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A new edition of “Fabulous Finds” has launched on The Ideal Closet’s blog page, and with the start of Spring, this post is sure to excite the inner minimalistic in all of us.

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With “Fabulous Finds”, our stylist will show you how to create the perfect outfit with the season’s hottest new designs ( & BONUS… you’ll be able to shop each piece & add to your own wardrobe!).

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Continuing with our series “Wear Now, Wear Later” is a fun little skirt from Scotch & Soda. In this post, we will show you how to style this one skirt for two different seasons making it a more versatile piece in your wardrobe and a worth while investment.

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2021 SPRING FASHION TRENDS

Spring is quickly approaching, and I believe we are all ready for the warmer weather and colorful fashions that are just around the corner. Here is a collection of The Ideal Closet’s top 8 trends for spring/summer 2021, and hopefully this trend forecast helps you as you start to think about what you will want to invest in for the upcoming season.

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Click on the link to learn how to style a beautiful white blouse for both winter and summer making it a much more versatile piece and well worth the investment.

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Here are 5 tips to help you re-create the wardrobe you already have into fresh new looks that will have you looking sensational this season!

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Spring/Summer 2020: Get the Look for Less!

With Springtime in full bloom and our two months of quarantine coming to an end, it is time for us to get out of our sweats and workout gear and discover the new trends of the season. However, times are tough and getting that new look may look a little different now for most us, so why don’t we try to get the look for less!

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Finding the Best Jeans for Every Body Type

Finding the best pair of jeans to flatter and fit your body can be a daunting task, but with this guide at your disposal, there is no need to panic. I’ve done the research and after dressing hundreds of different body types, I’m giving you a sneak peak into how a stylist’s knowledge can help you and your wardrobe.

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Beach Vacation Packing List

Vacation time is upon us, and with the escalating temperatures outside, everyone will be seeking solace on pristine, white sandy beaches surrounded by refreshing, crystal clear waters. While we spend months day dreaming of such a trip, packing for your vacation doesn’t usually spark as much excitement as the trip itself, so I’ve created “The List”. “The List” is a new series I will be sharing on this blog, and it will be a collection of various “lists” focused around style, fashion, and home organization. This month’s edition is a collection of some of my favorite things to add to any beach vacation packing “list”.

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Style Selections- 2019 JUNE BEACH VACAY

Summer vacation season is finally here! Time to celebrate this season of fun in the sun with a little R&R. Why not go to the beach?! Where time doesn’t matter and counting calories becomes a thing of the past. Done are the cold, dreary months of winter weather. Now, warm temperatures and the sun will become your new best friends. This upcoming Memorial Day weekend, we celebrate the brave men and women who served our country with our family and friends. Some of us will also spend the weekend traveling because this holiday also marks the beginning of the 2019 summer beach vacation season, so why not celebrate the start of the new season with a little retail therapy. Your suitcase will thank you for it!

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Summer 2017

It's summer time!  Time to break away from the norm and treat yourself to a relaxing vacation at the beach.  Follow me as I explore life at the beach and showcase my favorite summertime fashion and accessories.

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