Round 'Em Up!

It's here, it's here, it's here!  Tonight we party!  Ladies (& gents if you're out there,) get your tickets now before it's too late.  Well... it won't ever be too late, but the price at the door does go up.  The Fall Fashion Release Party is tonight, Thursday August 14th at Second Debut in St Louis Park.  Doors open at 7pm. 

What you can expect:

Exclusive fall fashions.
A chance to get one on one style advice.
Light Bites.
Discounts on services from Fashion Fix.
First look at the fall workshop schedule.
And more!
 
One last exciting piece of tonight's plan is... drum roll please...  The debut of Amanda, stylist and author of Bella Moxie - Not your average sized blog!  Amanda is a plus size stylist and blogger with a wealth knowledge and a keen eye for fashion.  We have become fast friends, working together over the past few months has been a joy for me!  I am sure you will love her too :)

Buy your tickets {here}, and I'll see you there!

psst..  Each image is a link to exclusive pieces from Second Debut that I have styled and featured on the blog this past week.

photo credit: Eric Froemming




Have a great day, and be your best self so that you can live your best life!  Check out www.fashionfixmn.com for more ways to be the best you.

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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}

Have a great day and be the best you today so you can live your best life!  Check out www.fashionfixmn.com for more ways to be the best you :)

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Spring, Sprang, Sprung

It's the first day of Spring!  The sun’s rays and melting snow have us thinking about bright colors, sandals, and more.  This is the best time of year to play with new looks and new trends.  But overhauling the entire closet can be costly, with both time and money!  So how do you get fresh looks on a fast time line and short purse strings?

Here are a few quick ways to get that updated look!

Color & Print
Radiant Orchid is this year’s hue, as decided by Pantone.  Pop this shade of purple into your wardrobe with accessories.  You can wear accessories with more then one outfit, and it’s less of a commitment!

Neutral Statements
The safari look is a staple in style.  Don’t camouflage yourself in browns and greens!  Reds and yellows add life and make a great style statement when worn with neutrals!

All looks curiosity of Second Debut Boutique.  Learn more about this unique thrift store {here}, and see how they are part of changing the community!

Do you want to shop thrift, but don't know how?  Fashion Fix can help!  Schedule your thrift shopping appointment today by linking up to the website or email lindsey@fashionfixmn.com

Every hour of everyday I receive dozens of notification, on just this one pin!  People just can't get enough of her style and beauty, who can blame them.  

I love this look too, that's why I pinned it from the blog I follow, My Curves & Curls.  It was pinned from {this} specific post.  I got to thinking, why does everyone love this look?  Let's break it down.

1. Layer; adding a 3rd piece makes any outfit polished and put together.  Blazers are especially magical, when worn they really elevate a look.

2. Stripes; a pattern that is only two colors is an endless canvas.  You can accessorize a zillion colors in almost any shade with patterns like this.  A special note: two colored patterns in neutrals are the best; ie: navy & white, black & white, tan & white, tan & black, etc.

3. Bright Color; a splash of color in a jeweled tone is jazzy!  Mustard is always a surprise touch when worn, and it pops with navy.  But you could swap this out for purple, pink, red, etc and get the same effect.

4. Detailed Accessory; hand bags with hardware or metal jewelry adds interest to a look.  Layering in the right accessories show intention when you were getting dressed :)

5. Animal Print; this is the number print I advice all my clients to introduce into their wardrobe.  All stylist will tell you that animal print should be worn like a neutral, can be added to almost any outfit.

Okay Okay Okay, but how are women in Minneapolis doing this.  I'll show you!  See how Fashion Fix clients are implementing these style tips.

1. Layer

2. Stripes

3. Bright Color

5. Animal Print

Disclaimers:
-all looks styled by Fashion Fix during in home wardrobe consultations
-these are real women, from real outfits, from real closets
-once again the photo is from My Curves & Curls, photo credit

To be styled with your wardrobe and learn how to make new looks, visit www.fashionfixmn.com

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.

To be styled with your wardrobe and find your style, visit www.fashionfixmn.com

Blouses... What blouses?!

I am in the business of educating women what to wear, how to wear it, what to buy and where to buy it!  This week my focus of choice is the blouse.  I have worked with couple of fabulous clients in the past month who all have had a common theme of needing to impact their style with belts and blouses.  You can see their photo catalogs {here} & {here} & {here}.  And since I already was on my soap box about the belt {here} I thought I would preach about the need for essential blouses here!  You can link up to Monday's post {here} where I talked about why the blouse is so important and showed you how you can wear it.  After that post went live, immediately following I got the question: What blouses should women have?  In my professional opinion, at minimum all women should have the following 4 blouses...

Why?  Because with these 4 standard blouses you will be able to outfit any cardigan, jacket, blazer, skirt, and pant.  Because with these 4 standard blouses you can be styled for work, play, and fun.  And because with these 4 standard blouses you will always have something to wear!

Real women, living real life in the Twin Cities...  Take inspiration from them!

White Blouse

Striped Blouse

Chambray Blouse