Jul 21

Jul 21 Simply Sophisticated Summer

Does anyone else feel like 4th of July is like an unwritten mile marker of summer? If I relate it to a horse race, 4th of July would be the midpoint on the backstretch before the horses give it all they’ve got to the finish line. That analogy seems fitting for me being from Upstate NY where the Saratoga Race Track is an iconic summer hot spot. Its not only a place for recreation but the fashion! Needless to say, even though I feel like summer is slipping away, there is plenty of fun to be had in the next 6 weeks or so and I’ve got two tips for you on how to make the rest of July and August effortlessly stylish.

Jun 22

Jun 22 Star Spangled Style

Ashley Schafer

Style

Anyone else feel like this summer is flying by?! Fourth of July is coming upon us and it is always a highly celebrated holiday! BBQs, beach trips, pool parties… there are sure to be tons of gatherings and photos to document the day, have you thought about what you will wear? Here are some tips and outfit inspiration to step out in star spangled style.

Jun 17

Jun 17 Summer Trends That I am Here For

Ashley Schafer

Style

Hey Ladies! I missed you! It has been a hot minute since I wrote a blog but I am committed to be back! In the spirit of warmer months, I wanted to talk about the summer trends that I am all about right now. Being super trendy isn’t something I aspire to be, and actually, its the opposite of what I teach to my clients. I love creating timeless wardrobes that can be versatile season over season, but occasionally, there is a trend that I like to mix into my wardrobe to make it feel fresh. Opting into a trend should feel right. If you feel uncomfortable in it, they its probably not the trend for you, and that OK. And the great thing about having a timeless wardrobe is that you can easily mix in a trend or two each year and it will fit seamlessly in with your existing wardrobe. Here are 3 summer trends that you’ll be seeing me wear on repeat.

Dec 14

Dec 14 Haute for the Holidays at Home

Ashley Schafer

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The holidays just got cozier.

The holidays just became more convenient.

The holidays just became an opportunity for us to create a new memory for ourselves.

Dec 3

Dec 3 A Lesson Learned in Quarantine

Ashley Schafer

Style

I feel like I could write this blog over and over again because I have learned so much about myself, relationships and even my own personal style while staying closer to home for the last 9 months or so. I compare it to when you turn the lights out at night. Suddenly, when you can’t see, your other senses become heightened. Take away social events, and all of a sudden you start noticing things about yourself more.

Nov 12

Nov 12 An American Classic: Jeans and Tee

Ashley Schafer

Style

It doesn’t get more basic than a white tee and jeans. Don’t confuse basic for boring. I’m not sure how or why that happens, maybe because often times people forget the most important part of wearing a basic look… accessories and visual interest. I remember once with a client, she was looking for a formal dress but wanted it to be ‘different’ and ‘flashy’. My advice to her was, a well fitting simple black dress is more stunning than something with 3-D adornments. What I’m saying here is that your look doesn’t have to be all flashy to be amazing.