It's almost 2018!  I'm using this time of reflection to define my style.  What's your style?

If there's one item of clothing that is the epitome of cool and can make any outfit look instantly badass, it's the leather jacket. 

The fall Who What Wear Collection at Target does not disappoint.  Shop every item I purchased to round out my fall wardrobe.

How to care for your expensive footwear to keep them in good condition and looking fabulous for years.

A minor foot injury resulted in doctor's orders to wear sneakers for a week.  Challenge accepted!  Here are five ways to create sneaker outfits with items already in your closet.

We use one term to identify an incredibly diverse item of clothing.  So many additional factors contribute to making the LBD so unique.  

We are nearly at the end of the outfit tour!  I saved lots of fun and one of my favorite outfits for last.  Keep reading for more magic (literally) from London.  

We made it to London and stuck with an aggressive sight-seeing schedule!  Relive every English moment in part four of the outfit tour.

Before leaving France we got dressed up for a magical evening on the water. Part three is one of my favorites. 

Our Paris explorations continue, with two new outfits and many more landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower.  Part two of a five part tour.

We went a bit photo crazy on our trip to Paris and London. Take a tour with us in a five part series. Experience every landmark and outfit, starting with our arrival in Paris. 

A couple weeks ago I went to the French Alps and came back a different person.  I accomplished some physical feats that I considered impossibilities. My world view has greatly expanded.  I see clear paths to happiness. Sound interesting? Keep reading.

Twice a year I hit the reset button on my closet by swapping my winter and summer clothing in preparation of the upcoming season.  I've got it down to a science in eight steps.  Read on to follow my process in photos.

Packing for a vacation is stressful and takes a lot of planning.  My sister and I were seeking some much needed sunshine and beach time. Unfortunately, the weather had other plans.  Read on for full trip details and my packing strategy.

As a shoe gal, my footwear is a priority for me to stay feeling great in my clothes.  Here are the five shoes that I’ve purchased for spring and similar options of each.  Let the retail therapy commence!

Jumpsuits are one of those items that I never had the courage to wear but admired them from afar.  I finally found one that works for me...in four different ways!

When I realized my vacation was cancelled I was bummed that I didn’t get to escape the chilly weather for a couple days and pull out some of my summer outfits I’ve been itching to wear.  Now I’m sharing how I actually planned to style each of these items for Florida.

When I have a hard day of work ahead a special outfit is needed to conquer it.  Avoid the “I don’t have anything to wear” feeling by starting with one item to build around.  Use these seven tips to mix and match based on what’s already in your closet and build new outfits you’ll love.

The saying “time flies when you’re having fun” is so very appropriate for the one year anniversary of Magenta Blazer!  I’ve had a blast sharing my outfits and my antics with you these last 365 days!  Looking back, there’ve been some unexpected surprises and some really magical moments that make all the outfit planning so worth it.

Whether it’s an old college hoodie, the leather skirt you splurged on because it makes you feel your fiercest or the amazing shoes that mark the beginning of a new, life-long goal, clothing are so much more than items that hang in your closet.