If you are like most people, there are items in your closet that you have a love-hate relationship with. You know… those soft, comfy, clothes you just love to put on. Maybe they are colorful and make you feel beautiful. They just feel like YOU when you put them on. Save that visual! Say to yourself this season will be different!
Then there are those pieces that make you feel ah, not so good. You have to wear extra special under garments with them to even slip them on and can’t wait to peel them off when you get home. I love Spanx but I have this visual of a sausage in a casing when I am getting ready to release my loins after wearing them! You may event tug and pull all day long to keep them in the right place. Or maybe you bought Hollywood Tape instead! They whisker, gape, pull, and are stretched at the seam. I just want to know ONE thing:
“What are they doing in your closet?”
Give them AND you the freedom they want and you need by releasing them from your clutches and your closet. They do not belong to you! I want you to L-O-V-E everything in your closet. I want you to be able to wear 100% of your clothes 100% of the time.
We are at a turning point in the seasons. It is time to make some changes. You have the opportunity to start fresh with a new eye for style. Check out these 5 tips to make sure you are in style, on trend and loving everything in your closet.
- Gray is the new black. A gray pantsuit will take you anywhere you need to go. Keep it simple and free of excessive embellishments. Buy the best quality you can afford. (Bonus Tip: Split the jacket and slacks up in your closet and you will wear them separately-it’s o.k.!)
- Dreses are all the rage right now. I have said it for 2 seasons now, please go out and get a dress. Styles are plentiful and there is a style made for your body. As with your suit, keep it neutral (black, dark navy, brown, etc.) A dress is one of the most versatile pieces you can own. Dress it up for a special event or wear it to work with a blazer. Either way you go, you can’t go wrong with a simple dress. (Bonus Tip: The right dress will hide a multitude of sins!)
- Boyfriend jackets and long “boyfriend” sweaters top the trends this fall. They are called “boyfreind” because they are looser and a bit oversized. It looks like your “boyfriend’s” jacket. Choose a cardigan over a jacket for ultimate versatility make sure you can wear it with your dress and slacks and you have built a wonderful ensemble. It’s all about shape now. Don’t get them too oversized. Shape doesn’t mean tight or body hugging. Think body conforming and following the natural curves of your body. It’s trendy, it’s stylish and it will make you feel less bulky. (Bonus Tip: Make sure you get it in a solid color that will work back to your dress and gray suit).
- Belts, belts and more belts. We’ve seen it with the First lady; they come in wide medium and skinny widths. If you don’t have much space between your bust and waistline, opt for a skinny belt. Even a chain belt will give you a cinch and be “on trend”. Belts this season are studded, furry, punched with spikes, grommets and more. Here’s one place you can go for some edge and show your stuff. (Bonus Tip: Wear your belt outside of your boyfriend jacket or sweater topping your dress or slacks for a trendy look)
- Accessories are hot and fun. It’s not just bracelets and belts anymore. Accessories this season are focused on statement rings, an oversized cuff, huge cocktail rings, statement necklace, even a fur or feather collar. It is no longer “cool” to be wearing designer labels everywhere. Mix and match your baubles but don’t overdo it. Make a statement with one oversized piece or find a piece that you love and it can be your “signature” piece for the season.
And as always remember to:
“Look good, feel great and have fun doing it!”
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Posted by: Karen Hughes, Founder of Image Assets, an Image Consulting Firm serving the Alpharetta and Metro Atlanta areas. As a seasoned certified image consultant, Karen follows a simple philosophy: educate, empower, and enrich the lives of her clients. Her philosophy is enmeshed throughout her practice and can be observed in her workshops, clinics, and one-on-one consultations. Her energetic and interactive style makes her a sought-after training resource for organizations and individuals alike. Even the most difficult topics seem effortless for Karen as she tackles such challenges as professional etiquette, business dress personal image and body shape.
