If you've ever taken a body shape quiz only to feel more confused than when you started, you're not alone. Despite all the resources out there—quizzes, blog posts, entire businesses built around body types—understanding and dressing your shape remains the #1 challenge I hear from women.Today, I'm breaking down why traditional body shape labels like "apple," "pear," "hourglass," and "rectangle" aren't working for most of us. More importantly, I'm sharing a better way forward that doesn't require you to fit perfectly into a labeled box.In this episode, you'll discover: The six major problems with traditional body shape labelsWhy rectangles are the most underserved body shape, despite making up the largest percentage of womenThe real reason I still use body shape labelsA practical three-element framework for understanding your unique body without any label at allHow to shift from asking "Can I wear that?" to "What will that do for me?" I hope this episode helps you realize that if labels and lists have never made style easier for you, it's not because your body is too unusual or too complicated—it's because the system itself is flawed. You don't need the perfect label to find clothes that make you feel amazing—you just need to understand your unique body and learn what clothes can do. And once you do, that knowledge is yours forever, regardless of how your body, lifestyle, or fashion trends change.Don't forget to submit your end-of-season style questions here.Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/ep-226Feel festive & fabulous, not frustrated & frumpy! Join my FREE Zoom workshop on November 19th at 7 pm CST to learn:- What to wear for every type of event this season - even if you're hosting!- How to look better in holiday photos- The #1 secret to stress-free holiday style- Plus, get your holiday style questions answeredVisit youreverydaystyle.com/holiday to save your spot or to get the replay.
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Understanding Proportion in Your Body and Your Outfits
If there's one thing that can completely transform how you get dressed, it's understanding proportion. I know, I know-it doesn't sound exciting. But you can have all the right pieces, follow all the rules, and still feel like your outfits don't work. The missing piece? Understanding proportion.In this episode, I'm sharing the kind of knowledge that actually makes a difference in how you look and feel in your clothes. We're diving deep into what proportion really means, why most women get it wrong, and how understanding this one concept can transform the way you get dressed every single day. We'll explore the two critical areas where proportion matters—your body and your outfits—and I'll give you homework that will help you start seeing yourself and your wardrobe in a completely different way.I hope this episode helps you stop thinking about style as a collection of unrelated pieces and measurements, and start seeing the whole picture instead. Once you understand how the parts relate to each other, you can manipulate those relationships to create balance—and that's where the real magic happens. If you struggle with feeling like your outfits don't quite come together, this might actually be the one thing that changes everything.What you'll learn:Why style is all about relationships, not rules.The difference between short-waisted and short-torso (and why it matters).How to use the golden ratio to create outfits that look polished instead of frumpy.The volume distribution mistake that's making you look not so put together.Why you can't always balance everything perfectly (and what to do about it).Don't forget to submit your end-of-season style questions here.Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/ep-225Feel festive & fabulous, not frustrated & frumpy! Join my FREE Zoom workshop on November 19th at 7 pm CST to learn:- What to wear for every type of event this season - even if you're hosting!- How to look better in holiday photos- The #1 secret to stress-free holiday style- Plus, get your holiday style questions answeredVisit youreverydaystyle.com/holiday to save your spot or to get the replay.
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Beyond Undertones: Color Theory Made Simple
Have you ever wondered why some color combinations look effortlessly chic while others feel like a fashion miss? It all comes down to understanding how color actually works. In this episode, I'm breaking down the three fundamental elements that affect both how colors look on you and how they work together in your outfits. This isn't about handing you a color card and calling it a day—it's about giving you the knowledge to make confident color choices for life.In this episode, you'll learn:The three elements that every color hasThe biggest mistake women make with colorFour color pairing formulas that take the guesswork out of combining colorsHow to match your outfit's contrast level to your natural coloringThe secret to mixing warm and cool colors successfullyI hope this episode helps you see color as a tool you can play with confidently, rather than something that feels confusing or risky. When you understand that every color is made up of temperature, value, and saturation—and that all three matter—suddenly the whole world of color opens up. Your homework is simple: start noticing these elements everywhere, from what you see on TV to what's in store windows. The more you practice identifying them without the pressure of getting dressed, the easier it'll be to use color with confidence in your everyday outfits.Don't forget to submit your end-of-season style questions here.Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/ep-224Feel festive & fabulous, not frustrated & frumpy! Join my FREE Zoom workshop on November 19th at 7 pm CST to learn:- What to wear for every type of event this season - even if you're hosting!- How to look better in holiday photos- The #1 secret to stress-free holiday style- Plus, get your holiday style questions answeredVisit youreverydaystyle.com/holiday to save your spot or to get the replay.
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Do You Speak Style? Better Words, Better Wardrobe
Have you ever ordered something online that looked perfect in the description, only to be completely disappointed when it arrived? Or struggled to explain to a sales associate exactly what you're looking for? Today, I'm sharing why building your style vocabulary is one of the most practical things you can do to make shopping easier, faster, and so much more successful.After 25 years of dressing women, I've seen how knowing the right words transforms the entire style experience. When you can name what you're looking for—whether it's a split v-neck blouse or palazzo pants—you stop wasting time, money, and mental energy on clothes that don't work. This episode breaks down why fluency in fashion terminology isn't about memorizing a dictionary—it's about empowering yourself to get the wardrobe you actually want.In this episode, you'll discover:The three compelling reasons why style vocabulary mattersThe essential categories of style terms that cover everythingMy favorite "vocabulary building in the wild" tactics that turn regular shopping trips into effortless learning opportunitiesThe critical difference between just knowing words and knowing how to USE themWhy retailers play fast and loose with definitions—and how to use this knowledge to your advantage I hope this episode helps you see that becoming style-fluent isn't about perfection or knowing every single term out there. It's about giving yourself the tools to communicate what you want, find what you need, and recreate looks that make you feel amazing. Most importantly, you'll spend less time in those frustrating "nothing looks good on me" spirals and more time feeling confident in clothes that truly work for your body and lifestyle. Don't forget to submit your end-of-season style questions here.Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/ep-223 Feel festive & fabulous, not frustrated & frumpy! Join my FREE Zoom workshop on November 19th at 7 pm CST to learn:- What to wear for every type of event this season - even if you're hosting!- How to look better in holiday photos- The #1 secret to stress-free holiday style- Plus, get your holiday style questions answeredVisit youreverydaystyle.com/holiday to save your spot or to get the replay.
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Stop Making These 5 Fit Mistakes
is season, we're focusing on the fundamentals, and there's nothing more fundamental to your style than fit. In this episode, I’m breaking down the most common pitfalls I’ve seen over the years that make great wardrobes look just okay, instead of amazing. Fit mistakes are sneaky. They show up in the way sleeves hang, in how fabrics skim (or cling), in the numbers we get attached to, and in the “quick fixes” that actually make things worse. The good news? Once you know what to look for, these mistakes are easy to spot, and even easier to avoid.By the end, you’ll see fit differently—and that shift alone can change everything about how your wardrobe works for you. You’ll stop wasting money on “almost right” pieces, and start building outfits that feel good and look polished, straight off the hanger.In this episode:Why sizing up for a "relaxed look" doesn't work the way influencers say it willThe key info you should be looking for online to end up with clothes that fit wellWhat you need to know about sizingHow things like fabric content play a role in a garment's size and fitHow to look at tailoring as investment, instead of just an added expenseI hope this episode encourages you to slow down the next time you shop, and really look at how clothes fit on you. Try different cuts, pay attention to fabric, and practice spotting the small details that make the biggest difference. A little extra awareness here will give you more outfits you love, and a lot less stress in front of the mirror.Don't forget to submit your end-of-season style questions here.Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/ep-222Feel festive & fabulous, not frustrated & frumpy! Join my FREE Zoom workshop on November 19th at 7 pm CST to learn:- What to wear for every type of event this season - even if you're hosting!- How to look better in holiday photos- The #1 secret to stress-free holiday style- Plus, get your holiday style questions answeredVisit youreverydaystyle.com/holiday to save your spot or to get the replay.
Welcome to the show that teaches you everything your mom never did about getting dressed! The Everyday Style School inspires you to love the way you look everyday, and gives you the tools to make it easy. From understanding your body shape, to getting rid of clothes that no longer serve you, we give real style advice to women with real lives, real bodies, and real budgets.
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