The best dressed people mix it up. Experiment by pairing designer duds with cheap trendy pieces and something borrowed from your mom or grandma's jewelry box.
-Ali
Tipsy
by Ali
Remember that style is very different from fashion. Find what works for you whether it be classic, eclectic, edgy, romantic and go full throttle.
-Ali
by Jenna McCarthy
I didn’t know before, but now I know that a good night’s sleep is seriously underrated.
by Ali
Play up your good parts. Great gams, buff biceps, a long neck, a pretty face or beautiful hair need to be highlighted by your outfit.
-Ali
by Ali
If you don’t have time to bake, buy a cake and cover them in fondant to match your party colors or theme. It will take the pressure of you at dessert time.
by Ali
Don't buy for sale sake. Sales can be deadly to your pocketbook. Only buy sale items that you will actually wear. Question yourself, "Do you need another black sweater or black pants even if they are on sale for $30?"
-Ali
by Ali
Wear only the trends that suit you. If pink is the color of the season (like it is mine) then by all means, buy plenty. But if the newest color drains your face sallow yellow then walk away - fast!
-Ali
by Jenna McCarthy
I didn’t know before, but now I know that kids grow up as fast as people say they do. My sister always says, “The days are long but the years are short.” She’s a genius.
by Ali
Excessive details can add weight. Patch pockets, ruffles, big buttons, epaulettes, wide collars-they all add extra "weight" and accentuate what you have underneath.
-Ali
by Jenna McCarthy
I’ve never understood why “they” can put a man on the moon but they can’t cure baldness, invent stockings that don’t rip or figure out how to craft a self-cleaning litterbox that actually works. Get on it, people.
by Ali
Accessories can turn a plain-Jane outfit into a stunning success. A beaded necklace or a silky scarf in your favorite color can change your work wardrobe into a sexy date look. Accessories are the most important experiment when developing your own style.
-Ali
by Ali
An invite option-burn a special CD to accompany the invite and print out a photo cut to size to fit in the CD jewel case.
by Ali
Tired of stringing popcorn or hanging lights? Create a fruit garland by using a long, heavy duty needle and colored twine and pushing it through kumquats, kiwi or other small fruit and dangle from a chandelier or mantle.
by Juliet Kaska, celebrity trainer
Fuel the fire. It is important to eat a nutrient rich breakfast first thing in the morning in order to give you energy so that you can burn calories all day long.
by Ali
Remember that you are worth full price. Don't hesitate buying an awesome jacket if the price is just a tad high. You always end up wearing what you love more often. And when you love something, you feel great and suddenly the compliments start pouring in.
-Ali
by Ali
Always try clothes on. All designers cut differently and even the same designer may have different fits from skirts to pants. You want clothes that fit and flatter not just scream color or the designer name.
-Ali
by Ali
A-Line skirts are THE answer to just about everybody type. Whether you're curvy, slender, have hips, want a waist or trying to hide your thighs. An a-line skirt will create a waist, fall nicely to your knees and hide a myriad or body flaws.
-Ali
by Ali
Stop showing off your thong when you bend over. There are low rise thongs and panties available. I love versions from Victoria's Secret, Cosabella and Barely There.
-Ali