Blogger: Katie Sparks

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Katie Sparks has been a renowned television show costume designer for 22 years. Her credits include Just Shoot Me and Arrested Development. She received a nomination from the Costume Designers Guild for excellent costume design for Arrested Development. Katie writes, "For the last year and a half, I have been freelance writing for the Palisades Post. I loved the TV business, but writing gives me the flexibility I need to raise my daughter. Writing for the Post has been great, but I haven’t been able to use my expertise in fashion. Writing for Scrubs gives me the opportunity to write and give fashion tips! A perfect combo."

Can scrubs be designed to make you happy?

Posted August 31, 2010 | By Katie Sparks | 1 comment

What you wear can have a positive effect on your mood…and help establish intimate connections. Here’s how.

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How to fix your scrubs in a crisis

Posted August 3, 2010 | By Katie Sparks | no comments

A mini sewing kit, wipes and toupee tape will fix your fashion problems on the go, whether you’re on your shift or out and about.

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Scrubs fashion tips for the curvy nurse

Posted July 26, 2010 | By Katie Sparks | 5 comments

Having a great look and style is about making the most of your body shape and forgetting about your size. It’s all about accentuating your best assets and disguising your flaws.

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Easy ways to make scrubs your own

Posted July 12, 2010 | By Katie Sparks | 9 comments

If your workplace insists on solid colored scrubs, there’s still a way to make your uniform collection more stylish and fun.

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Great messenger bags for nurses

Posted June 4, 2010 | By Katie Sparks | 2 comments

We picked our favorites, then paired them with classic scrubs outfits. And they’re perfect for the profession, with multiple outside pockets to organize all your things and an adjustable cross body strap that leaves your hands free.

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Scrubs accessories for spring and summer 2010

Posted April 30, 2010 | By Katie Sparks | 2 comments

Ready to update your workwear with fun accessories? Rediscover your inner child with these adorable polka dot socks, or select an ID necklace that is truly “you.”

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Look 10 pounds slimmer in your scrubs

Posted April 27, 2010 | By Katie Sparks | 14 comments

As summer approaches, it’s easier to shed layers than pounds. But take heart! Our Hollywood stylist to the stars, Katie Sparks, will show you 5 easy ways to make the most of your everyday scrubs—and look 10 lbs thinner in the process.

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Tall or petite? A guideline for buying scrubs

Posted April 19, 2010 | By Katie Sparks | 6 comments

For tall and petite nurses, knowing how to be savvy and interpret the latest fashions for your body type can make all the difference in your professional appearance.

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The top 5 scrubs fashion blunders

Posted March 25, 2010 | By Katie Sparks | 32 comments

Peek-a-boo scrubs, too tight scrubs, mystery stains, high waters…we have pictures. Click through and see if you’ve ever been a don’t!

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10 great scrubs outfits by color

Posted February 28, 2010 | By Katie Sparks | 8 comments

Are you one of the many nurses now required to wear a certain color to work? Wondering what to wear with all of the choices out there? Here are some terrific scrubs outfits for every color.

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Great scrubs outfits for male nurses

Posted February 1, 2010 | By Katie Sparks | 1 comment

Boys in scrubs. Sometimes you look great. Sometimes you look, well, hairy (t-shirts, anyone?) Here are some combinations that work on any body type and are easy to coordinate.

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