Here is my second dressing checklist. This one is about the power of the accessory.

___I have my core jewelry for business

___I have a terrific piece signature jewelry that I wear all the time

___I have jewelry that I can mix and match and it works together

___I have bracelets that do not annoy and jangle

___I have interesting jewelry that I collect when traveling

___I have great scarves that I use to give my outfit some zing

___I have a collection of ties that are current and give me ‘power’

___I have jewelry that I keep untarnished and in good repair

___I have a fine quality pen that I use with clients

___I have a polished and smart looking briefcase/padfolio/laptop case/planner

___I have a laptop computer that is clean and crumb free when I use it with clients

___I have belts that do not look like the dog chewed them

___I have handbags that are in good condition and are not so oversized that it looks like I am carrying the kitchen sink

___I have shoes that I keep polished and the heels are not worn down to a pulp

___Women: I have shapewear and well fitting bra’s to look my best and do not let my fleshy rolls get the better of me!

Lots of Summer birthday’s happening (including yours truly) and I got thinking…
How old would you be, if you didn’t know how old you are?
Having a positive attitude and maintaining an upbeat appearance brightens your life and is encouraging to family and friends.
Over the years, I have clothed people of all ages and body shapes. Some of the most astonishing and inspirational women were the ladies that had the maturity and confidence.
These are the women who are comfortable in their own skin and know they are NOT getting older just BETTER with age.
Some of the biggest challenges I hear from my clients are finding clothes that are wearable (not looking like you are wearing your daughters or granddaughters) modern clothes that fit your lifestyle, figure and budget.

Color is important to ageless beauty. It makes us look younger or older, heavier or thinner, lively or dowdy and it magnifies our inner beauty.

Wear only the colors that attract compliments, and make you feel confident and happy

Dark colors tend to drag us down bringing out facial shadows magnifying wrinkles and imperfections.          

Use light or brighter colors around the face to reflect light and soften lines. Great TV trick I used to do

Using monochromatic colors are very figure friendly. They will make you look long and lean

The bright colors look the best when mixed with neutral. Wear the brighter colors if they fit with your personality and comfort zone

Bright colors are best on the areas you want to emphasize, while mid- tones are better on your so-so spots,and of course keep it dark on the not-so-hot areas.

If you like your comfort zone of neutrals, you can always add a touch of color with accessories to add some punch and pizzazz.

At the beginning of YOUR new year is the perfect time to take a look in the mirror and see if the person looking back at you is the person you want to be.

I created this quick professional clothing checklist. How many checks do you have? 

___I have clothing that aligns with my industry, job title and personal branding goals

___I have professional looking outfits/suits that fit me well and are not 10 years old

___I have clothes that make me feel confident and powerful

___I have a jackets that fit me well and I do not look like a linebacker

___I have pants that fit me well and they are not too short or baggy

___I have a professional work skirt that is an appropriate length for my age

___I have a sweater that is not too tight or shows my rolls of flesh

___I have the perfect blouse that does not gap for all to see my bra

___I have the dress shirts without a frayed collar, cuffs and underarm stains

___I have age appropriate clothing in my closet

___I have clothes without holes, permanent stains and faded areas

___I have clothes that make me look great even when I do not feel it

___I have clothes ready-to-go in my closet for all occasions including a black tie event

___I have a ‘power outfit’  in my closet ready to go in case of a last minute presentation

___I have off hours clothing that stay true to my personality

___I have figured out how to pack for a business trip using a carryon…Well almost!