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Farm Rio Maxi Dress for Summer

Soaking up the Summer sun is much easier and more fun in a flowing & bright maxi dress. One brand that truly stands out in that space is Farm Rio - with a great selection of the most colorful, patterned pieces that delight the eye...

Veronica Beard Summer Shorts Suit

I'm not usually a "matchy-matchy" lover, but this Season, the two-piece matching shorts suits have stolen my heart. I chose to style this Veronica Beard Emsley Cotton-Linen Jacket in a gorgeous Agate Green Color, with a matching Kimm Shorts, opting for a suit with no under...

Sezane Maxi Dress Miu Miu Shoes Polene Bag Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Sezane Maxi Printed Dress for Spring

f the most versatile wardrobe pieces for Spring/Summer to add to your closet is a belted shirt midi or maxi dress - it's super easy to style, and can transition between cooler weather as it can be layered with a leather or denim jacket -...

Vince Dress Manolo Blahnik Shoes Chanel Bag Anthropologie Belt Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Purple & Green For Spring with Vince & Chanel

Last week I had a super fun part-branding part-Spring fashion photo shoot at Dream Loft Studios - and have some amazing colorful pictures to share. I booked it via Peerspace - an awesome website that allows you to rent places for photoshoots, events, etc. The...

Zimmermann Allia Blouse ALC Ricky Pants Margaux x GMG Mules Polene Bag Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Office to Dinner Outfit for Spring

Since I don't work in a traditional office, I definitely don't have a lot of "office-wear" outfits in my closet - but I do love a structured pant with a feminine top look, which I think is a great formula that transitions well from work...

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Leather Shorts Outfit for Spring

One unexpected and fresh ensemble idea I love for Spring is leather shorts with a patterned pretty top. For today's outfit, I styled the Ulla Johnson Willa Blouse (sadly sold out, but similar ones tagged in the pic below) with a pair of belted black leather...

L'Agence Jacket JCrew Skirt Rag & Bone Tee Chloe Flats Polene Bag Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Monochromatic Pink Look for Spring

Happy Official Spring! It's truly my favorite Season - and also my Birthday Season. One of my styling recommendations for Spring is to embrace the lighter shades of your favorite colors, and experiment with monochromatic looks - they always appear elegant and polished - and...

Sea Sweater Frame Leather Pants See by Chloe Boots Polene Bag Helene Berman Coat Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Cozy and Chic Valentine’s Day Outfit

Happy Valentine's Day! Hope however you're celebrating, you're taking a moment for self-care. For me, sometimes all it means is a solo coffee date at one of my favorite neighborhood cafes - taking a moment to people-watch, enjoy a pastry and fill my head with...

Phillip Lim Skirt and Top Italeau Booties Polene Bag Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Wishing for Spring Greens Outfit

It has been a really long January here in NYC (as I feel like it always is) - and to say that I'm ready for Spring is a serious understatement! I'm planning to shoot and share some Winter content over the next few weeks, but...

VB Vest L'Agence Skirt Sezane Coat Polene Bag Italeau Booties Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Sezane Johnson Coat Outfit for Winter

My clients are always looking for warm coat recommendations come Fall/Winter, and I definitely have a list of favorites for each category. When it comes to wool coats - I really like clean, elegant and classic/timeless designs, and I think Sezane is one of the...

Xirena Dress Bubish Coat Jeffrey Campbell Boots Evocateur Jewelry Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Rose and Gold for Winter Elegant Look

One of my favorite color combinations all year round is rose (pink), white and gold. I love how refined, elevated, feminine and elegant those colors feel together. They can be worn all year round - and don't necessarily only belong in the warmer seasons. They...

Free People Skirt Tularosa Sweater Mansur Gavriel Bag Coclico Shearling Slides Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Purple & Green for the Holiday Season

One of my favorite color combinations across Seasons is purple and green - and in the Fall/Winter Season, I love mixing toned-down versions of these colors to create soft looks that are both chic and festive, and relaxed. For today's look, I chose lavender and dark...

Sentaler Coat Avec Thy Blouse ALC Pants Coclico Shoes Mark Cross Bag Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Late Fall Elegance Inspired by Nature

As the Seasons change, I find myself leaning more into the colors that nature surrounds us with - and in late Fall, I really gravitate towards deeper earth-tones bordering on jewel tones (but in the warmer palette as I'm a Spring)....

Line and Dot Dress Coclico Booties Chloe Bag Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Sweater Dress Cozy Look with Chloe Bag

One of my favorite outfits to wear in the Fall is a sweater dress and booties (jacket/coat and stockings optional when weather gets colder). For this look, I styled a super comfortable Line & Dot Dress from last Season in a fun leopard print -...

Zimmermann Dress Freda Salvador Booties Polene Bag Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Ethereal Zimmermann Dress NYC Fall Outfit

When NYC weather is as perfect as it's been this October, I get to do my favorite outfit formula - dress with booties. For todays' outfit, I styled a whimsical, twirly Zimmermann dress with red+pink accessories to keep the look ethereal and feminine....

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Zara Fall Tweed Everyday Mom Uniform

Would Fall even be Fall without tweed? ;-) On a serious note, tweed is almost synonymous with Seasonal dressing - and I love that while being a classic, it gets reinvented every Season. This year, I've been seeing a lot of color and mixed patterns in...

Zimmermann Dress Coclico Booties Polene Bag Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Zimmermann Maxi Dress for Fall

Happy October! I'm really excited that this Fall is still feeling a lot like late Summer - and that I'm getting so much use out of my denim jackets and sweatshirts before it turns into sweater and coat Season here in NYC....

Splendid Jumpsuit Vionic Shoes Tory Burch Earrings Clare V Bag Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

White Jumpsuit from Summer to Fall

As Fall comes nearer, I'm even more motivated to give all my Summer pieces another round of wear, and my favorite item that I wear all Summer long, that screams "Summer", is a white jumpsuit. A jumpsuit is a great wardrobe staple as it's an...

Rails Shirt Boyish Jeans Vionic Shoes Clare V Bag Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Straight Leg White Denim Outfit for Fall

One of my favorite fashion "rules" to break is "not wearing white after Labor Day". I think it's silly and pre-historic - and I also think that white denim transitions to Fall exceptionally well, making early Fall looks feel crisp, fun and lively. For today's outfit,...

Farm Rio Summer to Fall Maxi Dress

As I mentioned in an earlier blog post, I've recently discovered and fallen in love with a Brazilian Brand called "Farm Rio" - their dresses, skirts, jumpsuits, shorts and pants really capture the feeling of happiness, joy and a tropical paradise. So when I saw this...

Cara Cara Shorts Vince Tee Mansur Gavriel Tote Margaux Shoes Look by Modnitsa Styling

Fruity and Fresh Outfit for Summer

Happy 2nd week of August! I heard the other day that they call this "the height of Summer" - which is not entirely how I see it as I feel like Summer is definitely slipping away - but I'm holding onto to it for dear...

Something Navy Dress Goyard Wallet Look by Modnitsa Styling

Something Summery in Something Navy

I've been following Arielle Charnas (of Something Navy) for years, and it's been really exciting seeing her new clothing line evolve since it's initial launch. When she first started selling in Nordstrom, a lot of the pieces in her collection didn't fully fit my style...

Sea Dress Margaux Shoes Louis Vuitton Wristlet Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Color of the Summer: Sea Green

Happy official Summer! The heat has been really crazy here in NYC - running around town has required to rely on breathable fabrics, like linen and soft cotton. Thankfully, they are more than enough options for those selling at practically ALL the stores. Which leads...

Xirena Cate Dress Margaux Shoes Polene Bag Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Summer Pops of Neon Pink

Happy Friday! It's been a busy week here - and the weather has been so nice, it makes every day a joy! Yesterday, I loved taking a stroll through my favorite NYC neighborhood of Nolita after a client shopping session, and snapping some outfit pics...

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Mellow Yellow for Summer

Happy mid-June, and the official start to Summertime! The days are still getting longer and the sun is higher - making me excited for all the bright days ahead! As I always tell my clients, the colors we wear and those that surround us are great...

GMG Dress Margaux Shoes Jacquemus Bag Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Summer Chic NYC Style

Hello, June! The Spring weather is still holding strong here in NYC - and I'm soaking up every moment before the Summer heat arrives! A couple of days ago, I took a stroll around Dumbo after one of my Personal Styling Sessions - and enjoyed the...

Loveshack Fancy Dress Cult Gaia Bag Pink Lily Belt Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Summer Romance with Loveshackfancy

Happy almost Summer! With the 80-90 degree weather here in NYC it sure has been feeling like it. I can't say the Summer is my favorite season even though I do prefer the warmth to cold - I think that it might be the humidity...

Ulla Johnson Dress Polene Bag Vionic Shoes Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Violet Vibes in Paradise

Happy mid-May! As this month is unfolding, I'm definitely feeling the warmth of Spring, and all the positive energy awakening around me very inspiring, and I'm looking ahead to a great (and busy) Summer. As I'm helping my clients shop for their Summer Wardrobes, this year...

Rhode Dress Inez Shoes Cult Gaia Bag Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Vacation Blues for Spring

Happy Mother's Day Weekend! As we get deeper into May and closer to the Summer, I wanted to share a look that is perfect for a Spring-into-Summer vacation, or a special occasion. It's designed with simplicity and elegance in mind - with only 3 key pieces...

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Green Vibes for Spring

Hope everyone's week is going great! I don't know about you guys, but I feel that I'm looking at Spring this year with a newfound appreciation. Whether it's because the Winter seemed extra brutal (especially here in NYC with masking, social distancing, etc.) - or...

Commission Skirt Sezane Shirt GG Sneakers Spring Outfit by Modnitsa Styling

Spring Florals & Sunshine Vibes

Hello, Spring!  It felt really good to get dressed and shoot a few Spring looks last week, and I can't wait to share more outfit formulas over the next few weeks. For today's look, I put together a chic outfit that is both comfortable and versatile -...

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Micro Bags for Spring

I'm so excited for the coming Spring - I feel like the last two months flew by (mostly inside - as the NYC weather is quite unforgiving this time of year) and I can't wait to shed all the layers and pull out the cute...

Polene Bag Elegant Style by Modnitsa Styling

Elevated elegance with Polène

Happy 2021 - Hope it's off to a great start!  With the Holiday Season over, and Spring still miles away, I find this a good time to hibernate - and refocus. One of the ways I like to do it is by revisiting my closet as...

Family Photo Shoot Styling Tips by Modnitsa Styling

Fall Family Photoshoot Styling Tips

I can't believe it's end of October! With the Holiday Season quickly approaching -- whatever that might look like this year -- I'm sure some of you guys are gearing up to take Holiday Card Photos and I wanted to share a few of my...

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5 Steps to get out of a style rut

Happy August! I hope you're enjoying your Summer as much as possible - it certainly is a different kind this year. It's been both a long and short couple of months since my last post, in the absence of in-person client work since March, I've been...

IRO Leather Jacket Misa Dress Coclico Booties Sofia Zakia Necklace Look by Modnitsa Styling

Spring Chic Look with Misa & IRO

Hello, mid-April! First and foremost, I hope that you and yours are all feeling healthy, safe and sane -- it hasn't been an easy few weeks (adding up to months already!) and we all deserve a little distraction and fun -- so I wanted to...

Sezane Bomber Jacket LoveshackFancy Top Madewell Jeans Coclico Booties Look. by Modnitsa Styling

Soft and Uplifting Spring Look to Start The New Season

Happy (Official/Calendar) Spring! Even though it's been fairly moderate here in the North East, it still feels very much like Winter with all the stress that's been happening in these challenging times.  I was very conflicted about whether putting up style-related content is not "appropriate" -...

ALC Cupcakes and Cashmere Aquatalia Look by Modnitsa Styling

Winter “Not So Boring” Office Look

Hello, mid-February! I feel like we're zooming through the month and Winter is finally on its way out (even though, there is still at least 1.5 months of cold weather left here in the North-East). I'm gearing up to shoot my last 2 Winter Looks...

Sezane Blouse DG Belt Rag Bone Jeans Look by Modnitsa Styling

Print-on-Print Fun Winter Look

Happy Valentine's Week and mid February! Even though this Holiday is definitely over-commercialized in the US, I still enjoy all the pink hearts and romance it conjures up. I think it's also just a great excuse to treat yourself - as self-love is definitely something...

Sezane Floral Maxi Aquatalia Booties Elephant Clutch Free People Faux Fur Coat Look by Modnitsa Styling

How to Wear a Winter Floral Maxi Dress

Happy February! I've been seeing all these memes on Instagram about how it feels like "January 74th" -- but to be honest, I felt that the month actually raced by for me. I'm really excited that January is done though, as February always feels like...

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Pretty Winter Pastels Look

Happy Lunar New Year, everyone - may this year of the Metal Rat bring only amazing blessings to you and yours!  As we're in the midst of Winter, and the weather is up-and-down all the time, it's becoming harder to dress creatively as layers and practicality...

Apparis Coat Spacedye Leggings Vionic Sneakers Look by Modnitsa Styling

New Year, New Workout Look

I've never really been a gym person - even though I've had memberships to at least a half-dozen NYC workout facilities (and gave them my hard-earned money without really fully committing myself, guilty!) I'm more of a workout-naturally-while-having-fun person - I love to walk, dance...

Helene Berman Coat So Lindsi Cami ALC Pant Look by Modnitsa Styling

Mad for Plaid & Leopard for Fall

Hello, December! This year is zooming by - and I really can't believe we only have 1 month left before it's officially 2020! I still remember celebrating Y2K - it felt like such a huge deal (and I was only barely 18 then) -- 2...

Easy and Chic NYC Fall Look

Easy & Chic NYC Fall Look

Before we fully commit to coats and gloves, I wanted to share one more easy fall look that's perfect for a day in the city. The looks features a few pieces from J.McLaughlin - a brand that combines effortless chic with clean lines and great quality....

Easy and Stylish Fall Mom-Style Look

As a busy mom and stylist, there are days when I really don't want to think about what I'm going to wear - so I love having some outfit formulas that are full-proof: easy, comfortable, polished AND look like I've made an effort but don't...

GMG Fall Dress Mansur Gavriel Bag Coclico Booties Fall Look

Perfect Fall Dress Look

I honestly can't believe it's already November, and Halloween is behind us, leaving us staring at Christmas decorations that seemed to have appeared overnight at most stores. With Daylight Savings this weekend, I'm really craving any and all sunshine that's possible - and refuse to...

ALC Zimmermann Fall Look by Modnitsa Styling

Easy Date/Brunch Fall Look

Fall is always an exciting time for fashion & shopping as it's "Sweater & Coat Season", and with all the Fall holidays - like Rosh Hashanah, Diwali and Thanksgiving, it feels like a new beginning of sorts (even before the New Year) - and turning...

Rebecca Taylor Blouse Yellow Faux Fur Coat Rag & Bone Jeans Look by Modnitsa Styling

Perfect Fall Weekend Look

Happy middle of October -- we're heading straight into Holiday Season, but I'm still desperately trying to hold onto the warmth and longer days. As the leaves change to golden & bright red, I find that those colors are surrounding me everywhere - and for today's...

Dark Floral Trend for Fall

Happy October! With all the travel over the past few weeks between L.A. and Maine, it's nice to be back home and enjoy the change of the Seasons. As the weather see-saws between 70's and 50's, I'm still reluctant to fully rotate my wardrobe (which just...

ALC Pleated Skirt Rebecca Taylor Leather Jacket Look by Modnitsa Styling

Rose Gold and Yellow for Fall

With the gorgeous Indian Summer weather, and traveling to an even warmer L.A. this past week, I've been holding off on rotating my closet for Fall but still feel like I need to embrace some of that Autumn feeling - so I've been pulling transitional...

Pleated Dress with Rose Suede Moto Jacket and Pink Ballerina Flats Look by Modnitsa Styling

The Perfect Indian Summer to Fall Outfit

Happy September! After April (which is my Birthday month), September is my 2nd favorite month as it carries the warmth of the Summer without the excessive heat (for the most part). It also brings with it the turning leaves, the Fall chilly nights and layers....

Bella Dahl Romper Look by Modnitsa Styling

Summer Wardrobe Staple: Straw Bag

Hello, almost Indian Summer -- arguably, my favorite part of the Summer Season as the weather finally mellows out but the evenings are still warm. You can still wear your Summer pieces, but may need a little jacket for the chillier nights, and it's the absolute...

White Denim Shorts for Summer by Modnitsa Styling

Summer Wardrobe Staple: White Denim Shorts

As Summer is coming to an end, most stores are having their End-of-Season Sales with ridiculous markdowns, making room for the Fall merchandise, so it marks a great time in retail to "stock up" on Summer staples for next Season. While I'm a huge fan...

Banana Republic Proenza Schouler Summe Pastels Look by Modnitsa Styling

Pretty Summer Pastels

As we near August, and Summer is in its heat (literally), I'm gravitating towards softer, true Summer colors in the pastel family. They bring peace to a hot day, and are the perfect faded look for the last month of Summer. For today's look, I put...

YUMI KIM ROMPER SUMMER LOOK BY MODNITSA STYLING

Living The Romper Life

And just like that, we're in mid July! Summer is in the midst of its heat, and most days I find myself reluctant to stick my head outside (even though I still do it as life with a 15-month old requires you to). Because of...

Summer Travel Look

Happy July, and Independence Day Weekend!  This past week my little family and I took a mini vacation in one my favorite places in the world - beautiful Sarasota, FL to spend time on the beach and relax among the palm trees. It's not as busy...

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Summer White Jumpsuit Look

Happy 3rd week of June! Summer is off to a rolling start - as are all the Summer-white looks flooding social media and the streets.White is the the perfect Summer color - it looks fresh and crisp, goes perfectly with a tan, and lends itself...

Chloe Bag Rag & Bone Shorts Look by Modnitsa Styling

Summer Kimono Look

Hope your (unofficial) Summers are off to a great start with tons of fun in the park/beach, outdoor bbq's and whatever other activities you love.This past weekend we had fantastic weather in NYC - sunny during the day, and a touch chillier at night, making...

Rachel Parcell Red Sheath Kingston Earrings Jimmy Choo Shoes Look by Modnitsa Styling

Summer Wedding Guest Look

I can't believe we're almost in June and Summer has (unofficially) started!I have been truly enjoying these past few weeks of warm weather (minus the intermittent rain) and taking in all the greenery around, which has been really uplifting my mood and creativity....

Sezane Date Night Look by Modnitsa Styling

Summer Date Night (Date Afternoon) Look

I can't believe we're almost in June and Summer has (unofficially) started!I have been truly enjoying these past few weeks of warm weather (minus the intermittent rain) and taking in all the greenery around, which has been really uplifting my mood and creativity....

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Client Reflections: Sasha’s Style Journey

I'm so excited to share another style journey from my lovely client Sasha. She reached out to me late last year, looking for an image and wardrobe overhaul, interested in refining her style to reflect her personality and lifestyle. We've been working together, through a combination...

Anthro Pleated Skirt Denim Top Alice & Olivia Jacket by Modnitsa Styling

A Slice of Parisian Chic in NYC

I hope everyone had a great Easter! It was nice to have the weekend off (I usually take clients Fridays and some Saturdays) and spend it with my little family, enjoying sunshiny walks around the neighborhood, decorating Easter eggs and seeing Charlie's face light up...

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Dress Season, Vol. 1 with Gal Meets Glam

Sorry I've been MIA for a few weeks, had a busy month with travel and getting ready to celebrate Charlie's 1 year birthday tomorrow! (AH! where did the time go?!)I'm super excited about the warm weather peaking in every once in a while, and Mercury...

Yellow Suede Jacket Missoni Look by Modnitsa Styling

Sunny Hues and Straw for Spring

This week marks the "ides of March" and with Daylight Savings behind us, I'm fully charging ahead with introducing Spring colors to my and my clients' wardrobes. Towards the end of the Season, I like to start preparing my closet turnover by washing my coats...

Pantsuit for Spring by Modnitsa Styling

The Perfect Jumpsuit For Spring

Last week of February, wow -- I do feel like we're in the home stretch to get to Spring. I'm starting to get excited as I see new Spring collections in stores, and every once in a while we have a nice day with 50...

Black and White Edgy Look by Modnitsa Styling

Black and White Edgy Yet Feminine Look

As the Winter is nearing the end (here's hoping!), I'm definitely starting to add more and more color to my looks as it intuitively feels more natural, and fills my ambiance with positivity (which also transfers to others -- try it out, you'll see!)  As I've...

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Stylish Outfit Formula for a Winter’s Day

Happy (almost) Valentine's Day -- just like that we're mid-way through February! I've been on a busy streak of running around all week, and between mom-days and personal-styling-clients-days, I've been coming up with outfit formulas that can transition easily from one to another, and are easy,...

Outfit Formula Leather Jacket Leggings LV Bag Boots by Modnitsa Styling

Easy & Comfortable Winter Outfit Formula

Happy Monday, and Happy February! Can't believe how fast January sped by with all the weeks blending into each other with taking care of Charlie during the week, working with my clients on Fridays, and traveling in the last week. And now we're 1/2 way...

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Valentine’s Day/Lunar New Year Look

Happy (almost) February! It's the best month of the Winter (I think) - as the stress of the Holiday-aftermath is over, the longest, most dreary month of Winter is also over, and after it comes March with a promise of Spring. It's also the shortest...

Rag and Bone Jacket Delfi Skirt United Nude Shoes Chloe Bag by Modnitsa Styling

How to make brown exciting in your outfits

Living in NYC, I'm never surprised when a new client confesses to me that 90% of their wardrobe is comprised of pieces in varying shades of black (J/K, there is no real "varying shades of black", it's all one color!) I can very much appreciate...

Sezane Mother Denim and Clare V by Modnitsa Styling

Mom-Style Outfit on Repeat

You know that feeling when you wear something that's on point and you feel so confident, and get so many compliments? Like you're wearing an outfit that you can't wait to wear again, and again, and again? You want to throw it in the wash...

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Winter Color Outfit Inspiration

As most of you know, I'm a huge proponent of not shying away from color all year round, but from a practical standpoint, I completely understand that it may be challenging to do in the Winter months. ...

Faux Real Winter Elegance by Modnitsa Styling

Faux {Real} Winter Elegance

Happy mid-December! That perfect time when we're still far enough from Christmas & New Years that the Holiday rush hasn't fully set in, yet close enough to almost "taste" the time off coming up....

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Autumn Feminine Neutrals with Gal Meets Glam

Hope everyone's having a great Monday, and enjoying the short week in preparation for one the best holidays -- Thanksgiving! It's best for so many reasons: no gifts are expected, you get to spend time with friends/family and eat tons of great food, and it...

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How to get more joy out of your wardrobe

I've been meaning to write on this topic for a while now as it's something that's been coming up with many of my clients during Closet Edits/Reviews, and has been something I've been experiencing a lot lately (especially re-evaluating my wardrobe post having Charlie). I feel...

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Indian Summer Style with Rachel Parcell Collection

Happy Monday! This past week has zoomed by between hanging out with Charlie during the week and working with clients Friday and Saturday, and just like that we're nearing mid-September. I've been enjoying the cooler weather in NYC this weekend -- especially carrying around a...

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First Trimester Style Update

Now that the cat is out of the bag, I can finally start sharing some style insights I’ve gleaned during my First Trimester, that I hope can be useful to those of you who might be going through it (or planning to in the near...

Pre-Fall Transitional Outfit Inspiration

As the Summer comes to a close, most of us feel tempted to start rotating our wardrobes to add new exciting Fall pieces into the mix. With Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale last month, a lot of us have acquired pieces for the Fall that we cannot...

Ultra Feminine Style Outfit Inspiration

Ultra Feminine Outfit for Summer Occasions

I consider my own personal style fairly eclectic - with various dominant style personalities that I like to combine into style formulas that allow me to express myself through my outfits. Some days I feel more elegant-creative, while other days I like to dress more...

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Markdown Mondays: MDW Sale Roundup

Happy Best Monday of the Summer - Memorial Day Monday! My inbox has been filling up this weekend with amazing deals, as today officially marks the beginning of the Summer, and some of the best sales are happening right now, right in time to get your...

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Markdown Mondays: Spring Prints & Solids

Happy Monday! Even though it's raining today in NYC, the rest of the week is looking pretty good according to the forecast, so to keep the Spring and Summer feeling going, today's MarkdownMondays style collage has tons of colors and prints for your stylish enjoyment. ...

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Markdown Mondays: Spring with J.Crew

Happy day-after-Mother's Day Monday - hope everyone's Mother's Day was beautiful & full of love! After being away from NYC for 3 weeks, in destinations with a more moderate Mediterranean climate (like Barcelona, Rome and Cique Terre, to name a few), I'm surprised to find New...

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Yellow Power For Spring & Summer

Yellow is one of my favorite colors & for a good reason. Its a color of optimism & brings that energy forward whenever you wear it - inspiring others to feel more positive. Unfortunately, it can sometimes be a color many people shy away from -...

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Colorful Spring Elegance

I'm a huge fan of color, and consider myself a color enthusiast when it comes to my Wardrobe Styling work - encouraging my clients to add colors within their unique color palettes into their wardrobes, replacing black whenever possible....

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Markdown Mondays: Spring Silhouette

Happy Monday - hope your Holiday Weekend was spectacular! With yesterday's weather being up in the 70s in NYC, I definitely felt like Spring had turned into Summer. It happens so quickly this time of year, that its imperative to have your wardrobe ready to transition....

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Markdown Mondays: Stepping into a Spring Look

Happy Monday - hope your weekend was fabulous! I actually ended up having one of those super-busy-running-around-with-clients weekends, working on helping them get their wardrobes ready for Spring. With yesterday's warm weather, I felt the mood instantly lifting - and making me more drawn to Spring...

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Markdown Mondays: A Dress for Every Occasion

Happy 2nd week of Spring! As the weather finally starts to get warmer (fingers crossed!), and layering isn't as important, it's finally a great time to pull out my favorite wardrobe staples - dresses! A dress is an outfit in and of itself - where oftentimes...

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Markdown Mondays: Welcome Spring!

Happy {Official} First Day of Spring! While the weather may not be there just yet, my mood is definitely filled with images of blooming trees, about to start budding and flowering to bring forward the energy of rebirth and optimism. Today's #MarkdownMondays style collage is also here...

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Markdown Mondays: Winter Stripes and Neutrals

Happy Lunar New Year! May it bring us all prosperity, luck, love & lots of style! Today's #MarkdownMondays is all about adding some fun to your Winter wardrobe - by mixing stripes and neutrals. Stripes have always been one of my favorite patterns, they're very versatile...

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Markdown Mondays: Soft & Feminine Wintery Shades

Happy MLK Day! To celebrate the holiday (and well-deserved day off for many of us), today's #MarkdownMondays is all about creating the perfect soft & feminine Wintery outfit. In the Winter, everything is very crisp and clear - the air is strong and fresh (and oh-so-chilly), the...

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Markdown Mondays: Winter Blues and Browns

Happy #MarkdownMondays! Today's style inspiration comes from one of my favorite color combos that can work equally well in the Summer and the Winter - Blue and Brown. Check out the 5 pieces I picked that work together stunningly, and will add some pop to your...

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Markdown Mondays: Cyber Monday Deals

Happy best Markdown Monday of all #MarkdownMondays -- Cyber Monday! I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend filled with family, good food and relaxation. I know I did! And woke up today to an inbox full of good deals too - which always makes a girl...

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Markdown Mondays: The Golden Hour

As we're getting deeper into Fall and early Winter, and especially with the days getting shorter (Hello, Daylight Savings!), it's becoming harder and harder to find vitamin D between our early morning commutes in the dark and getting out of the office after the sun...

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Markdown Mondays: Halloween Edition

I really can't believe it's Halloween already (and the 31st of October!) With the weather messing around from hot to cold, it's difficult to settle on the ideal wardrobe picks - as most of us have probably already rotated our closets (especially those of us...

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Markdown Mondays: The Perfect Fall Outfit

Whenever I go through someone's wardrobe as part of my Wardrobe/Closet Edit Service, we're always looking to construct a few outfits for various occasions that can become the "outfit formula" & serve as inspiration for creating more looks of a similar kind....

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Markdown Mondays: Columbus Day Sales

And just like that, we're in the middle of Fall, with leaves changing colors, days getting shorter and the chill setting in. There are so many things I love about Fall - like the pumpkin-spiced candles, mulled wine & apple cider and the feel of...

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Markdown Mondays: Swimsuit Edit

Even though it's August, I feel that it's still too early to throw in the proverbial (beach) towel - and there is still more beach and pool time to be had. Even though most stores are selling Pre-Fall in full swing, with Fall pieces coming...

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Markdown Mondays: Color-Coordinated

For this week's #MarkdownMondays, I decided to play around with some bold color combinations to create a look that had elements of both monochromatic and contrasting colors in various shades. I also mixed in other elements like pattern and texture to take the look to...

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Markdown Mondays: Work-Ready Outfit for Spring

This week's #MarkdownMondays is all about that go-to Spring "office-ready outfit", with just enough feminine polish to look both clean and fun! The players are this frilly blouse from Banana Republic that I've had a number of clients purchase over the past few months (and is...

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Markdown Mondays: The Blazer

This week's #MarkdownMondays brings you the key item of the season that will help you pull your look together - the Blazer! A Blazer is an important player in your wardrobe as it has the power to polish off an otherwise rather simple outfit, bring...

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Markdown Mondays: Spring Dresses

This week's #MarkdownMondays is all about getting "dress"ed up for the season. We have options ranging from a casual denim dress by Club Monaco, to a fit & flare style by DVF, a flirty silky one from Banana Republic, a maxi from Anthropologie and a chiffon...

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Markdown Mondays: Spring Wear

It's officially Spring, YAY! Despite yesterday's snow, the weather is back in the 50's and the feeling of freshness is in the air, along with the blooming trees and rising spirits. This week's #MarkdownMondays brings you some light and airy pieces in a mini-capsule wardrobe of sorts,...

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Markdown Mondays: Spring Edit, Part 4

One more week till Spring Equinox, otherwise known as the official first day of Spring! The weather in the North-East has been really temperamental lately - with 70 degrees one day, and dropping back to 30's and rain the next - but that elusive feeling of...

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Markdown Mondays: Spring Edit, Part 3

2 more weeks till it's (officially) Spring! This week's countdown #MarkdownMondays is all about those shoes! Do you ever find a great pair of heels and create an entire outfit (or even series of outfits) around it? That's exactly what happened with these Manolo Blahnik...

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Markdown Mondays: Spring Edit, Part 2

The countdown to Spring continues with only 3 weeks left to go! This week's #MarkdownMondays is centered around this gorgeous DVF Layne dress in a stunning emerald sea green. The dress a has a simple yet super flattering sheath silhouette, that works for most body types...

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Markdown Mondays: Spring Edit, Part 1

Only 4 more Mondays and it's officially Spring! To celebrate and get yourself and your closet ready, the next 4 #MarkdownMondays will be dedicated to inspiring warm-weather outfits, perfect to be worn from day to night. The leading role in today's style digest is played by...

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Markdown Mondays: The Blazer Edit

Happy Presidents Day Monday! As we come out from a polar freeze Valentine's weekend, images of warm sun and ocean fill my head to counteract the biting cold. Today's #MarkdownMondays brings you a colorful Blazer Edit, in preparation for warmer weather. You can pair these pieces with...

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Markdown Mondays: A Coat for Every Occasion

The past few weeks' weather in NYC has been on a complete fritz with the snowstorm followed by 50 degree thaw-out, so I've been going between my super warm down coat and my lightweight leather jacket - switching them out almost every day. Today's #MarkdownMondays has...

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Markdown Mondays: Elegant in Gray

Hope everyone had a safe and warm weekend in the North-East! We had a ton of snow in Brooklyn, but the wonderland seemed to only last one day, as Sunday everyone was busy shoveling and the pure white snow turned into gray slush in a...

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Markdown Mondays: Statement Pieces for the Winter Blues

In addition to LMK Day, today is apparently a newly-recognized "holiday" called "Blue Monday" - which is statistically considered the most depressing day of the year, with the reality of excessive holiday shopping (resulting in expensive credit card bills), shorter daylight days and cold weather...

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Markdown Mondays: January Pretty

Welcome to the 2nd week of January - when the glitz of the holidays gets replaced with the pressure of New Year's resolutions ;-) Today's #MarkdownMondays will get you through the week with some fun & festive options that can create a variety of glamorous...

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Markdown Mondays: Last Minute Christmas Gifts under $125

We're in the home stretch with holiday shopping (where has the time gone?!??), but don't fret if you're still not completely finished with your "under-the-tree wonders" list. Today's #MarkdownMondays brings you some amazing last-minute gift options, all beautiful and all under $125. Check them out!...

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Markdown Mondays: Pretty Every Day

It's 17 days till Christmas, everyone! With the busy season of holiday parties, gift-shopping (and giving), it's easy to forget what it's like to just get dressed for a regular "every day". Today's #MarkdownMondays brings you some fun pieces perfect for regular, every day, looking-pretty...

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Markdown Mondays: Cyber Monday

I hope everyone had an amazing Thanksgiving and holiday weekend! And happy most wonderful (shopping) day of the year :-) This makes today's post the ultimate #MarkdownMondays! With my inbox full of exciting sale notifications, I decided to focus today's style digest on party attire -...

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Markdown Mondays: The Sweater Dress

Dresses are some of my favorite clothing pieces to wear - year-long. Each dress presents an outfit opportunity in itself - all you need are some accessories, and maybe a blazer or jacket for added warmth. Most dresses are tailored to be perfectly proportioned -...

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Markdown Mondays: Comfort is King

I know it's only Monday, but I'm already thinking of next weekend and doing more pre-holiday exciting New York Stuff (this weekend, I shot my Modnitsa Styling Promo Video Series and checked out the Brooklyn Flea in Industry City with my hubby). I'm really not a...

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Markdown Mondays: Mad for Plaid

I never used to like plaid and actually used to find it a bit sloppy and lazy. Until last month, when I picked up my first ever oversized plaid shirt at Anthropologie. I wore it every single day for 3 days straight (of course I did...

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Markdown Mondays: The Jewelry Edit

Today's #MarkdownMondays is all about jewelry. With this transitional weather and wearing lots of layers, I find it more and more important to bring cohesiveness to my outfits through accessories (a concept we wardrobe stylists call "linking"). Jewelry is an affordable and smart way to...

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Markdown Mondays: The Coat Edit

Today's #MarkdownMondays is all about coats. If you're a true New Yorker, you know that your coat is your car for the winter. It has to answer to a few different criteria - and these 4 coats (and 1 vest) in today's style edit all...

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Markdown Mondays: Columbus Day Edition

#MarkdownMondays Columbus Day Edition brings you some amazingly-priced items that come together to create a fun fall outfit. You have your staples - a printed skirt, a pair of tall boots, a fashionably-warm coat, the perfect embellished sweater and a fun clutch. Enjoy - and happy...

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Markdown Mondays: Playing Dress-Up at Work

Dressing up for the office can and should be fun - and today's #MarkdownMondays edition brings you some versatile items that can transition you from a day at the office feeling like a million bucks, to a night out for some cocktails and tapas. All...

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Markdown Mondays: September Chill

Can you believe we're halfway done with September already? Today you can definitely feel an Autumn chill in the air, which calls for some cozier fabrics and long sleeves. In today's #MarkdownMondays edition, I chose some in-between-season items that all complement each other through color, fit,...

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Markdown Mondays: Embracing the Summer White

Even though I'm a believer in breaking the archaic fashion rule about wearing white after Labor Day (you can read my 5 arguments for the "why" and "how" in my previous post if you missed it), I still decided to dedicate today's #MarkdownMondays edition to...

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Markdown Mondays: Pre-Labor Day Mix

As we're nearing the end of summer, and most stores start bringing in their Fall collections, it's now an amazing opportunity to stock up on some key items for next year. I've searched the pre-labor day sales on some of my favorite retailers' sites, and bring...

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Markdown Mondays: Ethnic, Printed & Bold

One more Monday till Labor Day, yikes! At least the weather outside couldn't be nicer, and it makes me think of exotic locales, pretty beaches and vibrant sunsets - all stuff great Summers are made of ;-) In today's ‪#‎MarkdownMondays‬ style digest, I've scoured my favorite retailers...

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Markdown Mondays: Light and Airy

As we enter the last two weeks of August, and the air outside is thick with humidity, summer memories and the weight of still-to-do plans for the remaining summer weekends, it's only right to rely on light and airy clothes with prints and pastels to...

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Markdown Mondays: Your Go-To Summer Outfit

As we're in the midst of the dog days of summer and the intense heat & sun, I like to have a go-to summer ensemble to rely upon that can easily take me from daytime to evening without having to change. In today's ‪#‎MarkdownMondays‬ style digest,...

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Markdown Mondays: Beach-y Accessories

Summer is almost synonymous with beach and if you're lucky, and live near the coast like I do, you would take any chance possible to get away and spend some time by the water. In today's ‪#‎MarkdownMondays‬ style digest, I selected 5 summer accessories that will...

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Markdown Mondays: Summer Dresses

Dresses are the easiest summer outfit option - they create an instant "look", and can be taken from day to evening with just some shoes and accessories (and makeup!) Today's ‪#‎MarkdownMondays‬ style digest presents two of my favorite dresses, currently on sale, with two pairs of...

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Markdown Mondays: All About Your Capsule Wardrobe

Summer capsule wardrobing is a very useful styling concept. It allows you to have a few pieces (think: lightweight summer travel bag) that all work together to create a multitude of outfits when shoes and accessories are added. Today's ‪#‎MarkdownMondays‬ style digest focuses on 5...

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The Secrets of My Jewelry Box

Being a fashion stylist, it’s difficult for me to stay loyal to a single piece of jewelry – I always have a new piece that I incorporate into my look. Of course, I have my “go to” pieces that I wear with certain outfits,...