Essentials

A short list of essentials to enhance your image and your wardrobe:

-A professional and trustworthy dry cleaner to clean, press and care for your wardrobe.

-An expert seamstress or custom tailor- the proper fit makes the difference.

-A hair stylist you trust, that listens and offers feedback.

-Find your favorite neighborhood spa to enjoy pampering yourself, with regularly scheduled manicures/pedicures. (Yes, this is a must for men and women!)

-Shoe Repair-with  the proper care, your shoes will not only look good, but last much longer.

Wardrobe Basics: For Men

If you are on a budget, and start with the basics,  you will have the essential pieces to pull together many different outfits, and be well on your way to developing a wardrobe that is an investment to your image.  In the beginning,  less is more.  Once you own the essentials, building on to your wardrobe is fun and easy!  Here is a guide to help you get started.

1.  Suit  (Single breasted, 2 or 3 button, charcoal solid)

2.  Navy Blazer (single breasted, 2 or 3 button)

3.  Wool gab trouser (charcoal,  medium grey)

4.  Dress shirt (white or blue solid)

5.  Trench Coat (Black, navy or brown)

6.  Brown lace up dress  shoes (clean silhoute, nothing chunky)

7.  Cotton flat front trouser (khaki or stone color)

8.  Sweater (classic V neck, zip neck, or crew neck/ black, charcoal, navy, camel or plum)

9.  Jean (well fitting to your body type, clean, dark denim/blue, black, charcoal or brown)

10.  Ankle boot (clean, black Chelsea boot)

Wardrobe Basics: For Women

If your closet is empty, and you are just getting started, or if your closet is full, yet you never have a thing to wear, this is a guide to help you get  started:

1.  White blouse

2. Black pant  ( if your suit is a pantsuit, make this a black pencil skirt)

3.  Suit (Pant and jacket, or skirt and jacket)  (color suggestions-black, charcoal, navy or camel)

4. Little black dress

5. Trenchcoat (black or beige, knee length)

6. Knee high leather boot (black or brown )

7.  Cardigan (waist length or 3/4 length, add  color here to coordinate with all of the above: red, lavender, camel, animal print, charcoal or black) You can never have enough black!

8. One pair of fabulous black heels

9. Jeans (dark color and a great fit)

10. One fantastic handbag (start with black)

When starting a wardrobe, remember, a few good pieces can take you a long way. If you want to dress well, there is NO EXCUSE not to! 

Every detail makes a difference. Attention should be paid to proper fit.  Sleeve length should not be sloppy and pant length should be measured with the shoes that you plan to wear with them. (Take your shoes for the fitting ).  Panty lines are never acceptable, (hosiery, tights and leggings are such  wonderful accessories, and the selection is endless) and for those little extras that you don’t want to be seen, invest in Spanx ! (So popular, they are now available for Men and Women!)

It is time to invest in yourself!  Let your wardrobe be a positive impact on your image!

Cat in the Closet

How’s Your Image?

 I can assist you with wardrobe consultations, closet organization,  and outfit co-ordination.  Shop from your own closet! It is time to clean it up and see what is in there!  You may be surprised…..Are you ready for the journey?