People who visit the store always ask us about the bar in the middle of the store. It doesn't look like a typical bar because there are huge jars of sugar, salt and various butters. And, you can't help but notice that there are bottles of oils too. Then we explain that it is our organic scrub bar and people get excited.
The experience is unlike anything else in St. Louis. Take a seat at the bar, look through the menu and order what you want custom blended just for you. It is all about getting the texture that you want with the scent and oils that appeal to you. There just isn't a more customized experience for spa products.
The reason I started this is because I am a sugar scrub addict. I have tried every scrub available looking for one that has high quality ingredients that are beneficial. Then I did a lot of research and started being what my staff fondly calls "the mad scientist". I've made hundreds of scrubs trying to find the perfect texture and results. The result? Our scrubs are absolutely amazing and affordable.
Our ingredients are by far the freshest that you can get in spa products. We buy in small quantities and go through them so fast that you are getting the absolute freshest oils, sugars and butters. This is important because we don't use preservatives. You want to get the longest shelf life possible.
I quit using lotions over a year ago and have never had skin this soft. Exfoliating gets the dead skin off and then the scrub returns moisture. Couple this with high quality ingredients and you just can't beat the fabulously soft skin that you get!
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Fall Fashions from A-Z
When the weather starts changing and layering becomes an option...I get excited. I love jackets, vests and accessories for fall. The texture of the fabrics and the styling of jackets and coats really makes me happy.
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When it came time to share with all of you the great things that we have in for fall we just couldn't resist giving you a list of all our favorite things from A-Z! In addition to having lots and lots of fabulous things in for the season, we have some really cool events planned. Trunk shows, cocktail parties and deep discount days. Keep checking back with us because you won't want to miss all of the exciting things happening at Anatomy of Style.
But, before we start partying and shopping, let me give you a little sneak peak of our fall favorites from A-Z.
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We hope you enjoy our fun little fall list!!
Gini and Carrie
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Economy and Style
When financial times are tight it might seem like a really impractical time to spend money on clothes. However, you have to ask yourself if you look like a successful professional when you hit the office every day. The impact that your personal style has on your professional life may be more profound than you think.
With lay-offs becoming the norm rather than the exception it is necessary to employ every weapon in our arsenal to stay on top. This includes the way that you look in the office, at company functions or even in social situations where you may run into clients. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying that if you are mediocre at your job but you look good you won't ever get the ax. I mean, if you are exceptional at your job but you want one more thing to make you the most desirable choice when it comes to reorg decisions.....look good!!
You can take a few really nice pieces and create a professional, stylish wardrobe for work. It isn't necessary to spend a fortune to make sure you look like you are worth a fortune. It is necessary to be up to date. You want to show that you are current, you know what is going on in the world, but you still take your job seriously.
I've worked with lots of clients that aren't interested in they traditional suiting. But, they want to look competent and attractive. We put together jackets, shrugs, interesting tops and pants or skirts that all work together. This makes it easy to get ready in the morning and simply pull something out of the closet without too much thought. The benefit? You get to focus on your business and being your brightest while looking great doing it!!
Monday, May 25, 2009
Pink Capri Pants
I made a commitment recently to donate $10 from every pair of pink capri pants that we sell. Well, it's one thing to make the commitment and another to get the word out so that you can raise money and awareness. So, I wrote my blog and posted links on my website.
I have a daily routine that I do to check and see how well my keywords are actually working. Today I went in and checked "products that donate to breast cancer research". I was looking for the article that I put on my website using that exact search term. I came across an article of a different nature.
The article was about pinkwashing. It was on a PR watch site. At first it kind of made me mad. So what if companies were marketing their products around breast cancer awareness as long as they were raising money. But, the more I read the more I understood what they were talking about. And sure enough, I was guilty of pinkwashing. I was just raising money and selling products. I wasn't doing anything personally to make women aware of the dangers of breast cancer or the ways that we can prevent it.
Ironically, today I was home because it was Memorial Day and I sat down to watch Oprah. It was about breast cancer! You think I'm getting a strong message here? I learned a lot...and a lot that scared me.
I assumed that I was a low risk woman because there has never been any breast cancer in my family. WRONG. 70% of women who get breast cancer have no family history.
I assumed that if I ever did get breast cancer that it would be caught early because I get mammograms. WRONG. If you have dense breast tissue then some cancer won't show up on a mammogram. And the only way to know if you have dense breast tissue is to ask the radiologist the question. Who knew?
I thought that drugs were the only way to affect the cancer if you did get it. WRONG. Some women who have had breast cancer have been able to reduce the growth/spread by as much as 25% with a change in diet. Imagine how much we could do for prevention just knowing that diet affects breast cancer that much.
What I learned today is amazing. I am still making the same offer of $10 being donated for every pair of pink capri pants that we sell. But, I want you to get more from us than that. I want you to know what you can do to prevent breast cancer. I want you to know that we are making sure that the money we donate goes to organizations that focus on prevention as well as a cure.
Visit http://www.krazylarrypants.com/ to find out more about how we have joined in the fight against breast cancer.
Thank you!
I have a daily routine that I do to check and see how well my keywords are actually working. Today I went in and checked "products that donate to breast cancer research". I was looking for the article that I put on my website using that exact search term. I came across an article of a different nature.
The article was about pinkwashing. It was on a PR watch site. At first it kind of made me mad. So what if companies were marketing their products around breast cancer awareness as long as they were raising money. But, the more I read the more I understood what they were talking about. And sure enough, I was guilty of pinkwashing. I was just raising money and selling products. I wasn't doing anything personally to make women aware of the dangers of breast cancer or the ways that we can prevent it.
Ironically, today I was home because it was Memorial Day and I sat down to watch Oprah. It was about breast cancer! You think I'm getting a strong message here? I learned a lot...and a lot that scared me.
I assumed that I was a low risk woman because there has never been any breast cancer in my family. WRONG. 70% of women who get breast cancer have no family history.
I assumed that if I ever did get breast cancer that it would be caught early because I get mammograms. WRONG. If you have dense breast tissue then some cancer won't show up on a mammogram. And the only way to know if you have dense breast tissue is to ask the radiologist the question. Who knew?
I thought that drugs were the only way to affect the cancer if you did get it. WRONG. Some women who have had breast cancer have been able to reduce the growth/spread by as much as 25% with a change in diet. Imagine how much we could do for prevention just knowing that diet affects breast cancer that much.
What I learned today is amazing. I am still making the same offer of $10 being donated for every pair of pink capri pants that we sell. But, I want you to get more from us than that. I want you to know what you can do to prevent breast cancer. I want you to know that we are making sure that the money we donate goes to organizations that focus on prevention as well as a cure.
Visit http://www.krazylarrypants.com/ to find out more about how we have joined in the fight against breast cancer.
Thank you!
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Pink Capri Pants
For those of you who read my blog regularly you will probably be shaking your head and wondering what has gotten into me. I mean, pink capri pants, what is that about? Well, it really is about something completely different than pink capri pants.
I am so fortunate to be walking with a lovely group of women in the Race for the Cure. When I sent out my note to friends and family asking them for their support, I got many back saying that they had participated or donated for a long time. That really impressed me.
I've been working with women for years now in regards to their appearance. I have to say that I am shocked by the number of women who have faced breast cancer. We all know someone, we all have heard the survivor stories and we all hope that it will never be us.
With that said, I heard a story of a 10 year old girl who was diagnosed with breast cancer. What????? Does she even have breasts? This sent an alarm clear through my body. If the danger of breast cancer is starting at such a young age then we must step up our efforts to stop this horrible disease.
Every little thing that we do makes a difference. That's why I am doing something a little different. In addition to being a part of Race for the Cure, I am going to donate $10 for every pair of pink capri pants, pink ankle pants or pink pants that I sell until the end of the year.
If you have been looking for a pair of pink pants then this is your opportunity to get what you want and help to stop the spread of breast cancer.
Visit www.krazylarrypants.com or www.anatomyofstyle.com to purchase your pink pants!
I am so fortunate to be walking with a lovely group of women in the Race for the Cure. When I sent out my note to friends and family asking them for their support, I got many back saying that they had participated or donated for a long time. That really impressed me.
I've been working with women for years now in regards to their appearance. I have to say that I am shocked by the number of women who have faced breast cancer. We all know someone, we all have heard the survivor stories and we all hope that it will never be us.
With that said, I heard a story of a 10 year old girl who was diagnosed with breast cancer. What????? Does she even have breasts? This sent an alarm clear through my body. If the danger of breast cancer is starting at such a young age then we must step up our efforts to stop this horrible disease.
Every little thing that we do makes a difference. That's why I am doing something a little different. In addition to being a part of Race for the Cure, I am going to donate $10 for every pair of pink capri pants, pink ankle pants or pink pants that I sell until the end of the year.
If you have been looking for a pair of pink pants then this is your opportunity to get what you want and help to stop the spread of breast cancer.
Visit www.krazylarrypants.com or www.anatomyofstyle.com to purchase your pink pants!
Monday, May 18, 2009
The Best Black Pants for Your Body Shape
Having a pair of black pants in your wardrobe can make getting dressed so much easier. Black pants go with any color, they can be casual or dressy and they are slimming when they fit well. I don't know of any woman who doesn't have a pair of black pants in her wardrobe. The question is, "Are they the best black pants for your body shape?"
Black pants alone are not going to solve all of your wardrobe woes. But, the best black pants for your body may. Here are a few tips to help you find the black pants that will make you look like a million bucks!
1. Go for quality fabrics. This doesn't necessarily mean expensive, but the fabric should drape well and feel good against your skin. Krazy Larry pants (www.krazylarrypants.com) have a nutty name, but their microfiber fabric is simply the best!
2. Buy easy to care for fabrics. If you have to dry clean your black pants every other time you wear them then you will probably find them in your dry cleaning pile more often than hanging in your closet. Purchase black pants that have a nice drape, good feel and are washable. This will make all the difference in the world. Krazy Larry pants are washable and wrinkle resistant so I always recommend these to clients.
3. Buyers beware of awkward pockets. Some body shapes look great with a little pocket as a distraction. But, many body shapes look so much better without pockets. And, as women, we shouldn't be carrying things in our pockets anyway!
4. If they don't fit perfectly in all the right places the get them altered. You can take a good pair of black pants and make the the best black pants ever with a little alterations. Face it, they weren't made for your body specifically...why would they fit you like a glove without a little nip and tuck?
If you are an hourglass:
You have a wonderful figure that you can show off. Smooth, clean lines help to bring the attention to your feminine curves. Pants without a waistband and simple styling is best for your body shape. Go for a boot cut or if you are a smaller size a slim pant.
If you are an inverted triangle:
You are smaller in the waist and hips than in the shoulders or bust. A small, flap pocket on the back of your pants will help to balance your figure without adding bulk. You can get away with a trouser cut as long as the front pockets don't gape open. Watch the fit, these are supposed to be loose. You can also wear a skinny pant if you are on the smaller side.
If you are an oval:
Pants are probably difficult to find and be comfortable. Look for pants without pockets as they will typically add bulk around the middle. A hidden elastic waistband is perfect for your shape. Side zip and a straight leg will help you to look your best in black pants.
If your are a rectangle:
You are shaped very much like the inverted triangle in your waist and hips. You will be able to wear just about any pant that you like as long as there is not too much of a contour in the waistband. Pants that are smooth and simple look best with jackets that have interesting shapes and long tunics.
If you are a triangle:
Pants are probably an area of frustration for you. With a small waist, larger hips and thighs you suffer the "gap in the back" syndrome most often. Alterations are going to be your friend. If you buy simple cut pants with no pockets alterations are easy and inexpensive. Find a style with no waistband and lot of contour. This means, hold the pants up and if you see a smile occur between the front and back of the pants then they have contour. The bigger the smile, the better the fit for a triangle.
Once you find the best black pants for your body shape then you should buy a couple. I recommend that you go to www.bestblackpants.com to start your search! They should always be clean and ready to go at a moments notice. I would even suggest that you buy a couple of pairs and have them hemmed for flats and heels.
Black pants alone are not going to solve all of your wardrobe woes. But, the best black pants for your body may. Here are a few tips to help you find the black pants that will make you look like a million bucks!
1. Go for quality fabrics. This doesn't necessarily mean expensive, but the fabric should drape well and feel good against your skin. Krazy Larry pants (www.krazylarrypants.com) have a nutty name, but their microfiber fabric is simply the best!
2. Buy easy to care for fabrics. If you have to dry clean your black pants every other time you wear them then you will probably find them in your dry cleaning pile more often than hanging in your closet. Purchase black pants that have a nice drape, good feel and are washable. This will make all the difference in the world. Krazy Larry pants are washable and wrinkle resistant so I always recommend these to clients.
3. Buyers beware of awkward pockets. Some body shapes look great with a little pocket as a distraction. But, many body shapes look so much better without pockets. And, as women, we shouldn't be carrying things in our pockets anyway!
4. If they don't fit perfectly in all the right places the get them altered. You can take a good pair of black pants and make the the best black pants ever with a little alterations. Face it, they weren't made for your body specifically...why would they fit you like a glove without a little nip and tuck?
If you are an hourglass:
You have a wonderful figure that you can show off. Smooth, clean lines help to bring the attention to your feminine curves. Pants without a waistband and simple styling is best for your body shape. Go for a boot cut or if you are a smaller size a slim pant.
If you are an inverted triangle:
You are smaller in the waist and hips than in the shoulders or bust. A small, flap pocket on the back of your pants will help to balance your figure without adding bulk. You can get away with a trouser cut as long as the front pockets don't gape open. Watch the fit, these are supposed to be loose. You can also wear a skinny pant if you are on the smaller side.
If you are an oval:
Pants are probably difficult to find and be comfortable. Look for pants without pockets as they will typically add bulk around the middle. A hidden elastic waistband is perfect for your shape. Side zip and a straight leg will help you to look your best in black pants.
If your are a rectangle:
You are shaped very much like the inverted triangle in your waist and hips. You will be able to wear just about any pant that you like as long as there is not too much of a contour in the waistband. Pants that are smooth and simple look best with jackets that have interesting shapes and long tunics.
If you are a triangle:
Pants are probably an area of frustration for you. With a small waist, larger hips and thighs you suffer the "gap in the back" syndrome most often. Alterations are going to be your friend. If you buy simple cut pants with no pockets alterations are easy and inexpensive. Find a style with no waistband and lot of contour. This means, hold the pants up and if you see a smile occur between the front and back of the pants then they have contour. The bigger the smile, the better the fit for a triangle.
Once you find the best black pants for your body shape then you should buy a couple. I recommend that you go to www.bestblackpants.com to start your search! They should always be clean and ready to go at a moments notice. I would even suggest that you buy a couple of pairs and have them hemmed for flats and heels.
Friday, May 8, 2009
Perfect Black Pants
Oprah just did a show about the perfect black pants and white top. It is a great go-to outfit, but really just having the perfect black pants in your closet is more than half the battle. I mean everything goes with black pants!
When I think of the perfect black pant here is what comes to mind:
* they need to drape well, just skimming your body
* you want a smoot profile so that you can wear your shirt out and not have bulges and bumps
* you want a leg that flatters your body shape (boot cut for triangle, straight for rectangle, straight for oval, straight or boot cut for inverted triangle or hourglass)
* you want them to be easy to care for so that they are available more often than not.
Of course, I looked high and low to find just this type of pant for my store. They are available in 3 fabrics, 3 lengths, sizes 2-24 and a wide variety of colors. They are also washable, dryable and wrinkle resistant. I just can't believe how great and expensive these pants look!
So if you are looking for the perfect black pants or the perfect brown pants or the perfect ivory pants....the list goes on and on...visit http://www.krazylarrypants.com/!
When I think of the perfect black pant here is what comes to mind:
* they need to drape well, just skimming your body
* you want a smoot profile so that you can wear your shirt out and not have bulges and bumps
* you want a leg that flatters your body shape (boot cut for triangle, straight for rectangle, straight for oval, straight or boot cut for inverted triangle or hourglass)
* you want them to be easy to care for so that they are available more often than not.
Of course, I looked high and low to find just this type of pant for my store. They are available in 3 fabrics, 3 lengths, sizes 2-24 and a wide variety of colors. They are also washable, dryable and wrinkle resistant. I just can't believe how great and expensive these pants look!
So if you are looking for the perfect black pants or the perfect brown pants or the perfect ivory pants....the list goes on and on...visit http://www.krazylarrypants.com/!
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