Since we all love to give back, I wanted to let you know about one of the easiest ways to do just that – and it happens to be the brainchild of one of my favorite brands out there: Soma Intimates. For the third year in a row, they’re spearheading “Giving is Beautiful,” an initiative that accepts your gently-worn bras […]
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The Best Weekend-Getaway Shoes
A weekend getaway does not require multiple bags of clothes and shoes. In fact, the only thing that should be weighing you down is the thought of how much fun you’re going to have. So lighten up! The key is to pull together smart, versatile pieces—clothing, yes, but shoes, too. We picked six pairs—two pairs each for a weekend away […]
How to Keep White Jeans White
Don’t let the inevitable spills and stains that come with wearing white jeans (they just seem to attract dirt and kids with sticky fingers, don’t they?) get you down. You can keep them bright white with just a few easy tricks. 1. Only wear them 1 or 2 times before laundering them. 2. Skip the bleach if they have any […]
Protect Your Skin From The Sun And Look Fabulous In Mott 50
I rarely (if ever) think about how well my clothing is protecting my skin against the sun. I figure if it’s covered–it’s protected. But sadly that’s not the case. Harmful UVA rays can find their way right through lightweight clothing and cause damage, including pre-mature aging (aka wrinkles). Yikes! So, for all the healthy-skin and anti-wrinkle fans out there, I […]
Three Pieces of Clothing Cluttering Up Your Closet
Do you ever walk to your closet and feel like you have nothing to wear, even though your closet is stuffed with clothes? Getting rid of the clutter will help you to see the clothes you actually want to wear, and alleviate the stress you experience when you approach your closet. Where to begin? Start by getting rid of these […]
Gifts For Dad: Skagen Watches and More!
It’s time to show Dad some love! Father’s Day is one of my favorite holidays for the simple fact that my humble and loving father gets the full spotlight! But, he’s not the easiest person to shop for. However, a few months back I overheard him say that he’s in the market for new watch. Jackpot! I knew the perfect […]
Pleased To Meet You
Hello, RS readers! My name is Elinor Smith, and I’m a brand new addition to the Simply Stated blog team. I have, however, been working in Real Simple’s fashion department for the past 4+ years. As the assistant fashion editor, I write and do market work for print, as well as for the Daily Finds section of the website. Since […]
“The $98 Bill” Designer Swimsuit by Norma Kamali
Finding an affordable high-quality swimsuit can be just as hard as finding a flattering one! But I think I may have found the double whammy we have all been searching for. Feast your eyes on “The $98 Bill” suit by Norma Kamali… This retro style nylon-and-Lycra suit (doesn’t it remind you of something Joan would wear on “Mad Men”?) boosts […]












