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MissusSmartyPants.com offers you FREE weekly style tips. Each pre-recorded show shares timely dressing and style tips to help you look your best--whatever the season!
This show is for women looking to reinvent their style. Tips are offered weekly for makeup, the right fit of your clothing to hair and much, much more! Grab a cup of tea, sit down and put your feet up and take a listen...
Start the New Year off with "dressing slim" tips. So many fabulous techniques for looking slimmer in your clothes!
The secret to looking more stylish? Wear the correct fit! Find out today what a BIG difference good fitting clothes make...AND what correct fit is in the first place.
The Must-have Basics for Your Wardrobe The list you need to start building a quality wardrobe one step at a time! No more impulsive purchases and guilt-ridden thoughts. Your wardrobe will be more stylish, yet less expensive in the long run. What a fabulous way to prepare for the New Year!
Festive Style!From all out dressy occasions to suggestions for re-mixing and using what you've already got...you're covered here with style suggestions for every holiday occasion.
Just the feeling of being in a “style rut” is telling you it's time to do something different. Now it’s up to YOU to make it happen!
Learn ways to dig out of your frumpy style rut this hour!
Waistline Management 101
Some things in life are inevitable. Like taxes and inheriting our craziness from our kids. Another thing is our expanding waistlines, LOL!
Seriously, between our over-scheduled lives and shifts in our hormones, the weight tends to accumulate on our mid-sections!
Forget the crunches, learn ways to dress to appear slimmer in the waist this hour.
Do you consider your body’s proportions every time you dress? Probably not…however if you do, you can improve the way you look in your clothes!
Discover how to balance your unique shape with the right styles and you will find your style transformed to new heights like never before!
TODAY'S TOPIC: How to be stylish at any age! + Secrets to great style & what's holding you back (you probably don't even realize what it is).
Interview w/ owner of Divine Consign, a NEW consignment store in Charlotte NC. Amalia Tucker joins me this hour to chat about how you can save $ and look more fashionable by shopping consignment!
I'll also talk about fall accessories & transitioning your wardrobe into fall!
Budget friendly & consignment store shopping. How and what to purchase to get the most bang for your buck!
Cute,comfortable and stylish shoes! Yes, they do exist! Find out the name brands and where to get affordable cute shoes you'll love to wear!
"Having a personal creative-funk-crisis & need a bit of inspiration?" That's what was happening in Marisa's life. Marisa is the creator of the New Dress a Day blog: http://newdressaday.wordpress.com/about/ Join me this hour as she explains her unconventional way of being stylish 365 days a yr, 365 new dresses & with $365 dollars!!!
TODAY’S TOPIC: How to measure for a “perfect” fit + we’ll chat about this week’s Style Mission/challenge!
Back to school shopping! Money saving shopping stratgies & how to pick the right backpack.
Plus we'll talk a little girl talk today too!
What is holding back your style? How we sabotage our style...emotional connections to our clothing and our appearance. How to move past what is holding you back from being your best.
This week your style questions answered! Today, MSP will answer your "how to" style questions.
For example how to select a necklace that won't compete w/ your belt, how to wear navy and black together, how to go sleeveless & more!
It's July! A BIG sale month! Red, white and "on sale" Learn savvy shopping tactics to get the most for your dollars! SURPRISE SHOW PRODUCER! Marla Cilley (the FlyLady) helps me take calls while my producer Nikki is away!
Shorts or Capris? What to Wear in the Summer Heat! Find out today how to put in all together for the best look.
Putting yourself out there with your style! How to take style risks and feel comfortable w/ who you are.
Missus Smarty Pants offers weekly style help to women wanting to reinvent their style! Onebag.com stops by to offer some packing & travel tips as well.
Today's Topic: Travel & packing. What to pack and how to pack it!!!
No experienced traveler ever says next time they'll take MORE...find out how to take less & still look great!
Empowering Your Femininity w/ skirts & dresses!
Fit guidelines for finding the right ones for you...and other ways to add a touch of "feminine" to your wardrobe!
Does your style evolve? Know what is in and what is out of style...stay up-to-date and know what styles are passe.
TODAY’S TOPIC: How to get out of a jean and t-shirt rut! STYLISH CASUAL OUTFITS WITHOUT DENIM!
TODAY’S TOPIC: Dressing to Slim Your Waist! Tips & tricks for dressing in a “slimmer” way!
Spring basics & trendy items...putting them all together to create "One item, worn 3 different ways"
Create wardrobe ideas + much, much more!
What's the secret to great style? How come I don't have it???
Today we talk about our body image, self-esteem and negative messages that hold us back from great style. Are you sabotaging your style?
Find out today!
The Big Spring Preview...talking about which spring fashions you'll want to add to your wardrobe this season.
Hot picks and how to get them to work for you in a stylish way!
Let go of all the black...welcome spring w/ more color!
MSP will explain how to add more color into your wardrobe. Learn how to mix colors in a stylish way!
What to have in your closet this spring! Find out what you really need (& what you are missing) so you can to look ultra-stylish this season!
TODAY'S TOPIC: Accessories, part two (belts & hats)
MSP explains how to wear these challenging accessories & more!
Accessories! Scarves, belts & brooches are "style tools" that can actually balance your shape...plus they improve your style & keep you on budget!
Leslie answers emailed style questions this hour as well.
Color coordinating our wardrobes + a special guest joins us. My son will chat w/ us before his Army deployment to Afghanistan.
It's BRA week at Missus Smarty Pants! Learn how to solve slipping straps, wires poking in and other bra fitting issues.
Today's topic: making smart dressing choices...plus some silly TV ad "gizmos" you don't want to try!
Today’s Topic: Exercise clothes that will motivate you to move.
MSP tells you brands that will give you plenty of coverage & support—plus they’re cute too!
Have you let yourself go? This topic is filled w/ many emotions--get your hanky ready!
Also, we are in week #3 (final week)of Festive Style. This week's topic: holiday makeup tips.
Week one of "Three Weeks to Festive Style" Plus MSP answers questions from her BigTent group about their biggest style challenges! Lots of helpful style advice today! Join us!
What's a Style Challenge and are you ready to take the pledge? Get encouraged today! You deserve to feel pretty about YOU!
Protecting your Investment: How to Care for Your Clothes.With a tight economy it only makes sense that we take care of what we already have rather than constantly buy replacements.
Special Show TODAY! Caitlin from Operation Beautiful is joining me to talk about promoting a positive body image. ALL WOMEN ARE BEAUTIFUL...pass it on! Find out how at: http://operationbeautiful.com/ Also, I'll chat about JEANS! How to get YOUR best fit. There are flattering jean styles out there--find the best ones for your shape!
MSP explains today the basic elements of style all women MUST follow.
PLUS winter coats, jackets & sweater layering! How to look stylish & how to pick the right style for your body type!
What are the "must-have" basics for your Fall/Winter wardrobe? Find out how to get a stylish wardrobe w/ fewer clothes!
Ways to extend your wardrobe & save $$$ Find out what 4 clothing items look great on every woman! + MSP answers emailed style questions today!
Undefined waists! To belt or not to belt? I'll answer this style question & share more tips for dressing undefined waists TODAY!
Navy & black, brown & black? Learn how to mix colors you thought "didn't go" together!
Find out the secrets to chic-style dressing. Today learn how to add more color into your wardrobe & mix colors "style rules" once said NOT to wear! Lots of cool style info today!
With Labor Day now past...we are talking Fall '09 & what the hottest styles, colors & trends are!
Today is all about HAIR! We are talking about the latest hairstyles,color,finding the right style for your face shape, dealing w/ frizzies and more! Join us for an informative hour about improving your "crowning glory"!
All about accessories! How to put your look together using accessories. Find out the right style of earring based on your face shape & more!
SPECIAL GUEST TODAY! Dr. Andre Hegi, a Swiss bio-chemist who has worked as a research scientist in the pharmaceutical & skin care industries for companies like Revlon.
Join me today & hear his fresh approach on skin care & what women can do to keep their skin looking its best!
Before you buy another item...Learn how to shop your closet first! Find out how to make the most of what you already have. Plus Leslie will talk about upcoming fall fashions!
Today's Topic: Taking BIG steps & babysteps to an improved self-image using style! Learn what the secrets are loving yourself & your body more.
Chic & Effortless Style! How to get a casual yet put together look. Get out of the jeans & tee-shirt rut and replace it w/ a "casual chic" look!
Long & short waists...how to measure & how to balance your shape to look your best using the right styles of clothes! Join me for an informative hour!
How to improve your image and give off a great first impression. It's time to make some changes + discover the styles best for YOU!
Great style is all about the fit of your clothes. So what is good fit anyways? Find out today!
Plus Leslie answers SYSters' style questions and chats about this week's Style Mission.
Is your style NOT coming together? If so you need MSP's wardrobe plan!
I'll discuss today how to get ageless, classic style--the best you've had in years!
Look 10 yrs. younger by tweaking or updating your wardrobe. MSP chats about how you can exchange your stale "stuck in a rut" wardrobe for some fresh newer ways to dress. MSP talks about a "cami bra" and answers other caller questions.
Handbags. The right style and size handbag can actually make you look 5 lbs lighter! Find out what style you should be carrying.
Today's Topic: Travel & Packing for trips. How to not over-pack & how to pack clothes you can wear many ways. Also, MSP take style questions during the hour!
Today's Topic: Cheap Chic! How to dress on a dime or style on a shoestring--no matter what you call it, today I'll chat about more style for less $$$
Special occasion dressing! What to wear to a wedding & understanding the "dress codes". Are jeans, black dresses or wearing white EVER appropriate? Find out TODAY!
Swimsuits 2009! Let's talk the latest & most flattering styles for your body type. Finally a swimsuit you will feel confident in! Join me for an imformative hour.
Spring style tips, ideas to get your own style "makeover" started! You can have great style that is affordable
Special Guest Melody Hill from Destination Maternity chats w/ MSP about the latest maternity fashions & the latest gizmos for pregnancy. Lots of fun girl chat today!
Top 10 style trends for Spring '09. Find out what MissusSmartyPants selects as the key pieces to update your wardrobe on a budget.
How to do your own makeover! You can't afford to let your "old"style date you. Gain useful tips to update your look and feel great for next to nothing!
Negative economy & winter weather all getting you down? Then let's talk COLORS! Colors can boost our spirits and perk us up—just when we really need it! Learn EASY & affordable ways to add a pop of color into your wardrobe. today!
Special Guest! Author of "Fast Beauty: 1000 Quick Fixes" Rona Berg joins us to share shortcuts and solutions to beauty pitfalls and problems for every situation: stress, travel, pregnancy, menopause, the teen years, sports and the gym, medication, even the weather. www.ronaberg.com
Casual or just plain sloppy? Are you wondering how to get a cool casual-chic vibe? Get some easy to do tips this hour!
Waist slimming dressing tips...confidence building and what to do when your booty has heading south...
BRAS! Ask an expert bra fitter from Lane Bryant. Are your bras riding up, poking you or just plain fitting poorly? How to get a good fitting bra from the experts at Lane Bryant.
COLORS! Color coordinating, signature colors + Color Seasons ID intro. Callers ask about hair color, accessories, color seasons as you age & how to find your signature color. Leslie now offers a Seasonal Color ID service http://missussmartypants.com/CDA5240F87574D8387EBDE8FEC733210/page/display.asp?id=20123
Is a negative body image holding back your style? I share "my special news" with all today! And since 50% of life's changes happen when you adjust your attitude--I try to get in your head this week--let's make '09 the best & stylish year ever!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!! A Special Rebroadcast! Author of "Every Man Sees You Naked" David M. Matthews! An insider's guide to how men think. Find out what men think is attractive in women, how to communicate better w/ men--plus how to "divorce-proof" your marriage/relationship & more!
Special guests today: The FlyLady & Leanne join me today as we chat about our own evolving styles & reminisce about our childhood Christmas memories!
Shopping tips for online & stores + FlyLady Laura stops by for a chat! Find out where to get the best deals for the gifts you will purchase this season.
Stylishly Festive! Take a couple basic pieces from your closet & add some festive cheer and sparkle! Ideas for holiday dressing on a dime.
Looking stylish and being “in fashion” DOESN'T mean mindless spending! You can be both money and fashion savvy! Find out the difference between fashion and what you want--STYLE!
Special Guest, author of "Every Man Sees You Naked" David M. Matthews! An insider's guide to how men think. Find out what men think is attractive in women, how to communicate better w/ men--plus how to "divorce-proof" your marriage/relationship & more!
How to select the right shoes for your outfit. How to pick hosiery and get it right! Join me for lots of helpful style tips today!
Second-hand savvy!How to shop for bargains at second-hand, consignment stores, thrift stores and outlets. Lots of money saving tips.
A closet that can go the distance for you! Remove the closet clutter and get organized. How to have an organized closet with clothes you love. The best part...you'll save $$
Up Your Style in a Down Economy! Get the tips you need to help save money and get your style looking better than ever!
Want to look magically slimmer?! Join me today as I discuss the Beauty of the Right Style of Jacket--and more slimming tips!
Believe it or not trying a new purse style is as important as finding the right jeans for your body type! Find out what style of handbag is best for you TODAY!
Let's welcome autumn by talking about sweater layering and how to do it stylishly.
Also, I tell you which styles of winter coats are best for each body type!
"Help! I'm older and I can't find my style!!!" Is this YOU?! Join me and my special guests: BTR's The Midlife Gals as we "chat" about style and the older woman! This hour is guaranteed to make you laugh and have fun!
I'll share tips of how to wear one item, 3 different ways--plus crazy beauty tips that REALLY work! Join me for an hour of fun "girl" time! FlyLady stops by and chats about style AND the upcoming FlyFest in Dallas Oct. 4th. Go to www.flylady.net for more information.
Post Labor Day...time to stop wearing white and get ready for fall!Is it true you shouldn't wear white after Labor Day when it's still sooo hot?! Hear what MSP has to say and how to transition your wardrobe from summer to fall!
Get "Chic Mom" Style! Casual can be cute if you are under 25--as the years pass your casual style looks dowdy instead. How to get the "casual chic vibe" going in your everyday busy life! Lots of great style tips today!
Today's topic: What to wear for fall '08! Find out what the hottest colors and styles are for fall--and plan to update your wardrobe today!
Today is all about JEANS, JEANS and more JEANS! Fit out how to get a flattering pair for YOUR booty!
Long and short waists! How to tell if you are long or short or average in waist length. I'll tell you how to measure to find out what your proportions relly are. Better yet, I'll tell you how to dress if you are long or short in the waist!!! Lots of great info today!
Today we "chat" about making good first impressions and how to accessorize! Great topics and lots of tips to share! Join me
Tattoos as accessories. They are according to Angelina Jolie (agree or disagree?)You call in and weigh in on this topic.
Also, joining me today is Lavon our Yahoo Group moderator. We'll be chatting about quick style updates through alterations. Find out how to take what's in your closet and remake its style!
Today, Tues. July 15th at 2:00 Eastern Time.
Join MSP as she talks makeup with a professional makeup artist, Jeannie Fry! Do you have a drawer full of makeup and still not sure how to use it all or why you even have it? Don't know how to find the right foundation or eye shadow color? Join me today when I interview a professional makeup artist who has worked on movie sets to nervous brides!You can book with Jeannie @ 704-566-4905 www.jeanniefryartistgroup.com
"Staycation" style! Tight on $ but BIG on summer style--find out how to get the most out of the end-of-season sales! Great callers--lots of fun questions!
Special guest this week! Ask MY hairstylist how to get the right haircolor. Should you go darker, lighter, all one color or highlights? What's a SYSter to do with so many choices? Find out when I interview Jeannie Arthurs from Carmen and Carmen Salon in Charlotte (SouthPark store)for appt. 704-644-4500
This show is all about skin care and the best products. Should you save or splurge? Find out today!
This show is about color! Find out how the right colors can make a huge impact on how you look!
Get Moving in May! Get motivated with cute exercise clothes best for your body type. MSP talks sports bras, exercise tops, pants and the best shoes!
Great show! Missus Smarty Pants chats about getting "fabulous" style and a pulled together look--how to do it. MSP takes calls from her SYSters
Lots of interesting callers today! It's all about helping you dress your best with stylist tips and our supportive "SYSterhood" community!
Get a travel trousseau and pack less!Learn the tips for easy packing. Plus we talk about what is holding our style back.
Great show! It brought me to tears! Why do some women let themselves go? Makeover SYSters call in and inspire YOU!
Do you have an undefined waistline? This is the biggest dressing dilemma women face! Don't let your "flaws" or body shape hold you back from great style! Today I share all my stylist tips to get your fabulous style back!
This show is all about closet confessions! What wacky things do you have stored in your closet?! (Marla calls this the "stash n' dash" LOL!)Let's organize our closets and learn some $ saving tips to "shop our own closets"!
Are you ready to talk swimsuits?! Now's the time believe it or not! This show was sooo much fun! LOL! Thanks for all the great questions!
Show on Wed instead of Tuesday! Call in and ask style and fashion questions regarding your dressing dilemmas!
Show is on WED. instead of Tues. this week!!!
This show is all about balancing your body proportions! (thanks for the support...hubby is starting to feel better:) Leslie
My top 10 spring styles and must-haves for your wardrobe! I talk about shorts and capris and how to wear the most flattering ones for YOU! And answer burning questions like: "Why is 40% of women DON"T wash their faces?"
Call and ask your style questions! Leslie, Missus Smarty Pants is here with all the stylists
Topic: Are your clothes making you look older and heavier? How to dress 10 years younger and 10 lbs slimmer!
Quickest way to look years younger...update our hairstyles! Let's talk about great hairstyles for your face shape and new ways to style your hair. Get rid of the same tired hairstyle!
This show is all about BRAS! Did you know 8 in 10 women are wearing the wrong size? You could be too! Listen in to this informative show!
This show is about "second-hand shopping"!SYSters who have followed my advice on closet purging call in and discussions about "recycled" clothing continues.
A great show! What to buy now at the end-of-season sales and what to NOT buy. SYSters ask a lot of questions about colors...and MSP answers!