I got an invitation to appear on KKTV’s Moms Everyday with host Jen Lennon to tape a segment for a Thanksgiving Special, which I of course said yes to. But because I had been busy helping my son move, I had neglected email for a couple of days and didn’t read the message until the day before filming. I […]
Shoes, Shoes, Shoes – Purging & Spring Cleaning
I’m not going to lie…I love shoes. I always have and I always will. And even though I do weed through them from time to time, I still have way more than I need. After doing an inventory this week I realized that my shoe “collection” had reached epic proportions and I needed to do […]
My Closet Has Been “Purged” – Great Storage Ideas & The Finished Look
Earlier this month I pledged to do some heavy spring-cleaning in my clothes closet. For those who may not be familiar with my “closet,” it is an extra bedroom that we didn’t use, so my husband hung rods and shelves up and it became a huge closet for me. Once that happened though, it seemed […]
We Love Animal Print, Chips & Salsa…And Margaritas
Joining me today for a discussion of how to wear animal print is my good friend Ashley, who gives some excellent tips on basic do’s and don’ts. We began the discussion before filming when I had told her about a woman I had seen at the grocery store who had on some really cute pieces […]
I NEED A Clothes Closet Intervention…STAT! (Or Spring Cleaning Your Closet)
Every year about this time I try to do some spring cleaning and purging. I’m pretty efficient when it comes to kitchen cabinets, junk drawers, and my stacks of papers and magazines that seem to accumulate at a pretty fast rate. But my closet? Not so much. Oh I keep it pretty organized and will […]
Spread the Love
Valentine’s Day…a day that can include flowers, chocolates, cards, and romantic dinners with the ones you love. But for some, it can be a day of sadness, especially for those who are alone. My girlfriend Ashley, who I talk about quite often and has helped me with so many fashion articles and cooking videos, recently […]
Thrift Goes Hollywood
One of my favorite things to do when we travel is to check out all the local thrift or consignment stores, which thank goodness, my husband doesn’t mind (as long as we don’t spend too much time doing it!) But he’s always a good sport about it, especially when we can find some cool vintage […]
Extend The Life of Your Summer Clothes…Easy Ways to Transition Into Fall
Well another summer has come to an end and soon we’ll be enjoying the crisp, cooler weather. I know a lot of women who begin the seasonal transition with their wardrobe, packing away the shorts and tanks, while pulling out the sweaters and boots, right about now. But before you stow away your summer whites, […]
Eat, Drink And Look Good…All On A Budget
Even though my dishes, outfit and food were all bargain-buys, I don’t think they look, or taste it. So if your table needs some freshening up or you need a “new” outfit, check out some of these deals…
Ashley’s Attic – A New Look & Location…Same Fabulous Fashion
On the very last day of March this year, my fabulous friend and occasional cooking and bargain shopping partner in crime, Ashley Gillit, found out her lease to Ashley’s Attic on North Tejon (here in the Springs) wasn’t going to be renewed. It was most likely due to her last big $5 sale and all the loud […]
Burning Fashion Questions?
Have you ever bought a fabulous item of clothing that ended up hanging in your closet because you didn’t know what to pair it with? Or maybe you’ve seen a fashion look or trend that you wanted to try out but didn’t know if it would look good on your particular frame? Or perhaps you want […]
Go “Green” On St. Paddy’s Day…Fashion That Doesn’t Require A Pot of Gold
It’s long been a tradition to wear green on St. Patrick’s Day, protecting you from a “pinch.” By buying thrift/consignment items, you can not only wear green, but “be green”… looking stylish, recycling and saving money in the process. I visited two of my favorite local stores (Discover Goodwill and Ashley’s Attic,) to find some […]
Breaking The Fashion “Rules” & I Don’t Care…With My First 2 “Inappropriate” Buys of the Year
Very seldom do I pay full price for clothing or anything related to fashion because quite frankly, I really don’t need anything. Even when I buy new, it usually is on sale or on clearance. My birthday falls during the first week of January and I’ve never minded that it comes so soon after Christmas because […]
The Little Black Dress…And My Newest Additions From $3.99 to $138
A “true” little black dress is one that is as simple in its design as possible so that id doesn’t become “dated”. The beauty of the LBD is in its complete fashion versatility as an article of clothing.
Check Out Our New Look!
If you’re new to my site you won’t notice a change but for those of you who have been following me, you’ve probably noticed our site has a new look. And I love it! I think it has a fresh and modern look and it’s really easy to navigate. And believe me, if I say it’s easy, it’s […]
My $64.95 “Splurge” Jeans…2 Years Later
I have a lot of clothes as I’ve mentioned before but the majority of them come from thrift/consignment stores so I don’t spend a lot of money on them. In fact, if I broke down where I purchase my clothes I’d say it would look something like this… 50% comes from Goodwill 20% comes from Ashley’s […]
1 Dress – 6 Different Ways (Stretching Your Wardrobe While Looking Fabulous)
I am constantly trying to keep my closet organized and streamlined but what can I say? I like to shop and I have way too much of everything but at the same time, sometimes I’m like, “I have nothing to wear!” (Having too many clothes can actually make getting dressed harder.) I’ve seen a lot […]
DIY Manicures For Less (And A REALLY Good Cheap Wine!)
Professional manicures look pretty and if they are in your budget and you have the time for them, that’s great. A lot of women I know get their nails done weekly and will in fact budget in other areas so they can afford that hour of pampering. But then there are some who, even if it […]
Beautiful & Unique Accessories That Help Change Lives
My friend Ashley, who has appeared in many of our cooking videos with me, is one of the most fashionable women I know, especially when it comes to accessorizing. She also happens to have a big heart, which is one of the main reasons I love her so much. She recently had a trunk show […]
How Many Shoes Are Too Many? Or Is That Even Possible? – What Do You Think?
I met my husband for the first time on March 17th, 2007 when we had our first date. (We met on match.com) We got married about 6 months later on September 15th. The reason I mention this? Because if you look at the dates, you’ll see that I hadn’t known him during a “football season” […]