There’s hardly anything more stressful than packing for a trip. But, if you have a plan, it really does get easier.  Maybe you’ve had your own nightmare experience whether its forgetting the most important outfit for your business trip (the complete outfit is hanging in your closet 3,000 miles away) or you forgot your makeup bag on the bathroom counter.
Or maybe the new shoes you purchased for the trip have left you with blisters on Day One.

To avoid these calamities, start with the purpose or goal of your trip.  This will lead to how much you want to pack and carry.  If you’re a road warrior your top priority will be to pack light and efficient so you can travel with ease and speed.  On the other hand, if you’re traveling to your daughter’s wedding, minimal packing will most likely not be your goal; but rather, beautifully-coordinated outfits for your many social festivities will be a higher priority even if it means checking two bags and paying a porter to help you.

Whatever your purpose, I recommend that you begin by adopting a new plan for packing.  Here are some of my tips to help you.

14 days out – Although your trip seems far in the future, it’s time to start prepping now! Try on and write up or take pictures of all the pieces for your highest impact outfits. What are high impact outfits? They’re the outfits that are the most important outfits you’ll be wearing on the trip. Attending a wedding? Interviewing for a job? Meeting the in-laws for the first time? Attending a peer conference? Sight seeing?  You know which days or nights mean the most to you so be sure you create those outfits early. This way you’ll have time to purchase any components that might be missing.

Do you take prescription drugs? Check the refills now. Your pharmacist will help you stock up so you won’t miss any days.

12 days out – Investigate the condition of your outfit pieces by looking closely at each clothing article.  Finalize your high impact outfits and check closely to see if any articles need repair, alterations, or cleaning. Most establishments want a week to complete jobs.

10 days out – Start brainstorming your low-to-medium impact outfits. These are the outfits you’ll wear on day trips, visiting museums, going to the beach, socializing with friends/relatives, and having casual dinners out. Try on the different possibilities and be sure to include the accessories. Let these possible combinations simmer for a couple of days in a section of your closet. That way you can mull over your outfit ideas without feeling rushed.

7 days out – You can start creating your non-weather related pre-packs.

Some items can be packed right now. Consider gathering up your panties and bras now and packing them in a small travel bag or even a zip-lock bag. Nightgowns or pajamas and anything you use just before bed can be packed in a small travel bag. Do you have a favorite lip balm you apply at night? Do you wear earplugs or eyeshades? Designate a travel pack for just these items. When you get to your destination, you just pull out this nighttime pack and you could be asleep in five minutes!

Make another pre-pack for your workout gear if this is included in your itinerary.

Count out your daily vitamins and/or medications and put them in mini-plastic.  Don’t do this the night before you leave!

Your toiletries and hair products can be pre-packed now too and placed in your suitcase. A benefit of having an extra set of makeup is that you can pack this early and avoid any panic about forgetting a most-important product.

5 days out – Your anxiety might be presenting itself. Keep calm and get more of your packing prepped. Check the weather at your destination. Now you have a clearer idea about the forecast and how it will affect your wardrobe. However, always pack a couple of pieces of clothing for each extreme weather possibility. That could mean a pair of shorts and a long-sleeved sweater.

Since you already planned out your high impact outfit ideas on Day 14, time to put them together completely. Check to be sure you have the accessories for each outfit.

Make the final edits to your travel wardrobe for your low-to-medium impact outfits. Do laundry if needed. Plan your actual “day-of” travel outfit.

1 day out – Don’t worry, you’re ready for this day. Time to fit it all into your suitcase and get some good night sleep, stress-free. Make yourself a note of anything that needs to be put into the suitcase just before you leave. This could include a curling iron, makeup, and makeup tools (if you don’t have an extra set for travel).

Have your travel outfit laid out and ready to go, especially for those early morning flights.  Make sure your pants are dark in the event you spill coffee on them during your flight, and they are comfortable for a long haul.  I especially love knits or fabrics with stretch for maximum comfort.

Need more simplifying?

Let me help you. I’ve packed my clients for many different destinations and occasions. They love how simplified their packing experience becomes. You could be the calmest customer in the security line on your next trip!

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Remember on Halloween night when you’d look inside your basket and see the variety of candy treats? I’m not passing out treats this year but I am supplying you with some fun fashion and beauty tricks this month. Use them now and all year round! Happy Halloween!

• Want a bolder necklace? Layer several necklaces together with a theme in mind: complimentary metals, appealing color combinations, or mix contrasting elements such as pearls and chains.

• Have a perfectly great white blouse but the armpits are stained? Take a scissor and cut off the sleeves. Plan to wear the sleeveless version under jackets you don’t plan to take off. If you tend to overheat easily, this is a great cooling agent.

• Wish you could guard against spills while dining out? Wear a print scarf as part of your ensemble. If you experience spills, the print in the scarf will hide the damage and your outfit will remain intact. Or take the scarf off after dessert.

• Do you need a way to remember expiration dates for your beauty products? With red nail polish, take your new tube of mascara and write the date on it three months out. That’s when you need to throw it away.

• Don’t know what to use to clean your patent leather handbags or shoes? Use an eyeglass cloth to buff any smudges or fingerprints.

• Did you accidently get makeup on your freshly laundered blouse? Purchase baby wipes or wet wipes from your local drug store. They are perfect for quick makeup removal.

• Getting a blister on your foot from those cute new heels? Create comfort and protection with a strip of Transpore Surgical Tape. Find it easily online or check your local pharmacy.

• Tired of expensive dry cleaning bills? Use the great outdoors to air out your clothing if all it needs is deodorizing. People tend to overuse dry cleaners, which can be hard on clothes and the environment.

• Do you enjoy going barefoot inside of flats but don’t enjoy the sticky feeling when they sweat? Have a travel size foot powder handy to sprinkle inside your shoes and absorb moisture.

• Do you hate the white cloth napkin lint that clings to your black pants while you’re dining in a formal restaurant? Tuck a scarf in your handbag and place it across your lap as a barrier to the napkin. You’ll walk away lint-free.

• Want to belt a dress or top but don’t have the right one? Check your ribbon stash. You could have the right pop of color that pulls an outfit together while adding a creative, feminine touch.

• Sick of that ball of tangled jewelry that’s cluttering up a drawer? Slip a silverware divider or office supplies divider into your drawer and group your jewelry by color or metal.

• Tired of peering into your closet and not knowing how to put together a great outfit or wasting precious time struggling with your clothes? Email me! I’ll eliminate your frustrations and leave you with inspiring solutions.  Or “like” my Facebook page at https://www.facebook/powerfulpresence to stay up to date on monthly tips.

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Details Count

Whether you want to attract a life long mate or simply enjoy a casual date with a friend, paying attention to the details of your image is vital to a successful result. Consider these facts:

• Opinions are formed and people are sized up in as soon as seven seconds in today’s fast-paced world, studies now show.
• Ninety-three percent of a person’s conclusion about you is influenced by your appearance, body language, tone of voice, and attitude. Only 7% is influenced by what you say.
• The moment you meet a person, he/she begins to subconsciously assess whether he/she wants to get to know you better.

With this in mind, can you see why it is vital that you give your non-verbal communication and image top priority?

Your image is all about how you project to the world and how you conduct yourself. It’s the energy you bring into a room and the way you make others feel when they meet you.   It’s how you care for your style and grooming.  It’s something I refer to as your personal power, and it has a huge impact on your dating success.

Detailing A Successful Image

So, how do you increase your personal power to attract and gain the attention and respect of others?

Project Your Best You

The way you look conveys your commitment to yourself and your commitment to building your relationships. This means always looking your best and being well groomed, whether you’re meeting someone for the first time, or in the midst of developing a long-term relationship. Dressed successfully for a date, you’ll feel calm, confident, and earn respect. Looking your best doesn’t have to cost you a fortune. Invest in an up-to-date hairstyle, flattering make-up, and a few well-chosen outfits that make you look and feel your best.

Communicate Professionally

First impressions begin with the way you communicate by phone. Your outgoing calls are equally as important as incoming ones. Keep your tone friendly and upbeat, yet professional. One way to improve your phone skills is to record your incoming and outgoing calls and listen for how you can improve. Your tone of voice is critical.

Invest in Your Self

If you’re serious about developing a dating relationship, be prepared.  Invest in the “tools” that show you are serious-minded.  Your style and wardrobe should convey your essence and authenticity and is an excellent place to start.  Your dating wardrobe is not the same as what you wear to the office. From an effective wardrobe, to an updated and modern hairstyle, to the right accessories and colors, these image elements can have a considerable impact on the way others view you.

Network With Style

Become involved in your community and develop a reputation for being friendly, interested in others, and reliable. Whether on a first date, at a local chamber mixer, or at the grocery store checkout, you never know where you will make a great connection. Be the person others want to meet and watch your relationships soar!

Prepare in Advance

Throwing together an outfit at the last minute will usually cause you stress and may even cause you to run late.  And, when you get where you’re going, have you forgotten something?  If you’re serious-minded, follow the Scouting rule to be prepared...at least a day in advance.  Make the hours beforehand stress-free by trying on your outfit and making sure your clothes are cleaned, pressed, and fit and flatter you well.

Be a Student

Enhance your personal power by constantly learning and growing. By attending workshops, participating in teleclasses, reading books, and learning virtually, you can hone the image and style skills that will build your self-confidence.

Developing your personal power does not happen by accident, nor will it come about overnight. It is something that is consciously developed over time by paying attention to the details and making small, daily improvements to your image.

Getting Down To Business

• Review the six areas that make up your image and chose one to focus on this week.
• Write down three action items that will improve your next date. For example:
• Work on your vocal tone and posture.
• Get a full-length mirror for checking your appearance from the front and back.
• Enroll in an online class and find three ways you can improve your dating image for greater success.  Check out the details of my free October 9th teleclass:  5 Sure-Fire Things You Need to Know Before Getting Dressed for a Date by going to http://www.powerful-presence.com/teleclass.

Marion will be interviewed by Amy Schoen, dating and relationship expert of Heartmind Connection.

You can learn more about Marion Gellatly and the Powerful Presence programs at http://www.powerful-presence.com. 

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More and more people are working from home whether they are solo entrepreneurs or they have the option of conducting some of their business off-site a few days a week. It’s easy to stay in your pajamas or workout clothes all day, but is that really the best uniform for you?

The home office certainly has a more casual dress code. But to eliminate it all together could be a mistake. Paying attention to your grooming and your attire even if no one will see you could give you a structure to your workday that benefits you and increases your productivity.
The routine of getting ready for work is one worth keeping even if you’ve moved your office into a spare bedroom.

Did you have a morning routine when you used to drive to the office? Keep a part of it or all of it. Take the time to shower or wash your face. Apply makeup, even if it’s minimal, to make you feel like you’re showing up to your work projects looking sharp. Get dressed for the day before you get sucked into email.

Even though the distance to your office may be seven steps to the spare bedroom, don’t skimp on your morning “me” time. Have your cup of tea or coffee. Read the paper or something inspiring. Review your goals or affirmations. Have something to eat. Prepare to go to work.

When it comes to getting dressed, don’t pull clothes from your workout pile or grab something that’s been tossed into the back of your closet. Be intentional. If you want to make a bridge from your home life to your work life, use the language of clothes to make the point that you’re going to work. Instead of throwing on an old T-shirt, wear a non-iron shirt instead. Don’t wear that cardigan with the missing buttons; wear one of your nicer ones.
Wear your trimmer jeans, not your sloppy pajama bottoms. Wear comfy shoes instead of slippers.

If you’re unclear about the clothing boundaries for home office use, imagine yourself in these three scenarios.

You’re expecting something in the mail and your mailbox is 20 feet from your door. You’re in your work-at-home attire. Would you be mortified if a neighbor greeted you at your mailbox?

A friend knows you’re working from home today and calls you near noon with a last minute lunch invitation. Would you be able to say yes, jump in the car as soon as you hung up the phone, and head to the restaurant?

Your boss sends an email blast and wants to set up a videoconference in thirty minutes. Are you scrambling to pull a look together or are you focused on the work agenda so you can be sharp and ready?

You have the freedom to create your own dress code. What works for you? Maybe you say yes to jeans and pair them with a nice no-iron shirt and roll up the sleeves, or maybe you pair with a silky jersey T-shirt, a navy easy-fit cotton blazer, and nice shoes.
Maybe you say no to jeans and prefer a simple dress, boots and a long necklace or chino slacks, a polo shirt, and sneakers.

Your work attire deserves thoughtfulness and respect. If you’d like help developing yours, just give me a call. I’d love to support you!

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You absolutely want to look great at work. A solid professional image can boost your self-confidence, gain the respect of others, and even lead to a promotion. Looking good makes you feel better which makes you “do” better.  Whether you’re on the young side of the average employee in your company, one of the oldest, or right in the middle, here are some ways to look current and get the respect you deserve.

The following information will help you make important spending decisions regarding your career wardrobe

Splurge on the basics

If a suit is a much-used item in your work wardrobe, whether for a man or woman, then a well-tailored suit is an important splurge. It’s especially useful if you’re someone who doesn’t go up and down in size on a regular basis. This one great suit can be put together with a variety of shirts and ties or blouses and knit tops to change up the look week after week.

Don’t splurge on the basics

If you’re going for some basic core pieces for work – slacks, trousers, blazers, skirts – and you’re looking at neutral colors (brown, black, navy, charcoal), why spend the big bucks? Look at moderate-priced lines and look for very clean details. The simpler the pieces, the easier it is to make them look expensive if the outfit is well put together.

Or if you’ve embarked on a weight-loss program buy less expensive basics until you reach your goal.

Splurge on the accessories

If work outfits are classic, accessories will bring the magic to your wardrobe. Buy lasting pieces of jewelry in colors and metals in which you always look great. To get more use from pricier accessories, consider bringing them over to your weekend upscale-casual wardrobe as well. Quality handbags that are well proportioned to your body can be a great investment as well as great quality leather shoes with clean lines.

Don’t splurge on the accessories

Can you tell real pearls from fake ones? Most people can’t. You can buy “diamonds or pearls” that have the look you want at a very low cost compared to the real ones. Costume jewelry is a great way to add a lot of variety to simple work outfits. They can make you feel current, modern and in style. If you’re someone who gets bored easily, a lower price point is great for experimenting with different looks.

Splurge on color

Someone who wears color well can really stand out in the workplace. If you’re that someone special who wears plum, aubergine, coral, or turquoise better than anyone, it could be part of your brand. Brighter colors look best in quality fabrics so be prepared to spend money to get the best you can find. Brighter colors in cheap fabrics look cheap.

Don’t splurge on color

Keeping to a neutral color palette may seem boring but in most business settings, your clothes shouldn’t be shouting at others. Small splashes of color in items like ties, scarves, the stripe in a shirt, the color of a shell, can be perfectly adequate. Neutral colors can look more expensive in work pieces, saving you money to spend on accessories

Splurge on details

Certain symbols carry a lot of prestige in the work world. A leather briefcase, a gold watch, expensive shoes can send a signal that you are highly successful and competent at what you do. Splurge on the details that send the message of success that you want others to notice.

Don’t splurge on details

Expensive watches can’t hide incompetence for long. If you’re using symbols to provide something that isn’t already there, you’re wasting your money! Get the experience and education you need to be great at what you do and then reward yourself with those symbols of success. In the meantime, keep your modestly-priced shoes polished. Wear appropriate watches to work that don’t get undue attention for color or style.

It’s hard to make these spending decisions alone. Email me at info@powerful-presence.com and I’ll help you discover the right mix of splurging or conserving as you build your work wardrobe. Or, join the next class of Virtual Style School starting on June 11.   To learn more, please go to http://www.powerful-presence.com/vss.

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Some trends this season will absolutely make it to the streets and be enjoyed by many while others should never leave the runway. Here’s your heads up guide for what to look for – or look out for – this spring/summer.

Be aware that there’s a floral print explosion going on for this season. If you’re a minimalist, choose a solid-colored dress that has only one or two discreet flowers adorning it. Floral prints can be very colorful or they can be more simple in neutral colors like café au lait and white. You take control. Floral can border a hem on a dress or you can mix it all up and wear it from head to toe in a blouse, jacket and pant. How will you bloom this spring?

Beware of the bra as outerwear. The bra went from underwear to an actual focal point of an outfit in several runway shows. The bra was peeking through sheer tops or worn as a standalone garment with a high waisted skirt or pant. This look works best in a magazine ad with a lot of airbrushing. Avoid!

Be aware of beautiful color choices this season starting with bright, energetic and optimistic hues. Tangerine orange is this season’s showstopper followed by lemon yellow, cherry red, and many shades of green. Opting for something a bit toned down, check out this season’s pastels of lilac, chalky pink, mint green and baby blue. White also is a great staple in crisp tailored tops or eyelet lace dresses. Feeling more classic? There’s plenty of black and the combination of black and white is a great theme for spring.

Beware of sportswear items being sanctioned for day or eveningwear. This season’s nod to jock fashion is just too far out for most people. Pretend you never saw it. Wear your sports clothes while playing sports and don’t try to turn them into high fashion. Heels with football jerseys or track pants won’t make street sense.

Be aware that all skirt and dress lengths are a go! No matter what length you settle on you won’t be worrying about whether it’s current or not. From mini to mid-knee, or from mid-calf to floor length, it’s all in fashion this spring/summer. Wear your most flattering length and feel confident!

Beware that embroidery or macramé are great details to enjoy this spring. However this might be best left to teens and youthful girls. If you wore this trend back in the 70’s consider enjoying it once again in small doses like details in handbags or shoes.

Be aware that I am available to help you sort through all this season’s trends and selections. You’ll never have to wonder if you look appropriate or not because I’ll use my style eyes and professional image knowledge to help you get it just right! Please join Powerful Presence’s Style dialog on at https://www.facebook.com/PowerfulPresence.

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Transitioning from one fashion season to the next can be challenging and October is one of those months that can be unpredictable. It’s hard to decide when to pack up your summer gear when the weather continues to play tricks on us. We face unpredictable patterns, like when it’s chilly in the morning, feels like summer by noon, then temperatures plummet again by dinnertime. What do you do? The solution lies in layers.

1. A legging as pants is a no-no. However, a legging as a layering piece is a great solution for warming up your summer dresses and bringing them into colder weather. Wear calf-length or ankle-length leggings under your dresses or skirts with cute closed toe flats. Be careful if you’re over 45.  If the temperature climbs up unexpectedly, go into a bathroom and take that layer off.

Extra warmth: A pair of thin leggings can be worn under a pair of jeans or trousers and won’t create extra bulk.

2. Leather jackets don’t scream winter the way thick wool plaid ones do. They can be that extra layer that turns your transitional outfits into fashion hits. If you can’t get enough of your favorite fitting short-sleeved t-shirt, there is no need to pack it away just yet. Wear it with that lightweight leather jacket on warmish days. If the weather dips, exchange it for a long sleeved t-shirt or a cashmere sweater.

Extra warmth: Have a tube scarf or a small woolen scarf ready to wrap around your neck.

3. High Boots are a great way to keep your legs warm while wearing a dress, skirt or even over skinny jeans. Keep a second footwear choice in your car or at your office in case the temperature rises.

Extra warmth: Add warm wool socks underneath your knee or thigh-high boots for extra insulation.

4. Capes can be your go-to item when the winter winds blow your way. They are easy to throw over an outfit and are as efficient as a blanket for keeping you warm. They can be great over a sleeveless jersey knit dress. If it’s colder, pair with camel trousers, oxford shoes and socks and a classic white blouse.

Extra warmth: Get a great pair of to-the-elbow gloves and make this outfit look 60s chic.

5. Thick shawls are a transitional necessity. Have a go-to shawl that stays in your car. It’s your backup plan for when you forget to layer.  Keep it in a solid color so it can go over anything. This shawl will be the one you grab and use when you go to a movie, stay late after work and go for drinks with colleagues, find yourself at a high school football game or share with a friend.

Extra warmth: If you really were at that football game, you’d love to have two shawls—one for over your shoulders and one for over your lap. Go ahead and pack two. Better to be prepared than not.

I’d love to help you become confident in choosing and wearing layering pieces and accessories. I want you to be getting the attention you deserve, for all the right reasons. Let’s make an appointment today! Or, please join me for my upcoming November 13

3-hour workshop entitled “Accessories are…a Woman’s Best Friend.”  Special early bird pricing offered through October 30.  Click here to learn more…

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Most of the time, size of clothing is what guides our purchase decisions.  Size matters, but not the way you think! The right fit is what matters most – no matter what the size.

To create flattering fit, some things are best worn tighter while other items could stand to go up a size to look best. Here’s a guide that will help you look “just right.”

Tight is just right when we’re talking about jeans

Most jeans have Spandex added to them. It’s what makes them fit snugly and show off your curves. As soon as you wear them, they’ll stretch. The best pair to buy is the one that fits the snuggest. As long as you can zip it up, button it and still be able to breathe, you’re most likely in the best size. If you normally wear a size 10 pant, try on jeans in size 8s as well as size 10.

Bigger is better when we’re talking about white tee shirts

If you normally wear a medium in tee shirts, go for it … except when you’re buying a white one. Dark colors recede and you’ll look smaller in them. White and bright colors advance and you’ll look bigger in them. Any kind of tightness will be exaggerated in a white tee shirt. Try the large!

Tight is just right when we’re talking about bras

Bras have rows of hooks that allow you to make adjustments. Bras also stretch out with wear. Be sure when you buy your next new bra that it feels best on the very last row of hooks. A bra specialist or an image consultant can help you get this right.

Bigger is better when we’re talking about leggings

Leggings continue to be popular. You’ll probably want to wear a pair this fall with a long cardigan or sweater tunic. Don’t hesitate to try leggings a size larger than your pant size. They already are super snug and a little more ease may make you feel less self-conscious wearing them in public. They should look like street wear, not like gym wear.

Tighter is better when we’re talking about tops worn under a cardigan or jacket

Many jackets or blazers are cut to fit close to the body. You want to eliminate as much bulk under the jacket as you can. Get a top for underneath it that will fit you fairly snuggly. Then the lines of the jacket will be smooth and you’ll feel more comfortable. If you’re wearing a loose cardigan over a top, having an inner piece that fits more closely is perfect. It’s nice to see some definition of the body especially if a fair amount of your outfit is oversized.

Bigger is better when we’re talking about opaque tights

If you read the graphs on a pair of opaque tights, checking your height and weight against their suggestions, consider going up a size. If tights are too snug, they start to pull down in the crotch area. Tights that barely stretch from toe to waist will be sheerer over the calf area where your leg is fuller and then denser behind the knees. A larger size will provide all-over, even coverage and be more comfortable.

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There is something really comfortable about having routines in your life. Are you ready to take on a couple of new ones that might make your days run a little smoother and be a little brighter? Take a look at these easy-to-do routines and see if they inspire you to action.

• Makeup Routine – Think about creating a Zen-like atmosphere when applying your makeup. Instead of reaching through a makeup pouch that may be filled with powder residue, last seasons colors mixed with this seasons, just pull out the items you are currently using and lay them out on a pretty tray at your makeup application station. Lay items in the order you’ll be applying it. With the easy visibility and everything you need positioned in the order you need it, you’ll be creating a routine filled with serenity.
• Morning visualization – Have a short but sweet moment to think about what you may need. Extra pair of shoes to go from daytime to nighttime wear? A shawl or sweater to prepare for an unexpected chill? Your gym gear to avoid an extra trip home? If you are ready for what may come your way, the day might find you more time to play.
• Night to day planning – Preparing an outfit for the following day can prevent a morning disaster. Take 5 minutes at night to pull tomorrow’s outfit together. In the morning, you may make a few edits but at least you’re starting with a plan.
• Nightly skincare routine – Everybody suggests it but have you worked it into a routine? Taking off makeup is crucial to keeping your skin at its best. Cleanse and hydrate with NuSkin’s Galvanic Spa (call or email me if you’d like to know more).  Add a moisturizer or serum and enjoy your coming-down-off-the-day routine.
• Clearing the closet clutter – Make a habit out of taking off your dry-cleaning plastic bags and putting your clothes back on their matching hangers. Get rid of all the extra shoe boxes that waste space. Leave the non-clothing storage out of your closet and only have stored in there the clothes you wear. Does this sound like a huge project? I can help beautify your closet and make it a place to create great outfits. Call or email me…I am ready to help.

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11 Affirmations to Get Dressed By

1. I owe it to (fill in the blank with loved one’s names) to have their memory of me be of a woman who respects herself.
2. It’s so therapeutic to dress in line with my personality and my values. I am so essentially me!
3. Looking confident in a well-put together outfit that fits and flatters me opens doors I never could have dreamed of!
4. I work from home, so really, looking good matters to no one but me. By looking good, I’m telling myself I matter. Isn’t that what self-care is all about?
5. When I walk through a door, I want to feel I look the best I can for right now. Sure I need to lose weight or get a manicure but I still can have charisma with my attitude, my style and my smile.
6. Style needs to be a part of who I am. People form opinions instantly based on how someone looks. What is inside should be the most important part of any relationship, but in reality, that is completely influenced by how we look on the outside. It doesn’t have to take a lot of time or money – just a little thought and effort.
7. Paying attention to how I look shows that I respect myself and that I respect you. I believe we owe it to ourselves to show up in life, and the benefits are tangible. Not only do I feel better and have more confidence, but also I’m amazed at the response of those around me.
8. People are often complimenting me on the way I dress and it makes me smile. It clearly makes them smile and we’re all just generally nicer to each other.
9. It makes it easier for me to accept myself when I dress my body well. How bad can wobbly thighs be when you have a flirty tunic on with lots of fun accessories over jeans and killer heels?
10. I like being surrounded by color, texture, and interesting details. This is a place where I can be creative and it pleases other people when I do.
11. I’m only living once. I’m going to go for the gusto and put on something I love.

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