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Posts by Madeleine Kim

Madeleine Kim is the Director of Brand & Content Marketing at M.M.LaFleur, where she started out as a stylist. She loves developing styling-focused content and creating newsletters that bring the M.M. community together.

Are Trousers the New Jeans?

September 09, 2022

Are Trousers the New Jeans?

Three style experts weigh in on the casual trouser trend.

Thinking About Leaving Your Job? Here’s How Seven Entrepreneurs Decided to Take the Leap

September 09, 2022

Thinking About Leaving Your Job? Here’s How Seven Entrepreneurs Decided to Take the Leap

From inspiring books to unsupportive bosses, here’s what made seven women leave their day jobs to go it alone.

A Sneak Peek at Our Biggest Collection of the Year

September 02, 2022

A Sneak Peek at Our Biggest Collection of the Year

When you wear these pieces, you’ll feel like you’ve arrived—at a renewed sense of balance, at a turning point in your life, at your ideal Power Casual wardrobe.

10 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Buying a Suit

November 07, 2024

10 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Buying a Suit

The world of suit-shopping is full of red flags, but if you know the signs, you can avoid these potential pitfalls.

“It Was Time to Do Something Uncomfortable”: A Former M.M. Stylist’s Unexpected Career Journey

August 18, 2022

“It Was Time to Do Something Uncomfortable”: A Former M.M. Stylist’s Unexpected Career Journey

Elecia Allen is risk-averse by nature—but she quit her job and moved across the country to follow her passion anyway.

Outfit Layering 101: Six Before-and-After Looks to Try

August 12, 2023

Outfit Layering 101: Six Before-and-After Looks to Try

Six two-second vibe shifts, all made possible by fall fashion’s favorite item: the layer.

The Pre-Fall Lookbook Is Here! Get Inspired for the Season

August 05, 2022

The Pre-Fall Lookbook Is Here! Get Inspired for the Season

Rich reds, celebratory purples, and warm neutrals to welcome a crisp-yet-cozy fall season.

How Do You Know You’ve Made It? 8 Women Share A-Ha Moments

August 05, 2022

How Do You Know You’ve Made It? 8 Women Share A-Ha Moments

There’s more to life than chasing that next victory. Here’s how to savor your successes.

10 Unexpected Pairings That Make Life More Exciting

July 28, 2022

10 Unexpected Pairings That Make Life More Exciting

Sometimes, the most iconic duos are the ones you least saw coming.

2 Jackets, 10 Confidence-Boosting Power Casual Outfits

July 28, 2022

2 Jackets, 10 Confidence-Boosting Power Casual Outfits

M.M. employees model our most popular jackets for work, weekends, and everything in between.

How to Get a New-Job Wardrobe on a Budget

November 01, 2023

How to Get a New-Job Wardrobe on a Budget

Invest in styles that you can wear multiple ways, both throughout the week and throughout your career.

How to Shop the Summer Sale Like an M.M. Employee

June 29, 2022

How to Shop the Summer Sale Like an M.M. Employee

Want to make the most of our biggest sale of the season? Start with these 13 M.M. employee favorites.

11 Things Never to Do in an Interview, According to HR Professionals

June 23, 2022

11 Things Never to Do in an Interview, According to HR Professionals

You got your resume into tip-top shape, and you landed the interview. Here’s what NOT to do next.

How a Travel Expert Packs for a European Vacation

June 16, 2022

How a Travel Expert Packs for a European Vacation

Meghan Donovan has built her business around perfecting the European vacation. Here’s a look inside her suitcase.

8 Summer Outfits That Are Almost as Comfortable as Wearing Nothing

June 10, 2023

8 Summer Outfits That Are Almost as Comfortable as Wearing Nothing

It’s too hot to wear clothes—but we’ll make an exception for breezy poplin, lightweight linen, and cooling cotton.

10 Styles So Nice, We Restocked Them Twice

May 24, 2022

10 Styles So Nice, We Restocked Them Twice

These pants, tops, dresses, and jackets are so beloved, we have to replenish them on a regular basis.

How a Creative CEO Styles Power Casual Outfits for Work

May 15, 2022

How a Creative CEO Styles Power Casual Outfits for Work

For East Olivia’s CEO, Kelsea Olivia, polish and practicality are equally important.

Living Joyfully After Loss: A Conversation with Marisa Renee Lee and Rebecca Soffer

May 13, 2022

Living Joyfully After Loss: A Conversation with Marisa Renee Lee and Rebecca Soffer

Embracing joy in the face of grief isn’t just possible—it’s necessary.

6 New Summer Styles for Special Occasions

May 06, 2022

6 New Summer Styles for Special Occasions

Warm-weather jewel tones, washable party dresses, and more.

Our Founders Explain How Japanese Culture Inspired M.M.’s Design Philosophy

April 28, 2022

Our Founders Explain How Japanese Culture Inspired M.M.’s Design Philosophy

Our co-founders, Sarah and Miyako, credit their Japanese heritage for the unique balance of form and function that defines M.M. clothing.

9 Machine-Washable Pieces You Can Wear to Work This Summer

April 28, 2022

9 Machine-Washable Pieces You Can Wear to Work This Summer

Because dry-clean-only styles and 85-degree commutes are not friends. In fact, they can barely be in the same room together.

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