Conquering the Mall Of America...... Eeek!

There is a wild jungle here in the Twin Cities.  Herds roam about, the environment is unpredictable, it's difficult to navigate, and you are always hunting for something while you're there!  There's only one jungle you'll find a fashionista in, and it doesn't have mosquitoes.  If you haven't guessed it yet I'm talking about the Mall of America.  Many of you out there do see the MOA as a jungle, and most of you don't want to venture to, or through it.  I however am expert guide when it comes this concrete jungle.  I know where to shop, when to shop, and how to shop while getting the most out of your time and money!

I love taking my clients to The Mall and dispelling all their fears and demystifying the secrets to being a MOA pro.  I love to take groups of women or work one on one with clients.  If you haven't seen some of my prior work (not to brag or anything...,) check out some images from this trip I took with 4 ladies over here from Wisconsin earlier this summer.

My latest voyage was with Jen, a top client from Fashion Fix.  We took on the stores at The Mall just last month.

Looks from Loft

Style at Old Navy

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Old Skirt in New Fashions

If you haven't heard yet, I have to ask..  Where have you been!!!  We are having a party next week, you are invited, and you must be there.  You must be there for many reasons, first of which is getting a good deal on great fashions!  Second Debut is hosting their annual Private Fall Fashion Party next week on Thursday August 14th, 7p-9p.  You'll enjoy exclusive styles, personal shopping, and light bites!

Two local stylist will be there to help you find the right looks for your wardrobe.  If you haven't guessed yet, I'll be one of those stylist along with Amanda Williams from Bella Moxie!  Everyday leading up the party we'll be featuring exclusive pieces that will be available for shopping that night.

photo credit: Eric Froemming

Blouse {old navy}

Skirt {second debut; j.jill}

Belt {american eagle}

Shoes {second debut; coach}

Necklace {j.crew}

Earrings {j.crew}

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This past week, Fashion Fix was asked to be a part of a career fair that happened at Rasmussen College.  It's not what you think, I wasn't there recruiting stylist or hiring employees - I wish, the business hasn't grown that big, but we're on the way!  Fashion Fix was asked to be available to to students and answer questions about professional dress.  It was a lot of the usual; "..what do I wear on a first interview?" "...is it possible to be overdressed?" "...do I have to wear black?" etc. etc. etc.

What caught my attention though were all the questions about business casual dress codes!  So many students couldn't wrap their head around when it's okay to wear jeans, what shoes are appropriate and more.  Who can blame them, there many interpretations of appropriateness in the workplace.  And I'll be the first to say, I don't want to police that.  I did my best to give them guidance, but we all love a visual right?

Disclaimers:
-these are real people, in real outfits, from real closets :)
-the 'no' outfits I still like, and think they are cute (I did style them!); they are just not work appropriate
-this is not business professional - this casual friday

 Why?  Sperry's are for the weekend & statement necklaces dress up an outfit.

Why?  Jean jackets are to casual, especially with cotton pants & navy blazers make any outfit work ready.

 Why?  Bare arms can be questionable & again, the navy blazer!

Why?  Leaving blouses un-tucked can look sloppy & wearing a belt makes you polished and professional.

Why?  If you are wearing a drapey top or knit, a cardigan gives you no structure & a statement necklace is more elevated than a voluminous scarf.

Why?  Pull over sweater + jeans and no layer = laid back look & blazers + printed tops = polished.

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Style on Sale; $15 & Under

The getting is always good in January.  Stores are liquidating any and all winter/holiday merchandise to make room for travel wear.  And it doesn't hurt to have a half empty store when conducting your annual inventory!  This means a couple of things, clearance sales are at their best right now, and if you haven't already gotten in on it you have limited time.  The best weekends to shop are right after Christmas and the New Year.  Don't panic there is more to come throughout the year.  You can track the best times to shop {here}, a previous post.  

What's making it still great to shop is that whatever is left at this point, is at about 70% or more off of the original retail price.  Here is what I found this week still left at Target, obviously my favorite sale rack to shop.  I {tweet} about non-stop!  Every time I find something you find something, because I'm always sharing my deep discount deals!

If you are worried about wearing silk to work, dress it down with conservative jewelry and classic heels.

Make a silk tee an everyday piece by pairing it with casual shoes in a contrasting fabric, like suede.

Cobalt is a bold color, but compliment it with navy instead of black.

Cobalt is a great color for summer and looks smashing with gold accents!

Making the Change; How to wear animal print!

This is a little bit Throwback Thursday, and a little bit This or That, and a lot bit great style :)  Whether I am teaching the Styled Right class or I am working one-on-one with a client, animal print always pops up in the conversion.  If you had a chance to read up on my Fall must haves you already know animal print is on there; and don't be surprised if you see on the Winter, Spring and Summer shopping guide!  It's a great print that can be incorporated into your wardrobe with an accessory, a shoe, a pant, a sweater, and the list goes on.  There are endless ways you can make this style work for you.  So for Throwback Thursday I thought I would dig up some pictures one of my best gal pals took about 3 year ago.  We did fun photo shoot around this exact topic!

These are all great examples of how making this one switch can change up your look from being 'cute' to being styled!  My two biggest pieces of advice are always this: 1. treat animal print like a neutral  2. don't be afraid to wear it!

 Cardigan

Shoes

Belt

You make the switch now!