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Day #31 in the PINK – What I learned In the PINK!

October 31, 2009 By Leave a Comment

31 Days in th PINK

Interestingly enough, this little “project” of mine started out quite simply enough (don’t they all) and I am the one that has grown from it.

I started the month with inspiration because of how breast cancer has touched not only my life but so many of us.  Well intended, I wanted to show you how to wear color and build color into your life because I know how important it is.

Two things I want to leave you with:

Your donation to any “non-profit” has a huge impact but make sure that it is well placed by doing your research on the organization.  Some organizations are better at managing their money and therefore more funds are distributed to the proper parties.  Click here to see some of the websites I followed this month.  Breast Cancer Websites

The top 10 Things I Learned About Myself in the PINK!

  1. Many Days I found myself BORING
  2. Don’t dismiss ANY store as an opportunity for your wardrobe (I gave myself  permission to shop in places I never would have dreamed to have shopped just to see if they had any PINK.
  3. My favorite colors ended up being the colors I took a chance on. (fuchsia and deep salmon PINK)
  4. Variety was key (sweaters, tanks, T’s, shirts, bloused, etc)
  5. When I had more accessories I didn’t always “feel” so PINK
  6. I WON’T wear 3.5 – 4″ stilettos (bought a pair of pink suede and sent them back)
  7. DON’T select a color for the season until you see what is “ON TREND”
  8. Makeup is important too!  (I didn’t have enough PINK makeup in a shade that was complementary)
  9. A PINK handbag would have worked wonders as would a PINK belt
  10. I’m not as smart as I thought I was!

I’m glad that I can now begin to wear my favorite color  blue (tomorrow) but I think the best thing that I have taken away from this project is making myself work it.  As Tim Gunn would say “make it work”.

I do have some pink in my wardrobe now but the pinks that I like the very best are the more vibrant, deeper shades NOT the soft shades.  Can anyone say CONSIGNMENT?  Don’t forget your mammograms and if you are interested in helping others, why not Volunteer ?

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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.
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Day #30 in the PINK-Tights and Tutus?

October 30, 2009 By Leave a Comment

O.k., I must confess, I tried to wear these PINK tights today and I just can’t do it.  I can’t quite pull it off without looking too Halloween.  Wait, maybe tomorrow.  Yea, we’ll see! 

 I went shopping yesterday to see what was “out there” in the next round of designer inspiration and much as I said this week, if you see it, like it you’d better buy it…..is so very true.

I have been on the prowl for 3 years for the perfect pair of winter white wool flannel slacks.  Not white, not off white, not cream, not beige but true winter white.  I finally found them and saw a beautiful off white flannel skirt as well.  I tried to find a skirt in my size and poof it was G-O-N-E….No stores have it anywhere in the country in my size and there was only 1 size period!  Feeling panicked, I quickly ordered the slacks because they were not in the store either. Now I just hope they fit when they arrive.

TGIF!  Last Friday in the PINK!  I can’t believe that I’ve worn one “color” for an entire month. (well, one more day to go).  It has been a challenge to be  creative but I have learned so much in doing so.  Color is a powerful component in our daily lives and the power that PINK has on everyone is energetic and powerful yet feminine and subtle.

So here’s to your health and well-being, here’s to PINK and here’s to Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  I hope that you have enjoyed the journey and focused a little more on your personal health this month.  If not, you have 1 MORE Day to take that first step toward your own personal awareness. Tomorrow, I’m going to share with you the TOP 10 Reasons to Wear Color, Use Color, Build your Wardrobe in Color and what exactly I have learned while in the PINK!

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Day #29 in the PINK-What I Know to be True

October 29, 2009 By Leave a Comment

PinkTie I’m going to DO IT today!  I”m going to wear a white shirt with this pink stripe tie!  Put it on with my jeans and see what happens!  Ha! I only have 2 more days in the PINK and the last 2 are going to be OUT THERE! Friday I may even wear my HOT PINK tights! 

  Last night my brother (the oldest one) called.  He lives both in Germany and South Carolina.  He is an engineer, a “geek” my dad would say.  It made me think of all the different personalities in the 6 children in my family-in every one’s family.  Each person is unique and unlike anyone else.  There may be similarities in likes and dislikes but all of us are whole and unique individuals.

When I have people attend Style Camp my ultimate goal is for them to begin to recapture who they were as a child.  For us to understand our style personality we have to dig deep and know who we are.  Yes, I want to be feminine, sexy, sporty, dramatic, classic, traditional and trendy sometimes.  I want for you to be all those things.  Most importantly, I want you to know HOW to be those things within your core personality. 

So, tell me, who were you when you were a little girl?  Were you a “tomboy”?  Did you play dress up and wear those plastic high heels?  Think about your youngest memories as a child and let yourself rediscover that inner style.  This I know to be true…if you can let that girl come out, you will discover who you really are and begin the journey of a great style to last a lifetime!

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Day #28 in the PINK-See It-Like It-Buy It

October 28, 2009 By Leave a Comment

Pink Stripe3 More Days in the PINK!  It’s my PINK stripe one more time.   I was thinking about what is happening with many of the retail stores today and  I don’t know if you have been paying attention to marketing trends. 

I think we all would agree that sales are out there.  What I am noticing is the way the sales are being conducted.  Retailers are getting really savvy in the pursuit of your dollars with how they are introducing new products. 

They are following what I like to call the “Target” methodology of fashion introduction.  Several years ago the retail giant Target begain introducing new fashion designers to the market in short, focused efforts.  They would give a relatively unknown new designer financial support and a goal of 6 weeks to market.  Their product would then be in the market place for a mere 6 weeks and poof – gone!

I want you to notice what is happening with the larger stores.  Yes, Macy’s, Kohl’s, Penny’s, etc are all doing this too, but the ones that I think are really hitting the mark are the re-designed Ann Taylor, Talbot’s, and Coldwater Creek Stores.  They are focused in short snippets.  Talbot’s removed men’s and children’s market from their brand and Ann Taylor is back to it’s roots as well.

This is the shape of things to come, and not a moment too soon for me.  No longer will we look like robots buying the same things at the same stores.  Creativity and uniqueness are in vogue; boutiques will begin to become popular again.  The moral of the story is this:  if you see it and like it now, buy it, for tomorrow it may be gone. 

Thanks for following me and don’t forget why I’m PINK!

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Day #27 in the PINK-Civility

October 27, 2009 By Leave a Comment

DSCN19964 more days in the PINK!  A little layering today.  I think I’ll wear my pink tank underneath a shirt and then a sweater on top for some added warmth or maybe my denim jacket. 

Today, I’m off to a new client to work with her on her colors and style.  I was writing this morning how I do love to do this.  It is so much fun to help people discover their colors but really who they are on the inside.  We have a tendency to lose our inner child just a little as we get older and to re-discover that child is so heartening!

I’m reading P.M. Forni’s book called The Civility Solution-What to DO When People Are Rude.   I think that it is interesting the point he makes between focused and unfocused rudeness.  You know we all can be rude at times, so none of us are immune to either sending or received rude behavior.  The difference between focused and unfocused rudeness is the intent. 

Focused rude behavior is mean spirited and it’s sole purpose is to demean and make you feel powerful.  It’s a control thing.  Forni gives the example in his book about a woman who has on white tennis shoes.  How many of us have had the strong desire to step on someone’s new white athletic shoes when we first see them.  I dare say most out there have had a little nudge.  The difference is acting on it.  Domineering, mean spirited people will act on it where as those who are not – won’t.

It has been noted that about 1 million American workers miss work each day simply because of stress.  That stress has been uncovered as being prompted by people issues.  You’ve heard the adage it takes more muscles to frown than to smile!    As we enter the holiday season, let’s try to lean toward focused kindness rather than rude behavior.  Frown and everyone will know what you are up to-smile and people will wonder!  Try it for a day and see how your day ends.

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Day #26 in the PINK-Getting Ready for the Holidays

October 26, 2009 By Leave a Comment

October09Style CampHere’s a picture of the latest Style Camp Graduates!  They were indeed a great group of women. 

But, today is Monday, my last Monday in the PINK.  Hmmm, I don’t have anything PINK to wear for Halloween, I may need to go get a tutu~ Now that’s an idea!  I usually rally for Halloween at the very last minute.  I typically don’t care too much for Halloween.   I think I figured out that it was because once it is over the floodgates open and the fast pace of the holidays begin.

Have you heard the news?  The economy is turning around!  That is great news, especially as we near the Thanksgiving and Christmas.  For some of us it will take a little longer to recover than others.  So while you begin to dream of turkey and dressing, sugar plums and presents under the tree get yourself ready for the holiday’s in style. 

Remember 3 words:  fur, bling, and glitz.  My friend Kyle Young with Multi-Tasking Woman.com is launching the 12 Ways of Christmas.   Helping you Launch Your Holidays, and not just enjoy the holidays but thrive is her goal. 

Be sure to sign up for her free online newsletter today and receive all the latest tips, tricks and sanity-saving strategies for the holidays.  5 More Days in the PINK.

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Day #25 in the PINK-Success is Imminent!

October 25, 2009 By Leave a Comment

PinkTieA chill is back in the air and I’m glad.  All of my “summer” PINK things are now in the laundry so the only thing I have to wear is my PINK Cashmere turtleneck.  It works for today, happily.  I told my son that I wanted to take a picture of him because he was wearing a PINK and white stripe tie today.  I thought that perhaps it was for me, but alas he has already taken it off-so a picture of the tie will have to do! 

You know, I may have to borrow this tie this week.  I think it might just be the creative surge I need to end the month with!

Yesterday we had 7 people ladies participate in the last Style Camp of 2009.  They were energetic and really showed a passion for learning what NOT to do.  They made some personal goals to start with, just small achievable ones- 30-60-90 day goals!  Success is imminent for them.  If you missed the opportunity this season to join us, no worries, we’re adding more fun things in 2010. 

My goal will be to help you with your STYLE in many ways.  For now, sit back relax and begin to settle in for a long winter!  You know they say it’s going to be a hard one.  So get your woolies out and go clear your closet of all the clutter.  Free your mind and space for wonderful things to come

 

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Day #24 in the PINK-The Atl Breast Cancer Walk!

October 24, 2009 By Leave a Comment

We are rounding the corner and only 7 more days left  of my month in the PINK.  I must confess, I am getting weary of trying to “make it work” as Tim Gunn would say.  It’s Style Camp Saturday and I am in the pink but I just had to share this photo with you!

 On FaceBook today I saw that the Breast Cancer Site was showing the winners of their photo contest.  Each week they are announcing winners of the photo contest. 

Please check the site out and clck on the link to donate free mammograms.  IT’S Free and donates mammograms to low income, inner city and minoriy women.  The Breast Cancer Site

 Thanks for following me and supporting me being in the PINK all month long!  I can’t wait to post some photos of my friends who are spending their weekend walking for a cure!  There are so many ways for you to help and it’s easy-it’s even free why not browse now!

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Day #23 in the PINK-History in the Pink!

October 23, 2009 By Leave a Comment

I have a good friend and colleague Cheryl Lampard from Style Matters International that corresponds with me regularly.  Recently, in one of her newsletters she posted some great facts about Breast Cancer Awareness that I thought you might find interesting.

Yes, I’m in PINK today but nothing “new” so I thought this would be more interesting!  Isn’t it amazing what the force of the human spirit can do!   Check out this free MP3  song called Celebrate My Life by Candy West.

  1. 1974 First Lady Betty Ford spoke candidly about her breast cancer
  2. 1985 National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is launched
  4. 1992 Estee Lauder begins the era of the pink ribbons (as of 2009, 85 million will have been distributed)
  5. 1992 AVON launches a crusade in the UK
  6. 2005 Delta Airlines paints a 757 Pink (since then this plane has flown over 3 million miles)
  7. 2009 NFL Teams done pink shoes in honor/support of October Breast Cancer Awareness Month

I love the indominable spirit of all those whose passion is to find a cure-for any cancer.  It is gratifying to know that we can do this…Together we can!

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Day #22 in the PINK-Dressing Up Adds Up

October 22, 2009 By Leave a Comment

I’m writing this on Wednesday night. Going to have to plan early what I’ll wear tomorrow.  I have a full day workshop to a group of women.  Do you think they will understand my PINK?  I hope so.  Maybe it will inspire some creative thinking about COLOR!

Here’s today!  DSCN1972As I have been working through the month of PINK, I have run into several women who tell me that they don’t have to “dress” for work.  All I want to say is “don’t you WANT to dress for work?” 

What does “dressing for work” mean to you?  Does is mean weekend wear?  Does it mean a pair of khakis and a shirt.  What does dressing mean to you?  Don’t you want to feel like you are “dressed for work”.  Remembering when I first started in the working world I was so excited to begin to “dress up” like I was going to work.  It made me feel important.

I have often wondered over the past 20 years or so since business casual has come into play whether or not people have felt that their jobs are very important.  I also wonder if the productivity of workers has declined since they do not “dress for work” anymore…..I wonder…….

I cannot tell you how excited I am to be “dressing up” for work again.  I truly feel that dressing up adds up and I hope you do to! 

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