Thanksgiving is the ultimate feast day for most families — and whether you go to a fancy dinner in the city or sit down by the fire for a comfortable meal in the suburbs, you still most likely have to get dressed for the occasion. If your family is anything like mine, it feels like […]
Stylish Halloween Costumes
Halloween is just a few weeks away and if you do not already have your costume planned, here are a few ideas that are a little bit less typical Halloween and a bit more fashion-forward. From the infamous Carrie Bradshaw to the iconic look of Wonder Woman, these famous outfits are both stylish and creative. […]
Fall Lookbook
A few months ago, I reached out to local photographer Bri Johnson after seeing her amazing work and asked if she wanted to collaborate. I love her aesthetic and I thought it would be fun to work with someone new. I met with Bri at my office and we hit it off right away. We […]
Fall 2017 Trends
Even though it is still 80 degrees out, fall weather is right around the corner. I love summer, beaches, and pools, but fall fashion is a lot more fun to play with. Fall trends are ranging from feathered and multicolored fur jackets to plaids and folk prints. Here are a few trends I will be […]
Handbags of Hope Exchange “Belles in Pink”
On Sunday, October 16th I attended Handbags of Hope Exchange “Belles in Pink” Kentucky Derby themed breast cancer awareness brunch honoring the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation. A diagnosis of triple negative breast cancer means that the three most common receptors known to fuel breast cancer growth are not present in the cancer tumor, meaning common treatments and […]
Fall Fashion Trends
Every season we see a series of new trends. Some are doable for the average person, and some are meant solely for the runway. This fall we are all about patterns and textures. Here are a few that we can all try (ladies + gentleman). Velvet :: Maybe the most popular trend for fall, velvet […]
What To Wear To Work When It’s Really Hot
We all know summer weather makes for a miserable commute, especially if you are on the PATH or Subway. The last thing you want to do is put on your regular black skinny pants and silk blouse, but you still need to be work appropriate, and deal with the notorious office air conditioning. When getting […]
The Biggest Fashion Trend of 2016: Athleisure
Last week Jersey City had its first ever Fitness Fair, organized in part by our very own ChicpeaJC, and inspiring me to talk about the biggest trend of 2016: athleisure. Having workout clothes that can easily transition from the office or a day of errands to the gym makes it possible to actually go straight […]
Spring Shopping Trends
We are all feeling the warmth of spring, and I for one am in need of a little retail therapy. While I always talk about the wardrobe staple and investing in things that will last, it is always fun to indulge in the trends once in awhile too. As a stylist, I am more than […]
Inside Chicpea’s Closet: The Purge
One of the most common problems I find among my female clients is transitioning their wardrobe after having kids. These are not just body changes, it’s also life changes, time constraints, and the need to look stylish while chasing a three-year-old. Lynn, as many of you know, fits into this exact category. She has a […]
Jersey City Street Style Inspiration
When asked where I get my fashion inspiration, nine times out of ten I will say “Street Style.” Before working as a stylist, I spent some time working as a trend forecaster. For trend forecasters, Street Style is our main form of research. Personal style is so interesting and I love seeing how others put […]
Heather Rose Stachowiak
It is kind of a crazy and funny story how I met my style crush and fashion soul mate Heather. We are both fashion addicts, her being a style blogger and me a personal stylist, and we met through Instagram. Kind of creepy really, but that is the age we live in. Heather and I […]
Style Upgrade: Pop Singer Giselle Bellas
I first met Giselle a few months ago; we have a common friend who introduced us and thought we might be interested in working together. You may have seen CHICpeaJC’s recent article on Giselle and her amazing music, but for those who do not know, Giselle is an incredibly talented singer and songwriter and I […]
Step into Fall with the Right Jacket
August is really one of the trickiest shopping months. While we are all spending our days off at the beach, the local shop owners are stocking up for the upcoming season. As fall approaches, the need for outerwear pops up and the options this year are endless. Now is the perfect time to snag […]