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Get creative, mix patterns and prints, just keep it chic by staying in the same color family. For more information complete your Style Profile.

Perfume evaporates quickly from dry skin. You can choose your scent’s matching cream to help prolong fragrance or use a “carrier.” Mix fragrance with gentle unscented creams, jojoba oil, or petroleum jelly. For more information complete your Fragrance Profile.

Stow it. Warm temperatures are great for kicking scents up a notch, but not so much for storing them. Keep your perfumes in a cool dark place – even the fridge – to keep them fresh. For more information complete your Fragrance Profile.

Tame static electricity with a fabric softener sheet (yes, the kind you throw in your dryer). Run over hair or across clothes to prevent cling.

Go ahead, wear a bold necklace over your coat – it’s a nice change from an expected scarf.

Pace yourself. Though it’s tempting to sample every pretty potion in the store, stick to 3 or 4 to prevent olfactory overload. For more information complete your Fragrance Profile.

When shopping for cashmere, check both ply (the number of strands that are twisted together) and gauge (how tightly those threads are twisted).

Use products that are right for your hair type. If you have fine hair, look for light products that add volume without weighing hair down; thick or coarse hair does well with heavier, creamy products. Find the right hair products for you, complete your Hair Profile now.

To prevent lipstick from feathering, brush on concealer around the perimeter after applying.

If you have broad shoulders, v-neck and halter style tops are especially flattering.

Be patient with your skin care regimen: anti-aging and anti-oxidant products can take 2-3 months before seeing visible results.

Keep showers and baths to 10 minutes and use warm not hot water to prevent dry skin.

Not only does Vitamin C help fight colds but it supports the body’s natural defenses against the UV-induced breakdown of collagen.

Try on an expensive designer suit to get an idea of how it looks and feels. Notice it’s tailoring, fabric, and details, then purchase the best quality suit within your price range.

Coloring your hair alters its texture and creates fullness, but can cause it tangle easily. To avoid breakage, use a deep conditioner once a week and try a leave-in conditioner daily.

Avoid spritzing clothing with fragrance as they will stain fabrics. Opt to spray a little in your hair for an extra boost of fragrance.

For the most natural look, apply blush to the apple of your cheek. If you’ve overdone the color, tone it down by brushing on a bit of translucent powder.

Steep a chamomile tea bag in warm water and place over tired eyes for about 15 minutes – and voila! –eyes are naturally de-puffed.

Crunch the numbers. A trench with a $365 price tag sets you back $1 per day for one year and you’ll wear this classic silhouette for much longer than one year. This makes it a wise investment.

Don’t limit lip liner to the perimeter, draw three vertical lines and connect the dots to create an even lip outline.

Want to get legs glam in seconds? Rub on body oil for a sexy sheen.

Add a fashionable twist to your work wear–belt your blouse rather than tucking it in.

Wear accessories in multiples; several chains, a row of complementary cuffs, several rings. For more information complete your Style Profile.

Don’t be afraid to mix patterns – you can wear a floral with a stripe if colors or fabrics are similar. For more information complete your Bodyline Profile.

Keep outfits in proportion. Wear a short top with a long skirt, or slim pants with an oversize tunic. For more information complete your Bodyline Profile.