Beth Smith

05/25/2026

Here is something I want every woman to hear: stop hating your body for not fitting your clothes.

Ready-to-wear clothing is made to a standardized fit that works for a very small slice of the population. The rest of us have been trying to squeeze ourselves into a system that was never designed with us in mind.

I created a free guide called Why Your Clothes Don't Fit and What to Do About It. If you have ever walked out of a dressing room feeling defeated, this guide is for you. You can get it through the link in my bio.

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05/21/2026

Coach Rogue 20, made to order. I do not usually do unboxings, but some things earn the exception.
In March I went to New York City with my daughter and sister-in-law. Visiting the Coach flagship and ordering a made-to-order Rogue was the one thing on my list I knew I had to do. The experience was everything I hoped it would be, and now it is finally here.
If you have questions about the made-to-order process, the options, or what the flagship experience is like, ask me in the comments.
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05/20/2026

If you want to only buy 100% natural fibers, you need to own an iron. Linen wrinkles. Cotton wrinkles. Silk wrinkles. That is the trade-off, and it is a real one.

Natural fibers also require more thought in the laundry room. Water temperature, agitation, drying method, and storage all matter more than they do with synthetics.

A small percentage of synthetic fiber in a blend significantly improves wrinkle recovery without sacrificing the feel or breathability most people are actually after.

Know what you are buying and what it will cost you in care before you make the purchase.

05/18/2026

An electrician will not give you a price over the phone. A plumber will not give you a price over the phone. Neither will I.
Alterations are not a one-size-fits-all service. Sometimes what you think needs to happen can actually be solved a simpler, less expensive way once I see you in the garment. Sometimes there is more going on than you realized. I cannot know until I see it.
What I can promise is this. At the end of your fitting you get a firm price. You decide right then whether you want to move forward. No guessing, no surprises.
That is what it looks like to work with someone who actually knows what they are doing.

05/13/2026

Most people save their best look for weddings and special events. But what about the other 360 days? Everyday clothes deserve to fit just as well. A clothing alteration is one of the easiest ways to transform pieces you already own into things you actually love wearing. Better fit means more confidence, more use out of your wardrobe, and no more saving the good stuff for someday. Everyday alterations are what I do at Beth Smith Couture in Howell, Michigan. Let's make your regular Tuesday look just as good as the big day.

05/13/2026

When is the last time you told yourself that you look great?
Spring is here and we are all reaching for clothes we haven't worn since last year. This is actually the perfect time to stop tolerating the pieces that almost work and start wearing clothes that feel like they were made for you - because they will be.

That blouse you keep putting back on the hanger. The pants you like on the hanger but not on your body. The skirt that is just slightly off and you cannot figure out why. I can figure out why. And I can fix it.

Most of us spend so much time and money shopping for something better when the answer is already hanging in our closet. It just needs fit. Real fit. The kind that makes you stop in front of the mirror instead of avoiding it.

I am Beth Smith Couture, a clothing alterations and fit refinement studio located in Howell. If you have a closet full of almost-favorites, let's talk. bethsmithcouture.com or call 810-333-0099.

05/10/2026

05/10/2026

Happy Mothers' Day to all women.

05/08/2026

To all of my local friends! If you or someone you love lives in Livingston County, here is an opportunity to recognize her. Check out the post and if you have any questions, is love to answer.

Nominations are officially open for the 2026 Livingston Athena Leadership Awards! 🌟

We are honoring one Recipient in each of three categories:
• 𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐍𝐀 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝
• 𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐍𝐀 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝
• 𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐍𝐀 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝

Do you know a woman leader, organization, or young leader in Livingston County who exemplifies excellence, serves this community, and opens doors for others?

Complete your nomination online or download and print the form to handwrite it. Completed forms can be returned to [email protected].

Join us for Nomination Night on July 30 from 4 to 6 PM at Horse Feathers Kitchen & Cocktails, The Reserve Event Center in Pinckney, an intimate evening bringing our community together to celebrate women leaders who exemplify excellence, featuring keynote speaker Michelle Massey, 2021 ATHENA Leadership Award Recipient.

Nomination deadline: July 30, 2026

Questions? Contact Dianne Samples at [email protected] or 517-546-3920

🔗 Nominate her today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf28gPyiWE9mzHRfA7IJ3pOIc2gGhEBy2OvTkTzLsowGcvmMg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=114534574616968920934

05/07/2026

Bridal Alterations are not for the faint of heart!