I really do believe that my style is informed by the fact that I had such issues with my appearance at various times of my life.

Nothing's too girly and nothing's too masculine. But I do love color, and maybe that's a little girly - especially pink.

Confidence is the best accessory. It can make or break an outfit.

Rules like 'don't wear white after Labor Day' or 'shoes matching the handbag' are antiquated. Modern women should feel free to experiment.

Any item in your wardrobe should satisfy one of two criteria: utility and joy.

Fit is everything. I don't care what your body type is like: If you're not wearing clothes that fit you, you can't have style.

If you only have work clothes - the black trouser and ribbed turtleneck you got four years ago at the Gap - you're not participating in your own style personality.