Does style come
with personality?
Style can be influenced by your
personality but this is not a rule. There is always the "I have
to wear a suit because this is the dress code" effect that most
of the times makes you wear things that you don't like. The
answer would be that style is influenced mainly by your
personality, but not only your personality dictates your style.
To learn more about different styles visit the
Business Appropriate page.
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Why is it always hard to find something good to wear?
Unless you do
something about your closet, it is always going to be hard to
find something good to wear, something that fits you perfect and
that could make you say "I feel supreme". If you want to be
prepared and have always something good to wear I suggest a
seasonal re-organization of your closet-boutique. I have a
explicit guide on how to do that in my book,
My Closet - My Boutique: How to Organize Your Image
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How can an image consultant help me with my business?
Either you're a one
man firm or a big corporation, your business resumes to the
value of your employees (even to yourself as your own employer).
Your employees represent the human capital of your firm,
improving your employees image you actually increase your firm's
capital. People that trust their image trust themselves and
their power to communicate, thus they communicate better, they
are more productive, they have better ideas, overall they feel
and they are better.
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How can I dress for my not-so-prefect body type?
Color, lineage,
fabrics, all together can help in giving a new perspective to
your small imperfections. All you need is a professional advice
on how to combine those elements to result in a better image,
thus having more self confidence. Don't hesitate to
contact me for more details.
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Is completely organizing/re-organizing your closet a one-time
event? If not, how often do you recommend a thorough closet
cleanup?
Each time the seasons
change (a minimum of twice a year), you have to re-organize your
closet. I have detailed this process in my book,
My Closet - My Boutique: How to Organize Your Image.
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How do I avoid
messing it up again?
Remember your plan!
When returning clothing to your closet-boutique, hang each item
where it belongs. Also, remember not to return anything to your
boutique that has lost a button, broken a zipper, or split a
seam during the day. (Return that item to your closet-boutique
only after it has been repaired.) When you notice that a garment
is no longer "you", or no longer fits properly, then place it in
a container for clothes to be given away or hang it in a
separate closet. It no longer belongs in your closet-boutique.
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When is it
okay to shop without a plan?
When you are on
vacation and/or have plenty of time and money!
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How can I receive better service from store associates?
Bring magazine tear
sheets that show the style, color, and length that you would
like to try on. Or bring along your
Personal Style Portfolio Shopping Guide.
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What are the pros and cons of wearing pantyhose?
Presenting an
attractive, well-groomed appearance without wearing pantyhose
can be an intimidating proposition. But, if you are up to the
challenge, the "no hose" option is an empowering wardrobe
choice.
- Attractive, bare
legs must be tanned, waxed, and moisturized. If you prefer
to use a self-tanning lotion, be sure to select one that
will not leave your skin with an unnatural "orange" tint.
- Toes must be
freshly manicured and free of all hair and corns.
- Heels must be
soft and free of calluses.
- Feet must have
no bunions, and legs must have no varicose veins.
- Sandals or shoes
should be well-made, and fit your feet perfectly.
The following numerous pitfalls should be
observed: pale legs with apparent shaving stubble, dry or rough
skin on your legs or feet, crooked toes, crusty heels, or
worn-out footwear. Also keep in mind the fact that the
perspiration which normally would be collected by your hosiery,
now will be absorbed by your shoes, thus making your shoes wear
out faster. (This is especially true with closed-toe shoes.)
Any of the above
detractors will draw attention away from your agenda that day
and toward your unsightly bare legs and feet.
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What is
the best image in the workplace?
In a business
environment, the best advice is to wear hosiery with your
closed-toe shoes.
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What are trendy colors?
Trendy colors are in
stores for one or two seasons. They are the most expensive
clothes consideration because a trendy color will look dated
very soon. Once they disappear from stores, they seldom will
appear in public. Remember kelly green, avocado green, and
mustard yellow. Classic colors tend to be dark and/or neutral
such as navy blue, charcoal grey, black, beige, white and ivory.
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How do I deal with
thinking "I cannot afford the 'good stuff', but I can afford
lots of 'cheap stuff'?"
or
How do I remind myself that
well-made, thoughtfully selected clothing ~ in the long run ~
actually will be less expensive than cheaper, faddish outfits?
Pay a visit to some
high-end shops ~ or departments within stores where you already
shop ~ and take some time to familiarize yourself with examples
of higher quality clothing. Discover the difference between
labels, fabrics, and colors. Try on some of the better quality
clothes, even if you do not plan to purchase them. Notice the
difference between the high-end products and their
less-expensive counterparts. Plan to add quality items to your
wardrobe. I have never of heard of placing a negative-ion
generator in a closet before, please explain. Negative-ion
generators now come in small enough sizes they can hang from
your closet rods. Their purpose is to purify the closet air and
your clothes of the stuff you bring back home with you when you
normally out and about in your daily routine such as: car
pollutants, air-borne allergens, smoke, pet dander, and pollen.
The negative-ion generator neutralizes body odors and stale,
lingering smells. They run silently pulling the particles out of
the air, onto metal collection plates that you wipe clean with a
wet cloth. It is very helpful for people who have allergies.
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I exercise on a
regular basis. Where do my workout clothes best fit in my
closet-boutique?
Keep them in your
entry hall closet along with coats, hats, woolen scarves,
athletic equipment, backpacks, and totes. It depends on if your
gym clothes are kept in a tote for changing at the gym or if you
change into gym clothes at home.
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Do you have one last tip?
Keep a giveaway box
or container for your ongoing realizations of clothes, shoes,
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