Course Descriptions

Lazy Person’s Guide to a Perfect Wardrobe: This ten lesson course offered through GoHighbrow and on Listenable is a primer to help anyone, (including the guys in your life) understand the ABCs of building a workable, flattering, personal wardrobe that reflects your style and your fashion savvy.

“This is one of the best Highbrow courses I’ve ever taken.”

“Thanks a lot for this course… easy to digest bits and pieces.”

“Well written, complex concepts easily conveyed. Excellent layout and organization.”

Discovering Your Inner Style: an Adventure in Dressing Authentically: The first in a series for the Teachable school, Fashion Perfection, this course expands on the concepts explained in Andrea’s book, Shopping for the Real You in greater detail. This three-part course guides the student through a delightful series of investigations into lifestyle, taste, and how to identify your personal fashion style. The dozens of photos and illustrations clarify each topic and make the principles accessible and fun. Read more about this course here.

“I have a disability and this course helped me gain confidence by guiding me to find my authentic personal style. I present myself as a new, more self-confident me.”

— Adrienne Omansky, Teacher, Community Leader Los Angeles, CA

“I have taken several style courses and none has come close to this one.”

— Ann Murray, Color and Style Consultant Ohio, USA

“It delivers solidly, delightfully, and successfully . . . a bargain at twice the price.”

— Anna Urrea, Transformational Coach, Berkeley, CA

“It helped me identify my own personal style and recognize aspects of myself that has helped me in other areas of my life, too.”

— Pam Richardson, Modesto, CA

“The course helped me see a lot more nuances of style. Now in my 50s, authentic self-expression is increasingly important to me.”

— Ellen Dunn, NSW Australia

“The course answered a lot of my questions. It was thought-provoking and made me really get into the nitty gritty of who I am, energetically.”

— Lynette Mae Allen, Fontana, CA

Loved discovering so many new websites to follow. The series was a refreshing change from all the “loud” social media out there.

— Bonnie Oakes Charron

What a terrific interview with Jodie I loved your questions and found her answers very relatable. We can so often get stuck in our old clothing patterns, and repeat wearing styles that may not really suit our body shapes to begin with. Loved her advice about being adventurous with fashion.

— Kathleen Boyd

Catherine Grace O’Connell offered great advice: “Adversity can work to change us for the good if we don’t become bitter!” And also Nina’s words: “we sometimes forget that we are vastly different people than we once were. I need to accept and embrace myself as I am today.” I feel like I’ve made a new friend in you, Andrea! Thank you again!

— Kay Pappal

To be honest, my new-found style journey is the most “girlie” thing I do, and I’m loving it! Thank you for shining light on the different aspects that make up the whole picture of style!

— Linda Keller

I liked what Deborah Chambers said – “Aging is just another word for living.” thanks so much for doing this series.  I know how much work you and your assistant put into this and appreciate even more that you present inspiring role models.

— Susan Goldstein

I thoroughly enjoyed the series you compiled.  You were a delightful host with wonderful guests.  You have such class and poised and you made your guest feel so relaxed.

— Louise Sweet

RE Milan Perry – Recently I’ve been hearing God talk to me about eating and reading -both forms of nourishment – more slowly. Milan’s insights added to that, as did something else I heard today about treating every meal as communion.

— Roselle Dobbs

Just wanted take a few moments to thank you for a fascinating series that I am enjoying thoroughly. I read and internalized your book, but didn’t realize how much more you could open up my universe. 

— Maryam Spencer

I most enjoyed your interview with Nora Minassian because of the examples that she showed of her fashions.

— Annemarie Hitchcock

Congratulations Andrea! Your new series is terrific. As a petite I love the reminder that size doesn’t matter. Also loved the nod to thrift shops, which I adore.

— Therese Gilardi

Just wanted to send a quick email to thank you and tell you how much I’ve enjoyed the video series. I found I’ve been looking forward to each new episode and it would be a special treat in my day to watch them.

— Rita Gibbard

I really love Deborah, she’s utterly charming and perfect to end the series.

— Catherine Wong

Thank you for the video series — it has been really interesting and good to hear from a vast range of people who are dedicated to growing and evolving themselves and making a difference to others.


— Lucy Barrett

Video Series

Vital Vivacious, and Visible after 50/Expert Edition Nearly ten hours of interviews with 42 delightful experts who cover a far ranging list of topics for women of all ages: fashion, beauty, style, health, wellness, relationships, diet, work, and retirement living. They share their knowledge and even offer some wonderful personal stories. Here are links to their topics and bios: VVV and Special Guests ; Expert Edition

Here are just a few experts you might recognize:

Christopher Hopkins

Marci Shimoff

Debi Silber

Imogen Lamport

George Brescia

Deborah Chambers

Carol Parker Walsh

Peggy O’Neill

Dorrie Jacobson