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If you had told me years ago that I would have a successful 13-year career as a corporate fashion executive, I would never have believed you! Growing up, I never imagined that I’d even set foot in a corporate office, let alone get sent all over the world. But I’ve done it. Hundreds of my […]

My Polished clients are all high-achieving professional women, and they don’t have the time to worry about what they’re going to wear! It can be incredibly time consuming and stressful to not be able to easily make that decision every day. And it’s even more so if our look isn’t aligned with our lifestyle and […]

It’s about that time, my friend. The Fall 2024 Polished Trend Report is here! You know I’m all about making sure you stay current. I’m not about to let you look outdated! And believe me when I say that the items on this trend report transcend age and budget. These are all accessible, and not […]

Have you noticed that your all black outfit no longer brings you joy? Sure, black is a staple color for any woman’s chic wardrobe, and for some it’s an industry uniform. But the truth is, wearing all black with zero pop of color is boring… and frankly, my friend, it looks depressing. Let’s talk about […]

There comes a time in every woman’s life when her closet just stops working for her. (You know that feeling – and it’s the worst.) Nothing fits, nothing flatters, and there’s no excitement in picking an outfit. You’re stuck returning to the same outfits that just barely work for her, while dreaming of so much […]

There are really not a lot of things I love more than a runway show. And they’re not just about showcasing clothing, my friend! Each show tells a different story about a brand, about its philosophy and its values. It’s always fascinating to me to see who pushes the envelope, who is memorable and who […]

Are you ready to seize every professional opportunity that comes your way? Are you looking for tips to show up confidently in every space you walk into? Whether you’re a networking pro or just stepping out for the first time – as a professional woman, you’ve got to hear about this. Join me on August […]

Polished was built on the belief that you should always prioritize investing in yourself. We care about our appearances. We know that first impressions matter more than anything. And we know that what we wear should reflect all of the incredible things we bring to the table! If you’ve been around here for a minute, […]

How often do you really look at what’s in your closet? I know you’ve got a few things that you hang towards the front and that you always reach for. But how long has it been since you’ve really taken a good look at all of your style choices? It’s always so informative to take […]

Picture this: you’ve just finished your morning routine. You’ve showered and have your coffee in hand, and you’re ready to conquer the day! But when you stand in front of your closet to get dressed… you freeze. When you start thinking about what to wear, you clam up. You immediately go into fight or flight! […]

There is one thing that none of us will ever escape, my friend. And that is aging. But I have to say that I turned 50 a few years ago, and I still feel young! I have a lot of life left to live, and instead of trying to turn back the clock… I’ve learned […]

Picture this: you’ve secured the promotion you’ve been working tirelessly for. You’ve got a whole new office, a whole new set of meetings to prepare for, and new people that report to you. And your first day in the new role is coming up. You want to look incredible, right? (Of course you do.) You […]