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Recommitting to Recommitting to my Pre Pandemic Healthy Lifestyle
Ohhhh, you poor thing…. Let the internet see just how unhealthy you are, you skinny b%^&*….Are you sure you want to post this whine for the world to see? And would you like some cheese to go with that? A valid point from one of three women on the planet who can...
Life Hacks, Gen X & Pillowcases
Being of the Gen X Generation, I tend to think a tad skeptically about everything anyone from any other generation has to say. While we may have invented the internet, all the good music, survived being raised by wolves with nothing but sticks to play with, etc., we...
Dress-Spring Summer, Work-Fall Winter, Shop-All: A Case for Trends and Shopping Off Season
Working in fashion trends, the title of this post sums up my current sartorial state of mind. Having worked in retail product development, marketing, and brand management many years ago, I am using a lot of what I learned then that has been honed by years of working...
Where’s Waldo? I Mean Jennifer
If you’re scrolling through our social media posts or blog, you may see a noticeable absence of yours truly. Never fear, though. I am still here. I just don’t look like me. There’s no easy way to say it, so I’ll just rip the bandaid off: I have cancer. I am...
Feminine Power: Styling Wide Leg Pants
If you follow us on IG, you saw my post on one of my favorite trends for 2021 and beyond – Feminine Power. For those that may have missed it, or are new to AFL, I work in fashion trend analysis for an amazing company called, THE EDIT ADVISORY. I realize that “trend”...
Welcome to the 18th Iteration of What I Want to Be When I Grow Up
My first memories of what I want to be when I grow up include a ballerina and a veterinarian. The former I pursued for many years, while the latter lasted long enough for me to remember I was rather afraid of dogs. “Something in fashion” soon followed, as well...
Be Brave Enough to Suck at Something New
I love that saying. It helps me get over whatever it is I need to get over to push myself out of my comfort zone and go after things that scare me. Just embrace it. You are probably going to suck. At first. Then you will get better. Why would taking pictures on IG be...
Green Living: My Favorite Eco Friendly Products for a Sustainable Home
When it comes to green living, I am a solid Kelly. Not a dark shade, like a hunter or a forest, but deeper than a sage or other pastel hue. I am a strong, bright green that shows a commitment to our planet, but with enough yellow that shows I still have a lot more to...
How I Evaluate Trends & A Look at the Shacket
We talk a lot about trends here at AFL and at The Edit Advisory. It is my job to look at the runways, see emerging patterns, and help brands interpret those patterns for their target demographic. Arguably, most of the trends you see – from Neiman’s to Old Navy – are...