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Dear First name / friend,

Hello! How has an entire week already flown by…and how is it possible my guys will be home again in less than two?? I’m so excited—especially because I had a genius idea to solve the eternal “what’s for dinner?” dilemma.

 

We’re doing a Christmas Week Cook-Off this year. Each family member is responsible for one full meal—planning, shopping, cooking – and cleanup (that will be interesting). There will be judging, prizes, and, of course, major bragging rights.

 

Rumor has it Beef Wellington is being considered (bold move), along with Chicago Italian Beef subs. Fingers crossed someone throws in seafood or chicken so we don’t all end the week in a food coma. And thank you to everyone who sent me recipes last month—they were incredibly helpful. You know me…I’m always open to cooking advice.

 

On another note, I’ve been hearing from many of you that my emails have been disappearing into spam or junk folders. Email providers have gotten brutal lately. The best fix? Add beth@bstyledbybeth.com to your contacts an VIP list—and even better, hit reply and say “hello” or “got it.” That tiny action signals to the robots that I’m safe and real.

 

Thanks so much for being here—I truly appreciate you.

Now, here’s what went on this week at B.Styled…

1. 🎥 Holiday Accessorizing and Gifting with FlirtyFinds

Enjoyed a fun visit from two of my college besties this week, and on Thursday evening we jumped on Facebook Live to show some of the FlirtyFinds accessories that have been the hottest sellers at Jamie's holiday pop-up shopping events.

 

Here's an abridged version …and you can see the full replay on my B.Styled Personal Styling Facebook Page. 

2. ❄️ December Check-In

Inside the Winter Style System, I launched a simple daily challenge to help us enjoy the season without kicking ourselves in January. It’s nothing extreme — just three realistic, doable habits plus one simple prompt each day to keep us from going off the rails during ‘stretchy-pant season’.

 

Members are already saying it’s helping them stay more on track than usual and avoid the usual December “slide.”

 

If you want a little structure and support as we head toward the New Year, this is a great time to join the Winter group. The challenge runs all month, and the Winter outfit prompts begin December 15. 

 3. Denim 411 - And Why You May Get Saggy Pants

One of the most common questions I hear is: “Why do my jeans stretch out and lose their shape?” The answer is almost always in the fabric content — and once you know what to look for, choosing flattering, great-fitting denim becomes much easier. 

 

Below is your Denim Stretch Cheat Sheet, designed to make shopping smarter, easier, and less frustrating. 

 

Join the Winter Style System, and we'll help you find the right pair for your body, your style, and your budget. 

 

 

👉🏼 Best stretch level: ~1% elastane

👉🏼 Why: Keeps its shape, offers comfort, and provides that crisp “true denim” look.

👉🏼 Expect: Excellent recovery, minimal sagging.

 

👉🏼 Best stretch level: 1–3% elastane

👉🏼 Why: These dyes can make fabric feel stiffer; extra stretch adds softness and smoothness.

👉🏼 Expect: A more forgiving fit and a smoother look over curves.

 

👉🏼 Best stretch level: Slightly higher in the waist/hip area

👉🏼 Why: Helps the top block fit comfortably and cleanly while keeping the leg structured.

👉🏼 Expect: A sleek waist/hip fit with that effortless, drapey leg shape.

 

❌ Bags out within hours

❌ Sagging at the seat and knees

❌ Loses structure after a few washes

❌ Feels “thin” instead of supportive

 

✅ A strong cotton base 

✅ TENCEL™ Lyocell for drape + breathability

✅ Stretch focused on recovery, not just softness

✅ Brands that prioritize fabric quality (like Quince!)

 

And the beauty of Quince is that their direct-to-consumer model enables them to sell designer-quality products for far less…All their denim is $50 with free shipping and 365-day free returns. 

 

Here are the two pairs of Quince jeans I own and wear on repeat (multiple times per week).

3. Favorite Find of the Season

I've heard lots of hype about this Amazon shoe brand, and these booties (as well as this tall version), so I gave them a try on Black Friday. I'm blown away by their gorgeous style, but also how comfortable and walkable they are. (I have them on above with the jeans).

 

 I love the fitted, tall shaft, the sleek, modern heel, and the pointy toe that doesn't squeeze my feet (thanks to stretchy faux suede).  I'm in my TTS (size 10)

4. My Fall/Winter Closet

I created a catalog of all my current fall/winter pieces. You can sort by brand in the upper left corner in case you want to shop a specific retailer/sale and are curious what pieces I own. Keep in mind that my job requires me to own more than I really need so this is a pretty big list…use it for ideas only! Any questions, feel free to email me (just hit reply here).  

Have a great week ahead, get back on track, and remember to #justgetdressed. ✅👍🏼

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