Two-Tone Jewelry Like A Red Carpet Star

September 10, 2015 · In: "How To" Style Guide

My first big girl purchase after I graduated from college was a watch. The job I landed was at an entertainment public relations firm in LA’s affluent west side. (Think Beverly Hills, Bell Air, Santa Monica).  I figured I would…

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shannonaprilstylist

Iconic, authority-aligned style for visionary women stepping into their next level.
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Why you’re still second-guessing what to wear—even Why you’re still second-guessing what to wear—even though your closet is full.It isn’t because you need more options.It’s because every piece was purchased without a clear understanding of what truly works for you and represents you.Without that foundation, getting dressed becomes a daily negotiation:Is this polished enough?
Does this feel like me?
Am I trying too hard?
Do I look credible?
Do I belong in this room?For a founder, that second-guessing doesn’t stay in the closet. It follows you onto camera, into meetings and into the rooms where you need to speak, lead and allow yourself to be seen.Your wardrobe doesn’t create your confidence—but it can reinforce your self-belief or quietly chip away at it.You don’t need clothes that turn you into someone else. You need a clear strategy for choosing clothes that accurately represent who you already are and the next-level version of yourself you are stepping into.That’s the work we do in the Iconic Blueprint.During this personalized experience, we identify:• The silhouettes that support your proportions
• The colors that bring you to life
• The style direction that feels authentic and recognizable
• The foundation you need to make more intentional wardrobe decisionsThis isn’t personal shopping or outfit creation. It’s the strategy that comes first.The Iconic Blueprint is $797 and available through the link in my bio.If you’re ready to stop second-guessing your wardrobe and start showing up with greater confidence and clarity, begin with the Iconic Blueprint.#TheIconicMethod #WomenWhoLead #FemaleFounders #PersonalBrandStyle #BayAreaPersonalStylist
What is one word you want your clothes to help you What is one word you want your clothes to help you embody?Not what you want your outfit to look like.What do you want it to help you embody?Serene?
Powerful?
Approachable?
Energized?
Bold?Your answer can tell you more about what is missing from your wardrobe than another list of seasonal trends.Leave your word below. I may respond with one clothing quality that can help you begin creating that vibe.Comment your ONE word
#womeninbusiness #stylepsychology TheIconicMethod
Your clothes can give you energy—or drain it. Whe Your clothes can give you energy—or drain it.When I’m already tired and working through brain fog, the last thing I need is an outfit that requires more effort from me.I want soft fabrics, easy movement and nothing fighting my body. Comfortable, easy clothes give me more energy and help me move forward with my day.But when I need to make decisions, lead or do something that feels slightly intimidating, I often want structure.High-rise denim, a defined waist or a strong shoulder  help me feel held together and ready.Neither type of support is better.The real skill is recognizing which one you need before you get dressed.What do you need from your clothes today:
FREEDOM
or
STRUCTURE?Tell me below.#TheIconicMethod #PersonalStylist #ExecutiveStyle #WomenWhoLead #SanFranciscoBayArea
Your outfit can look “on point” — yet still feel c Your outfit can look “on point” — yet still feel completely wrong.Because getting dressed isn’t only about what looks good on your body.It’s also about what your heart and soul need from your clothing that day.Do you need to feel grounded?
Powerful?
Approachable?
Creative?
Bold?The structure, movement, color and feel of your clothes can all support that intention.Your next-level style shouldn’t feel like a costume.It should feel like a fuller, more intentional and authentic expression of who you already are—and who you are stepping into.It should meet you where you are, support what you need today and help carry you toward where you’re going.This is the deeper work behind the Iconic Blueprint: a personalized style strategy that helps you understand your most supportive silhouettes, strategic colors and authentic style direction.The Iconic Blueprint is available now through the link in my bio.Not sure if it’s the right place to begin? DM me “BLUEPRINT”#TheIconicMethod #PersonalStylist #ExecutiveStyle #WomenWhoLead #SanFranciscoBayArea
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