Myth: A layered look is impossible in summer heat. Truth: A look of depth and polish is very possible even in summer heat. Layering clothing can give an outfit some depth and polish when done correctly with lightweight and fitted items. It also gives a great...
Meira Schneider-Atik
No Hiding Allowed – What Lies Beneath
Myth: Underwear is not seen and so it doesn’t matter. Truth: Underwear is the foundation of your look so it DOES matter. Before putting up any kind of building, builders have to put together a solid foundation for it. Otherwise, the building will fall apart....
No Hiding Allowed – Colors That Don’t Love You
Myth: If a color doesn’t flatter you, you mustn’t wear it at all. Truth: You don’t have to eliminate all colors that don’t flatter you. Color is an essential part of looking great. It brightens things up and lifts our mood. If a color flatters you, it’s that much...
No Hiding Allowed – To Shop or Not to Shop?
Myth: For a special event, you absolutely have to buy a new outfit. Truth: It’s not necessarily required.The above myth was once not a myth. There was a time when a woman needed a new outfit for any event because “everyone’s seen me in that.” And while societal...
No Hiding Allowed – For Single Women…
Myth: If a woman is single and looking to get married, she needs to lose weight and have a certain look. Truth: All women need to work on themselves and their well-being in good, healthy, productive ways. Many years ago, my mother-in-law told me about a friend who...
Curly Hair Myths Debunked
No Hiding Allowed Real-world style tips so you can show up with confidence.Myth: Curly hair is ugly, messy, impossible to manage, etc. Truth: Curly hair is none of the above. It’s beautiful and can be easy to manage with the right information. Today we are going to...
Function AND Fashion- Keeping Warm in Cold Weather, Part 2
Myth: Your winter clothes need to keep you warm and nothing else. Truth: Your winter clothes can and should look good too. Last month, I covered outerwear. I stand by what I said - the most important thing about your coat, boots, and other outerwear is that they...
Function OVER Fashion – Keeping Warm in Cold Weather, Part 1
Myth: Your outerwear has to make you look your best. Truth: If it makes you look good, that’s fine, but it has to protect you first and foremost. Looking great is important. However, health and safety are a part of great style as well. Perhaps even the most...
No Hiding Allowed: My Un-Ode to the Turtleneck
Myth: Turtlenecks are flattering on most women. Truth: Turtlenecks are NOT flattering on most women. As a girl, my mom would often dress me in turtlenecks but I was never comfortable in them. I didn’t like the sensation around my throat. Later, as an adult, I...
No Hiding Allowed: How to Dress a Curvy Bust
Myth: Large breasts need to be hidden under larger tops. Truth: Large breasts need to be covered but not hidden. Recently, I’ve noticed people on my social media feed discussing how they were taught that larger breasts are not dignified and must be hidden away. Ouch!...