I may live in a small Texas town, but I sure have a lot of chic friends. I was lucky enough to be invited to a luncheon and style show this afternoon for the City Federation of Women’s Clubs. This […]
Is it just me, or is anyone else excited to see the comeback of gaucho pants? Or is it culottes? Whatever they are called, I just love them. To me, they are the perfect fusion of practicality and flirtiness. They […]
Before I wrote QStyle with Janna, I looked at shopping in a completely different way than I do today. To be honest, it wasn’t much fun. Oh, don’t get me wrong, I actually like to shop. But back then I’d […]
Tim Flanagan, master photographer and owner of Solas Gallery in Salado, Texas, gazes through a viewfinder with an artist’s eye. But after decades of working with clients, he is still saddened by many folks who are reluctant to have their […]
Last week I told you I would be contacting a professional photographer to give us tips on how to pose for better photographs. I’m waiting to hear from my friend, Tim Flanagan of Solas Gallery, in Salado, TX. In the […]
Relax your lips. Close your mouth. Chin down. Shoulders back. Face tilted to the camera. Eyes open wide. NOW SMILE — Click! Raise your hand if you are always 100% happy with photographs that are taken of you…either by […]
This morning I was trying to get ready and I could not, for the life of me, find my blush. Does anyone else have this problem? My cosmetic drawers are so crammed, I can hardly open them. Then when I […]
Searching for clothing for a wedding, anniversary, birthday, prom, class reunion? We all have special events that warrant a new outfit. I recently took my daughter shopping for her bridal gown. Before we went, I asked Janna for her expert opinion […]
What would you do if you were a first year law student and your great-grandfather left you a $5,000 inheritance? Furnish your apartment, pay your next tuition bill, buy a car? It must have been a no-brainer for 24-year old […]
As a writer, I am constantly reminding myself to “write fresh.” Which means no stale cliches, no tired redundancies — go for the unexpected, because that’s what gets noticed. It’s the same with dressing. Dress Fresh…which means avoiding the same […]
Sharon White, co-author of Quintessential Style: Cultivate & Communicate Your Signature Look
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