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Fun Friday: Shampoo Optional

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 19:11:00 +0000

I read everywhere these days that celebs are big proponents of not washing their hair every day. Some are down to once or twice a week! Sounds kind of icky, but as a mom of a toddler with another baby due any day, I’ll take any shortcuts I can find. Plus, it’s supposed to keep your hair healthier and shinier because it doesn’t get as dried out.

I hate to admit it, but I just can’t follow through! The first day, I style my hair as usual, using just a tiny amount of product. The morning of the second day is usually fine; I touch up with a straightener and some hairspray, and can leave the house feeling pretty good. But by the end of the day, my hair is flatter than day-old champagne. Of course, no one else has ever mentioned that my hair looks a little limp, but I feel so incredibly self-conscious that I’m embarrassed for even my husband to see me!

I guess when you have a team of stylists, hair gurus, and other professionals at your beck and call to touch up any errant strays or limp-looking locks, the shower-optional look can work for you. As for me, I’ll see you in the shampoo aisle.

How to Wear Spring's Trends

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 02:52:00 +0000

Depression-Chic styling ruled the runways this spring, but those looks are far from wearable in your normal everyday life. Luckily, Yaya’s has a few key pieces that can bring the look to your wardrobe in a subtle way.

Nic & Zoe’s “flirt” skirt captures the high-waisted and belted look of the depression-chic look in a business-appropriate way. Wear it with an understated striped button-down shirt and heels, a few delicate gold chains, and heels.

For a more casual version of the look, try Tribal’s cargo pants and matching vest in earth. Layer a silky tank or satiny tee under the vest and wear it belted to show off your hourglass figure. Add a pair of gladiator sandals and a layered beaded necklace or floral brooch for a feminine touch.

Check back Friday for some fun hair and makeup trends to wear with these looks, and check out the rest of our site for more great spring looks.

The Great Depression Redux: Spring 2009

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 02:58:00 +0000

With the slumping economy and worsening global market “recession” and even “depression” are words we hear all too often. Appropriately, style.com has coined the term “depression-chic” for the 1920’s-inspired looks we saw on the Fashion Week runways.

Sheath dresses and sack dresses were adorned with utilitarian belts, fringe, and lots of layered necklaces, while waists dropped to hip-level on layered tops and jackets. Some designers even went the extra mile, using crinkled, smudged, or ripped fabric to really play up the depression-era feel.

Update

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 19:15:00 +0000

I just wanted to check in to give you a quick status update. After spending 36 hours in the hospital and ER with my 2-year-old, I'm going to take the rest of this week off for some emotional recovery time. I apologize for not getting any new articles out to you this week, but please check back Monday for more.

Jackets and Vests for Spring 2009

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 18:36:00 +0000

Like I've mentioned, I love to wear layers. What better way to stay warm in the cool weather or to add a bit of fun in the warm weather? You can change the entire look of a top by adding a jacket or a vest to it! Right now, I love these 2 pieces from Yaya's:

The first is a linen jacket from Tribal Sportswear. I love the bright blue color for it's cheeriness, and I love the easygoing silhouette for its laid-back attitude. I would wear this with khaki cropped pants or jeans and a vintage tee, with raffia sandals and a bunch of bangle bracelets.

The second is a hooded vest, also from Tribal Sportswear. I would wear this alone with Tribal's cropped pants in Earth on a hot day, or I would wear it over a white tee (long or short sleeve) with jeans on a cooler one. It would also look great over a lace or satin tank top for an evening out; the juxtaposition of the vest with girly textures and styling would be a fun way to play up the military feel of the piece.

Click around for more great spring jackets, vests, and sweaters, and check out our happenings page for great contests and specials.

Jackets and Vests for Spring 2009

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 02:55:00 +0000

I love layers, any time of year. Tanks, tees, cardigans, jackets, and vests…they’re so easy to mix and match for a variety of easy looks. So, I’m super-excited about suite101.com’s article that says that jackets and vests are going to be huge for Spring 2009.

On the runways, textures and silhouettes contrasted one another to show off the best of them all. Tight cropped leather mixed with a long and loose satin vest gives a sexy-but-sweet feeling (left). In the image on the right, a loose ruffled and ruched vest is paired with a sleek cropped jacket for a flirty look that’s still sporty. Bryan Reyes (center image) balances a menswear-inspired textured jacket with a silky tank top with feminine bead embellishments.

Wednesday’s article will show off a few of the pieces Yaya’s carries that fit this trend, so be sure to stop back then! Until then, browse the links above for some great spring looks.

The images above are courtesy of style.com.

How to Wear the Spring Color Palette

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 03:58:00 +0000

Jungle-inspired hues and prints will be big trends for Spring 2009, as we saw earlier this week. Nic & Zoe, a shopyayas.com favorite brand, carries a great selection of tops and dresses that bring the color story home.

The wrap top in natural, the mesh cardigan in berry, and the tie-front top in turquoise would be great additions to a work wardrobe. Each one brings a bright splash of color and a fresh silhouette to your Spring look. Try the wrap top with a tweed pencil skirt and a blazer or a cute pair of flare leg jeans. The cardigan would make a great layering; try it with a printed tank top and a solid tee in neutral or black. The turquoise tie-front top is an elegant looking top, perfect with simple black pants, heels, and silver bangles for a business meeting or lunch date.

These printed pieces are featured in earlier posts, so I won’t repeat myself, but I thought the pictures were worth showing again. From left to right, they are the “jungle dots” print top, “brushstrokes” dress, and “blue leaves” cardigan.

Click on the links for more information about any of the featured pieces, and take a look at our entire selection of Nic & Zoe pieces, including tank tops in some additional great spring colors.

The Spring 2009 Palette

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 21:07:00 +0000

The warm weather this weekend (at least here in the upper Midwest) has really gotten me excited for spring 2009 , so I am thrilled to start talking about trends for the new season. What better inspiration for spring than lush tropical colors and bright floral prints?

Coral, dusty pink, pistachio green, citron green, turquoise, lemon, and fuchsia are on Pantone’s list of colors, and Style.com shows lots of deep blue and grey combos, rose, beige, tangerine, and peach.

Patterns are either in-your-face tropical prints or soft and subdued florals. Forget dainty prints or polka-dots, though. No matter how bold or soft, the patterns are lush and large, but still look elegant when paired with neutrals or metallics.

Check out the pictures above from Fashion Week (courtesy of style.com) and stop back later this week to see a few great pieces we carry at Yaya’s that fit into these trends.

My Resolution

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 14:27:00 +0000

2009 is one-twelfth of the way over already. Can you believe that? I certainly can’t! I started off the New Year with the intent of changing my blogging format to make it a quicker read. I succeeded in doing that with my posts last month, but I didn’t bring you any new fashion advice or trends. I am sincerely sorry for that.

Starting next week, I will bring you a variety of short posts every few days. One will highlight a couture trend from the runways and show a few fun pictures of how the models pull it off. The next will show a few items we carry at Yaya’s that fit the trend and I’ll tell you how to incorporate them into your current wardrobe. The third one, probably posted on Friday, will be more fun to help you get ready for the weekend. I’ll answer reader questions or talk about common fashion no-nos, I’ll show you a few hot accessory or beauty trends, or I’ll post some of our new arrivals.

If there’s something you would like to discuss, please feel free to send me an email (just click the link) or fill out the form on the contacts page of the website. I’d love to hear from you, our valued Yaya’s customer.

Tell Us Your Pandora Story!

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 22:25:00 +0000

Yaya's started selling Pandora Jewelry 3 years ago. We have heard so many wonderful stories from our customers. We thought it would be a great tribute to Valentine's Day to share the stories. With your permission we will publish the stories so other customers will be able to share in your joy. So whether you gave a bead for a special life happening, or received a bead for doing something special for someone you care about-we want to hear your story!
There are a few ways to do this:
1. Bring your written story into Yaya's
2. Email your story to sales@shopyayas.com
3. Write your story in the 'comments' section of this blog.

More information on prizes will be coming soon, so subscribe to our mailing list or our RSS feed (icon to the left), or just check back here for more info

New Nic & Zoe!

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 19:58:00 +0000

One of my (and your, based on the great response we get to the product) favorite lines has just arrived! We have four new pieces from Nic & Zoe, designed by the fabulous Dorian Lightbown. Bright color and unique prints characterize these great new arrivals.

My favorite is the silk-and-cotton Brushstrokes dress. The light flowy fabric means it would look fantastic now under a black cardigan with black heels and black tights, or with the mesh cardigan in turquoise and strappy black or nude sandals for spring. The full skirt and belted waist make this a flattering and fun silhouette.

I’m also loving the Blue Leaves cardigan. The bold turquoise and brown leaf print is subdued enough for winter’s wardrobe, but would look great with the Also Perfect tank in turquoise for a bright pop of springy color. With nicely tailored brown pants or a cream pencil skirt, this cardigan can spice up a variety of looks.

Plus, be sure to check out the rest of the Nic and Zoe line for great deals and hot styles.

Help Others, Help Yourself

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 14:06:00 +0000

Choose the charity to receive the proceeds from your bracelet from the list below. Brighton is only available in-store, so stop in today for your Dream Peace Bracelet.

SEEDS OF PEACE
Empowering Youth to Become Leaders for Peace- Developing empathy, respect, confidence tolerance, mutual understanding, leadership, communication and negotiation skills to enhance cross-cultural communications in regions of conflict.

WOMEN FOR WOMEN
Promoting Peace in the Home- Promoting leadership to ensure violence prevention efforts are implemented and are developed for victims of abuse and violence against women and children.

USA CARES
Supporting Those Who Sacrifice for Peace- Supporting our military personnel and their families as they make the selfless sacrifice of service to our country-leaving their homes, families, friends and lives to defend the ideals of a nation.

ACTION AGAINST HUNGER
Ending Hunger to Create a Climate for Peace- Engaging in the fight to end hunger that endangers the lives of children, women and men in situations of war, conflict, natural disaster and poverty.

Coping with the Cold

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 03:46:00 +0000

Temps are supposed to hover somewhere between frigid and miserable for the rest of the week. That's great news if you love the look of hat hair and chapped skin, but not so nice for the rest of us. At least we have some great sale coats to help ease your pain! This tweed coat from Nicole Benisti is my absolute favorite cold-weather piece right now. The giant houndstooth pattern spices up a basic silhouette and color scheme, while the belt keeps it from being too bulky. It has a long hem, perfect for keeping out the chill. Accessorize with a bright hat, scarf, and gloves in your favorite hue, and you'll own the look.

Twill 22 Cordury Jeans

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 19:58:00 +0000

Everyone loves a sale, so I'm going to show off a few more of our sale merchandise this week. First up, baby-wale corduroy jeans in navy from Twill 22. They're soft, stretchy, and oh-so-comfortable, almost like a second skin. I love them for work with nude heels, a white button-down top, and bright accent scarf. You'll be polished and professional. They would be great for the weekend with brown flats and a white tank under a cozy brown sweater. I think I'm in love.

Shimmy and Shake

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 19:43:00 +0000

I'm loving this dress by Rojas right now. It's one of the newer pieces in our clearance section, and I think it's perfect for dancing the night away! It has a loose silhouette to flatter most body types; a light flowy fabric, made even more fun by the extreme shimmer and the pleats, and a high neckline so it's not too revealing. It would be gorgeous right now with a sheer black tights and ankle booties, or in summer with strappy metallic sandals. Click on the picture for more details.

Starting Saturday, January 10, take an additional 20% off all clearance merchandise online with code EXTRA20. Start shopping now, and save big on all your favorite designers.

Snow Day

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:54:00 +0000

Many of us living here in the midwest woke up this morning to a couple inches of snow on the ground. Though it's a beautiful sight, it's a huge hassle to deal with. Now is the time for a super comfy and practical outfit. My go-to is a tunic with leggings or skinny jeans tucked into waterproof boots. It's the perfect winter outfit- warm, cute, and with rubber or leather flat boots, your feet stay dry!

Check out Mac & Jac's quilted tunic, on clearance now. Stop by Yaya's for the best customer service on the web.

Is it summer yet?

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 13:56:00 +0000

I just found a few great pairs of flip flops from Douglas Paquette in the sale section, and now I'm dreaming of walking down a sandy beach on a hot summer day.

Reality check: it's 26 degrees and we're expecting a few inches of snow today. Yay.

Anyway, here are a few of my favorites right now. Click on the photo for a link to them directly on the site, or click the sale button above to see all our winter sale merchandise.

And remember Yaya's is the place for the best customer service on the web.

Winter Clearance!

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:22:00 +0000

Just want to get a word out to all of you…sale time has started at Yaya’s, both in store and online. Click on the “sale” button above or click here to check out all the newly-added merchandise. All of it is at least 30% off, and there are some great deals on things that you can still happily wear this winter.

Need a new coat? Find some by Compos’d, Nicole Benisti, and Karen Kane.

In need of pants? We have cords by Christopher Blue, jeans by Billy Blues, and tons more. Check them out now.

And remember Yaya’s is the place for the best customer service on the web.

Glam it Up!

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 20:30:00 +0000

December is here and Christmas, with all its fuss and festivities, is on-deck. What better time to fantasize about glamorous looks for holiday parties? Now is a great time to wear something a little more glitzy, rich, or extravagant than you normally wear.

Though the little black dress is always a good look, especially for a company party or a nice dinner, this is the time to add some sparkle! Stash your phone, lipgloss, and breath mints in a black satin purse covered with large black stones for a low-key addition, or toss on silver sandals with sequin accents and a silver shawl for a punch of shine. Or try a copper and black combo for an updated look. Lynn Ritchie makes a great shift dress with a print metallic layer under a sheer black one. The overall effect is one of shimmer and shine, rather than in-your-face metal.

If you prefer pants for your gathering (very tempting when the winter winds are whipping through), satin or wool are great winter-y options. I love a great satin wide-leg pant with mile-high heels and a jewel-tone cashmere sweater or sequin tank. The richness of the two fabrics make an otherwise-boring look fab and festive for your gathering. A few hot colors this year, aside from the classic red (try Sisters’ cocoon-style sweater in wine), are royal blue or purple (like Chaudry’s swing-style sweater).

Tired of black as your wardrobe staple, or looking for a super-glam look? Try metallics! A slim grey sweater or cardigan-and-cami combo looks great with a hematite-colored satin skirt and jeweled shoes, or with pale silver pants and heels. Chaudry makes a great sequin tank in silver or gold that adds a touch of sparkle to your look and is perfect with your favorite black pants or skirt.

Whatever you decide is the best holiday look for you, wear it well, and enjoy your holidays!

Heart Full of Joy

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 02:41:00 +0000

Just in time to purchase a heartfelt gift for your favorite aunt, your best friend, or even your mom or daughter, Yaya’s is offering a great promotion from Brighton. With any $100 Brighton purchase you’ll get a free heart chime engraved with the word “joy”. Not only is this a great value, you’ll have a beautiful keepsake for years to come.

The Brighton company prides itself on “the Brighton philosophy”, or the belief that details make all the difference. Each piece, whether a bracelet, photo frame, or handbag, is part of a coordinating line, and each piece has a defining detail. A handbag might have a photo frame attached or a ring might have a special engraving on the back. Brighton jewelry is created by the traditional process where each item is sketched out by hand and the designer follows the product through completion. This process allows for a level of quality unmatched by other manufacturers.

Brighton’s line consists of hundreds of products, but here are a few that I just love. The silver ID bracelet with “mother”, “sister” or “friends” engraved would be a great simple gift for the special ladies in your life. The heart to heart photo bracelet or necklace is perfect for showing off a treasured photo of a child or grandchild. The Serendipity clutch is a trendy but classic style with a fun print and great red hue. A key part of the Brighton philosophy is that all products are sold only in small independent stores, and are not available online. Yaya’s is a Brighton Heart store, so please stop by to see our selection. If you’d like to see the entire line, check out brighton.com.

A New Outlook

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:50:00 +0000

As Sherree wrote in her first post, "Fashion should be fun." This is the most important thing to remember when choosing an outfit. Far too often, I see people stressed-out, upset, or even frantic when shopping. I, too, am guilty of this fashion no-no. I can't tell you how many times I've thought "I can't go out tonight. My outfit isn't trendy enough." Or, "This skirt that was so adorable in the store is too dressy for work and too casual for the party." Or even, "Nothing looks good on me. I give up!"

But, I sat down today to do some research into winter trends, and I realized that clothing should be the wrapper on your body. It doesn't make you who you are. It isn't life-changing (though a great pair of heels can improve your outlook on life). It doesn't define you; it just enhances who you are and shows off what you love about yourself.

I made a decision today to never let my clothing be a cause for concern. My new motto is: If it is made well, fits well, and flatters my figure, there is no reason not to wear it. Not everyone can wear every trend well, so I need to find the ones that I can wear, and work them! Or, even better, I can take a trend and make it my own. Cutesy actresses like to wear leggings with hip-grazing tops and flats. Well, I'm only 5'2", and that formula would make me look like I'm 12 years old, so I've revamped the trend to work for me: I'll wear dark (read:slimming) skinny jeans with 2" heels to lengthen my legs and a top that hits below the hips to lengthen my torso. Instantly, I look longer, leaner, and more grown-up.

So, here is your assignment: find one trend that you can adopt and make "yours." Menswear? 40's-inspired suits? Red as your signature color? There's no limit when fashion is the choice!

Great Grey Days

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 03:17:00 +0000

There is one trend I keep coming across while shopping that I haven’t found mentioned in any runway recaps. Grey is still a hot, hot color, though it isn’t talked about much. I’m not sure why that is, though it may be that it’s become so popular it doesn’t need to be mentioned anymore. I was a little reluctant to put too much money into buying grey at first because I was afraid it would be a flash-in-the-pan. Turns out I was wrong. Grey is a great neutral, but it’s also a fun color all by itself.

Yaya’s just received a great collection of suiting pieces from Nicole Benisti in grey stripes. I’m loving them. They’re cut well, classy, and cute. The pants, vest, and jacket can be worn together as a suit, with printed shoes for a fun kick. Or mix the individual pieces with funkier items for a variety of looks. A bright button-down under the vest would be great with jeans for a weekend look, or with the pants for a put-together look that isn’t quite as formal as the whole suit. Colored shoes and chunky jewelry would complete the look perfectly.

Also check out the suit with skirt from Nicole Benisti in brown plaid. Love those, too!

Oh, Blustery Day

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 13:33:00 +0000

November is here, and along with it, the icy cold whipping winds and dreary rainy days most of us dread. But, like most things, there is an up-side: you can dust the mothballs off those cute coats and jackets in your closet, or you can splurge on a fun new one for the season! Coats are fun because they can change your look so easily; a bright print or pattern can make an otherwise-classic look a little more festive, or a sleek, tailored fit can help you feel more polished before heading off to work.

The big bold plaid pattern on these trench coats by Compos’d is sure to bring a smile to your face on even the coldest of fall days. In either black and ivory or brown and green, the coat is a winner. A tie belt cinches your waist to keep you from looking bulky, and the hip-length hem makes the coat perfectly fitted no matter where your travels take you.

Looking for more cozy-soft look? MINS sweater coats in cocoa and oatmeal are home-runs. The long silhouette helps keep you toasty from your head to your knees, yet the swingy open front won’t let you look too stuffy. With 2 patch pockets to store your mittens, you won’t end up like those three little kittens we all have heard so much about.

Tricky Threads’ quilted “Brooke” jacket is more feminine in its styling, and more cheery in color. The bright red quilted fabric is sure to keep the wind from nipping, and the tie-front closure and over-sized collar lend softness and style to the silhouette. Yaya’s carries a great selection of other coats, jackets, and sweaters, so click the links to look around.

Show Me Your Tatas

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:39:00 +0000

Breast Cancer Awareness Month ends this week. You may be thinking that it’s too late to do anything to support breast cancer research, but it definitely isn’t. Aside from being able to purchase special pink ribbon products anywhere from K-Mart to Nordstrom’s, you can buy adorable Save the Tatas tees and hoodies from Yaya’s. You’ll wear your breast cancer support on your sleeve (well, chest), and 5% of your purchase price goes to support breast cancer research.

The Save the Tatas line is more than the traditional pink ribbon on a black tee. Try confidence-boosters like “Bewitching Tatas” and “Fabulous Tatas” or more sentimental sayings like “Laughter Heals.” If you prefer some bling with your breast cancer support, check out the handful of tops with sparkly rhinestones.

Click on any of the images above to find out more information.

Confessions of a Fashion Blogger

noreply@blogger.com (Kelly VanHoveln) — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 02:40:00 +0000

I have a confession. I don’t like to shop. Strange, right? That’s not to say I don’t enjoy it when the planets are aligned, the weather is sunny, and my hair is perfect, but most days there are other places I’d rather be than cooped up in a store.

That’s part of the reason I love internet shopping: I can squeeze in 10 minutes looking at jeans while waiting for my coffee to brew, or I can browse winter coats for an hour while watching “Project Runway.” I can compare features between brands, select style options, and look for the best deal in pricing and shipping, all without leaving my recliner.

On those occasions that I am in the mood to shop in “bricks-and-mortar” stores, I have a handful of favorite places to visit, and an arsenal of tricks for making sure I get the best service and have the best time possible. I’d like to share a few of those with you.

First, do your best to find a place that suits your style. Are you plus-sized or petite? A boutique that only carries normal sizes and lengths probably won’t be able to offer you very much. Do you like really fashion-forward, edgy pieces? Find a place that caters to your need to be on the cusp of new fashion, rather than someplace that carries more classic looks. Do you want to look stylish without blowing the bank, fashionable without being a slave to trends, and youthful without looking immature? Check out Yaya’s! (You’re already here on our site; browse around and let us know what you think.)

Now that you’ve found a place to shop, how do you make the most of your shopping trip? If at all possible, try to shop at off-peak times. I know that’s much more difficult to do for some of us than others, but there’s nothing better than blowing a vacation day in a cute downtown shopping area, grabbing a fancy cup of coffee, getting your nails done, and browsing the stores just for fun. If you can’t make it during the week, try to stop in first thing in the morning on a Saturday, before the crowds hit and the chaos sets in. If you can, make an appointment to shop so that you’re guaranteed time with a sales associate. As a bonus, you could find yourself hitting it off with her and making a great new friend with the inside scoop on new designers and great deals. If there’s a designer you love, find the store that carries the largest selection of that line and give the sales associate your information. Most stores are more than happy to call a customer when new arrivals come in, and some will even hold a few pieces in your size until you can get there. Be open to trying things that don’t look like your typical style. Some of my favorite pieces of clothing are things that I passed up on the rack a time or two before finally giving them a chance. Trust the staff when they bring you piece to compliment something you’re already trying on. They know the merchandise and they’re really just trying to help you out. And, if you can (self, take note) don’t shop when you’re rushed, angry, or irritated. You need to be in a positive state of mind to truly evaluate an item of clothing, and you may need to try on half a dozen different black tanks in various sizes and styles before you find the perfect one. Really take the time to be sure what you’re about to buy is something you’re actually going to wear. What’s the use in having a closet full of jeans if you always go back to one or two favorites?

Finally, these might seem unimportant, but they’re huge: be polite to the staff, and pick up after yourself. If you want great service, be someone they want to give great service to. Would you want to be helpful to someone who barely acknowledges you, or would you want to shop in an area after someone left a huge pile of clothes on the floor? Just use some common courtesy when you’re out and about, and you’ll be sure to get that returned to you tenfold.

Happy shopping! Stop back next week when we take a look at some great coats for the upcoming winter.