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Cooler temperatures signal the arrival of fall—time to get your wardrobe ready for the season ahead. If you're aiming to simplify your style, a capsule wardrobe might be just what you need. Nashville-based personal stylist Katie Ferrell has curated a minimalist fall capsule collection designed with versatility in mind. She’s even styled multiple looks using each piece to help you make the most of your wardrobe. Explore and shop the full collection while supplies last!
Read MoreWith school starting and summer winding down, it’s time to start thinking about your Fall wardrobe and what staples you want to have in your closet this season. After spending countless hours reviewing every fall/winter 2025/26 runway show from New York to Milan, here are the Top 16 Fashion & Accessory Trends you will be seeing on everyone this coming season!
There was a bit of nostalgia as we saw a little bit of everything from some tried and true fall staples such as leopard to some new/old trends such as brooches. What we noticed and what has always been true of fashion is that…Fashion is VERY cyclical! Keep in mind… what goes around comes around, so be sure to set aside your absolute favorite wardrobe pieces when you grow tired of wearing them…. because, trust us, you will want them later!
Read MoreDo you struggle with identifying your own personal style? Then this blog post is for you! Nashville fashion and personal stylist Katie Ferrell lists her top tips on how to discover your own personal style.
Read MoreWith the Memorial Day weekend quickly approaching, do you have the perfect swimsuit looks to wear on your next vacation? Our fashion and personal stylist Katie Ferrell has scoured the web to find the best in women's swim and styled out some of her favorite swimwear looks. From flattering one piece swimsuits to beautiful bikinis, The Ideal Closet has you covered!
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Read MoreIn The Ideal Closet’s blog series “Destination Style”, our fashion and personal stylist Katie Ferrell shows you what to pack for a variety of travel destinations. In this post, she provides you with the season’s hottest items to take on your next trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Click the link below to view and shop this week’s picks!
Read MoreJewelry is the finishing touch that elevates any look, and while we haven’t talked about it in a while, we know you won’t want to miss this season’s chic new styles. Expect to see plenty of pearls, charms, metals, and gemstones—think bold, statement pieces rather than the delicate designs that have been popular in recent years. This year, it’s all about making an impact with your accessories. So, if you’re looking to refresh your jewelry collection, now is the perfect time to embrace bold, eye-catching pieces that make a statement and showcase your unique style.
Read MoreJust in time for Spring, our 2025 Spring/Summer denim report features the top denim styles you’ll be seeing on the street and in the stores this season. This year, we’ve included the links to where you can shop for each jean style. Shopping made easy (maybe that should be our new slogan???!
Read MoreWith the arrival of crisp Autumn air comes our 2024 Fall Capsule Wardrobe curated by our very own fashion and personal stylist Katie Ferrell. Indulge in rich fall colors and textures as you begin to start layering again. As with any capsule wardrobe, our stylist began with neutral base colors (black, camel, and denim), incorporated a couple of accent colors (burgundy and olive) along with a pattern (leopard), and she added some chic accessories sure to make any outfit a show-stopper! Click below to see the 36 amazing outfits our personal stylist curated and shop each piece by simply clicking on the item. Stay stylish & enjoy shopping!
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