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Design and wellness inspiration from Jules, creator of Allusio jewelry.

Hotter Than Trends: Why Style Matters and How to Finesse Yours

Hotter Than Trends: Why Style Matters and How to Finesse Yours

Why does personal style matter? There is a psychological phenomenon you may have experienced where what you wear influences how you think, feel, and behave.  It’s called enclothed cognition.  And... Read More
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Hotter than trends: Color/Style Systems Compared

It’s easy to get overwhelmed with all of the “systems” and individual stylists available today.  When I was in a new mom style slump, I went pretty far down that... Read More
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Hotter than trends: Color/Style Systems Compared
Hotter than Trends: Pulling Your Style Together

Hotter than Trends: Pulling Your Style Together

Once you’ve figured out what colors and styles look good and feel authentic for you, do not make the mistake of a major spending spree.  Sure, get rid of things... Read More
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Why friends matter (and 3 science-backed frameworks to find yours)

When is the last time you made a new friend or reached out to an old one?  Check out three science-backed frameworks for establishing and maintaining friendships, and three points...
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Allusio founder Julie Dusold Culbertson wearing a shirt from Seattle KEXP radio that reads "You are not alone."
Struggle with exercise? Here's how to make your fitness goals more FUN

Struggle with exercise? Here's how to make your fitness goals more FUN

Bored with numbers on the scale, logging miles, and counting reps at the gym?  These three tips can help you find pride in your fitness routine outside the numbers.
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Modern Heirloom: The Art & Architecture Behind Allusio

Introducing modern heirloom jewelry special enough for your biggest milestones, and versatile and durable enough to wear all day, every day. 
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Modern Heirloom: The Art & Architecture Behind Allusio
Allusio founder, Julie, on a jogging path

SMART goals vs FUN goals? Why I'm team FUN

...when you like how you feel when you perform a task, you are likely to continue completing that task routinely.
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Emotional Growth From A Mother's Parting Gift

What mother said about my new business idea during our first and last real conversation...
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mother and child feeding goats from a bottle