Posted by Karen Hughes on March 5th, 2010 in Articles, Fashion Tips, Style, success
One of the biggest and most inspiring challenges that I have as an image consultant is helping someone create their. unique wardrobe. Style that is “uniquely” yours separates you from the competition and allows you to be yourself, feel confident and reach your goals.
In order to discover your unique style, I need to “get inside [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on February 22nd, 2010 in Articles, Fashion Tips, Style, Trends, Wardrobe, success
I love to walk and listen to my iPod while walking. Sometimes I am inspired and motivated to write when I listen. If you haven’t heard the singer Adele, the YouTube link here is what inspired my latest post! It’s called Hometown Glory.
Although I am certain she in NOT talking about fashion, I couldn’t [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on February 19th, 2010 in Accessories, Articles, Color, Fashion Tips, Style, Wardrobe, style camp, success
I’ve been in a lot of closets over the past few weeks and I wanted to share with you some of my observations.
Whatever stage of life you are in-whether you are: at home with your children, in the midst of your career or retired, everyone is in search of great looks every day.
You see your [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on January 28th, 2010 in Articles, Fashion Tips, Image, Style, Wardrobe, success
Up to this point we’ve been talking about the dangers in choosing the problem with pattern that cause wardrobe malfunction. The second danger zone is fitting the body.
It never ceases to amaze me that even though there are at least 6 general body shapes, there is not a woman that shops who doesn’t expect to [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on January 26th, 2010 in Articles, Fashion Tips, Trends, Wardrobe, success
If you have been to StyleCAMP you’ve heard all about my own personal pattern malfunction! (more about that another day!) Have you ever taken stock of what is in your closet to see what patters you have in there? Pattern can have a wonderful way of adding new dimension and personality to your wardrobe. It [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on January 25th, 2010 in Articles, Fashion Tips, Style, Wardrobe, success
It’s been pretty cold here in the southeast this winter especially since the holidays have left their distant memory. I usually relax my guard after the holidays under the shroud of my winter woolies. Besides, no on will see my body in a bathing suit for a few months, right? Beware, there [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on January 18th, 2010 in Articles, Fashion Tips, Style, Wardrobe, success
I really hate returns, well, I take that back. The only returns I like are on my investments and those are few and far between these days! But seriously, I abhor returning items to a store. It is a waste of time and money. Here are 5 easy ways to eliminate or at the very [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on January 13th, 2010 in Articles, Fashion Tips, Image, Image Matters Newsletter, Style, Trends, Wardrobe, success
There should be a “pop” up on your screen to allow you a final “vote”. Check your “pop-up” blocker and allow so you can vote! Help us name her! She’s young, she’s fresh, she’s sooooo-”she-she”. But, who is she? We will reveal her name on January 30th at StyleCAMP.
This [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on January 12th, 2010 in Articles, Fashion Tips, Image, Style, Wardrobe, success
In Part 1 we discussed, key core pieces, Part 2 we discovered the importance of accent colors. Now in the final installment of a Wardrobe Based on Purpose, we explore Accessories!
Much like the “icing” on a cake, accessories complete the outfit. To leave the icing off just doesn’t “taste” as good. Neither does your outfit! [...]
Posted by Karen Hughes on January 8th, 2010 in Image, Style, success
The advent of “What Not To Wear”, “America’s Next Top Model” and “Project Runway” has heightened awareness of personal appearance. That’s the good news. The not so good news is that “everyone” seems to think they are a personal stylist.
The challenge for the consumer is to know what to expect from a “personal stylist” [...]