Resolve to shop small!

As a new year approaches so do new resolutions.  My goal for my clients is that we can work together to make goals for 2015 that not only make a difference for them, but also for their communities and families.  Not something a stylist would traditionally set out to do right?  But as you know the mission of Fashion Fix is "...to empower women and build confidence."  Empowerment and confidence can be found and built on many paths.  I believe one of those paths is to support small and local businesses.  It's easy to identify most of these in our communities.  Mom and pop shops, local boutiques, and more.  The small entrepreneurs and artisans that don't have brick and mortar stores are more difficult to find.  Think the Esty shop owner!

I stumbled upon one of these crafts-women at the Minneapolis Pop-Up this past fall.  Maggie Baker of Ginger Knots is a talented lady who hand knits these amazing Peruvian wool goods.  So here is your chance to make a resolve and shop small and local.  Better yet, you can do it with 15% off.  Just use code FASHIONFIX15 at check out.

See more of Ginger Knots, and fall more in love with their style!

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Don't forget to shop now and take advantage of this deal, it ends soon!

Easy essentials you can shop at thrift!

I all that Christmas cash already burning a hole in your pocket?  The bonuses from work, the $10 our cute grandma sends, gift certificates from husbands who don't know what else to get, etc etc etc.  We spend a huge amount of time and emotional energy shopping for others the entire month of December, stressing out over ever gift giving detail.  Then on 12/26 it's time for you ring in the cheer for your self.  Before you go and blow your whole wad at the mall, finding your self overspending and under buying, let me give you a few tips on how to stretch that dollar.

I sped a lot of time shopping, (that's the understatement of the century)!  When working with a budget I take my clients to the Goodwill.  You can see all the past Goodwill style shopped {here} & {here}.  Here are 3 quick and easy buys you can shop and style when buying thrift and not breaking the bank!

1. Jackets and blazers.  These are great finds when rummaging racks at the thrift store.  Most women get frustrated when trying to style a blazer or jacket.  They feel boxy and/or masculine when they wear them.  So they end up in the donation pile, ripe for the picking when you show up to the Goodwill!

2. Cardigans.  I don't know what it is but women love to get rid of these, HUGE mistake.  A lot of the time women think they have to have a specific "outfit" for each of their cardigans, wrong!  So again they mistakenly end up being donated by the bag full.  Cardigans are layers meant to be mixed and matched with multiple pieces.

3. Scarfs.  These are accessories that are fun to swap out every so often.  Grabbing new colors, finding unique prints, and then donating the old ones.  So don't break the bank on this piece.  Scarfs are great staples to buy on budget so you don't feel bad when you get board with them!

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How to rock denim on denim!

Hot trend alert here, hot trend alert!!  Ladies you have probably seen by now that the Canadian tuxedo is back and it's hot.  Which I hate calling it that, because there are some very savvy fashion bloggers in the land north of us, {Ashton Wears Things}.  I hate to insinuate that in Canada there is a lack of fashion sense.  Trust me there is a lack of fashion sense everywhere!  Anyways, how to wear the denim on denim trend is one of the top asked questions I receive from clients and readers.  What's difficult about executing a look like this is that the margin for error is huge.  There are many factors that go into pulling off this look.  So I thought I would narrow it down to a few essential tips.  A fashion lesson in true Fashion Fix style!

1. Color and shades.  What you don't want to pair is two pieces of denim that are the same shade of blue, or even close to it.  You want to be sure that there is a major contrast between the two articles of denim clothing you are wearing.  My favorite combination is light on top, dark on bottom.

2. Fabrication and texture.  This is another area where you are going to want to find good contrast between your two pieces.  Imaging a sturdy pair of jeans worn with the same color and sturdiness in a jacket... Now that that's a denim tuxedo!  My favorite combination is a light weight denim button up with a pair of heavy denim.

3. Accessories and layering in neutrals.  Black and shades of brown/tan are my favorite to add in to this look.  These 3rd pieces will help break up all the blue and add dimension to the denim.  You want to look intentional and styled when you wear an outfit like this, so layers and accessories are a must!!!

Check out how I styled this look!  Oh, do you love the scarf?  I thought so!  It's none other then Friend of Fashion Fix Ginger Knots!!!!  They are offering 15% off when you use code FASHIONFIX15 at check out :) 

This deal end 12/31 so don't delay.  It's a great place to spend some of that holiday money...

Link up to the Ginger Knots Etsy shop now...

Hitting the mark with a hat!

I don't even know what to say about this.  Over the past few weeks I have fallen head over heals for Ginger Knots, maker of these hand made hats and scarfs.  Everything I have tried and touched has won me over!  And I am not the only one.  Just last night I got a phone call from my mother frantically trying to order some hot items from the Ginger Knots Etsy page.  (I had to send her a step by step tutorial on how to shop on Etsy, lol.  But seriously, if you would like the screen shot step by step just let me know.  I'll email it you!)  And she's not the only one...  I visited a beloved client this week for a Style Consultation and she was telling me how the Ginger Knots infinity is going on her Christmas wish list :)  With the Fashion Fix 15% discount, how could you not want to get your hand on one of these fantastic pieces.

Ginger Knots is a Friends of Fashion Fix Holiday Shopping Destination this year.  What that means is when you enter the code FASHIONFIX15 at check out, you get 15% off your total purchase!  My favorites are the Peruvian Wool Infinity Scarf/Cowl & Wool Striped Infinity Scarf.  But Ginger Knots does hats too....

1 Outfit and Scarf Styling 3 Ways!

Scarfs, scarfs, and more scarfs!  Seriously, they take over every woman's closet and the entire fashion world every fall!  No longer are scarfs a trend, they are a staple when it comes to style.  Here's the problem my clients run into though... Where do you buy good scarfs?  Am I right!  You want a good scarf that has the right style and perfect amount coziness.  Well let me tell you!  Wish Boutique has got the most perfectly soft, cozy, and stylish scarfs!!  Hello, look at the pictures.  I found 3 great scarfs and was able to style 1 outfit multiple ways.  I achieved a variety of looks using just the 1 accessory.  Buy changing out my layer and scarf it was easy to get different outfits from the same dress.

All 3 scarfs were provided by Wish Boutique, and they would love for you to have one too!  Here's the deal, we're having a party :)  If you struggle knowing how to use accessories to change your look and maximize your style, you need to be here.  Tuesday November 11th 6:30pm at Wish!  There will be light bites, give aways, and I'll be hosting a mini style workshop teaching you how to use accessorize to get new life in your in your look!  It's FREE to attend, just RSVP.  More details on the website {here}.

I'm counting down to the party so keep checking back each day leading up to the 11th.  New features everyday!

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Everything You Should Be Wearing This Fall

Do you go into panic mode every time you hear about or read "What's in trend this season..."  Running through your closet inventory, having anxiety over the pieces you don't own.  And then you already feel defeated not knowing where to go shopping for all of these 'in-trend' things!  Well let's all take a breath, get grounded, and get back to reality!

Keeping up with all the fashion and style news is exhausting, I get it.  Even as a professional I find it difficult to keep up, and end up going back to basics most of the time anyways.  But what you might not realize is that you probably already own most of the 'must haves', it's just changing the way you wear them that keeps them current and up to date!

All styles provided by Wish Boutique.

1. Layer, layer, layer!  Layers are always in trend, the more the better in some cases :)  I'm sure you have a black tee and cotton cardigan, right?  Just layer them up and add a splash of jewelry and you're instantly styled!

2.  Put a scarf on it!  Seriously, this accessory has transcended from being a trend to being a staple in every woman's wardrobe.  Layering a scarf with almost anything you own will give you a 'pinteresty' outfit helping you to feel cute and current!

3.  Texture can be tasteful.  Great jewelry or little leather is a great contrast to cotton.  A long metal necklace really pops against a smooth knit.  And get yourself in some leather!  Leather mixed with wool, cotton, or denim gives great contrast to any outfit.  This will help you feel styled and 'trendy'. 

Still confused, don't fret!  Join me November 11th at Wish Boutique.  I'll be providing personal styling, teaching you how to maximize your accessories, and more!  Lite bites and give-aways will also be there for you to enjoy :)