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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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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Oct 10, 2015
2 min

Multitasking Makeup

A lot of women spend a lot of money on makeup throughout the year. It's a billion dollar industry, after all. But did you know you...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Oct 8, 2015
3 min

The Best Hairstyle For Your Profile

Choosing the best hairstyle for your profile can be daunting. How many times have you changed your hairstyle, only to find it doesn't...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Oct 6, 2015
2 min

Designer Name Pronunciation 101

You've done it more than once. Because some of them aren't pronounced the way they look. Those designer names, particularly the Italian...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Oct 6, 2015
2 min

Sustainable Fashion

There has been a growing movement towards ethical fashion since the horrific factory fire involving a prominent fast fashion manufacturer...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Oct 5, 2015
2 min

Will Yourself Well

Most of us can trigger our will. Especially when we really want something. That beautiful new home. The vacation in the Bahamas. It's...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Oct 2, 2015
2 min

What's All the Fuss About Coconut Oil?

Coconut oil is the most talked about oil on social media right now. It's right up there, if not surpassing, all the other "must-have"...

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Gail E. Meaker, Certified Style Coach TM, MIASC

Sep 30, 2015
2 min

Treat Beat-Up Feet

Feet take a serious daily beating. They're walking long distances. They're running. Most of the time we are on them. Yet somehow, we...

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