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Organize Your Closet for 2012!

Posted by Nosey Parker on Oct 4, 2011 in DAILY, TIPS | 0 comments

Once you decide to organize your closet, the hardest part is the first step, committing to it. Once you commit, do it immediately. After that, the rest is easy; it’s simply a matter of learning the principles of organizing, following a sensible sequence, and visualizing and defining a precise objective. First, you’ll need three large trash bags: Label each bag (you can write these words on masking tape and apply directly to the bag). 1) “Trash”, 2) “Sell”, 3) “Donate” Music:...

How Much Did You Pay?

Posted by Nosey Parker on May 18, 2011 in DAILY, TIPS | 0 comments

I love Instyle Magazine and they have basically a “what to do?” column that I enjoy reading. So what would you do in this situation? Q: Is it OK to ask a friend how much she paid for something she’s wearing? Sure, as long as you are aware that talking about money can be a very touchy topic. If you think your friend won’t mind sharing this information, go ahead and ask. If she doesn’t respond right away or changes the subject, don’t press it. NP: ...

HELP ME FELLOW NOSEY PARKERS!

Posted by Nosey Parker on Mar 30, 2011 in TIPS | 0 comments

I am selecting merchandise to sell online and in select local stores for Nosey Parker. I have been ask sooooo many times … “Why don’t you have merchandise to buy with your branding?” The main reason is because I don’t want to promote my sales over the stores I shop at or carry something they do. However, the answer to that dilemma is to let them carry my products if they want to! Genius! Here is a survey so you can help me decide what to start with …...

Quick Fix Emergency Kit

Posted by Nosey Parker on Mar 16, 2011 in BEAUTY, TIPS | 0 comments

I am soooo bad about not being prepared for mishaps when I dress up and go out or in the past, even having a wardrobe malfunction at work. Here are 11 Must Have’s for those Wardrobe Emergencies: (per The Rachel Zoe Project Brad Goreski, InStyle Mag) 1. SOFT SOLES Adding foot cushions to your shoes is “every celebrities secret to easing high-heel pain. Dr. Scholl’s For Her Insoles (I also like 2. DOUBLE-STICK TAPE Put a bit on your shoulder or your bust to prevent...

Red Wine On A Borrowed Blouse

Posted by Nosey Parker on Feb 28, 2011 in TIPS | 0 comments

I love Instyle Magazine and they have basically a “what to do?” column that I enjoy reading. So what would you do in this situation? Q: I borrowed my friend’s top and spilled red wine on it. Do I pay for dry cleaning or buy her a new one? A: Borrowing clothes is like taking out a loan, which means you assume liability. Offer to have the item professionally cleaned. If the stain doesn’t come out, replace the top or get a gift card of equal value at the store where...