sun in my eyes

Cami - Limited

Lace Top - Forever 21

Jacket - Asos

Pants - Express

Handbag and Watch - Michael Kors

Earrings - AE

Necklace - NY&CO

Bracelets - Thanks to Homespun Treasures (local store)

Sunglasses - BCBG Max Azria

Shoes - Bandolino via DSW

It was a girl's night out

It was the annual Girl's Night Out in Millersburg a few weeks ago. It was all things girly, everywhere. Marilyn was on staff at Rig & Co. giving complimentary mini manicures. Not only is she a great nail tech at Dexterity, I also get to have her as my sister!

Tank Top - Gap

Scarf, Jacket and Jeans - Express

Watch - Michael Kors

Bracelets and Ring - Homespun Treasures (local store)

Boots - Aldo

Necklace - Janelle Schmucker Designs (coming to Rig & Co. soon)

Dress and Jeans - Express

Belt - Thrifted

Bracelets and Scarf - NY&CO

Boots - BCBG from Dillards

Earrings - Charlotte Russe

A sweater with buttons for my neck

Who doesn't want a sweater for their neck?! This scarf is amazingly warm, fun and can be worn a thousand different ways. Well, maybe not a thousand, but you get the picture. If you are in my area or anywhere close get yourself to Homespun Treasures in Walnut Creek and pick up one of these "sweaters' for your neck. You  will thank me later when everyone else's neck around you is freezing and you are oblivious to the cold. Yes, it's that cozy. Have yourself a sunny Monday!

Tee, Chain Bracelet and Jeans - Express

Bracelets and Scarf - Thanks to Homespun Treasures (local store)

Jacket - J Crew

Earrings - AE 

Watch - Michael Kors

Ring - Gift 

Boots - Steve Madden from DSW

Sunglasses - BCBG Max Azria

February Client Closet of the Month - day 7

Client Closet of the Month is where an established client receives a complimentary 2 hour Closet Shopping Service in exchange for her/him posing in outfits I put together of what they already have in their closet.

Carma, it has been a pleasure working with you over the last 6 or so years, and will continue to be. I have watched you have become confident in choosing things that fit your body and style well. You are beautiful, have great style and an amazing personality! Thank you for sharing yourself and your wardrobe with everyone this week!

Here is an outfit that is totally out of Carma's comfort zone as she had never done leggings with a shorter dress. Yet oddly enough all of this was in her closet. She bought these items because she liked them but then just had them hang out in her closet. No more! Does she look amazing or what!

Dress - Express, Cardigan - Cato's, Boots - from Piperlime

Tank Top, Jacket and Jeans - Express, Scarf - Limited

Stripes, polka dots and embellishments make for a fun and creative outfit. 

Carma said...

Rhoda helped me realize everyone has a different style. She helped me to determine my ideal styles which then gave me the confidence to wear the styles I feel comfortable in, fit my personality, and work for my body type. Because she has put outfits together from my closet she has taught me how to think outside of my box. I have been so much more creative with my outfits because of  her. She brought lonely and forgotten pieces of clothing in my closet back to life…she is a true blessing! Rhoda, your beauty radiates inside and out! Thank you so much! ~Carma

February Client Closet of the Month - day 6

Client Closet of the Month is where an established client receives a complimentary 2 hour Closet Shopping Service in exchange for her/him posing in outfits I put together of what they already have in their closet.

Carma loved this dress but questioned whether it works for her. It's super flattering on her figure and looks great with a fitted jacket. It's a longer length than what she normally wears but with her fabulous legs (and the fact that she's always in heels) it looks awesome. I always say "if a trend doesn't work for you, wait for the next trend." This is a length trend Carma can do well.

Dress - Old Navy, Jacket - Express, Shoes - BCBG

Sweater and Jeans - Express, Jacket - Loft

We paired a leopard print sweater Carma has had in her closet for quite awhile and freshened it  up with a newer striped jacket and bright scarf. Layering new and "old" items from your closet gives fresh life to your wardrobe, therefore giving you have a lot more new outfits. Think outside your box.

February Client Closet of the Month - day 5

Client Closet of the Month is where an established client receives a complimentary 2 hour Closet Shopping Service in exchange for her/him posing in outfits I put together of what they already have in their closet.

Top and Skirt - Express, Jacket - Loft, Shoes - Target

There is nothing more springy than a white skirt. Both of these looks have a nautical feel to them without looking like you should be heading out on your sailboat. Carma rarely does flats but loved these bright boat shoes which give her white pencil skirt a very casual feel and is perfect for running errands and everything life throws her way in one day.

Skirt and Jacket - Express, Tank Top - JC Penney, Handbag - Guess

Carma's white pencil skirt is perfect with yellow, stripes and dashes of red and makes me want to pull my white skirt and striped jacket out of my closet. Carma, you look beautiful!

February Client Closet of the Month - day 4

Client Closet of the Month is where an established client receives a complimentary 2 hour Closet Shopping Service in exchange for her/him posing in outfits I put together of what they already have in their closet.

Shirt, Jacket and Skirt - Express, Shoes - BCBG

Doing a maxi skirt can seem like a challenge for most people. Carma, however looks great in it as it really balances out her body and flatters her figure. When doing a maxi skirt keep your tops fitted and structured  to help you achieve a long lean line to your body.

Tee, Button Up and Jeans - Express, Jacket and Necklace - Loft, Handbag - Guess

This outfit is a version of what Carma had considered her "uniform". I mixed it up for her by pairing several  stripes, a graphic tee, and more accessories than she normally wears. Flare jeans are super flattering on her frame. She doesn't do skinny jeans as we have to watch that her legs don't look too thin. What a problem to have, right! Carma, you look fabulous!

February Client Closet of the Month - day 3

Client Closet of the Month is where an established client receives a complimentary 2 hour Closet Shopping Service in exchange for her/him posing in outfits I put together of what they already have in their closet.

Carma's outfit is bright, fresh and makes me want to start pulling all my spring clothes. Plaid is not something Carma would usually be drawn toward, but told me she was inspired by Amy, my December Client Closet of the Month. And that my friends, is why I do what I do!

Plaid Shirt - Aeropostle, Cardigan - Limited, Jacket - Loft, Jeans - Express

Plaid Shirt - Aeropostle, Sweater, Scarf and Jeans - Express

A super easy and comfy way to wear her plaid is with a slouchy sweater, jeans and a bright scarf. Carma attends lots of  basketball games and wanted outfits that would be appropriate and comfortable and not just a sweatshirt and jeans. This is it. 

I hope your Tuesday is fabulous!

February Client Closet of the Month - day 2

Client Closet of the Month is where an established client receives a complimentary 2 hour Closet Shopping Service in exchange for her/him posing in outfits I put together of what they already have in their closet.

Button Up and Trousers - Express, Sweater - Gap, Necklace - Loft, Shoes - BCBG

This is a classic look but bright green stripes and a heavier necklace makes it feel very modern. Trouser jeans are a go-to pant. If you're questioning dress code for a certain event, this is your pant. If everyone is in jeans, so are you. If everyone is in trousers, so are you. You win!

This necklace is actually meant to be worn shorter. We simply added an extender (which can be purchased anywhere they have jewelry supplies, Walmart, Target, etc...) to make it the length we wanted it. 

Long Sleeve Tee and Jacket - Express, Skirt - Old Navy, Scarf - don't know, Shoes - BCBG, Necklace - Loft

Carma is wearing a simple knit skirt, which I have said a thousand times, is probably the easiest and most comfortable thing to wear. Horizontal stripes in a skirt are wonderful for balancing her figure. If you carry your weight in your lower half, keep the horizontal stripes on top. It's all about fit and visual details.

Happy Monday! I hope your week is as fabulous as Carma looks! Does that make sense?!?! Oh well, it does in my head and that is all that matters. :)

February Client Closet of the Month

Client Closet of the Month is where an established client receives a complimentary 2 hour Closet Shopping Service in exchange for her/him posing in outfits I put together of what they already have in their closet.

Say hello to Carma who has been a client for a long time. When asked about her goals for her wardrobe last week she relayed that she feels like she's been stuck in a rut and wearing a "uniform" for quite awhile. So for the next 2 1/2 hours I gave her 45 "new" outfits using her current wardrobe. In a rut no more! This week you will get to see 14 of these outfits.

Carma is a very busy wife and mother of 2 boys, who also owns her own business (Sommers Homestyle Noodles), where she works in the office, assists in production, and develops new pastas. Therefore she needs a wardrobe that can go from work to home to sports games and everything in between.

Skirt - Express, Tank Top - JC Penney, Jacket - Cato's, Scarf - Loft

Carma asked me to give her some fun spring outfits, and we had a perfect sunny day for it. She recently purchased this bright green skirt but didn't know what to wear with it. Here we did 2 outfits that will be great for work and the rest of her lifestyle. She feels more comfortable in heels so you will see most of her outfits with heels as this is what she wears on a regular basis.

Tee, Jacket and Skirt - Express, Scarf - Limited, Shoes - BCBG

Client Closet of the Month is about featuring a client's wardrobe and what they truly wear in real life. My job is about making you the best you that you can be (wow, that's a lot you you's). Therefore when a client is featured I don't just style them for my blog, these are outfits they love and wear.

playing photographer

Long Sleeve Tee - Old Navy, Dress - Berlin Village Gift Barn (local store), Fur Vest - Express, Leggings - Hue, Scarf - NY&CO, Earrings - Jewels by Tonya (local talent), Watch - Michael Kors, Bracelets - Thanks to Homespun Treasures (local store), Boots - Steve Madden from DSW, Sunglasses - BCBG Max Azria

My outfit on Friday while playing photographer for "Client Closet of the Month" which starts tomorrow and goes all next week. You won't be disappointed!

Happy weekend!!!

plain old sweatshirt

Denim Shirt - Madewell, Sweatshirt - Forever 21, Skirt and Earrings - Express, Watch - Michael Kors, Necklace - Francesca's, Bracelets - Homepsun Treasures (local store) and Janelle Schmucker Designs (coming to Rig & Co. soon), Jacket - VS, Boots - Aldo

I love dressing up my plain old sweatshirts. I think it makes them feel good as well, you know, they get to see something other than yoga pants on a Sunday afternoon.

It's dot kind of day

Tee - Zara, Vest - Boutique find, Jeans and Earrings - Express, Necklace - HRH Collections, Watch - Michael Kors, Bracelets - Homespun Treasures (local store), Ring - don't know, Shoes - Bandolino from DSW

Happy Valentine's Day

Long Sleeve Tee - Old Navy, Skirt - Target, Vest - Yes Style, Scarf - Forever 21, Earrings - Express, Watch - Michael Kors, Bracelets - Thanks to Homespun Treasures (local store), Necklace (worn as a single strand) - HRH Collections, Shoes - J Lo Collection from Kohl's, Handbag - Gianni Bini from Dillards, Lips - Lip Liner in Red Velvet and Lipshine in Socialite.

I hope you get showered with chocolate, roses and lots of love!

Ice Blue

Long Sleeve Tee and Leggings - Express, Skirt - Gabriel Brothers, Sweatshirt - Gap, Scarf - Forever 21, Earrings - Limited, Ring and Sunglasses - BCBG Max Azria, Boots - DSW

My day will consist mostly of sitting at the dentist and running errands. Joy to the world! I wanted an outfit that is warm and super comfortable (I feel like I've been saying that a lot lately). Anyway, I hope your Monday rocks!