Advance Planning For A Bathroom Makeover To Prevent From Having Mistakes

By Coy Patrick

Many people have eventually come to the point where they cannot stand their rest room anymore and so comes the feared rest room makeover. Not only is the refresh a little scary due to all the work that is concerned, but also there's generally a lot of money that gets spent. The thing is though ; you can really cut down on the expense and the work with enough careful planning.

Write out all of your plans and decorating concepts, before you just start ripping out the walls or plumbing. This will serve as your guide in order to make certain that you are staying on track. You will want to avoid some common lavatory make-over mistakes. So long as you know what these things are and do your utmost to not make these mistakes, the whole experience should be a pleasant one.

One of the biggest mistakes that people make is they take their crowded loo and make it even more crowded. Setting a wall further back may inspire you to install many things you do not even need or can afford. Avoid this enticement. To avoid this, you want to make a list of all of the things you would like out of your bathroom make-over and number them apropos seriousness. If you run out of room, simply cut off the bottom half of your must have list.

Changing their mind is a typical mistake of homeowners in a lavatory makeover. Plan your rest room details ahead of time. This includes everything from the colour of the tile floor to the colour of the walls. After you address and make a choice on your rest room decorating ideas, you want to leave them be. Changing your decision half-way thru only wastes your time and your money.

Consider the lighting while planning your lavatory make-over. Picking the best lighting is more than simply ensuring that it looks good but rather that it is going to be functional also. Watertight lighting fixtures for the showers are perfect, while you also need to offer you and your family with the right amount of lighting for private grooming.

From the beginning to the finish of your toilet make-over, you need to stick to your intention while making educated calls. If you do you may enjoy your new toilet makeover excitement. Just make sure that you are steering clear of the most common mistakes and you will be fine. - 30291

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How To Have A Powerful Plus Size Appearance

By Erika Chloe

I love fashion, but I have to be honest. I don't like the title of "real women" consistently being associated with plus size women. If you are a woman and you are alive, you are a REAL WOMAN. Size should not be an assumption of "realness".

Nor should it be inferred that all plus size woman are unhealthy. Women who wear size 14 and above like to be fashionable and healthy. We don't have to starve ourselves to fit into a certain image of what women are "supposed" to look like. Nor do we have to hide and sit back on the sidelines waiting for life to happen.

However, being fashionable as a plus size woman can certainly be a challenge. I should know, I wear a size 18! Routinely, we are forced to wear what looks like oversized table clothes or draperies made out of the most horrific fabrics ever!

Or in many cases our choices are limited to simple trousers and matronly blouses that have a tendency to age us. I am here to tell you we don't have to dress like our grandmothers ANYMORE!!

With that said, stores like Lane Bryant, Ashley Stewart and the Avenue, are paying closer attention to the fashion needs of women who are size 14 and above. In addition online stores like Torrid, Carmakoma and Faith21 (a plus size line offered by Forever 21), are catering to plus size women that dress with a more contemporary, trendy and youthful edge. Not to mention, lines created by MonifC, IGIGI and Kiyonna offer more sophisticated looks that can work for every plus size fashionista.

While it is has always been my theory that just because they make it in your size, does not mean you can/should wear it, I believe there are some Fall trends the over size 14 fashionista can wear right now: Boyfriend jeans - check Tuxedo jackets - check Jumpsuits - double check (I have 2!!!) Leggings - check (just make sure they are made in cotton/spandex and are opaque) I personally like the ones from NewportNews.com Bold/Vibrant colors - always a check One shoulder dresses - check (Especially with a dramatic kimono sleeve, LOVES IT!) Capelets - hmmm well, just make sure the proportions are correct for your shape, as you don't want to look like you're wearing a tent! (so NOT cute) Harem pants - definite check, again just pay attention to proportion

Plus size women deserve the chance to look good. Personally I think it's exciting and refreshing that mainstream media and fashion outlets are taking notice of plus size women. Can we say BRAVO to Glamour for photographing and interviewing plus size models for a change! And WELL DONE to Marie Claire for granting a plus size stylist an opportunity to share her views!! I think it's amazing that iconic designers like Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren and Donna Karan are offering more fashion forward looks for plus size women. It is my hope that more contemporary designers will follow suit. We have the platform to reinvent the way women over size 0 are perceived in the world of fashion so I encourage more independent designers to stand up and take notice!

We are encouraged to embrace and celebrate our curves (aka boobs, hips and derrieres!) and we are ready to be dressed! - 30291

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Erika Chloe is New York's premiere Fashion Consultant and CEO of MyImageExperta Fashion Consulting Company with locations in most U.S. cities.

A Makeover for the Manhattan Male

By Erika Chloe

When a man is sure that his Armani suite takes the room by storm or that his Sean John scent is so seductive, it makes the women roar and his smile is so stunning the eyes can't despair. There is a certain point in a man's life when his image and style may need a little adjustment; it takes a real man to admit it and fix it. The New York men's makeover is not all about the outside; it is the inner core that makes the garments look better. If the world can't see how great of a person you are from the inside then, the outside really doesn't matter.

A New York fashion consultant can enhance the inner man as well as the outer man by getting to know four W's including: who, what, when and why. Who is he to himself and his peers? What does his image communicate to others? What is his focus and goals? What is the reason for the image enhancement? When did he feel it was time for a change? Why now? These important questions will help the fashion consultant make him look and feel better about the man he is destine to be.

Individual style is how you can separate the boys from the men. A man's personal style, regardless if he has no style at all, will be incorporate into the new man a fashion consultant will create. A man's favorite color, the way he likes his jeans to lay, a man's favorite actor and how he secretly wants to dress like him is one of the beginning processes into creating a new image and how he wants the world to see him. A New York fashion consultant helps men determine what type of image to project to other people. How he values himself by the colors he chooses and the brands he likes, the way he acts in the garments can show how he feels that day. An image consultant focuses on giving the New York man options. If he is busy business man and is on the go constantly, he needs clothes to accommodate that life as well as his social circles and vacation clothes and clothes he would wear on a first date in order to make a good impression. The New York man has several lives; an image consultant can help enhance them.

Fashion consultants are informative about men's sportswear, formal and urban wear in order to create a variety of different looks to cater to different personalities and lifestyles. By enhancing a New York mans image, it can alter his personality and self confidence while also bringing out the best in hi. His whole entire mood changes because he feels good about his self and how he looks. He is not vain, he is confident. He is not conceited he is humble. The New York man's makeover consist of highly professional stylists and fashion consultants that know how to bring out that X-factor in order for him to get that job or get that love interest or get that promotion; along with great tips on how a man can improve his look, he will be building confidence and courage. That is something you can't purchase in stores.

A fashion consultant also teaches the New York man how to shop by knowing what timeless items to get and knowing when to take advantage of a great sale at Neiman Marcus over H&M. This will help him expand his closet. H&M will always have great bargains but, you have to catch Saks fifth and Neiman's at a good time for great clothes at a great price. All men know that you can never have enough underwear, socks and original tee's but, that also applies with gray, black, navy tailored pants, relaxed jeans, dressed to casual shoes and great button-up shirts that can create hundreds of outfits with the pieces you already own. A New York Fashion Consultant helps people get the right items that will help their pockets, enhance their style and expand their closet and match new pieces with pieces they already own. - 30291

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Erika Chloe is New York's premiere Fashion Consultant and CEO of MyImageExperta Fashion Consulting Company with locations in most U.S. cities.

How to Create A Perfect Professional Appearance

By Erika Chloe

When a garment fits you perfectly it looks like a million bucks. It's not what you wear but how you wear it! When you appear attractively dressed, you send a positive powerful personal and professional image. For men the most important item to appear well dressed is the business suit. How do you know when you have a perfectly fitted suit? What should you look for? In order to ensure a suit fits you properly, you should make sure that it makes the proper fit guidelines. A great fitting suit is priceless, so cost doesn't matter but size does!

When you find a nice suit make sure the jacket fits you properly. It is difficult to make adjustments to an "off the rack" suit jacket if it doesn't fit your torso properly. Start with yoke on the suit jacket. The yoke measurement is the space from shoulder to shoulder. There is a seam where the arms are attached to the jacket. This should fall right on the ball of your shoulder bone in order to ensure a perfect fit. If the jacket yoke is too wide, the shoulder pads will stick out and create an oversized look. If the yoke measurement is too small, the jacket will not fit into the arm area properly causing an uncomfortable situation when you try to move your arms. A tailor cannot adjust the yoke measurement on a read made jacket, so make sure it is right before you commit to buy.

The next most important thing to look for in a great suit jacket is the overall width of the jacket. You want to be sure that the jacket is the appropriate length. If it too short, there is no way to add additional length. Make sure the back end comes just below the seat area. The front of the jacket should cover half of the inseam on your suit pants.

Also be sure that the arm length is correct. Sometimes if the arms are " too short, there may be some additional fabric on the sleeve seam that a tailor can "take out". Be sure to check first. The arm length should come to the very end of wrist bone plus an additional ". If the arm is too long, you shouldn't worry. It can be altered to the correct length. When checking the arm length on long sleeves, make sure that the buttons on the sleeve won't interfere with shortening the length. Most "off the rack" jackets have plastic buttons on the sleeve. In most cases a tailor can remove the first button in order to shorten the jacket arm to the right length. Just make sure to ask them to do so if needed.

The chest and waist of your suit jacket should not hug your body but allow you to move comfortably when the jacket is buttoned. Avoid too much fabric; you will look like a flying squirrel. If the chest and wait are too large the jacket will look frumpy and cheap. You are likely to look like you are playing dress up in a larger mans clothing. Make sure it fits well! A good tailor can adjust the waist and chest, but anything more than a few inches is likely to come out butchered and won't match the width of the biceps and forearms. The bicep area on a suit jacket should fit your arm comfortably. If there is too much fabric your jacket will not look firm and fitted next the lapel.

Next you want check the back of the jacket. Look at what type of vents are provided i.e. single vent, no vent, or a double vent. Double vents will make the seat of your jacket very loose and is usually recommended for a heavy set man. A single vent is appropriate for the average body type and will allow enough movement to sit down or fit your seat when your jacket is buttoned. It is rare to find a suit jacket without a vent and you should probably avoid this unless you are rail thin or a very lean man. You will also need to consider the amount of buttons that are on the front of the jacket. A larger size man will need 3 buttons where as a smaller size man will only need 2 buttons. Sometimes one button is acceptable for a man with a leaner torso.

Suit Pants - the most important details that contributes to great fitting pants is the inseam. If your inseam is too short you will know when your pants ride up your crotch or backside. If it's too long, your crotch and seat will be sagging which is never a good look. Check pants length and thigh measurement to make sure there is not a lot of excess fabric. When checking the pant length, make sure you have your shoes on. The waist is not such a big issue as it can be adjusted.

In every corporate office, there is that one guy who stands out because he dresses better than the rest. Every office has one -- he's the guy that looks polished from head to toe, with his designer shoes, stylish tailored suit, and perfectly centered, knotted tie. He might wear a slightly more expensive necktie or suit, but that's not why he looks better than everyone else's. It's because he knows how to put it on properly and takes the necessary time to adjust it and make it look perfect. - 30291

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Erika Chloe is New York's premiere Fashion Consultant and CEO of MyImageExperta Fashion Consulting Company with locations in most U.S. cities.

Why Is Professional Appearance Important?

By Erika Chloe

When you appear well dressed, you send a positive and powerful professional image. When a garment fits you perfectly it looks like a million bucks. Appearance is not about what you wear, but how you wear it! How do you know when you have a perfectly fitted suit?

For men, the most important item to appear well dressed is the business suit. So what should you look for in a great suit? In order to ensure a suit fits you properly, you should make sure that it makes the proper fit guidelines. When a suit fits you properly, nobody will ever notice how much you paid for it. A great fitting suit is priceless, so cost doesn't matter but size does!

It is difficult to make adjustments to an "off the rack" suit jacket if it doesn't fit your torso properly. The pants are not as important because they can always be altered. When you find a nice suit make sure the jacket fits you correctly in all the right places.

Start with yoke on the suit jacket. The yoke measurement is the distance from the left shoulder to the right shoulder. The yoke, it fitted correctly, will fall right on the ball of your shoulder bone. If the yoke measurement is to long, the shoulder pads will not fit the shoulder properly and your jacket will look frumpy and oversized. Keep in mind that even the best tailor can't adjust an oversized yoke.

The next most important thing to look for in a great suit jacket is the length. If your suit jacket is too short then no need to even go any further and just return it to the rack. In order to test the length, make sure the back comes just below the seat of your pants.

The front of the jacket should cover half of the inseam on your suit pants. The waist and chest of your jacket should fit comfortably but not allow a lot of excess fabric. If the chest and wait are too wide for your body, the jacket will look cheap. Make sure it fits well! A good tailor can adjust the waist and chest, but anything more than a few inches is likely to come out butchered and won't match the width of the biceps and forearms. The bicep area on a suit jacket should fit your arm comfortably. If there is too much fabric your jacket will not look firm and fitted next the lapel. - 30291

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Erika Chloe is New York's premiere Fashion Consultant and CEO of MyImageExperta Fashion Consulting Company with locations in most U.S. cities.

Women's Denim Guide - Fashion Consulting

By Erika Chloe

When it comes to fashion, I am the hardest person to shop for. Being a fashion consultant and a fashion designer, I am often disappointed with the clothing options available in retail stores (unless their mine, of course). I often struggle when shopping for pants. I dont have many curves, so it is crucial to emphasize the ones I do have. Fitted pants are a great way to accent my hips but I am only 5'6".

I know when wearing a slimming style, I will need a lengthy heel to elongate my legs and balance my frame. Any woman knows the price you pay for wearing 3 heels, so when I need to give my feet a day off, I go for a wide legged pant. This is great because I can wear a fitted top and accent my top curves (chest) while wearing a comfortable shoe or boot. Wide leg pants are great for pretty much every body type when paired with the right style top! Personal style is clearly not universal, but certain wardrobe items are.

Jeans have become the main item for both male and female wardrobes. It is the denim centerpiece which we build the rest of our outfit around. Ten years ago, it was once unheard of to wear denim to a formal event, whereas these days, you are more likely to see people dressed up in a crisp pair of skinny, boot cut, straight leg, or wide legged jeans. With so many different denim options to choose from, sometimes it is hard to find an affordable pair that will flatter your figure!

It can be harder for women to find a pair of a jeans that fit them, are affordable, and flatter their assets! A great pair of jeans can easily be found with anot so great price tag. With so many options to choose from, spending $300 on a pair of jeans seems senseless! Many stores like JCPenny and Target cater to the less frivolous shopper. They provide affordable designer jeans at a fraction of the cost. With limitless styles including: cut, color, and name brands, you are sure to find the perfect pair of jeans! Below is a cheat sheet to get you started? Denim guide:

NO MUFFIN TOPS. If you turn into a muffin top when you put them on, put the jeans back. NOW and go up sizes until the effect goes away. Its not the size of the pant that matters, it is the fit! Theres nothing worse than having a ring around the waist effect. It's bad on your skin and cuts off circulation!

NEVER BUY TAPERED JEANS OR MOM JEANS AGAIN, EVER. Especially Mom jeans... they make your private part look like it's the size of the Holland Tunnel. Lee brand is notorious for this out of date style. These pants usually come up to your belly button and well lets just say it is not a flattering look for anyone!

BUY THE CORRECT INSEAM. Jeans should ride all the way down to an inch above the floor, or to the bottom of your heel without shoes on. If you're walking on fabric... the inseam is too long. If we can see socks when you are standing, they are too short and sometimes referred to as, "high-waters". For style reasons, some women's jeans are cut at Capri-length... that's an exception to this rule. When wearing a heel, the entire should not show! Only of the heel on your shoe should show!

CHECK THE MIRROR BEFORE YOU BUY. Girls... the jeans need to NEED to fit your thighs. If you have thick legs, or J-Lo thighs... get the jeans that don't violate rule #1 and make sure they are not tight around the thighs. Girls usually violate this rule and try to get ass/thigh-huggers which cause their shape to deform. Check the mirror before you buy. Your jeans should always fit the widest part of your body first and foremost! No acceptations. Other areas like length and waist can be altered for $5.00

Rules 1, 2, 3 and 4 should be followed until you are 6 feet in the grave. - 30291

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What Does Your Appearance Say About You?

By Erika Chloe

What does Your Image Say about you?

Your image speaks a universal language understood by everyone you interact with. When meeting a new person, you can't help but notice their appearance and how they are put together from head to toe. Nothing is overlooked, and you find yourself sizing them up based on the image they project. What does your image say about you? What statement does you image make to other people? Naturally people want to categorize one another in order to understand and relate to them better. When a fashion consultant or image consultant meets people, their analysis goes deeper than surface level communication and projected appearance. They may be thinking - this woman would look amazing if her dress were a size bigger or this guy's whole outfit looks great, if only I could pick out some new shoes and a tie for him! A fashion consultant or image consultant specializes in styling individuals in all areas of fashion and self presentation. They are meticulous in the way they present themselves and help others to be the same. It is overwhelming for a fashion consultant to walk down the street because they contemplate every outfit they see to determine what could be done differently. They are not judging the individual but the clothing choices they have made and how it affects their body and image. People naturally notice your clothing selections and how your project yourself. Whether personally or professionally, your image should make a clear statement that supports your goals, personality and lifestyle.

The key to being a fashion consultant is to see past what people are wearing and have an in-depth understanding of their personalities. A fashion consultant or image consultant should also understand the personal and professional goals of any individual client so that they can formulate a positive image to help them achieve their goals. Although image has a lot to do with fashionable choices, it is more important that your garments fit perfectly, both physically and metaphysically. People should project themselves in a way that is comfortable and never adhere to a look just because it's trendy! Your garments should flatter your individual body shape and flatter your figure. An image consultant can help you understand your body structure and teach you how to use certain garments to alter your appearance. Let's face it; we are never happy with what we have and always looking for ways to change. Change is good, and can be a powerful tool in how we present ourselves.

There is no doubt that shopping can be frustrating. A fashion consultant knows how to navigate stores and brands in order to find the right styles for their clients. They are informative about textures, textiles, color, style, drape, and overall fit. This helps in deciding what brands cater to your individual style and shape. Sometimes people struggle with finding garments that have the right measurements and cuts. Tall people struggle with length issues while plus sizes may struggle with finding stylish garments. Knowing where to go to shop takes the frustration out of walking in and out of over a dozen of stores. Your image should always include well fitted and flattering clothing choices suitable for your individual needs.

When you meet a business acquaintance or new client, think about what your clothing, hairstyle and make up say about you? Whether you are changing careers, job hunting, or just want to maintain a current look; your overall appearance speaks volumes even when no words have been said. Think about what image you are projecting to your peers, family, friends or the outside world. An image consultant or fashion consultant helps individuals project a positive image that will help you achieve your goals. They provide wardrobe consultations, image consultations, grooming tips, fashion advice, beauty tips, personal shopping and etiquette seminars. Each consultation is customized for the individual client and helps them regain a proper image according to their lifestyle, personality and social activities. The image consultant will determine what changes need to be made in order to successfully implement your new image into your lifestyle. This will allow you to knock the socks off your prospective and existing clients or just provide you with a much needed style upgrade. An image consultant or fashion consultant will recommending clothing brands, and stores suited to your budget and personal preferences. Even subtle changes such as buying a suit in an updated silhouette such as a pencil skirt with a shorter fitted jacket and updated shoes can make a huge impact. The fashion or image consultant acts as your personal shopper and will accompany you on shopping expeditions and suggest updated styles that suit your body type and skin tone.

Another convenient service the consultant provides is to take pictures of your new wardrobe with all of the different outfits put together for you. This is a great tool to manage your new wardrobe and current wardrobe. The look book and photos quickly alleviates any guess work you may have about combining outfits. It helps you to save time and allows you to learn about what style are best matched together. An image consultant or fashion consultant will also go through your closet to recommend what existing clothes can be given up, updated or slightly redesigned to become more exciting. Sometimes outdates garments just needs a simple nip and tuck to update the style and look. Next the consultant will introduce you to trained hair, skin and makeup professionals who will give you advice, for skin improvement. You can then choose the select services you need. You will see your image come together as your wardrobe hair and makeup come together. Your fashion or image consultant help you change manage and maintain your total professional and social image to keep your competitive edge. - 30291

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Erika Chloe is New York's premiere Fashion Consultant and CEO of MyImageExperta Fashion Consulting Company with locations in most U.S. cities.

Sell Yourself.

By Erika Chloe

Sell yourself, buy an Image Consultant.

One's style and image is a very personal and subjective form of expression. One's appearance is a reflection of his/her inner self. While some people may have a natural ability to communicate their inner self through dress and appearance, most need a more objective point of view. This is where the image consultant comes in. With an innate sense of style and knowledge of fashion, the image consultant is able to help his/her client shape their image to parallel their aspirations and true self. The image consultant does not serve to offer a contrived image; rather he/she assists the client in creating an image that works for them and enhances other's perception of them.

New York City is the capital of fashion in the United States. Every major label is based here in addition to the vast number of independent designers. Shopping here can be very overwhelming and exhausting. Trends come and go faster than anywhere else in the world. Competition is high and the way in which one presents him/herself can make or break a job, a relationship, or any other personal endeavor. Many people are too busy and distracted to put time and effort into their image. Yet appearance in New York is everything. Whether social or professional, your image makes a statement about your personality and lifestyle. People are told to dress for the job they want not the job they have and one who rather overdress than under dress for any occasion. There is a fine line between pulling off a put-together look and looking like you are trying too hard. Understanding the difference will help your image feel natural instead of forced or uncomfortable.

With an image consultant, one can achieve a look that suits them and gains the approval of others, leading to long-term success. The image consultant can create a unique image catered to the client's personal attributes, which enhances their strengths and hides their faults. If the client is too busy to shop, the image consultant will be able to filter through the mass variety of stores and give its client a selective array of fashions specific to his/her client. The image consultant will also provide actionable information about which clothes work best for his/her body type and what key pieces he/she will need for the season. The investment made in hiring a New York image consultant will prove to be invaluable with the knowledge and advice received that will last a lifetime.

New York is the melting for success. With opportunity lurking around every corner, you never know who you will meet or what situation will occur; either way, one must always be selling themselves or something. In a professional environment New Yorkers are selling themselves to potential clients and employers. Landing a new job or business deal is crucial for professional growth and one should always consider the best approach in presenting themselves. When presenting yourself in this situation it is package deal and your image is the exterior. It is important to think of yourself of a product and your image as the packaging. Although content is key, you wouldn't buy something off the shelf that is damaged. So, when selling yourself; consider buying the help of an image consultant. A New York image consultant will help you established a successful self brand and image that will sell your skill in any given situation. Your image is what people first notice about. Since you never get a second chance to make a first impression, your appearance should have a positive impact. This will also apply to your social settings.

When in a social environment, New Yorkers are always networking. What was supposed to be dinner with friends may turn into meeting a potential love interest or meeting new business prospects. It is important to carry yourself in a favorable way even if you are in a relaxed casual environment. There are ways to be casual and comfortable without compromising style. A New York image consultant can create a casual chic wardrobe that will allow you to maintain noteworthy image in any given circumstance. One should always be preparing for the unplanned events that occur every day; this includes your self- brand. So before you hit the street of New York maybe you should seek the help of a professional image consultant. - 30291

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Erika Chloe is New York's premiere Fashion Consultant and CEO of MyImageExperta Fashion Consulting Company with locations in most U.S. cities.

New York Fashion Consultants Provide Retail Therapy for the Weary

By Erika Chloe

New York City is a fashionistas dream filled with independent fashion designers, massive department stores, renowned magazine editors and endless style icons! As home to some of the worlds most noteworthy fashion influences, it is no surprise that New York is the centre of the fashion universe. The pool of endless fashion inspiration can be overwhelming and hard to imitate. Shopping in New York City is no easy task. To truly capture to effortlessly chic style that can be seen on the local patrons - one can hire a professional fashion consultant.

New York lifestyle can be hectic leaving little time to shop. It is important to pamper yourself ever now and then in order to feel and look fresh! A fashion consultant is the perfect accessory to have in your life. Sometimes you deserve to celebrate and reward yourself with a therapeutic shopping trip and a New York fashion consultant could be just what the doctor ordered!

Image consulting companies like My Image Expert, staffs knowledgeable fashion consultants and style icons that are based out of New York City. They understand the challenges of shopping in the city and recognize the time-constraints along with the busy lifestyles of New Yorkers. They have made it their objective to help individuals develop their image and sense of style in a way that flatters their personality and lifestyle. In New York city, a fashion consultant should be equipped with the tools needed to navigate through the endless selection of great fashion finds.

The shopping process should be made easy, as the citys best finds are hand-picked by the fashion experts and brought straight to the client. From custom-made loafers to designer bargains, these experienced consultants have all the current fashion resources to optimize the New York shopping experience. They will help you master the art of New York style and shopping so you can capture the true essence and style of the worlds fashion Mecca. Shopping can be frustrating enough, My Image Expert provides their clients with a personal shopping experience that can be considered retail therapy. All the client has to do is show up and be prepared to get pampered.

From the expensive taste of Fifth Avenue to the eclectic flair of Soho, style is no stranger to the streets of New York. Many New Yorkers are fashion savvy, willing to experiment and comfortable making bold statements with their appearances. They enjoy being fashion-forward and choose to keep up with current trends. However, the time and money people invest in putting together these stylish outfits does not always result in the look they are trying to achieve. This can be highly disappointing and can make shopping a very discouraging task. The fashion consultants at My Image Expert help keep the passion for fashion alive! They customize their services to fit each individual client to ensure each client looks and feels their very best! Having access to new brands, exclusive items, and unique shops ensure that these fashion experts will find the best-suited items for their clients.

Body type, skin tone, personal style, clothing budget and lifestyle are also some of the important factors that are carefully considered for each individual client. The fashion consultants are able to provide well-coordinated and fashionable looks for clients of every age and for every occasion. My Image Expert also goes the extra mile to offer clients the opportunity to incorporate custom-made pieces into their current wardrobe. The E.C Stitch custom clothing line is tailored to meet the particular wardrobe needs of clients, to make the experience even more personalized and exclusive. With the help of a fashion consultant; clients learn how to make the most out of their purchases. Mix and matching accessories with various looks, interchanging garments to create different outfit combinations, and making small changes that transform an outfit from day to night are just some of the helpful expert tips provided by the consultants. These useful style solutions are a great way to save clients time and money while keeping them confident, current and creative!

Making a fashion statement goes beyond just finding trendy items. Often, people think that what looks good on somebody else will look good on them. This often results in disaster unless you have the same body structure. The fashion consultants teach clients the fundamentals of dressing for their particular body type, so that selecting the most flattering garments becomes an effortless task.

Working with a fashion expert makes it easier for clients to step out of their normal fashion boundaries and to take risks with new outfit ideas. On the quest to feel and look their best, many people now turn to the citys fashion experts to help improve their overall image and style. - 30291

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Learning To Cope With The Demands Of Fashion

By Erika Chloe

It is an undeniable fact that people are becoming increasingly fashion conscious these days. It is applicable for both the sexes. The trends in fashion change with time and what is in vogue today can become out of place after a few months. A lot of youngsters follow the style icons like top actors and models. However this can be counter productive as one can get lost in the crowd of imitation.

There are some people who love to experiment and think creatively as far as fashion and dressing is concerned. While some occasions like movie premier, wedding, funeral or official parties require one to follow some etiquette in dressing, in informal events and get together one can be creative in his dressing style. This is useful for the theme parties. There are some occasions which require people to wear lavish dresses.

However while common people may not bother about their dresses so much the celebrities need to pay a lot of attention to their dressing. This is imperative as they always have the focus of media on them. If a model or actor is caught in an ill fitting dress in any event that becomes a headline in the newspaper. Thanks to the internet such photos can be wildly circulated all over the world.

This is why some of the celebrities recruit a personal stylist who helps them in selecting and buying the most suitable outfits. Such a stylist needs to take care of a lot of events. He or she has to think of factors like the venue, the event, time of day and many others. However appointing a stylist alone does not solve all the problems. The stylist needs to be intelligent and he or she must keep updated with the changing trends.

One needs to have a sense of color matching for getting the best results. Not everyone look their best in a bold dress. One needs to know how to carry off a particular type of dress with elan. Going through the fashion magazines and Internet based fashion review sites is a good idea.

However it is a wrong idea that the best quality dresses are available in niche boutiques. Sometimes one can come across quality and designer dresses in not so popular small boutiques. Using proper ornament and accessories is also important for making a style statement. Before buying a dress that has caught someones fancy it is practical to try it at the shop. It is foolish to buy a dress that look great but does not fit nicely on ones body.

The fashions change according to the season. It is often seen that people prefer subtle and sober shades in winter but in summer they wear bright and vibrant colored dresses. While reading the lifestyle and fashion magazines help to an extent, one needs to think on his own. - 30291

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Fun Fashion: Wardrobe Swaps!

By Erika Chloe

Instead of hibernating this winter, why not clean out your wardrobe and have a clothing swap with your closes friends? Wardrobe consultants claim that women only wear 20% of the clothes in their closet. Instead of stocking your closet full of clothes you never wear why not donate the reaming 80% to your friends. Wardrobe and clothing swap parties have been popping up in cities worldwide changing the way women shop. Instead of spending the afternoon in retail stores, friends are bonding and shopping for free at clothing swap parties. Wardrobe Consultants worldwide are buzzing about this new fashion craze. So shop green by recycling your unused garments and save green at the same time! Here are some tips to ensure a successful wardrobe exchange or clothing swap with your girlfriends, neighbors or colleagues.

First you will need some friends. Call your friends and have them call a few people. Try to include women who fall into the same size category. They don't have to be the exact same size as you because many people get rid of things that are too small or big. However, you don't want anyone to leave empty handed or feel neglecting when none of the garments are in her size. So think ahead and plan according to sizes in order to ensure everyone is part of the party. Each friend will perform a wardrobe analysis and audit their closet. This will motivate all your friends to clean out their closets; they will thank you later! They will all make a pile of things that they want to bring to the wardrobe exchange. This will include garments they don't wear or have a need for anymore. Items that are damaged, stained or worn out should be removed from the pile. Nobody will want a stained t-shirt or sweater with holes in it. Have them place all the discarded garments into a large garbage bag that will be easy to throw into the car or carry. Every participant should fill up at least one garbage bag. If you have a lot of people coming to your clothing swap, you can request less. It's really your call based on the size of your house.

Wardrobe exchange parties should provide an assortment of garments including: coats, handbags, accessories and clothing. If you want to include shoes, that's ok too. You want to keep your guests entertained as well. For some extra excitement, ask your guests to bring a guilty pleasure food. Our fashion consultants and wardrobe consultants recommend anything with sugar that will keep the girls happy. Foods like cupcakes, brownies, cookies, danish, champagne, mimosas or a little bit of wine will keep your guests giggly and bubbly. If you are ore of a health nut then opt for veggies, fruit salad or lattes. Place the food in a room separate from the clothing so that fibers don't make their way into the snacks. When your guests arrive with their bags of clothing, invite them into the snack room while you take their clothes and arrange them in the clothing swap room. When you arrange the clothes, be sure to separate everything to different piles so your guests can easily maneuver the garments. Make different piles including: coats, tops, blouses, pants, skirts, dresses, soft accessories and jewelry. Once the piles are established, invite your guests in the wardrobe swap room and explain the piles and the rules.

The rules of a clothing swap are pretty established to avoid confrontation and ensure a good time is had by all. They are pretty simple to follow and will introduce some silliness to your swap. Our wardrobe consultants and image consultants recommend that you inform your guests of the rules prior to shopping so that everyone is included and no one is left out. The rules include: * Everyone must claim their garment when someone else selects it from the swap pile. This will give the owner a chance to speak up in the event they are having second thoughts about their donation. * Make sure to tell your friends the swap is seasonal. This will keep everyone focused on the things they need for the current season. It is hard for people to think they need swimsuits and sandals when there is 3" of snow on the ground. * If two people want the same garment you can do two of the following. Have a simple coin toss or have each participant model the garment in front of the entire group and the group votes to decide who gets the garment based on who wears it well. This is a fun way to get a little silly with your friends. Be sure to play some modeling or runway music in the process. * Have fun, relax, mingle, eat and drink! This is mandatory! Be sure to bring a camera as this event is bound to have some picturesque moments. * Take all the remaining garments left-over after swap to a local thrift store or goodwill shop * Ask your guests if they would like to plan clothing swap for the spring or summer.

When you host or arrange a clothing swap, it is a great way to combine different things. You're are saving money and helping your friend's cleanout their closet. It's a different way to shop with your best girlfriends in the privacy of own home. There is nothing to lose when you host or arrange a clothing swap. It is a great way to pass time with friends and the best part; it doesn't cost a thing! You are sure to find some amazing clothes and will be surprised to see that you discarded garments are someone else's treasure. You may be surprised to learn that your clothes look better on your friends and vice versa. So before you donate or discard your old wardrobe, consider the fun you could be having with your friends! - 30291

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How To Become An Image Consultant Or Fashion Consultant

By Erika Chloe

Fashion makeover television shows such as: What Not to Wear , How To Look Good Naked, and How Do I Look , all have created an immediate need for the hottest job in town. Thanks to these shows, image consultants (or fashion consultants) have been describes as having the one of the most sought after profession.

Image consultants are hired to advise on improving ones image through appearance, personal style, etiquette, and communication. They provide individual and corporate services through the use of seminars, workshops, consultations, and training mechanisms. An image consultants job is to help clients makes a lasting impression through the power of presence and identity. Many fashion consultants offer advice aside from beauty and fashion such as: fitness, dating, and business etiquette.

While many televisions shows make this job look easy, it requires extensive training and experience. Many people believe that because they know how to dress or dress other people that this allows them to advise people on their image. While entertaining, this conception is not an essential part or requirement to become a professional consultant. A professional fashion consultant should have a college degree in a fashion related field. Areas of interest include: Textile design, fashion design, or fashion merchandising. Studies in a related field provide the basic fashion fundamentals like color, fabric, and drape. These programs teach you about: pattern making garment construction, garment care, fabric weight top weight fabrics fabric styling accent color analogous & complimentary color fabric content fabric construction Shaping & silhouette

Ultimately, these tools help an image consultant understand every individual characteristic of a garment. It allows them to understand the clients body structure in order to provide effective clothing solutions. Fashion is an art of illusion; you want to emphasize your best features and down play the others. Misleading a client by offering bad or incorrect advice is unacceptable. A professional image consultant is considered an expert! Being an expert means you are qualified and educated with extensive experience and success.

An image consulting company will sometimes offer seminars or training sessions including both social and business etiquette. In order to provide this type of consulting, they have participating in classes, workshops, and retreats that enable them to provide such advice. These workshops provide a full understanding of self management, protocol, social behavior, professionalism, and of course etiquette. In turn, this experience allows them to customize certain techniques and behavioral activity to any individual in a broad range of circumstances. These tactics help image consultants provide: business etiquette interviewing skills social interaction proper language and vocabulary direct and positive verbal communication effective body language social graces such as table manners

If you decide you want to become an image consultant then follow these steps and you will be heading in the right direction. Contact a consulting company and see if they accept interns. This is a great way to get firsthand experience. - 30291

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Glamour And Self Perception In The Media

By Erika Chloe

Unrealistic images of the female body are used to promote the sale of many products and services. While the rest of the world seems to age, the female figures promoting such products, somehow age in reverse by growing younger, taller, and slimmer.

Many recognized actresses are notorious for dipping in to the fountain of youth with the help of expensive plastic surgery or simply starving their body with fad liquid diets. Magazines, websites, and commercials are used to promote weight loss products, insisting that losing excess weight will make your life flawless. Research indicates that the diet industry alone is worth anywhere from 40 - 100 billion U.S dollars.

Women are sure to develop depression and body image issues with the elaborate exposure of thin, young, and airbrushed women. College women and grown adults are both affected by the pressure to be thin. How many times have you convinced yourself to diet or fast?

The ideal beautiful woman is not airbrushed in real life so why is the media compelled to impose such images as the standard for average women? The average woman doesn't wear a size 2 and she doesnt have flawless skin as media publications may suggest. They are naturally different in size, shape and age!

Many diet and cosmetic companies depend on providing unrealistic ideals to consumers in order to ensure their corporate growth and financial gains. The media intentionally publicizes young skinny girls as a prerequisite to being beautiful. This how they convince you to buy their products.

While many companies promote products with Barbie doll-like women, there are in fact companies that promote the average and natural women. Lane Bryant, a plus size retail store eventually traded their size 6 mannequins in for size 12. After receiving various complaints from their customers they agreed that a size 6 mannequin advertising plus size womens clothing was unrealistic. Dove, owned by Unilever, began casting healthy average women to sell their products on television. While their commercials appealed to many women, Dove received a lot of criticism from the media. People did not know how to respond after being exposed to airbrushed young models for years. Could it be that women expect young and skinny girls to promote their products? Would women buy a wrinkle cream advertised by middle-aged women with wrinkles?

Ladies, the bottom line is Love the skin youre in! Ignore the messages about diet and thinness that barrage beauty by telling you that you are in need of constant adjustment.

You are perfect t the way you are. The female body is not an object to be perfected. Everyone reserves the right to be beautiful and youthful regardless of age, shape or size. You are born with beauty and there are many ways to celebrate that beauty in healthy and constructive ways! - 30291

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Beauty is More than Skin Deep

By Erika Chloe

Society seems to be obsessed with self transformation while television networks introduce new makeover shows weekly. With explosive television ratings, it's apparent that viewers are tuning in weekly to see the latest geek turn chic. While these shows provide an embarrassing experience for the unlikely contestant, they give home viewers something comprehensive.

The likelihood of having a T.V makeover that caters to your specific wardrobe, hair, and make-up most likely are impossible. Allowing friends, significant others, or relatives to determine what is acceptable fashion will never work out to your advantage, unless they are a fashion expert.

When it comes to your image, how would you describe you style, personality, and lifestyle? Sometimes, people naturally fall into a category. Are you happy with the way you dress? Your clothing and image is what speaks volume when no words are being said. What message are you sending to your peers, children, husband, wife, and friends? If you do not focus on your appearance, then who else will. Own your image and take control of what your image says about you.

Everyone is unique and special. You can be beautiful regardless of shape, age or size. There are many ways to focus on your assets and downplay problem areas in order to maximize your body's full potential. Part of the process is to understand your body structure. This can be further explained by an image expert, image consultant, or fashion consultant.

Wearing the appropriate styles, garments, textiles, and colors have an enormous effect on your overall image and shape. When seeking the advice of a fashion consultant, be prepared to have your world turned upside down because it can be a life changing event.

If you have had the same hairstyle since college perhaps this means you are ready for change. If you find that you have a closet full of clothing and nothing to wear then you may be in need of a wardrobe analysis. If you have had the same clothing style for the past ten years because you are uncertain of what else looks good on you then perhaps you should contemplate hiring an personal shopper. It is not uncommon for corporations, small businesses, or executives to seek the help of an fashion consultant. Business and office attire should also be stylish but stay within the respected realm of your professional environment.

Be careful that if you decide to hire a fashion consultant or image consultant that they are experienced, educated, and work with a full range of clients. Most fashion consultants will give you a free consultation. Push yourself to make the call and I think you will be pleasantly surprised.

Updating your look with a beauty and fashion makeover is a great form of rejuvenation. When your image is dated or out of style, you send a message to those around you. When you dress stylish and look put together you are simply saying that you care about the way you look. You appear current, updated, and informed instead of being stuck in a time capsule.

Whether you are going for a job interview, promotion, dinner date, or dropping the kids off at school, you should dress appropriate. Work attire does not always have to be stuffy and boring. Sometimes clothing has to be comfortable and agile to accommodate children. Either way, dressing appropriate for the task at hand can be accomplished while wearing stylish and flattering pieces. - 30291

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