Geek Chic Glasses by Marian Rothschild, AICI Style Expert

These frames are nice, you see this style quite often. But they don’t really fit her face very well, do they? Two points: 1) Your eyes should be directly in the middle of the frame in order to get the most out of your prescription, and from the other person’s point of view, they just look best in that position. 2) The frame of your glasses should be either the same color as your hair, or the same tone (meaning [.....]

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What to Wear to Holiday Parties by Marian Rothschild, Fashion Consultant, Boulder, CO

It’s Party time, but it’s cold outside! I have never, ever seen a woman wear a skimpy, sleeveless cocktail dress to a Christmas or New Year’s Party. Why then, do catalogues and fashion magazines show pictures of dresses that are for a hot August night, in their Holiday issues? Who wears those dresses? Not real women.  Anyone I know who has ever gone to a Holiday party in Chicago, New York,  or Colorado, wears something warm. You gotta be warm, [.....]

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7 Shortcuts for Holiday Shopping in Record Time by Boulder Personal Shopper Marian Rothschild

 So many gifts to buy, so little time!  What’s a shopper to do?  Here are seven ways to make your Holiday gift shopping go smoothly in a short amount of time. (And get the gift that they’ll love!) 1) Ask what they want ahead of time. Get several ideas. Know the recipient’s interests; hobbies, taste in music, clothes, stores, sizes, weekend activities.  2) Make a list. Write each recipient’s name along with several gift possibilities for each person.  3) Ask [.....]

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How to Use Velcro Rollers by Boulder Image Consultant Marian Rothschild

Want a big-time boost for your hair? Use velcro rollers! They can add volume and wave, swirl and curl, depending on the size of the roller you use. They are super easy to use because they stay in place on their own; no pins to mess with. Here’s how: blow dry hair 75% dry. Then grab a section of hair, comb through to smooth, and wrap, starting from the ends. Add a touch of hot air for 1-2 minutes to rolled hair, [.....]

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Classic, Casual British Fashion

With fall underway, it’s time to prepare your wardrobe for cooler weather. In department stores and on designer websites, fall trend collections are featured. You’ve got to take a look at http://www.my-wardrobe.com/barbour. This super cute British site features a number of great casual, rugged options for men and women in both classic and trendy styles. My favorite piece is the gorgeous CHOCOLATE LEATHER WEEKEND BAG. It’s like butta.  The Barbour men’s selection features a number of high-quality, classically rugged items, [.....]

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Denver Personal Stylist Recommends…

Clients and friends are forever asking me for recommendations; hair, nails, shops, etc. This list is ever-evolving. For now, these are a few of my favorite things. Shoe stores for looks and comfort: The Running Company (Boulder), The Walking Store, Clarks, Nordstrom Interesting, artsy clothing, mid price point: Anthropologie Business, Business Casual, & weekend clothes, mid-high price point: Nordstrom, Barbara & CO, Ann Taylor, Weekends, Max Consignment shops: hip Consignment, Rags to Riches, Switch, Fabulous Finds, Common Threads Eye glass [.....]

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How to Avoid Shopping Mistakes

  Evidence shows that most women only wear about 80% of what is in their closet! Is that you? You’re spending money on clothes you don’t wear. How much frustration can you stand? Would your life be different if you actually loved everything that hangs in your closet?  How happy would you be to save time, effort, and stress by knowing what stores to shop at, what colors looked best on you, and what styles you should be buying?   [.....]

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Summer Style & Fashion Events Boulder & Longmont, CO with Marian Rothschild, personal shopper, wardrobe consultant

hip (Boulder’s newest, coolest) consignment store, 1468 Pearl Street, across from Starbucks, Shopping Event Sat 6/18, 2:00-4:00. Boulder’s Premier Image Consultant will help you choose clothes & accessories to flatter your unique shape and coloring so you’ll look terrific!  info here Lunch & Network: hear “Seven Secrets of Style Success” Tue 6/21 Come meet other area business professionals, network with your target niche, & learn how to look terrific, stress-free! 11:00-1:30 Register: info here Fabulous Finds Upscale Consignment Shop: Talk and [.....]

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Summer Style Tips to Look Good Now by Marian Rothschild, Image and Wardrobe Consultant

The ingredients in your sunblock is more important than the SPF#. If it doesn’t contain Zink, you’re not protected from all the different rays. I like: Obagi, available from an M.D. Dermatologists recommended #1 way to reduce wrinkles, even skin tone, and lighten age spots is a Retinoid cream at night.Get an Rx from an M.D. Over the counter creams are not strong enough. Pockets that pooch out on the side of your pants will add width to your hips. [.....]

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Summer Travel Packing Tips from Wardrobe Expert

Packing for  Summer Travel By Professional Wardrobe Consultant Marian Rothschild Consider each day and evening’s activities on your trip. Plan outfits accordingly. Count the # of days you’ll be gone. That’s how many tops you need to pack, total. Pack light. You can always hand-wash items in a sink & hang to dry. Wear your heaviest & bulkiest clothes & shoes on the plane. Lay out outfits the day before you travel. You only need 3 pr. shoes. Always check [.....]

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