On Trend: The Culotte

Lately in the world of fashion pant hems have been shrinking, while their widths have been expanding. The culotte is back and screams chic, high fashion. From the likes of Kendall Jenner to the editors at Vogue, everyone is sporting the pant that became popular starting back in the Victorian era. With most people’s comfort zone still being super skinny, use the above to think about a few things when shopping for this look. Keeping your print simple and your color palette minimal will help make them more wearable. A wide pant also means that you can get away with less up top - so opt for a slinky tank or a super fitted option. Heels will absolutely look amazing and help to show off/flatter your ankles, but I think a cute summer flat can work just as well. Make sure the shoe isn’t clunky and helps to streamline the look. - Faith

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GET THE LOOK: One Blazer Two Ways

Hi everyone! Today we have Faith showing us how to wear one blazer two ways. I saw Faith wearing this chic blazer on her Instagram and loved how she styled it so many ways so I ended up getting one too.  It's so versatile and pairs up with almost everything in my wardrobe! 

This spring/summer I’m absolutely obsessed with light grey/white long-line blazers and jackets. I’ve purchased the one above and already have my eye on another! I find that with my all black wardrobe, they are the perfect way to shake things up and still keep my look chic and easy. The best part about this blazer is how quickly you can take it from work, to weekend, to date night. Changing out a few pieces, adding a little edginess and it’s that simple. Another way I’ve been dying to try and style this is as a dress (with a bralette and shorts underneath, just incase) - super sexy and super easy! If you buy one piece this season - let it be a super versatile long-line jacket/blazer! - Faith

Faith wearing this slouchy longline blazer three ways. (Photos via Faith's Instagram)

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7 Tips to Edit Your Wardrobe For Spring

Spring is finally here and it is the perfect time to detox, organize and edit your wardrobe. 

1. Define. Define your personal style and know your signature style. Personal style changes from year to year so take this time to assess your current style. Before your start editing your wardrobe really think about how you define your personal style and what types of clothes make you feel and look your best. 

2. Discard. Now it's time to think about items from the winter season and last spring/summer and make four piles- discard, donate, sell, and the maybe pile. I suggest following the 2 year rule-so if you have not worn an item the past two winter seasons then say goodbye because you will likely never ever wear it! 

3. Rotate. Move your remaining winter items to the back of your wardrobe and have your spring items in clear view. This is a good time to dry clean outerwear and properly store away your delicate sweaters. 

4. Update. Now is a great time to get rid of mismatched wire and plastic hangers. I recommend investing in slim line hangers or wooden hangers. Invest in good shoe racks and clear storage bins as well. 

5. Organize. Now that your spring items are in clear view organize them in a way that works for you. I like to hang items by type (pants, blazers, tops) and then by color. (light to dark) This system will make getting dressed in the morning easier and faster. I also like to keep all the items I wear the most (my capsule wardrobe) together on a rolling rack or on rack in my wardrobe. These are the items I wear the most and are my "go to" items during a particular season. 

6. Shop. Now the fun begins! As you are editing your wardrobe make a list of the items you are missing. This list will help you strategically plan out your shopping plan for the season. Ask yourself what foundational items am I missing? (tee shirts, basic sandals, summer dresses etc) Also do you need to replace any items that are worn out or no longer fit? What about an update to your accessories? Accessories such as necklaces, scarves, and hats are an inexpensive and fun way to incorporate some of the season's hottest trends to spring style and wardrobe. For ideas of what to add to your spring wardrobe check out CAPSULE.

7. Maintain. Your wardrobe is spring ready so why not maintain all the hard work you have just accomplished. Wardrobe maintenance is an ongoing process and is less daunting if you continuously evaluate and edit your wardrobe. I have a bin in the corner of my closet where I throw items in that no longer fit, are worn out, or I don't like. This makes it easier to maintain my wardrobe on a continuous basis. 

And of course if all else fails you can always call a stylist to help you..and I might just know the perfect person to help you! :)

Check out my top items for spring/summer over at CAPSULE. 

All images are via sarahvonh.com

Shop my favorites for Spring

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Coats For Every Occasion

This season when it comes to coats there are quite a few trends I’m loving - my two favorites being the bomber jacket and the cocoon coat! I’m also loving lighter colors for coats this season as well. Partially because of the new Pantone colors (I’m so happy to see something light and airy!) and because while I love an all black look, I think there is something so chic about all black with a camel or pastel pink coat thrown over. I’m especially drawn to the marbled grey duster above! Linked below are some of my favorites from each trend! - Faith

 

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CAPSULE WARDROBE: THE BASICS

 

In a couple of days I am launching my new curated online shopping site called CAPSULE. More on that very soon but today's post is all about the basics of a capsule wardrobe.

So What Is A Capsule Wardrobe?

A CAPSULE wardrobe is a collection of high quality, versatile, and essential pieces that define your style and that you LOVE to wear. A capsule wardrobe varies from season to season; consists of 15-30 items; and can be tailored for work, travel, holiday wear, and more.  

Why I Started Capsule

There are a few reasons I started Capsule. After styling women over the past few years I have found that the majority of my clients want to edit and simplify their wardrobes. Women would like their shopping experience to be easier, they want getting dressed in the morning to be quicker, and they wish to have a wardrobe that reflects who they are today.  

I also noticed my clients were missing a lot of core capsule wardrobe items such as a trench coat, little black dress, and a fabulous pair of pumps, to name a few. CAPSULE was developed so that I could extend my reach beyond personal styling sessions and share my styling tips and the Capsule concept with women all across the globe. 

Most of you know I hold a Doctorate in Pharmacy and in January I started a full time job with Biotech startup working as a Scientific Medical Liaison in the field of facial aesthetics and beauty.  While I have enjoyed styling the past few years this was an amazing opportunity and a nice way to blend my passion of science and medicine with beauty. I work in the field of plastic surgery and cosmetic dermatology- areas of medicine where looking good and feeling good go hand in hand. I quickly realized I needed to have a solid, stylish, and functional work wardrobe- one that works specifically for physician meetings and travel. 

My spring/summer work capsule consists of the items above along with three pairs of pants and two skirts. 

Does A Capsule Wardrobe Really Work?

I believe it does work. Some may view a capsule wardrobe as being restrictive and limited but it really isn't designed to be that way. A capsule wardrobe should consist of beautifully tailored and versatile pieces that you love to wear.  And having a capsule wardrobe makes shopping easier and getting dressed faster so you can focus on the things that really matter to you.  

I created my own spring/summer work capsule consisting of around twenty pieces of clothing, three pairs of shoes, and a couple of work totes.  I hang these items together in my wardrobe and these are the items I wear most days of the week. Occasionally I will still wear other items in my wardrobe but these are my "go to " pieces- the ones that fit well, are interchangeable, and I love to wear. 

How To Build A Capsule Wardrobe

The process is simple and it works. The first step is evaluating what you have already and getting rid of the items you don't wear or don't like. After assessing what key pieces you already own and fit into your capsule you can begin to shape your capsule wardrobe and fill in the gaps by purchasing the missing items. You can create a capsule for work, the weekend, loungewear, travel, or a capsule for the current season. 

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