I don’t know about you, but I’m getting exciting about celebrating the 250th birthday of the United States of America. I’ve been out of the country all week (if things have gone as planned), but I put together a little style inspiration and gathered some great red, white and blue styles for us to consider as we approach our nation’s big birthday in July.

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It can be quite the challenge to pack carry-on only, but the rewards are worth considering. Especially if you’re going abroad, moving about to different locations during your trip and navigating things like busy train stations or cobbled streets with your luggage, using one compact, roller suitcase is all the more important. Since I’m traveling solo (aka, without my husband) to London and the Cotswolds for a 10-day adventure, I wanted to get everything into a carry-on suitcase and a personal bag.

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Summer is on the way! If you’re tempted to put away your denim when warmer days arrive, think again. I’ve created a couple of summer denim outfits with recent finds from Spanx that just may inspire you to keep wearing this all-American fabric well into the next season. Best of all, in true Spanx style, these casual everyday fashions fit a real woman’s body splendidly. So you’ll want to wear these modern, classic styles on repeat now and well beyond Memorial Day.

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It’s one thing to nail down your everyday personal style and create outfit formulas that work for you on the regular. But it’s quite another thing to put together an exquisite look when you receive an invitation to a special daytime event, such as a woman’s club luncheon, a charity cocktail party, an engagement celebration or an afternoon semi-formal wedding. As delighted as you may be to receive the formal invitation, it can feel a little unnerving to attempt to put together just the right ensemble for such an occasion.

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