The time-saving style invention of your dreams
If you could invent a contraption, gadget or service that would help you to save time in your fashion and style life, what would it be? For me, it would really help if I never had to think about...
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Clean scuff marks on shoes with wall eraser
The cream Fidji mary janes that you see below are perfect for my feet and style. But when I drive and walk, the top part of the toe box gets scuffed with black marks, probably because it protrudes more...
View ArticleA rant about inferior quality
I’ll admit that I’m tough when it comes to the quality control of my wardrobe items. I have lower quality expectations for budget priced stores like H&M, but expect more from mid-priced retailers...
View ArticleWeatherproofing Suede Footwear
I have never been a fan of suede footwear for my own style because it tends to look overly casual, a little bohemian and above all, it does not wear well. Especially in wet weather, and the reality is...
View ArticleHow to Remove Hanger Bumps from Knitwear
Apart from basic turtlenecks, I hang up my knitwear (sweaters and cardigans) because I prefer to see most of tops hanging in one place. This simplifies my dressing process. I have the luxury of plenty...
View ArticleWhen to Alter Clothing for Perfect Fit
We are often encouraged to alter clothing in order to achieve “perfect fit”, and for the most part I agree with that thinking. But clothing alterations are not risk-free and they can also cost a pretty...
View ArticleAlterations with a Smile
I’m enjoying the look of wide trousers so I recently added two pairs to my wardrobe. As a result I had too many pairs of wide hemmed pants. I can’t wear wide legs too often in Seattle because the hems...
View ArticleLink Love: Getting Crafty with Clothing Care
Did you know that you can use a salad spinner as a sweater dryer? That using lip balm will help keep your shoelaces secure, or that spraying starch on white sneakers will keep dirt and grime at bay?...
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Shine Up Patent Leather with Windex
Ever since reading about it in a magazine (I think it was InStyle, but it may have been Elle) I have been keen to road test this tip. So out came the Windex, a standard household glass cleaner, and...
View ArticleLaundry Strategy
It’s been a long time since we exchanged thoughts on clothing care, so that’s what we’re going to do today. I’ll start the ball rolling by sharing my laundry strategy. I’ll also preface by saying that...
View ArticleIroning and Your Style
Few of my friends or clients enjoy ironing. Some loathe it to the extent that they don’t even own an iron or ironing board. They would rather wear creased clothes because it really isn’t a priority in...
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How Potatoes Made My Loafers More Comfortable
I recently bought Munro’s Kimi loafers in white because they’re a hit with several of my clients. Their verdict was unanimous: it’s a brilliant walking shoe. Well made, cushioning, buttery soft,...
View ArticleReminder: Fab On The Go Stain Remover
I’ve posted about the ultra handy Tide-to-go pen before. It’s a great little pen that removes small stains on clothing very effectively. Simply scribble with the pen onto the stain, let it dry, and...
View ArticleFall and Winter Clothing Care Reminders
It’s the middle of Summer in the Northern hemisphere, so most of us are wearing breezy Summer clothes and very few layers. That’s why it’s a great time to attend to cold weather wardrobe items that...
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Fabulous Silver Polish Spray
One of my clients highly recommends using Tiffany’s Silver Polish Spray to clean silver jewellery. She cleaned most of her silver jewellery in a matter of minutes and proudly showed me the results. The...
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Four Ways To Stretch Your Own Footwear
Sometimes shoes need to be stretched in order to be more comfortable. They might need more room all over, or just in the toe box. Shoe stretching methods are most effective on soft leather footwear....
View ArticleThree Tips for Cleaning Light-Coloured Shoes
I wear light-coloured footwear most of the time, rain or shine. And yes, it does get dirty. But I’m vigilant about keeping my light footwear clean and pristine because I bat for Team Polished. This is...
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Repair Scuffed Black Shoes with a Sharpie
The points of pointy toe footwear are easily scuffed, and after some wear the scuffs become visible. This is precisely what happened to the colour blocked flats that I bought six months ago. There was...
View ArticleFix Scuffed Shoes with Nail Polish
Topshop’s low heeled silver Jolene pumps became instant wardrobe workhorses because they’re extremely comfortable, and they can be combined with most things in my wardrobe. They make most outfits look...
View ArticleWardrobe Maintenance Reminders for August
I’ve found that Mid August is a great time to attend to a few important aspects of my wardrobe before my work schedule gets a lot busier in late September or early October. 1. Send Outerwear to the...
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