12.24.14

building a loungewear wardrobe

Hopefully, you’ll be getting some good relaxing-at-home time in the next week between Christmas and New Years. This is a good time of year to take a day and just stay in and […]
12.24.14

ask stylebook: daytime jewelry?

Julie: I just purchased a pair of sparkly, dangly earrings. The young woman who sold them to me seemed to think I could wear them during the day too. Is it okay to […]
12.23.14

what to wear: last-minute lbd

If you’re celebrating Christmas this week, time is running out to get your holiday looks together and New Years is a little more than a week away. If you’re still wondering what you’ll […]
12.22.14

the stylebook gift guide: cathy’s edition

Local stylist and personal shopper Cathy Starnes is a regular contributor to Alexandria Stylebook and founder of the wardrobe consulting firm, Style Speaks. Her taste is always on-point but she remains practical both […]
12.11.14

ask stylebook: leggings as pants?

Jenny: Should leggings ever be worn as pants? Cathy, Style Speaks: The style experts could debate this one all day long but, the way I see it, unless you are college age or […]
12.10.14

styling skirts and dresses in winter

Styling up skirts and dresses for the winter can be tricky. Between hosiery, footwear and layers, there are a lot of moving parts and many ways to go wrong. But by keeping things […]
12.08.14

what to wear: candlelight service

I love a good candlelight Christmas Eve service. The occasion calls for something cozy and warm to enjoy the glow of the candlelight but also festive for the time of year. I love […]
12.08.14

the stylebook top five

Every week we bring you the top five things we are loving. This week, the Stylebook Top Five includes holiday favorites: cashmere, fur and a lot of sparkle. But we want you to […]
11.25.14

what to wear: post-thanksgiving lounging

Thanksgiving weekend always involves some good lounge time, whether it’s a family breakfast ahead of the evening meal, an afternoon nap session after a mid-day feast or some relaxing time with leftovers after […]
11.24.14

the stylebook top five

Every week we bring you the top five things we are loving. But we want you to share yours with us too! Don’t forget to share your favorite things each week with #StylebookTop5 […]
11.24.14

thanksgiving traditions: a favorite family recipe

Growing up, our annual Thanksgiving get together included up to 120 family members. No, that is not a typo. My mom has three siblings and 23 first cousins and when you throw in […]
11.14.14

why are people talking about your clothes instead of you?

I often have women tell me that they want people to pay attention to them, not to their clothes. This is usually stated as a reason not to express their personal style or […]
11.11.14

ask stylebook: tree lighting look?

Alison: I am going to the tree lighting in New York this year and will be outdoors for hours. Any tips for staying warm AND looking stylish? Cathy, Style Speaks: The most important […]
11.10.14

the stylebook top five

Every week we bring you the top five things we are loving. But we want you to share yours with us too! Don’t forget to share your favorite things each week with #StylebookTop5 […]
11.10.14

what to wear: sweater weather

I recently wrote, on the Style Speaks blog, about sweaters, including my favorite resources, tips for buying and the essential extras for creating outfits around your sweaters. One of my favorite local resources […]


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