Get to know the girls of ReDress….

If there is one thing we’ve learned after 7 years in business, it’s that style is PERSONAL.

The clothes in your closet are not just clothes.  They’re memories; purchases you bought at points in your life that bring back emotions.  You have sequined dresses from your trip to Vegas.  Old college sweatshirts.  Pants to fit pre-and-post baby bodies.  Your clothes reflected who you were then, and who you are today.  And inviting some strangers in to see and inspect and discuss each and every one of these items – that can be intimidating!  We’re here to tell you that we do not judge, rather we hope to take these sentimental pieces and give them new life!

So, in an effort to take away the stranger-ness, we’d like to introduce ourselves and invite you into our lives and closets.

First up:  Cara

Name: Cara Logsdon

Hometown: Upper Arlington

Family: Husband Jeremy, kids Evy (7), Wyatt (5), and Daisy (3)

photo credit: Danielle Lehman Photography

Tell us about your background in fashion:  I kicked off my retail career as a sales associate at The Gap back in high school!  After college I completed the Executive Development Program at Neiman Marcus and was an assistant buyer in Designer Sportswear.  I then moved to Abercrombie & Fitch and worked in merchandising (women’s and girls knits) and then market research/focus groups, where I met Angela!

How would you describe your style:  Classic and feminine with some trendy elements…yet comfortable and practical.  Being the mom of little ones, I don’t want to worry about ruining my clothes.  I like pieces that are versatile: appropriate to wear walking the kids to school, driving them to sports practices, or going out to dinner at night.  I really just try to buy pieces that are interesting and that I love!

What is your go-to item in your closet:  My Rebecca Minkoff crossbody handbags.  They’re just big enough to hold all my essentials and allow me to keep my hands free since I always seem to be carrying something (or someone)!  When I need to carry a bigger bag I just throw it into a tote and go!

What is the oldest item in your closet:  A denim jacket circa 2001 (!!!).  I was studying in Italy for the summer and left the denim jacket I had brought with me at a train station.  I headed to the nearest Benetton (which seemed to be conveniently located on every street corner) and quickly replaced mine.  It’s a medium wash and a classic fit…and I still wear it today!

What is your spring must-have?  A white eyelet midi skirt.  Stylish, classic, and versatile!  I plan on wearing it dressed down with a nautical striped tee and flat sandals, and dressed up with a silk cami and wedges.  And probably my denim jacket!

What are your favorite places to shop:  Madewell and J.Crew, and since I seem to do a lot of shopping online, Shopbop and Zappos!

What’s the best part about being a wardrobe stylist: Seeing the confidence and excitement on our client’s faces after we complete a closet clean-up.  For many people – no matter how stylish or trendy they are – getting dressed and creating outfits can be stressful.  Knowing that we helped make their lives a little bit easier, or made them feel a little bit better about their their personal style, is very rewarding.

And here’s a look into my closet:

 

Coming up….an interview with Angela!

 

 

 

 

ReDress’ Favorite Things…Spring ’15

It’s that time of year, where all we can think about is what we’ll be wearing all spring and summer long!  We’ve rounded up our favorite things – what we hope will be in constant rotation for the next few months.

 

When we’re looking to add to our wardrobes, it’s helpful for us to have a plan as to what we want to buy.  So first we’ll start with our closets and ask ourselves the following questions:

1.  What is missing?  Are there any trends that we love that we don’t have yet?

2.  What needs updated?  Any classics that have become worn and could use replacing?

3.  What did we love wearing last year?  Anything we wish we had more of?

 

Then we’ll shop around in person and online to see if we can find items to fill in the categories we’ve come up with.  But before we buy, we make sure that:

1.  It is versatile (easily dressed up or down!)

2.  It goes with more than one thing in our closet – no impulse buys here, we want to wear our clothes!

3.  We love it!

 

We go through all of these questions *and more* with you during our Closet Clean-Up…so if you need some help (or a new opinion/eye looking for you!), let us know and we’ll get you on our schedule!

SO…here is what we have found that we love and will wear the most this spring and summer!

 

Cara’s Favorite Things:

I’m going for classic comfort with some femininity this spring and summer.  Pieces that are light and airy – pastels, lace, crochet, lots of white…and anything that is versatile and effortless.  I’ll play up my accessories and incorporate trends like tassels, fringe, and pom poms in statement pieces.  I’m envisioning long summer days, and these pieces will easily take me from the pool to drinks on the patio! 

Cara’s Favorite Things Spring ’15 by redress featuring bezel earrings

 

Angela’s Favorite Things:

I’m loving the boho-chic vibe of all of the 70’s inspired pieces with swingy silhouettes, large floral prints, and fringe details mixed with a little metallic glam. Distressed denim is a go-to mixed with super feminine flowy tops. Can’t forget a great outerwear piece for rainy spring days!

Angela’s Favorite Things – Spring ’15 by redress featuring white cocktail dresses

What are some of your favorite things that you’ll be adding to your wardrobe this spring and summer?

ReDress Recap…

Hello!

Well it’s been a busy couple of weeks around here!  On top of our closet clean-ups and personal shopping, we’ve been busy launching new services…coordinating Mother’s Day gift boxes…and more!  To bring everyone up to date (and remind you of the fun things we have going on!) we thought a recap post might be helpful.

1.  Last week we helped Erin of Earnest Home Co. pack for her European Vacation in a carry-on.  Yes, 2+ weeks spent in Europe and only wearing what she could fit in a carry-on rolling suitcase!  We love challenges like this. 🙂  Erin was so happy with what we came up with for her (you can read her recap here), and you can see our take on how we came up with what items made the cut here.  Be sure to follow along with her on Instagram (EarnestHomeCo) to see her outfits and the gorgeous European Scenery!  And if you would like our help packing for your next vacation, just email us!

 

2.  We are super excited about launching our latest service, the Virtual Shopping Experience!!  For our busy/out of town/stylish friends who don’t have time to shop around, we have an answer for you.  With our Virtual Shopping Experience service, we’ll scour the depths of the internet to find you the best and most stylish pieces for YOU and YOUR lifestyle.  We’ll give you visual examples on how to wear what we find, making sure each piece is versatile and will be a piece you wear, love, and feel good in!  The best part is we can work within any budget, and after we send you the links you can buy what you want, when you want (and return what doesn’t work!).

 

3.  We’re taking ReDress on the road, and our first stop is NEW ALBANY.  We had so much positive feedback from our Night of Style, but realized that not everyone was able to make it on the one night that it was offered.  So, we’re heading to the suburbs and bringing the party to YOU.  If you (or your friends!) live in New Albany, they can enter on our Facebook page to win a Fashion Party with us (just “like” and “tag” your friends!) – we’ll be discussing Spring trends, must-haves for your closet, and our favorite tips when it comes to cleaning out your closet (and believe us, we have a lot!).  We’re also bringing along our ReDress Trunk so you can shop some of our favorite pieces and accessories directly from us!  AND, we’ve decided to bring Carrie from C.Kramer Interiors to talk with you about home trends for Spring and how to update your home decorations for the warmer weather!   Our parties are always such a fun night – so remember if you live in New Albany to comment on our post on Facebook (or you can email us!  ReDressColumbus (at) yahoo.com) to be entered to win this FREE fashion party ($250 value).  But you need to hurry, because we’re closing the contest this MONDAY, April 20th!

 

4.  Back by popular demand, we are offering ReDress Mother’s Day Boxes!  We’ll have 2 sizes of boxes this time ($100 & $175), and couldn’t be more thrilled with how they’re coming together.  Each box will be hand picked by US to give to YOU!  This time we’re even throwing in a Barre3 class, a home accessory from Earnest Home Co, and the “Pamper Her” box will have a gift certificate for a spa service at Replenish Spa co-op.  Every box will be accompanied by a chic floral arrangement, and will be wrapped and delivered to your door by Friday May 8th.

From a happy Valentine’s Gift Box recipient: “My husband gave me the ReDress Valentine’s Gift Box and I absolutely loved it!  All of the pieces were really pretty and everything coordinated, even the nail polish!  I really liked that the prints and colors they selected were what is trending this spring.  I would definitely recommend this to my friends and their husbands!”

So ladies, let your husband know what would make you REALLY happy on Mother’s Day this year – a ReDress Mother’s Day Gift Box!  🙂

 

So now that we’re all caught up, we have even more fun things coming up on our blog: our wish lists for Spring/Summer, getting back to our “3 ways to wear” current trends, and more!

 

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a ReDress service, be sure to email us!  ReDressColumbus (at) yahoo.com

 

xo

Angela & Cara