Seven days to feeling sassy and confident!

I am always up for a challenge and since starting my journey as a stylist I was curious.
I was curious to see "Would I get treated differently if I dressed well?" What I mean
by that is that I took more time to take care of myself and more and selective on
what I wore. The challenge was to kick it up the notch.

I feel that our appearance shouldn't matter and that we have become a superficial society.
It's more than looks and how we dress or is it? Do we treat people people
differently than those that don't?

The beginning of the week went well since I had quite a bit of selection from
my closet to wear but as the end came near this challenge became a "challenge!!!
I was struggling trying to find cute and fun outfits and while I like playing dress up
this is a lot of work. The challenge started to feel like a "challenge!!"

I purposefully put myself in situations ex: asking for help at a store, interacting
more with people engaging in conversation. The challenge ended thankfully
and I did get treated differently. What a week it was!!!

Did it work? Sure did. Try the challenge. Since then I've kept it up and I
feel great! How about you are you up for a challenge?

Stand out from the crowd

Every season fashion styles change & so do we and just when you think you have your
"personal style" licked it changes. It's overwhelming to keep up with latest trends and
being able to afford to "fit in". I am guilty of buying every latest magazine flipping through
and adding to my wish list. Is it necessary to put all that pressure to look a certain way?
My motto is wear what you love. There are classic pieces that never go out of style and
are timeless. You can not go wrong with a white blouse black trousers and a pencil skirt.

The fun begins when you experiment with accessories. Let the inner artist within you explore
different options to dress up what you already own. It's that simple. My adding a scarf a new
belt in a splash of color will set you apart from others. You are amazing on the inside now let's
match that on the outside.

When it comes to fashion there are no golden rules to follow. Your message to the world is YOU.
How are you showing up? Are sending the right one?

As a creative spirit I rarely follow the rules when it comes to fashion. I dress for how I feel.
As a stylist the norm is to present yourself in a suit. I tend to differ. I am not comfortable and
feel restrained and by my facial reaction you would tell. I am a jeans girl....very simple with a
little twist. Now with that being said I most likely stand out.

Trust your intuition and have fun with your clothes try different options it's all in the imagination.

Can an Image Expert help ME?

I love dressing for my "clothes moods" and mixing and matching my wardrobe to create unique
looks for my lifestyle. I am passionate about helping you become more confident by changing what you wear, what to buy and how it makes you feel.

Your skeptical self may be shouting..."Bet she can't do that for me...but!

I bet I can because of regardless of your shape, size, age or budget it's all about style tricks,
 optical illusions & confidence that will make you look and feel fabulous.

My guarantee to you is that I will....

*be honest & sensitive at times
*share style tricks that work instantly
*show you what works and what doesn't
*save you time and money
*help you develop your own personal style

Are you desperately seeking a new look and don't know where to start?

Have you started a new career and want to spruce up your image?

So if you are in a rut and want to break free let's get together.

"With the right wardrobe everyone can be beautiful."

The Shoe is on the other foot

Now it's my turn. I had the opportunity to apply for a position with the eWomen Network in my city.

Soon after I received an invitation to attend the Toronto event for the eWomen Network which over a
hundred women were invited. I was so excited to attend but the first thought came to mind was not
how many business cards I bring or what briefcase it was "What do I wear?"

I am a firm believer in making a first good impression. It's the whole package from your hair style,
make-up your choice of perfume and how current your style is. I feel I did well and met some
amazing women entrepreneurs. My goal was to be myself smile and engage in conversation with others.
 I kept good eye contact and stayed away from the appetizer table even though I was starving.

You might be wondering so what is the problem? There wasn't.  Even though I am an image expert for entrepreneurs I get nervous and intimidated too in how I present myself. I've had an interview and
 the recruiter shared that she wanted to see a picture of me. We talked over the phone but yet she felt it was important to have a visual of my appearance. My impression that I left with the ladies in Toronto is making the decision whether I will have the position. It's the reality. Yes my work experience is a factor but if I hadn't taken the time and effort to put my best foot forward what kind of impression could I have left?

People assume and come up with their own conclusions. It's unfortunate but it's true. Do you make the time and effort in putting yourself together? Are you in such a hurry you throw something on and hope your skills win people over? Make the decision to try harder re-evaluate your wardrobe.

 Are the clothes you currently own sending the right message? If not it's time for a change.