Wear This Not That

In honor of HOLLY’S FABULOUS 50th Birthday celebration, we will be celebrating TOP THINGS ABOUT TURNING 50 because there are ENDLESS reasons to celebrate (like, not being a teenager, for one). So, hang with us while we learn all the reasons why hitting this milestone is, frankly, a gift from God.    In this episode we meet Monica and Niki, who are fabulous new styling clients of Holly’s from the Chicagoland area, and now, our new FASHION BESTIES!    Holly makes the trip to Napierville outside of Chicago to meet this lovely couple who are working with Holly for styling help and a major closet clean out.     Usually when Holly helps someone with a closet-cleanout, there is anxiety and tears and probably more tears. It can be an emotional and difficult process to begin parsing one’s lifelong collection of stuff in a closet.     HOWEVER, not the case with Niki. It’s like she already knew she was holding onto excess baggage, and boy, was she ready to let go. #goteam   Perhaps she was holding onto her old life, and realized her new life was better, so this process may have already been started by the other changes she has made in her life.      Of course, as any couple living in the same space, some of Niki’s clothes were intertwined with Monica’s – and thus started the double closet clean out and style therapy!    Niki and Monica were so gracious about opening their life, their closets and even airing some dirty laundry along the way. (literally and figuratively). We are grateful for their frank and honest conversation about how their style and habits can be changed to make their life better – and you have a front row seat!   From subpar storage and laundry habits to a successful shopping spree, here are some of the things we learned along the way:    FABULOUS FACTS ABOUT TURNING FIFTY:  Number One on the list of Fabulous Things About Turning 50: letting go of things that bother you. You cannot be bothered after 50. It is the most freeing and luxurious thing EVER.    Number Two: It is a FASHION CRIME to think that no matter where you are in your life, you don’t deserve nice things. We didn’t say EXPENSIVE things. We said NICE things. #Period.     Number Three: By holding on to the old things in your closet, you are not able to find room for the new. Maybe your body shape changed. Maybe your mindset changed. Where are you going to find room for the new, if your closest is stuffed with the old? Thank you, Monica, for those fashion words of wisdom. We will be putting that on a throw pillow.     “I'm a new person. I just had a birthday. Let’s rock and roll! Let's show the world you know who I am and make me feel more confident in my new style and who I am now!”   - Monica      Number Four: This probably Number One, but if you have not been to a proper bra-fitting by 50, you need to go. The foundation of great style is proper undergarments.  Holly takes both Niki and Monica to a professional bra-fitting and the results are astounding. They are here to tell you it was LIFE CHANGING. #mikedrop   “All right, well, first of all, I always knew bra fitting exists. But I thought it was more of a wealthy thing. Or, I felt it was this magical land or, you know, I always thought it was one of those things where it's like, man, someone's gonna see my boobies? Can I really do this?  – Monica      SHOUT OUT: Holly took Monica and Niki to Bare Moxie in Geneva, IL. Please share the love for this amazing small business – they are so spectacular!    Number Five: When you look good, you feel good! Niki’s shopping spree and trip to a makeup counter netted her new outfits and a new look that FIT HER WELL, were perfect for her lifestyle and elevated her style just a bit out of her comfort zone.     The end result? Endless compliments and comments. Which leads to new confidence. Which leads to feeling amazing. Which leads to, why didn't I do this before?   “I think everybody around me is inspired to kind of ‘level up’ in the same in the same way that I'm doing right now. It's been a super cool experience.” – Niki    Number Six: When you do the work and you show up looking and feeling confident, people notice because of your ENERGY shift is different. Your confidence and happiness are next level.   Number Seven: After 50, you no longer need to put everyone else first. Women put EVERYONE first and ahead of their own feelings and actions. You can stop doing that. Now.     So maybe this episode is about more than just bra-fitting. But if you are celebrating a big birthday soon and looking for ways to embrace that process - and find a fabulous rainbow in the cloud of getting older – just stop long enough to listen to Monica and Niki. They embraced new thinking and new things in general. Now they are unstoppable. #FACTS   It is this ability to CHANGE YOUR MINDSET that makes turning 50, or being over 50, so fabulous.     More Fabulous Fifty things to come, but in the meantime, we cannot thank Monica and Niki enough for their courage and their honesty – and we can’t wait until we can bring them back to talk to them on another episode!     JOIN THE BOOK CLUB!  In case you missed the WORLDWIDE RELEASE PARTY for Holly’s new book…. Holly has just published a new style guide: Stop Making These Fashion Mistakes!      This style guide makes a great gift for those who need it, and those who don't know they need it. This will be a game changer for anyone who could be struggling with their style. This book was written for you!       It is available on Amazon – and is already a BESTSELLER!! Get your copy today! #YYYAASSSSS       As always, please listen to the podcast wherever you like to listen and recommend us to your friends and family. If you sign up for our newsletter, you get all this free fashion content, delivered straight to your inbox. Every. Single. Week. Don't know how your day can get any better!       Thank you for being our Fashion Besties!       Xoxo –        Holly Katz   Your Favorite Personal Stylist, the Hostess with the Mostest AND the only Holly you need to know!   www.fashioncrimespodcast.com  

Is the 1980s “color analysis trend“ coming back? Is “digital” image consulting now a thing, along with double breasted suits, giant shoulder pads and terrible perms?      It's certainly starting to look that way, as your favorite personal stylist Holly Katz is finding that digital color and style analysis is all the rage right now, and the hottest thing on Tik Tok.   This week, we discuss the popularity of the 1980s book, Color Be Beautiful, and how a new wave of Ai and digital styling tools are bringing back color analysis. We also pick apart styling in a box and other online style apps that may - or MAY NOT - be helpful in creating your own personal style.    (NOTE: follow along on Holly’s Pinterest board for this episode!)    In general, this iconic bestselling style guide explained that there are 4 types of color palettes, named after the 4 seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter.    In her book, Carole Jackson asked, “What Season Are You?” Your choices where:    Spring: Your colors are clear, delicate, or bright with yellow undertones.    Summer: Cool, soft colors with blue undertones are right for you.    Autumn: You look best in stronger colors with orange and gold undertones.    Winter: Clear, vivid, or icy colors with blue undertones make you look best.    The promise of this concept was to help you define your color personality, learn to perfect your makeup, use color to solve body-shape issues, save money by developing a color-coordinated wardrobe for all occasion, and discover your clothing personality.  #thatscute     Wow. If this was truly the magic bullet for style success, some of us might not have a job as a personal stylist today!      So, is it that this national phenomenon just faded away over the past 30 years? Was the concept wrong? Or did we just get lazier with the rise of the punk rock movement and the rise of fast fashion?     In this episode, Holly takes you through her experience as she tries out a “Color Analysis” app on her phone. Her commentary, as she takes you step-by-step through the app’s style questionnaire proves to be both hilarious and frustrating. She tried to be open minded. She tried.   If you know Holly, she has a point of view on these questions – and especially – the results!    In essence, the color you wear cannot be the easy answer to your style questions and concerns.     Can certain colors make you feel better when you wear them? Absolutely!    Are there some colors that are not good with your skin tone? Double Yes!    Should you plan your life around being a ‘warm’ or ‘cool’ Autumn?  Hell no!    Why? Because, Fashion Besties, we do not shop for color. We shop for fit. This is our mantra, and you need to have that engraved on your brain.     The other reason is that you can't slap a band-aid on your style and expect miracles. When you do the work and know what works for your body type, then you have the freedom to pick the styles that fit you best, then choose the colors of your choice.   Even before the pajama pant trend of the Covid era, the accepted work dress code and style has consistently gotten more and more casual.     Do we like that? #EWNO   Can we work around that? Well, some of us can.     (Wait until you get the part in this episode about the recent dress code change in the U.S. Senate. There is a long discussion about hoodies and basketball shorts you need to hear!)    If you go back to Holly’s foundational philosophy of “How to Stop Making These Fashion Mistakes,” you will remember these key things:    Shop for your body shape.  Dress your age.  Wear the correct undergarments.  Clean out your closet chaos.    If you start buying clothes online by searching for “teal blue” then you have missed the message.     Can you wear teal blue? Of course you can!  (As long as it fits well and is age appropriate – and is not the only color you ever wear.)      Do not let subscription style boxes or online apps that charge you money lull you into fashion security.  Artificial intelligence and robot warehouse packers cannot determine your style. You have to do the work.     You still need your brain, and with the constant support of this podcast, you can dooooo iiiiit!    Don’t give up. Just because “Casual Friday” has become “Casual Everyday” doesn’t mean you don’t need to get out of your style comfort zone.     In fact, we applaud you for trying these apps and subscription services, because it means you care.    Don’t let digital trends – or any trend – on TikTok or elsewhere dictate what to wear. We are old enough to know better.    Do let Holly help you navigate your way to style success. She makes it easy, and very fun!  Amirite?   This is what chic people do. #justsayin      IN OTHER NEWS:       In case you missed the WORLDWIDE RELEASE PARTY for Holly’s new book…. Holly has just published a new style guide: Stop Making These Fashion Mistakes!      This style guide makes a great gift for those who need it, and those who don't know they need it. This will be a game changer for anyone who could be struggling with their style. This book was written for you!       It is available on Amazon – and is already a BESTSELLER!! Get your copy today!       And as always, please listen to the podcast wherever you like to listen and recommend us to your friends and family. If you sign up for our newsletter, you get all this free fashion content, delivered straight to your inbox. Every. Single. Week. Don't know how your day can get any better!       Thank you for being our Fashion Besties!       Xoxo –        Holly Katz   Your Favorite Personal Stylist, the Hostess with the Mostest AND the only Holly you need to know!   www.fashioncrimespodcast.com  

New This Week!  Join us for a new episode in our DESIGNER SPOTLIGHT series, featuring Holly’s interview with Malia Eigelbach, the Brand Director of one our favorite new brand finds: Sea & Grass Woven Handbags.    Sea & Grass creates stunning handwoven handbags and other accessories made of seagrass. Designed in California and ethically handwoven in Thailand.    Their mission is to create high-quality, sustainable products that combine East and West design elements while giving back to the community.    In this episode, Holly introduces us to Malia, who manages the brand and curates their philosophy of "Nature. Style. Purpose."    LISTEN HERE NOW or wherever you get your podcasts. This video episode is also available on YouTube.    Malia tells us about the origins of this woman-owned company and its commitment to sustainable fashion design and production - which is thoughtfully handmade by passionate artisan weavers in Thailand, the home of the founder.     They pride themselves on the fact that their bags are handwoven by villagers who are paid a fair wage and have created a fund to help provide community support for these artisans.   The fund provides educational subsidies for the children and families that weave their bags.     BACKGROUND:  This company was started over 7 years ago and is a family- and women-run organization.    Pam, the founder, grew up in both Thailand and the U.S. and loves sharing her culture and love for gorgeous bags. Thailand is known for its kind people and excellent artisans.     In Thailand, the centuries-old craft of basket weaving has been handed down from one generation to the next.    Pam has created a sustainable brand that prevents agricultural pollution by creating products made with “seagrass,” also knows at the tropical “Water Hyacinth” plant.     Thailand, nicknamed the “Land of Smiles,” is home to many skilled artisans crafting locally made and sustainable products. Basket weaving is an ancient art passed down from generation to generation.    Seagrass, an underwater flowering plant, grows wild all along the shores. It provides a safe habitat for fish and prawns and is the primary food source for turtles.  Dead seagrass washes up on the beach, and Thai weavers collect the offerings. Seagrass, while natural, can clog up roads and sewers, becoming a nuisance for people.     But when it's dried and weaved into magical creations (from baskets to bags), it becomes unique to that village community, referred to as “one tambon one product” (OTOP).    The process of creating bags takes several days from start to finish. Once the seagrass has been harvested and dried, every single product is hand-woven.      This is not fast fashion, but instead, high-quality, sustainable, durable, functional, and beautiful art.     The final product is more than just a “bag.” The founder, Pam, believes in offering signature handbags and accessories that “elevates lives and closets.” We LOVE this!     Be sure to click over to Holly’s Pinterest Board for this episode to see the styles discussed in this episode. The full interview is also available on YouTube.     HOT PRODUCTS:  Children’s Bags  Woven Handbags  Accessories  Home Décor  Customization    WHAT’S NEXT:   New products are being expanded to include Home Décor, Weddings and even Wine!    GIVING BACK:  At Sea & Grass, they believe in the power of education and want to help disadvantaged children dream. With this mission in mind, they created the Areeya Scholarship Fund.    A portion of the profits of every bag sold helps pay the costs of tuition, books, transportation, and other necessities for disadvantaged Thai children.    The majority of the fund goes to the children of the same weavers who create Sea & Grass bags. In addition to paying a fair wage, they further their economic power by helping them afford school for their children, nieces, and nephews. They see the process as a beautiful cycle of entrepreneurship and generosity.    You will love learning about this incredible brand, and we are so grateful to Malia for introducing us to this creative, stylish, and unique brand!    AS A REMINDER:  Have you joined Holly’s Book Club yet?    All you need to do is click here and then let us know what you think via email or IG DM!    This new style guide makes a great gift for those who need it, and those who don't know they need it. This will be a game changer for anyone who could be struggling with their style. This book was written for you!       It is available on Amazon – and is already a BESTSELLER!! Get your copy today! #YYYAASSSSS       And as always, please listen to the podcast wherever you like to listen and recommend us to your friends and family. If you sign up for our newsletter, you get all this free fashion content, delivered straight to your inbox. Every. Single. Week. Don't know how your day can get any better!       Thank you for being our Fashion Besties!       Xoxo –        Holly Katz   Your Favorite Personal Stylist, the Hostess with the Mostest AND the only Holly you need to know!   www.fashioncrimespodcast.com  

Holly Katz, a personal stylist dedicated to empowering individuals through fashion, discusses the vital link between personal style and emotional well-being. She shares how self-esteem influences fashion choices, offering practical tips for discovering your unique style. Holly emphasizes the importance of intentional dressing, motivating listeners to actively seek inspiration and embrace their body types. Tune in for insights on how developing a personal style can boost confidence and help navigate life's challenges!

In our last episode (EP 161), your favorite personal stylist HOLLY KATZ shared the latest fashion news STRAIGHT from the front row of the runways at NEW YORK FASHION WEEK. (Please go back and enjoy that episode if you missed it.)   This week, she gives us a VERY QUICK rundown of the fashion trends you need to know.    LISTEN HERE NOW!   Can you wear them all? NO.    Can you try bits and pieces that work for you, to get you out of your comfort zone? YES!   Listen and learn about the key style elements you may want to add to your wardrobe this Fall, to be on-trend and in-style…. In the most age-appropriate way:   Creative, painted and embellished denim. Including denim-on-denim! Metallics. This can actually be a ‘neutral’ color!  Gold. Not just for jewelry and accessories. Sequins. Not just for evening wear anymore! Sheer dressing. Great for any age as long as you wear layering pieces underneath. #FashionOver40 Big, big, oversized pants, also known at palazzo pants. Tie-Dye – still going strong! (Go back and listen to Episode 76) FRINGE!! Holly’s favorite! Leather. Look for it in every way: tops, bottoms, jackets, accessories, bags, etc.  Painted fabrics, artistic fabrics.  Prints of all sorts for guys and girls. Shirting. Shirts as dresses, shirts as shirts, shirts for everything.  The Color Yellow. The Color Red Cargo Everything: pants, skirts, etc.    If you really want to get the full picture of the fashions coming your way, please see Holly’s PINTEREST BOARD OF THE WEEK!   As with every Fashion Week wrap-up, Holly suggests you add ELEMENTS of what’s new to your wardrobe and personal style. Not everything is for you or your age. But a little pop of fringe or color or metallic will elevate your style, and make you look on-trend in a very sophisticated way.    In other news….  Have you joined HOLLY’S BOOK CLUB?  Please run to Amazon right now for your copy of “STOP MAKING THESE FASHION MISTAKES.”   Everyone needs this style guide in their lives....and your friends need this too! Be someone's fashion hero. It’s an easy read that you can have in your life forever, for whenever you need it.  It also makes the best gift ever!   It is still a BEST SELLER on Amazon, and available now for only $7.99 on Amazon.    Buy it here now.  And as always, please listen to the podcast wherever you like to listen and recommend us to your friends and family. If you sign up for our newsletter, you get all this free fashion content, delivered straight to your inbox. Every. Single. Week. Don't know how your day can get any better!     Thank you for being our Fashion Besties!     Xoxo –      Holly Katz  Your Favorite Personal Stylist, the Hostess with the Mostest AND the only Holly you need to know!  www.fashioncrimespodcast.com 

Holly is hot off the runway at New York Fashion Week’s Fall 2023 shows and filled to the brim with fresh fashion knowledge just for you! Your Favorite Personal Stylist attended several fashion shows to get the scoop on what designers are showing so you can get the very first, exclusive info straight from the runways!    Holly’s NYFW adventures were something ‘extra’ this year, thanks to the kindness of Fern Mallis, who is the queen of Fashion Week (she's the one who actually started it back in the 1980s.) This is her 30th anniversary of going to the shows and she was kind enough to let Holly pal around with her for one of the days!  #winning!!    FIRST STOP:  The Supima Cotton Design Competition. Globally recognized and acclaimed American fashion designer, Jeremy Scott, hosted the 16th annual Supima Design Competition, where eight finalists from the nation’s leading design schools showcased exceptional individual creativity and design talent with eveningwear capsule collections created entirely with SUPIMA cotton fabrics and competed for a $10,000 prize.      SUPIMA, the non-profit luxury brand that promotes the use of American grown Pima cotton around the world, named Carla Pierini of Drexel University as the winner of the 2023 SUPIMA Design Competition.    HOT TIP:   Please be sure to check out Holly’s Pinterest Board for this episode!    NEXT:  Thursday night, Holly went to the “Fashion Icons” series at the 92nd Street Y where Fern Mallis conducts her annual interviews with influential designers, models and people in the fashion industry. She was in a conversation with the imaginative Gabriela Hearst, where she detailed her route to a career in fashion and how sustainability practices are a way of life for her.    FUN FACT:   For those of you who watched the inauguration of President Biden, she designed the look for Dr. Jill Biden, that was made from all deadstock fabric (materials existing from available fabrics to minimize the impact on the environment) and was embroidered with all the flowers from all 50 states.    STOP NUMBER 3:  Designer Jonathan Cohen’s Fashion Presentation: A presentation is a more intimate version of a fashion show. It’s like a small party. You can meet the designer, touch the fabrics, talk to the design team and more. Born of parents from Mexico and San Diego, Jonathan is known for his artistic Mexican prints, patterns and colors. The laid-back ease of the San Diego surf culture and the modern city approach have manifested into what the brand has become. #GORGEOUS!    Also, Holly MAY OR MAY NOT have new boots arriving soon from his new shoe collection.    (have you looked at the pinterest board yet? now would be the time!)    HOLLY HITCHES A RIDE TO PROENZA SCHOULER! #winnniinnnggg As you should know, Proenza Schouler is one of Holly’s go-to and favorite brands. The lines are sleek and modern, and very unique. The clothes are very simple this season with lots of flowy fabrics and neutral colors. You don’t see anything else like it. And it’s absolutely wearable.     They also have a slightly lower price line called Proenza White Label. If you're interested in trying it, this is a great option to see if you like the fit and the aesthetic of the brand without spending a ton.    THE SALLY LAPOINTE SHOW:  Holly has mentioned this brand before, but she has not seen Sally LaPointe show since she first started going to fashion week, about six years ago.    HOWEVER! This show, according to Your Favorite Personal Stylist, was the best one of the week. It literally took place on a sidewalk, taking over Crosby Street in NYC. This season’s line has notes of streetwear, with lots of colored feathers, lime green, chain mail and metallics. The feather-lined and sequined ensembles are a staple in many party-loving downtown New Yorkers’ closets.    And then there were the thigh-high silver boots, and that was THE END for Holly. #TrueLove    (Sally doesn't know it yet, but the Holly Train is about to roll up in there to start her Sally LaPointe journey. JUSSAYIN’)    LaPointe’s clothing might appear slightly eccentric to the average person—she had crowds of pedestrians gathered around the outdoor show, causing a traffic jam.     THEN, THE PatBO SHOW:  The PatBO brand is another NYFW favorite. The designer, Patricia, is Brazilian. Her clothes are crocheted and beaded and very tropical. She makes beaded pants and flowy evening gowns that are like cruise and resort worthy. She also creates gorgeous swimsuit cover ups with unbelievable cuts, and the richest colors.    DELL SCOTT COLLECTION  Dell Scott is a magnificent designer from Philadelphia. This was a first-time show for Holly, and it was worth it. This designer has beautiful evening wear collection of dresses, both short and long, with beading and ruffles. She had few dresses that Holly absolutely loved.     One was a hot pink, very low cut with a vertical dress, with up and down ruffles. She styled it with a really wide black belt because the ruffles were vertical. It literally looked like a hot pink cotton ball.  The other was a very, very bold purple bright purple two piece top and skirt with a banded waist and the top was one shoulder crop top with a flower on the shoulder. #TODIEFOR    There was more, but you need to listen the full episode to get the true flavor of the week – as ONLY Holly can give. LISTEN HERE NOW!    Be sure to head over to Holly’s Pinterest Board created just for you for all the brands and designers mentioned in this episode!       IN OTHER NEWS!     In case you missed the WORLDWIDE RELEASE PARTY for Holly’s new book…. Holly has just published a new style guide: Stop Making These Fashion Mistakes!    This style guide makes a great gift for those who need it, and those who don't know they need it. This will be a game changer for anyone who could be struggling with their style. This book was written for you!     It is available on Amazon – and is already a BESTSELLER!! Get your copy today! #YYYAASSSSS     And as always, please listen to the podcast wherever you like to listen and recommend us to your friends and family. If you sign up for our newsletter, you get all this free fashion content, delivered straight to your inbox. Every. Single. Week. Don't know how your day can get any better!     Thank you for being our Fashion Besties!     Xoxo –      Holly Katz  Your Favorite Personal Stylist, the Hostess with the Mostest AND the only Holly you need to know!  www.fashioncrimespodcast.com 

HOLD UP Fashion besties: There's another Holly on this train. And we LOVE Ittttt!!!   Meet this week’s special guest Holly Pan: a fashion influencer, fashionable mom, AND petite style expert from Washington, DC.   If you listened to our last episode (EP 159), Holly outlined all the things you need to know about Petite Styling (along with an amazing list of brands and stores for shopping).  There were a lot of fundamental style tips and strategies to help anyone struggling to find clothes that fit and look fabulous. This week, Holly gets even more insights from a real, live petite style expert! Her name is Holly too, so stick with us!   According to our guest Holly Pan, “good Asians” don’t pursue fashion—they become accountants or lawyers. So, after she moved to the US from China to get her MBA, she took a financial-analyst position with AOL. When she left the corporate world to raise her family, her thoughts returned to her first love: designer clothing.    Holly Pan started hanging out on a Chinese online fashion forum where the community encouraged her to share the “outfits of the day” she was posting to the world at large.  #OOTD   She soon became one of DC’s most beloved fashionistas and fashion bloggers. Her unique sense of style has garnered over 146K followers on Instagram, where she blends her global influence with everything from high fashion to street style.    In this episode, she shares her unique sense of fashion as her life has evolved, and what her inspiration is for her very successful blog and fashion content as an influencer.    Thank you to Holly Pan for joining us this week! For everyone else, be sure to check out Holly’s Pinterest Board to see her Top Petite Fashion Picks. Are you a member of Holly’s Book Club yet? #DOIT Holly’s new book, “Stop Making These Fashion Mistakes,” is now a best-seller on Amazon!  This fun and insightful style guide is a short lesson on how avoiding some of the biggest fashion mistakes.   It makes a great gift for yourself, or for someone who many need a little fashion help. AND, it’s only $7.99.    Order yours today here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CCZZZBKK ABOUT THE PODCAST: Share this podcast with someone you love who may need fashion help or anyone who is looking to elevate and improve their style.    Write us a review on Apple podcasts (or wherever you listen!) because that makes us so happy and helps to make us super-popular.     (You can find us on Apple Podcasts at  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fashion-crimes-podcast/id1523111704 )   Also, please follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Pinterest too!    Join us for new episode drops EVERY. FRIDAY. You'll look better for it. We hope you have a fabulous fashionable week ahead!    Xoxo,   Holly Katz  - Your Favorite Personal Stylist, the Hostess with the Mostest, and the ONLY Holly you need to know.     www.fashioncrimespodcast.com  

Holly Katz, a personal stylist known for helping individuals find their unique style, shares her insights on dressing for a petite body type. She discusses the challenges petites face when shopping and how crucial it is to avoid fashion pitfalls. Holly emphasizes the importance of having a cohesive wardrobe by following essential principles and a tailored wardrobe checklist. Listeners learn how to enhance their confidence and embrace their individuality through effective styling tips designed specifically for petite figures.

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FASHION NEWSFLASH! Holly Katz has just written a book! It's out, it's out!!! This style guide has now been published and has already jumped to #1 on Amazon’s Bestseller List in Style & Clothing! #DUH   That’s right, Your Favorite Personal Stylist and Hostess with the Mostest of our wildly popular Fashion Crimes Podcast has unveiled her latest creation: Stop Making These Fashion Mistakes. Available on Amazon. Like, right now and forever.   Holly Katz is her own VIP Guest this week and tells us all about her transformative style guide, which promises to liberate your wardrobe and empower your style choices.    The book topped the Amazon Best Seller List in its first week and is available in paperback now on Amazon for $7.99.   In this dynamic and enlightening book, Holly delves into the fashion world and unveils the subtle but significant errors that unwittingly creep into our daily attire. By deciphering these style principles, readers will master the art of curating a closet that exudes confidence, perfectly fits their body type, and aligns with their lifestyle. #YYYAAAASSS Unlocking Your Confidence! Why did Holly write this style guide? Because after many years as a personal stylist guiding her clients, and 3 years as a fashion podcast host informing her listeners, she is now ready to share her trade secrets with the rest of the world!   This is a quick style guide that can instantly break the cycle of feeling like you look 'okay' and 'good enough' to looking proportionate, empowered, and self-confident. I mean, who doesn't want some of that?   By taking the first step with this style guide, readers embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. Stop Making These Fashion Mistakes is a passport to unlocking a new level of confidence and style evolution. Okay, so what’s it about?  This book describes in detail the top fashion and style mistakes that people make without even knowing it. While learning these short style principles, you will soon understand why keeping your closet out of chaos, wearing the correct fitting undergarments, and dressing according to your lifestyle, age, and body type will evolve your personal style.    Getting dressed is something that should add joy and confidence to your everyday life. Through fashion and style, you have complete control over the message you are sending to the world.   Broken up into 4 short chapters, not only does Holly outline the major fashion mistakes to avoid but offers realistic solutions to solving common fashion problems. #youcandothis   Full of fun and easy-to-read commentary – and tons of hilarious photos of Holly in precarious fashion dilemmas - you will love learning her style tips and secrets to avoiding:   Dressing Too Young or Too Old for Your Age  Wearing Incorrect, Non-Existent, or Ill-Fitting Undergarments Not Dressing for Your Body Type Closet Chaos  Any of these sound familiar? In each chapter, you will learn the fashion crimes to watch out for, and how to easily solve them. Holly offers tons of examples and visuals to aid in your journey to fashion confidence!   “If you keep up, you can show up!” If you keep up with your wardrobe, then you can show up for anything. It doesn't matter what anybody throws at you. Somebody invites you to an underwater basket-weaving party? Great, - you got something to wear for that because you have a cohesive wardrobe that has evolved with your style.    Holly believes that if you ask yourself some key life questions, you can be ready for anything.   What is your WHO, WHAT, WHERE AND WHY at this point in your life? Where are you in your life today? What do you need? What life phase are you in? What do you want? And what do you like? As these are not easy questions to answer, Holly will tell you this:    If you can't answer some of the above, then you need of a fashion refresh!   Don’t let your body type, age, budget, or lack of fashion confidence keep you from feeling fashionable and fabulous.   Join our Fashion Besties! Do you have someone in your life that you love who needs a little fashion confidence? BUY THEM THIS BOOK!   Babysitters, Mother-In-Laws, Best Friends, Work Buddies, Your Grandma, A Neighbor, Your Book Club, Your Pickleball Partner…. trust us. Someone you know right now is dying for a little fashion confidence and has no idea how to get started.    No one will be offended if they receive this book as a gift. They will thank you!   OK, we’ve told you as much as we can about the book without spoiling the ending. Please go to Amazon RIGHT NOW and get your copy today!   And then – most importantly – leave us a review on Amazon. We would be most greatful.   If you are feeling particularly frisky, take a video of you with the book and post it on Instagram (tagging Fashion Crimes Podcast and Holly Katz Styling) and you'll get a shout out on the next episode!   Coming Up! We will be holding various book contests over the next few months, so stay tuned to Instagram for that.   And as always, please listen to the podcast wherever you like to listen and recommend us to your friends and family. If you sign up for our newsletter, you get all of this free fashion content, delivered straight to your inbox every single week!   Thank you for being our Fashion Besties!   Xoxo –    Holly Katz