Style Sunglasses To Work With Your Look

Hello Beautiful Ladies,

I received so many questions last week after sharing some of my sunglasses shopping tips. So I wanted to share a little BONUS Styling Tip for styling Sunglasses to work with your look. There are so many options for the fashionista to the minimalist plus several frame shapes that work for each face shape. Check out my Instagram Story Highlights were I go in a little further to share my sunglass styling tips.

So let’s dive in and lift up the shades on these great styling tips that I’m so excited to share with you.

Check out this helpful tool: Nordstrom’s Sunglasses Fit Guide to help you fit the best shape and frame for your face shape.

My first tip and an important one is to know which frame styles suit your face shape. There are certain frames that compliment a heart, round, square,or oval face shape. Check out the Let the Sun Shine- Sunglass Picks Catalogue for my picks for face shapes and style coordination to help you with find the best look for you. P.S You're lucky if you have an oval face. This means you can pretty much wear any shape lens!

NOW LET’S GET TO THE STYLING TIPS FOR EVERY KIND OF LOOK

BOHEMIAN LOOK

Are you a Boho Woman that dresses with a free spirit? Why not let this style reflect in your eye wear. I say get inspired by the John Lennon round frames. You can play with the size of the lens plus also incorporate some FUN Style Colors as well.

One Style REALLY Fits ALL!

Are you looking for an everyday sunglass that can be partnered with a casual weekend look or business office attire?

Say no more…

I suggest RayBan styles to my clients because there are some classic shapes like the Wayfarer frame and the Mirrored Aviator frame that can be a great match for every style.

Athletic Style

Are you in the fitness industry and the Athletic style speaks to you?

Here are my suggestions:

~ Choose Comfort and Function as a priority

~ Look for Polarized Glasses to avoid the glare for your outdoor activities

~ Look for non slip temples and nose pieces

~ Oakley has a new Women’s line that are light weight, polarized, non slip, breathable technology and SUPER STYLISH!

Feminine Look

Are you ready to get a fashion frame to accentuate your daily feminine look?

~ Cat eye is the perfect option for a "Fashion Frame" or Feminine look.

~ Choose a bold frame with some embellishments to highlight your beautiful facial features

~ Butterfly frame shapes and Hexagon frame shapes can really give you the sleek feminine look you are searching for.

Edgy City Chic

Are you willing to try new looks and are more on the edgy side of style.

I say Let’s have some FUN with Style!

~ Choose a Fashion Frame

~ Try Unique shapes and colors

~ Check out L.A.M.B by Gwen Stefani for fun shapes, bold frames, and great color combos.

You’re ready to now match your sunglasses to your everyday style or even mix it up. Share your sunglass styling photos with me on Instagram @therealchachaolivia in stories or use #ChachaOliviaStyleTips! I can’t wait to see your Summer looks.

As always my beautiful ladies, I offer free, no-obligation 30 minute calls for those who want to learn more about working with me. I’m not kidding…this is a chance to chat with me for 30 minutes about your questions, your fashion and styling needs, and your wonderings about working together. No stress, no commitment, just a good chat. I hop to chat with you very soon!

Fashionable Yours,

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How To Most Effectively Shop For Clothing Online

In this new normal lots of us are finding ourselves scrolling through online boutiques and wishing we could be in the store to try these items out. Have you been one of those gals that fills your online cart and just can’t pull the trigger because you are worried if you got the right size and are dreading the return process. Fear no more! I’m here for you to give some helpful Online Shopping Tips that will make online shopping EASY and FUN!

ONLINE SHOPPING TIPS

Know your measurements ladies!

• Bust, Waist, Hip and Inseam (most importantly waist)

  • The most important tip I can give you while measuring yourself is to be sure the measuring tape is parallel to the floor. If not you might have a mishap with selecting your size.

  • Check out my IG TV Series: Shopping with Theodora @therealchachaolivia on Instagram to watch a tutorial on getting the perfect measurements

• OK are you ready to be blown away- SIZE CHARTER TOOL

  • Use www.sizecharter.com to help you find your size in all brands!

  • This is a helpful tool that will guide your online shopping experience. It’s important to take all your measurements and just enter them into Size Charter and let it do it’s magic. Some of the most popular brands will be listed there.

  • A good reminder is Trendier/Less Expensive lines (Zara or H&M) run smaller and American brands tend to have vanity sizing and run larger (Ann Taylor or Loft)

• Take a look at the model in the description

  • Most often the brand will list the model’s measurements and the size the model is wearing in the picture. This is a great gauge for you to have visually so you can see how the item looks on by what the model is wearing.

• To size up or to size down, that is the real question??

  • Take a look at the amount of stretch 1-5% of elastane, lycra or spandex you may want to size down. (Especially in denim)

  • If it’s a cotton or woven item you may want to size up because you will not have any kind stretch or give.

• Order two sizes! Very Helpful

  • This will give you an opportunity to compare and contrast the fit that is most comfortable for you. Plus it will save you a little bit of time of waiting for the exchange process, making a new purchase, and waiting on shipping.

  • Plus you are assured you don’t lose the size!

GETTING THE BEST DEAL

Who doesn’t like a good deal?! Free Shipping is like music to my ears!

• Create an Account-Sign up for emails -Some brands usually offer a discount in exchange for email and you can always unsubscribe later down the road.

• Look for free shipping and free returns. (I pretty much only shop where they offer this especially now)

• Use Google shopping, Honey, Retail Me Not, or Rakuten for help finding stores with the lowest prices.

• Department Stores usually mark down items before Designer’s Websites. Check out Saks Fifth Avenue and Nordstrom to see if they have already started dropping the price. (It’s doesn’t hurt to take a peak and do a little research to get the best deal)

YAY! Your package has arrived! Let’s have some fun

Now what to do once it arrives… Have some fun in your closet!

• Keep the tags on! This is the first tip on this list, because you don’t want to snip them away and then are stuck in a bind with the items because the return policy won’t let you send them back or get full credit.

• Be aware of return policy- Some stores are offering longer periods for return policies. (Read the fine print)

• Try it on in daylight and when you aren’t tired- The right energy will make the experience worth while.

• Wear the right undergarments to make sure you can get the right fit.

• Save the box/bag it was delivered in. This will be helpful if you are making a return/exchange later. Last thing you want to do is run around the house looking for a box to send back your items.

• Have a roll of packing tape available- This is a small investment but definitely worth it!

• Let’s take some steps to make sure you really like your purchase

  • Bring it into your closet and pick 3 other things to wear with it. Check out the shoes and accessories and make sure it looks good with other pieces in your closet.

  • Make sure you love the way it looks. I always suggest taking a picture of yourself to get a real perspective of the fit and style. Snap a picture of the front, side, and back to get a 360 view. It’s always easier to look at a picture to make the decision. Plus you can easily share the pic with a friend to get the thumbs up or thumbs down.

SOME FINAL THOUGHTS

This new normal can be challenging but we know we can overcome any challenge especially if style is involved. Get creative and have some virtual online shopping try on hauls with your close girlfriends! I hope these online shopping tips give you the confidence to enjoy the experience and start to fill your closet with some great items.

Fashionably Yours,

Remember if you have any questions or would like to learn more about working with me you can easily book a call with me. I offer free, no obligation 30 minute calls for those who want to learn more. This is a chance to chat with me about any questions, your fashion and styling needs.

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My "Safer At Home" Discoveries and Life Savers!

Here we are at Week V of “Safer At Home.” I’m not sure how that looks for you, but my nails are growing out, my brows are coming in, I’m in desperate need of a pedicure and I didn’t realize I had that much grey!!!

I found a few things that are helping me and Alex (Ms Chacha) do some DIY at home temporary “fixes.” We thought we’d share them with you, explain why we like them and then we attached a catalog if you are interested in purchasing for yourself!

For our peace of mind…

A gratitude journal makes me think of what is going well and helps me remember there is a lot to be grateful for. When we journal about those positive things and acknowledge them, our perspective and mindset change!

This one particular Oprah and Deepak meditation series has been particularly helpful and so relevant to what we are all going through. If you have never tried meditating (and I’m no pro!) your mind will wander and it’s an exercise in bringing you back to the mantra and living in the present! Highly recommend this one and I think it’s still up for free on the app!!

Some beauty tips, tricks and treatments to get us through…

1 & 2 A new tube of lipstick (great neutral for WFH) and a red nail polish is always a great pick me up!

3 & 4 The only facial masks I have tried with instant results. The eye mask offers “ An intense, fast-acting under eye treatment that quickly delivers a brighter, rested eye appearance.” and the full face mask is “A waterless dry sheet mask that will give skin an immediate moisture surge, delivering dramatic results in just 15 minutes.” These are definitely worth a try!

5 Alex and I discovered this Dyson Hair Dryer with all the attachments right before moving “Safer At Home.” It comes with a heavy price tag but cuts down on drying time and each tool does everything it tells you it will! It curls, waves, straightens and it also comes with a lifetime guarantee. If you don’t want to purchase it for yourself it could land on your wishlist for Mother’s Day!! (Wink, Wink!)

6 & 7 Two more Trish McEvoy products. This face towel takes off everything. I still use it with my facial cleanser - it is super soft and is gentle on the skin. The beauty Balm is “an all-in-one skin perfector that instantly primes, brightens, evens, hydrates, controls oil, rejuvenates and protects skin.” It acts as a light foundation so the coverage is perfect for working from home.

8 My favorite root concealer, although I am fast approaching needing the entire can. Hence, 9…there are plenty of hats out there but I have always been partial to the Burberry plaid and bucket style.

10 Finally, for the brows…The Brow Buddy kit. This tool is fool proof. It is a great guide for in between visits to your brow gal. I would keep this on hand for any brow emergency.

Finally…to wear!

1 My favorite athleisure pant from Nancy Rose performance. I love EVERYTHING from Nancy Rose and these full leg “sweatpants” are at the top of my list right now. They are comfy enough to call sweatpants but look like a great palazzo pant. I love to pair them with the Veja sneakers (8) and if I’m out walking the dogs or running to buy tp I’m comfy and chic.

2, 3 &4 are some of my favorite Athleta pieces. I’m doing a lot of walking and the weather is starting to heat up in FL. These items keep me cool. I’m not a big “shorts” fan and love skorts for that reason. Check them out!

5 I’m not carrying a purse anywhere and the less I have to touch the better. Keys, cell phone, cash and credit card…so this waist bag is perfect.

7 This visor is pretty chic for those walks…don’t you think?

8 I never got over the “Ugly Shoe” trend and I love the updated Birks this Spring Season. The exaggerated buckle definitely adds some flair.

I hope this post finds you and your family healthy and at peace. We have a ways ahead of us but I’m hopeful (especially because of that meditation!) that we will slowly get back to normal…even if it’s a new normal.

If you’d like to check out the above products you can find them here…My "Safer At Home" Discoveries and Life Savers!

or here…https://hueandstripe.com/catalog/672H&S2uzU

Be well, be safe and stay home!

Fashionably yours,

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I'm Going On A Clothes-Shopping Diet. Do You Want To Join Me on the "Shop Your Closet Challenge?"

It’s that time of year. Truth be told it happened a lot earlier this year than any other year. I’m shopped out. I’m spent out. I feel overwhelmed with the offers, deals and bargains in my inbox. I am craving simplicity and calm. The New Year almost always starts with resolutions and I’d like to start mine with my closet. Do you feel the same way? Would you like to join me?

I have to credit my good friend Kimmy Lipka for this “dietetic approach” to shopping. Kim and I managed a store together in Massachusetts for over 10 years. Not only were we good friends but “thicker than thieves” shopping partners. We often ended our work days with a “Want to make a Bloomingdale’s run?” We also had a “shopping hotline.”  We would call each other when we were out shopping…”I found this fabulous tote and it’s all about the airport… do you want me to get you one too?” And then one day, I called Kim about an item… I don’t remember what it was now, but I was disappointed and confused when she said…”I can’t - I’m on gas and groceries.”

How I’m feeling at the moment. Overwhelmed by what’s in my closet.

She went on to explain that she was only going to buy “gas and groceries” (just the necessities) for the month. As much as I was disappointed in losing my shopping buddy to this new “diet” I thought it was brilliant! I hopped on the “gas and groceries” diet! I have shared this with clients and friends throughout the years. They love it too. Sometimes it happens twice a year but ALWAYS in January. 

Are you with me? 

All month long on social media, I will be offering tips on how to make the most of what is in your closet. You’ll hear tips on how to style what is in your closet and how to get more out of things you don’t wear often. I’ll offer advice on what to keep and what to toss when it comes to weeding through your clothes. I’ll even offer ideas on how to stick to the budget when it comes to filling in items that you need to round out your wardrobe.

Now, I have been on enough “diets” to know that if I deprive myself of too much I’m setting myself up for failure. So, here’s “my clothes-shopping diet goal” for the month of January.

My goal is to buy only what I need. I will look away from all those tempting items I tend to buy because they stop me in my tracks! I also want to wear the things in my closet that I don’t wear often.

What is your goal?

Keep it simple. Try not to give yourself too many things to do. Perusing through your closet and not shopping might be exactly what you need. Maybe your closet is already paired down and you would like to wear the things in your wardrobe in different ways?

Whatever it is I’m here to help! All month long, I will have tips to help you get the most out of your wardrobe you already own. I’ll also be there to help keep you on track by offering a private facebook group to those who want more support than I can give on posting on social media.

If you are up for the challenge, join me! It’s easy:

1. Follow me on https://www.facebook.com/chachaolivias/.

2. I’ll invite you to join the private Facebook group, Shop Your Closet Challenge.

3. Watch for an email from me with an invitation to join.

4. If you have any questions about joining the challenge, feel free to email me.

I hope you enjoy the next couple of weeks with family and friends!

Fashionably yours,

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Have You Ever Experienced A Fashion Regret? 10 Tips For Never Regretting a Fashion Purchase Ever Again.

When I buy clothes, I want to make good investments. I want the clothes to be timeless in style, to last a long time, and to spend more time on me than on the hanger. I have learned how to do this well the hard way. There isn’t anything worse than making a purchase, then regretting it and feeling like I just wasted hard earned money.

I've fallen into several traps over the years. I bought outfits for “that event” that I thought I might attend. I've purchased things on vacation I didn't really need. I have also been drawn in by designer names at times. These kind of heat-of-the-moment purchases are what leads to fashion regrets.  

Clients often tell me they regret buying heels that are too high. They may look great, but being able to walk in them comfortably is important. Online ordering is another pitfall. Have you ever ordered something and been surprised by how different it looked in person? This is also similar to not trying things on in the store while shopping. There’s no way to know if it will fit well, or suit us, until we get home. Add a sale to the mix and you’ve got yourself a minefield of bad ideas.

So how do we avoid these regrets? How do we go shopping and come back with good investments?

Here are some things I like to think about before making a fashion purchase...be sure to download my free “stylist in your pocket guide" below. I use it myself and it’s a huge help.

Fit.

There have been many times in the past when I have purchased an item of clothing, only to realize it doesn't fit properly. If you're buying clothes that need countless alterations, you may never be satisfied with the final product. Be sure to try things on to save you the hassle of a return. If you are between two sizes it may be best to not purchase at all and pass on items that need more than a quick hem.

Comfort.

When I’m deciding what to wear for the day, I often pass on wearing an outfit that is uncomfortable. Is the jacket too snug in the shoulders making it difficult to drive? Can I walk more than 10 steps without holding onto my husband? It’s important to make sure your purchase is comfortable. Wear shoes around the department store and don’t just walk on carpeted areas, walk on hard floors too. Move around in an item. Sit, cross your legs, bend squat do whatever you do on a daily basis to be sure the item you are contemplating is comfy. If there is any doubt, leave it at the store!

MY style.

Many of my clients have told me that they have made purchases based on styles they admire on other women, rather than styles they know and love. Experimenting is all well and good, but when it comes to making a commitment to a new look, experiment with one item at a time. Get to know your own style first and think about if you would really wear this new look.

Does it fit my lifestyle?

The early morning school run, cleaning the house, sitting at a desk all afternoon; are your clothes built for this? If you’re not likely to wear your pearls and Chanel to the grocery store, it may be best to stick to some basic staples. On the other hand, if you’re always out on the town or at dinner parties, do you really need another pair of jeans?

Can I afford it?

Working out if you can afford something goes deeper than the money in your purse. Can you afford to wear the outfit regularly without fear that you’ll ruin it? Can you afford to get it repaired if you do? Sometimes we treat ourselves to clothes that we never end up wearing, because we’re afraid of wasting that money. But clothes are made to be worn, so find a comfortable price range and stick to it.

Do I have a place to wear it?

A big factor in why a lot of our garments lay unworn, is because we buy them for an occasion that may never come. I see many formal dresses that I feel are perfect for weddings and dinner parties, but I tell myself to hold back until I actually have the event to attend.

Does it fit a purpose, and fill a gap in my wardrobe?
Only going to the store when you need something will save you a lot of time and money. Pinpointing what you need and why you need it, will help you avoid repetitive buying. Hold the item you’re interested in and ask yourself; what purpose will this item fulfill? Where will I wear it? Will I wear it often? Is it something I don’t already own? Is there a deeper reason to purchasing it than ‘I just want it’?

Can I wear it with at least 3 other things in my wardrobe?

Before you buy an item, think about what you have at home to pair with it. Imagine what the garment will look like with 2-3 other pieces. Does the top fit with your favorite skirt? Can you wear that jacket with your favorite trousers or jeans? If the item can’t be paired with at least 2-3 items, you may want to leave it behind.

Do I really want this item, or is it just part of a tempting deal?

There may be a correlation between impulse sale buying and the clothes you don’t wear. How often do you buy clothes that are part of a buy-one-get-one-free deal? That free item...do you wear it often? Deals often trick us into thinking we are saving money, but if you weren’t planning on buying the item anyway, you’re only spending more money, and giving up more space in your closet.

Brand Name.

It can be easy to be drawn to an item because it’s a name brand. The newest “It” bag or The must have designer shoes of the season are so beautiful and on everyone’s wish list. Does it mean we have to have them or are you drawn to them because of the logo? Imagine taking the name/logo off the item. Would it still be as appealing?

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Fashionably yours,

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