To Wash or Not Wash

Ever wonder how often you should wash your leggings, sweaters, winter wear?
I know we all hate doing the laundry and want our clothing to last longer so sometimes we don't wash clothing as often as we need to...

And another thing, why does everything say "hand wash only"? No one is really going to hand wash all their clothing {{who has time for that!}} No worries here! All the staples at Lyn-Maree's have been seriously tested by Emma herself {who is a terrible laundress, so if she hasn't ruined it, you should be just fine}. My biggest tip for everything is Garment Bag - Cold Water - Gentle Cycle - Hang or Lay Flat to Dry

So after some research {and what I personally do} here is what I have found.

Leggings/Yoga Pants - Every 2 wears

                *Unless you worked out in them, then ONE wear, putting on clothing you have previously sweated in can clog your pores with your own bacteria {{yuck}}

                How to Wash - gentle cycle, cold water, and hang dry {if they are a nicer material you can pop in the dryer for a few minutes on de-wrinkle *NIKIBIKI can be dried for a few minutes no problem} 

Scarves - 4 times a season 

               {Of course this may depend on how often you wear them.}

               How to Wash -  place your scarf is in a garment bag, gentle cycle, cold water, and lay flat to dry, do not wring them out {as long as the scarf is not wool you should be able to pop it in the dryer on de-wrinkled for a few minutes then lay flat to dry}

Hats - 2-4 a season 

                 Assuming your hat didn't get all kinds of sweaty, once a month of wear should be fine. 

                How to Wash - Knit/Crochet hat - wash on the gentle cycle, cold water, lay flat to dry, do not wring them out. 

                 Cloche or felt {formed hats} - not really washable. Use Down dish soap and cool water to spot clean and use a Lysol to de-germ the interior of the hat {especially where it touches your head}.  

Slip Dresses/Slip Skirts  - Every 2-4 wears

                  This definitely depends on the season. During the winter because I wear my Nikibiki long sleeve and leggings under my slip dress its not touching my skin at all, so it does not need washed as frequently. During the summer I wash mine much more frequently because it is touching my skin and {lets be real} it's hot people sweat. 

                 How to Wash - place it in a garment bag, gentle cycle, cold water, hand to dry {I like to shake all the wrinkles out and make sure all the lace is laying down nicely too before hanging it up to dry}

Faux Fur {scarves/vests/stoles/etc} - 1-2 times per season 

                    I always try and make sure to wear something under my furs {real or faux - real fur is never suppose to touch your skin because of your oils, always have a silk scarf on hand to wear under it} and if I know I am going somewhere smokey/greasy/campfire/smelly/etc I simply don't wear it.

                  How to Wash {FAUX Fur} - Gentle cycle, cold water, hand or lay flat to dry, if it seeds a little fluffing stick in the dryer on LOW Hear for a few minutes} *I am not a "hand washer", so for more details on hand washing or even fixing up some of your faux fur check out the link below*

Don't have a garment bag? WHAT! These little babies are a must for making your clothing last longer. I got mine for maybe $1 or $2 at Walmart by the laundry totes but here is a link for on on Amazon too if you just want it to show up at your house {go for the ones with a zipper, not drawl string} https://www.amazon.com/Laundry-Lingerie-Bags-Multi-Size-Underwear/dp/B010RD0VZI/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1483985805&sr=8-6&keywords=laundry+garment+bag.


XOXO-
Emma
Lyn-Maree's Boutique
209 N Main St. Auburn, IN 46706

Check out the full list and details from my sources:
http://www.popsugar.com/smart-living/How-Many-Wears-Before-You-Need-Wash-28694036

http://www.lifehack.org/articles/lifestyle/surprising-truths-about-how-often-you-should-wash-these-10-different-items-clothing.html

http://www.wikihow.com/Clean-Faux-Fur

Hat Etiquette 101

As hats are coming more trendy {thank goodness because they are saving us from the sun and wrinkles} I've started wearing them more often I found myself wondering...

"What is the etiquette on when I can can leave my hat on and when I need to take it off?"

Fashion hats (not baseball-style caps) can be left on

• In someone's home
• At luncheons, weddings, garden parties
• At religious services
• At a movie or any indoor performance
• When the national anthem is played
• When the flag of the United States passes by, as in a parade

Take your fashion hat off

• Anytime it blocks someone's view, such as at a wedding or in a theater
• Indoors at work

Remove baseball-style (unisex) caps {who knew there was a difference?}

• In someone's home
• At mealtimes, at the table
• While being introduced
• In a house of worship, unless a hat or head covering is required
• Indoors at work, unless required for the job
• In public buildings such as a school, library, courthouse, or town hall
• In restaurants and coffee shops
• At a movie or any indoor performance
• When the national anthem is played
• When the flag of the United States passes by, as in a parade

Leggings & all the questions we have about them

Leggings...
Am I too old? Are they flattering? Are they appropriate? How do you wear them? Can I wear them? Are they too much of a trendy thing?

Ladies - Leggings are great for every woman, it's not about CAN you wear them, its about HOW you wear them.
They can be worn to work, out with the girls or to walmart.. 
Simply follow the rules and ideas below so your wearing them in the best and most flattering way.

For which body type would leggings be suitable?

If you follow some of the guidelines below, all body types will be able to wear leggings. 

1. LEGGINGS ARE NOT PANTS. No matter your age or your size, still not pants.

2. Treat leggings as they are thick tights..again not pants.

3. Always make sure your booty and crotch are covered by your top (dress, tunic, lace slip dress, etc)..because again they are NOT pants. 
4. Don't wear super tight tops with leggings, always remember to pair tiny(tight) bottoms with loose/flowy tops. Similar to the "if your showing off your legs cover your chest" or "if your wear lots of eye makeup go for a nude lip" etc. you don't have to wear lots of tight clothing to be sexy. 
5. Stick with darker colors (this goes for jeans too!)

What garments work well with leggings?

Leggings are ideal to combine with tunics and short dresses. I often wear a short dress over leggings. Leggings are also great contenders to wear with boots. In general, your ideal garments to combine with leggings include:

• Tunics
• Slip Dresses (available at Lyn-Maree's)
• Slip Skirt/Shirt Extenders (available at Lyn-Maree's) 
• Short dresses
• Long knitted sweaters
• Boots
• Longer asymetrical pieces
• Long cardigans
• Big wide sweaters (depending on your shape always belt these)
• Sweater dresses

What not to wear with leggings over 40

• Avoid any tops that are higher than mid thigh
• Don’t wear tops that are too tight
• Avoid animal prints and disco fabrics.
• Avoid any way you wore them in the 80's

What is the ideal length of your leggings

You can never go wrong with full length leggings (ankle or slightly bunches at ankle). These elongate and will make your legs appear longer. Another length I like in warmer climates is just below the knee. If you are short though, mid calf and short leggings should be worn with caution as they will make you look smaller.

Which shoes to wear with leggings?

It is great to wear a shoe in the same color as your leggings as it elongates your legs even further. Tall, flat boots are a "go to" in the winter. Try short booties and ballet flats in the fall and spring. Heals can be a yes, but proceed with caution here, always be sure your wearing ankle length leggings with heals and a dress.
**Never wear leggings with tennis shoes... remember ladies this is NOT the 80s**

What about jeggings, skinny jeans or printed leggings?

For me the same rules that apply to leggings also apply to jeggings and printed leggings. Always be sure to wear a PLAIN top with printed leggings, and add some accessories (statement necklace) to draw the eye up to your face. Stick with a vertical print. 

With skinny jeans, make sure you stay away from very tight fitting tops. 

As always if you are still unsure or need any help at all just stop in and I'll be happy to help! 

What does the size of a garment mean?

What does the size of a garment mean? 

Dictionary.com definitions it as: "One of a series of graduated measures for articles of manufacture or trade:

children's sizes of shoes."

It's simply a letter or number someone has deemed that "size" for a  particular piece of clothing. 
As I've begun selling a few clothing items I've realized each company has different sizing:  some of the items may come in "true to size" (whatever that means) and some items made by that same exact company may run small or large. Some items come in larger in the bust, some come smaller in the shoulders, some come narrow in the hips, some come so stretchy this fit "almost" everyone...all of which they have deemed a size M. (Yikes)

Before I started selling clothing, I didn't realize how insecure ladies are about the size of clothing they may have to wear. 
I feel like I'm constantly saying... "The size doesn't actually matter, its how the piece fits your body and how you feel in it. Plus, you can always cut that size tag out..."
Much like the clothing we are ALL shaped and sized differently and our hips, busts, waists, legs, thighs, calves, arms, ankles, feet, etc are ALL shaped and sized differently too. AND THAT'S OKAY! 

I know that I am currently a size 2 to 10 and a size XS to XL... its depends on the brand, shape of the garment, fabric, and if it is going on my top half or bottom half... 
There are A LOT of factors that go into what size I may end up with. 

When the garment you choose fits YOUR body, that's when you look your best. No one is looking down the back o your top to check out the size...all they will notice is that it fits you correctly and you look amazing. When you choose an garment based on size and not fit, you end up looking like you borrowed your outfit from a toddler or your dad or your daughter or some girl on the street. You want YOUR clothing to FIT YOU not the "size" you wish you were (too small) or the "size" you think hides it all (too big). Wearing too large or small of clothing makes you look bigger. 


If your wondering how to dress your body shape to show off your best "assets" just stop in and let me help. Sometimes its simply the placement of a belt, a or the length of a skit or shirt and voila you'll see yourself in a whole new light! Find your Fabulous and let it out! And please, please, please stop making all those terrible comments about your body, BE PROUD OF WHO YOU ARE INSIDE AND OUT! 

Lyn-Maree's 
209 N Main St
Auburn, IN 46706
Mon-Fri 10-6 and Saturday 10-3
http://www.lyn-marees.com

Organizing Your Closet

It's the best time of the year to start fresh and new in your closet, it's 2017 and time to get the most out of your wardrobe.

During the DeKalb County Free Fall Fair I was open by appointment only, which meant I had a whole week off work! Now as a small business owner that never happens, the only time you have off work is when you have other obligations. So during the fair I decided I was not going to make any plans and work on organizing my home (which was in scary disorder due to working all the time).

One of my rooms that is consistently needing picked up is my closet. Somehow clothing never ends up back on its hanger or in a drawer or single socks everywhere or winter hats & gloves are just everywhere {not sure how this happens}

When organizing my closet I have a few key things I like to do that ensures I get the most out of all of my clothing and accessories.

1. Separate 

• Separate all of your suits or matching tops and bottoms
• DO NOT hang any matching tops and bottoms or suits together 

2. Areas - Your closet should be divided into 4 general areas 

• Dresses
• Pants
• Tops 
• Skirts

3. Color

• Organizing your hanging clothing in ROY-G-BIV (rainbow) order with your brown, blacks and whites to follow. 
• Within your colors put your clothing from jackets/sweaters to long sleeve to sleeveless shirts
• Black blazer, black cardigan, long sleeve black blouses and Ts, short sleeve black T and black camisoles.

4.Accessories - Hats, Belts, Scarves, Jewelry, Handbags

• Accessories should be hung away from your clothing. 
• Its easiest to display your accessories and not have them in drawers...you need to be able to see what you have.
• Get creative with your accessory displays check out my Pinterest
• http://www.pinterest.com/lynmarees/organizing-diy/
• The better you can see what you have, the better you will be at utilizing your accessories to create new fun outfits 

5. Label 

• When putting anything into baskets, boxes, drawers that may not get used a tone...LABEL 
• When you know what you have and where it belongs, you will save yourself heart ache and money

6. Donate & Trash  (No garage sale pile...you'll never have one & end up donating the clothing anyways)

• Has it been more than a year since you wore it?
• Are you waiting to loose weight to wear it?
• Has it seen its day?
• Has is been over washed and over worn?
• Is it balling/pilling or have a stain?
• Does it have a hole your planning on fixing? Or missing button?
• If you said YES to ANY of those questions it's time to let it go...trust me you will be happy in the long run you did. 

Below you can see my before(left) and after(right) photos of my closet...it was a disaster and not quite perfect yet but it will be someday

Good luck and have fun! 

I know starting my day off in an organized and clean closet helps me start my day off much happier! Hope it does you as well.

Fall is in the air...let's layer up!

Finally my favorte season has arrived...lots of layering, boots, crisp air, hot tea and a cozyin' up by the fire. I absolutely love love love fall and winter. 

Many women are hesitant to layer for fear of looking larger or bulkier than they are. This could not be further from he truth. When you're layered correctly it is very figure flattering. You just have to figure out what works best for your size and shape...I promise this works for EVERYONE no matter your size, shape or age.  

Here are a few tips, tricks and money saving ideas to spice up your fall wardrobe. 

5 Steps to a Perfectly Layered Outfit

1. Start with a basic, lightweight top. I suggest a solid, something neutral, or striped.
2. Add another layer such as a soft cardigan or sweater. If you’re into color, this can be a great opportunity to mix in a bold pullover to give your outfit more intrigue and depth.
3. Then add a jacket or coat. Again, I suggest a basic color: camel, black, navy, or even olive green.
4. Next, add a scarf. It’s like the frosting on a cupcake. A must!
5. Sprinkle on your accessories (bracelets, earrings, rings, watches).

Quick Layering Tips

• Keep the under-layers more fitted to keep your shape looking slim. (fitted long sleeve T or fitted button up)
• If you’re concerned about your waistline, try to top off your look with something belted.
• When belting try BOTH under your last layer and on top of your last layer to see which way will work best for your figure. 
• Always belt at the SMALLEST part of you - hips, belly, waist, ribs... and YES you all have this
• Length and proportion is key when layering. Try to make each layer piece visible, this helps.
• Think tabs on a flier folder, they overlap but they are all visible from back (layer one) to the front (last 3,4,5).
•  Play with texture. It’s best to incorporate a mix of materials when styling a layered look. If you use all of the same fabrics, you’re look will come off as heavy and dowdy (which can add the appearance of unwanted weight as well).
• try playing with tweeds (as last layer since they are a bit heavier), leathers, knits, furs

Money Saving Tips

•  Don't store your "summer" wardrobe elsewhere. Keep all of your clothing out all year round. If you need to make more room for bulky sweaters and coats try to only put away items such as shorts, swim suits. Your "summer" clothing can easily be layered into your warmer clothing to create new outfits. Try your favorite summer dress layered with leggings and topped with a sweater, belt and scarf! You'll start seeing your clothing in a whole new light! 
• Invest in clothing that is plain, simple and fits well. Plain clothing is easier to change up with layering or accessories. You can make several new outfits just by changing up your accessories and no one will know but you! 

Have a fabulous day

& please don't forget to comment below if you have a topic you need some advice, tips or tricks on. 

-Emma

Owner and Stylist of Lyn-Maree's

209 N Main St., Auburn, IN 

(260) 908-1391

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Weddings today

Oh weddings today *big sigh*...
Are they formal, informal, super informal or somewhere in between? Weddings use to be formal, an event you dressed up for, something special and never would imagine wearing jeans to (let alone an old, cut-off T-shirt and yes I have seen this at weddings more than once).

At today's weddings anything goes. But how do you know the attire when it's not a close friend or relative and you can't just call them up and ask what you should be wearing.
We've all done it, you thought you knew what you were going to wear, it does not work... then there is that moment of panic when your standing in front of your closet thinking "I have NOTHING to wear" and you need to leave in 10 minutes (no one wants to be that person who shows up late to a wedding...awkward)

When planning what your wearing to a wedding always consider the following things first:
1. Weather/Season
2. How formal was the invitation (did it come with 25 irrelevant envelopes*not sure why anyone still does that* or simple flat card stock invite)
3. Did the invitation state the formality of dress (typically only stated if its "black tie")
4. What is the venue? Barn, backyard, clubhouse, resort, beach....

Once weather and the potential formality of the wedding is figured out your well on your way to finding the perfect outfit.

Any plain colored dress that hits close to your knee (just above or below) is a great place to start. The simplicity of the dress will keep it easy for you to change up to make more or less dressy.
Once you have your dress pick out the shoes, then accessories. The best part about a plain dress is always the shoes and accessories, they can totally transform any old dress into something fabulous.

A few simple tips to always keep in mind when attending a wedding:
-NO flip flops (I don't care how informal the event is), if you need to take or wear flats try a ballet flat or a flat dressy sandal
-Being over dressed is way better than being under dressed
-Grab a scarf/shawl churches, reception halls, etc are either hot or cold never in between
-Don't wear anything too short...remember there will be cameras, dancing, drinking and it's NOT a club or bar, it's a wedding
-Always wear the proper undergarments, your bra and undies are meant to worn and not seen. Yes, wearing a slip is for every women no matter the age or size.

After you've taken all those things into consideration grab your "go-to" black dress and switch up the accessories accordingly. Just kidding BUT when all else fails everyone always looks classy and timeless in a black dress & fabulous accessories no matter the formality.
**YES, it is completely acceptable to wear black to a wedding**

That's all for now... please leave a comment if you have any other style tips and tricks you need help with.

Have a Fabulous Friday!

Emma
Lyn-Maree's Owner & Stylist

Sparkling information!!

I love sparkles, it makes ordinary things special. So many times customers will walk into the store, look at something with rhinestones and say " I never go anywhere special" and keep on looking. We tell them to try mixing it up with ordinary pieces or just adding a piece to a plain t and some jeans. People should not be intimidated by sparkle! Sometimes a little sparkle can just make you feel a little special and honestly, it looks like a million!
I started wondering what all rhinestones were, I knew about crystals from Austria, but what else could I find out about them? I have been in this biz for a long time and I really learned a lot about rhinestones, so I thought I would share.
One question that most customers have is;
What does ‘AB’ mean?

AB stands for Aurora Boreale; a special coating that is applied to the surface of a glass stone or bead to produces a very light rainbow effect that leans toward a pale yellow tone, but also shimmers in pink and blue. This coating is most effective on Crystal stones but also gives a beautiful depth and hue to other colors. When applied on a color stone, it changes the color just slightly and gives it a rainbow effect.

A question I had was why are they called rhinestones?

The Rhine in rhinestone is the Rhine River, and rhinestone is a translation into English of the French phrase caillou du Rhin. Originally a rhinestone was a kind of rock crystal that was found in or near the Rhine. Other types of rock crystal, such as Cornish diamond, were given similar fancy names. Because rhinestones could be made to imitate diamonds, the name rhinestone was applied to artificial gems made from paste, glass, or gem quartz and as a result often carries a connotation of showbiz glitz. Rhinestones are usually chatons with no hole and a foil back to increase reflectivity. Leave it to the French! Ooh la la!

One last questioning inquiry lead me to this little nugget or information! To clean rhinestones simply use alcohol ( rubbing alcohol, for Pete sake, don't waste the vodka!) on a q tip. Avoid getting water on rhinestones as water will tarnish the foil on the back of the stones.

I hope you found this interesting and maybe helpful. Ck back for more tips!

Lyn-Maree's
129 E 9th Street
Downtown Auburn, IN

www.lyn-marees.com
lynmarees@gmail.com

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Holiday Blues

As I have been perusing the Internet trying to find deals on toys for my grandchildren and adding up all the money it is going to take to make it a magical Christmas for all of them, I am falling into a deep depression! All the joy of holiday parties, family gatherings and Christmas spirit leaves me for the reality.... The reality is that I can't afford this!
Leaving little or no money for that cool new outfit for the company party. No money left to jazz up for New Years Eve. One word comes to mind..... Crap! I know that is not in the Christmas dictionary, but that is how you feel. This makes you feel not so glamorous , not so sparkly, not so full of the holiday spirit.
Well, friends, there is a solution! By coming into the store, we can help you overcome this case of Holiday Blues!
Everyone has a little black dress, black tee or turtleneck. Put it on and come in! We can show you how to turn it from frumpy to fabulous for about $ 20, maybe less. Actually, it doesn't even have to be black, we can work wonders on anything, it's just that we know you have that safe black piece. We all have those pieces that make us look thinner... Lol.
We can take you from classy to flashy, from subtle to sexy even from grandma to GLAM am.
So please stop in and let us help cheer your Holiday Blues. Remember, you may have a friend or family member that is in the same situation and this would make the perfect gift for her without breaking the bank. Lifting ones self esteem, lifts the spirit.

We offer free gift wrap, boxes and gift certificates!

Merry Christmas to all of you and a blessed New Year from your favorite ladies Ag Lyn-Maree's!

Lyn-Maree's
129 E 9th Street
Downtown Auburn, IN

260-318-2417

Accessorizing throughout the ages

Men and women have adorned themselves with jewelry since long before the age of reason! Garlands of flowers, bracelets of woven grass, shells, and stone; such were the first decorations to beautify the human body. We may have been wearing jewelry as far back as 75,000 years ago - 30,000 years earlier than previously believed - according to a recent report by National Geographic News.

Over the millennia, jewelry styles and materials have evolved in step with the advances of civilization. From the Stone Age to the Bronze Age, from the Iron Age to the Industrial Revolution (and seemingly back again!), styles have transformed, modernized, and then often returned to their most basic forms and essential elements.

So bottom line here is at Lyn-Maree's we cater not only to all age groups we cater to all styles. Something from classic to contemporary, trendy to timeless. Even our ancestors knew accessories were FUN. Stop in and let us show you how to pull it all together today.

Have a Fabulous Day & Hope to see You soon!

Lyn-Maree's
129 East 9th Street
Downtown Auburn, IN 46706
www.lyn-marees.com
lynmarees@gmail.com

Fashion and accessorizing for the chronologically challenged

Yes, we know who we are! We want to look younger, but not foolish. We want our kids and grand kids not to roll their eyes when we walk in the room!
This may be cheesy but my first suggestion is to pay attention to the Chicos commercials! Really, they are great to keep in tune with what is hot for us! Cheap way to be a glam am instead of a grandma. Then.... You go to work!
Start with your closet, what do you have in there? Don't be afraid to open the black hole, knock down the cob webs,be brave and go in! Find a white button up shirt you may have to buy some new jeans, no grandma jeans allowed, top it with a black or khaki jacket, push up the sleeves and yes, it's ok that it doesn't button anymore. You're almost there! Flip up the collar on that blouse, tuck your shirt in, add a belt! Even if your waist is larger than last year! There are cute stretch belts, they are soooo forgiving. Put it over the loops. Add some cute flats if necessary, but make sure they are cute not orthopedic looking but if possible some heals, they don't have to be stilettos ,but again don't make them look like your grandmas! Or then there are cute boots... Maybe you should go shopping after all! Lol
Now, lets get down to business... Accessories! You can go several ways here depending on your style. A great scarf loosely around your neck in your favorite colors and add a stack of bangles and some dangly earrings. And Bam.. You're gorgeous! Or add multiple chains and some bigger than you usually wear, earrings! It's really not hard to freshen up your look, you just have to be brave enough to come out of you box, the one that keeps you non descript and unnoticed. Mature women are beautiful! Let yourself shine,feel confident and look terrific.
This is where LynMarees can help guide you to magnificent. We can show you how to do all this, show you how to shop for the exact look you want. No where else offers this expertise for free! Come in and let us make to feel as fabulous on the outside as you are on the inside.
Have a Fabulous Day & Hope to see You soon!

Lyn-Maree's
129 East 9th Street
Downtown Auburn, IN 46706

Great fashion tips...easy, easy, easy

I have been looking for great fashion tips to use to blog about this week.  I have discovered that most websites are for college age girls!  I'm thinking ,"wait a minute..."  What about young career women and young moms. Hey they need help sometimes too, after all college girls already have the fashion thing down anyway, right?  I also believe that young career women have a real dilemma, do they continue to dress like they did in college or go way conservative.  Then you have the young mom that is running around in yoga pants and t-shirts, hair in a ponytail and a baseball cap. There seems like no time for mom. This makes moms loose their identity.  So by following samples of  the looks of your favorite celebrity , you can copy the LOOK, not the outfit and accessories.  This s where the "you" comes into it.  Young career women, watch actress on tv series to see what they are wearing, like 30 Rock, for example.  Find a look you like and then with inspirations you can make your own individual look.

You will find that you discover a look you like over and over then realize more of what your style actually is. Use pintrest to save inspiration photos, collect them for a few days and then go back and look at them, you'll see a pattern. There is your style! Now your ready to make it your own, which is the important part! You do not want to be a copy cat, that is just lazy and way expensive.

Shop your closet!  But start with what you have you'll be surprised. Organize your closet, start left to right, start with tops,pick what color you wear the least to the color you wear the most.  Do the same when you get to skirts,pants,and jeans.  Separate suit pieces, hang the tops with tops of the same color, bottoms with other bottoms of the same color as well.  Use this plan with scarves and the best you can with accessories. I do my jewelry by style not color. After all, it's a look I'm going for not a color scheme.

Shop for some new accessories to freshen up those newly configured outfits!  By adding the least     expensive part of your outfit (accessories) you can save a bundle while individualizing it to reflect YOU! Make it you by adding earrings that remind you of that style you saved on Pintrest.  Add some bangles that you find interesting, remember you are being individual.  You will look like a million, feel like a million, and... Still have money in your pocket, you may have to pick up some scarves, some jackets or sweaters but you probably have everything you need in your closet.  Try this method and I think you will be surprised. Bring your pieces in and we can show you how all this works!  Where else can you find this service for free? You've got to at least try this, what have you got to loose?

Don't forget to leave a comment about what you woul dlike to see blogged about next!
And always remeber to Stay Fabulous!

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Finding your personal style

I have been layed up for a few days with foot problems which causes a terrible side effect, online browsing, and occasional purchasing. While I courageously dealt with these side effects, I have noticed how much is nothing more than more of the same. Cookie cutter women of all ages, mimicking the same looks. There are different types of fashion personalities. There is CLASSIC, TRENDY, ROMANTIC, CAUSAUL and SPORTY. I tend to lean toward CLSSIC, this does not have to be boring. For example, I enjoy tailored clothes, and timeless pieces. TRENDY is self explaining, finding your comfort zone in the latest fashion and trends. The ROMANTIC find enjoyment in lace, flowing skirts, cameos and soft dresses. The SPORTY is most at home in a running suit, t's with hood and yoga pants. The CUSUAL girl wears jeans and looks like she is ready for that weekend in the country. SO... My point of all this is how to be your own personality, but by adding a few accessories to make it your personal style.
Let's say you are that classic woman, try adding a trendy tribal scarf or jewelry, staying true to your personality, but not being like everyone else you pass on the street. Say tou are one of the sporty types, try black dress pants with your little hoodie t and add pearls or a coordinating scarf. That little element you borrow from the other personalities add that element of individualism. Just try it, see just how more up to date you'll look and feel. Stop in any time and we will be more than happy to assist you. We have always believed this process to be so important, this is why we order in 1's, meaning you can always be assured you will not meet yourself.
I promised I would include the jewelry cleaner recipe. Here it is

INGREDIENTS:
1 cup of hot water
1 Tbsp of Salt
1 Tbsp of Baking Soda
1 Tbsp of Dish Soap

DIRECTIONS:
Mix all the ingredients together in a dish
Place your jewelry in the mixture for no longer than 30 minutes
Scrub the jewelry and rinse with warm water
Dump the solution and make a new batch next time
ENJOY SPARKLY CLEAN JEWELRY ON THE CHEAP!

Spring Gardening in Our Wardrobe

Spring always make us want to spruce up ourselves, our homes and garden. Although these things so different, they are much the same. Color function and theme are things they all have in common. Using thesed common denominators can make the process much simpler. For instance, if you have dressy coral dress and you need it to look more polished, you put a coral necklace on it, it disappears, losing the function, if you put a casual wood bead on it, you loose theme however if you would add a citrus color maybe a crystal or with a few pearls, you suddenly have color, function and theme.

When you plant a garden you always add contrast but stay within a theme. Think of yourself as planting your garden and you can't go wrong. I realize, probably more than I should, that sometimes we just draw a blank, that's what we are here for. Right here in Auburn, so close for so much help. I want to leave you a thought to ponder on. We as women are someone's role model. Rather it be a student, a daughter, granddaughter, showing pride in our appearance and demeanor can shape a young girls mind. Show her confidence and kindness and strengh. Hey, us girls have to stick together right?

I am going to include the recipe for homemade jewelry cleaner next time and who knows what else I will dig up.

Be kind to one another.

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