“Dopamine dressing” is a combination of getting dressed with intention and choosing to do something for yourself that brings you joy. Selecting clothes in really vibrant colors gives you permission to stand out, and having the label of “dopamine dressing” gives you the excuse to do it. You don’t need to save dopamine dressing for […]

When people find out that I’m a personal stylist, they react in one of two ways. The most common reaction is “OH MY GOSH that’s so cool!! You must love your job!” (I do!). The other reaction is “…really? People actually want that?” Yes, they definitely do. And my clients are in various age and […]

Youthphoria just had its last photoshoot for 2022! The majority of photoshoots occur outside, and it gets too chilly in Philly in the winter for outdoor sessions, so we take a brief pause from December-February, and begin again! Last year, we were able to provide free, gender affirming photoshoots to seven trans and non-binary youth […]

National Coming Out Day falls every October, and it’s always an incredible reminder of how publicly presenting your gender is a serious process. For parents of trans and non-binary kids, the topic of gender expression can be difficult to navigate– even if your intentions are positive, there are ways that you can accidentally show insensitivity or […]

I’m biased because, to me, dressing for Fall is THE BEST. Let’s take a look at what’s trending and how to incorporate these pieces into your wardrobe.

Between styling participants for Youthphoria and my trans and non-binary clients, I’m always looking for brands that will be comfortable for all bodies and all genders while offering gender-affirming clothing options. Also, in general, finding brands that carry extended sizes (in either direction) is something I am always trying to find. The websites that I […]