Author Archives: Lena

Brands That LOVE Water

I am happiest when I…live by, vacation on or are close to, water. In an article I once read about finding your passion, it stated that one of the questions to ask is: “What really upsets you about the world?” more »

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“Be Yourself. Everyone Else Is Taken!”

You may have seen this little message years ago as an email from a friend. I stumbled upon it this morning and liked it so much, I wanted to share. Happy Monday! Lena   “You don’t have to actually answer more »

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A Man’s Wardrobe Essential

3 clues: 1. I can be worn to any occasion 2. Some people think I’m boring 3. I eventually turn a different color Answer: A white dress shirt Next, what animal am I? I live in the rainforest… Kidding! If more »

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Our Titanic Party Outfits

On Saturday, I attended a Titanic party. (You know it was the 100th year anniversary of the ship’s sinking!) It was amazing—impeccably thought out in every detail. From the first class passenger ticket invitations, to the different menus at each more »

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Adorable Spring Jacket for the Rain

I just checked the weather and the next 10 days look to be full of sunshine. So I find it completely appropriate to then write about rain coats. ha. Basically, I just want to share an adorable rain coat that more »

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“In the not too distant future”

I just watched The Hunger Games…AMAZING! It was one of those rare moments when as soon as the movie ended, I wanted to watch it again. Before saying too much more, I want to address the fashion of the “not too more »

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Fashion Star, Instant Gratification

“You can be a wanna be or an about to be.” —John Varvatos I just watched the premier of Fashion Star. Have you seen their print and media advertisements? They’ve been running for what feels like, forever…and now I understand more »

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Local Love: Jewelry in Los Angeles

Hi there! Lots of changes and new beginnings happening: I moved! I have a new office too! (I didn’t love painting it!) I’ve been teaching a class every weekend! I’ve started a new collaboration with a very cool brand…details and more »

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Lessons from the Style Classroom

Each January, I attempt to do a major cleanse of work files. This year, I found myself stumbling upon binders from my Personal Stylist certification classes and thought its contents might be really helpful to people. It’s one thing to more »

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‘Animal print pants outta control!’—LMFAO

Do you like animal print? Do you like animals? Do you want to have both in your life? While watching a movie on Christmas night (yes, National Lampoons Christmas Vacation…on TV = lots of commercials), I for some reason became more »

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