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The Everyday Style School
Hosted by Jennifer Mackey Mary · EN
Welcome to the show that teaches you everything your mom never did about getting dressed! The Everyday Style School inspires you to love the way you look everyday, and gives you the tools to make it easy. From understanding your body shape, to getting rid of clothes that no longer serve you, we give real style advice to women with real lives, real bodies, and real budgets.
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Style from the Inside Out
Aug 7, 202500:15:34Summary readyIn this episode of Summer Shorts, we’re flipping the script on where true style starts. Spoiler alert: it’s not your jeans or your blazer—it’s what you wear when no one is watching. From your underwear drawer to your self-worth, we’re connecting the dots between unseen style and becoming a stylish woman from the inside out. This one’s short, powerful, and packed with take-action tips.Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/inside-out
SummaryStop Wasting Money on Single Use Outfits
Jul 31, 202500:12:59Summary readyIn this episode of Summer Shorts, I tackle the expensive mistake of last-minute clothes shopping and why those panic purchases never become wardrobe favorites. I explain the real reasons we find ourselves sweating in fitting rooms at 9 PM (spoiler: it's not just poor planning), why shopping from panic instead of preference leads to ill-fitting, off-brand purchases, and how these one-off items create closet confusion. I share practical strategies for planning ahead, preparing your closet for impromptu special occasions, and embracing that caring about how you look isn't frivolous - it's about living more fully in the life you want.Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/single-use-outfits
SummaryIs Your Closet a Boutique or a Museum?
Jul 24, 202500:13:29Summary readyIn this episode of Summer Shorts, I share my favorite piece of style wisdom about transforming your closet into the boutique you shop from each morning. I break down the two parts of creating this boutique experience - what's actually in your closet and how the space makes you feel - and explain why your closet shouldn't be a museum to who you used to be or storage for who you might become. You’ll also get practical tips for upgrading your space.Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/closet-boutique-museum
SummaryThe Only Opinion That Matters
Jul 17, 202500:11:33Summary readyIn this episode of Summer Shorts, I tackle something that sounds simple but keeps so many women stuck: giving yourself permission to like what you like. I explain why asking "what do WE think?" about your outfits is the wrong question, how focusing on getting style "right" instead of wearing what you love leads to the expensive "should" trap, and why buying clothes you think you should have makes you feel like a style imposter. I share practical exercises to help you identify what you actually love in your closet and start trusting your own taste, because when it comes to style, your opinion is the only one that matters.Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/only-opinion-matters
SummaryYour Wardrobe’s Bottom Line
Jul 10, 202500:13:41Summary readyIn this episode of Summer Shorts, we’re getting to the root of your wardrobe problems by revealing where they actually live: in your pants. I’ll share the story of a client who tried unsuccessfully to solve the wrong wardrobe problem, and break down the three specific problems hiding in your bottoms. Plus, I explain why we overbuy tops and neglect our bottoms, and the wardrobe problems that strategy creates. Finally, I give you a step-by-step process to diagnose which problem you need to solve before you spend another dollar on clothes.Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/wardrobe-bottom-line
SummaryStyle From the Ground Up
Jul 3, 202500:09:21Summary readyIn this episode of Summer Shorts, I’m diving into my most repeated, but misunderstood, piece of advice! I share the story of a client whose wardrobe didn’t come together until she solved the right problem, explain why women hear when I say “shoes define your style”, and reveal how the wrong shoes not only waste your money, but can actually make you think you're bad at style. I'm also giving you practical steps for finding better shoes for the way you really live, and using them to boost your style. Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/shoes-define-your-style
SummaryYour Everyday Matters
Jun 26, 202500:11:11Summary readyIn the first episode of our Summer Shorts series, I’m breaking down a fundamental style concept that changes everything: the difference between dressing well and dressing up. I share why this distinction is the foundation of everything we do at Everyday Style, reveal insights from the Style Made Simple Challenge about why this mindset shift is harder than it seems, and give you a practical challenge to uplevel your daily outfits without making them dressier. If you've ever thought, "I'm not going anywhere special today, so who cares what I wear" this episode is for you!Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/your-everyday-matters
Summary10 Wearable Trends for Summer 2025
Jun 6, 202500:35:03Summary readyIn this episode, I’m sharing 10 trends for Summer 2025 that you can work into your real-life wardrobe to look current without feeling like you’re trying too hard or that you raided your teenage daughter’s closet.Listen and learn what’s trending for the season and tips for making the trends work for you.Need more help getting your wardrobe looking current? Many of these styles are featured in our Summer 2025 Capsule Wardrobe Guide, available June 5th. The Guide shows you how to combine 39 pieces (mostly basics, with a few trends peppered in) to create over 200 Summer outfits.The Guide is available in the Style Circle membership, where you also get access to all of our Style Masterclasses, our Facebook Community, and lots of other style resources. Plus, you get our exclusive members-only podcast, The Everyday Style School: Extra Credit. This month, I’m sharing five more Summer trends and the pieces I’m adding to my closet this season. Join the Style Circle and get everything you need to make style easy.I hope this episode gives you some insight into what’s big this season and gives you some practical tips for making it easy to keep your wardrobe looking fresh and current.Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/summer-trends-2025
SummaryThe 30 Minute Closet Edit You Can Do This Week
May 22, 202500:16:13Summary readyDo you dread the seasonal wardrobe changeover? Let's be honest - pulling out bins, packing away clothes, and managing a closet that's bursting at the seams isn't anyone's idea of fun. But what if it didn't need to be so painful? In today's episode, I'm sharing my game-changing 30-minute closet editing process that not only makes seasonal transitions smoother but actually refines your wardrobe over time. This isn't about trying on everything you own or making perfect decisions - it's about quick, strategic choices that make getting dressed easier now and in the future.I hope this episode helps you rethink what's truly worth keeping in your closet and gives you permission to let go of the things that no longer serve you. Remember, every minute spent managing clothes you don't wear is time you could spend enjoying life in clothes you love. These quick edits might seem small, but they compound over time, creating more breathing room in your closet and your life.In this episode:The "Christmas mug" mistake that keeps you frustrated season after season (and how to avoid itWhy you're not trying anything on in this edit – and why that's actually the secret to successThe emotional baggage hiding in your closet and how to finally let it goThe one step that'll save you from clothing condition heartbreak next yearFull show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/30-minute-closet-edit
SummaryThe Habit Keeping You From the Wardrobe You Want
May 1, 202500:35:19Summary readyLet's talk about what I believe is one of the most destructive style habits you can have - recreational shopping. After over 25 years as a stylist, I've seen how this habit wastes money, confuses style, and leaves women with "nothing to wear" despite having closets full of clothes. Recreational shopping isn't just those planned shopping trips with girlfriends; it's any time you buy clothes you weren't expecting to, from impulsive Target t-shirt purchases to vacation souvenirs that never make it out of the closet once you're home. In this episode, I'm breaking down why this habit is so harmful, how to recognize when you're doing it, and practical strategies to shop more intentionally.I hope this helps you recognize how your shopping habits can undermine your style and clutter your closet. Remember - if you have a closet full of clothes but you still struggle to get dressed, recreational shopping might be part of the problem. Your shopping habits determine the quality of your wardrobe, which affects how easily you can pull together outfits you love. Making even small changes to how you shop can have a huge impact on your everyday style!Here's what you'll learn:What recreational shopping really looks likeThe two main ways recreational shopping wreaks havoc on your wardrobe.Why price vs. value matters more than you think - and why clearance sections create wardrobe problems, not solutions.The reasons why how you're feeling - and who you're with - can dramatically affect your purchases.Practical ways to break the recreational shopping habit.Full show notes and resources: https://youreverydaystyle.com/stop-recreational-shopping Join the free Style Made Simple Challenge, May 12-16, 2025In just 5 days, you'll:Understand your body shapeDiscover your natural styleStart saving time AND moneyLearn the #1 mistake women make when they want better styleUnlock the secret to better outfits and easier morningsVisit youreverydaystyle.com/simple to register today!
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