Welcome to the show that teaches you everything your mom never did about getting dressed! The Everyday Style School inspires you to love the way you look everyd...
Have you ever felt like you were holding yourself back? In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Tara Mohr, the bestselling author of "Playing Big: Practical Wisdom for Women Who Want to Speak Up, Create, and Lead." Together, we dive deep into why so many of us (yes, me included!) find ourselves "playing small" in both our professional and personal lives. From staying quiet in meetings to talking ourselves out of opportunities, we explore how these patterns show up in everything we do – even in our style choices! As someone who's personally been transformed by Tara's work, I couldn't wait to bring her wisdom to the Everyday Style community and explore how playing small impacts everything from our careers to our closets. In this episode, you'll discover: Why even successful women often find themselves "playing small" and the surprising ways this shows up in our everyday lives. How to recognize the difference between our inner critic and our inner mentor. The fascinating connection between personal style and playing big – and how what we wear can actually help us step into our full potential. How to recognize when you're talking yourself out of opportunities, whether it's in the boardroom or your bedroom closet. Real strategies from Tara's internationally acclaimed Playing Big leadership program that you can start using today to show up more confidently in all areas of your life I hope this episode helps you recognize those moments when you're playing small and gives you the courage to step into your full potential – whether that's speaking up in meetings, rocking that bold outfit you've been afraid to wear, or finally going after that big dream you've been keeping quiet. If I can go from being too afraid to reach out to my dream podcast guest to having this amazing conversation with Tara, just imagine what you can do when you decide to play big! Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/tara-mohr
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Online vs. In-Store Shopping: What’s the Best Style Strategy?
Do you have a favorite way to buy clothes? Do you prefer to shop online, with a glass of wine and no bra? Or do you like to put on pants and actually go to the store? When it comes to building a fabulous, functional wardrobe, is there a "best way to shop? That’s what this episode is all about! In a previous episode, I shared the difference between Hunting and Gathering, two common approaches to shopping. Today, we're digging a little deeper into just how we build our wardrobes, taking on online vs in-store shopping, and discovering whether one is better than the other. I'm sharing the pros and cons of each, and times where one shopping strategy has a clear advantage. I'm also breaking down how they stack up when it comes to saving time, saving money, building a quality wardrobe, and building a stylish wardrobe. I hope these tips inspire you to be thoughtful about the way you shop, so you can end up with a wardrobe that's perfect for you. In This Episode: The pros and cons of in-store and online shopping When online shopping is a better idea, and when in-store shopping is a better move. The one item that you should buy in-store (when at all possible) Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/online-instore-shopping
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The Fall Transition Pieces I'm Wearing On Repeat
Whether you're dealing with cool mornings that turn into warm afternoons or you're stuck in a Summer rut while waiting for Fall, this time of year can be a real challenge for getting dressed. To help you make the most of fashion's best season, I've got a few simple strategies that will help you look like fall, while you're still feeling like summer. Plus, I'm sharing some key pieces from my own closet that have made this seasonal shift smoother and more stylish. Even if fall has already arrived where you are, you can use these strategies and pieces for any transitional weather--and these crazy weeks will happen again next week, so be prepared! In This Episode: Four simple steps to transition your wardrobe through changing seasons Where most women go wrong when it comes to layering, and how you can fix it My 5 essential pieces for transitional weather I hope these tips and pieces inspire you to tackle your wardrobe transitions with confidence. Remember, there's no bad weather, only bad clothing, so make sure your closet has the pieces you need to get dressed every day, no matter what's going on outside! Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/fall-transition-pieces
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My Style Struggles
One of my pet peeves is experts who appear to know it all and never struggle. And in our Instagram-filtered world, this is only getting worse. But guess what? Everyone has their off days! As a wardrobe stylist with over 20 years of experience, I believe in the power of sharing our challenges to inspire and empower others, to let you know that, if you're struggling with your wardrobe, you're not alone. Because of that, today I'm sharing my personal style struggles and the steps I'm taking to overcome them. I share my own experiences with body changes and how I went back to basics to reassess what works for my current shape. I also talk about how I tackled my shoe situation to elevate my outfits. Awareness is the first step to making meaningful changes! I hope these takeaways resonate with you and encourage you to embrace your own style journey. In This Episode: Experts, including wardrobe stylists, also face struggles and challenges - you're not alone! The importance of giving yourself grace when dealing with body changes, and to actively seek solutions rather than remaining stuck in frustration. Upgrading foundational garments, like underwear, can significantly improve how clothes fit and feel - it's worth the effort to find the right styles. Reassess your wardrobe and be mindful of how your body shape and style preferences may have changed over time. How to build a more satisfying and functional wardrobe by identifying the reasons behind your style struggles. Your wardrobe should be a source of joy and confidence. Remember, everything in style is "figureoutable", but it starts with identifying the root of your struggles and being willing to put in the work to find solutions. Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/my-style-struggles
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10 Wearable Trends for Fall 2024
If you’re ready to update your Fall Wardrobe but don’t know where to start, I’ve got you covered! In this episode, I'm sharing 10 Fall trends from the runway that you can work into your everyday life. Whether you're heading to work, dinner with friends, or just running to the grocery store. Listen to find out what’s big for the season and how you can easily add these trending pieces to your real-life wardrobe without having to do a major closet overhaul. Plus, I share some practical tips for making it easy to keep your wardrobe looking fresh and current. Need more help getting your wardrobe looking current? Many of these styles are featured in our Fall 2024 Capsule Wardrobe Guide. The Guide shows you how to combine 39 pieces (mostly basics, with a few trends peppered in) to create over 200 fab Fall outfits. The Guide is available in the Style Circle membership, which also includes our private member-only podcast, style masterclasses, outfit calendars, the community, member style coaching opportunities, and more. Join the membership and get everything you need to make style easy. I hope this episode gives you some insight into what’s big this season and gives you some practical tips for making it easy to keep your wardrobe looking fresh and current. Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/fall-trends-2024
Welcome to the show that teaches you everything your mom never did about getting dressed! The Everyday Style School inspires you to love the way you look everyday, and gives you the tools to make it easy. From understanding your body shape, to getting rid of clothes that no longer serve you, we give real style advice to women with real lives, real bodies, and real budgets.
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