In my late teens, when I was about 19 I think and doing a lot of vintage shopping, I began to view my wardrobe as a collection. I have pieces in my closet that I’ve had since the ’90s, some that were my mom’s from the ’70s, and more from my grandma that were from the ’60s. I loved finding unique “special edition” pieces to add to my collection and it’s still how I shop today. This creates and cultivates a sort of individual style that pops!
I learned along the way to avoid certain fabrics that were labeled “dry clean only” because it would defeat the “thrifty” purpose by spending more money to launder it. I look for cotton and polyester and a mix of anything that I can toss in the machine but because I do view my wardrobe as a collection, I am also meticulous about the way I launder my clothes. I’m not a big hand-washer but I do wash most of my items in cold and hang or line dry anything that isn’t categorized as “around the house” clothes, like sweats. These tactics help save energy, so they are also better on the environment, which makes my heart happy too.
Part of my meticulous laundering obsession is due to the fact that I was raised by a single mom, who instilled in me the concept that if I ruined something, there was no way I was going to be able to replace it with a new one. There was no extra money for extravagant items so if I stained or ripped it, that was the end of it. This came down to everything really, and taught me to take care of my belongings very well.
Taking care of the clothes hanging in your closet and folded in your drawers is key in keeping your wardrobe looking great and wearable for many many years to come. So I’m really excited about these Tide Pods. They have everything you need to take the best care of your clothes in one neat convenient package: detergent, brightener and stain remover all in one, which dissolve easily in hot or COLD cycles, my favorite!
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Tide Pods and BlogHer have a $100 Visa gift card for one lucky winner!
Simply tell me in the comments below, what you do to make your style pop!
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This sweepstakes runs from 11/14 – 11/25.
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Good Luck!
Mawiyah
I’ve been wanting to try these!!! Kinda like the dishwasher pods?
Kim
I wear a ton of neutrals, so bright colored shoes or bags always make me feel a little more unique and special!
Liz Lauren
I really wanna try these!
http://lavieenliz.com
ashley
I wear pretty neutral colors and pick one thing to stand out.
Casandra
I use Tide Pods to make my style pop! I was skeptical as to whether they packed enough punch (they’re so petite) butI love them and won’t be switching back any time soon.
Casandra
https://twitter.com/CasandraLR/status/268775753972342785
Kimberly
I try to keep accessories to a minimum, and only wear things that I feel comfortable in, no matter what is “on trend”!
Kimberly
https://twitter.com/KimberlyFreeman/status/268776670129958912
Megan, TfDiaries.com
I love these, I’ve tried them before
Xo Megan
MissMae
They sounds awesome!
April @ PolkaDots n' PinkySwears
I think the best way I make my style pop is to add fun accessories to bring attention to the outfit, or to simply add a random pop of color somewhere whether it be a belt or a scarf!
Kee
I have learned that comfort is key and if I am not comfortable in something, I will not look as good! So I always go for softer, comfy fabrics and when I feel good, I look good!
Colleen Boudreau
I wear bright colors.
...Love, Lindsey
I use these little pods in my dishwasher, but have been skeptical about how they would dissolve in my washing machine.. especially with cold water. I may have to give them a try.. 🙂
I accessorize to make my style pop. It’s the easiest pay to transform a day look into a night look.
fleurdelizzie
I go to thrift stores and get the best clothes and purses. Almost everything in fashion gets recycled. The color block trend has been going on for a couple of years now! The Tide Pods sound very easy. Just pop it in and let me clothes wash while I’m at work.
Anonymous
I used to enjoy reading your blog, but seriously, 3 out of your last 4 posts have been sponsered!? I fully understand you want to make money from your hard work but this is way too much for my taste. Sorry Maegan, I need to unsubscribe for awhile. I generally skip over sponsered posts but when that’s all you’re posting….doesn’t leave much to read anymore. Sad. 🙁
-Kristina
carlin rhea
I LOVE the pods, and I’m in college so they are so easy to use in the dorms and in my current townhouse!
jaymie
Shoes shoes shoes!!!
Ashley
I wear bright accessories or statement pieces.
hewella1 at gmail dot com
Elizabeth
Tweeted it!
https://twitter.com/LeHobbylobbyist/status/268885233179426816
Elizabeth
My electric personality makes my style pop!
Blane
Dressing to fit my curves and having one or two stand out accessories or colors helps me to look great. Thanks for the giveaway!
–Brittany L.
Mami2jcn
I use accessories to make my style pop.
mami2jcn at gmail dot com
Mami2jcn
tweet:
https://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/268897029940457475
mami2jcn at gmail dot com
Little Vintage Cottage
Well actually… sad as it may sound… I am just now trying to find my style… at 44 years old… I know… very sad. But winning this giveaway would help tremendously in creating my new wardrobe and style!! I love thrift shopping as well.
Tania
Elena
Nice shoes make my style pop
[email protected]
Elena
https://twitter.com/ElenaIstomina/status/268909692703633408
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Domestic Diva
statement necklaces. I love them.
lovelydomesticdiva (at) gmail (dot) com
Katie
I try to wear something fun with every outfit, even if its just a piece of jewelry
Aislinn
https://twitter.com/tiggerfan79
Aislinn
bright socks and scarfs to make my style pop
Fashion Online
I like the entire collection especially the handbags because its looking so unique and beautiful. Thanks for the video…
honestysprotegee
I like mixing brights with neutrals and dark colors and contrasting colors when I put my outfits together.
Unfortunately I’m late the clothing as a collection thought, but better late than never!
astr!d
i like a great color combo to make my style pop. i lean towards boho style which stands on its own where i live. love the little video- it was fun to watch!
Anonymous
Honestly, this is annoying. I used to love your blog, but now it’s a sponsored post every other day. 3 of the last 4 posts are sponsored!! I’m glad you are successful and can make money from your blog, but you are going to lose readers if all you post is ads. I guess I’m done reading for awhile until this stops. I guess success got the better of you.
Ashley
I always tend to go for the comfortable, but with a nerdy edge. I love vintage style clothes, and I’m working on making my closet more grown up than it has been in the past!
Laurie
A SMILE!!!!!!! No matter what I wear, a smile always makes my outfit POP!
Dog-gone
I love the pods! No chance of detergent stains on my jeans!
White teeth and good lipstick always brighten my mood and make any outfit pop!
AubreyLaine
I wear lots of neutrals and then add a pop of color. 🙂
family74014 at gmail dot com
Tiffany Winner
wear a bright color
[email protected]
Tiffany Winner
tweet https://twitter.com/thismomwins2/status/269112014562025472
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FRANCESCA
Best way to make an outfit pop is just SMILE!!!! 😉 love, Francesca
Alena
Oh I want to try these! As far as making my style pop? Um? IDK Is it cheating if I just say that thank goodness it’s fall/winter? I am addicted to sweaters and boots!! That’s sort of the only thing I feel comfortable in!!
Jessica
I try to keep my outfits pretty classic and then throw in some trendy pops of color
jessicarwarfield at gmail dot com
Jessica
I tweeted https://twitter.com/jessrwarfield/status/269277133120090112
jessicarwarfield at gmail dot com
Lacretia
I wear a lot of neutrals, so I brighten up with colorful accessories!
Tracy
I use color, color, and color. Did I mention color?
Can you use tide pods in a front loading washer
Ashley Drew
A fun pair of shoes or a statement necklace with more basic pieces.
[email protected]
ms-texas
I like wearing bright bold colors!
debbiebellows (at) gmail (dot) com
ms-texas
I tweeted here:
https://twitter.com/bellows22/statuses/269822834308681728
debbiebellows (at) gmail (dot) com
Kerry
Jewelry makes my style pop – I sell Jewel Kade jewelry and it totally makes all of my outfits!
nuthouse(at)centurytel(dot)net
Kerry
tweeted: https://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/269959153869549568
nuthouse(at)centurytel(dot)net
sy
I match dark and light solid colors. I like tide pod, it keeps my clothes clean and color doesn’t fade. Thanks for the giveaway.
songyueyu at gmail
sy
tweet: https://twitter.com/syytta/status/269981218647441409
songyueyu at gmail
♡♥♬ Carolsue ♡♥♬
I tweeted
https://twitter.com/MsCarolsueA/status/269998196116299776
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may
I wear what suits (and fits!) me. Oh, and I hand wash anything silk, cashmere, or lace 🙂
Kathryn
Mostly I wear what the situation dictates or what I want, but when I want my style to pop it starts with clean clothing, spray starch and an iron. Even jeans look expensive if they are well pressed.
Nicole Larsen
tweeted https://twitter.com/pittsy82/status/270204290725994496
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Janice
I accessorize and try to add a tad of color to bring out my outfit
tweety800265(at)yahoo(dot)com
Janice
https://twitter.com/disneyfan40/status/270274532529565698
tweety800265(at)yahoo(dot)com
JC
Accessories such as scarves/wraps and bags help me to make my style pop.
JC
https://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/270374793843453952
Dee
I make my style pop with accessories! 🙂
deeg131 at gmail dot com
Dee
tweeted https://twitter.com/DeeGee13/status/270396204385447937
deeg131 at gmail dot com
Deanna G.
I like to wear sequins & bright colors!
calidreamin87 (at) gmail (dot) com
Deanna G.
Tweeted the giveaway:
https://twitter.com/calidreamin87/status/270516894870683649
calidreamin87 (at) gmail (dot) com
ashley
Wear nice kicks to match my style!
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ashley
Tweeted- https://twitter.com/Holt9102/status/270940079755763714
Cas
I make my style pop by always switching it up. Sometimes neutrals with bright accessories, sometimes all vintage thrifted finds. I like to mix it up to keep it interesting!
Emily
I keep things pretty basic with solid colors, and accent with sweaters and scarves. Especially as a nursing mom, the scarf is my go to – a nursing cover in a pinch, and draws people’s eyes away from my stomach in these first few post partum months.
Lima Beans and a Clearance Queen
I like things basic. Brown, black, grays and to dress it up with colorful jewelry or scarf
Lima Beans and a Clearance Queen
Tweeted
https://twitter.com/MindyGardzinski/status/271341677233442817
LAMusing
I keep it simple and classic, but add a pop with bold statement jewelry or funky shoes.
adrianecoros(at)gmail(dot)com
Norma
I like bright color near my face for pop.
bingomamanorma at gmail dot com
Me
Fabulous!
karenmed409
I use different hand bags or totes, belts, and scarves to make style pop.
melmorgan4
Tweeted
https://twitter.com/mm1411/status/271969871447859200
melmorgan4
To make my style pop, I mix high and low end pieces and find classic shoes to match. Also, sometimes I find statement pieces to help build several different looks. Unique accessories are a must. I like to buy from various artisans at craft shows and I buy unique pieces when I travel. My favorite statement piece is an elephant hair necklace.
meredith m
Im a fan of mixing classic pieces with some new trends to make my style pop!
mermont84 at yahoo.com
meredith m
tweeted https://twitter.com/mermont84/status/272106067092176896
Jessika Barber
Confidence makes my style pop!
wizardewu
I like to stand out in a red velvet top, black jeans and knee-high black cowboy boots.
eugeniewu at gmail dot com
angie lilly
In the winter/fall its my cat hats! I have two hand-knitted cat hats that I have and I wear them and it always brings a lot of smiles!
Angie
14earth at gmail dot com
angie lilly
I tweeted here: https://twitter.com/MsTofuFairy/status/272392156499542016
Angie
14earth at gmail dot com
Betty C
My “style” is pretty traditional and neutral. I like to pair my chocolate cords with a bright chenille top when I want to stand out.
willitara [at] gmail [dot] com
Betty C
https://twitter.com/willitara/status/272478354278584320
willitara [at] gmail [dot] com
Holly Marie
I have go-to favorites but like to use my jewelry and a great statement piece of clothing to make each outfit- “pop”.
[email protected]
MM
I like to shop for vintage jewelry or I make my own jewelry pieces.
MCantu1019
I don’t have a style so just can’t say.
I love the dress you’re wearing in the video. It is beautiful.
MCantu1019 at aol dot com
WWillows6
I try to make my style pop by adding touches of color and bold jewelry.
lisalmg25 at gmail dot com
WWillows6
I Tweeted: https://twitter.com/lisalmg/status/272572124147884032
lisalmg25 at gmail dot com
Erica Best
i love wear dress they make me feel pretty and help my stand out.
purple_lover_04 at msn dot com
Erica Best
https://twitter.com/purplelover04/status/272823566263783424
Unknown
https://twitter.com/kravcvad/status/268775753972342785
Unknown
sunglass are a must… of course on a sunny days
GRIT AND GLAMOUR
Love the video. You need to do more! You’re so great on camera!
And more LeRoy…always good.
Carolyn G
I accessorize!
kellyr78
I make my style pop by wearing nice jewelry and colors that I love, like pink & purple.
Kellywcu8888ATgmailDOTcom
kellyr78
tweet
https://twitter.com/Kellydpa/status/304009965608251392
kellywcu8888ATgmailDOTcom
Courtney B
i like my black cashemere sweater which can be worn with anything.. anything! any dress, skirt or any color
vanitizebaby at yahoo dot com
Courtney B
tweet
https://twitter.com/MeandBells/status/304246300742914048
vanitizebaby at yahoo dot com
Tj and Amy
I like to wear a ton of basics so Its all in the shoes for me. I light heels and I like to wear bright ones. I love the color block trend right now. [email protected]
Tj and Amy
tweet. [email protected]
https://twitter.com/1amypugmire/status/304377672102969346
Michelle
I like to mix mostly classic items with a trendy one thrown in to keep my look current without breaking the bank. Thanks for the chance to win!
mrsmchappell at gmail dot com
Mendy Dinsmore
tweeted
https://twitter.com/mendyd/status/304827222697590784
mendyd15 at yahoo dot com
wigget
yoga pants and several tees
jakiesmom
i like to add unique necklaces bracelets and bold rings
Anonymous
my leopard scarf! scg00387 at yahoo dot com
Anonymous
https://twitter.com/scg00387/status/308997241182486528 scg00387 at yahoo dot com
Tamar
My skinny jeans can do just about everything – they can be dirty, dressy, or casual.
tamarsweeps-at-gmail-dot-com
Janice
My black leggings. I can wear them with a long sweatshirt, cute short top, or a nice long pretty blouse.
tweety800265(at)yahoo(dot)com
Gina Wildorchid
I have a pair of dark denim jeans that I love, and they work with everything! I wear them all year.
Thanks for the chance to win!
wildorchid985 @ gmail dot com
LAMusing
I add a piece of bold statement jewelry to make my style pop.
adrianecoros(at)gmail(dot)com
LAMusing
https://twitter.com/LAMusing/status/313060164297166850
adrianecoros(at)gmail(dot)com
Norma
Nice accessories make my style pop.
bingomamanorma at gmail dot com
Kerry
tweeted: https://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/313267160405381120
nuthouse(at)centurytel(dot)net
Nicole Larsen
I try to wear lots of chunky necklaces and rings!
[email protected]
Chip
I add a scarf or necklaces. In other words, I accessorize!!
chipdip2010(at)hotmail(dot)com
Chip
Tweeted https://twitter.com/chipdip2010/status/314076871677579266
chipdip2010(at)hotmail(dot)com
Anash
i wear a shawl with most outfits! Thanks for a super giveaway!
My email: anashct1 [at] yahoo [dot] com
Anash
Tweeted:
https://twitter.com/anashct3/status/314226194130296832
Thanks for the chance to win!
email: anashct1 [at] yahoo [dot] com