Blog: personal appearance

In the public sphere what you say, what you do, and how you look, determine if people will trust you. These aspects all stem from who you are. In essence, who you are is the building block of your personal brand. There are many very good reasons why you should create a powerful personal brand.…

When it comes to creating a look that complements your body and illuminates your signature style, it’s important to understand the style elements and details of a garment. Understanding aspects of a garment’s style like fabric, texture, prints and patterns, as well as their combination, can help you recognize:   When an outfit looks pulled…

Wondering what the perfect length is for your tops and bottoms? Your vertical proportions are essential to help determine what the appropriate length of clothing is for your body type. There are three main female vertical body proportions: short legs and a long body, a balanced body, and long legs and a short body. Once…

The early 90’s era of statuesque models like Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista, and Kate Moss shepherded in an obsession with rail-thin, waif-like body types. Soon enough voluptuous goddess-like Victoria’s secret angels followed the supermodel era, only to be superseded by the onslaught of picture-perfect, air-brushed social media vixens that saturated social networks and T.V shows.…

The strong influence of workplace attire makes understanding the professional dress code a crucial tool for navigating your career and business life. Regardless of whether you are dressing for professional photos, a zoom call, or an actual meeting, it’s important to understand the four main classifications of professional workplace attire: business formal, business professional, business…

Most entrepreneurs emphasize effective communication because we all know that the words we speak are responsible for conveying the impact we desire. Therefore, most business professionals choose their words carefully, come prepared to meetings with preconceived concepts and ideas, and use communication that is appropriate for both their environment and their audience. While the words…

You Have 29 Seconds To Make An Impact In A First Impression. Here’s How To Do It Right!   Your image is a powerful tool that you can use to influence how you feel about yourself…and also how others feel about you. When your style accurately reflects who you are and highlights your best features,…

Every solid and long-lasting structure needs an unshakable foundation. Whether you are looking to build a new house, a new chapter in your life, or reach new heights in your business, what you do today will impact your results tomorrow. How do you know you are taking the right action steps right now, to succeed…

The time of year has arrived when party invitations seem to appear in your mailbox every other day. In addition to figuring out transportation for the celebration and what hostess gift to bring, you’ll also need to pick out an outfit. Even when the invitation doesn’t directly tell you how to dress, you can let…

Everyone knows that budgeting is a key element to being financially secure, but many mistakenly view a budget as a hindrance or limiting device instead of what it really is – an enabler. That’s right… your budget is a enabling tool to have and love the things you need and want, including your ideal wardrobe.…