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May 3, 2021
My Morning Routine
Mega Motivation continues this month as I share my morning routine with you. This is an on-going collaboration with the lovely Dawn from The Minimal Mom and many other talented YouTubers. We are all sharing our morning routines so click on this playlist link to see all of the other videos. I hope they leave you inspired to fine-tune your own morning routine.
As a work-at-home mother of small children, I find that I have to fit my work in the early morning hours. It would be nice to do an exercise routine, get some cleaning, and leisure time in, but I take each opportunity to work, which is what you will see in today's video.
I would love to know what your morning routine consists of. Do you have a leisurely and restorative morning? Or do you need to fit work into the early morning hours? How do you need to alter your routine to better fit your life? Let us know.
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Comment of the Week
Olivia B. writes, "I'm so ready to follow this month assignment ❤️ now that I'm more happy because I'm reading poetry, writing, drawing and painting again... Feeling alive for the first time in a long time! Hope to be a better mother and wife by enjoying my free time!"
Hi Olivia, I'm so happy you are going to follow along with the May Chic Assignment. It's simply wonderful that you are enjoying the arts again too.
Thank you for joining me for today's video. I would love to know how you fine-tune your morning routine. See you on Thursday for the ten-item capsule wardrobe talk-through.
Love,
Jennifer
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May 1, 2021
The Chic Assignment | May 2021
Welcome to The Chic Assignment for May, 2021.
⚜️Chic Assignment no. 1 Dvořák's Humoresque No. 7 in G-flat Major, Op. 101
We will be enjoying this vibrant performance by Yo Yo Ma and Itzhak Perlman
Antonín Leopold Dvořák (1841 - 1904) was one of the first Czech composers to receive worldwide recognition. We will be learning more about Dvořák in the mid-month check-in.
⚜️Chic Assignment no. 2 Enjoy the poetry of William Wordsworth (1770 - 1850)
William Wordsworth, attribution Jan Arkesteijn, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
William Wordsworth was an English Romantic poet who lived from 1770 - 1850. You can check out much of his poetry free online or read a collected volume of his works.
Today we are reading, I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud. We will learn more about Wordsworth in the mid-month check-in.
I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud by William Wordsworth
I wandered lonely as a cloud
That floats on high o'er vales and hills,
When all at once I saw a crowd,
A host, of golden daffodils;
Beside the lake, beneath the trees,
Fluttering and dancing in the breeze.
Continuous as the stars that shine
And twinkle on the milky way,
They stretched in never-ending line
Along the margin of a bay:
Ten thousand saw I at a glance,
Tossing their heads in sprightly dance.
The waves beside them danced; but they
Out-did the sparkling waves in glee:
A poet could not but be gay,
In such a jocund company:
I gazed—and gazed—but little thought
What wealth the show to me had brought:
For oft, when on my couch I lie
In vacant or in pensive mood,
They flash upon that inward eye
Which is the bliss of solitude;
And then my heart with pleasure fills,
And dances with the daffodils.
⚜️Chic Assignment no. 3 Fine-tune your morning routine
I am sharing my morning routine next week and in my video will encourage you to tailor your morning routine to your most pressing needs. I hope you will enjoy that video and take a look at your morning routine in a new light.
⚜️Chic Assignment no. 4 Focus on good posture
If you think you're having déjà vu, you're not wrong. We have included posture practice a few times before in Chic Assignment history and there is a great reason why... we must constantly be aware of the state of our posture. It's a wonderful practice to polish our posture on a regular basis. For more, check out my book, Polish Your Poise with Madame Chic.
As always, the fifth assignment is to read interesting books. This month I'll be interviewing etiquette author, Myka Meier, founder of Beaumont Etiquette. If you would like to check out her lovey book, Modern Etiquette Made Easy, I highly recommend it.
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Thank you for joining The Chic Assignment for May. I'll see you on Monday!
Love,
Jennifer
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April 29, 2021
Ten-Item Capsule Wardrobe Spring 2021
Welcome to The Ten-Item Capsule Wardrobe for Spring.
This year's video was filmed in my sister's beautiful garden. Let's have a look at the core items. This year I have 11 core items. If you are new to the ten-item wardrobe, I recommend you read my book, Lessons from Madame Chic. The aim is to have ten core items, but the "ten" can be held loosely. Some years you might have eleven... some years you might have nine.
I will discuss each of the items in detail in the upcoming ten-item wardrobe talk-through, but for now, let's look at the core items and new extras.
SKYE Charlotte belted shirt dress Jennifer20 for 20% off
Rungolee "Porto" dress DailyC for free silk face mask with purchase
Karina Dresses Abigail dress in BotanicalThe Spanish Sandal Co. black slide JEN10 for 10% off
Rachel Pally "Marion" dressLulu's tan sandals
SKYE Risette dress Jennifer20 for 20% off
Lilysilk blouse Daily15 for 15% off Mott & Bow "Henry" jean JLS10 for 10% off The Spanish Sandal Co. tan nubuck sandals JEN10 for 10% off
Rungolee Louise blouse DailyC for free silk face mask w/ purchaseLulu's Sebastian pantThe Spanish Sandal Co. black slide JEN10 for 10% off
Paige denim jumpsuitThe Spanish Sandal Co. black slides JEN10 for 10% off
Outerknown S.E.A. suitEXTRAS
Let's look at the extras. The extras are composed of special occasion-wear, tee shirts, and accessories, etc.
SKYE Isabella dress Jennifer20 for 20% off
Mer-Sea & Co. Catalina slub tee
SKYE Ismay earring Jennifer20 for 20% off
Jackie Mack Designs "key to my heart" necklace
SKYE Laure pearl bracelet Jennifer20 for 20% off
SKYE Cosette pearl earrings Jennifer20 for 20% off
The Spanish Sandal Co. tan nubuck sandals JEN10 for 10% off
Oliver Cabell white leather sneaker JSCOTT10 for $10 off
Nothing New tan high-top sneakers
Lulu's tan sandals
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Comment of the Week
Purl Two Together writes, "I love this video because I am disabled by a chronic illness and am inspired by my late nana who got dressed and did her face and hair even when she was dying of cancer. She always wanted to look her best. For me, even if I can't get dressed or do more than rest all day, putting on scent is the way I make myself feel better. But I love to pull on a dress, do a touch of makeup, pop earrings in and then I feel sooooooo much better but am still as comfortable as I'd be in my nightgown."
I love your comment and enjoyed reading about how your Nana inspired you. Thank you for sharing your tips with us!
I hope you enjoyed my ten-item capsule wardrobe lookbook for spring. I'll be going over the garments with you in greater detail in next week's talk-through.
Special thanks to Britain Films and Dava Marketing for this video.
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April 28, 2021
Mother's Day Gift Guide for 2021
The Bend Soap Co. make very giftable bath products that come in soothing and natural scents. Use code DC10 for 10% off.
The Planting Tree Mother's Day Gift Kit
I have two roses from The Planting Tree and can vouch that they supply the most healthy and full plants. My two roses arrived carefully packaged and are now currently thriving. They have a wonderful kit that would be perfect for any mother who loves to garden.
The Exo Beauty at-home laser hair removal device
Now this may sound like an odd gift, but it might be an unexpected hit too. Many people long to try these at-home laser hair removal devices but are torn about whether to invest in them. I have started using the EXO and will report back to you on how it works.
Jackie Mack Designs jewelry. Jackie Mack designs the most delicate jewelry that would be perfect for everyday wear. TDC15OFF for 15% off
SKYE Ismay earring Jennifer20 for 20% off SKYE's jewelry is whimsical and unique and make excellent gifts. 
Allen's Scottish Shortbread would make a delightful and affordable gift for the teatime lover in your life. The packaging is so charming too, which is an added bonus.
Pinrose Perfume make beautifully scented perfumes that would make delightful gifts. Code JSCOTT gives free shipping.
American Blossom Linens sell organic, American made bed linens of the highest quality. This is a true luxury gift that would delight any gift recipient. Jennifer20 for 20% off
Vahdam Teas make excellent teas of varying varieties. They also have several impressive gift kits.
I will keep adding to this guide as I find more gift ideas, so feel free to check back again and also share your great ideas in the comments.
With love,
Jennifer
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April 26, 2021
Ten Ways to Look Presentable When You're Having an "Off " Day
Look presentable always is a key concept that runs all throughout the Madame Chic books. If you practice the ten-item wardrobe or regularly take part in a practical beauty and grooming routine, you likely are able to look presentable always. But what do you do when you're having an "off" day?
Perhaps you don't feel feel well, or you're having a bad hair day. Maybe you only have a few minutes to get ready. What should you do to look presentable? In today's video I share ten solutions. Implement any of these tricks when applicable and you will find yourself looking presentable always.
I hope you enjoy today's video. I would love to know which tip resonated with you the most. Thank you to Native for bringing us today's video and supporting The Daily Connoisseur.
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📍Join us for The Chic Assignment for April.
📍Please note: I am currently in the process of having my blog not only redesigned, but moved to Wordpress. Please be patient during the process as the blog might be temporarily disabled over the course of this month. You can always stay au courant with me over on YouTube to never miss a video. I'm excited to work on the blog and make it a better experience for you, dear reader!Mother's Day Gift Idea
Mother's Day is around the corner and this year, instead of doing a video on gift ideas, I will be periodically sharing ideas on the blog. I can't tell you how many people I have purchased Bend Soap Co. products for. They make excellent presents for both men and women, and they would be particularly great for Mother's Day. These are their spring fragrances. I love the natural scents and use the sugar scrub myself several times a week. The Bend Soap Co. use code DC10 for 10% off.
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Comment of the WeekB. Brundage writes, "A trick my mom taught me is to put wax paper on top of armoires and kitchen cabinets. The dust settles on it and you can just throw it away, wipe down and replace. Makes seasonal cleaning easier."
Thank you for that tip! We put newspaper on top of our kitchen cabinets but I forget to do this with the armoires too.
I would love to know how you look presentable when you're having an "off" day. What are your best tips? Your comment could be chosen as comment of the week on the blog.
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April 24, 2021
The Chic Assignment Check-in April 2021
Welcome to The Chic Assignment Check-in for April.
Chic Assignment no. 1 Enjoy the music of Puccini
This month we are listening to O Mio Babbino Caro from Puccini's opera, Gianni Schicchi. I found this exquisite violin performance from Caroline Adomeit as well as this beautiful operatic performance by Montserrat Caballé. Today we are learning about Puccini's life with 8 interesting facts from the Memphis Opera.
Sommertag by Berthe Morisot, 1879 - fair use image (public domain)Chic Assignment no. 2 Enjoy the artwork of Berthe Morisot
Berthe Morisot was a French Impressionist painter who lived from 1841 to 1895 in Paris. She is known for her elegant works full of feminine charm. Check out a gallery of some of her most famous works on Google Arts and Culture. Today we hear about her fascinating life as an Impressionist. Check out this excellent book on Morisot's works from Rizzoli.
Chic Assignment no. 3 Discover a new vegetarian dish to make for dinner this month.
I hope you enjoyed my Vegetarian What's for Dinner? earlier this month. If you haven't already seen it, I highly recommend you watch! Several people have returned to tell me their families greatly enjoyed the recipes.
Chic Assignment no. 4 Immerse yourself into spring cleaning. I hope you enjoyed this week's spring cleaning motivation. In it, I discuss the number one enemy to homemaking and give lots of incentive to tackle spring cleaning now.
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A Better Life with KAT (Flylady Cleaning System), AAM Truthteller, Adrienne Cormier, American Blossom Linens, Alexa Moradi, Allison Jennison-Smith, Amy Kennedy,A Return to Simplicity, A Sparkling Vintage Life, Amy Thibodeaux, Andrea Saavedra, Angelika Greenhalgh, Angie Helmly, Anny Schreier, Audrey Coyne, BewitchedCrafts.com, Ausra Mewa,Bliss Peterson, Brenda Ramsey, Candace V, Caroline Logan, Catarina Alexandra, Catherine Huang, Chelsea Kochevar, Clare's Classroom, Cyndie Lake, Deb Reardon, Denise Gende, Diana McNease, Elizabeth Doan, Efstathia Kositzidou, Freda Masoud, healthywithluba.com, Heather Phillips, Helena O, Jackie W, Jane Lynch, Janet Williams, Jasmine Christian, Jennifer Timm, jkp62, Judy Moore, Katherine Williams,
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Melinda Loustalot, Melissa Ricci, Mercy Burton Russell, Michele Kieffer, Michelle Henderer, Michelle the Italiagal, Monique Egelhoff, Monique Hernandez, Natalie Schultz, Not-So Desperate Housewives, Pamela Gunger, Paula Ellis, Paula Johnson, P C, Petra Willnecker, Raye Cage, Rebecca Faltot, Rita Fernandes, Rona, Sandra Light, Sarah Vitsas, Scott Rea, Shannon Biddy, Sharon Smith, Sheila Hopfensperger, Shelly Cabler aka "The Art of This & That", Sonya Sylvester, Stacy Smith, The Simple Swan, Sue Parker, Susan Keyes, Kari Vanhoozer, author of 'Tis the Season for Poetry: Through the Year with Poems and Activities for Children and their Families, This and That with Denise Jordan, Tiki Pié, Tracy The Tea Lady, Wendy Cassara, Wendy Somerville, Wilma Dean, Yen Lee, Zauger, Zuzaienka23
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Amanda Dykes, AuthorAmiee Floor, Azalia Spa GoodsBrandi Still, Silhouette ArtistJenny Williams, Carrot Top Paper ShopDressed for my Day with Kay HarmsElaine Brisebois, Certified NutritionistAshley Buffa Freedom Moms Smart Kid Chore SystemNikki Moreno - Inspired by Nikki Julie Kolman - My Confident Closet Katy Rose, Artist Leslie Morris - Gather n’ Grow Lindy Sellers' Diary of Domesticity Nicole Brignolle - Founder of Lovely BitsRosenda Valenzuela - Little Pink Casa Mrs. Shockley - A Home for EleganceSarah Morgan Wellness S.E. Spracher - Author of Chewy Marmot Tina Hugall - OutschoolMichelle Rohr - The Secret OWL Society digital planners The Shortbread Family - Allen's Scottish ShortbreadMrs. TJ Sturm, Sturm Brothers Jewelry Cherish Flieder- Something to Cherish Vicel Victoria - JAFRA Beauty Consultant Katherine RaeCarli Thom - Living in LovelinessCaroline HayduGuy BlaiseJen CarlsonJet Rowley-HerronJina Kay KenryHeather BarreraJenny CandelariaLinda EklofMarie CaudillMaria ConderMelissa MPrudently at HomeTiffany Hess
Thank you for joining us for The Chic Assignment for April. I look forward to hearing how your assignment went this month. Let us know and your comment could be chosen as comment of the week on the blog. Have a wonderful rest of your weekend and I'll see you on Monday!
~ Jennifer
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April 22, 2021
Meditations on Spring Cleaning | The Grimy Places
Distraction It’s not the homemaking itself that’s hard,It’s lack of motivation.I know exactly the tasks to do,I set up my cleaning station.
But upon deciding the floors must be swept,Something curious will transpire:The strong desire to pick up my phone,And scroll like wildfire.
What exactly am I looking up?I’m not entirely sure.All I know is, it’s more attractive,Than the cleaning I am to endure.
So please don’t share your cleaning routine,I have mine very intact.The enemy to homemaking is distraction,That is the cold, hard fact.
- Jennifer L. Scott
Welcome back to The Daily Connoisseur. Our spring cleaning continues in today's video and this time, I’m tackling all of the difficult spots to clean in the home: the grimy, hidden (and not so hidden) places that have been lacking some serious attention.
As you heard in the opening poem I wrote for you, Distraction, we usually know exactly what to do as homemakers. We know what jobs need to be done. We know what to delegate, and we know the priority in which our tasks need to be finished.
Some people benefit from a cleaning routine. Others are more free-spirited with their cleaning approach. Some people have people help them clean their homes, others do all of the work themselves. We all have different experiences. One thing I know for sure, the biggest enemy to homemaking is distraction. So, as you tackle your own spring-cleaning projects, I hope today’s video not only accompanies you and provides you a sense of comfort, but acts as motivation, rather than distraction.
Sometimes we allow distraction to take over when we are faced with a job we really don’t want to do. This distraction is otherwise known as procrastination.
Charles Dickens wrote in David Copperfield, “My advice is, never do to-morrow what you can do today. Procrastination is the thief of time. Collar him!”
Did you hear that? Collar him, ladies and gentlemen. Procrastination is the thief of time. So, let’s tackle these grimy places in our home that require attention.
Do you know, as an introvert I rather enjoy being alone with my own thoughts. I don’t necessarily need music or an audiobook to work (although I do employ both often). But sometimes, all I need is to be alone with my thoughts and the very present sound of what I’m doing. It’s the sound. The natural noises that bring me into the present and remind me that I’m alive. We tend to anesthetize ourselves with noise. Silence has its place in our lives too.
When you’re in the silence, in the thick of it, here are a few things to focus on: gratitude for a place to live. Gratitude that you even have a home to clean. Gratitude for the ability to clean. Gratitude for the space to think…. To dream…
Once you build momentum… you find that you don’t want to stop. At that point an interruption or distraction is rather unwelcome. Wiping away the dust and grime is becoming therapeutic. Like I mentioned in the poem from the last video… a spring cleaning for my room, and a spring cleaning for my mind.
Capitalize on this. When you are in the flow, you’re actually in a rather creative state. It’s like when you’re writing a book. Every day when you face the page… It’s hard. And your mind invents other things you could do, like check the news or text a friend. But once you get started, when you get into that state… your headphones are on, your hands rapidly flying over the keys as you are in creative mode… you want it to never end.
End it must, but for the time being, any and all interruptions are very unwelcome. If you find this flow with your housework, consider it a very magical trip and enjoy the ride. You most likely will be interrupted. You can always invite the interrupter to help you. Or, if you manage to finish your to-do list, consider it a very successful venture.
Remember when you are finished for the day, to give yourself a little reward. A well-earned treat. The ritual of a cup of tea is transformative. And if you can capture the quiet… pour yourself a cup and settle down with a good book… And enjoy the magnificent feeling of a job well done.
Thank you for joining me for today’s video. Keep calm and remain classy, and I will see you in my next video.
Love, Jennifer
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📍Join us for The Chic Assignment for April.
📍Please note: I am currently in the process of having my blog not only redesigned, but moved to Wordpress. Please be patient during the process as the blog might be temporarily disabled over the course of this month. You can always stay au courant with me over on YouTube to never miss a video. I'm excited to work on the blog and make it a better experience for you, dear reader!On Instagram
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Comment of the WeekDD writes, If I brush and floss my teeth shortly after dinner, I don't want to snack and mess them up! I might not go to bed for hours, but my clean teeth remove the snacking temptation.
DD, yes! This is one of the best tips to avoid nighttime snacking. I'll have to do a followup video with more tips. Thank you!
I hope you enjoyed today's video and that it gave you lots of think about as well as lots of cleaning motivation.
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April 19, 2021
5 Ways to Avoid Nighttime Snacking when Intermittent Fasting
Overcoming dastardly nighttime snack cravings is one of the hardest parts (initially) of intermittent fasting. I do the 16:8 method, which means after dinner is finished (usually around 5:00 p.m. or 5:30 p.m.) I fast until until the following morning at 9:00 a.m. (or 9:30 a.m.). That means no late-night snacking.
After following the 16:8 method of intermittent fasting for one year, I lost 30 lbs. I am no longer in weight-loss mode but, rather, maintenance mode. My IF schedule now is much more relaxed. I have added cream into my morning coffee again (when I was looking to lose weight I drank black coffee before my eating window opened so as not to disrupt the fast) and don't adhere strictly to 16:8 everyday.
When I first started intermittent fasting, the hardest part was avoiding those powerful nighttime snack cravings. In today's video, I share 5 ways you can ride those out. In the video I discuss this article describing the difference between real hunger and appetite. That 9:00 p.m. hankering for a bowl of Cap'n Crunch is not usually hunger... especially if you've eaten a well balanced dinner a few hours before.
So how do you avoid the trap of returning to unhealthy nighttime snacks? After all, I am the author of Lessons from Madame Chic where Chapter 1 states that Snacking is So Not Chic.
My five tips are quite simple. I elaborating on them in today's video.
Distract yourself When those strong cravings hit during your fasting window, distract yourself with something else. Read a book or do something physical like gardening, cleaning, or knitting.
Drink tea or coffee Now in the evening, you are most likely not going to want caffeine. That's why I recommend a hot cup of herbal tea or even hot water. When you are able to hold and consume something comforting it can help as you push through junk food cravings.
Change your scenery Going on a walk cures so many things and it definitely serves as an excellent distraction. Make it a habit to go on an early evening walk or even walk around your garden at night. The fresh air will invigorate you.
Spend time with someone special Whether you play a card game with your family or chat to the neighbors on the porch, putting your attention on someone else is tremendously helpful here.
Go to sleep For those really late night cravings, the best course of action is going to bed. You'll wake up feeling refreshed and grateful you didn't have that 10 p.m. bowl of ice cream.
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Comment of the WeekRegarding my interview with Richard Thompson Ford, Mostly Caffeinated writes, "If a law professor found fashion important enough to write a whole book about it, perhaps we can put to rest all the "it doesn't matter" people now? 😁"
Yes! I plan to direct readers to that interview when they try to tell me that what we wear doesn't matter :)
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April 15, 2021
Dress Codes with Richard Thompson Ford and Jennifer L. Scott
I had the pleasure of interviewing Professor Richard Thompson Ford, author of Dress Codes: How the Laws of Fashion Made History
This is an excellent read that gives so much insight into the history of fashion and how dress codes have truly shaped history. You can learn more about Professor Ford on his website dresscodes.org and find him on Instagram @professorofstyle
Dress Codes by Richard Thompson FordFrom the description on Amazon: In Dress Codes, law professor and cultural critic Richard Thompson Ford presents an insightful and entertaining history of the laws of fashion from the middle ages to the present day, a walk down history’s red carpet to uncover and examine the canons, mores, and customs of clothing—rules that we often take for granted. After reading Dress Codes, you’ll never think of fashion as superficial again—and getting dressed will never be the same.
I loved that the book really put things into perspective and made me challenge my own ideas about fashion and dress codes. You'll see some surprising insights throughout our interview.
I truly hope you enjoy my chat with Professor Ford.
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Sylvia M. writes, "I think we should save space for mood as well. Some days a woman may feel romantic, or sensual, not sexy necessarily, another day edgy, yet another day more tailored. A woman's moods as well can be reflected through her wardrobe."
Hi Sylvia, I loved your comment. It's so true that we need to take our mood into account when we are dressing. I couldn't agree more!
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April 12, 2021
5 Things to Consider When Planning Your Spring Wardrobe
As I gather the pieces together for my spring wardrobe, I have been pondering some key questions with regard to wardrobe. In today's video we are going to look at these important questions to consider.
How would you dress if you faced no limitations? Many people wish to dress a certain way but place limitations on themselves, and end up settling for "no style" by wearing workout clothing everyday. How would you dress if those limitations didn't exist?
What is a style you've been longing to try? Similarly, many people long to try a specific style (like dresses or jumpsuits) but avoid doing so based on a certain issue. With jumpsuits, for example, many people use the "bathroom conundrum" as a reason to not try out the style. Some women avoid dresses so as not to draw too much attention to themselves. What if you tried a style you're longing to try this season? What would happen?
Dress by Rachel PallyWhat colors do you feel beautiful in? Do you tend to get compliments when you wear a certain color? Try to wear that color more this spring – not to get more compliments, but because the origin of those compliments most likely arises from the flattering color of the garment.
What is your plan for accessories? I'm guessing you have some accessories in your wardrobe that you don't often wear. Go through your accessories and decide to wear them or toss them this season.
Does your wardrobe tell a story? If no, what story would you like it to tell? The next time you walk into a chic small boutique notice how all of the clothing is curated to tell a story. Everything seems to go with everything else. This doesn't mean that all of the pieces are matchy-matchy, but that they tell a style story. You can achieve that with your wardrobe too.
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Comment of the WeekValerie writes, "Thank you for this timely video. So many adults lose their passion as life progresses, and I know I did. I now know that one has to take tine to tend to one's needs and passions. I worked at a very demanding job for 20+ years, and I lost myself. I am slowly gaining a perspective of who I am, and reuniting with my passions. I feel this may be a positive outcome from the pandemic--well maybe for me."
Hi Valerie, it does take time to tend to your needs and passions. I hope you are able to gain new perspective after retiring. We are rooting for you!
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