8 Mar, 2011
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This special report is a compilation of 8 years of private consultations with my male clients. It covers their most commonly asked questions with succinct and easy to implement ideas and advice. It also includes a list of the 18 essential wardrobe elements that every well-dressed man should have within his closet.
Topics within this report include:
• Men’s 18 Essential Wardrobe Elements
• How to Select the Perfect Suit
• Choosing Your Perfect Shirt Collar Shape
• How to Become a Sharp Dressed Man
• Frequently Asked Fashion Questions
16 Feb, 2011
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Challenge:
This client has spent the past year seeking employment and after a long search, was able to secure a new job. Yippee! But after being laid off for such a long time, she did not have any clothes for hew new position. Additionally, her new employment is a much more casual atmosphere than her last ‘suit’ wearing job.
Solution:
We found many separates that could be combined with various suit elements. Mixing and matching suit pieces provided a great assortment of new outfits. This allowed her a great deal of flexibility and kept her new wardrobe on a budget.
As you can see, she can be completely casual with simply a blouse and pants or if she wants to step it up a notch, she adds a jacket from one of her suits. She can switch shoes and wear the same blouse with the skirt which came with the suit another day.
Now she has a comprehensive wardrobe that was created on a shoestring budget and can add a suit or two to increase her wardrobe elements as she gets paid in her new position.
PS As an aside, take a look at how much better flair jeans are for her silhouette compared to her original straight leg jeans.
12 Jan, 2011
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Situation: This client had just graduated from college and was beginning her first job search quest.
Challenge: Her college clothes were worn out and not interview appropriate. Her black shoes and slacks left over from her waitress job were not going to create a great first impression. Our budget was limited and we needed to find enough clothes to wear during first and second interviews if necessary. Also my goal was to find enough coordinates so that she would have enough wardrobe variations to last through her first week or two on the job or until she received her first paycheck.
Her plus size stature made it difficult for her to find clothes that she thought would look good on her body. She did not feel confidant that she could find a suit that did not make her appear old and dowdy. I did not want to put her in black head to toe and was happy to find a nice brown jacket which really highlighted her green eyes. After all, she is only 22!
Solution: I was able to find her a few separates that all worked together to create 5 different outfits. We ended up with this great pair of black shoes, 2 pairs of slacks, one skirt, 3 shirts and 2 jackets. She was amazed that we could find so many pieces that all worked together and even fit!
I always recommend that my clients wear their jacket buttoned as they enter the interview meeting and every time they enter a room. A buttoned jacket makes the outfit look more ‘put together’ and sharp with minimal effort.
A side note: She received a gift certificate for my services as a graduation present from her step mother. We started by working together on her goals for a full time job and career using the What Color is My Parachute Book to help her determine her skills and passions. After this session, she had more insight onto the type of jobs she wanted to pursue.
The second part of her present was a Macy’s gift card which we used to purchase the clothes which she needed to pursue her career dreams.
What an incredibly thoughtful and life improving gift!
10 Jan, 2011
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Situation:
This client has spent over a year seeking employment with no income. After such a long search, was able to secure a new job. Yippee! But after being laid off for such a long time, she did not have any clothes for hew new position. Additionally, her new employment is a much more casual atmosphere than her last ‘suit’ wearing job.
Solution:
We found many separates that could be combined with various suit elements. Mixing and matching suit pieces provided a great assortment of new outfits. This allowed her a great deal of flexibility and kept her new wardrobe on a budget.
As you can see, she can be completely casual with simply a blouse and pants, or if she wants to step it up a notch, she can add a jacket from one of her suits. She can also switch shoes and wear the same blouse with the skirt that came with the suit another day.
Dark jeans are the best secret weapon you can add to your wardrobe. They can be dressed up or down depending on whatever you pair them with. From work to play, they go the whole way much better than faded or washed jeans.
Here in Southern California, when paired with a nice suit coat, they are often seen as the new suit for men.
Now my client has a comprehensive wardrobe that was created on a shoestring budget. She will be able to add a new suit or two to increase her wardrobe elements as she gets paid in her new position. Congratulations!
