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think of things in a different way.” Mariposa is constantly stocking the shelves with new pieces. The best way to stay up to date is to follow the shop on Facebook, where photos of special pieces are frequent. For instance, Wells recalled, there was a recent time when she posted a dress online at 9:30 a.m. and not 20 minutes later, a customer, who’d taken an early lunch, bought the dress. If you’re seeking prom wear, keep an eye out January through March, and if your prom-goer finds her dress at Mariposa and lets the store snap a photo, you get 15 percent off the gown. Regardless of what you’re looking for, however, you can be certain that at Mariposa you won’t just be able to explore a fabulous collection of fashions but you also will be treated as if Wells and her staff have known you all their lives. And if you can only buy one thing, Wells said with certainty there is one item everyone should have in their wardrobe: “The best pair of shoes you can buy!” FIVE TIPS FOR FINDING YOUR SIGNATURE STYLE By Michelle Wells 1. Figure out your body type. 2. Find a celebrity who has your body type and whose clothing you like – not to copy them but to find the designer that makes clothing for your body type. 3. Find your color palette. 4. Wear what you LOVE. 5. Invest in quality. Joining 1si - the most rewarding resolution you’ll make this year. 1si.org EXTOL : DECEMBER 2018/JANUARY 2019 29