Tie One On

"I love this scarf; I just don't know what to do with it!" Sound familiar?

I hear this sentence all the time during Shop Your Closet and Wardrobe Overhaul services. It comes from clients who own scarves that range from cotton H&M scarves to the coveted Hermes silk scarf. My advice on "what to do" is dependent upon the size, shape, and pattern of the scarf, and the body proportions and personality of the client. 

As a starting point for soon-to-be clients - and a reminder for current clients - a step-by-step video on 4 easy ways to tie a rectangular silk scarf.

Care-Full

As I offer alteration suggestion while organizing women's closets, I am often asked to name the people trust to care for my clothing. I am always happy to share! 

ALTERATIONS

As You Like It is at the top of my list for alterations in Toronto. I have been going there for 4 years, and I continue to be amazed at the quality of their workmanship. They have two locations in Toronto:

92 Avenue Road ~ 416.962.4167

8 Craighurst Road ~ 416.486.6915 

DRY CLEANING
I found Queen Street Cleaners after two years searching Toronto for a cleaner I trust. Finally a dry cleaner who cares about my clothes, as much as I do! 
1390 Queen Street West ~ 416.533.5583

Wendy's New Ring

Wendy is seriously obsessed with her new ring made by Ashley Winnington-Ball. It makes her feel like a princess, and dresses up any outfit. She's been wearing it since she got it! For Wendy this ring is the perfect example of how what you wear affects how you feel.  While she wears this ring, Wendy feels like she can conquer the world!  Wendy loves this piece so much she now has her eye on two others - a beautiful crystal necklace and an architectural wire mesh cuff.

Size 12+ Heaven

Lola and Gigi is a size 12+ heaven! A client of mine recommended I check it out, and I am so grateful she did! In a world where clothing for curvy women is hard to find, and clothing for the size 14 to 16 woman even harder, Lola and Gigi is there to save the day.  The boutique owner, Laura, stocks  high quality clothing that is up-to-date, looks great on the rack, and even better on the body! You can buy online or book an appointment to view the clothes in her showroom.  I love to touch fabrics and see their true colours, so I made the trip to her showroom at the 427 and Finch.  I highly recommend this boutique for great clothing that will make the 12+ woman feel fabulous!

Wendy Woulds | bra fitting

This week's question submitted by Lesley M.

"What can girls with ALMOST nothing in the boobie department do for bras?"

Wendy Woulds: "I trust all my bra shopping to the lovely fitters at Melmira! They are bra specialists, and therefore each fitter has a fabulous knowledge of "boobies" of all different shapes and sizes. They will get you what you need!" ;)

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