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Q. Back-to-school is just a few weeks away and i could really use some help finding a backpack that converts into a purse so I don’t have to switch back and forth. Please help me find a perfect school bag!
A. We found some really cute convertible backpacks to wear to school and beyond, starting as low as $36 up to $300. Check out our picks below, or try one of these season’s must-have messenger (cross-body) bags as an alternative to a backpack that you can wear in or out of class.
Q. Can you recommend some bags to carry for a night out for dinner and dancing? I don’t like being burdened with holding a clutch but I also don’t want to bring my big day bag. What are my options?
A. Look no further than this season’s small cross body bag. It’s the perfect little bag for an evening out and the long strap offers a hands-free alternative to the ubiquitous clutch. Here are some stylish picks for every budget:
Q. I have a lot of turquoise jewelry that has accumulated over the years. Is it still in style?
A. Turquoise jewelry is one of those trends that seems to come in and out of fashion every few years. This happens to be one of those “in” seasons where chic turquoise pieces are everywhere. That being said, turquoise also happens to be a classic, so if you invest wisely in gorgeous items, you’ll want to wear them for years - even when it’s not the “must-have” of the season.
Here are some of our favorite turquoise picks to wear this summer and beyond:
Q. I’m in the process of losing about 50 pounds. I’ve lost about 10 pounds already and my clothes are starting to get loose. I know I’ll need new clothes soon, but what should I buy? I don’t want to spend too much and would like options that can last me a little while. Yet I’d still like to look stylish while losing. I’m a mom (SAHM) in my mid-30s. Help!
A. Congratulations on the weight loss and your ongoing commitment! Buying clothes while in the process of losing a significant amount of weight can be a challenge. Luckily, as a stay at home mom, you can get away with a pared down casual wardrobe.
Since you don’t want to invest a lot of money in clothes that may not fit you for very long, your strategy is to choose simple pieces that mix and match so you can get a lot of wearings out of each piece. In other words, you want to be able to get a lot of looks out of just a few basic pieces.
Some things to look for:
Shop for sizes that fit perfectly now, or perhaps even just barely snug, to ensure that they’ll fit as long as possible.
Q. I’m so tired of my bra straps showing when I wear summer dresses and sleeveless tops. I’m not a fan of strapless bras, so what else can I do to keep my straps under wraps?
A. This is a problem I often face as well. You have a few options to help keep bra straps in place, depending on the kind of top you are wearing:
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