Monthly Archives: February 2018

If You Dress Like Steve Jobs Did, You’re Probably Not My Client. Find Out if You’re a Personal Styling Match for GenuINe STYLE.

Posted at 16 Feb 2018 , personal styling, Uncategorized

Steve Jobs prided himself on his innovation and creativity. However, that creative inspiration didn’t start in his closet. He wished to make dressing a purely functional task, but also wanted a signature look. Jobs wore a black turtleneck designed by Issey Miyake and jeans daily. There’s nothing wrong with this method. It’s certainly more comfortable than the suits some CEOs wear.

That said, he wore a sort of uniform. GenuINe STYLE’s personal styling clients aren’t looking for a uniform. The following is a list of traits that my clients share:

  1. They want choices and variety in their closet.
  2. They are curious thinkers, dreamers and doers, too.
  3. They are adventurous.
  4. They want practical clothing solutions that are also beautiful, unique and or, interesting.
  5. They are conscientious about not wasting – working with  what’s in their closet.
  6. They appreciate the re-invention of their current wardrobe.
  7. They want their personal style to make them feel something – confident, beautiful, powerful, and smart, to name a few.
  8. Their signature look, if they desire one, is defined by a unifying theme/mood/color scheme/accessory, vs. just a few specific pieces of clothing.
  9. They want getting dressed to be easier, more fun and genuine to their taste.

 

My styling services are available in-person and online/Skype. I can help you find style solutions in your closet and in retail stores.

If the above-mentioned traits sound like you, drop me a line. Let’s talk about your GenuINe STYLE!

5 Tips for Hosting a Fun Style Swap Party

Posted at 03 Feb 2018 , style swap party
style swap party

A style swap party is fun. Everyone gets to clean out their closets, have some yummy snacks, and score some free fresh looks from their friends, family and neighbors.

However, the party can turn into a mob resembling a clearance sale at Nordstrom Rack the day after Thanksgiving if some guidelines aren’t established. Here’s some tips to know ahead of time so you and your guests can make the most of the swapping.

  1. Bring gently loved pieces that they wouldn’t have any problem getting consigned at a reputable resale shop. This means no faded items, piling sweaters, or dysfunctional elastic gatherings, zippers or buttons (unless you know that more than half your guests like to sew/repair their own clothes).
  2. Keep some of your clothes with price tags. Items that still have tags and were bought for a decent amount of moolah– say over $60, consider consigning them so there are no regrets later.
  3. Shoes are swap-worthy. Shoes are only okay IF the soles are not very scuffed/worn out and you can read the brand name at least partially, on the outside and or, inside of the shoe. Also, it should go without saying, but there should be no footprint sweat stains in the shoe – most noticeable in open-toe shoes Yes, that’s gross, but sometimes when people are in a rush/excited about cleaning out their closet getting cleaned out, these details are overlooked.
  4. Be careful swapping light colors. Light or white – colored items may have yellowed with sweat stains under the armpit, around the inside of the collar. It’s another one of those details that can be overlooked in the process of overhauling your closet. Yes, it’s also ewww – inspiring, but can be embarrassing after you try to swap it without realizing it.
  5. Keep it organized. Have recycled shopping bags for people to bring their items home in.

 I hope you found these tips helpful. So many years ago, I worked at a consignment shop and these are some of their reasons for not taking items. I think they can easily be applied for having a successful style swap party. Did you know that I offer the Style Swap Party as part of my consulting services? Want more details? Drop me a line.

  Have fun and happy swapping!