1000 Followers

To some of you this number may be in your rear view mirror but for a majority of people using Twitter 1000 followers is an accomplishment.  How do I feel?  I feel accomplished but that number is relative.  I update more than most.  I am promoting a business but I am embracing the social aspect.    Do I talk to 1000 people…what is the value to me?

There is no way I can engage 1000 people on a daily basis.  What I can do however is provide them with value.  It is important for the small business owner to understand his/her place in the Twitterverse.  Not everyone wants to hear your pitch…in fact no one really wants to hear your pitch.  You have to earn the attention of all your followers.

As twitter goes mainstream it is going to be important to know how to engage your target demographic.  Think about how you can make an impact.  Your Twitter experience will be unique to your brand and your business goals.  Do what works for you; create your niche.

My point is that with 1000 followers comes more responsibility.  Now is the time to maintain and cultivate the relationships i worked so hard for.

@HappyHourBoston

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This will not be created again.  Inspired by true events.

Sometimes you have to treat yourself to something Nice

I have been in the market for some new sneakers for a while.  Shoes say a lot about a person so I wanted to pick something that worked with my style.  The last two pairs were solid so i felt I had to step it up a bit.  I think these are pretty Fresh.

New Kicks

Fashion makes you feel good.  I cant wait to rock these!  I think they will fit quite well with my style.

I got new Sneakers

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The Cool…Quest to find the Hipsters…

modern Beatnik

For some reason I need the approval of this group. I have good style and I know what’s cool, but the nod of approval from a Hipster makes my day.

What makes them so cool? Perhaps it is their complete disregard of rules. Fashion for them is a lifestyle….they wear what makes them feel good.

About a year ago I was out in LA and I noticed that the youth were setting the trends. I witnessed 12 year olds rocking Nike Airs paired with Skinny jeans. When did that ever make sense…but these LA youth were making statements.

Fashion is about standing out. My message to you is to start taking risk with your day to day fashion decisions. Winter is a great time to mix it up and refine your style.

The Young Working Woman’s Wintertime Wardrobe Woes

Temperatures are dropping and with them, are our creative clothing options. For many of us (dare I say all), winter tends to limit how much fun we can have with clothes. Perhaps you disagree, but consider this: you’re wrong. Button-down collared shirts and those oh-so-thrilling black pants creep their way into the droll workweek. I suppose it’s possible that you might be feeling punchy one day and sport a turtleneck sweater. Ah yes, Jack Frost has won again.

Maybe not, this year, experiment with some options. Liven up your professional look with accessories, funky footwear and shockingly bright nail polish. Summer allows us to wear long pants, Bermudas, skirts, dresses, crops you name it. Winter lends itself to long pants….and…..uhh…longer pants. Boring, I’m bored. Well, don’t pack those skirts away yet. Try thick, opaque tights in more exuberant colors. Go for fun (not Miami Vice fun), neutral shades (and I don’t mean beige). Think steel, aborigine, maroon, or dark peacock. Worried about the cold and going “sleeveless” on the legs? Don’t be. Personally speaking, I have chicken legs resembling decaying toothpicks with ten digital extensions and even I can stay warm with the right pair of high quality tights.

Winter is a great time to flaunt that stylish eye of yours with some interesting accessories. Don’t be afraid to go big and bold. I say this because in the winter, we’re often more layered up than Jon Bon Jovi’s coif. Invariably, this layering effect adds bulk to our look so a chunky piece of jewelry will tend not to look so out of scale. Try throwing a ring or two on a necklace chain. Experiment with costume-y baubles. Brooches can also make a really great statement. You may even be able to rummage through mom’s old crap and find a real gem.

It seems regardless of the season, people are afraid to try different, unique-looking outfits at work. I think this is a big mistake. Your boss probably doesn’t care a whole lot if your tights are dark purple. In fact, I think wearing some mildly daring ensembles is reflective of a confident, competent and capable individual. I find even if you do honestly look pretty stupid, people compliment you on the look; presumably for doing something different…or maybe they feel they’re commending a mentally challenged individual for putting on her own clothes. Whatever the reason, compliments are nice and clothes can be fun. When I’m at work, look down and see my red patent leather 4-inch wedge heels each adorned with their own little red patent bow tie, I smile. Maybe I’m simple but it’s better than living day in, day out in the gray blur that is office life.

Ana Taffel

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Obama Party...TWITTER EXCLUSIVE

Our Brand Spankin New President Elect inspired me to create several pieces.  Look for an entire line in the spring.