Discover Your Style

Have you ever know someone who has a unique style that so suits their personality and life style? Fashion trends may come and go, but they will only select what works for them. Developing you unique style will keep you from selecting what you never really felt good in no matter how lovely the fabric or design. Alyce Parsons, one of the founding members of the Association of Image Consultants, developed the concept of Universal Style years ago and I was privileged to become a certified Universal Style consultant under her guidance. Check out her website and new book "Style Source: The Power of the Seven Universal Styles for Women and Men." http://www.universalstyleintl.com/

Image Makeovers

On of my Carlisle clients, Lisa Johnson Mandell, has an interesting blog on a career makeover of an older man interviewing of jobs. Take a look at http://www.lisajohnsonmandell.com/ March 19 "Hairy Dilemna". It shows that you do not go to extreme measures to look younger.



I have recently done a makeover or really a touch up on a lovely mid career woman in the financial field being groomed for an executive level position. It was also nothing extreme. her hair was cut to create a more polished look. She needed to pay more attention to the fit of her clothes and have her clothes taylored. So many women do not get their clothes altered to fit their unique body shape. Other advice was also given, but nothing extreme. I did this makeover as a team efforts with my associates at Corporate Icon. Patsy Cisneros worked on her voice and body language and Susan Abrams did her colors, skin care and makeup. I did her style analysis and wardrobe suggestions. http://www.corporateicon.com/

Why Wear A Hat

There are many reasons to wear at hat.

The number one reason to wear a hat is sun protection. Many hats state that they have UV protection, but you'll at least want one that is closely woven to prevent rays from penetrating. I like ones with broad brims that shade my neck. Really broad brims even protect my shoulders when sunbathing. If you will be hiking or doing an active outdoor activity consider one that ties around the chin. Your hat will not only protect your skin, but keep your hair from sun damage and dryness.

The other great reason is glamour. Of course we've admired extravagant hats at events like the Kentucky Derby, but even a simple hat can add glamour to any woman's outfit. On a bad hair day I wear a hat, and I get all these compliments. I have to control myself not to say, "Thank you but actually I did not have time to style my hair today".

Lastly, I hear women say I do not look good in hats. My response is you simply have not found the style that best suits you. Just start trying them on.

Google "women's hats". The above image is from www.coolibar.com which specializes is sun protection.