- off-the-rack: apparel that is mass-produced in standard sizes
- ombré: closely related tones of color with monochromatic shading from light to dark of single color
- opaque: term applied to gems and fabrics through which no light passes
- open-to-buy (OTB): a calculation based on difference between merchandise a buyer plans to order over a specified period and what has already been ordered
- organza: lightweight, thin, transparent fabric that is stiff and wiry
- oxford cloth: men’s shirting fabric made in a basket weave, sometimes 2×2 and sometimes 4×2. Better grades are mercerized
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Hi Monica,
I asked for your help for a professional event where I didn’t want to look too young or old. It’s easy for me to dress others but for me, I wasn’t sure what to do for myself. You prescribed a bright funky colored cardigan with slacks. I took that and used what I had. I loved the outcome. Thank you for your help.- Felicia Y., Makeup Stylist, NYC
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Monica is the absolute best when it comes to helping you develop your fashion sense. I signed up for her wardrobe assessment and what I really got was a life changing makeover. She helped take me from frumpy to fabulous. Additionally, through her blog and follow-up emails she has shown me some of the best places to find deals online and I am loving it. She makes fashion fun!
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