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Dear First name / friend,

Hi friends!  I hope this finds you enjoying a spring weekend with a little sun, some relaxation, and maybe even a bit of the Masters. ⛳️

 

April 12th is a special day around here. It’s the day Bill and I met back in 1991—in a bar in Hoboken, NJ—and it’s also the day Bill received a healthy new kidney 2010. 

 

I’ve shared this story over the years, but if you’re new here, Eddie (the good-looking guy below, on the right) gave his Yankee-loving kidney to the good-looking guy on the left (my Red Sox-loving husband, Bill). A match made in medical heaven.

 

Thankfully, both guys are doing great, and even though we don't live in the same town (or state) anymore, every year they meet for breakfast or lunch around April 12th to celebrate their kidney-versary. 😀 It truly is the greatest gift and blessing we could have ever received, and we are forever grateful to Eddie…even if Bill remains a loyal Red Sox fan. 

 

I’m off to Florida this week with my best college girlfriends for a few days of sun and fun, and I couldn’t be more excited. Time to dig out the sundresses, sandals, and bathing suits that have been packed away for far too long. I’ll be back next week with a recap of what I packed in case you have a spring or summer getaway coming up. 😎

 

Now, here’s the latest from B.Styled…

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I heard from a past Style System member this week who told me she’d gotten out of the #justgetdressed habit—and how quickly she found herself in a style rut—frustrated with her outfits and annoyed by her closet.

 

She said, “I miss the prompts.”

 

That’s what the daily outfit prompts are really about—giving you a simple starting point so getting dressed is easy, fast, and sets you up for a better day.

 

We’re starting fresh tomorrow.

 

👉🏼 Join the Spring Style System (full experience + daily prompts)

👉🏼 Grab the 21 Outfit Plan (simple, follow on your own schedule)

2. Weekly Style Tip: How I “Go Out” in Sneakers

We went out to dinner with friends last night—and since we walked, sneakers were the smart choice. 👍🏼

 

Of all the whacky, impractical things the style world has brought us, they really hit a winner with the “sneakers-as-fashion shoes” thing. They’ve become a true must-have and can absolutely work for a night out.

 

 

I started with denim and navy, then added a pop of pink, navy accessories, and simple silver jewelry to pull it all together.

 

You don’t need a closet full of colorful sneakers either.

A great pair of modern white sneakers—plain or with a subtle stripe—works with everything from jeans to linen pants to casual dresses.

 

👉🏼 And my personal preference: now that spring is here, it's time to skip the visible socks.  I still think showing a little ankle looks cleaner and more pulled together (yes, the younger crowd may disagree 😉).

 

Check out this week’s Smart Finds for a few sneaker options I love. 👇🏼

This week: Elevated Everyday Sneakers

 

Sneakers aren’t always the answer—but when comfort and walkability matter, they can be a great option for a going-out look.

 

These all hit that sweet spot: modern, streamlined, and easy to dress up a bit.

That's it for today! 

Have a great week ahead, and remember to #justgetdressed. ✅👍🏼

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