tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28120539648080479702024-03-14T12:14:59.595-05:00Style TherapyWondering what to wear? Not sure of the protocol for an upcoming event?
Notes on style & protocol from Toronto Image Consultant Tamara Glick of Trademark Image Consulting.
What's your Trademark?
www.trademarkimage.caTamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comBlogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-83855731648609571902011-07-27T08:56:00.017-05:002011-07-27T10:38:21.956-05:00Outta Sight Summer Sunnies<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiIWEEIlGvoX91LO69dpL514hyphenhyphenQe7Mbyhyphenhyphen01B1-qQONzSQ9f_VRluoNLcPBgfnA5Wn5ktiuzM5XhyDU-dUuy7e5zaKc7akduWntz0uFXKnHz5iSkIGuvkeWKcHzNE1xziatruGe2PDxEE/s1600/Carrera+City+Folding+Visor.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Already two long-weekends in and another shortly on the way (for Ontario folks anyway!), it's in the dog days of summer that most of us lose at least one pair of sunglasses. Unlike replacing summer clothes mid-season when you might wonder if it's worthwhile, sunglasses are an investment that will far outlast the sunny season both in style and in vision health.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">For readers who know me, you'll know that I wear my sunnies nearly every day, all year long. I consider them amongst my primary accessories. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">My Optometrist, <b><a href="http://www.fcpeyecare.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;">Dr. Shirley Blanc</span></a></b>, gave me more perspective on why sun-specs are key throughout the year. Her tips:</span></span></div><div><ol><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Price, colour, or lens darkness aren't guaranteed indicators of how much UV protection a pair of sunglasses will provide. </span></span></li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Generally, the tint should be dark enough to reduce glare and improve visual comfort, grey or brown tints are generally recommended to prevent colour distortion, </span></span></li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">While plastic lenses are lighter than glass, make sure there's scratch-resistant coating on plastic lenses as even small nicks can decrease UV protection. </span></span></li></ol><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">But are all sunglasses appropriate for all occasions? Turns out, the type of protection from different lenses might be best for different activities. The Canadian Standards association complies with guidelines known as ANSI (American National Standards Institute) standards for sunglass protection. </span></span><ol><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><b>Cosmetic sunglasses:</b> Block at least 70% UVB and up to 60% UVA. They provide only mild UV protection and aren't usually recommended for daylight driving. They're perfect for an after-work patio though.</span></span></li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><b>General-purpose sunglasses:</b> Block 95%-99% UVB and 60%-92% UVA. Good for driving, and are recommended whenever sunlight is harsh enough to make you squint. Going out for lunch with the gang? Planned an afternoon in the sun? This is the sort of protection you'll need. </span></span></li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Special-purpose sunglasses: Block at least 99% UVB and up to 98.5% UVA. Suitable for extended periods of sun exposure - not recommended for driving. Since these lenses also block up to 97% of visible light, they are very dark. They'd be great for outdoor sports, a day at the beach or on the water.</span></span></li></ol> <!--EndFragment--><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">AH HA! So THAT'S why you should have different pairs for different occasions. To help you decide, here are my favourite top trends this season.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijV78XVNMpbfjL0neW_5xoByMH-E_2f1Ko6q1nsDouCCOMoiXOAzZeZ9dcFPBO1FQmP_3PV04Fgc3ymYogIW0u1flW20WpxaBEEunItutC2HzuCOrbsMHhyphenhypheng2wndNVExOgP7i2ONx-YHw/s200/Gucci+Web+Side+Frame.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5634050618866980178" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 150px; " /></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Gucci Web Frames. Oversized rounded square frames are perennially chic and ideal for 9 -5. </span></span></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhexvX930HptFT4l00vHXSCEn0T_poefYv61gpl5jqVVz1FlAvsMP0wdWCeeNm95PUN_f-BVD92BwU3jHk2bFYOjXkXbnKBzyAgmvjqty1uh56PQcQIy5arfmmR1xDM6CKHSgK7B5rSUGU/s1600/D%2526G+Cat%2527s+Eye.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhexvX930HptFT4l00vHXSCEn0T_poefYv61gpl5jqVVz1FlAvsMP0wdWCeeNm95PUN_f-BVD92BwU3jHk2bFYOjXkXbnKBzyAgmvjqty1uh56PQcQIy5arfmmR1xDM6CKHSgK7B5rSUGU/s200/D%2526G+Cat%2527s+Eye.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5634050620834460418" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 150px; " /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Dolce & Gabbana two-tone frames. Cat's Eye are the next big retro trend. Watch and see! </span></span></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcPRPqOeo7FflaVqAzzvzuVHMB4GoLJTLXkVCOgh3AS_A8ShhHiB4cFbyOywGbJzKDHpTvZnI2jHgZ7titMh7vhyphenhyphen8lKghr7ahcS3lN5ooASL6cu6CCCnk0T9pBDIsrDNIK0fbGz7VcRcI/s1600/Karen+Walker+Retro+Round.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcPRPqOeo7FflaVqAzzvzuVHMB4GoLJTLXkVCOgh3AS_A8ShhHiB4cFbyOywGbJzKDHpTvZnI2jHgZ7titMh7vhyphenhyphen8lKghr7ahcS3lN5ooASL6cu6CCCnk0T9pBDIsrDNIK0fbGz7VcRcI/s200/Karen+Walker+Retro+Round.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5634050634125877842" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 150px; " /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Karen Walker Eyewear Helter Skelter frames. An ideal combination of sporty and urbane. A little 'Wayfarer' and a little 'John Lennon', very unisex.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBQ2P0SnU7jYnxMcxjwGkeSEk2DTOvgdF9iOXWsLf6GTUDPY-FULB-uM8HzN8IOKc7oDv8m1QDoezi-HW_rAGfGTuZ5sA_ZKQ6Kr1TqloYnAhdy6dUVmVbEktdIFhFrWwzW3tIC_HLQhI/s1600/Super+People+Wayfarer.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBQ2P0SnU7jYnxMcxjwGkeSEk2DTOvgdF9iOXWsLf6GTUDPY-FULB-uM8HzN8IOKc7oDv8m1QDoezi-HW_rAGfGTuZ5sA_ZKQ6Kr1TqloYnAhdy6dUVmVbEktdIFhFrWwzW3tIC_HLQhI/s200/Super+People+Wayfarer.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5634052663141094434" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 150px; " /></a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Super People frames. The classic Wayfarer with a twist. Sporty and sophisticated, for men and women.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBQ2P0SnU7jYnxMcxjwGkeSEk2DTOvgdF9iOXWsLf6GTUDPY-FULB-uM8HzN8IOKc7oDv8m1QDoezi-HW_rAGfGTuZ5sA_ZKQ6Kr1TqloYnAhdy6dUVmVbEktdIFhFrWwzW3tIC_HLQhI/s1600/Super+People+Wayfarer.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiIWEEIlGvoX91LO69dpL514hyphenhyphenQe7Mbyhyphenhyphen01B1-qQONzSQ9f_VRluoNLcPBgfnA5Wn5ktiuzM5XhyDU-dUuy7e5zaKc7akduWntz0uFXKnHz5iSkIGuvkeWKcHzNE1xziatruGe2PDxEE/s1600/Carrera+City+Folding+Visor.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiIWEEIlGvoX91LO69dpL514hyphenhyphenQe7Mbyhyphenhyphen01B1-qQONzSQ9f_VRluoNLcPBgfnA5Wn5ktiuzM5XhyDU-dUuy7e5zaKc7akduWntz0uFXKnHz5iSkIGuvkeWKcHzNE1xziatruGe2PDxEE/s200/Carrera+City+Folding+Visor.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5634052667134935394" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 150px; " /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Carrera City Folding frames. This Aviator Visor folds up! Perfect for busy days and travel.</span></span><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBQ2P0SnU7jYnxMcxjwGkeSEk2DTOvgdF9iOXWsLf6GTUDPY-FULB-uM8HzN8IOKc7oDv8m1QDoezi-HW_rAGfGTuZ5sA_ZKQ6Kr1TqloYnAhdy6dUVmVbEktdIFhFrWwzW3tIC_HLQhI/s1600/Super+People+Wayfarer.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">All photos courtesy of </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><b><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;">Polyvore</span></a></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-779583060860849732011-06-08T10:02:00.016-05:002011-06-17T06:28:35.405-05:00Hats ON to Headgear!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEBLoVWverNNnZkjtxbn5zhNiuOlMdHauoxCfsbWQyzB1UYOPYF-gyHodFKv7X6Yh3hI_BcdwYaryYXhnfXtGEMpcEhgt5mTO9rU9oyfHs7Q7tpjui6x_ucgQmMhWIk9IvKb9c8_04pCc/s1600/Angelina_Jolie_square.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">What's the single easiest way to:</span></span></div><div><ol><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Beat summer heat</span></span></li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Avoid burnt noses, cheeks and scalps</span></span></li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Prevent crow's feet and </span></span></li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Amp up style?</span></span></li></ol><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">With a hat! They are a key trend this summer for both men and women, but it can be tough to find one that suits. Knowing the trends is one way, but using your face shape as a guide can also help you narrow down what will work for you in any season. </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Trademark Tips:</span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Round:</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Choose a hat with sharper lines, and medium - high crown height with a slight taper. Medium brims that are turned up or that can be angled are great, especially if the hat is positioned forward or asymmetrically to lengthen your face. </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Try This:</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Fedoras, Panamas, Stetsons, or Sunhats (for my ladies). </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3CuunSRJSQDMitUz_2EG_SF-sVVFz-C32KKgddCkVYc992OBFetOErnQ__8PQ1JbKRW9IhD27FtVNA4zOTcdbND2RAF8vkGmiMXyAyEeb9IomWKN8fGftIA62D0SJF80AJhE3ZvgnrA8/s1600/kate+huson+square.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3CuunSRJSQDMitUz_2EG_SF-sVVFz-C32KKgddCkVYc992OBFetOErnQ__8PQ1JbKRW9IhD27FtVNA4zOTcdbND2RAF8vkGmiMXyAyEeb9IomWKN8fGftIA62D0SJF80AJhE3ZvgnrA8/s200/kate+huson+square.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5615971698110119602" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 133px; height: 200px; " /></a></span></span></div></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Square:</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> This shape needs curvier lines to offset its angular strength. Look for a medium - high crown height that appear full and round. A </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">turned up </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">brim helps soften features, especially if worn with a side tilt or high on your head to break up 'squariness.'</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; "><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; ">Try This: </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; ">Homburgs (like a Fedora with permanently turned up sides), Fedoras, Berets or Newsboys worn high and slanted and big floppy Sunhats (for my ladies).</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small; "><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEBLoVWverNNnZkjtxbn5zhNiuOlMdHauoxCfsbWQyzB1UYOPYF-gyHodFKv7X6Yh3hI_BcdwYaryYXhnfXtGEMpcEhgt5mTO9rU9oyfHs7Q7tpjui6x_ucgQmMhWIk9IvKb9c8_04pCc/s1600/Angelina_Jolie_square.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEBLoVWverNNnZkjtxbn5zhNiuOlMdHauoxCfsbWQyzB1UYOPYF-gyHodFKv7X6Yh3hI_BcdwYaryYXhnfXtGEMpcEhgt5mTO9rU9oyfHs7Q7tpjui6x_ucgQmMhWIk9IvKb9c8_04pCc/s200/Angelina_Jolie_square.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5616013605669102722" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px; " /></a></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3CuunSRJSQDMitUz_2EG_SF-sVVFz-C32KKgddCkVYc992OBFetOErnQ__8PQ1JbKRW9IhD27FtVNA4zOTcdbND2RAF8vkGmiMXyAyEeb9IomWKN8fGftIA62D0SJF80AJhE3ZvgnrA8/s1600/kate+huson+square.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Long:</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" -webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Sharp, straight styles with a lower crown and a medium</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" -webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> - wide brim are best. Wear it straight or forward with the</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" -webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> brim kept straight to balance out the length of your face beautifully.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" -webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Try This: </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Western/Stetson styles, Fedoras, Baseball & Newsboy caps</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" -webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" -webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 0px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 0px; font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmbmYUjKdgjrGgVKOOFTrg7rqngw7PRRDZIvnFY4VRMNtK6uXOs5QI2mfLKsJ5EcbGY3-OGtLg0bnPc4vEbQdvnYFNC0SS1_ad37HKHR2-FE8xAvUndk4rma7xv4K6HEeiowm9G4icpcc/s1600/tracee_ellis_ross+long.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmbmYUjKdgjrGgVKOOFTrg7rqngw7PRRDZIvnFY4VRMNtK6uXOs5QI2mfLKsJ5EcbGY3-OGtLg0bnPc4vEbQdvnYFNC0SS1_ad37HKHR2-FE8xAvUndk4rma7xv4K6HEeiowm9G4icpcc/s200/tracee_ellis_ross+long.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5615971719343379682" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 166px; height: 200px; " /></a></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Heart/Diamond:</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Look for a medium height crown in a s</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" -webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">quare or round shape, and give it a tilt to one side. Small brims and curved brims will soften the point of your chin.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" -webkit-border-horizontal-spacing: 2px; -webkit-border-vertical-spacing: 2px; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Try This:</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Fedoras, Cloches and Profile brim hats (for my ladies) </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: normal; font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi22Dm2SWsu6M40-sXkCDMMiwAXGBbl3eOZHNjKSU-cqffu9A3gS2qOlFP7B5lAlmlYE6YJL_NykUk4vUmmsuMuqZqwubUHS4oiGak3x2OADnGkifY9W7XZMnriVYryEXhs-dCXpcT0b68/s1600/beyonce+heart.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi22Dm2SWsu6M40-sXkCDMMiwAXGBbl3eOZHNjKSU-cqffu9A3gS2qOlFP7B5lAlmlYE6YJL_NykUk4vUmmsuMuqZqwubUHS4oiGak3x2OADnGkifY9W7XZMnriVYryEXhs-dCXpcT0b68/s200/beyonce+heart.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5615987212852562450" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 133px; height: 200px; " /></a></span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Oval: </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Considered the 'ideal' face shape, an oval face can wear almost any style of hat well! (Lucky!)</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0A14e2r5NquawhejEi2ouWfUdb1y2Fv4DdQmVaiZESZIaSaufUv9SH_kHV0BvsG8ulOSoYg_rqyCM_y-lS4mlOFSK7Im_pVg3lFKoGIcbb6R7kKTRBZStpfnBkQfbCQLhI0lunJ-kEtc/s1600/natalie+portman+oval.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0A14e2r5NquawhejEi2ouWfUdb1y2Fv4DdQmVaiZESZIaSaufUv9SH_kHV0BvsG8ulOSoYg_rqyCM_y-lS4mlOFSK7Im_pVg3lFKoGIcbb6R7kKTRBZStpfnBkQfbCQLhI0lunJ-kEtc/s200/natalie+portman+oval.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5615971709167256418" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 200px; " /></a></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcjpQdTJy7hBhH0T9Gg72zZVbrm3xVcGWwh2CBi5OMsba7yF9xufXyE9TtlbaFvbA9SD9aVhNPt_jW2PRGixafoyfY6du2PZNvFVGXbShP8DWpdi8E4aeG9ixtEDlO2Ois0qXRajt0LKU/s1600/hugh_jackman.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcjpQdTJy7hBhH0T9Gg72zZVbrm3xVcGWwh2CBi5OMsba7yF9xufXyE9TtlbaFvbA9SD9aVhNPt_jW2PRGixafoyfY6du2PZNvFVGXbShP8DWpdi8E4aeG9ixtEDlO2Ois0qXRajt0LKU/s200/hugh_jackman.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5615980423889806242" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 134px; height: 200px; " /></a></span></span></div></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The Fedora fits so nicely into just about every category.It's not only a versatile pick but it also happens to be The Hat of the season for both guys and girls. </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Want to try a hat but not sure it's for you? I love the reasonable prices and variety of styles at <a href="http://bigitup.com/home.php"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;">Big It Up</span></b></a>. For a custom look, there's no better gem than <a href="http://www.lilliputhats.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><b>Lilliput Hats</b></span></a>. See what kind of personality a hat can add to your accessories wardrobe!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-26294050939636025602011-06-08T07:56:00.021-05:002011-06-10T08:14:43.832-05:00Hot, Hazy + Humid: Summer's Triple Threat<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMMRmz6m1RYQuiordhn5VDX-7ipsKKjMAGFoNKezZzfiKtZf3zlbqIEGkZWiVruFNWhDHhX91KpGBtkrZZNpAVwHUHPB-PDyM_DvrkbrIPWMDeGTlgf4CW1wFOB0v0hmOEtvtZ-_oJ1mE/s1600/axe-buzzed-cream.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">I'm always a fan of special occasion days or weeks and this week has been </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">National Sun Awareness Week</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">! You know the dangers of </span></span><a href="http://www.cancer.ca/ontario/about%20us/od-mark%20your%20calendar/national%20sun%20awareness%20week.aspx?sc_lang=en"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">overexposure to UV rays</span></span></span></b></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, and you know your </span></span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">supposed</span></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> to protect yourself from them, but finding practical, effective ways to protect yourself from intensified UV rays while still enjoying the spontaneity of summer can be a bit of a challenge.</span></span></div><div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">That said, nothing can erode your tailored image quite like accidental sun burns and reverse raccoon eyes. Something about them subconsciously screams 'PAAARTYYY!' Don't let summer's </span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Hot, Hazy, Humid triple threat</span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> put a damper on your summer style. Here are our </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Trademark Tips for staying protected and image savvy every day:</span></span></div><div><ol><li><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Daily SPF for Body: </span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Using an unscented lighter formula or a body lotion that has an SPF of 15 or higher built in </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">makes it easy to apply right out of the shower when you're moisturizing anyway. It doesn't have to be fancy. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">A product as simple as </span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://bit.ly/ksxagI"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Vaseline</span></span></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><a href="http://bit.ly/ksxagI"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">® Daily Sun Shield</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">does it. Because it's a daily moisturizer formula, i</span></span></span></span></span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">t won't conflict with your fragrance or lead your co-workers to break out the margaritas when you walk by. Have a travel size with you to re-apply pre-patio.</span></span></li><li><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc_D2TSWCUYB4r_fCfVfC4ZJiBS-dCyfP7WTOjV7sgLXgXlUXQoAU9ArdwQDYXHaqjSVF-yjxGR0LhpeRIMKwQ0JpuIsag8r8Qhw-E4eVPU3RM_K_rHGUwPBskw2YmPdwnpE8U8dHp5mo/s1600/vaseline-skin-shield.png" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc_D2TSWCUYB4r_fCfVfC4ZJiBS-dCyfP7WTOjV7sgLXgXlUXQoAU9ArdwQDYXHaqjSVF-yjxGR0LhpeRIMKwQ0JpuIsag8r8Qhw-E4eVPU3RM_K_rHGUwPBskw2YmPdwnpE8U8dHp5mo/s200/vaseline-skin-shield.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5615879296986335698" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 84px; height: 200px; " /></a></span></span></div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Daily SPF for Faces: </span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Because faces, necks, and chests are more often exposed to sun and capture lots of rays, I prefer a high SPF in a super lightweight, non-greasy lotion. </span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://bit.ly/kDCVPn"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Neutrogena® Healthy Defence SPF 30</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">is my current choice. Great on it's own, under your moisturizer and/or under make-up.</span></span></li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuAY00q7t4UdyHyuBmuu5sZfajpBCeDqUin9I7wHJP5agXNUdH-R49RHOWMOyaxqPf4EnXzGaFLSuQ5zP5wImwUoJPFqrnAym9-vho-S8hdLNoT4QdVa_MkdTO-vhqnz-mx1MVQUjVLHY/s1600/clarins-uv-plus-day-screen-high-protection.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFjWWpuTtehE2UErtUuvJfzEg0UtodproXo82ga7ISzoTjzFnELr2wk5vcoQ6GarWQOePsfj9E__BxrQcS2e5AY0l59PjjUXAX6KO8qmUf_MWMUi7L_a8dz8lrY1G6GBN8Rig2UvkkLf0/s200/neutrogena+healthy+defence.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5616574933775907922" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 177px; height: 200px; " /></span><li><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Reapply: </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">This has always been a thorn in my side:</span></span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> how do you reapply without messing up your make-up, or greasing up your skin as the hours go by? Then: EUREKA! New mineral SPF powder like </span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://bit.ly/klouFX"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Bare Escentuals</span></span></a></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> provide natural SPF protection, keep skin matte AND keep make-up in tact (YAY!). Guys, this is great for you too, to ward off the greasiness of repeat lotion application. </span></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-HefefiA7oXRZKbhSEDH9c8Aia31BdVeirJuVylTq89b_1QYWo8KpTRaYwCwo4KJOnxognHvNUJkZyeAucG6YDDqkI1E1C9E1KXdScSJWGKi5ZJzi0IHjhHd8CSSoxwGzrsw6TCsL48g/s1600/bare+escentuals+powder.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-HefefiA7oXRZKbhSEDH9c8Aia31BdVeirJuVylTq89b_1QYWo8KpTRaYwCwo4KJOnxognHvNUJkZyeAucG6YDDqkI1E1C9E1KXdScSJWGKi5ZJzi0IHjhHd8CSSoxwGzrsw6TCsL48g/s200/bare+escentuals+powder.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5615879121108542962" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px; " /></a></li><li><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Headgear:</span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> The scalp can be highly sensitive to sun's rays and needs special protection. While it's been a trend to incorporate UV protection into hair care products to protect hair colour, until now I haven't come across a combination product for hair control and scalp protection. </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><a href="http://gqm.ag/jNIvWM"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Axe Buzzed Look Cream</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">for men that not only provides control for short hair, but also provides the benefit of SPF for the scalp itself. No more burnt scalps guys!</span></span></li></ol><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMMRmz6m1RYQuiordhn5VDX-7ipsKKjMAGFoNKezZzfiKtZf3zlbqIEGkZWiVruFNWhDHhX91KpGBtkrZZNpAVwHUHPB-PDyM_DvrkbrIPWMDeGTlgf4CW1wFOB0v0hmOEtvtZ-_oJ1mE/s1600/axe-buzzed-cream.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMMRmz6m1RYQuiordhn5VDX-7ipsKKjMAGFoNKezZzfiKtZf3zlbqIEGkZWiVruFNWhDHhX91KpGBtkrZZNpAVwHUHPB-PDyM_DvrkbrIPWMDeGTlgf4CW1wFOB0v0hmOEtvtZ-_oJ1mE/s200/axe-buzzed-cream.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5616577258851707458" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px; " /></a><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></b></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Sunscreen isn't the only way to find refuge from the sun's rays while keeping your image in tact this summer. Stay tuned for two more upcoming posts in this Summer Series for more tips. </span></span></span></b><div> </div></div></div></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-29461500734133816652011-04-07T09:30:00.000-05:002011-04-07T09:30:02.080-05:00Give Meaning to Spring Cleaning<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8cnVckwUXKluVsrSs2KLjthQIoIYW37hb4AP1MBobB9WwH_27ijKywEgEV17fRoB5lsD7Bg8OI1SXLLYRYxg238OmGK5ulib5VGImbkXpuSqTgSPp4B-i4KyjjPX0IF1aeYtAQl_Zi3o/s1600/clothes-help-for-women.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Tackling an unruly wardrobe is so satisfying! (OK, that's why I do what I do!) </span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">As hard as it is to decide to let go of some of clothing you've had around for a while, if it's not satisfying these three things, it's better to move on.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">All of your clothes should:</span></b></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></b></div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1. Fit your body, today</span></b></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"></span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2. Fit your lifestyle needs/goals</span></b></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"></span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">3. Make you HAPPY!</span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Even two out of three may not be good enough. That's ok, it just means that you've evolved, and so has your idea of image and style. We will find new things that are </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">perfect</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">! </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">But what to do with the things that you've piled up as a 'cast away' pile? Very, </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">very</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> rarely would I suggest that clothing should be tossed out. The only times are when the items that you're moving away from are either intimate wear or are beyond any reasonable use to another person.</span></span></div></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8cnVckwUXKluVsrSs2KLjthQIoIYW37hb4AP1MBobB9WwH_27ijKywEgEV17fRoB5lsD7Bg8OI1SXLLYRYxg238OmGK5ulib5VGImbkXpuSqTgSPp4B-i4KyjjPX0IF1aeYtAQl_Zi3o/s1600/clothes-help-for-women.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8cnVckwUXKluVsrSs2KLjthQIoIYW37hb4AP1MBobB9WwH_27ijKywEgEV17fRoB5lsD7Bg8OI1SXLLYRYxg238OmGK5ulib5VGImbkXpuSqTgSPp4B-i4KyjjPX0IF1aeYtAQl_Zi3o/s320/clothes-help-for-women.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5592654878830147554" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 200px; " /></a></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">You can Give Meaning to Spring Cleaning by selling or donating your old clothing items to give them the opportunity to make someone as happy as you have been when you wore them.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Trademark Spring Cleaning Tactics:</span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1. </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Consignment: </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Got items that are 2 years old or less, high quality vintage (think about this one carefully), and are in excellent condition? Sell them! I particularly like </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><a href="http://www.extoggery.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Ex Toggery</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, </span><b><a href="http://offthecuff.ca/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Off The Cuff</span></span></a></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> and </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><a href="http://www.secondnaturebtq.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Second Nature Boutique</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">.</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></b></span></span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Not only will someone be able to enjoy them as much as you did, but you can use the reclaimed funds as part of your 'Clothing Budget' for the coming season. How smart! (You might also find some really great pieces there yourself)</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2. </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Success Program Donations:</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Consider donating good condition business appropriate items, between 2 - 5 years old to </span><a href="http://www.dressforsuccess.org/affiliate.aspx?pageid=1&sisid=70"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Dress for Success</span></b></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> or </span><a href="http://www.dressyourbest.ca/aboutus.php"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Dress Your Best</span></b></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">. Both organizations assist economically disadvantaged individuals prepare for success in their professional pursuits. You may also be eligible for tax receipts for your donations.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">3. </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Drop-Box Donations: </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The remainder of your items will likely be very welcome to the recipients of donations from </span><a href="http://www.goodwill.on.ca/2006_finddonate.html"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Goodwill</span></span></b></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, </span><b><a href="http://www.salvationarmy.ca/locator/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Salvation Army</span></span></a></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><a href="http://www.valuevillage.com/Where-to-Donate.aspx"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Value Village</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, or a program affiliated with your house of worship.</span></span></span></span></span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">No matter which combination of options you choose, you will know that your spring cleaning has had extra meaning this year.</span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-74009054235255597092011-04-02T11:43:00.008-05:002011-04-19T09:06:59.268-05:00When One Closet Closes...<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div>Transitioning your closet from one season to another - especially the big ones: Winter to Spring and Summer to Fall - isn't just about packing everything up into garment bags and bins and stuffing them into the basement. Noooo!</span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">It's really the opportunity you have to give a final once over to the beloved clothing that has joined you for the ride over the past few months before you store them away for another year. </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">So, before you stuff them away (and please don't </span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">really</span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> 'stuff' any of them away) here are FOUR tips for clothing storage:</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Top 2 Toe Tactics:</span></span></b></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1. </span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Where's the Wear? </span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Check linings, collars, cuffs, hems, ESK (elbows, seats, knees) of all clothing and outerwear items for soiling, tears/wear, stains, and discolouration. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Launder or dry clean</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> all pieces prior to storing for the season. Even if it </span></span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">looks</span></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> clean, body oil and perspiration are two of the most common stain/wear culprits - and pests, like moths, love them both. Even if you don't think you have pests, if any have laid eggs, they'll be impossible to find until they've eaten their way through your garments. </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2. </span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Threadbare? Don't You Dare! </span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Aw! This must have been a favourite piece of yours. We may be able to replace it (in the case of basic sweaters, jackets, jeans) or it might be worthwhile to have a seamstress use it as a pattern to recreate a new piece to love. Either way, it's time to say goodbye to this piece. If it's a lining that's torn, you might consider replacing it! But only if it's a piece you can't live without. Lining repair cost and labour intensive work.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">3. </span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Bare Your Sole:</span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Shoe vamps stretched out? Pointed toes turning up like the Wicked Witch of the West? It's time for a new pair. Salt stains, scuffs or worn through heel taps? Take them to a trusted shoe repair and ask them to: 1. Clean and Protect 2. Replace the heel or the heel taps 3. Resole the ball of the foot with a thin rubber tread in a colour that matches the sole of the shoe. You'll get more seasons out of those shoes than you expected and you'll look fresh and well-heeled (pardon the pun!)</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">4. </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Protect What You Love: </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Store your off-season clothing, hung or folded, in closed containers with </span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product.asp?SKU=11559662"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">cedar blocks</span></span></a></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, in a temperature controlled environment away from direct light to prevent fading. Avoid</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> mothballs! They are not only made of nasty chemical that can harm humans and animals, but they also impart a distinctive and nose-wrinkling odor to your clothes.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Follow these tactics and your favourite clothes will be ready for another season's worth of adventures just when you need them!</span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-79913919071259276672011-04-02T11:01:00.013-05:002011-04-19T09:10:44.754-05:00To Everything There is a Season<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">When that first day of warm-ish weather hits, when the breeze is just right and the sky is a bright, clear blue, I'm always compelled by thoughts of....cleaning. </span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Yes, I should be outside relishing the weather, but somehow it's opening up all the windows, turning up my favourite cleaning music, and getting knee-deep in the process that feels most satisfying that first day.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">I know not everyone has the same rabid, 'Monica Geller-esque' desire to break out the cleaning fluids, and even I've had a few anti-cleaning excuses run through my head before, I wonder if they sound familiar to you? </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">'But it's SO much work!' </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">'It might snow again in two weeks, why bother?' </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">'Is gets SO much WORSE before it gets better....better leave well enough alone'</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Half way through June you're wondering why you can't find your shorts amid your winter sweaters....Seasonal Closet Clean-Ups are a big job! Like anything, it's easier to accomplish if you break it into steps.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Trademark Tactics:</span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1. Start with your Fall/Winter clothes: </span><a href="http://trademarkimage.blogspot.com/2011/04/when-one-closet-closes.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Organizing and storing</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> these items will help you mentally prepare for the new season.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2. Move on to Spring/Summer, and ask yourself: </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Have you loved/worn it in the past two years? </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Does it still still fit?</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Is it worth altering? </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Do they still fit your Style Words and goals? </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">You know my motto...</span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Clothes should do 3 things: </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1. Fit your body, today </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2.Fit your lifestyle needs/goals </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">3.Make you HAPPY! </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">In this case, even two out of three may not be good enough. If they don't - let them go.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">3. Of the things you decide to let go of, decide what to do with them. I have lots of suggestions on how to </span><a href="http://trademarkimage.blogspot.com/2011/04/give-meaning-to-spring-cleaning.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Give Meaning to Spring Cleaning</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">4. Divide your newly edited items into three categories: Reshelve, Revive, Revamp! </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">5. The final step - once your Fall/Winter items have been tucked away, and your Spring/Summer items fill up your closet happily, create your shopping list for the season based on what needs to be replaced and what new items you'd like to build into your style.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-62811686328567938862011-02-22T11:35:00.009-05:002011-02-24T18:15:55.311-05:00Don't Sweat It: You CAN Look Hot at the Gym!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMkzAaci9cNSw0-QyLHSvRjfB8K459-yzvd3IrzSD1b-kYAMmeZRbT4w8YkLTwxRo7jwILYebCiRzrm-LAxccqsbM-TAxjkcjaV1E18X-fDaP5PrXW5dcek9uIGdb0zYOS3Oo68c0t3II/s1600/berry%253Ablack+workout+set.jpeg"></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">So how is that resolution to get in shape coming along? I've noticed a distinct change in the traffic flow to my favourite gyms in the past couple of weeks as enthusiasm wanes and the 'February blahs' take hold. I think it's just about time for new riff on that commitment to fitness. After all, it's only 4 weeks until the official start of Spring!</span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">People often tell me they don't think they need to up their image at the gym and then say what a drag it is putting on their schleppy old clothes to go work out. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">There are A LOT of mirrors at the gym. While last thing you may want to do is look into gigantic mirrors with fluorescent lights beaming down from above creating unflattering shadows, it's necessary in order to maintain proper form, prevent injury, and witness our own improvement. Wouldn't you love to look great AND perform well at the gym?</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Old grey Tshirts, faded black sweats, ratty sneakers and a pair of sponges to protect your hand when you hold weights? Definitely more utilitarian than inspiring.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">All you need to create a working workout wardrobe is:</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2 pairs of flattering tech-fabric pants in a neutral colour like black or grey - choose a boot cut or a wide cut for a flattering long leg</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2 - 4 mix 'n match athletic tops in two coordinating colours</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1 - 2 layering tops like jackets or zip-up sweatshirts in your coordinating palette</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">a fun pair of trainers that fit well and look good</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1 sport watch </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1 pair of weight lifting gloves</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1 gym bag</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Trademark Trick:</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Your trainers will be the most critical part of your workout gear, so choose a couple of pairs of them first and let the accent colours on them guide your colour choices in your other workout gear for an overall coordinated look.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Here are two options for women:</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMkzAaci9cNSw0-QyLHSvRjfB8K459-yzvd3IrzSD1b-kYAMmeZRbT4w8YkLTwxRo7jwILYebCiRzrm-LAxccqsbM-TAxjkcjaV1E18X-fDaP5PrXW5dcek9uIGdb0zYOS3Oo68c0t3II/s1600/berry%253Ablack+workout+set.jpeg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMkzAaci9cNSw0-QyLHSvRjfB8K459-yzvd3IrzSD1b-kYAMmeZRbT4w8YkLTwxRo7jwILYebCiRzrm-LAxccqsbM-TAxjkcjaV1E18X-fDaP5PrXW5dcek9uIGdb0zYOS3Oo68c0t3II/s320/berry%253Ablack+workout+set.jpeg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5576634545881757426" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px; " /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCiB-NWVcwcFF92NeLq0GMOzwepyOZoGPSIhfPC21M94PKAeGJ6kBORgUQLuHMuApDO9ilZKoeuwkfQhh3GT65SFKqy3seXIPwQKNCN3fiPUYmZppoN0I_BChRL-kjbCzIjmvtsUh-qAk/s1600/acqua%253Aorange+workout+set.jpeg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCiB-NWVcwcFF92NeLq0GMOzwepyOZoGPSIhfPC21M94PKAeGJ6kBORgUQLuHMuApDO9ilZKoeuwkfQhh3GT65SFKqy3seXIPwQKNCN3fiPUYmZppoN0I_BChRL-kjbCzIjmvtsUh-qAk/s320/acqua%253Aorange+workout+set.jpeg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5576634539975820866" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px; " /></a></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The motivation of having a great selection of fun workout gear can really help you look forward to this part of your routine, so don't shy away from wanting to look your best when you're burning calories!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Not sure you can pull this together? Give me a call, I would love to help you get ready to get sweaty!</span></span></div><div><br /></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-15340177989294446432011-02-07T16:44:00.008-05:002011-02-07T17:28:18.736-05:007 Day City Vacation, 1 Carry-On Bag<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim55JfIbDSKdBXhpxOof_UYmG7Kbg_1zapIwN5ivh5OUgq2-zC9cE3LjhbpPFETJOlRLyQ6E7RVhU4wUlvw9SVZqsDXd5wtQY444VWTK3m0Hn70HxIsRcZVjZ6b2MHfIdLH1BZFNM5J9g/s200/IMG_1041.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571069238541352850" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 200px; " /></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">At the Delano Hotel on a very lovely golden chair</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">After 7 gorgeous days in beautiful Miami, can you imagine how excited I was to come back the day before 'Snowmagedon'? *Sigh* I just couldn't stay way from you though! And, as promised I took lots of photos of the outfits I created from the carry-on bag of clothing I packed for my trip. </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; font-size: small; ">Did you create your own set of outfits from my previous post?</span><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">I knew you would be able to put together all the basic outfits that could be created, you know: sweater with jeans, the T-shirt with shorts, or the tank top with shorts or jeans, so I wanted to show you a quick snap shot of some of the OTHER outfits I created! Honestly, with this amount of clothing I could have stayed another week and still have had variety...</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1LIvxx2qjA5gvKTaK7jZDg9vhfEM2jVP_EBUgtMR8mEUf91YQVfpsyEsbmNyLzDwf2vhQOmCPsEapeZZ50NNqSI10GVMFbEXgZaw8UhQcTP_gcOf_w3BeYYUU1jEBcMEPEo8ocJ2frhw/s1600/IMG_1047.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1LIvxx2qjA5gvKTaK7jZDg9vhfEM2jVP_EBUgtMR8mEUf91YQVfpsyEsbmNyLzDwf2vhQOmCPsEapeZZ50NNqSI10GVMFbEXgZaw8UhQcTP_gcOf_w3BeYYUU1jEBcMEPEo8ocJ2frhw/s200/IMG_1047.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571069257219404178" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 80px; height: 200px; " /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Casual Day Going to Coconut Grove</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHHkyf9uIorlPmAwSgHmBUBPqlQ2VexCFDYxQyleoPr6nROb6aww_DJBivqC2W6fd3SpE8cwNb1eSDnSnGLJsMGxn3cu8txWHCpp28SvMKHQwSlwyh1X9U9aTCZsCkGPSGnwffuEUoxnY/s1600/IMG_1045.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHHkyf9uIorlPmAwSgHmBUBPqlQ2VexCFDYxQyleoPr6nROb6aww_DJBivqC2W6fd3SpE8cwNb1eSDnSnGLJsMGxn3cu8txWHCpp28SvMKHQwSlwyh1X9U9aTCZsCkGPSGnwffuEUoxnY/s200/IMG_1045.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571070706558603762" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 79px; height: 200px; " /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Flat Shoes Were Key for Walking Around South Beach & Going to </span><a href="http://www.joesstonecrab.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Joe's Stone Crab</span></b></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">!</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxkvd7SPzcIlIvy7YvEGxsy77xI9KCg3_t8YP4a4mP6OzZIXTbyw5Jw27kWafd_rQgXbvNafZ6DDH1YNeJy81yTjMgOyDC7omtFKOLaxoKJXxNoEpHpIRx8kThXSDLpP8srTkVtgqPQ0k/s1600/IMG_1046.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxkvd7SPzcIlIvy7YvEGxsy77xI9KCg3_t8YP4a4mP6OzZIXTbyw5Jw27kWafd_rQgXbvNafZ6DDH1YNeJy81yTjMgOyDC7omtFKOLaxoKJXxNoEpHpIRx8kThXSDLpP8srTkVtgqPQ0k/s200/IMG_1046.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571069249747268786" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 81px; height: 200px; " /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Quick Change of Jacket, Evening Bag & Heels and I Was Ready for Dinner in </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><a href="http://www.marybrickellvillage.com/">Brickell Village</a></span></b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); font-weight: normal; "><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE2RRVCTepq9faQUZE5ASXxS0EoAJr1RupF0JA7WTZ6KRfO2cCyFZ5M1BVWmx7ET_qI3JhqOVc74sn5TC4U2SIMnjbQiTxiGr_jZTrKjV4g6DRiVnGKZP4NvsuxPlf0KkPn_fv9Dq3Og8/s1600/IMG_1049.jpg"></a></span></span></u></span></span></b></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh84tFzxx9pN6IhwMsbOu2Cr6OpV_fxsSUMDI-BZLPX0j1x8D1CyTlux93SVCZ-3dLHFdHAQIDzu009ktz4oiQW80sgwSv0A6zpco1Xn3l9LVSPdU0Qzt5gOpp6PZNoKIboGqkhkKxvjcw/s1600/IMG_1027.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh84tFzxx9pN6IhwMsbOu2Cr6OpV_fxsSUMDI-BZLPX0j1x8D1CyTlux93SVCZ-3dLHFdHAQIDzu009ktz4oiQW80sgwSv0A6zpco1Xn3l9LVSPdU0Qzt5gOpp6PZNoKIboGqkhkKxvjcw/s200/IMG_1027.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571069235704226226" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 110px; height: 200px; " /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Out for the Evening </span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgadYEWdgTeoTSFI6ifKvBGOfRJRWKn1aXMdwH8MA5Fl4x4FA2R72x-eEomRt0fiq8J23byql_K7nV4R-b6PizAUMvrWxpEFDFQvDVdkC1SuptHlkBT4q89vtW5BPAfHow2GwbPgnN0As0/s1600/IMG_1049.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgadYEWdgTeoTSFI6ifKvBGOfRJRWKn1aXMdwH8MA5Fl4x4FA2R72x-eEomRt0fiq8J23byql_K7nV4R-b6PizAUMvrWxpEFDFQvDVdkC1SuptHlkBT4q89vtW5BPAfHow2GwbPgnN0As0/s200/IMG_1049.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571075948412168082" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 92px; height: 200px; " /></a></span></span></u></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Keeping it Simple</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgerisNVm10HJVGIL3S4fv0OmhfDGUMbAYy_6e-iSH8dx6rcEPgIJYHibC7Bps-Y5D6_N6UtxzbNmuG7gd9d-F1_p3HoJtWhgzREBbmL5-0HNquVgY_ae1XZVylwSjn57vkkvPqbQXRDp4/s1600/IMG_1048.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgerisNVm10HJVGIL3S4fv0OmhfDGUMbAYy_6e-iSH8dx6rcEPgIJYHibC7Bps-Y5D6_N6UtxzbNmuG7gd9d-F1_p3HoJtWhgzREBbmL5-0HNquVgY_ae1XZVylwSjn57vkkvPqbQXRDp4/s200/IMG_1048.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571076439754734146" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 79px; height: 200px; " /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgadYEWdgTeoTSFI6ifKvBGOfRJRWKn1aXMdwH8MA5Fl4x4FA2R72x-eEomRt0fiq8J23byql_K7nV4R-b6PizAUMvrWxpEFDFQvDVdkC1SuptHlkBT4q89vtW5BPAfHow2GwbPgnN0As0/s1600/IMG_1049.jpg"></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; font-family:Georgia, serif;"></span></span></span></div></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">A Little Sheen Goes a Long Way for Dinner at </span><a href="http://michysmiami.com/"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Michy's</span></span></b></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"> (best meal!!)</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></span></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyMDZ7ojZWN2mursN1y_EVPVJadyxMRiRpnzchJBIcL4ULACPCj46hndG-oCZLxXNSbgCDWbQRJQVzk4zW45BASyuIAcQizlJzZBmls0vBRTzWscLvnTobvkZSYNtMIZQ731K7u5f-0Bw/s1600/IMG_1050.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyMDZ7ojZWN2mursN1y_EVPVJadyxMRiRpnzchJBIcL4ULACPCj46hndG-oCZLxXNSbgCDWbQRJQVzk4zW45BASyuIAcQizlJzZBmls0vBRTzWscLvnTobvkZSYNtMIZQ731K7u5f-0Bw/s200/IMG_1050.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571076968503919346" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 94px; height: 200px; " /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Cool Out Today...</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; "><div style="text-align: center; "><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgadYEWdgTeoTSFI6ifKvBGOfRJRWKn1aXMdwH8MA5Fl4x4FA2R72x-eEomRt0fiq8J23byql_K7nV4R-b6PizAUMvrWxpEFDFQvDVdkC1SuptHlkBT4q89vtW5BPAfHow2GwbPgnN0As0/s1600/IMG_1049.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwSJYberyKnWyuJ1wOIKbq1PFJ02Qy6ShXUCOpNAh_rS5BxiLMNdjvGWkBJFxMTYfKBd3CpfKO8ToRGFERhWOlpgkj6ROQt6TR2VC7px9o13J68DR5-SKb4OYVtg0G5HnjdM7WCkqUs4Q/s200/IMG_1051.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571077240301613762" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 101px; height: 200px; " /></a></span></span></u></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">My 'Plane Outfit' Wearing my Beach Tunic as a Top (double duty!)</span></div></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgerisNVm10HJVGIL3S4fv0OmhfDGUMbAYy_6e-iSH8dx6rcEPgIJYHibC7Bps-Y5D6_N6UtxzbNmuG7gd9d-F1_p3HoJtWhgzREBbmL5-0HNquVgY_ae1XZVylwSjn57vkkvPqbQXRDp4/s1600/IMG_1048.jpg"></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; font-family:Georgia, serif;"></span></span></span></div></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgerisNVm10HJVGIL3S4fv0OmhfDGUMbAYy_6e-iSH8dx6rcEPgIJYHibC7Bps-Y5D6_N6UtxzbNmuG7gd9d-F1_p3HoJtWhgzREBbmL5-0HNquVgY_ae1XZVylwSjn57vkkvPqbQXRDp4/s1600/IMG_1048.jpg"></a></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgadYEWdgTeoTSFI6ifKvBGOfRJRWKn1aXMdwH8MA5Fl4x4FA2R72x-eEomRt0fiq8J23byql_K7nV4R-b6PizAUMvrWxpEFDFQvDVdkC1SuptHlkBT4q89vtW5BPAfHow2GwbPgnN0As0/s1600/IMG_1049.jpg"></a></span></span></span></u></div><div><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span></u></div><u><div> </div></u></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-14087830940184049232011-01-28T08:30:00.000-05:002011-01-28T08:30:03.003-05:00Shades of Red<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS4wCxP5OIL9rKOVMz_yJ_XFuhcVSWbwXw9yC5BQXxTjbZtJSUSLGpvEg5Ukmt0kpCvIkq-cijHuDW1CFIfoJm8BnXWFfsIQ0Qo54fXfqV-l3AVpEYSgjf8ieVyyEngJPIQ6_Fo_3tvzU/s1600/red.jpeg"></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:Times;font-size:medium;"><span class="body" style=" ;font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:10pt;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Did you read my blog on why wearing red on dates is a great tip? Great to know, but red can feel a bit tricky. A little can go a long way with this dynamic colour, while a lot can either excite or intimidate. Striking the right balance means knowing how to wear it and knowing what red is right for you.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">How to Wear Red</span></b></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Red can evoke excitement, power, attraction, mystery, and desirability. Here's a few tips on how to evoke the right emotion in the right context:</span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Times;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">First Date? </span></span></span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">My Ladies: </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Try a red top or red accessories to bring attention up to your face. While a matte red lip can be sexy and attention-grabbing, it can also be intimidating and untouchable. Save this for another time. For a first date go with a naturally-glossy, transparent red lip instead.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">My Guys: </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">A solid red button-down is too much of a good thing. Choose a button-down with a red stripe or pattern for the best effect. A patterned shirt with a deep red cashmere sweater over it? This could be a great choice. The key is to break up the block of color for interest. It's all in the details!</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Big Presentation?</span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">My Ladies: </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Red accents, like a silk scarf, brooch, work bag, belt and/or shoe are all great choices to bring subtle power to your presentation. More red works too: a solid or patterned sheath dress are great choices especially when paired with grounding neutrals like black, grey or tan. A more intense red lip can work too, bringing attention to the delivery of your message!</span></div><div> </div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">My Guys: </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Strong red accents are great for you too. A solid or patterned red silk tie is always a winner, especially combined with a coordinating patterned dress shirt. Oxblood leather accessories (belt and shoes) are another subtle detail that create a sophisticated work look, and they're a fun change with black, grey and navy dress pants.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Formal Event?</span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">My Ladies:</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Remember Julia Roberts in that quintessential scene in Pretty Woman? How about Audrey Hepburn in Funny Face? Now is the best time for head-to-toe red!</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">My Guys: </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Now is the time for subtlety. A red patterned pocket square and/or tie are the most appropriate uses for this bold colour.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Which red is right?</span></b></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">From true red, to vermillion, carnelian, carmine, sangria, burgundy and persimmon, there are lots of varieties of this challenging colour to tempt your palette and one will be great for you!</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Experiment with different shades to see which reds make your skin pop, your teeth appear whiter, and your cheeks glow from within. Does the colour make YOU stand out? Or do you see the colour first? We definitely want to see more of YOU!</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS4wCxP5OIL9rKOVMz_yJ_XFuhcVSWbwXw9yC5BQXxTjbZtJSUSLGpvEg5Ukmt0kpCvIkq-cijHuDW1CFIfoJm8BnXWFfsIQ0Qo54fXfqV-l3AVpEYSgjf8ieVyyEngJPIQ6_Fo_3tvzU/s1600/red.jpeg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS4wCxP5OIL9rKOVMz_yJ_XFuhcVSWbwXw9yC5BQXxTjbZtJSUSLGpvEg5Ukmt0kpCvIkq-cijHuDW1CFIfoJm8BnXWFfsIQ0Qo54fXfqV-l3AVpEYSgjf8ieVyyEngJPIQ6_Fo_3tvzU/s320/red.jpeg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565528097663684322" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px; " /></a></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Just like all colours, there is a shade for you and a way to wear it that will make you look and feel your very best. Not sure what shade of red is best for you? A </span><a href="http://trademarkimage.ca/boutique.htm"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Colour Analysis</span></b></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> will determine your best palette.</span></div></span></span>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-8005086445204038482011-01-26T08:30:00.000-05:002011-01-26T08:30:02.139-05:00Gonna Dress You Up in My Love...<div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Love is in the air...everywhere you look around....</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">In fact, while I was shopping at Holt Renfrew on the weekend I was gifted with a red foil wrapped heart shaped chocolate by a cupid-patterned boxer short and red feather wing wearing model and his red bodysuited & tutued assistant. It may not have been love, but it was lovely none-the-less.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ8GQiZg3Qv4GwpDGFz_PgqnA2MWToC-SojHlbVLoZ1Ww2NO0JMDLdbr8eFWRDCI-_NN3nrFLqjE5Y3ZJUG8oyq9zEmUA9ukQ2OyZlhPpVCubM2SNBypn85jWhl3mHA4_tjnYe5JRVlsY/s200/I%2527m+With+Cupid.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565590269296636434" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px; " /></span></span></div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:arial;">It got my brain whirring....After all, as Holt's red clad staff subtly pointed out: Valentine's Day is just around the corner! Whether you're in a relationship or committing yourself to new dates and new love, what you wear on a date can increase your success in holding, or increasing, the interest of the apple of your eye.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Chris DeBurg was on to something with his song 'Lady in Red'. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">If you're asking yourself "Tamara, are you serious?" Oh yes, I am! And so are Andrew Elliot and </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 21px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Daniela Niesta, </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">of the University of Rochester. Their </span><b><a href="http://www.rochester.edu/news/show.php?id=3268"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">s</span></span></a></b></span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><a href="http://www.rochester.edu/news/show.php?id=3268"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">tudies</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">show that </span></span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">in the context of dating</span></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> women who wear red:</span></span></div><div><ol><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Effortlessly draw their male companion to sit closer to them and ask them more intimate questions</span></span></li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Are seen as more attractive and and desirable</span></span></li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Are Treated to a higher quality/more expensive date</span></span></li></ol></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">The best part is that </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">the 'red factor,' in the context of dating, works both ways</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">! Other findings by Elliot and Niesta conclude that women find men who wear red to be:</span></span></div><div><ol><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">More powerful</span></span></li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">More high-status</span></span></li></ol></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Really! </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Take a look at this </span></span><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1rx61XmcDk"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">clip</span></span></b></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> of Prof. Elliot talking about their study findings. </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">As I always say: the more strings on your bow, the better! </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">With this positive start, you can feel confident in letting your personality</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> shine even brighter when you're out on that date. </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">So if you're looking for love, instead of giving a cynical snort, respond with a resounding "YES!" the next time someone asks you if you'll be donning red for Valentine's Day! </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> </span></span></div></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">I'm glad we got that covered because with the right colour, we're part of the way there. Want to know how to wear red or what to wear on a date? </span><a href="http://trademarkimage.ca/contact.htm"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Contact me</span></b></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">! I'd love to help you get confidence boosting looks ready for your next date!</span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-34760864689393445472011-01-19T21:02:00.015-05:002011-01-21T20:06:38.196-05:00What Does a Image Consultant Pack for Vacation?<div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><blockquote></blockquote><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">I think we can agree that it's been a wild winter this year, can't we? So, not to rub it in, but I'm headed for vacation next week to sunny Miami and I can't wait! The stresses of customs combined with the lengthy waits at the baggage claim have made me decide to pack for this 7 day trip in a carry-on.</span></span></span></div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">You've seen me </span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/your-business/business-categories/business-travel/what-to-pack-for-a-short-business-trip/article1634201/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">pack in a carry-on for a business trip</span></span></a></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> with the </span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Report on Business</span></span></a></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, now I'm going to apply the same techniques when packing for a week of fun.</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">My trip is a </span></span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">City Vacation</span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, and it will be hot during the days and cool at night. While we will definitely hit the beach & the pool, it's not a 'lay on the beach and rotate every 45 min' kind of trip. There will shopping & wandering (hello Miami Deco & Versace's Mansion!), dinners & evenings out (salsa dancing I hope!), and even gym-going....I know.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">This kind of trip seems to require a lot of different kinds of clothing for difference kinds of activities but, done strategically, you can still be properly attired with lots of variety and YES: make it all into a carry-on bag.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">I don't think I've ever done this before, but I'm going to share MY OWN wardrobe pieces with you right now. Ready? Here's what I'm bringing to Miami (outside of cosmetics, workout gear & socks/personals):</span></span></div><div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisV2Xdq0kSn-sCwushjxb-ziB07dbjm5D83B8cqx8QiWTzWtbKEgZI5d7A5brceDX33UXVX32nvJS1_LcEaIRU1qioYEGfL6XvZCW1y84mZxCRQEEK02lEbtBFB0C5dLk-iiri1RqduoQ/s1600/Vacation+Set+1.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisV2Xdq0kSn-sCwushjxb-ziB07dbjm5D83B8cqx8QiWTzWtbKEgZI5d7A5brceDX33UXVX32nvJS1_LcEaIRU1qioYEGfL6XvZCW1y84mZxCRQEEK02lEbtBFB0C5dLk-iiri1RqduoQ/s320/Vacation+Set+1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5564697895382072914" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px; " /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Steel Blue Stretch Cotton V-Neck T, Charcoal Grey Easy-Fit Tank, Mauve Matte Silk Jersey Asymmetrical Top, Steel Blue & Cream Floral Bustier </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigSqw9NGTJU3y_p1HrZ0KxB-FQaDMDNjjuaRc0MiiHdHyDXuYYPDMncatN61xvuCw5jC8v4UzY7bhJibkWm-Z8dVmnrSO6WF-7rJrGrFa5GcEohCwU36e9fREFcYQJ9n8W2-vKigDHO_I/s1600/Vacation+Set+3.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigSqw9NGTJU3y_p1HrZ0KxB-FQaDMDNjjuaRc0MiiHdHyDXuYYPDMncatN61xvuCw5jC8v4UzY7bhJibkWm-Z8dVmnrSO6WF-7rJrGrFa5GcEohCwU36e9fREFcYQJ9n8W2-vKigDHO_I/s320/Vacation+Set+3.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5564697907483188754" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px; " /></a><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Charcoal Grey Cropped Skinny Pant, Dark Indigo Flare Jeans, Cream Self-Belt City Short</span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-qVWlI7ymIjeJS33CW6glrbJMESk4S2PWyX87-UUOAsnh_F_rUo1EN9l6tDA52gTH-_28s55ecfbYGcey6535Q44Ai8jqPyGPnWULRzSSQVrjRWmnO0wHit6lXE82DOMng8bW0u8XOjI/s1600/Vacation+Set+2.jpg"></a></span></span></span></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-qVWlI7ymIjeJS33CW6glrbJMESk4S2PWyX87-UUOAsnh_F_rUo1EN9l6tDA52gTH-_28s55ecfbYGcey6535Q44Ai8jqPyGPnWULRzSSQVrjRWmnO0wHit6lXE82DOMng8bW0u8XOjI/s1600/Vacation+Set+2.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-qVWlI7ymIjeJS33CW6glrbJMESk4S2PWyX87-UUOAsnh_F_rUo1EN9l6tDA52gTH-_28s55ecfbYGcey6535Q44Ai8jqPyGPnWULRzSSQVrjRWmnO0wHit6lXE82DOMng8bW0u8XOjI/s320/Vacation+Set+2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5564697897805880594" style="text-align: left; display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px; " /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Mashable-Packable Multi-Coloured Strapless Day Dress, Steel Blue Matte Jersey Off-The-Shoulder Dress</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-qVWlI7ymIjeJS33CW6glrbJMESk4S2PWyX87-UUOAsnh_F_rUo1EN9l6tDA52gTH-_28s55ecfbYGcey6535Q44Ai8jqPyGPnWULRzSSQVrjRWmnO0wHit6lXE82DOMng8bW0u8XOjI/s1600/Vacation+Set+2.jpg"></a></span></span></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimcqm9I-5ZPPECgsFzv3lf50fod8Iw9AkIVLb2Dao25gAz6Lf4sIshH6Jop-gNwSV5k5QeLC-EmdUlUagTPNhM3ka-A0ZuwzRHtK-hF1EDwQsBY-wYH2SUJI5c1rbQQhy6akVqBAMfvME/s1600/Vacation+Set+4.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimcqm9I-5ZPPECgsFzv3lf50fod8Iw9AkIVLb2Dao25gAz6Lf4sIshH6Jop-gNwSV5k5QeLC-EmdUlUagTPNhM3ka-A0ZuwzRHtK-hF1EDwQsBY-wYH2SUJI5c1rbQQhy6akVqBAMfvME/s320/Vacation+Set+4.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5564697905967348434" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px; " /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Steel Blue Linen Blazer, Coral Pink Linen V-Neck Sweater</span></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center; "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDQfTy6dfcMS909NTNd8RbObTZ2SkHnXEPRo_hMkxcgc47ZdXW3DppX8eTFXcc4oXjAa0dAAbIIxn9kkCrxsaO1GxyW0EykKFiG2Jo4UIlY8UVhxdUxEnFvLxWIVp2SY1ME1gJLscdOtI/s1600/Vacation+Set+5.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDQfTy6dfcMS909NTNd8RbObTZ2SkHnXEPRo_hMkxcgc47ZdXW3DppX8eTFXcc4oXjAa0dAAbIIxn9kkCrxsaO1GxyW0EykKFiG2Jo4UIlY8UVhxdUxEnFvLxWIVp2SY1ME1gJLscdOtI/s320/Vacation+Set+5.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5564697909502602834" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px; " /></a></div><blockquote><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Chambray Tunic/Cover-Up, Green/Turquoise/Coral Pink Paisley Bikini, Turquoise Bikini</span></span></div></blockquote><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDQfTy6dfcMS909NTNd8RbObTZ2SkHnXEPRo_hMkxcgc47ZdXW3DppX8eTFXcc4oXjAa0dAAbIIxn9kkCrxsaO1GxyW0EykKFiG2Jo4UIlY8UVhxdUxEnFvLxWIVp2SY1ME1gJLscdOtI/s1600/Vacation+Set+5.jpg"></a></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2uo9gDJjCzq04CgZzdSaGu6ar6MkpIlbzCcDcyPi3rRsCILusTe9AbjatCtMMDyXi8ebH4lGnjO8oD7uUdLP3DbIEgNjlmRXlCi_OkiA1qZ-dIo6kKyS26DT841x1OXxfThC3J-kYA3o/s1600/Vacation+Set+6.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2uo9gDJjCzq04CgZzdSaGu6ar6MkpIlbzCcDcyPi3rRsCILusTe9AbjatCtMMDyXi8ebH4lGnjO8oD7uUdLP3DbIEgNjlmRXlCi_OkiA1qZ-dIo6kKyS26DT841x1OXxfThC3J-kYA3o/s320/Vacation+Set+6.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5564698139745474226" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px; " /></a></span></span></div></div></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">Nude Heels, Brown Wedge Sandals, Charcoal Grey Shimmery Thongs, Deep Purple Scarf, Brown Leather Shoulder Bag, Shell Coloured Shimmery Suede Clutch, Brown Wide Belt, Gas-Spill Metallic Twist 'n Tie Belt</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">And yes, it all fits in a carry-on! There's even enough room for a travel companion...sorry Minouchka, not this time!</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></u></b></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><u><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; font-family:Georgia, serif;"><u><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVw6p459DgP9uEnkcpLwBy9KRl8U_B1UlgzfXBc8bm1ALHxU2TG0Cth6IlLpwtchcKh2jHH3vWyhfK7dGVCQLiTSemzcrVjiNEB-QRwmdVdCxIXkGSwb9-L44w1l7O3MLLhwSO37OPQ7k/s1600/Minouchka+Goes+to+Miami.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVw6p459DgP9uEnkcpLwBy9KRl8U_B1UlgzfXBc8bm1ALHxU2TG0Cth6IlLpwtchcKh2jHH3vWyhfK7dGVCQLiTSemzcrVjiNEB-QRwmdVdCxIXkGSwb9-L44w1l7O3MLLhwSO37OPQ7k/s200/Minouchka+Goes+to+Miami.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5564782360128880018" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 192px; " /></a></div></u></span></span></div></div></u></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">What I love about this capsule:</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> 1) The colour palette mixes a constant neutral (Charcoal Grey) with 4 flattering colours (denim blue, mauve, steel blue, and coral pink) that work well in warm weather, 2) The fabrics mix well together and for different levels of dress because they are light weight, smooth textured, and 3) Every piece does multiple duties so there's lots of bang for buck!</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">So where's the work out gear?</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> I put it into my gym bag of course! This </span><a href="http://www.luglife.com/Heart-Quilted-Puddle-Jumper-Plum?sc=18&category=3606"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Lug Puddle Jumper</span></b></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> also makes a perfect tote bag for travel. Lots of compartments and a tonne of internal space, I fit in two sets of workout gear, gym shoes, weight gloves, my laptop, iPod & earphones, and a slew of other odds & ends for the plane ride (like my laptop, trail mix & kale chips).</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:Georgia, serif;font-size:16px;"><u><div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvnU3oEf_UHSJ9-IorUhs6S59AzTdJh99mJCwhZqAHvO_x9tzl8GFT6C-hWDU8ORt3fZjGHTLvwXjkjyMr4Eviy1R0YrRI8jwjW_eaFPrkBUSlvzGLXUXHpF-2xL_yo5t1tFMHSB8EVqI/s1600/puddle+jumper.jpeg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvnU3oEf_UHSJ9-IorUhs6S59AzTdJh99mJCwhZqAHvO_x9tzl8GFT6C-hWDU8ORt3fZjGHTLvwXjkjyMr4Eviy1R0YrRI8jwjW_eaFPrkBUSlvzGLXUXHpF-2xL_yo5t1tFMHSB8EVqI/s200/puddle+jumper.jpeg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5564780811589426162" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 188px; " /></a></div></div></u></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><div style="text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Ooh! One last tip: </span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">I choose to wear some of the heartier clothing on the plane so it doesn't take up valuable packing space. My 'travel outfit' will be the jeans with the chambray tunic, the jacket, accessorized with the platform shoes (with cute crochet sockettes for the Toronto portion), wide belt, large brown purse, and purple scarf. Upon arrival I can peel a layer or two off and feel perfectly suited for the Miami warmth! </span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Play with this capsule! I bet you can think up far more than just a week's worth of outfits here! And I'll show you some of the combos I wore when I return!</span></span></span></span></div></span></span></span></div><u><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvnU3oEf_UHSJ9-IorUhs6S59AzTdJh99mJCwhZqAHvO_x9tzl8GFT6C-hWDU8ORt3fZjGHTLvwXjkjyMr4Eviy1R0YrRI8jwjW_eaFPrkBUSlvzGLXUXHpF-2xL_yo5t1tFMHSB8EVqI/s1600/puddle+jumper.jpeg"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></a></div></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></b></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span"></span></span></div></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigSqw9NGTJU3y_p1HrZ0KxB-FQaDMDNjjuaRc0MiiHdHyDXuYYPDMncatN61xvuCw5jC8v4UzY7bhJibkWm-Z8dVmnrSO6WF-7rJrGrFa5GcEohCwU36e9fREFcYQJ9n8W2-vKigDHO_I/s1600/Vacation+Set+3.jpg"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisV2Xdq0kSn-sCwushjxb-ziB07dbjm5D83B8cqx8QiWTzWtbKEgZI5d7A5brceDX33UXVX32nvJS1_LcEaIRU1qioYEGfL6XvZCW1y84mZxCRQEEK02lEbtBFB0C5dLk-iiri1RqduoQ/s1600/Vacation+Set+1.jpg"></a></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"> </span></span></div></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"> </span></div></u></div><u></u>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-30143276587589540842011-01-17T08:56:00.004-05:002011-01-17T11:12:18.895-05:00Get Dressed UP When You're Feeling Down!<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:arial;"><div><div style="position: relative; width: 400px; height: 400px; text-align: center; "><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/get_dressed_up_when_you/set?.embedder=860089&.mid=embed&id=27195927"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><img width="400" alt="Get Dressed UP When You Feel Down!" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFkVuTWo3RklpNEJHVWRWckdQWERvOXcAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Get Dressed UP When You Feel Down!" height="400" border="0" force="1" /></span></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">This year, January 17th has the dubious honour of being </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://www.ctv.ca/CTVNews/TopStories/20110117/blue-monday-110117/"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">'Blue Monday'</span></span></b></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, known as the most depressing day of the year. If you woke up with that 'down' feeling today, now you'll know why!</span></span></div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">There's an neat </span></span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue_Monday_(date)"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">calculation</span></span></b></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> that identifies this day and pseudo-science/marketing ploy or not, I'd love to focus on how to face a dreary day with as much gusto and happiness as you can muster!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Tamara's Top 5 Tips for Dressing Up When You're Feeling Down</span></span></b></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1. Choose colour - for yourself and for others!</span></b></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#CC0000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Reds</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> evoke activeness, positivity and energy, add a little to your outfit to coax an outgoing attitude.</span></span></span></span></span></b></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FF9900;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Oranges</span></span></span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> a dose of wardrobe vitamin C! Known as a bright, fun, and conversational, a touch of orange may help promote social feelings and feelings of excitement.</span></span></div><div><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFF00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Yellows</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: normal;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> The colour of spontaneity, yellows appeal as cheerful, warm, and inspired. </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#FFFF33;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></span></b></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#663366;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Purples</span></span></b></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> inspire creativity, drama and draw people in. Use it to bring out your charm and allure!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2. Get Tactile</span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><b></b>Choose fabrics that feel good on the skin give yourself a light touch every time you move and may give those around around you a cue to 'be nice'. There's nothing like super soft cottons, silks or cashmere to give you a bit of a lift. They feel luxurious, special and comforting - all great mood boosters!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">3. </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Go To Your Go-Tos</span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Today's the perfect day for your no-fail outfit, the one that fits to a T and is complete with the right accessories. What could be better than setting yourself up for confidence boosting compliments?</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">4. </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Get Grooming! </span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><b></b>Today's the day to put a little extra effort in making it a great hair day, and having your favourite cosmetics in place - even if that's just a little moisturizer and chapstick. </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">5. </span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Put on a SMILE! </span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><b></b>You're never fully dressed without it, and nothing does more to increase your face value ;) (how could I resist)</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Kind of like going to the gym is normally the best thing you can do to fight lack of motivation, putting a little extra effort in your wardrobe routine goes a long way to combatting those 'I just don't wanna' feelings. Use these tips and you'll start to feel happy in no time!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Want to learn more about how to dress happy? </span><b><a href="http://www.trademarkimage.ca/boutique.htm"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Check out our services</span></span></a></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">!</span></span></div></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-73186663910923799832011-01-10T15:54:00.010-05:002011-01-10T21:36:59.827-05:00My Favourite Jeans - A Love Story & Anniversary Message!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgULqkEywz2uzZGgG6w5H2_4z_065BmCWkqUwka5RLICt63jw-_tn39IpVnpModd-C48iSB11bC4kQ-iDVITgDb_qI8aS0NKp3R_AbR_auF7AvPpYvtS2QzM18hsTDEwGb1Bdiwfv3gNyU/s1600/7s+Jeans.png"></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">It happened in the Autumn of 2000. I was working at</span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></b><a href="http://www.mendocino.ca/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Mendocino</span></b></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> in Toronto when we received our first shipment of the line of jeans that would change the way we all see denim. What was once an every day item would become a luxury status symbol. We received</span><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></b><a href="http://www.7forallmankind.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">7 for All Mankind</span></b></span></a><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">denim, as far as I know, they were amongst the first 7s to be carried in Toronto!</span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Uniquely verigated, fine but sturdy 100% cotton denim, strategically faded, gently whiskered for a natural looking wear, and with their (at the time) signature faded 'crease' down the front of the leg, as soon as I put them on, I was hooked. My bootcut 7s went everywhere with me: my move to Australia (they'd never seen anything like them), various vacations, all manner of occasions. They fit my body shape perfectly, and suited almost every lifestyle demand I could place on a pair of jeans.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgULqkEywz2uzZGgG6w5H2_4z_065BmCWkqUwka5RLICt63jw-_tn39IpVnpModd-C48iSB11bC4kQ-iDVITgDb_qI8aS0NKp3R_AbR_auF7AvPpYvtS2QzM18hsTDEwGb1Bdiwfv3gNyU/s1600/7s+Jeans.png"></a></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">After 3.5 years of denim bliss, and a gradual move from 'dressy' to 'casual' to 'weekend' wardrobe, the first tear happened. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The horror! </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">From that point on, </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">I patched and repaired my beloved 7s so many times that they're hanging on by the patches themselves. It has been years since I was able to wear them yet pair of jeans remains tucked away in my special memorabilia box, reserved for things like high school yearbooks, photos of childhood friends & past loves. (Even Image Consultants aren't immune to clothing-sentimentality!)</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 16px; "><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgULqkEywz2uzZGgG6w5H2_4z_065BmCWkqUwka5RLICt63jw-_tn39IpVnpModd-C48iSB11bC4kQ-iDVITgDb_qI8aS0NKp3R_AbR_auF7AvPpYvtS2QzM18hsTDEwGb1Bdiwfv3gNyU/s1600/7s+Jeans.png"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgULqkEywz2uzZGgG6w5H2_4z_065BmCWkqUwka5RLICt63jw-_tn39IpVnpModd-C48iSB11bC4kQ-iDVITgDb_qI8aS0NKp3R_AbR_auF7AvPpYvtS2QzM18hsTDEwGb1Bdiwfv3gNyU/s320/7s+Jeans.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5560749915989698242" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 231px; " /></a></span></span></div></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">As many pairs of beautiful denim as I have had since then, I have never had the same affection as I had for those, my perfect jeans.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">This past November, </span><a href="http://7famblog.wordpress.com/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">7 for All Mankind</span></b></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> celebrated it's </span><a href="http://www.denimblog.com/seven-for-all-mankind-jeans/7-for-all-mankinds-10th-anniversary/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#33CC00;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">10th Anniversary</span></b></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">! </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; font-size: small; ">Happy Anniversary, Sevens! And please, if you decide to bring back style U0775019U-G, in it's classic execution, be in touch. I know an Image Consultant in Toronto who desperately needs another pair!</span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-26109756339848772372010-12-01T14:02:00.003-05:002010-12-01T15:03:05.309-05:00Winter Wondering...<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">OK, so we're facing December and Toronto is the only city in the country that has yet to see full-on snow. I hope I'm not 'jinxing' the situation but I am glad it gives us a bit more time to talk about winter coats and accessories.</span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">I recently helped a client to get out of her black coat rut with the purchase of a beautiful royal purple boucle car length coat which we accessorized with a deep pink zigzag pleated scarf and coordinating black-plum leather gloves. Topping it off were a pair of black winterized suede 'shoeties' boots with delicate silver studs on the heels and a gorgeous black leather bag with a shoulder strap long enough to go over a coat sleeve.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">Can you imagine what a joy she will be to look in the middle of February? She can't wait for the cold!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">I know not everyone is brave enough to give up a black winter coat, and that's ok! It makes a fantastic base for interesting accessories! In fact, a reader, Andrea, wrote me with a question that I'm sure many of you have: "Tamara, is it ok to wear a black coat with a black bag and brown boots?"</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">I suppose it is, but I think we can have a lot more fun here. A couple of things to remember:</span></span></div><div><ol><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">We have winter for a loooong time. I advise my clients to build a <a href="http://bit.ly/erVGz1">wardrobe of winter outerwear</a> that suits their needs. For heaven's sake, would you wear the same outfit every day for 6 months? Didn't think so. So why would you wear the same coat, boots, and winter accessories every day until the thaw?</span></span></li><li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:arial;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">The idea is to make this outer layer look like just as much a thoughtful outfit as the rest of your clothing. Have fun with the accessories! They're easy to build on, replace and jazz up!</span></span></li></ol></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Here are a couple interesting & elegant options for that black coat, one that uses that brown accent but bumps it up by incorporating this winter's fur trend & one that uses berry tones and a little rock 'n roll bling:</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><div><div style="position:relative;width:500px;height:500px;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/winter_accessory_magic/set?.embedder=860089&.mid=embed&id=25043257"><img width="500" alt="Winter Accessory Magic!" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFnBqVThJYXp5M3hHTmE2ZVRXaGNPR0EAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Winter Accessory Magic!" height="500" border="0" force="1" /></a></div><br /><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/winter_accessory_magic/set?.embedder=860089&.mid=embed&id=25043257">Winter Accessory Magic!</a> by <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.embedder=860089&.mid=embed&id=860089">Trademark Image Consulting</a> featuring a <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/beret_hat/shop?query=beret+hat">beret hat</a></small></div></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">These are two simple ways to create interest with that plain old black winter coat. What's your favourite way to accessorize for winter?</span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-5607159190954403832010-11-01T09:13:00.012-05:002010-11-01T11:28:55.432-05:00Moustaches for a Cause - It's Movember!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7Dw2fbMSMnZHfJaKUfonO4rE6_Xc3mi8zVLJStmvUA7n2mXGqZ3fqK8X-4b77_gU4jLS7uGFRDX03PaPkqyspZPWZ214pNMezdID_L4pioMOVI0m_2RfAEt5vm5lAPEtCGcBghMnSdcI/s1600/Moustaches.jpg"></a><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">In October, many of us are focused on raising funds and awareness about Breast Cancer and Children's Charities, but in November there is another opportunity to come together and this time it's all about the men.</span></span></div></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Since 2003, November has also been celebrated as <a href="http://ca.movember.com/?home"><b>Movember</b></a>! A month during which men change their physical features by growing a moustache and accepting donations for men's health, specifically prostate cancer research. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">What a fun way not only to raise funds for an important cause, but to also have an opportunity to experiment with your personal image!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">What can facial hair do for you? I couldn't agree more with </span><a href="http://bit.ly/dkerT1"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">eHow </span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">on this one:</span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1. A moustache can reduce</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> the look of a receding hairline by directing attention toward the lower half of your face</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">A beard or goatee can add strength to a weaker jawline</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">3. A short beard or nicely trimmed moustache can add definition and shape to</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> a round face</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">4. Narrower moustaches plus a small patch of hair under the lower lip (aka a soul patch) balances</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> thin lips, high foreheads and/or large noses</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">5. A narrow, closely trimmed moustache that follows the natural curves of your lips can emphasize a well shaped mouth.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">5. A goatee can provide a softening counterpoint to sharp facial features like a sharp nose or small mouth</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">6. A closely clipped beard or 5 o'clock shadow can make more mature facial shapes look refreshed and current! They add softness and can give the illusion of taughtness to the skin!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Wearing facial hair with style:</span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1. Make sure that wearing facial hair is ok at work. If it takes you a long time to grow your facial hair, you may with to start with a full beard and shave down to the moustache when you've reached your desired length.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2. Understand that just as in clothing, each face shape can support different shapes of facial hair </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">3. Research different facial hair designs and plan to groom in that direction for the month</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">4. Keep your facial hair neat and tidy with the right tools (like your razor of choice, a moustache comb and trimmer)</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:100%;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:13px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:Georgia, serif;font-size:16px;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">For more information on how to participate in Movember, visit <a href="http://ca.movember.com/?home"><b>Movember Canada</b></a>.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">With so many famous attractive moustachioed men out there like Jamie Foxx, Jude Law, and the timeless Tom Selleck, I would certainly suggest having fun with this one.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:Georgia, serif;font-size:16px;"><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: 16px; "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7Dw2fbMSMnZHfJaKUfonO4rE6_Xc3mi8zVLJStmvUA7n2mXGqZ3fqK8X-4b77_gU4jLS7uGFRDX03PaPkqyspZPWZ214pNMezdID_L4pioMOVI0m_2RfAEt5vm5lAPEtCGcBghMnSdcI/s1600/Moustaches.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7Dw2fbMSMnZHfJaKUfonO4rE6_Xc3mi8zVLJStmvUA7n2mXGqZ3fqK8X-4b77_gU4jLS7uGFRDX03PaPkqyspZPWZ214pNMezdID_L4pioMOVI0m_2RfAEt5vm5lAPEtCGcBghMnSdcI/s400/Moustaches.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5534618166503213954" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 309px; " /></a><div></div></span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEQI_wOy9TyuxaAAREpJiEj4WoRi2hZlv9YIRc0KTv2d3w2cS9ThAMcZllMOXd2mkvGA9cIff-AkTJ3vKwa5OGJX3fYCK4ntO7VuhNi8SrXdIeaGxE9WPhW-t_zJ3e2GEqxKjysJN_If4/s1600/Isaiah.jpg"></a></span><div></div></span></span></span></div></span></span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-14775375577109116162010-10-22T07:51:00.008-05:002010-10-26T18:11:50.185-05:00Lift and Separate - Your Rear?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic8k9uzO2B8W1uLJ7BzguYt3bVJh2d5SxIr8zSO0ItUqonjloLOX9JBsQ_Vmc4FQ-DPbZOpUcl8kTksDektfJDjj7-UR9p0sZtPD8FHJg12De2nTo5llWho20SNWvHr6KIKE9B9UyNfuQ/s1600/bluesh+Christopher+Blue.jpg"></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3gGMv-HgQ4b-MLaNuCTpK3K6N6kSKPQMqpb4GNJffys4XCyGsFxJNlswBEo9osOznbrhDZADfz1izNJ5Lr4TqzOrb3UO1evsv5X8zZvPDlNYqGKBBM2m6Hr-dS1Tpch8Vwwv-zNWZOxM/s1600/grey+NYDJ.jpg"></a><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">In the MSN/Sympatico article </span></span><a href="http://bit.ly/bWjaIR"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">How to Dress Your Womanly Curves</span></span></b></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> I provided a few style tips on how to avoid the dreaded Muffin Top. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Another rear-view issue is figuring out how to lift and separate for a fuller behind. A fuller-looking rear end has been a coveted feature for a number of seasons now, and there are a number of ways to enhance what you've got....</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">1. Cut & Style</span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">For flat rears, look for mid to high rise bottoms that fit well across the rear. No sagging under your tush or excess material across the top where your tush and your back meet. Trouser style pants can be a great choice. The pant should fall straight from the mid-rear to the hem, no hugging, pulling or sagging anywhere along the way. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">2. Something in Your Pocket</span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Pocket placement and detail are critical! </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">For a perky rear view, back pockets should be slightly raised on the pant, and placed straight on, or at a slight angle. Embellishment</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">, and patch or box details are great tush enhancers. </span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: arial; font-size: small; ">Also note the pocket:tush ratio: Too small pocket = overwhelming tush, too big pocket = disappearing tush. Not good.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic8k9uzO2B8W1uLJ7BzguYt3bVJh2d5SxIr8zSO0ItUqonjloLOX9JBsQ_Vmc4FQ-DPbZOpUcl8kTksDektfJDjj7-UR9p0sZtPD8FHJg12De2nTo5llWho20SNWvHr6KIKE9B9UyNfuQ/s1600/bluesh+Christopher+Blue.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic8k9uzO2B8W1uLJ7BzguYt3bVJh2d5SxIr8zSO0ItUqonjloLOX9JBsQ_Vmc4FQ-DPbZOpUcl8kTksDektfJDjj7-UR9p0sZtPD8FHJg12De2nTo5llWho20SNWvHr6KIKE9B9UyNfuQ/s320/bluesh+Christopher+Blue.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5532491312210549378" style="text-align: left;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 112px; " /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3gGMv-HgQ4b-MLaNuCTpK3K6N6kSKPQMqpb4GNJffys4XCyGsFxJNlswBEo9osOznbrhDZADfz1izNJ5Lr4TqzOrb3UO1evsv5X8zZvPDlNYqGKBBM2m6Hr-dS1Tpch8Vwwv-zNWZOxM/s1600/grey+NYDJ.jpg"></a></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3gGMv-HgQ4b-MLaNuCTpK3K6N6kSKPQMqpb4GNJffys4XCyGsFxJNlswBEo9osOznbrhDZADfz1izNJ5Lr4TqzOrb3UO1evsv5X8zZvPDlNYqGKBBM2m6Hr-dS1Tpch8Vwwv-zNWZOxM/s1600/grey+NYDJ.jpg"></a></span><img style="text-align: left;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 124px; height: 99px; " src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzNPyK3ryZp04ysYi830P44O7glQZiIuTN8QIWoL4V-lDmKCQjgDlo1I7yXI1pOPdiqOu8ZbrMemPW4dkO6x0nLjhF_0QtVvwH9bsgsgh29ZEHSSxD5gemjym2uhenM5mz5BP2WdkR2No/s320/blue+NYDJ.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5532485376034951666" /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><a href="http://bit.ly/91FYEv"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Not Your Daughter's Jeans</span></a></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> have a 'Lift & Tuck' Technology that actually supports your bottom line!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">3. Magic Pants!</span></b></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The right foundation counts! There are lots of online resources, but having a pro fit you at a specialty shop like <b><a href="bit.ly/bqm05x">Avec Plaisir</a></b> is as important for underwear as it is for bras. </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Tush lifting undies are cleverly shaped and seamed to hike you up & round you out using your own shape. </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Want more? Try </span><a href="http://bit.ly/amyb1S"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">butt lifters</span></b></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> & </span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://bit.ly/akU26m"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">padded enhancers</span></b></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> that are comfortable, breathable, and natural looking to....boot.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">No matter what stylist tips & tricks you choose, what's most important is that every tush can look great - so proud of yours, and flaunt what you've got!</span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-35807246821727695852010-10-21T10:00:00.000-05:002010-10-21T10:00:02.366-05:00For Women: Military Inspired Accessories<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmThyphenhyphenhXDn0AXgsdUIae4Om1Y1o78ihOwXUkBoIL7N2Xe5sKq6aPOIyCHsebE6iZM5EwFhp2z-wXZeP-mNOfDR7l_Y1G9p4diKkX-aAHnsB0tmfU0uRMsLMnq4bivxkSeGf9CoJHiVPcYI/s1600/Veronica+Shortie.jpg"></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeNkUUGIe4i0po1S91xgJpmgEIRyXy9ZxvZ01pyuFq_sSPU8wDBM2Y9XeHRzV44EfMWhV2wx-S1eE-BaTRU41mJ1Aw92cKpcbq2ZK3KQg_dhuXapyBbSERkTFAQVEelnm3d17F4TM8SgQ/s1600/Donley,+Nine+West+in+Lucky+and+Vogue.jpg"></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Many of you have asked about the military trend, with this question: How can I pull off the military trend without going over the top?</span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">There's a lot of military inspired boots out there. Buying a pair that will last more than one season depends on being able to find some that pay homage to the trend without going full-force into it.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Here are some that I like:</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: none; "><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Georgia, serif; "><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0rh4YHHjEDbfaHWFqgO7EutDxH4XKufs1GBFgPgIUZlYROPhcAmVof10eKC1IwKh_JVfuQz1kMaFIUQWIvadt_9a3k27DN-iWcnU6Uq5Wo5CBkAxMrnK1C5xGtgDT1QkJwwKIegQxZuQ/s1600/Tory+Burch+Lug+Soled+bootie.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0rh4YHHjEDbfaHWFqgO7EutDxH4XKufs1GBFgPgIUZlYROPhcAmVof10eKC1IwKh_JVfuQz1kMaFIUQWIvadt_9a3k27DN-iWcnU6Uq5Wo5CBkAxMrnK1C5xGtgDT1QkJwwKIegQxZuQ/s200/Tory+Burch+Lug+Soled+bootie.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529612406874176690" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 160px; height: 200px; " /></a></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://bit.ly/dkf3Nr">Tory Burch</a> bootie! Lovely! </span></span></div></span><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeNkUUGIe4i0po1S91xgJpmgEIRyXy9ZxvZ01pyuFq_sSPU8wDBM2Y9XeHRzV44EfMWhV2wx-S1eE-BaTRU41mJ1Aw92cKpcbq2ZK3KQg_dhuXapyBbSERkTFAQVEelnm3d17F4TM8SgQ/s200/Donley,+Nine+West+in+Lucky+and+Vogue.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529612401756694962" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px; " /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://bit.ly/bT5Gf7"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">Nine West Bootie</span></span></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#000000;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">This one was featured in the September issues of Vogue and Lucky!</span></span></span></div></span><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmThyphenhyphenhXDn0AXgsdUIae4Om1Y1o78ihOwXUkBoIL7N2Xe5sKq6aPOIyCHsebE6iZM5EwFhp2z-wXZeP-mNOfDR7l_Y1G9p4diKkX-aAHnsB0tmfU0uRMsLMnq4bivxkSeGf9CoJHiVPcYI/s200/Veronica+Shortie.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529612414482635234" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 165px; height: 200px; " /><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://bit.ly/9yE3QR">Frye Veronica Shorties</a> are great if you just...can't...bear...heels ;)</span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0rh4YHHjEDbfaHWFqgO7EutDxH4XKufs1GBFgPgIUZlYROPhcAmVof10eKC1IwKh_JVfuQz1kMaFIUQWIvadt_9a3k27DN-iWcnU6Uq5Wo5CBkAxMrnK1C5xGtgDT1QkJwwKIegQxZuQ/s1600/Tory+Burch+Lug+Soled+bootie.jpg"></a></span></span></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-85243312266727143212010-10-19T10:00:00.000-05:002010-10-19T10:00:02.996-05:00For Men: The Waxed Jacket<div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">OK Guys,</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">So many of you have written and called me about that FANTASTIC jacket I spotted on the street in my </span><a href="http://www.blogger.com/bit.ly/934tYC"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">demo reel</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">.</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">That jacket is a waxed cotton field jacket, and the style is reminiscent of the typical outerwear of the British countryside. According to the </span><a href="http://bit.ly/c6Ss88"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Barbour</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> website, the main function of the treated fabric was to keep sailors, riverworkers, navymen, and the dock and shipyard workers who were wearing them dry in the damp weather. </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">While this highly functional fabric has been brought back in a more tailored, urban capacity, you can find a number of similar renditions in variations on the theme. Part utility, part woodsy, part urban-guy-about-town, here are some of my faves:</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; font-family:Georgia, serif;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhv8n2kAIr7BadDLwDsgY4fNBcWezxIb9SEszs7gY37hiRGyNkWVI885fnCRw0nGPdPlsGJZUWERSNkEX_fE1VUYzDPYIdCuQD28FGdZ4ImIJhXNd1TxP60u59_EYr1a8rQI_w5f6F9oqo/s200/Rag&Bone+Waxed+Skeet+Jkt+Uncle+Otis.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529597071831527826" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">This is the one from the video! By Rag & Bone, get it at</span><a href="http://bit.ly/bdfkzS"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Uncle Otis</span></a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjyvcoDEXD8GU880BBqf6HFQmp3c2QDG-_7ROGffVupfwLOIf_bGEAk3Lyh449DoTo6NB6ie-al67Tp4xe7bG3RUjo6wszdncRyJGnAoKmTifpNuUvTC_k1pDhHNUuNh6H1Z1y6oat5zU/s1600/JCrew+Woodland+Jkt.jpg"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjyvcoDEXD8GU880BBqf6HFQmp3c2QDG-_7ROGffVupfwLOIf_bGEAk3Lyh449DoTo6NB6ie-al67Tp4xe7bG3RUjo6wszdncRyJGnAoKmTifpNuUvTC_k1pDhHNUuNh6H1Z1y6oat5zU/s200/JCrew+Woodland+Jkt.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529597085351615810" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px; " /></a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The Woodland from </span><a href="http://bit.ly/a3lWN0"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">JCrew</span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">...and they ship to Canada</span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; font-family:Georgia, serif;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyubSg8u_Ntlh71jgQAUo7A41NkBZOjt5bZFfDHkJpN2C9Lh4HDnxw96uKkKZZOno5OEQzRxOC6WSONtcWVQojlhkTHK9W04Mx2MBOjN8gYQR3e7QYTKS5wElnb4EaRpP_EaS72BuvRTo/s200/Gap+Cotton+Utility+Jkt.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5529597104865854882" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 200px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Not waxed but a nice slim utility style jacket from </span><a href="http://bit.ly/d3COdq"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The Gap</span></a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Happy Hunting!</span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-24601601861846391462010-10-18T22:23:00.004-05:002010-10-18T22:30:02.423-05:00Could Your Image Consultant (hehem that'd be me) Be on TV?<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">I recently posted my <a href="bit.ly/934tYC">demo reel</a> for the Marilyn Denis show auditions (I know!) and so many of you contacted me to tell me that the styles I pointed out inspired you to action! I was so impressed I just had to post about it. </span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">I'm going to break out a few options for the great Fall trends I noted in that video, so those of you still pining for those items can see a few different Trademark worthy options...more to come!</span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-82069938767799350662010-10-14T21:14:00.003-05:002010-10-14T21:25:19.057-05:00Fall's Extreme Trends. How much is too much?<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">This fall we're seeing all manner of extreme trends from Military to Big, Chunky Knits to Canadiana and, one of my favourites: Animal Prints!</span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">ScarlettLounge.ca asked me to give a few tips on how to work the new trends without becoming a fashion victim. You can check out my 'Dos' and 'Don'ts' here: <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif;color:#333333;"><b><a href="http://bit.ly/cvReLg">How Much is Too Much?</a></b></span></span></span></div><div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><div><div style="position:relative;width:400px;height:400px;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/how_much_is_too/set?.embedder=860089&.mid=embed&id=23882888"><img width="400" alt="How Much is Too Much?" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFkhJQTFfZjNTM3hHSXNhOGRVaHBqS2cAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="How Much is Too Much?" height="400" border="0" force="1" /></a></div><br/><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/how_much_is_too/set?.embedder=860089&.mid=embed&id=23882888">How Much is Too Much?</a> by <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.embedder=860089&.mid=embed&id=860089">Trademark Image Consulting</a> featuring an <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/enamel_bangle/shop?query=enamel+bangle">enamel bangle</a></small></div></span></span></div></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-8826976445841377852010-10-10T14:20:00.001-05:002010-10-10T14:20:00.129-05:00Thanksgiving Dressing - for YOU! Not the Turkey (or tofurkey)<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">In the Fall I always look forward to that day, that one day, where the leaves turn from green to shades of gold, tan, burnt orange and deep crimson. This year, it seemed to happen overnight! And yet, despite the leaves falling, the temperatures are balmy for this time of year. </span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">So what to wear, then, for your Thanksgiving gatherings when cable knits and cozy layers seem a bit premature and you just know you'll be running around on last minute errands, or after kids? Especially if you're the Host-with-the-Most! </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Keep it casual, but thoughtful and just a little bit festive. No reason why a pair of dark denim can't make an appearance at your family gathering so long as their jazzed up a bit. And that goes for my ladies and my men! </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Here's a relaxed but snappy couple for inspiration...</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><div><div style="position:relative;width:400px;height:400px;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/happy_snappy_thanksgiving/set?.embedder=860089&.mid=embed&id=23952600"><img width="400" alt="Happy Snappy Thanksgiving" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFmRJM1BYWmpVM3hHNU9rcjhmcEJRS1EAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Happy Snappy Thanksgiving" height="400" border="0" force="1" /></a></div><br /><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/happy_snappy_thanksgiving/set?.embedder=860089&.mid=embed&id=23952600">Happy Snappy Thanksgiving</a> by <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/profile?.embedder=860089&.mid=embed&id=860089">Trademark Image Consulting</a> featuring <a href="http://www.polyvore.com/brass_earrings/shop?query=brass+earrings"></a></small></div></span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-17160170501901885922010-08-29T13:18:00.008-05:002010-08-29T14:30:47.051-05:00Love, Loss & What I Wore<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnLPp5bBo_oRb6RSx2Z3ewb6MLqDl0SyipVG4Z_MOWT1QzvGrgDtgY5Szoo8-QVd5zSAQ1lFT4FeMCB5ZmrxTJDXlGUU4-eIs6Xy6U7f0poPkVRtvhkmWzeRZhlUo7AMqXFTkhAcXS-d8/s1600/love-loss-and-what-i-wore1-158x200.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 158px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnLPp5bBo_oRb6RSx2Z3ewb6MLqDl0SyipVG4Z_MOWT1QzvGrgDtgY5Szoo8-QVd5zSAQ1lFT4FeMCB5ZmrxTJDXlGUU4-eIs6Xy6U7f0poPkVRtvhkmWzeRZhlUo7AMqXFTkhAcXS-d8/s200/love-loss-and-what-i-wore1-158x200.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5510914765708047410" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Last night I had the pleasure of seeing the stage adaptation of </span><a href="http://lovelossonstage.ca/"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Love, Loss and What I Wore</span></a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(52, 52, 52); line-height: 21px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> a monologue-style play by </span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(52, 52, 52); line-height: 21px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Nora and Delia Ephron adapted from</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: normal; font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(52, 52, 52); line-height: 21px; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"> Ilene Beckerman's book of the same name</span></span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">. My girlfriends and I sat in the audience, at turns nodding, laughing, and tearing up as we listened to stories that seemed like a universal consciousness.</span></span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(52, 52, 52); line-height: 21px; font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(52, 52, 52); line-height: 21px; font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Don't we all we all have stories about clothing items that were with us during a pivotal moment in our lives? A graduation outfit, the first item we bought with our own money, a wedding dress or tuxedo, a special colour or style a grandparent always wore? I am always excited when I visit a client's closet for the first time, and am greeted with a bounty of these stories. Clothes are a special breed of personal history. </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(52, 52, 52); line-height: 21px; font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(52, 52, 52); line-height: 21px; font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">The clothing we aspire to wear, that which we love or despise, the colours we love and loath, all just might stem from experiences we have had with clothing throughout our lives. Sometimes we hold on tight to them, just so we always have the same feeling we had at that time. Clothes might be tangible manifestations of our memories of the past, but it is the feeling that they gave us that we can translate and bring to life again in a new way that's right for the present or future. </span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(52, 52, 52); line-height: 21px; font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(52, 52, 52); line-height: 21px; font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Dressing each day is an opportunity for us to greet the world in just the way we want to be seen. With the right clothes, we can feel confident, playful, intelligent, capable, secure, trustworthy, calm, flirtatious, creative, mysterious...the essence of <i><b>who we are</b></i> defined, just by a few meters of cloth. No small thing, is it? </span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-65620614883802808642010-08-19T09:00:00.000-05:002010-08-19T09:00:07.018-05:00Map Your Style with a Style Vision Board<p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.5px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">In my book, Fall is the unofficial start of the New Year</span></span></span><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">. The magazines are the thickest, trend forecasters are in high gear, and you get that familiar ‘coming back after summer vacation’ feeling...</span></span></span></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></span></p> <p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 8.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Naturally, it’s a perfect time to think about what really works for your personal style. What will make you excited to get dressed in the morning? What ideas do you love right now, and which would you want to retire? What will forward your personal style goals? The question is: </span></span><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">”What’s</span></span></i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> </span></span><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">really me?”</span></span></i></b></span></p> <p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 8.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">A Style Vision Board can help organize your thoughts and remind you of how you’d like your personal style to look. Here’s what you need:</span></span></span></p> <ul> <li style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">A big pile of current magazines</span></span></span></li> <li style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">A pair of scissors</span></span></span></li> <li style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">A glue stick</span></span></span></li> <li style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">A big piece of blank paper or cardstock</span></span></span></li></ul> <p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 8.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">First, tear out all the pages that show clothing that piques your interest. Don’t worry if you’ve never worn the style or colour before, we’re looking for possibilities! Take a little break, perhaps for a day or two, come back to those photos and narrow them down to the ones you really, truly love. Use them to build a collage that will tun into your Style Vision Board!</span></span></span></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 8.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Check out these Style Vision Boards for two very different Style Types:</span></span></span></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 8.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"></span></span></span></p><div><div><div style="position:relative;width:400px;height:400px;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/rocker_queen/set?.embedder=860089&.mid=embed&id=21954658"><img width="400" alt="Rocker Queen!" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFnFoaGd6NW1tM3hHUTdqWE00Zzd4akEAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Rocker Queen!" height="400" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/" style="line-height:1%;position:absolute;bottom:2px;right:2px"><img alt="Fashion Trends & Styles - Polyvore" src="http://www.polyvorecdn.com/rsrc/img/logo_embed_alt_63x21.png" style="border-width:0px;padding:0px;margin:0px;background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent;" title="Fashion Trends & Styles - Polyvore" /></a></div></div><div style="position:relative;width:400px;height:400px;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/rocker_queen/set?.embedder=860089&.mid=embed&id=21954658"></a><div><div style="position:relative;width:400px;height:400px;"><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/eclectic_individualism/set?.embedder=860089&.mid=embed&id=21954646"><img width="400" alt="Eclectic Individualism" src="http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-set/BQcDAAAAAwoDanBnAAAABC5vdXQKFktxblR2cG1tM3hHVmY5djBRckRNTHcAAAACaWQKAWUAAAAEc2l6ZQ.jpg" title="Eclectic Individualism" height="400" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/" style="line-height:1%;position:absolute;bottom:2px;right:2px"><img alt="Fashion Trends & Styles - Polyvore" src="http://www.polyvorecdn.com/rsrc/img/logo_embed_alt_63x21.png" style="border-width:0px;padding:0px;margin:0px;background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent;" title="Fashion Trends & Styles - Polyvore" /></a></div></div><div style="padding-top:16px;font-size:0.75em"><p></p></div><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/" style="line-height:1%;position:absolute;bottom:2px;right:2px"><img alt="Fashion Trends & Styles - Polyvore" src="http://www.polyvorecdn.com/rsrc/img/logo_embed_alt_63x21.png" style="border-width:0px;padding:0px;margin:0px;background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent;" title="Fashion Trends & Styles - Polyvore" /></a></div></div><small><a><p></p><p></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 8.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-size:small;">Next, take your Style Vision Board to your closet with you and take a look inside. Pull out some of your accessories, your hosiery, and shoes. Are there new combinations of items hanging in your closet that would fit this new vision for Fall? Try them on and see how they feel! Would one or two new items really complete your new look? Create a Shopping List! You're on your way to seeing your ideal style come alive!</span></span></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 8.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Finally, post your Style Vision Board up where you will have access to it on a regular basis. A Style Vision Board is only as useful as your line of vision to it!</span></span></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 8.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Fashionably Yours,</span></span></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 8.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 8.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Tamara</span></span></p><p style="margin: 0.0px 0.0px 8.0px 0.0px; font: 10.0px 'Helvetica Neue'"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></span></p></a></small>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-75404032801217837512010-07-07T06:36:00.013-05:002010-07-07T09:20:46.517-05:00Ask Tamara: What does 'Summer Chic' mean?<div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">A few months ago I wrote an Ask Tamara segment called </span></span><a href="http://trademarkimage.blogspot.com/2010/03/ask-tamara-cracking-wedding-dress-codes.html"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Cracking Wedding Dress Codes for Men</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> and now that we've hit summer full force, more and more invitations with creative dress codes are coming our way!</span></span></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br />On a recent shopping trip with one of my client-couples, we tackled outfits for a 'Summer Chic' event. A 'Summer Chic' dress code is about as foggy a notion as reaching for your Sangria through a cloud of BBQ smoke. A few questions help to properly define the dress code:<br /></span><ol><li><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">What time of day is the event?</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> 7:00pm on (cocktail to evening)</span></li><li><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Where is the event being held?</span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"> An -in-the-know urban venue complete with grassy rooftop patio</span></li><li><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">What is the event celebrating? </span></b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Well-known brand re-launch (business & networking!)</span></li></ol><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">For the gentleman of my couple, we played down a great summer suit, a patterned dress shirt with a casual pique tie, & a coordinating pocket square. Casual accents like a rolled up pant cuff, sockless feet & suede slip-on shoes add personality! </span></span><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br />For the woman of my couple, we found a beautiful flow-y chiffon summer dress, strappy leather platforms (and an extra pair of embellished sandals just in case!), fun, colourful chunky jewelry and an unexpectedly joyous clutch!</span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; font-family:Georgia, serif;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidfUD7s8pnRyYBqRpYJbcROUYn4UOQLYDWbvH6d0DdNzcHOVwj2p1Qaa6DxK9P3az2UNmxQtgIUlxWkaxAy0HFepV22vf5e_o5nyOfMrnoHCXFGuSRi73SVLuBpUmsS_h_pC4lrr4f81U/s400/Summer+Chic.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5491168446966442338" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 400px; " /></span></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">With looks like these, it's easy to enjoy the party!</span></span><br /></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2812053964808047970.post-76985782063118207102010-04-07T12:30:00.000-05:002010-04-07T12:30:00.853-05:00'Tis The Rainy Season<div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:arial, serif;">Spring really is on its way and, as many of you know, this is my favourite season - so I couldn't be happier!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;">There is one thing about the season that I have found perplexing: how to cope with the unpredictable rain in a fashionable, sophisticated way. The onslaught of patterned plastic boots over the past couple of years has had me up in arms. They have been for the most part, to me, the rain proof equivalent of uggs: an efficient way to ruin an otherwise well thought-out outfit!</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;">The reality is that we do need something to protect us from the wet beyond a classic or funky turn on the trench. My wishes have been received by a number of designers who've upped the ante and created practical, age-appropriate rain accessories to go with your ubiquitous tan or black topper.</span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;">Here three of my top picks for my Ladies:</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><br /></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;">The Burberry: I like this heart pattern better on the umbrella than I do on the rain boot. The embossed logo boot is just "<i><b>so!"</b></i><i> </i>Don't you think?</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><img style="text-align: left;display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 188px; " src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu-EBCBN4qqSNahQY8kquQC00dTy3sGHm3jR0_Y4EBCwXXOUz8sby4dPbD4-_nAlHy8Dc4y-1nQxStVACDk9P5v8HujMNhEKxaSrHjJR86qXRl6-_4TUTF-pNudGwZPAeaOfFbgrxcAcA/s200/Burberry+Hearts+Umbrella.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5449246436709866674" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod99350144&eItemId=prod99350144&cmCat=search&searchType=MAIN&parentId=&icid=&rte=%252Fsearch.jhtml%253FN%253D0%2526Ntt%253Dumbrella%2526_requestid%253D7079"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Burberry Heart Print Auto Mini-Umbrella</span></a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 195px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn4GO2_SyP45ky6pODL0xYlkpHqIB-DDVxecvVLQh5y2bSL2iLk7pAEu1i3lfy-i5-GnKAdGlYT4oc22_ifi9PrIUBtEJ_z1pYOVKFuPO727mTyLvOrGk-2Yvzco9-zdFJl1aSutif7fw/s200/Burberry+Signature+Boot.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5449246447103098210" /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3048378/0~2376778~2372808~6007659~6011964?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6011964&P=2"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Burberry Logo Rain Boot</span></a></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:Georgia, serif;"><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;">For those with attitude, I love this combination of the Jimmy Choo for Hunter (yes, that's right) Crock print boot and a monogrammed umbrella. Of course, there are more reasonably priced rainboots with a similar look, but....these are fun too! You could also sub in a rubberized motorcycle boot for more downtown appeal.</span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirVNn3W9GgGu-Dfluj4ax4rSjuXHyA4FDLMKkEimVEbwebEMsnT6qPhlRgzbkAq9XqNhXt3_im8VxoHZfSgT-4XlP7y5cKW0_hsBbtkKD72Z_zi6RWBhah2mLwOWnVnjhKdjNaJmZykw4/s200/Neiman+Marcus+Monogrammed+Umbrella.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5449246452762500226" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 179px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod95460309&eItemId=prod95460309&cmCat=search&searchType=MAIN&parentId=&icid=&rte=%252Fsearch.jhtml%253FN%253D0%2526Ntt%253Dumbrella%2526_requestid%253D7079"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Neiman Marcus Monogrammed Umbrella</span></a></span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:Georgia, serif;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWKs2gpDpv5340N1jEfawUgbBtK1Dlzshbr7S4uRhoHVyPSUG2pIeJuCCiZxzVGtcrfmt0lVjGmAurulMWVtbC8gaoMAoy-EoaAB7GBiqddiBNVhsMKSkM6zolmvYqAaLU348UthrzT-c/s1600-h/Hunter+Jimmy+Choo+Croc.jpg" style="text-decoration: none;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWKs2gpDpv5340N1jEfawUgbBtK1Dlzshbr7S4uRhoHVyPSUG2pIeJuCCiZxzVGtcrfmt0lVjGmAurulMWVtbC8gaoMAoy-EoaAB7GBiqddiBNVhsMKSkM6zolmvYqAaLU348UthrzT-c/s200/Hunter+Jimmy+Choo+Croc.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5449246469604275922" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 196px; " /></a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/48145"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Jimmy Choo for Hunter Boots</span></a></span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" ;font-family:Georgia, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVauOafO0AcJfRyRfSo1W6bY3SxWHbuln_QZDnLIZxSfsQiDjAN5NlTkN1haG96SHVgey4pmEK-1OH2upZE84ZpNHSzJYGlJWdCVuHdSjuLsnuMYmpzbc6qfK6khzs1CGINY6CLG74b38/s200/Chooka+Moto+Boot.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5449248608465771730" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 195px; height: 200px; " /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/3061755/0~2376778~2372808~6007659~6011964?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6011964&P=1"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Chooka Moto Rain Boot</span></a></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">And I'm sure you didn't think I would leave you hanging without an animal print rendition...did you? A sophisticated but fun version from Stuart Weitzman and a simple umbrella to match. I love the surrounding effect of the Fulton Birdcage Umbrella, but it does come in a regular umbrella shape as well. And, if it's good enough for the Queen, it's good enough for me!</span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; font-family:Georgia, serif;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHL7vMSDyitfjE91jEX3_WElmpKDPccIjXYvfhHi2pHHY6d8Az5UxpXf-BT18nCrITiuTQWIYi398pad2qXDyWQya_h8AB4ruuch2O1Qq5yNo5bcKqgPQlWb4cnf_BtzssGKS7Ic26WIo/s200/Fulton+Full+Size.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5449253491535384738" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 184px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial, serif;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><a href="http://www.raindropsto.com/product/Adult_Umbrellas/Fulton_of_England__Full_Length/Birdcage_.html">Fulton Birdcage Umbrella</a></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#0000EE;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="-webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8peHgiuw2lRECXkXr59GInXQGEkY0aUThCvchwMjUjLQBL7w-yvmXXdBJEWgrGdKwvj4mspBKYk35DkbXpgjAj_GD8dbi9wN9FY030CZajUKNAfGQkzeLD_3AQPLwiQTksyJ7PTk5xWY/s200/Stu+Weitzman+Leopard+Boot.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5449248615517329282" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 195px; height: 200px; " /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center; "><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2992568/0~2376778~2372808~6007659~6011964?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=6011964&P=2"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;">Stuart Weitzman Puddles Rain Boot</span></a></span></div></span></span></div></span></span></div>Tamarahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15842842246553586495noreply@blogger.com