Polished People = A Trusted Brand
Have you heard the saying: “It’s the little things in life that mean so much?” This thought requires us to take a step back and really think about the little details and events that have occurred in our lives. [Read more…] about Five Tips to Rock a Pocket Square for the Holidays
How many of you walk into your closet brimming with clothing and say with exasperation “I have nothing to wear!” As a Stylist it is my job to find treasures in your wardrobe and discard those items that hold you back. Fall is the time for renewal. Let’s all adopt the “less is more” mantra. Having fewer pieces in your wardrobe that truly work for your body type is so much more important than having a wardrobe filled with the latest trends or even fashions from 3 seasons ago that just do not work.
Many clients ask me two key questions:
Welcome to June! We are on the cusp of summer and we all know what that means – the beach! Sultry sun, sand sifting through our toes, jaunts in the ocean all enhanced by that fabulous swimsuit! Did I really say fabulous? I did! If you have not purchased your season’s swimsuit yet, this is the article for you! By the way, don’t wait too much longer to make this purchase. By the time you hit the stores quantities and sizes will be limited!
Understanding your body shape helps to narrow the selection process. Here are some of my tips for bathing suit shopping based on body shape: [Read more…] about Tips to Finding the Right Swimsuit for you Body Type
I recently facilitated a lively workshop where I spoke to several women about the importance of understanding our body types to dress for success. We have no more than 7 seconds to make a great first impression – how we present ourselves nonverbally sets the tone for victory.
Before we jumped into the second part of my workshop, fun with accessories, I educated the attendees about body shapes and ideas on how to select the right clothing item to enhance her silhouette. Although each woman has her own unique body shape, we all typically fall into one of four primary categories: Triangle (smaller shoulders, wider hips –sometimes referred to as pair shaped), Inverted Triangle (broad shoulders with small hips and thin legs), Rectangle (no defined waist, shoulders and hips same width apart), Hourglass (shoulders & hips align with a clearly defined waist – think Marilyn Monroe!). The hourglass is the most balanced shape. The goal for the other shapes is to select pieces that create visual alignment. [Read more…] about How to Make a Statement With Accessories
Most people would describe me as a go-getter! My motto, “why wait when I can get it done today” carries me through my career, motherhood as well as my volunteer work. There is one nemesis that puts a kink in my mojo – that is laundry! Oh the gathering from multiple rooms, the sorting, the stain treating, the folding and then the putting away – for whatever reasons this task just exhausts me!
My only caveat to this daunting chore is I know the end result, properly cleaned clothing, protects and elongates my investment. We invest in stocks, retirement plans, college savings plans, we should also consider our wardrobes as an important investment too. Our clothing is a key component to establishing business or casual relationships. Our clothing emanates signs of personality, detail and care for oneself.
Crisp, ironed shirts paired with stylish slacks or jeans sends a completely different message than that same person wearing his/her shirt wrinkled with stains and unkempt slacks. How you would perceive each look? The first look as someone who pays attention to detail and has confidence versus that latter as someone lacking confidence and possibly lazy.
Here are some of my top tips to caring for your clothing:
Tip: A way to test for “bleeding” is to dampen one area of the article in question. Take a cotton ball and rub it over the wet spot and see if the color transfers. If it does – wash separately or risk turning your wardrobe back in time to the 1960’s!
Tip: Be Aware – Keep an eye out for a label that says “Spot Clean Only” usually found in high-end, handmade or delicate lace items. This means you only clean specific areas of the garment. Most dry-cleaners will not attempt to clean this type of garment as it can leave a spot or a stain on the treated area. So purchase cautiously.
Tip: Acidic Stains such as fruit juice or wine need the same treatment as oil. Try “Wine Away” found at The Savory Grape in East Greenwich, RI. Patrick Barberet, Manager of The Savory Grape told me this product has also worked in removing an ink stain. There is also a handy “to-go” Wine Away kit. So enjoy your next glass of Merlot, worry free!
Care for your clothing like you would your investments. Each helps you to build your future.
I had so much fun recapping the fantastics creations of this season’s Styleweek! Click here to read the full recap! While you are at it, check out the next article “How Much is Too Much” The Do’s and Don’ts of Showing Too Much Skin. I had fun styling the models.
Photos by: Valencio Small