Any of us with children older than five are probably familar with the former cover of the maternity Bible, What to Expect When You Are Expecting. That picture of a woman in a dowdy duds, frumpy footwear and helmet hair was enough to put you off the idea of motherhood for ever! Argh! Is … [Read more...]
Eco Chic
Inspired by Earth Week, and recent info from several retailers about their enviro-friendly products, I decided to explore the green fashions that are available in our malls and on main street.While several major retailers and brands have launched some innovative products or have operating … [Read more...]
Bohemian Rhapsody
Have you noticed how many sixties and seventies inspired looks are in stores right now? Yes, tie-dye, embroidery, macrame, longer lengths and floaty fashions are everywhere. The good news about Boho style is that it provides many cool, relaxed and feminie options for Spring and … [Read more...]
Dive into Swimwear Shopping
I soooo look forward to warmer weather, but do find that the transition from forgiving winter wear to more revealing Summer styles always a bit awkward at first. And, the most scary switch of all - SWIMWEAR!!! But never fear, the Style File is here with tips and trends for 2009 to help the annual … [Read more...]
Spring Fashion Transition
A friend and I took a quick trip to the mall last week in search of transitional tops, and were surprised to see that the stores have gone straight from winter's woolies to Summer's sleeveless and strappy. Whatever happened to Spring? Well, the look is all about layering. Take a top … [Read more...]
Simple Style Updates for Spring
It's Spring! Well, not quite. But, if you happen to visit your local mall, it's easy to think that warmer days are just around the corner. The stores are filled to the brim with light and bright tops and T's, sunny accessories and flirty footwear. So, what will we be wearing in … [Read more...]
Keep your shirt on Contest!
Last time, our Style File Surprising Stores review featured Mark's Work Wearhouse. Well, the friendly folks over at MWW kindly supplied me with one of their latest clothing innovations to try for myself. It's the Perfectly Pressed shirt. What can possibly be innovative about a shirt? I … [Read more...]
Surprising stores…
Moms often ask me not just what wardrobe essentials to buy, but where to shop for them. So, I thought I'd start a new Style File series called Surprising Stores. Us moms have little time to shop, so it's good to know that there is a huge array of stylish pieces to be found at the shops … [Read more...]
First Look at a Flirty Fall
This Style File post comes with a mental health warning - only proceed past this point if you are prepared to think about long sleeves, tweed and cooler temps. Yes, ladies, the stores are full of Fall fashions. Sadly, it's my job to talk about the reality that in a few weeks our flip flop/tank top … [Read more...]
In the swim…
My family (hubby and two boys) and I were lucky to have a last-minute vacation in Mexico last month. This not only provided the opportunity for some long overdue R and R, but for me to get familiar with the swimwear styles for Summer 2008 that work for real women. First, let me say that the … [Read more...]