Author Archives: Lena

A jazzy bag made by a U.S. soldier

Posted on March 5, 2014 by Lena

As I walked into a meeting, this bag caught my eye. Then I learned the story behind it and I liked it even more! I’m sure a lot of women can relate to the work bag dilemma: you don’t want more »

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Cam Newton in your pants

Posted on February 28, 2014 by Lena

This was the title of an email I wrote to a new client. It unintentionally sounds sexual! (not professional) Which I thankfully realized right before sending…and therefore erased half of it. Do you write your subject before or after composing more »

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The Mexican skier + what you wear to work

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Lena

I want to talk about Hubertus von Hohenlohe, the slalom skier —Mexico’s only competitor in these Olympics—more specifically, his mariachi-inspired uniform. He is 55 years old and had little chance at winning a medal. That doesn’t seem to bother him as more »

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What will happen to this Old Navy sweater?

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Lena

You see this sweater? It was part of our Halloween road rally. (We won 1st place in the costume contest. :)) (After being forced to clean out his closet) Mike throws this sweater and says, “Do we have a Goodwill more »

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David Beckham—in the nude, maybe

Posted on January 28, 2014 by Lena

It’s almost Super Bowl time. While getting my car fixed today, I sat next to a man who gave great detail on the Super Bowl feast he was preparing—sounded delicious. I will actually be in Denver, hopefully avoiding the craaaazy more »

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These colors ‘go’ together.

Posted on January 22, 2014 by Lena

“I thought I’d look like a bruise,” said a client as I held up a new combo, she’d never thought to wear. Hmm, yes, bruises are black and blue (until they turn that gnarly green/yellow color) but that’s irrelevant in more »

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5 Tips on Choosing the Best Gifts + 2 Ideas

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Lena

Are you having yourself a merry little Christmas? In talking with friends, instead of total hysteria and stress, I’m hearing that people are actually enjoying this holiday season—relaxing and relishing in traditions. At the moment, that’s what I’m doing. It more »

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Working Buttonholes & Babies

Posted on November 21, 2013 by Lena

During a recent J.Hilburn training class, a new Stylist asked, “What is the reason for having working buttonholes on a sport coat?” (It’s a $25 up charge—and well worth it, if you’re into fashion…or want people to think you are.) more »

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Good Campaigns & Bad Ads

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Lena

Have you seen any of these? If yes, did you have a similar reaction? Fall is the most profitable season in retail. If you subscribe to any fashion magazines, you know that the September issue is massive. The publications try more »

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J.Hilburn Pop-Up Shop Now in SoHo

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Lena

J.Hilburn has a pop-up shop in SoHo! It’s only open for two weeks (and was set up in an even shorter time: three days!). See the feature on ELLE DECOR and watch the video on the transformation of a blank more »

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