Interestingly enough, this little “project” of mine started out quite simply enough (don’t they all) and I am the one that has grown from it.

I started the month with inspiration because of how breast cancer has touched not only my life but so many of us.  Well intended, I wanted to show you how to wear color and build color into your life because I know how important it is.

Two things I want to leave you with:

Your donation to any “non-profit” has a huge impact but make sure that it is well placed by doing your research on the organization.  Some organizations are better at managing their money and therefore more funds are distributed to the proper parties.  Click here to see some of the websites I followed this month.  Breast Cancer Websites

The top 10 Things I Learned About Myself in the PINK!

1. Many Days I found myself BORING
2. Don’t dismiss ANY store as an opportunity for your wardrobe (I gave myself  permission to shop in places I never would have dreamed to have shopped just to see if they had any PINK.
3. My favorite colors ended up being the colors I took a chance on. (fuchsia and deep salmon PINK)
4. Variety was key (sweaters, tanks, T’s, shirts, bloused, etc)
5. When I had more accessories I didn’t always “feel” so PINK
6. I WON’T wear 3.5 – 4″ stilettos (bought a pair of pink suede and sent them back)
7. DON’T select a color for the season until you see what is “ON TREND”
8. Makeup is important too!  (I didn’t have enough PINK makeup in a shade that was complementary)
9. A PINK handbag would have worked wonders as would a PINK belt
10. I’m not as smart as I thought I was!

I’m glad that I can now begin to wear my favorite color  blue (tomorrow) but I think the best thing that I have taken away from this project is making myself work it.  As Tim Gunn would say “make it work”.

I do have some pink in my wardrobe now but the pinks that I like the very best are the more vibrant, deeper shades NOT the soft shades.  Can anyone say CONSIGNMENT?  Don’t forget your mammograms and if you are interested in helping others, why not Volunteer ?

Read the WHY?

“Look Good, Feel Great and Have FUN Doing It!”

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Posted by: Karen Hughes, Founder of Image Assets, an Image Consulting Firm serving the Alpharetta and Metro Atlanta areas. As a seasoned certified image consultant, Karen follows a simple philosophy: educate, empower, and enrich the lives of her clients. Her philosophy is enmeshed throughout her practice and can be observed in her workshops, clinics, and one-on-one consultations. Her energetic and interactive style makes her a sought-after training resource for organizations and individuals alike. Even the most difficult topics seem effortless for Karen as she tackles such challenges as professional etiquette, business dress personal image and body shape.

Posted by Karen Hughes on October 31st, 2009 in Breast Cancer Awareness, Events