‘Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak.’ – (Rachel Zoe) Did you know that the colours, patterns, motifs and designs you're attracted to speak volumes about your inner self, your personality and even your values? They can also give us a clue to what you look like.
Physical Traits of a Feminine Romantic Style Personality
If you are predominantly a feminine romantic style personality chances are you have many, if not all of these physical characteristics:
What do Feminine Romantics love to wear?
Feminine romantic women love, or at least like:
Feminine romantic style personalities:
Of course, these traits do not belong exclusively to this style personality but if you feel that very many of these characteristics do belong to you, it’s likely that you are indeed a feminine romantic style personality. And you are in good company. Famous women who share this style with you include:
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For a man enlisting the services of an image consultant means that he is ready to take the journey of self discovery. The way he looks and thinks about himself and the way he dresses will be forever altered by this journey he undertakes. With the assistance of an expertly trained professional his future shopping experiences will become easier and dressing for any occasion will be more successful. At first many men are astonished by what they don’t know and how much they have to be taught since good grooming goes way further than selecting the correct tie and buying a suit.
These are the things that a fashion image consultation can help men with:
Looking young is a positive attribute in a world which is youth obsessed. However, ‘young’ is a relative adjective. When you’re 18, someone who is 25 is old; when you’re 50, someone 25 is a child; and to an 80 year old, young is anybody not drawing a pension. Generally speaking however, being truly ‘young’ is a fleeting experience. Our real youth passes very quickly. In regards to our physical appearance, it’s the time when our skin is firm, our eyes and hair shine bright with natural colour and radiance, our posture is strong and straight and our face is unmarked by the lines and creases that will come with laughter, anxiety and tears. In terms of stereotypical thinking, youth is synonymous with energy, aspiration, ideas, spontaneity and the future. Age is associated with wisdom, experience, scepticism, entrenched practices and the past. Is it any wonder that many if not most of us aren’t keen on being perceived as ‘old’?
If you want to look youthful i.e. vital, positive, engaged and living in the present, an Image Consultant is a very useful person to have around. Why? Well, for a number of reasons.
An Image Consultant will help you look younger and feel fabulous. They will be an investment in your appearance, your self esteem, your present and your future.
When a man seeks out the services of a fashion image consultant he begins a journey of self discovery.
“A man’s elegance stems from his knowledge of clothes, of how to wear, buy and care for them. It is this awareness that others notice about him: he is no self-aggrandising dandy but a man whose confidence is perfectly balanced by the beauty and suitability of the clothing he wears. We step back and admire the eloquent nonchalance of one who knows the rules and has successfully and joyfully mastered them.” Richard Martin,Curator of the Costume Institute, Metropoliatan Museum of Art.
This journey will alter the way he thinks about himself and how he looks at clothes well into the future. The expert advice of a trained professional will make shopping easier and dressing for any occasion more successful. Many men are initially stunned by how much they don’t know and how much they have to learn because good grooming goes way beyond choosing a tie and buying a suit.
A fashion image consultation for men should include many things:
Many men may think that seeking the services of a fashion image consultant is an exercise in vanity and self aggrandisement. And perhaps for a few it is. Clothes and personal grooming is only one facet of a man’s life, knowing how to maintain perspective and balance is essential. However, there is plenty to learn and much to be gained by investing in the services of a fashion image consultant. After all, when a man knows that he looks good it raises his self esteem and self confidence. He will attract positive attention and positive people. He will dramatically increase his visual credibility and create opportunities in all areas of his life.
Here are just a few reasons why enlisting in the services of professional image consultants can change the way you look, feel and put you on a new path on how to dress and always look absolutely fabulous.
A Colour and Style Image Consultant is a great person to see if you want to update or change your visual appearance. Perhaps you have become a little bored with the reflection you see in the mirror and feel you are in a style rut. You may loath going shopping because you bring home the same old style in the same neutral no-brainer colour…..black!
Why we lose our way with our own style:-
Thankfully these dilemmas can be solved once and for all. By simply engaging the services of a Colour and Style Image Consultant you will be able to achieve your true visual potential.
We are influenced by the likes and dislikes of our parents, friends or partners.
We are not taught about body shape, the dynamics of dress or line and design
Fashion is fickle and constantly changing, telling us one thing and then another are all busy and have less time to shop around for our clothes and accessories
Our lifestyles, personality and values change over time
We experience changes in our financial position
Some develop unreasonable personal expectations
We age and sometimes wonder if it’s OK to wear certain dress styles or accessories
Our body changes shape over time through: childbirth, menopause, illness, old age, weight gain and weight loss
Many of us seem to be unaware of the power of image. Whether you realize it or not the way we dress tells the world many things about about you:
Your personality
By appreciating the messages your clothes are sending out about you and realizing that you are in control of those messages you will have made the first of many important insights that will ultimately help you to reach your personal goals.
People who care about their appearance are seen to be more credible and capable. A well dressed and groomed woman will often be judged as having a higher intelligence and motivation and a higher level of self-esteem and confidence. Wow….and all this from just donning on an outfit!
Whether you realize it or not, you also dress according to how you feel about yourself. If you are lacking in self-confidence you will often dress in clothes that will not attract attention, where a confident person will dress in an attractive and self-edifying manner.
Even more important, right or wrong, when you look good you feel great. So never underestimate the value of great personal presentation.
Because of what we wear and how we present has such a profound effect on how we look and feel and are perceived by others, it is worth considering engaging the services of a Colour and Style consultant as an investment in yourself. Their objective and well trained eye will help you on your discovery to a new and even more fabulous you!
“The world is governed more by appearance than by realities…” Daniel Webster.
In a world where people form opinions about others based on their visual image, it is imperative that we create the best and right impression of ourselves. In mens fashion the same rules apply as to women.Men are flattered by a well fitted suit, it enhances their appearance. The design of a suit strengthens the wearer’s shoulder line, slims his torso and lengthens his leg. It gives the man, presence, authority and confidence. A suit can reflect social standing, professional position and hints at the wearer’s potential to move ahead in life. In the western culture there are strong stereotypical associations connected to the wearing of a suit; these include power, prestige, success and formality.
A professional male will need to own several suits; other men will require only one. So, how much to pay? A suit is a complex garment that requires skilled craftsmanship. A suit less than $300 will have a very limited life span and will look good for a very short time. In this price range, short cuts on manufacturing or fabric must have been taken. For a suit of reasonable life expectancy and quality, one needs to pay something between $500 and $800. Initially, this is an expensive outlay but on the positive side, a classic suit is barely affected by fashion. Over the last 100 years, fashion influences have impacted on basic silhouettes and lapels and not much else. So, the suit a man buys today will look equally good in 7 – 8 years time. What’s to be gained by paying more than $800 for a suit? The quality of the fabric and the craftsmanship will make it a delight to wear. It will give the wearer an almost imperceptible aura that will set him apart from other men. As with almost everything in life, “you get what you pay for” and “you never get more than what you pay for”.
“Mens fashions change very little from season to season. …….the variation is just in the detail, such as the number of buttons on a suit or the breadth of the lapel, which most men wouldn't notice. We want to look reasonably good, but safe - we want to look like we're in charge of ourselves, but have not thought too much about what we're wearing.”
Mark Tungate, author of the bestselling “Fashion Brands”
What is an Image Consultant?
An image consultant is a highly trained professional who combines many roles. They specialise in visual, verbal and non-verbal communication. They assist clients with every aspect of their personal image, visual and otherwise. The job of an image consultant is to maximise the visual and non-visual potential of their client. They are passionate about their work and love working with people.
Their skills and knowledge encompass:
As in most professions, image consultants tend to develop an expertise in one, two or three specific areas. So, if you are looking to use the services of a consultant, be clear in your own mind what you wish to achieve. This will help you to find the professional who will be best suited to your needs.
The Difference between a Stylist and an Image Consultant
The two terms are often substituted, one for the other. However, they are not one in the same. Someone may be a stylist but not an image consultant while most image consultants are stylists. Fashionist would perhaps be a more apt term for someone who styles an individual in the latest trends to create a contemporary look. An image consultant can certainly perform this service but they can do much more. They take a holistic approach to their client in that they involve themselves with the inner and outer personality.
Why Seek Out an Image Consultant?
The hackneyed response to this question is “because image matters”. Social psychologists have long been conducting research into the impact of visual image on a person’s life. Consistently their findings suggest that someone’s appearance has a significant impact socially and professionally. In a fast paced world, many assumptions and impressions about people are formed very quickly using quite limited information. Personal presentation influences other’s perceptions about someone.
In business image can affect the bottom line and it is true for individuals as well.
You may want to learn how to create an effective wardrobe, mix and match garments, look taller, slimmer and youthful, find your dream job, get out of a style rut or reinvent yourself. Whatever your motivation, seeking the services of an image consultant can be a rewarding and fun experience that will have enduring benefits.
BEFORE Photo
There comes a time for many women around the age of forty, when upon glancing in the mirror , they realize the aging process has really kicked in. When did those fine lines around the lips and the slight sagging under the eyes appear? They hadn’t been noticed before, and strangely, though our exterior changes we often feel as young on the inside as we did in our 20’s. So how successful are makeovers to help us look younger?
It is worth noting the ten most common areas for concern for forty plus women (just in case you didn’t know) are:-
Even if we address a few of the above concerns and make some recommendations this will often be enough to make a big difference to how you look.
Hair
Hair can be the first step that makes a major a difference when it comes to makeovers. By the time women are in their forties they have adopted a preferred hairstyle and length. One of the quickest ways to look younger is to cut long hair into a medium or short style. This lifts and rejuvenates the face, elongates the neck and slims the upper body. Combine this with colouring your hair with a shade that harmonises and compliments your natural colouring and you are well on the way to looking younger.
Make-up
One of the most noticeable signs of aging is the brown discolouration of the skin or what we commonly know as “age spots”. The youthful glow of our 20’s and 30’s has long gone and now, more than ever, is the need for a foundation that gives maximum coverage and is perfectly matched to your skin tone to smooth out the complexion. Mascara and subtly applied eyeliner and eyeshadow help define the eyes and draw attention to one of our best features. Lips are well defined and finished with lipstick that enhances skin tone and clothing and finally simply add a gentle flush of colour on the cheeks.
Fashion
It’s easy to become lazy with the way we dress as we age. Life is busy and as we age it becomes harder to find clothes that suit our changing body shape. Be warned as some of your clothes may be making you look older.
The danger list:-
Are some of these things in your wardrobe? What we wear has a dramatic impact on how young or old we appear to be and some styles and colours have the power to make us look instantly older by their association with the elderly. If you are sick and tired of settling for clothes that don’t really do you any justice then it is worth the investment of an Image Consultant.
You’ll be impressed by just how much younger makeovers can make you look when you incorporate the above guidelines.
AFTER Photo
By Michele Gillett
