Signature Style Systems ~ Certified Personal Stylist, Image & Color Consultant, True Colour Expert

In this episode, I explore a question that brings so many women to my blog: "Are sleeveless tops business casual?" I share my experience wearing sleeveless to a client meeting during a heatwave, and offer practical considerations for making this style work in professional settings. You'll learn how your introverted judging function (Ti or Fi) influences your style decisions, how to select sleevele...

In this episode, I share how to create your own personal work uniform based on your unique body design. Learn the three key elements that determine which silhouettes will work best for you: waist shape for tops, hip placement for bottoms, and proportions for jacket length. Whether you prefer a one-piece, two-piece, or three-piece template, you'll discover how to build a signature style formula tha...

Most style systems try to fit your unique complexity into predefined categories. But what if the key to your authentic style isn't in someone else's system but in images you're already naturally drawn to? In Episode 84 of Signature Style Systems, I reveal why analyzing your favorite images unlocks your true Style DNA in ways that preset style systems never can. Learn how to spot recurring patterns...

Ever been told you can't wear black because you're "low contrast"? In this episode, I debunk the biggest myths about value contrast in personal style and reveal why understanding your natural contrast level might be even more important than knowing your color season. Learn how to identify your unique value pattern and use it to create outfits that naturally harmonize with your appearance. Plus, di...

Most people think your best colors are determined solely by your physical features, but a truly authentic personal color palette must honor both your natural coloring and your unique energy.   In Episode 82 of Signature Style Systems, I share why color analysts sometimes completely disagree about your "best colors" and what this means for finding your authentic personal color palette. I reveal my...

Curious why some people maintain a consistent style across all contexts while others have multiple "style personas"? In this episode, I explore the fascinating relationship between personality and style consistency. I share insights from my research into how your Myers-Briggs type might predict your natural consistency preferences. Plus, discover why people (except ISTJs!) rarely admit to being ex...

Discover how your personality type can transform your shopping strategy. In Episode 80 of Signature Style Systems, learn my personal formula for balancing investment pieces with budget finds based on cognitive functions, and how to develop your own approach. Understanding your personality type creates the clearest path to a signature style and personalized shopping strategies. Listen now to learn...

When I read John Mark Comer's "The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry," I was excited to see how his approach to clothing aligns with my philosophy. Wardrobe simplicity eliminates hurry and restores peace by removing unnecessary decisions from your day, allowing you to focus on what truly matters. In this episode, I share four essential questions to ask before any purchase and I explain why having fewe...

Remember when we were told women in business had to have short hair? 🤦‍♀️ I believed that rule in the 80s—along with other style "commandments" that turned out to be completely arbitrary. In the latest Signature Style Systems podcast episode, I'm breaking down 7 outdated style rules that are holding you back from authentic personal expression: Why repeating outfits can actually strengthen your pe...

Are you an INTJ with a minimal wardrobe or an ESTJ with a closet bursting at the seams? In this episode, I explain how your Myers-Briggs "third function" creates predictable patterns in your wardrobe size! This week I share why some personality types naturally accumulate more clothing and others prefer streamlined collections—and how this might change as you mature. Listen now to discover what you...

"The movement in my wardrobe kind of translated to movement in my own life." This profound insight from a participant in my recent style workshop shows that wardrobe changes aren't just superficial adjustments, they can be catalysts for meaningful personal growth. In this episode, I explore how: Removing clothes that no longer feel authentic creates space for growth in all areas of life Choosing i...

In the latest episode of the Signature Style Systems podcast, I analyze 8 Spring 2025 trends through the lens of Style DNA (Design-Needs-Aesthetic). Instead of just showcasing what's trending, I reveal which aspect of your Style DNA matters most for each trend, from fisherman-core to sculptural wedges. Discover practical insights that bridge the gap between generic trend information and personaliz...

Ever noticed how most style systems try to force you into predefined categories rather than honoring your unique attributes? In the latest episode of the Signature Style Systems podcast, I explore how your Style DNA (Design-Needs-Aesthetic) is the secret weapon for effective wardrobe planning. Instead of following generic style rules or trying to fit into someone else's framework, discover how to...

Today on episode 73 of the Signature Style Systems podcast, we'll explore what Jungian persona really means and why developing a healthy relationship with your persona is essential for expressing yourself through style.    Understanding Jungian persona work reveals that having different ways of presenting yourself isn't inauthentic - it's necessary.   If you're curious about how your personality t...

When my daughters were growing up, we developed a concept we called the "permanent wardrobe" - pieces we would always like and want to keep, even if just for special occasions. Today on the Signature Style Systems podcast episode 72, we'll explore how to identify and build your own collection of personal classics that truly last.   The percentage of classics in your wardrobe might depend on your p...

Classic style emerged in the early-to-mid 20th century, shaped by designers like Claire McCardell and Coco Chanel. They created investment pieces for post-WWII American prosperity: neutral colors, simple silhouettes, quality materials. Today on The Signature Style Systems podcast, we'll explore how classic style looks different for every personality type and body design.   Let's connect! Take the...

I lost my husband in April 2022 after 33+ years of marriage. Recently I started joining the dating apps. In this episode, I tell how that is going and share what I know about what to wear on a date.  Whether you are just meeting someone for the first time or have been married for a hundred years (happy anniversary, Mom & Dad!), there's something for you in this episode! Let's connect! Want to...

When I was growing up in the 70s, I was so self-conscious about my legs that I wore jeans to the beach when it was 100 degrees outside. Can you imagine? I made my friends very uncomfortable! Today on episode 69 of the Signature Style Systems podcast, we'll explore how design choices can create different effects for your tummy area, and why you might want to rethink everything you've been told abou...

Today I’m talking about a strategy called an ideal week or rule of life. Are you burnt out, my friend? Creating your rule of life is the key to making your style rhythms serve you. In a recent podcast episode, Graham Cochrane shared a framework that's helping me in my current process of rebuilding sustainable rhythms. Let's explore Graham's Four Rs, plus my addition, and how they connect to your s...

Are you still wearing the same personal color palette you were given years ago? Most seasonal color analysts teach that your colors are fixed for life - but that doesn't match our lived experience. In this episode, I share my journey from being draped as an Autumn in the 1980s to discovering the vibrant colors that truly express who I am today. Learn why your personal color palette should evolve w...

Do you ever feel self-conscious about how you look? Most of the time when I ask that question people think it’s rhetorical because it’s so common among women that we have that struggle. Today I’m going to talk about a powerful problem-solving framework and apply it to the practically-universal problem of women feeling self-conscious about how they look. And I’ll share a few common root problems an...

Do you know how much you actually spend on clothes? Today, in episode 66 of the Signature Style Systems podcast, I'm sharing my own real numbers from 2024! When you know what works for you, you can be strategic about buying exactly the right pieces, no matter what kind of budget you have.  Grab the workbook: The Wardrobe Pyramid and discover what clothes you really need for your lifestyle.   Let's...

Today I'm going to share a completely different approach to editing your wardrobe that will change how you think about seasonal transitions and closet cleanouts. Over the past few episodes, we've explored how understanding your Style DNA transforms your wardrobe: Your Aesthetic - the beauty that naturally resonates with you Your Design - how your physical characteristics inform style choices And t...

Last week we talked about reading the artistic elements in your favorite images. Today we'll discover how your natural preferences often align perfectly with your body's design. If you've ever felt confident about an outfit choice and then talked yourself out of it, this episode is for you. Download my free guide: Discover Your Essential Aesthetic.   Let's connect! Take the style personality quiz:...

Today I'm sharing one of my favorite tools for discovering your signature style - learning to read the artistic elements in images you love. While anyone can collect pictures they like, connecting what you love with what you wear is where the magic happens. Stay tuned to learn how to start seeing aesthetic themes beyond the seasonal color palette.   Download my free guide: Discover Your Essential...