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Gail E. Meaker, Professional Style Coach TM, MIASC

Apr 1, 2017
1 min

Embroidery Is Having It's Day

I can't even remember the last time I saw embroidery on anything, save my great grandmother's handkerchiefs and doilies. I learned how...

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Gail E. Meaker, Professional Style Coach TM, MIASC

Mar 28, 2017
2 min

What's Trending Now: Chroming

Applying makeup has definitely not been a simple process lately, with all the strobing and highlighting and contouring techniques we've...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Mar 15, 2017
2 min

Spring 2017 Trend Report

Spring is probably the farthest thing from your mind right now, what with all the snow storms in the east and the seemingly never-ending...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Feb 8, 2017
1 min

Deconstruction Fashion

Deconstruction fashion isn't an entirely new concept. It was first seen in the 1970's for a brief period, then again in the 80's. ...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Jan 8, 2017
2 min

Get Into Greenery

Now that the holidays are behind us, we can anxiously look towards spring. This spring especially, we are going to see a resurgence of...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Oct 19, 2016
2 min

Draping is Back In

Draping is the new thing. Well, not really. It's back again. It's more or less a circular thing, like fashion that keeps on returning....

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Jul 15, 2016
3 min

Get Into Rose Gold

In the cyclical world of fashion where we see trends from 20 or 30 years ago come back around again it's refreshing to see something...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

May 20, 2016
2 min

Bee Venom Beauty

What's all the buzz about bee venom lately? Well, it's become the latest beauty ingredient to gain a celebrity following by none other...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

May 7, 2016
2 min

Looking Glass Skin

Thanks to the latest skincare products straight from South Korea, you can now have dewy skin that appears to glow from within. I call it...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Apr 19, 2016
2 min

The Latest Thing Is Sandbagging.

There's a new makeup trick around and it's really gaining ground. At least, in celebrity makeup artist-land, it's becoming quite...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Mar 29, 2016
2 min

Introducing Greige

There's a new shade in town and it hasn't been around. Until now. It isn't beige. Don't call it grey. The official term is "Greige"....

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Jan 13, 2016
6 min

Mature Makeup

As our skin ages we begin to notice subtle changes in skintone, moisture content, and definition. Every decade brings new challenges...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Jan 6, 2016
2 min

Trends To Be Seen In This Spring

The Spring 2016 runways were overflowing with new trends and artistic ideas inspired from years past. Girly girls will be thrilled with...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Nov 26, 2015
1 min

Going For Gold

You may think gold is old. And until recently, it was. But like any fashion trend, it's back. I can't imagine why not! Back on trend...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Oct 27, 2015
1 min

Effortlessly Dress To Impress

Always looking "put together" doesn't have to be daunting. With just a little planning, you can always look your best. Think, prepare,...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Oct 25, 2015
2 min

Practicing Reframing

As women we can be our own worst enemies. We are bombarded daily with images of "perfect" bodies. Lingerie models, beautiful singers and...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Oct 22, 2015
2 min

BB, CC or DD. Which is Which?

It's not enough to just buy foundation now. Oh no. There's much more to add to your makeup arsenal. There's tinted moisturizer and...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Oct 20, 2015
1 min

Statement Lipstick

Did you know your go-to lip shade makes a statement about your personality? The colour you feel most comfortable wearing speaks volumes...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Oct 16, 2015
3 min

Tailor or Trash?

Wardrobe decluttering can be a daunting task. It can also be an emotional experience for people who have difficulty letting things go. ...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Oct 13, 2015
1 min

Defining "Street Style".

In case you're not familiar with the term, you're probably already wearing it, especially if you live in North America or Europe. The...

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