Amazon Prime Day- The Home Office Edition

Let’s face it, work from home is our new normal. Whether you have a designated home office space or not there are some items that make the WFH experience even better. As an online entrepreneur, I spend a lot of time in my home office.

Over time I have added items that help me excel at work as well as make my workday comfortable and efficient. Luckily, a lot of these items are available at great prices from Amazon on Prime day! I am positive these will make your day go by smoother and your work more productive and efficient.

In no particular order, here are my most favorite, tried, and tested office must-haves that you need for your home (and office) workspace.

1. A ring light

   Whether you are on Zoom calls all day, filming videos for your Youtube channel, or going live on Instagram. You know that lighting is everything! This easy-to-setup and use ring light is a must-have for every home office. You can even take your own still pictures with its handy Bluetooth remote. With easy adjustments, you can dim or brighten the light. Once you use it, you’ll wonder how you ever went on camera without it!

   Prime day special $79.99 Get it here now: https://amzn.to/3j3P4lk

Mosiso laptop case $15.99

3. Wireless Apple Airpods PRO

If there has been one thing I absolutely cannot live without, it’s my Apple Airpod Pros! Firstly, I am a huge Apple Products fan. I love the simplicity and ease with which their products work; As well as sync up with each other.

The air pods are no exception. The sound quality is so awesome, I use it for all my video calls, recording lessons for my online course as well as leisure activities.

Plus they are noise canceling and perfect for my guided meditations and work calls. This is a fabulous price for the AirPods. Make sure you grab them here https://amzn.to/35LDP9g

Clear Acrylic Laptop and Screen stand. $18.99

5. Heated coffee cup

If you are a mother you have not had hot coffee in a while. Quite possibly you are used to microwaving your tea or coffee at least a few times. Or perhaps, your hot coffee turns into a frosted drink at your desk.

Well, things are about to change with this incredible invention. Enter the heated coffee cup. You can set the temperature manually or through an app to keep your drink at the perfect drinkable temperature! By the way, did you know that the best drinking temperature for coffee is 131℉- 145℉ in summer and 140℉- 149℉ in winter? This cup has a great battery life and easy to clean! Grab it now for $20 savings on Prime Day!

Make it yours now: https://amzn.to/35LFF9S

2. A lap top cover.

If you are going to use something all day long, let’s make it easy on the eyes! Am I right? I love this hard shell case for my Mac book air 13” computer. It is available in many different patterns. I am of course partial to peonies.

This case also comes with a silicone keyboard cover. It is attractive and functional. If you like to snack at your desk, be sure that dust and crumbs cannot penetrate your keyboard with this attractive cover! Grab it here https://amzn.to/35MIhnY

Apple Airpod Pro was $249.99 now $189.99

4. Acrylic Monitor Stand

Poor posture while using your computer is bad for you. Plus its a terrible camera angle when you have to look down at your computer camera on video calls. Improve your posture and create flattering camera angles with this clear , acrylic screen stand/ laptop stand.

It is the perfect height to line up with my face for video calls. It is clear and therefore very aesthetic. I like to keep my often used notebooks under it as I use a laptop. But it is the perfect size for your keyboard storage.

At $18.99 this is a no brainer.

Heated coffee cup was $99 now $79.99

So there you have it! My must-have, can’t live without office accessories that are available at huge savings to you on Prime Day. Did you scoop up something amazing on Prime Day? Tell me in the comments below.

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Summer dresses are here- my top picks

As soon as the mercury starts rising, there is one thing I look forward to! That is wearing a dress! I love dresses for many, many reasons. They can be forgiving, they are comfortable, they can be casual or dressy, they take the guess work out of mixing and matching clothes. Have I sold you on dresses already?

Short or long, Solid or floral or stripes, I believe there is a dress for every BODY and every BUDGET. Here are some of my favorite picks for the season ranging from $16 (not a typo) to $120!

From beach to backyard barbecue, to your cousins wedding these dresses are effortlessly chic.

layer with a denim jacket or a blazer or a cardi for a warm layer. Throw on sneakers, ballet flats or wedges to dress these up or down!

Need more style inspiration and looking for ways to feel your best?

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SEVEN HABITS OF STYLISH WOMEN

Is good style something you are born with or can it be cultivated? It is something for special occasions or can it be a daily habit?

Well, I have some good news for you! Unlike your cheekbones you inherited from your grandma, good style in fact can be cultivated. Actually, once you have cultivated, it’s not some you need to save for special occasions but you can be stylish on a daily basis!

Here are SEVEN habits of highly stylish women. Need a little help cultivating your stylish habits? I am only a phone call away.

1. They edit their closets regularly.

Getting rid of things that no longer serve them, updating pieces that are worn out, or donating items that they have outgrown helps stylish women remain focused on what they have to work with. It also cuts down their “getting dressed” time as everything they own fits, flatters, and makes them look & feel their best.

2. They take good care of their pieces

Regular laundering, sewing on missing buttons, getting rid of stains on time, keep their pieces in ship shape. They are never floundering for their favorite white shirt or pulling out the black leggings from the wash.

3. They mix high-end pieces with bargain finds.

Stylish women know what to invest in and what to save on. They know how to mix high ticket items with their bargain finds to create unique looks that bring out their personality.

4. They choose the right undergarments.

Stylish women understand that just as a solid foundation is important for a great house, proper undergarments are key to achieving fit that flatters.

5. They are comfortable sizing up.

Stylish women are not married to the number on the tag. They know that a too tight fight is never a good look, they are comfortable sizing up and having pieces tailored if needed.

6. They understand the power of statement accessories.

Stylish women know that wearing bold accessories is a way to show off their personality. They are not afraid to add elements of fun, fashion and whimsy with some statement accessories with their wardrobe staples.

7. They are well-groomed.

Stylish women know that wearing the right clothes is just one part of the puzzle. They regularly care for themselves with proper grooming- haircuts, color if needed or desired, face-framing brows, moisturized skin, and well-kept nails. These are all a part of a stylish woman’s routine - not an occasional treat for special occasions. 

Are you ready for effortless style to be a habit and not an afterthought? Are you ready to ditch the confusion and frustration and have good style be a part of your day and not something for special occasions only? Download my FREE GUIDE TO LOOKING LIKE A BOSS ON ZOOM

Reasons to ditch your leggings right now

It’s 2021, are you still wearing leggings?

I have been waiting patiently for the trend to die down. But instead, now we have a whole culture of dressing around the early 2000’s wardrobe staple.

Yes, I did share 5 ways to wear black leggings HERE not too long ago, but the truth is you’ll never catch me wearing leggings, except in 2 scenarios.

One is while exercising- which is their true intended purpose.

The second is when they are layered under a long tunic, sweater, dress, or top in the colder months.

If you are wearing leggings, or workout clothes all the time, it’s time to ditch that STAT! I

It is a reasonable assumption that you are not working out ALL THE TIME!

Here’s why:

1. All athleisure and legging-type clothes are made with synthetic fibers. They have a lot of spandex/elastane... compression type material. Almost all synthetic fibers come from petroleum-derived sources. You are not letting your skin breathe.

2. Many performance fabrics are designed to keep you dry during your workout. This means they wick moisture away from Your body, but they keep it trapped. Which is really gross if you are not changing out of sweaty clothes within an hour of your workout.

3. Tight pants can cause bacterial infections, UTI’s and other yucky stuff in your sensitive down there body parts!

4. Ladies, if you wake up and put on your workout clothes first thing because you “intend” to work out later in the day. You are doing yourself a huge disservice. 

5. You are actually working out less because being in workout gear all day is tricking you into thinking that you are working out longer or harder.

6. You are better off being more intentional in dressing for your workout than being wishy-washy about it all day! 

7. Those forgiving, stretchy, comfy waistbands will never tell you how quickly the pounds are adding as a real waistband would. 

Your clothes should be an intentional reflection of you.

What exactly is wearing leggings saying? What is it saying to your students, clients, friends? Is it saying “I do not care enough about myself or YOU to shower, dress, and put on real clothes?”

How is wearing lulu lemon-like every suburban mom asserting your confidence or expertise? 

Reclaim your identity and your life by putting a little more thought and effort before you lose yourself in a sea of spandex.

That’s all in today’s public style/health/wellness announcement.

Namaste my friends!

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3 ways to style a graphic tee

I ‘m back!

Today I have decided to stop licking my wounds all day, get up, dress up and show up!

I have had a busy day of calls and learning and getting ready was the perfect way to set the tone. Productive days call for a cute outfit to get me in the mood! Do you believe this theory?

One of the ways to get more out of your wardrobe is to wear each piece a minimum of three ways! Across different seasons!

I love this awesome graphic tee and sharing three fun ways to wear them!

When you shop for pieces, make sure you think of at least 3 things they will go with in your existing wardrobe. This way, you’ll get the most wear and most return on your investment.

1️⃣. A super cute pink pleated skirt.

Add some WOW factor with this fuchsia, pleated skirt. I repeated the leopard print in the shoes as well. But nude pumps will work great as well. All other accessories are kept to a bare minimum (YET STRONG) for this look. You can grab my tee and skirt HERE

2️⃣. Black jeans and a moto jacket when the weather allows.

This tee transforms itself perfectly for cooler weather. Here with black high rise jeans and my favorite Moto jacket. Do you have a Moto jacket? It is my most favorite thing in the world- I pair it with everything from dresses to denim! Linking you up with my faves HERE.

3️⃣. White jeans and a very light weight long cardigan for those crisp summer evenings.

If you’ve been here a while. You know I love my white jeans. I have added a super lightweight cardigan for late summer, cool nights. Wedge heels dress it up, but can be worn just as easily with flats or sneakers.

Which look is your favorite?

Most pieces in all these looks were already in my closet. If you want to add similar items to yours check it out HERE.

My long absence

Two weeks ago I lost my beautiful mother. She was only 63 years old. From her diagnosis with kidney cancer four years ago to her incredible journey of strength and courage in the last four years- she was a warrior.

Last summer in Jersey City, with New York City skyline as the backdrop

We laughed, we fought, we talked everyday. 

Yes, many people find it unbelievable that I would talk to my mom everyday as she lived in India and I lived in the US. But I feel like 11 years of daily conversations was preparing me for what will  seem to be an eternity without her.

She was an amazing cook and everyone would love an invite to eat her amazing fish and other Goan preparations. She was gentle and kind and also incredibly strong, smart and resourceful. She encouraged me, taught me & pushed me to invest money in stocks, make hot chapatis for my son, quit my full time job to be home with Mila and also to have my own business.

She was my shopping buddy and whether it was fashion street in Mumbai or Neiman Marcus at short hills, we enjoyed it all. Our favorite was all the handicraft shows in India and curating amazing textiles and some tchotchkes. 🙂

In the last 4 years she never stopped her pursuit of the good life- traveling extensively within India, to Dubai to meet us and even the New Jersey last summer. Sure she was in pain, going through horrible side effects of the treatments. Multiple tests every few weeks!

She participated in music events through her local teacher and performed on stage. 

She wanted to leave her legacy and even wrote a cookbook with all the amazing recipes she was known for among family & friends.

Not many can do the stuff in their regular life that she accomplished fighting stage 4 cancer.

She lives on in my brother, my dad and her grandkids. She passed on her love of reading to Mila & myself as well as our shared love of spending a whole after in Barnes & noble browsing books and sipping on a latte.

She was a very private person and not a huge fan of my Facebook shenanigans. But I share her with you today, because I want to tell you a few things.

Call your mom every damn day.

And secondly if you know someone who is battling cancer, stand by them everyday. There will be tough days, there will be down right shitty days, but it doesn’t have to be a death sentence. 

She was dead against having domestic help and except for the last couple of days she pulled through with just my dad. She was fiercely independent and when she could no longer live on her own terms she decided it was enough.

I’ll end by saying this... my mom had cancer but cancer never had my mom. 

Until we meet again, I’ll carry you in my heart every where I go.

Getting "dressed" made easy!

What can you wear that instantly feels good, looks good and doesn’t need matching tops and bottoms?

My favorite clothing item- a dress!

I am over the moon excited that it’s dress season! My husband bought me this dress last summer. I know, he has great taste (obvi)!

Love this black & white patterned dress from @bananarepublic and sharing with you five ways to wear it, honestly, the possibilities are endless!

Option 1: on its own, with fun red earrings for a pop of color.

Option 2: with a black leather jacket for the fall with black booties of course!

Option 3: with a fuchsia sweater when you need a little warmth! Add a statement necklace for extra wow!

Option 4: with my trusty denim shirt! Can also do a jean jacket here, in blue or any color!

Option 4: with an off the shoulder top and a long necklace to keep it casual!

Which is your favorite look?

My dress is from last year, so I am sharing some other dresses that will work equally well for you to style them many different ways!

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Client Love: Clara Wang Sidhwa

Clara Wand Sidhwa, before Style Remixx

For her shoot we created Seven Head to toe looks using 80% of things she owned and added in 5 new pieces! 
Clara says “After working with Swapna 
I stepped out of my comfort zone, added pieces that I wouldn’t have normally tried! I continue to wear the outfits she made for my photoshoot and get compliments each time! I feel confident and sophisticated - like a new person when I wear my new looks”! The truth is Clara had a well defined style all along. I took inspiration from her floral print dress to pick colors that would look great on her. Her style is non-fussy and clean. We were able to bring that to the surface and tied it all together with accessories-jewels and shoes!

Meet Clara.
Or as I lovingly NOW call her Clara 2.0!

When I first connected with Clara, she told me “I don’t even want you to come to my closet, because I don’t have anything amazing for my shoot!”

Clara is not only growing a product photography business but also is mom to two adorable young boys! Her wardrobe she described as functional & basic... or so she thought!

We worked virtually where she sent me pictures of her favorite pieces from her closet to get an idea of her currently style.

The dress Clara had that I used as a roadmap piece to create a capsule of 7-8 looks!

Here’s our full conversation about working together!

1. What was your problem before you bought Style Remixx? 

CWS: I did not have any nice, fashionable clothes that looked polish and fit well. All my existing clothes looked the same, similar color, similar style. 

2. What results do you get/have you gotten from Style Remixx?

CWS: I was able to step out of my comfort zone, buy pieces that I wouldn’t have normally bought, and now my closet has a nice variety to choices. 

3. What kept you from investing in a similar service before ?

CWS: Never regarded there was a need, and thought it would be extremely expensive. 

4. What exactly did you like most about my service?

CWS: Swapna was extremely patient, she listened to my concerns and needs. Her choices were very practical (she picks clothes that could be mix and match and intended for various looks), and realistic (prices were affordable). The advice and guidance that she gives makes it simple and easy to follow. Her reassurance makes you comfortable to make choices that are not normally within what you pick, and it makes it worthwhile. 

5. Why would you recommend this to someone who might be on the fence?

CWS: It’s a nice “cleanse” or reboot of your existing closet, and leveling it up with a few new pieces here and there. It can really make a difference in the choices available in your own closet, and make you feel like a different person by changing up what you wear. 

6. What was your main concern that would have prevented you from buying this, and what put your fears to rest?

CWS: That it would be very costly and clothes selected would only be worn once and for one type of occasion. I’ve continued to wear the pieces Swapna picked out for my photo shoot, and I feel great because I know I look better!

7. If you were to recommend Style Remixx to your best friend, what would you say?

CWS: Everyone needs an upgrade or reboot of their closet from an expert. 

8. What made you choose Style Remixx over anything else you could have done?

CWS: Highly recommended from peers and community. 

9. What are three benefits you’ve experienced as a result of my style Remixx? 

CWS: 1. I have more variety and choices in my closet.

2. My brand photo shoot came out AMAZING.

3. I feel good/ confident/ more mature and sophisticated when I’m wearing these pieces. 

10. What surprised you the most or made you the happiest about your Style Remixx experience?

CWS: I really enjoyed my time spent with Swapna, learning from her, shopping. I have pieces that I love and keep wearing, and also the next time I go shopping I think I know what to look for. 

A joyful Clara 2.0!

So there you have it! Another successful transformation in the Style Remixx portfolio!

Ready to meet the 2.0 version of yourself?

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Showing mom some love...

Whether you are a girl mom, a boy mom, a fur baby mom, a mom in waiting or a mom at heart, the day to celebrate you is almost here.

I totally believe in buying my own gifts, and my husband approves! This is in addition to the hugs, kisses and home made cards I’ll collect from my kids :)

No lies here, this holiday has totally crept up on me, I mean its almost here. If you didn’t grab mom or yourself a gift, no worries- I have done the heavy lifting.

Here’s a curated guide to my top mothers day gift picks! Many stores are offering curbside pick up, gifts with purchase and of course free shipping!

Now go show mom (or yourself) some love. God knows, this year especially this year we need it more than ever!

Great style is figureoutable!

****This blog post is resurrected from an Instagram post I created in September 2019.****

Next week I am heading to New York City to see @marieforleo at the “Everything is figureoutable” book tour!

You guys!! It’s at the Hammerstein Ballroom!

So this night essentially has all my favorite elements:

1. Ultimate inspirational Wonder Woman - Marie Forleo!

2. The company of my business girl gang-we’ve rented a party bus!

3. My favorite city in the world- yes its my true home away from home!

4. A fab location in favorite city! When all these things collide- you know it needs a PERFECT outfit!

If you are wondering what to wear to see Ms. Forleo, don’t worry I have it figured out! (See what I did there?)

I have put together 6 “Marie Forleo inspired” looks below! Just about everyone from the basic gal to the fancy gal covered in my guide! Don’t see yourself in my looks? Message me and we can figure out your perfect look! 

Growing up or evolving?

Tell me I am not alone!
Ever have that day (okay, those days!) where you just want to throw out all the clothes you own? Want to have everything new, fresh, fits perfectly, feels amazing and in alignment with you?

I have been going through that phase after my recent closet edit and my recent personal growth spurt!

We are improving, changing and up leveling all the time. So it is natural for Our wardrobe to sometimes feel out of snyc with who we are! Our personal al style is a representation of what’s going on, on the inside. Therefore it must evolve with us.

So to feel this way is totally normal! For many years my clothes were mostly from discount chains and bargain hunters paradise. They were inexpensive, disposable, perfect for my young kids to wipe on, spit up on etc. But now they are older and not using me as a paper towel. Plus my business has evolved and grown and most importantly I have evolved and grown! My focus has shifted from price to Value, disposable pieces to investment pieces, from quantity to quality.

I have definitely belonged to the “but it was on sale” club. I mean, who hasn’t? But now I will only purchase something if it truly speaks to me! I actually have a list of items I am looking for and only certain fabrics that I will add to my wardrobe. I am also done with so much polyester in our clothes! It takes longer when you follow my process, it’s not a one shopping trip to the mall situation. But over time, I build my wardrobe to be the best representation of who I am and who I am becoming. 
This is the same principle I apply to my clients wardrobes too!

Do you feel like your clothes are telling a story of the person you are and who you are becoming?

How to uncover your personal style

Every single person has their own unique style waiting to be uncovered!

No I am not kidding, I am super serious.

The things that stop us from uncovering it and embracing it are judgement, fear and of course budget too.

Here are some quick tips to uncover your own style:

❤️ seek inspo: start a board on @pinterest or a collection on @instagram and go wild pinning ideas. Don’t let the budget, designer, brand names, labels, your size vs. models size stop you. Just collect everything that catches your eye.

If you need a refresh in the hair or make up department, later, rinse and repeat above process.

❤️ Next look at what’s common in all the pictures. Is it neutral colors, print and pattern, lots of color, use of accessories?

❤️ Now check your current wardrobe. Where are the gaps? Did your inspo board have gorgeous patterns but your wardrobe is mostly solid? Pinned a lot of dresses but wearing mostly pants?

Now you have identified the holes in your wardrobe.

❤️ Actively seek out items that will bridge the gap between your dream style and currently style.

❤️This happens over time not over night! Almost nobody throws out everything they own and buys all new things.

❤️Curate your closet and add pieces gradually that you truly love and make you feel amazing.

Need help uncovering your style or bridging the gap? Connect with me here

I cannot wait to see what you uncover!

Client Love- Julia Pobiner

Meet my client, Julia. Julia is a Millburn, NJ based interior designer who creates beautiful but functional homes for young families much like her own!

Julia’s wardrobe consisted of some special pieces, some remnants of her pre-kids life and some mom life staples. We remixxed all three to create looks that were distinctly Julia’s style- clean lines, crisp palette, modern yet very functional! Here is Julia’s before picture!

Before Style Remixx.

Here’s what Julia had to say about working with Style Remixx…

”I worked with Swapna for styling my branding photo shoot.  She was very professional, had great ideas, and made the process fun.  It was a pleasant surprise that she was able to work her magic with clothing I already had, including some older pieces that I hadn't worn in years!  Mixing things up in new ways brought fresh life to my wardrobe.  She provided accessories that were the perfect finishing touches for a professional look.  On the day of the photo shoot, I fully trusted her to make sure everything looked great, so I was able to relax and enjoy myself.  I would definitely recommend her to others either for a photo shoot or to create looks for everyday.” 

Here are Julia’s AFTER pictures! What do you think? Which is your favorite look?

If your wardrobe is fragmented and you’d love to feel cohesive and put together, give me a call! I’d love to instill life changing confidence in you!

Client Love- Theresa Dillon

“Swapna quickly assembled outfits using the clothes & accessories I already owned. I feel that I now have a whole new wardrobe! She gave me the confidence I needed to be in front of the camera!

If you work in a competitive field such as real estate like Theresa, having a stand out personal brand is KEY in differentiating yourself from the competition!

So Theresa decided to invest in a professional website, brand photography and of course STYLING! We create NEW looks with items she already owned and added a few accessories for the perfectly put together look!

Here’s what Theresa had to say about her experience of working with Style Remixx:

“Working with Swapna Patel of Style Remixx was not only an absolute pleasure, but it was also fun! Her professionalism, attention to detail and keen eye for design was inspiring.

I hired the services of Style Remixx to assemble several outfits for my branding photo shoot. Having never worked with a stylist, I did not know what to expect!

Swapna first starts with what you have in your closet including accessories and shoes. It was apparent from the start she is very talented, and she quickly assembled outfits using the clothes and accessories I already owned. I felt confident that I had made the right decision. After working with Swapna, not only did I feel that I now have a whole new wardrobe, I learned so much about styling. I admire her belief that clothes styling doesn’t have to cost thousands of dollars and that she starts with what you already own.

She also made recommendations of staple items that every closet should have. I felt completely comfortable working with Swapna, and she gave me the confidence I needed to be in front of a camera. I highly recommend Swapna & I’ll continue to work with her”

Don’t underestimate the power of the right clothes to create a POWERFUL personal brand! Are you ready to level up your PERSONAL BRAND game? Let’s chat!

I know you, because I am YOU

I see you.

I know you.

Because I have been you.

You go about doing all the things.

The list of to-do’s in the entrepreneurial life is endless. Multiply it times three if you are also a mother. Your outfit is the last thing on your mind! Am I  right? 

But it really shouldn’t be and even you know it. 

You believe in your message, your ability to transform lives and the IMPACT it will have on many. You know you need to SHOW UP, be more visible, to get your message HEARD. 

But are you showing up as THE EXPERT that you are? May be you need new headshots, or pictures for your website or simply need to GO LIVE on videos so YOU can be THE CHANGEMAKER. 

Does your outside  match up with the person you are on the inside? Does your appearance  justify all the mindful work you have done to be the leader in your business space? Is there a disconnect?

Are your clothes putting out the high vibe you want to seek dream clients? Or is the way you dress giving out a low vibe message causing you to attract low vibe clients?

The way you dress can change the visual messaging of your brand and your business. It can showcase YOU as the expert as you are! It creates the confidence to be more VISIBLE! It will lead you to draw DREAM CLIENTS like moths to a flame!

Ready to raise your vibe and attract the RIGHT tribe?

Help is here.