The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
Janel Gonzalez is a writer, mother, recovering perfectionist and reforming people-pleaser who decided to prioritize her spiritual growth in the second half of her life. She holds a Master’s in Psychology but researches different schools of thought to help others with valuable insights and tools along their personal development journey. Her approach helps others shed societal pressures and expectations to connect with their inner selves and embody a new way of being. The Rising Podcast will become a tool in your life to help you rise to your higher self.
The Rising with Janel Gonzalez
From Closet Overwhelm to Confident Style with Stylist Elly Brown
If your closet is packed but you still feel stuck in the same three outfits, this conversation is for you. In this episode of The Rising Podcast, Janel welcomes personal stylist and mom of four, Elly Brown, to talk about practical, down-to-earth style—no celebrity budget required.
Elly Brown is a personal stylist, content creator, and founder of Uptown With Elly Brown, where she shares relatable style that actually fits women’s everyday lives. With over a decade of experience in the fashion space, she’s known for her honest approach, her “tough-love-but-make-it-cute” styling advice, and her gift for helping women discover their unique style voice. Elly works with clients nationwide through virtual styling, curated catalogs, and her signature styling retainers. Her mission is simple: empower women to feel confident, seen, and effortlessly put together every single day.
Elly breaks down how a thoughtful closet edit, a few key pieces, and the right accessories can transform not just your outfits, but how you move through your day.
Inside the episode, you’ll discover:
✨ Why personal styling isn’t just for celebrities
✨ How a closet edit reveals your habits, gaps, and true style
✨ The difference between shopping with intention vs. shopping because it’s on sale
✨ How accessories can completely change a basic jeans-and-tee look
✨ Why honoring your current season (work, motherhood, life) matters more than trends
✨ How getting dressed with intention can impact your mood, confidence, and presence
Elly and Janel also dive into holiday style—how to enjoy festive fashion, wear the “fun” pieces, and still stay aligned with simplicity and minimalism.
You deserve to feel like you in your clothes. Let this episode be your sign to edit, refresh, and start dressing with more confidence and joy.
LINKS & RESOURCES
👗 Follow Elly: @uptownwithellybrown
🌐 Website: https://www.uptownwithellybrown.com
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uptownwithellybrown
▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/uptownwithellybrown
💼 Styling Services: https://www.uptownwithellybrown.com/book-personal-styling-consultation
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