Another collaboration between the talented interior designer Yvonne Blacker and me!
Urban and chic, both this room decor and these outfits are for the budget-conscious fashionista!  Both collections were put together on a shoe-string budget. You don't have to spend a lot to look great!  For more home ideas, check out Yvonne Blacker's blog at http://designvignettes.blogspot.com/

MA Fashion Swap Event-Applaud Women

Weddings was the topic for tonight's segment of The Clothes Line.  Our fabulous panel of experts included:

• Boutique owner Michelle Corey of Carina and Co in Andover, MA http://www.carina-co.com/index.html
• Event Planner Monique Johnson of Monx Design House http://www.monxdh.com/
• Boutique owner Merit Tukianien of Night and Day, Andover, MA http://www.nightanddaylingerie.com/
• The very talented designer Harper Della Piana, Seams, www.seamstheshop.com
• Boutique stationary store owner Trish Martini of Soiree http://www.soireeonline.com/

...and of course my amazing co-host Dayanne Danier www.dayannedanier.com


Listen to the archived show and learn how to put together a perfect & stress-free wedding!

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/susan--kanoff

I recently responded to a blog entry on The Step Mom's Toolbox regarding weight gain and taking back your "power".  http://thestepmomstoolbox.com/taking-back-my-power-for-my-health/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+thestepmomstoolbox%2FvVEl+(The+Step+Mom%27s+Toolbox)

Here's my advice...
Many of my clients have gained weight and are very unhappy with the way they look. Our bodies change over time and some of us will never be a size 8! Sometimes it’s just the way we’re built or the way our metabolism functions. My advice is to stay healthy—eat well, exercise, and take GOOD care of yourself no matter what your size is. And of course, my focus is on clothes. I truly believe that women of all sizes can look gorgeous. It’s a matter of knowing what styles and colors are flattering.
So many women put off buying themselves clothes because they’re “waiting” to lose 15 pounds –but guess what? That may not ever happen, or it may take longer than expected! Dress your best NOW! Not only will you look & feel great, but it will motivate you to eat less & exercise. When you’re feeling frumpy, you’re more apt to go after the Oreos!

Fun & Flirty by Fashioncoach featuring flower ring

Silver Polish, Purple Pizazz by designvignettes on Polyvore.com

This purple and silver collection is my second outfit to room collaboration with the amazing interior designer Yvonne Blacker  http://www.yvonneblacker.com/
Purple Orchid and Oyster Gray are two colors you’ll see a lot of according to the Pantone Fashion Color Report for Fall 2010. Bits of black, shiny silver and a hint of gold add drama to this fun and flirty combination. When adding these colors to your home, mix playful
and trendy accessories with
classicly styled silhouettes. Check out Yvonne's blog http://designvignettes.blogspot.com/ for creative & beautiful home decorating ideas!