Let’s have a little chat about Betty, an imaginary client whose looking for a colourful capsule wardrobe but isn’t sure if this even exists. She’s found loads of visual examples of capsule wardrobes filled with black, white and gray with a few hints of brown for “colour”… but what about all the other amazing colours? You…
Flower clothing for everyone!
I’m feeling incredibly inspired by flowers—I’ve been obsessively pinning whimsical flowers over on Pinterest for weeks—so today we’re going to look at flower clothing for everyone! Flowers are magical, don’t you think? They start as a wee seed in the ground and eventually bloom into this mesmerizing entity. Strongly rooted in the ground, flowing in the…
beautiful clothes you’ll want to wear all summer
Practicality + Beauty = Perfection. When it comes to beautiful clothes and accessories there are a few pieces in every wardrobe that get worn again and again. Often these fave items include t-shirts, walking sandals, t-shirt dresses, tote bags, and wedges. If these items are staples in your summer wardrobe, why not find ones that…
Is a Capsule Wardrobe Right for You?
Back in November, I set out on a journey to build a capsule wardrobe based on the amazing 37-piece wardrobe system designed by Caroline over at Unfancy. It was a journey I was actually quite nervous about, but it felt like something I wanted to try so I went for it. I never would’ve guessed where…
Budgeting Tools :: The #1 Thing You Must Action to Have Great Style
I’ve been wanting to share this little nugget of advice for over a year now because it’s pure gold. I’ve held off only because budgeting tools don’t feel quite as exciting to share as really awesome outfit ideas, you know? The thing is, actioning this one simple piece of advice can change everything for you. It…
The Ultimate Stylish Holiday Gift Guide 2014
This is THE REFINERY ultimate holiday gift guide 2014 :: 37 gift ideas all under $200! If you have stylish women to buy for or you’re looking to give stylish gifts this year, this guide is for you. You can click on any of the photos below to be linked directly to the website to purchase…
Eight Online Shopping Myths… BUSTED!
You’ve heard from women shopping online that it’s so simple and easy to do, but if you haven’t shopped online very much it’s easy to feel filled with worry. How does it work? What if something doesn’t fit? How much will shipping cost? If you’re worrying about these things, you’re not alone. Just a couple years ago,…
Not-So-Basic Black Coats :: Seven Joy-Filled Winter Coat Ideas
Winter coats are so important because you wear them everyday… for months. The right winter coat will make you feel happy when you throw it on and walk outside, no matter the weather. You will likely get a ton of compliments and positive attention when you wear it, too. If you’re ready to venture away…
Clothing shops to suit your style + budget
We often get asked where we do our own shopping, and the truthful answer is everywhere! Most recently we’ve become pretty obsessed with online shopping, but we still spend a lot of time shopping in-person at the mall and small clothing shops alike. (Boutiques are a great place to focus shopping energies when you’re looking for those special…
Seven Most Wearable Fall Fashions
Fall fashions are some of the most anticipated of the year. And although runway fashions can often feel intimating and unwearable, there are some styles that translate well to our everyday lives. These are our seven most wearable fashion picks this year. 1. Great Big Scarves It doesn’t get much better (or cozier) than a…