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How to Take Body Measurements for Clothing

We’ve all made those unfortunate purchases. The jeans with too short of a rise, the t-shirt that’s too long to tuck, or the sweater that’s too cropped. By knowing how to take body measurements for clothing and carrying a small measuring tape, you can drastically improve your shopping success rate!

Today we’ll review the most important numbers to record so you’ll be better prepared for your next in-person or online shopping spree.

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3 Capsule Wardrobe Brands That You Need to Know

It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of simplicity. With regard to fashion, capsule wardrobing helps me achieve that goal. If you’ve been curious about testing out a capsule wardrobe but don’t know where to start, I’m sharing three capsule wardrobe brands that should be on your radar. All three offer small, pre-curated capsules that let you test out the capsule premise with pieces that are proven to be versatile and work well together.

Jewelry Capsule Essentials

Jewelry can be an essential accessory for finishing off an outfit and making a look polished. Fortunately, you don’t need as many different items as you may think. In fact, you likely have many of these jewelry capsule essentials in your collection right now!

Whether you are trying to trim down your closet or are planning a jewelry capsule for travel, this collection of essentials will take you wherever you need to be.