Politics and fashion don't usually mix well. Politicians of any stripe are not known for their style. Public scrutiny of personal grooming and style are familiar territory for women in the public eye. It's an unfair judgment levied disproportionately on women over men in every realm of public life. But what if we could […]
Links Lately: Fashion photography, Tom Dixon, Inbox Zero, Local Hip Hop
I'm taking some time to reassess which platforms I should use to share stories and info with you. Of course, I want ManumaStyle.com to be our cozy clubhouse where we feel free to let our hair down for a longer read and up-to-date news. Short snippets are more suitable to other channels, like Facebook and […]
Walking the talk: Aligning your lifestyle and your values for fame and fortune
We're continuing our theme of starting fresh with #SeptemberisthenewJanuary. Last week I proposed a small fashion challenge to shake up your cool weather style. Now, we're diving right into headspace. The fame and the fortune are up to you, but certainly: peace of mind, balance, better relationships, better finances, maybe even happiness… I’ve […]
Clean slate, part 2: September is the new January
This September, we're exploring that "clean slate" feeling so many of us have at this time of year. It's your 2nd chance on New Year's resolutions, in a way. This month we're going to expand on this idea of maximizing the energy of seasonal changes, and I'm looking forward to your feedback. Author and […]
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Socks with sandals: authorized for transitioning to autumn
Socks with sandals is always a fashion faux pas, and pantyhose went out in the '00s. I dare you to do this don't. This footwear combo has shown up on the runway and in fashion editorials many times over the years, but it's been embraced and can be seen all over Instagram now. Photo […]
Plan a grown up stargazing party
Even though I grew up in a pretty rural area, I didn’t see my first shooting star till I was around 30. I remember feeling totally delighted, surprised, and in awe, laying in the backyard of a BnB with my ex in the far Northwest corner of Connecticut, watching the Perseid meteor shower in August. […]
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Wisdom from Instagram: Do it yourself, for yourself
Giving a lazy scroll to my Instagram feed on Sunday, 3 of my favorite accounts aligned with such wisdom, fearlessness, and agency, I had to share them with you. This is a master course in doing it your damn self, investing in your self-sufficiency and survival, and trusting your creativity. Read on to learn […]
Art Appreciation: Teach yourself the basics this summer
In an earlier note, we suggested that instead of a "see what happens" approach, you really plan your summer with intention, for maximum pleasure. Anita at Look for the Woman suggested pursuing an artistic activity, as part of her 5 recommendations. And we heartily encourage everyone to make some art, even if it's in secret. […]
The space around the body: 2018 Venice Architecture Biennale
I was very happy to learn that two women architects are curating the Venice Architecture Biennale this year (through November 25). Yvonne Farrell and Shelley McNamara, founders of Grafton Architects in Dublin, are this year's directors. Their chosen theme, Freespace, has a lot of ideas and values in common with our work in Manuma: […]