Blog: Personal Style Tips

Style Blog

Hi I’m Alexandra, author + personal stylist since 2001.
Welcome to my blog where I write everything (except for the press pieces).
No guest or sponsored posts just my unfiltered opinion of where style and reality intersect.
Enjoy!

Confessions, Press,

How I Got There: Interview with HerCampus

By Alexandra Stylist | October 24th, 2011

I was recently interviewed by Her Campus on how I got to where I am now in my career as a fashion stylist. I talked about my first job in the industry, what I wished I knew when I first started, and advice I’d give to aspiring stylists. If you’re thinking about a career in […]

Confessions, STYLE DIY,

Layer with a vest

By Alexandra Stylist | October 19th, 2011

What to Wear Wednesdays A vest can be your best friend in transitional weather here in New York and other east coast cities. It’s hot, then it’s cold, and then it’s rainy – what’s a girl to do? A vest can be an ideal solution to […]

Confessions, Press,

DailyMakeover.com: Day to Date Accessories Interview

By Alexandra Stylist | October 17th, 2011

When I was interviewed by DailyMakeover.com about the best accessories to take you from a day at the office to date night, I immediately thought of Alexis Bittar jewelry, one of my go-to brands for fabulous yet classic pieces. Opt for sparkly earrings or layered necklaces and you’ll be ready for any occasion!

Confessions, STYLE DIY,

T-shirt says what??

By Alexandra Stylist | October 12th, 2011

I was inspired to write this post after weeding out multiple t-shirts from several clients’ closets. I hear all the time that my clients want nice ‘shells,’ or underpinnings, to wear under blazers and sweaters – and obviously from what I found in their closets, they think a white tee fills this need. After working […]

Confessions, TALENTED PEOPLE,

Made to Measure Retro “Mad Men” Style

By Alexandra Stylist | October 5th, 2011

What to Wear Wednesdays Stylist Secret Source Retro dresses galore. This Etsy designer is a woman after my own heart. She pulls inspiration from vintage patterns and celebrity sightings, creating made-to-measure retro-chic dresses that look like they were pulled from the set of Mad Men (which I admit to watching just for the fashion!). I […]

ART, Confessions,

Affordable Art Fair selects – September 2011

By Alexandra Stylist | September 28th, 2011

As a stylist, I have an appreciation for all things stylish and that includes art. One of my favorite things to do in nyc is the visit the armory and art fairs, including the Affordable Art Fair. Again this season it was held at 7 West 34th Street. I stopped by to chat with my favorite […]

Press,

FM News 101.9 in NYC

By Alexandra Stylist | September 28th, 2011

Last Friday I had the pleasure and honor to be interviewed in Bryant park by Floridian transplant Michelle Murillo of FM News 101.9. I didn’t get to hear the segments live but here they are for your listening and learning. Segments are about footwear during transitional weather here in New York. I’m seeing a mix […]

Confessions, STYLE DIY,

Get out of your uniform rut!

By Alexandra Stylist | September 21st, 2011

What to Wear Wednesdays While working with a private client in Marin County, California, I quickly identified her fashion blind spot while exploring her huge walk-in closet: she’s a uniform dresser. I’ve also seen this many times in New York: someone likes a shirt, so he or she will buy multiples of it. This leads to […]

Press,

CNN Money Missoni/Target

By Alexandra Stylist | September 15th, 2011

By Jessica Dickler NEW YORK (CNNMoney) — Just one day after the launch of the Missoni for Target collection brought the retailer’s web site to its knees, a secondary market for the items — many of which sold out in a matter of hours — has already sprung up on eBay and Craigslist. But shoppers […]

Confessions, FASHION SHOWS,

Celestino Couture Spring 2012 Preview

By Alexandra Stylist | September 14th, 2011

I had the privilege of going behind the scenes at the sneak peak editorial photo shoot of Sergio Guadarrama’s new spring collection for Celestino Couture at the Starrett-Lehigh Building. Sergio is a dear friend and collaborator of mine who does excellent custom work in addition to his line which is carried in fine boutiques. Sergio […]

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