I worked in retail for about 15 years. It’s hard to believe it was that long. Clearly I enjoy the industry otherwise I would have been out long ago. I enjoyed helping women find an outfit for everything from a to a hot date out, to a wedding appropriate look, to finding the perfect pair of jeans. There’s a feeling of accomplishment when you get to help a women feel better about herself or assist her in solving…
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I am a sucker for shiny new things. I love bringing home a new find and adding it to my wardrobe, however, sometimes my wallet doesn’t like my lust for new. My Style Common crew put me to the challenge…a shopping challenge that is. Buy a new outfit (minus shoes) for under $50. This is what I came up with. Blouse: Winners $16, Skirt: thrifted $12, Belt: thrifted $3, Clutch: Winners $8, Necklace: Forever 21 $7 Total =…
If I was to write my fashion story so far, it would go something like this…. Once upon a time a little girl in the Prairies found herself gazing upon her mother’s issues of Vogue and dreaming about what a life in fashion must be like. With her curiosity heightened, she begged her parents to let her model. After some thought and discussion, the little girls wish was granted. From the time she was ten until she was sixteen, she modeled…
Congratulations to… Areta Wong! You are the lucky winner of the Brave Leather Dani bucket bag. I am happy to announce an amazing giveaway with one of my favorite Canadian brands… One lucky Prairie Girl reader will win this beautiful Brave Leather Dani bucket bag worth $286 CAD. To enter to win: a Rafflecopter giveaway Terms and Conditions: This contest is open to residents of Canada and The United States. All entries must be in by midnight…
What I love about personal style is, well, that it’s personal. Our style is how we can express who we are or even what we’re feeling. My style can change day to day based on so many factors…weather, my mood, what my day entails, etc. I once overheard someone say “knits aren’t chic”. She went on to say that they are unflattering on most people and that if you are truly stylish that tailored clothes are the only acceptable…
