Talk about serendipitous timing! I had just finished an exhaustive week-long closet overhaul when the San Francisco Chronicle asked me to write a piece on “shopping your closet.” Having just gone through the process solo, I was excited to report on how the experts do it.

If you’re looking for some fashion inspiration for spring — without having to spend a bundle — you’ll definitely want to read this story I wrote in the Sunday Style section. Even if you don’t end up hiring a professional, you’ll be able to take some valuable cues from stylists Beth Berliner, of Revamp SF, and Karen Tamblyn, of Designer for Your Image, and their enthusiastic SF clients.

Be sure to click through the entire slide show to see how one outfit can be transformed into several simply by swapping out a few key accessories!