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by Traci McBride Question: Bare leg vs. panty hose? I am often asked this question. Women that despise hose actually get mad at me for not saying bare leg only! But there is a place for panty hose. Answer: Think of hosiery as you would foundation for your face. The better the skin […]
by Traci McBride This month’s question comes from Facebook: How is it possible to be casual and comfortable this summer without being frumpy? I don’t believe anyone purposely gets dressed thinking, “I want to be frumpy,” but sometime it’s easier to not care or to fool yourself into thinking it […]
by Traci McBride Instead of the usual Q & A this month, I’d like to present a spring/summer challenge to readers: WOMEN — Banish the black shoes. You might wonder if I’m off my rocker! The most common situation I find in closets all over Northeast Ohio is either all black […]
by Traci McBride Imagine this: You walk into your organized closet that contains only items that make you look your very best, in colors that make you look healthy, energized and ready for anything. With a glance in your personalized “look book,” you effortlessly choose a complete outfit based on […]
by Traci McBride Q: It’s been more than a dozen years since I’ve done anything newwith my hair or clothes “style,” if that is what I can even call it. I’m wearing pretty much the same thing every day, only in a different color. Basic black, with little splashes of color. […]
by Traci McBride Casual SNEAKERS These are your everyday on-the-go walkers that are perfect for a laid back comfy look. Active SNEAKERS No stopping you in these low impact yet BOLD & stylish sneakers that keep you moving! Fashion SNEAKERS Looking so good on the runway you can skip the […]
by Traci McBride Regardless of shape or size, we need to have a good tailor on speed dial. When purchasing new suits or separates off the rack, keeping an eye toward the details of the fit is key. I recommend expecting to tailor to some degree. Women tend to need […]
by Traci McBride We spend our lives investing — investing in a belief system; investing in relationships, from romantic to partnerships, and our children; and investing in life experiences. Although those investments are not financial, they are time investments — a commodity nonetheless. Throughout our lives we are also investing in […]
by Traci McBride Once upon a time our fine city had its share of frumpy days, treated like the inappropriate guest that showed up to a decadent event at The Ritz wearing flip-flops and cut-off jeans. For decades Cleveland was disrespected and was the butt of the joke on every […]
by Traci McBride As the party season kicks up, and Cleveland is on fire with new hotel and restaurant openings, we have many opportunities to attend some stellar events. These events are perfect for meeting potential clients, employers, friends, dates, and spouses — whatever you’re looking for, and sometimes not […]
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