Did you know that anxiety disorders top even Depression, taking the lead as the most common mental illness in the U.S.? These disorders affect a whopping 40 million adults, which accounts for 18.1% of the U.S. population, according to the ADAA. And some anxiety disorders are twice as common in women as they are in […]
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Smart Girls Rule: Put on a Happy Dress
We all know that an accumulation of stuff is certainly not the road to happiness. But did you know that you may, unwittingly, be dressing yourself into Depression? While causation may not be able to be proven, psychologists have uncovered a definite correlation between Depression and how you dress — as well as happiness! Emotional […]
Smart Girls Rule: 3 Great Reasons to Consider a Minimalist Approach to Clothing
A growing number of Americans are embracing the beauty of minimalism, particularly when it comes to their closets. As much flak as they get in some arenas, this definitely seems to be an area that Millennials are getting spot on. Whether you’re a member of that up-and-coming generation or you’re a Boomer or a member […]
Expanding Your Wardrobe: The Importance of Accessories
If you’re concerned about getting bored or looking bland with a minimalist or even a capsule wardrobe, then we have a word for you: accessories. When you invest in high-quality, designer pieces, the last thing you want to do is to purchase items that can only be worn one way or for a single season. […]
Tips When Shopping for Your Body Size
In addition to shopping with your basic body type in mind, it can also be helpful to keep your size in mind — and by size, we mean both height and weight. Of course, you can’t make yourself taller or shorter, but you can create the illusion of less extreme dimensions by carefully selecting clothing […]
Why Some Clothes Stay in Your Closet – And What You Can Do About It, Part 2
If you’ve ever wondered why you repeatedly wear only a small percentage of the clothes which you actually own, the explanation is simple: it boils down to habit. We discussed how habit affects our “functional wardrobe” in Part 1. Now that you hopefully understand why you (in all probability) initially chose the pieces you’ve made […]
Why Some Clothes Stay in Your Closet – And What You Can Do About It, Part 1
Both minimalists and maximalists are motivated by pleasure; they simply differ in their perception of what gives them pleasure: minimalists derive pleasure from owning fewer items (but ones that they truly value), while maximalists are pleased with a greater number of possessions. Whatever way you lean, though, you probably only wear a certain limited number […]
Shopping for Your Body Type – Savvy Shopper Tips
Have you ever wondered why a certain outfit can look terrible on you even when it looks great on the model in the magazine, a mannequin at the mall, or even your best friend or colleague? The issue isn’t with the outfit itself — or even the designer. How attractive an article of clothing comes […]
3 Ways Your Clothing Choices Can Impact Your Life
Besides the fact that public nudity is generally frowned upon (nevermind illegal in most areas and instances), clothes may seem like a relatively insignificant aspect of your life. However, studies show that what you wear actually impacts other areas — probably more than you realize they do. The phrase “dress for success” may be more […]
Making High Fashion Clothing Affordable for You: Penny Pincher Boutique
Perhaps you’ve always loved the idea of having a designer wardrobe, but you’ve never quite been able to justify the expense. Well, we have a few suggestions for you to consider as you evaluate future clothing purchases. We think you’ll start to realize that high-quality clothing is actually well worth your money. Evaluating the Cost […]
