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Dozens of Ways to Get a Long, Lean Look With This Outfit Formula

I was recently admiring a fashion “uniform” that I decided to wear more often. So for today’s style tip, I’m offering this outfit formula to inspire you as well. Take a look in your closet to see what items you have that can be combined using this idea. I have come up with a couple dozen combos below to help you get started with your own variations on this theme.

Here’s the Style Tip:

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How to Wear Fringe Pieces: Outfit Ideas & the Chance to Win a Free Gift!

One of the trends for Spring/Summer 2022 is fringe. It may seem like a fringe kind of style, but actually it’s pretty classic. That’s because it shows up on just about anything. I decided to take a look at how to wear fringe pieces that I have in my wardrobe. In the process, I came up with lots of outfit ideas to share with you. Age doesn’t matter.

I’m also happy to announce that I’m offering a free gift to a lucky winner! It’s a matching set of a fringed cuff and a sequined maxi skirt. All subscribers to Your True Self Blog are automatically entered to win. If you have not yet subscribed, be sure to do so now. You can use the subscription form at the top of this page or the one in the right sidebar. Entries will be accepted for the next month and the winner be randomly chosen. You can find details on the giveaway, including photos of the prize, at the end of this post.

And Now, Let’s Get Some Ideas on How to Wear Fringe Pieces in Our Outfits

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Your True Self Blog’s Top 10 Most Popular Posts of 2021

It’s always interesting to see what the most popular posts were from the year before. What women want to know becomes clear as well as how lifestyles are changing. In my top 10 most popular posts of 2021 for instance, here are some things I learned:

  • It seems that women wonder “what colors go with olive??”
  • There are special items of clothing that seem to be only for special occasions; but I think women are always happy to find out ways to wear them casually for any day they feel like it.
  • In fact, since the Covid pandemic, comfort rules!
  • Although women are interested in being sexy, they want to be comfortable at the same time.
  • That brings me to the idea of body-conscious clothing. Who wants to sacrifice comfort and confidence to be sexy? Not men and not women either. Modesty is important to a sexy look that goes outside the house.
  • Layering is important for warmth and for style too, but it’s a tricky skill to master.
  • Kimonos are a beloved style element. Therefore, I would advise everyone to have at least one!
  • Designing a blazer without sleeves was a genius idea that created a cool look for warm-weather business…and then evolved into styles for every other occasion as well!
  • Women want freedom and youth. So I always try to show how age doesn’t matter!

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The Beauty Spotlight Team Memorial Day Edition Features a Roundup of 5 Bloggers

The Beauty Spotlight Team (BST) Memorial Day Edition is available to you right here. It features a roundup of posts by five bloggers, including me. Choose your favorite topics below. Then just click on the link to read the full article. Check back each week to see what’s new!

Now that I’ve joined the BST, my blog schedule is a bit different. My plan is to publish my weekly BST post by midnight Eastern Time each Saturday to be delivered to my subscribers at 5 am on Sunday. I’m moving up my True Self blog post a day. I’ll publish it by midnight or so on Wednesdays and it will be delivered to my subscribers at 5 am on Thursdays.

I hope you will subscribe to help support my blog. Besides, when you subscribe you will get a free PDF of my Kaftan Style Guide. There is a drop-down form at the top of my home page and a subscription form in the right sidebar. So choose either way, whatever is easier for you. Thank you in advance!

Here is The Beauty Spotlight Team Memorial Day Edition:

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How to Look Cute When You’re Just Lounging Around

Whether you’re working at home or relaxing on weekends, you can still look good — even when no one’s looking.  Just for you…your true self…body, mind and soul…to be comfortable and beautiful.  So I’m going to share with you my ideas on how to look cute when you’re just lounging around.  Age doesn’t matter.

Since I’ve been working at home writing a fashion blog, I don’t need to get dressed for work anymore.  I’m around the house a lot.  And, of course, I just want to be comfortable.  It’s time to dress down.

Yet I still like to play with colors, scarves are my signature piece, and I like to add a cool piece of jewelry or more.  As always, I don’t like to wear the same thing twice; I like to create endless combinations of what I have.  Yet I have some favorite combos, such as a tunic with skinnies or a maxi with a t-shirt.  And the best thing is:  I love my jeans.

What do you wear when you’re just hanging around the house?  Do you wear sweats or jeans and a tee?  Are you tired of the same old thing and feel like you’re ready for some new inspiration?  Do you want to look great while you lounge in comfort?

Well then, let’s explore:

How to Look Cute When You’re Just Lounging Around

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