I grew up with a fashion-obsessed mother and an older sister, so there was a lot of fashion in my house. The first thing I remember owning was a Pierre Cardin jumpsuit when I was 9 or 10; of course I didn't actually buy it, but I fell in love with it.

Every stylish girl knows that when the sun goes down, the heel goes up.

Taking stock of what you own, when done correctly and thoroughly, helps dampen the urge to shop frivolously.

Putting on fierce boots is an instant pick-me-up.

I grew up with a fashion-obsessed mother and an older sister, so there was a lot of fashion in my house. The first thing I remember owning was a Pierre Cardin jumpsuit when I was 9 or 10; of course I didn't actually buy it, but I fell in love with it.

Like most people, I've grown a lot more sophisticated in my style choices. I know myself and what suits me better now than I did when I was much younger and feel more comfortable in my own skin.

Always make sure your jewelry isn't taking over you or your ensemble and keep everything in proportion to your frame