Fresh New You Makeover: Nicole Nolan Makes the Grade

By Sue Erneta and Mandy Hendrix

Using simple style and beauty tricks, we transformed LHJ reader Nicole Nolan from just fine to absolutely fabulous.

Photo by Fernando Milani

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BEFORE

Nicole Nolan
Age 32
Teacher

Five feet tall, Nicole stands eye to eye with many of her fifth-grade students. That certainly makes it hard for her to find sophisticated outfits that fit right. Add the fact that Nicole had her first child two years ago and actually wound up a few pounds lighter and you'll understand why she's got a closetful of unflattering clothes.

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