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Season 4 Ep 1: New Year

Season 4 Ep 1: New Year

As we step firmly into a stylish new year the Michael Bruce Image Consulting style team kick off season four of Wisdom From The Wardrobe with a reflective look at resolutions, making authentic positive assessments and getting comfortable with the idea that you’re enough, and that the new year does not mean that you have to change everything about who you are or your style, unless you want to of course.

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Ep 60: Frozen Yet Chic

Ep 60: Frozen Yet Chic

When the weather turns chilly, besides grabbing a giant chunky knit sweater or an extra fuzzy blanket to wrap around your shoulders, how do you maintain your style and stay cozy? On this week’s episode of Wisdom From The Wardrobe the Michael Bruce Image Consulting style team had a conversation about how to dress, or simply keep warm when then temperatures drop to frigid levels, or as Stacy refers to it, a bit of a breeze! From favorite our socks and boots to layering pieces and skin prep, we share our go to items and routines. Happy Listening

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Ep 59: Give It Your Best Shot

Ep 59: Give It Your Best Shot

You need a new headshot, so it’s time to panic right? Of course not! On this week’s episode of Wisdom From The Wardrobe the Michael Bruce Image Consulting style team has you covered, as we share some great tips for preparing for your headshots. From what to avoid, and what to focus on with your attire so you can keep your look polished. Colors, to make up to man scaping we touch on it all.

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Ep 58: High Time To Shine

Ep 58: High Time To Shine

This week on Wisdom From The Wardrobe the Michael Bruce Image Consulting style team weighs in on what to wear to those informal holiday get togethers when pajamas are not an option. Do you go all out like Stacy and her sequined red jumpsuit, or do you take a more sedate option with your style and outfit choice? Listen in as the crew provide some insights on how to shine without having to go all out unless you want too of course.

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Ep 57: Trivia Pursuit Of Style

Ep 57: Trivia Pursuit Of Style

On this week’s episode of Wisdom From The Wardrobe, the Michael Bruce Image Consulting team answers the style terminology questions you didn’t know you had. From, what's four way and two way stretch, is Khaki a color or fabric? To the debate of, is plaid the same as a Tartan? With Oxfords, Brogues, Peplums and a little French lesson among other things thrown in for good measure.

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Ep 56: Two For The Money

Ep 56: Two For The Money

With the holidays approaching and Thanksgiving under our slightly tight food stretched belts, thoughts turn to the holidays and shopping the sales. This episode of Wisdom From The Wardrobe sees the style team discuss the advantages and pitfalls of shopping the pre-holiday sales. Check out our tips for successful and mindful shopping.

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Ep 55: Surprise Surprise

Ep 55: Surprise Surprise

With the holidays fast approaching there is always the dilemma of what gifts do you choose for the people in your life? This week on Wisdom From The Wardrobe your style team shares their tips and ideas for stylish presents for everyone. From gifts of time and pampering to thoughtful jewelry and accessories, and gifts for a stylish home. There is sure to be something to inspire everyone, we encourage shopping local and small business, check out some of the brands we enjoy.

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Ep 54: Trend Confusion

Ep 54: Trend Confusion

We have covered this seasons trends in previous episodes of Wisdom From The Wardrobe, but what now? The team answers trend related style questions to help dispel some of the confusion listeners face. As always, a lively discussion ensues. Listen in to get the low down on whether its better to pick a trend color over silhouette, scarf or no scarf, and what to choose. That just a sample of what’s covered, and find out what made one stylist shudder.

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Ep 53: The Essentials

Ep 53: The Essentials

Ever wonder what essential pieces make a great start to a fall winter wardrobe? In this episode of Wisdom From The Wardrobe the Michael Bruce Image Consulting team discuss what they feel are the must have items, the building blocks for a great wardrobe. This week the guys definitely get a look in on this style conversation, there may even be a president or two thrown in for good measure.

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Ep 52: Jean Genie

Ep 52: Jean Genie

Jeans are a staple in most people’s wardrobe but with so many style options out there, what do you choose to wear. This week on Wisdom From The Wardrobe your on air style team talks denim silhouettes and what might fit and flatter your shape. From Straight leg to Mom jeans and everything in between, there is a way to wear them all. “Forever in blue jeans”, this show is for you.

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Ep 51: Outer Limits

Ep 51: Outer Limits

As wind and rain is whipping up and making a soggy mess across the Pacific Northwest the conversation on Wisdom From The Wardrobe this week turns to outerwear. Stacy gets excited about the idea of capes as the team talks advantageous silhouettes for the different body types. There are no limits to the fun you can have with your outerwear.

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Ep 50: Spilling The Tea

Ep 50: Spilling The Tea

This week on Wisdom From The Wardrobe the ladies of the Michael Bruce Image Consulting team run the show. So, while the boss is out of town, they were free to spill the tea on real girl talk, from jumpsuit dilemmas to peach fuzz quandaries, they get down to the nitty gritty. Tune in and see what else is on the tea menu, taboo topics, a few laughs this episode has it all, so grab a beverage and sit back and relax.

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Ep 49: Survey Says

Ep 49: Survey Says

Hot off the heels of a very busy fall fashion week in the Pacific Northwest, the Michael Bruce Image Consulting team’s stylists’ recap a few of the most frequently asked questions that were posed to them during their appointments with guests. One of the most recurring lines of inquiry was about comfortable clothing, followed by casual clothing thoughts, colors to suit, and fit without fuss. Check out what the team had to share in this week’s episode of Wisdom From The Wardrobe.

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Ep 48: Around Town

Ep 48: Around Town

This week on Wisdom From The Wardrobe the we continue the conversation we started on the last episode about the fall trends for 2021. Rounding out the women’s looks anticipated for the season with crop tops, coats, prints and 1920 revival meet 1990’s grunge, and then delving into the men’s fashions that graced the runways. Of course, the team has their opinions on the trends and as always hit a humorous note. See what’s instore for the season, Enjoy!

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Ep 47: The Sequel

Ep 47: The Sequel

This week on Wisdom From The Wardrobe the we continue the conversation we started on the last episode about the fall trends for 2021. Rounding out the women’s looks anticipated for the season with crop tops, coats, prints and 1920 revival meet 1990’s grunge, and then delving into the men’s fashions that graced the runways. Of course, the team has their opinions on the trends and as always hit a humorous note. See what’s instore for the season, Enjoy!

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Ep 46: Fallin' For

Ep 46: Fallin' For

All the leaves are brown, and the sky is grey; well maybe not yet but it will soon be, but your wardrobe doesn’t have to feel dull just because it’s the turn of a new season. This week on Wisdom From the Wardrobe the Michael Bruce Image Consulting team wants to inject a little freshness into you’re the world of style as they talk about the fall trends for 2021. What was seen on the runways from the designers and what trends we like. How we think it will translate into the retail space locally, and what trends are more east coat than west. Tune in and see what all the fuss is about.

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Ep 45: Sugar N Spice

Ep 45: Sugar N Spice

With fall knocking on the door, this week the team divulges what we will be doing for Fall Fashion Week this year in partnership with the Bellevue Collection. We also weigh in on the trend fall color palette forecast from Pantone, what colors sashayed down the runway for Fall 2021, and what colors the team is seeing showing up in stores already for the season. From Mykonos Blue, Illuminating Yellow, Fuchsia Fedora, to the warm tones of Adobe and Root Beer to name a few, and classic colors like coconut cream and olive branch are thrown in for good measure. They are a delight for the senses and the mood that is sure to inspire us to for the autumnal style seasons ahead.

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Ep 44: TikTok Made Us Do It

Ep 44: TikTok Made Us Do It

This week on Wisdom From The Wardrobe the conversation is heavy on fun as the team talks about the excitement of Macklemore’s clothing line, Bogey Boys being featured at Nordstrom and the man himself making an appearance at the store in Bellevue. Then switching gears to social media, and how one app nudged the team to try a few things that had shown up in their feeds. Check out the good, the bad and the dumpster fires in not to so serious episode. Sit back relax and have some fun.

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Ep 43: Run(way), Don't Walk To Fall Fashion Week

Ep 43:  Run(way), Don't Walk To Fall Fashion Week

As summer starts to draw to a close, the conversation on Wisdom From The Wardrobe this week turns to Fashion Week, specifically Fall Fashion Week at the Bellevue Collection. Tune in as the team talks with the VP of marketing at The Bellevue Collection about what their guest can expect this year from the runway shows and other events, as they celebrate 75 years of fashion in the PNW. Run don’t walk to get your tickets to the shows as they sell out fast or book an appointment for a personal styling experience with us in partnership with The Bellevue Collection its all part of the glamour and fun of Fall Fashion Week 2021.

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Ep 42: One Size Doesn't Fit All!

Ep 42:  One Size Doesn't Fit All!

Shopping for an outfit or clothing can be fun, it can also be challenging depending on your viewpoint, but when you can’t find what you are looking for because retailers are not carrying merchandise that works for your body it can leave you feeling frustrated, fraught, and dejected. This week on Wisdom From The Wardrobe, The Michael Bruce Image Consulting team tackles the hot topic of size inclusive fashion and what that means, or should mean! Listen in as they discuss brands that are doing size inclusion well, areas where there should be opportunities for inclusion, and where the fashion and style industry is lacking. There are some surprises with companies that are leading the charge and providing more options for fashion and style consumers. There is more work to be done but it’s a start.

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