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1 Item 3 Ways: The Pencil Skirt

1 Item 3 Ways: The Pencil Skirt
May 17, 2013 2 Comments »

Has your pencil skirt and blouse combo got you in a rut? This pencil skirt from J Crew is flexible and stylish. Pair it with the right accessories for instant updates. Here are 3 ways to wear this chic skirt: ... Read More »

How to Wear Chambray to the Office

How to Wear Chambray to the Office
May 15, 2013 No Comments »

Left to Right:  1)  J.Crew chambray shirt, Johnathan Saunders skirt, Tory Burch tote, Stuart Weitzman shoes 2) J.Crew shirt, Tory Burch jacket, Red Valentino pants, Michael Kors clutch, Karen Millen shoes 3) J.Crew shirt, Zara blazer, J.Crew pants, Kurt Geiger ... Read More »

Embracing Wabi-sabi: Be a Little Crazy

Embracing Wabi-sabi: Be a Little Crazy
May 15, 2013 No Comments »

You know this person. They’ll say or do anything to make you happy. They probably agree with whatever you just said. They go out of their way to fit into your group or be like you. It’s annoying, because you ... Read More »

Chic Accessories That Make Great Mother’s Day Gifts

Chic Accessories That Make Great Mother’s Day Gifts
May 10, 2013 No Comments »

With Mother’s Day right around the corner, it is a great time to finalize your Mother’s Day gifts.  Chic accessories can make great gifts for any mother. My mother is my fashion icon and I definitely get my sense of ... Read More »

What Your Breakout Says About Your Life

What Your Breakout Says About Your Life
May 6, 2013 No Comments »

The photo below has been floating around Pinterest for the last few weeks, and intrigued me each time I saw it. Unfortunately, it always seemed to Pin back to a missing link. So I did some research and tracked down ... Read More »

CGN’s 5 Must-Have Beauty Apps

CGN’s 5 Must-Have Beauty Apps
May 4, 2013 No Comments »

This week CGN tracked down some of the top beauty apps for you. As we head into summer, make sure to download these on your phone, or tablet. Happy apping! Good Guide – Concerned about the ingredients in your next ... Read More »

Stylish Ankle Pants You Can Wear to Work

Stylish Ankle Pants You Can Wear to Work
May 3, 2013 2 Comments »

If you’re bored with your everyday classic dress pants, try a pair of ankle pants. One of my favorite items to wear when the weather gets warm are a pair of stylish ankle pants. I prefer a slim fit and a ... Read More »

Negotiate on Behalf of Someone Else

Negotiate on Behalf of Someone Else
May 1, 2013 1 Comment »

Why? You fight harder on behalf of someone else…. In Adam M. Grant’s terrific book, Give and Take, he discusses different negotiating styles. One of his findings demonstrates that ‘givers’, people who eschew the law of reciprocity in favor of ... Read More »

How to Wear the Wrap Dress at Work

How to Wear the Wrap Dress at Work
May 1, 2013 No Comments »

Dresses left to right:  1)  Issa 2) Diane Von Furstenberg 3) Just Cavali 4) Michael by Michael Kors The knitted jersey wrap dress was made famous by Diane Von Furstenberg when she introduced it in 1974.  Today, there are many ... Read More »

How To Make Mistakes Like A Pro

How To Make Mistakes Like A Pro
April 30, 2013 No Comments »

You hit “reply all.” Or you had one too many drinks at the office holiday party and behaved inappropriately. Maybe someone pressed the wrong button on a terrible day and you blew up at them. Perhaps you forgot to mail ... Read More »