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Lani was recently interviewed by Jennifer Barger for The Washington Post to weigh in on our current consumer culture and, along with other experts, give tips on how to save your clothes instead of buying new.

The Washington Post “Mending clothes makes a comeback as a way to save money — and the planet”

Lani and other stylists recently weighed in on some fashion

The Washington Post “How to dress better with the 3-3-3 rule and 6 other numerical guides”

If there is one thing I'm great at, it's figuring out how to keep shoe clutter at bay in small spaces! Check out this article on The Washington Post with some great shoe storage advice from myself and a few other contributors.

The Washington Post “6 Hacks for Keeping Shoe Clutter in Check”

Read the full article on WSJ.com, or click below to read the full excerpt.

Buy Side from WSJ “The Best Luxury Gifts for Women for Milestone Occasions “

Buy Side from WSJ,

Buy Side from WSJ, “Stylish Watches That Only Look Expensive, Chosen by Experts”

The Washington Post,

The Washington Post, “How to buy quality clothes without spending a fortune”

1000 Fibers Connect Us with Betsy Fisher, “Meet Lani Inlander”

Best-Laid-Plans

Best Laid Plans, “Planning Your Style with Lani Inlander”

I was a guest on one of my favorite parenting podcasts! Listen as I give fellow moms advice on how to take control of their wardrobes.

No Guilt Mom, “Easy Ways to Update Your Wardrobe with Lani Inlander”

I had the wonderful opportunity to be interviewed by Sakina Iskendar, the stylish owner of Roman. It was so much fun playing dress up at one of my favorite boutiques!

Roman, “What’s Lani Wearing?”

Like most holidays now Valentine's Day will look a little different so I partnered with Ally Shoes to highlight some fun ideas to celebrate the holiday. Whether you are with family or looking for a date night activity, we've got some fun ideas in store for you.

Ally Shoes, “Highlighting Valentine’s Day Ideas for the Family or a Special Date Night”

The best news to come out of 2020 was Kyle and Jack's wedding! Their florist, Poppy Flowers, featured their backyard wedding on their blog.

Poppy Flowers, “Micro-Wedding: Kyle + Jackson”

I have had the pleasure of collaborating with Lori Mihalich-Levin of Mindful Return on this topic of postpartum fashion for the past few years. During the age of Covid-19 quarantine and working/schooling from home, I have once again updated my tips and outfit suggestions for women in between sizes.

Mindful Return, “To Buy or Not to Buy? What’s a New Mama Between Sizes to Do about Clothes?

I shared my favorite productivity tips with Forbes, including how to get my kids to

Forbes, “How To Reimagine Productivity In A Pandemic”

I spoke with the team behind Ally Shoes, one of my favorite and most comfortable shoe brands, to give some tips on finding your style and building your wardrobe.

Ally Shoes, “Lani Inlander on How To Find Your Style”

I am thrilled to announce that my home was featured on Design Mom‘s Living with Kids series.

Design Mom, “Living with Kids: Lani Inlander”

Kyle Dunphy

The Wedding Dish Podcast, “Style to Fit Your Real Life” with Kyle Dunphy and Lani Inlander

From redefining self-care to constantly visiting the grocery store, this is what life now looks like for DC-based Lani Inlander.

Northern Virginia Magazine, “Local stylist Lani Inlander talks shopping, routine and changes during COVID-19″

The Inspired Office,

The Inspired Office, “Ask Us Anything Live Video Chat”

best of both worlds podcast

Best of Both Worlds Podcast, “Style Advice for Working Women with Lani Inlander”

Lani Inlander with Clothing Rack

Northern Virginia Magazine, “Revamp your look with help from local stylist Lani Inlander”

Shifting to a remote work model is challenging, but it offers an opportunity to continue operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's how to make it work for your business.

Business.com, “COVID-19 Q&A: How to Manage Remote Workers and Stay in Touch With Customers”

Spring will officially have sprung as of Thursday, March 19. While many of us are altering our day-to-day routines to function from the home, this is the perfect time to dive deep into spring cleaning your closet, and also practice self-care regimens that make you feel your very best.

Northern Virginia Magazine, “7 local stylists share their go-to spring staples”

Are you a new mom returning to work? DC-based Lani Inlander of Real Life Style hopes to boost your confidence by refreshing your wardrobe through her e-course, Wear Your Power.

Northern Virginia Magazine, “Local stylist offers online course for moms returning to work after maternity leave”

Finding the right outfit for a wedding is challenging in and of itself, as no guest wants to be uncomfortable throughout the night, outshine the bride or even stand out for being too underdressed. When you add a cool breeze and chilly temperatures to the mix, curating the perfect ensemble becomes even more complicated.

Northern Virginia Magazine, “Attending a wedding this winter? Here’s what you need to know”

It’s that time of year again, where friends, families and co-workers alike gather together to celebrate the year that’s passed, as well as look ahead at what’s to come. As is the custom with these types of events, there tends to be a proper dress code to adhere to, especially for the classic holiday office party.

Northern Virginia Magazine, “How to be the best-dressed at this year’s holiday office party”

I’ve just clicked on the link for Zoom, the video conferencing service, for Slate’s weekly editorial meeting, and now a gargoyle is staring back at me from my laptop screen. But I can’t look away from the gargoyle because she is me, only my skin is a dull shade of greige (you know, gray-beige), there’s an inexplicable spotlight on my nose, my head is casting a weird shadow onto my neck, and I swear one of my eyes is wonky. Is that what I look like?

Slate, “The Gargoyle on My Screen”

As a stylist, I am obsessed with a good overcoat. I collect them. I must have 30! Of course, no one needs to own that many, but everyone should at least have a solid-colored short or mid-length style and a good long coat that will match the majority of his/her wardrobe.

Bottom Line, “Stylish Yet Practical Winter Coats”

Bottom Line,

Bottom Line, “Shoes Don’t Have to Hurt”

DC Modern Luxury,

DC Modern Luxury, “Love. Set. Match.”

Pixies Did It,

Pixies Did It, “Easiest Way to Organize a Closet”

The Reset,

The Reset, “I Don’t Want Their Jobs”

Lori M. Mihalich-Levin, JD, “Back to Work After Baby”

Lori M. Mihalich-Levin, JD, “Back to Work After Baby”

Everly & Monet's

Everly & Monet’s “Girl Bosses of Bethesda, Take 2”

Angelica in the City's

Angelica in the City’s “30 Questions with Lani Inlander”

Aleteia For Her's

Aleteia For Her’s “Unforgettable Designer Wedding Dresses”

Aleteia For Her's

Aleteia For Her’s “Audrey Hepburn, Style Icon”

Aleteia For Her's

Aleteia For Her’s “Your New Workweek Capsule Wardrobe”

Mindful Return's

Mindful Return’s “To Buy or Not to Buy? What’s a Mama to Do about Clothes?”

The Washington Post's

The Washington Post’s “Steal this Job: Style Consultant”

Washingtonian Magazine's

Washingtonian Magazine’s “Makeover Magic”

Fashion Washington Magazine's

Fashion Washington Magazine’s “Traveling Bright”

WTOP's

WTOP’s “Stylists Forecast Fashion Trends at Inaugural Balls and Parties”

Rosa Loves DC's

Rosa Loves DC’s “Ideas for Your Holiday Outfits”

Coastal Living's

Coastal Living’s “How to Buy Anything Better”

Rosa Loves DC's

Rosa Loves DC’s “Snapshots of Memorial Day Weekend”

Meurice Garment Care's

Meurice Garment Care’s “Style and Organization Q&A With Lani Inlander”

Mamas Link's

Mamas Link’s “To Buy or Not to Buy (Postnatal Style Solutions)”

Beauty Riot's

Beauty Riot’s “Be the Hottest One on Your Summer Vacay”

Beauty Riot's

Beauty Riot’s “How To Mix and Match Prints”

Washingtonian Magazine's

Washingtonian Magazine’s “Closet Help: Calling in an Expert to Organize”

Beauty Riot's

Beauty Riot’s “Trends to Try Before Summer Ends”

Beauty Riot's

Beauty Riot’s “Best Hat For Your Face Shape”

Pixies Did It's

Pixies Did It’s “Smart Monochromatic”

Pixies Did It's

Pixies Did It’s “Fun Color Blocking”

Pixies Did It's

Pixies Did It’s “Classic Red White and Blue”

Pixies Did It's

Pixies Did It’s “Print Pandemonium”

Pixies Did It's

Pixies Did It’s “Softly Seventies Organic”

Sine Qua Non Special Events'

Sine Qua Non Special Events’ “Real Wedding Style”

Rosa Loves DC's

Rosa Loves DC’s “Spring 2011 Fashion Wish List”

Washington Life Magazine's

Washington Life Magazine’s “Trend Report: Mermaid Green”

Beauty Riot's

Beauty Riot’s “Your Head-to-Toe Guide to Sexy”

Pixies Did It's

Pixies Did It’s “Lani Inlander’s Pixie Tips”

Beauty Riot's

Beauty Riot’s “12 New Holiday Party Looks”

Corporette's

Corporette’s “Dressing For Your Body Type”

Beauty Riot's

Beauty Riot’s “13 Must-Have Wardrobe Essentials”

Where I Need To Be’s “The Great Closet Cleanout”

Examiner.com’s “Healthy Living Can Start In Your Closet”

Quo Vadis’ “Planning and Style: An Interview with Lani”

The Washington Post's

The Washington Post’s “Dress the Part of Sophisticated Intern”

Pixies Did It’s “It’s So Good We Give It Twice”

The Washington Post's

The Washington Post’s “Fashion Fix: February 16, 2010”

Chic Galleria's

Chic Galleria’s “Become A Thrift Store Expert”

Washington Jewish Week's

Washington Jewish Week’s “Find Your Style”

The Washington Post’s “Talking Fashion: December 8, 2009”

iVillage’s “What Do Your Jeans Say About You?”

Washingtonian Magazine’s “Great Finds: Clutches”

She Knows’ “7 Summer Fashion Rules: Sexy Summer Fashion Sense”

Glamazon Diaries’ “The High End of Fast Fashion”

Glamour’s “50 Most Glamorous Women of 2009”

Quo Vadis’ “Spring Styles: Spring 2009 Trend Report”

Glamazon Diaries’ “H&M Getting Ready for Matthew Williamson”

InStyle’s “The Look: Rosette-Topped Shoes”

Quo Vadis’ “Holiday Dressing: Holiday Party Capsule Wardrobes”

Instyle’s “The Look: Draped Details with Miley Cyrus in Marchesa”

Quo Vadis’ “Fall’s Fashion Quandary: Fall 2008 Trend Report”

Quo Vadis’ “Springing Into Fashion: Spring 2008 Trend Report”

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