Archive - STYLE AS STRATEGY™

How I Dressed to Show Up Somewhere I’d Never Been. Literally.

In recent articles, I’ve shared stories of how women use style strategically. Today, I’m sharing a moment of my own—a glimpse into how I live the…

Jul 3 •

May 2025

SS 40: Rethinking Business Casual: From Confusion to Strategy

What does “business casual” even mean anymore? Let’s unpack it. Where it started, how it’s evolved, and most importantly, where we go from here.

May 29 •

April 2025

SS 39: Style as Strategy™ - What to Wear for Your Virtual Interview

If you're navigating a career pivot or stepping into a new leadership role, this article is for you.

Apr 25 •

March 2025

SS 38: Dress to Fit In or Stand Out?

Welcome to spring—a season of renewal. As the cherry blossoms bloom and nature awakens, we're reminded of life's resilience and evolution—much like…

Mar 27 •

February 2025

SS 37: Black as a Strategic Choice

For decades, black has been the signature of powerhouse women—commanding, refined, and effortlessly in control.

Feb 20 •

January 2025

SS 36: The Power of Focus Dressing

2025, a new year, a fresh start—yet it’s January 30th, and I am already noticing how the month is coming to a close and thinking about where my…

Jan 30 •

December 2024

SS 35: 2024 in Review: The Art of Attention to Detail

The holidays are upon us, and in just twelve days, 2024 will draw to a close.

Dec 19, 2024 •

November 2024

SS 34: Thank you, Style!

As 2024 winds down, Thanksgiving offers us a moment to pause and reflect—not just on the big milestones but on the small rituals that add richness to…

Nov 28, 2024 •

SS 33: Style as Strength and Joy

This week, as we grapple with the weight of the shifting tides of U.S. elections and a world in turmoil—conflicts in Ukraine, Israel and recent…

Nov 14, 2024 •

October 2024

SS-32: The History of the Button: Small but Mighty

Buttons. We fasten them without a second thought, yet they’re tiny, powerful details that have shaped fashion and practicality for centuries.

Oct 31, 2024 •

SS-31: The History of St. John Knits: from Past to Present

It all began with a single, seemingly modest ambition. Gray, then a professional model, had never planned to launch a fashion empire.

Oct 17, 2024 •

September 2024

SS-30: 813 Madison Avenue: When Fashion Meets Legacy

In an age where online shopping has become the norm, it's easy to overlook the richness and magic of an in-person shopping experience.

Sep 26, 2024 •

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