The Everyday Style School

At the beginning of 2023, I created a bucket list full of style-related tasks that I wanted to accomplish during the year. Some were easy, some were not so easy, and some of them I even managed to tick off without meaning to! However, all of them were designed to move my style forward. So, in this episode, I'm holding myself accountable, looking back to see how I did...and sharing the lessons I learned along the way. The second part of my 2023 bucket list recap is coming soon as an Extra Credit episode. This exclusive podcast is one of the incredible benefits available for Style Circle members - so if you aren't already a member, join us today. The amazing community within the Style Circle is another way to hold yourself accountable. So if you want to take your style to another level in 2024, find out more here.  Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/style-bucket-list-recap 

The temperatures might be dropping, but your style will be heating up after listening to this episode. It’s Winter Trend Time! In this episode,  I’m sharing 10 trends for the season that you can use to look current, and boost your spirits while the days are cold and short. Listen and learn what's trending for the season, and tips for making the trends work for you. 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/winter-trends-2023

If you're anything like me, you're probably starting to get into the holiday spirit and feeling excited about seeing friends and family, and hosting parties. But let's be real, entertaining can be stressful. The pressure to make everything perfect and live up to social media standards can really take the fun out of it. Luckily, my guest today has some great ideas (and the perfect skill set) to help us all make one part of the holidays a little more enjoyable. One of the key takeaways is to remember our "why" - why are we hosting this party? By focusing on the reason we're doing this, we can let go of the pressure to make everything perfect. Friends, let's all make the holidays, especially entertaining, a little easier this year.  Another thing that can add to the holiday pressure is figuring out what to wear. To help you have a fabulous festive season, I've put together a FREE Workshop happening Tuesday, Nov 21 at 1:00 Eastern. In this one-hour Zoom chat, I'll be sharing: What to wear to any event, even when the dress code isn't clear Holiday outfit ideas that don't include a tired red sweater The #1 tip for looking better in your holiday photos Plus, I'll be answering your holiday-style questions. Click here to register. I hope to see you there! In this episode: Melissa's top tips for simple holiday entertaining The top party stressors for hosts--and how to solve them. How to make cleaning up after a party easier Melissa's one simple trick that can wow any crowd About Melissa Gugni: Melissa Gugni is a San Francisco Bay Area professional organizer who helps clients feel a sense of calm and order at home. She's also the co-owner of Union Larder, an award-winning wine bar, and Little Vine, a wine and cheese shop. With that, today she is combining her knowledge of catering with her organizational skills to show us how to reduce stress and enjoy the process of hosting a party. Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/melissa-gugni  

Today, I'm sharing five reasons you're in a style rut! It's part 2 of our style rut series, and it might be just what you need to shake things up, and get out of the style doldrums! If you're bored by your wardrobe, and buying more clothes doesn't seem to help, this episode is for you. If you feel like actually loving your wardrobe is a concept just for other people, this episode is for you. If you're always struggling to get dressed, and you don't know why, this episode is for you In last week's episode, I talked about a very specific type of Style Rut, which happens when you're trying to develop a Signature Style, but end up more bored and uninspired than you were before. This week, we're covering general style ruts - the kind that sneak up on you for seemingly no reason. I've got 5 reasons (or habits) that might have got you there in the first place. In this episode: The "I have nothing to wear" solution that is actually causing you to have nothing to wear Why dressing your "best" can lead to feeling bored and constrained How to change your shopping perspective so you can bust out of a rut that's a little too comfortable The Signature Style Challenge is a great way to bust out of your Style Rut, and it starts November 14 in the Style Circle Community! Not only will you get the Challenge for free, you'll also have access to ALL of our masterclasses, including Signature Style, Dress Your Body Shape like a Pro, The Ultimate Closet Makeover, and of course, our famous Capsule Wardrobe Guides. If you're not a member yet, join us today.  Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/five-reasons-style-rut

If you've ever tried to have better, more authentic, personal..dare we say Signature style and ended up feeling like you just wear the same thing all the time, this episode is for you! Over the next two episodes, I'll be talking about Style Ruts--what they are, why they happen, and how to get out of them. Every woman falls into a Style Rut now and then, including me. If you're not sure what a Style Rut is, basically, it's a major case of the wardrobe blahs. Nothing lights you up, everything feels the same, and getting dressed is a chore--especially for things outside your daily routines. There are lots of reasons we fall into style ruts, but today, we're talking about a very specific type of style rut--that is, when you're consciously working on developing your style, but things are getting worse, instead of better. The good news is, there's a reason your Signature Style is turning into a Style Rut--and today, we're uncovering what that is! In this episode: Three things Signature Style and Style Ruts have in common. Three ways Signature Style and Style Ruts are completely different. Where most people take a wrong turn in their quest for Signature Style (that leads to a style rut) Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/signature-style-or-style-rut

Does where you live influence your style? And if it does, which has the better style - the East Coast or the West Coast?  Obviously, we're not going to pretend to be able to settle this topic once and for all in a single podcast episode! However, we do explore whether regional style can truly exist in a world where retail chains offer the same items across the country, and around the world. To dig deeper into this topic, we've invited two experts, both Certified Stylists in the Everyday Style Network. Representing the West Coast is Morgen Peters, a wife and mother of four who's passionate about helping women create casual wardrobes that suit their current life phase. On the East Coast, we have Katie Valentine, who believes great style is about showing up rather than showing off. She equips her clients with the tools to embrace their signature style and build wardrobes that complement their lifestyle. We talked about things that would look out of place on each coast, as well as their closet staples, and of course, how to make the same merchandise we all have access to look individual and appropriate for any regional style. In other super exciting news, The Style Network Training program is coming back! The next round starts October 30, and we've updated the program so that you can take part wherever you are in the world! Plus, we've added four incredible bonuses to help you through the biggest roadblocks new business owners face. If you've ever thought a wardrobe styling business could be right for you, you owe it to yourself to take the next step to your dream career! Visit our new Style Network website for more details! In this episode: Katie and Morgen's different routes to becoming successful professional stylists Does where you live affect how you dress? Hear Katie and Morgen's definitions of East and West Coast style. The trends that Katie and Morgen are seeing in their respective areas Their Responses to a Style Advice Speed Round Katie and Morgen's experiences of being part of the Style Network and why they love helping women find their own style Don't forget, that our Fall Capsule Wardrobe is available now! It's the blueprint for an effortlessly stylish wardrobe. The Guide is available in the Style Circle membership, where you also get access to all 5 of our Style Masterclasses, our Facebook Community, and lots of other style resources. Plus, you get our exclusive members-only podcast, The Everyday Style School: Extra Credit. Join the membership and get ev

Have you ever had one of those mornings when everything seems to go wrong? You oversleep, spill coffee on your outfit, and hit every single red light on your way to work? And then, it feels like no matter what you do, you can’t shake the black cloud that follows you all day long. Yep, we’ve all been there. The way your morning goes tends to set the tone for your entire day, and let’s face it, getting dressed is an important part of your morning. As a wardrobe stylist who has been dressing everyday women for over 20 years, I am well aware of the transformational power of what you wear. But did you know that your wardrobe also has the power to change your mornings and your days by influencing your confidence and mindset?  Your clothes have an incredible impact on how you feel about yourself and how you show up in the world. In this episode, I talk about four wardrobe-related things we can do to make sure that our mornings set us up for success, no matter what life throws at us. So if you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed in the morning, this episode will change the way you approach getting dressed. In this episode: The importance of mornings and the role your wardrobe can play The problem of falling into ‘default dress mode’ The four better-morning wardrobe strategies you can start doing right now Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/better-morning

In this episode, I'm sharing a few trends from the Fall 2023 runways that you can incorporate into your everyday wardrobe without looking like you raided your daughter's closet! While a lot of runway looks don't translate to real-way life (looking at you, no-pants trend!), there are tons of fall trends you can wear to work, to dinner with friends, or even to the grocery store! Listen and learn what's trending for the season, and tips for making the trends work for you. Need more help getting your wardrobe looking current? Many of these styles are featured in our Fall 2023 Capsule Wardrobe Guide, coming Sept 13. The Guide shows you how to combine 39 pieces (mostly basics, with a few trends peppered in) to create over 250 fab fall outfits. The Guide is available in the Style Circle membership, where you also get access to all 5 of our Style Masterclasses, our Facebook Community, and lots of other style resources. Plus, you get our exclusive members-only podcast, The Everyday Style School: Extra Credit. This month, I'm sharing 5 more Fall trends, as well as 5 former Fall trends that it's time to retire. 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-2023

This week we wrap up our summer series with a conversation I’ve been wanting to have for ages. It’s honestly taken me a long time to get up the courage to ruffle some feathers in service of the greater good. In today's episode, I'm talking with Emily Paulson about direct sales - also known as network marketing, social selling, and multi-level marketing (MLM).   Although it goes by a few different names, the principles are the same, and we're going to dig into how the business model really works. After being a completely unsuccessful consultant with 2 MLM companies, my goal with this episode just might be to have a little vindication….    This type of business model has left a negative impression on women in terms of what owning, and growing a business is all about. I sincerely believe that owning your own business is the best way to have it all, and it pains me to think women who want to start something of their own hold themselves back because of what they've experienced being exposed to this culture. If you’re in a Direct Sales business, I really want you to hear me when I say that this isn’t about you, the consultant, it’s about the company and the business model as a whole.     As we get ready to launch the Style Network again, I knew it was time to get over my fear of offending people and talk about this–in hopes that women who do want to start something of their own won’t hold themselves back because they believe they have to follow a business model that just feels icky. Having a wildly successful business is possible.   

In this episode, I had the privilege of going behind the scenes with one of my favorite real-life, everyday-style influencers for women over 40, Jo-Lynne Shane. I'm fascinated by the world of style influencers, especially those like Jo-Lynn, who give us attainable, real-life style guidance. In this conversation we chat about the hard work that goes into being a creator, she shares her professional journey, favorite brands, and personal must-have pieces. If you've been missing clothing conversations on the podcast during our Summer interview series, then this episode is for you... Jo-Lynne is a wife and mom of three who has been blogging since 2006. What started as a mommy blog has evolved into an everyday style destination for women over 40. She shares the latest fashion trends, wearable outfits, and practical style tips five days a week on JoLynneShane.com. In this episode you’ll learn: The difference between stylists and style influencers - and why you should get style inspiration from both Jo-Lynne's daily life and how frequently she creates content Trends that Jo-Lynne is predicting for Fall Common fashion challenges and mistakes - and how to address them Where Jo-Lynne finds inspiration online Spending time talking with Jo-Lynn was so much fun! I want to thank her again for sharing with us. I hope our conversation inspires you to up-level your everyday style. For year-round style encouragement and support, become a member of the Style Circle. Visit ​The Style Circle for details on all the ways that this membership can assist you in your own style journey. Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/jo-lynne-shane