As part of my programme I offer clients a complete Wardrobe Re-vamp. In the comfort of their home, over five or six hours, my clients try on every item in their wardrobe and I assess eash piece to see what works - both in terms of flattering their shape and also suitability for their lifestyle and career. I am ruthless - but for a purpose. Actually it is great fun and perfect for those of you who open the door to their 'full-to-bursting' wardrobe and sigh "I have nothing to wear!" - because, after I have worked my magic, you will be absolutely right!
Of course you can do your own wardrobe re-vamp if you choose - but I bet you'll hang onto stuff that you should throw away, and throw away some items that could be kept if worn in a different way! Such are the benefits of having an expert do it for you.
Once you have weeded out all the unflattering items in your wardrobe and removed them from the house, take a close look at what remains. How well do you care for your clothes? Can you go to your wardrobe every morning, pick out anything and guarantee that it is clean, ironed, in good repair and ready to wear? Since you are now adopting the 'cost-per-wear' principle and buying the best you can afford it would be silly not to take the best care of your 'investment' pieces.
If the label calls for dry cleaning, then ave them dry cleaned. If you don't want to go to this expense then check labels before buying.
Keep shoe polish in your wardrobe and ensure shoes are cleaned and polished, brushed and clean before replacing them in their boxes.
How do you arrange your clothes n your wardrobe?
"Arrange?" I hear you cry. "I just shove everything in wherever it will fit!"
it is vital that when you open your wardrobe you are inspired - it makes it so much easier to select an outfit - so arrange clothes by colour, group into skirts, trousers, tops etc., or any way that works for you. Make it look inviting and inspiring.
Oh yes - I do hope that you don't have any wire coathangers in your wardrobe - get them out NOW! I hang most of my dresses and tops on padded coathangers. It looks wonderfully opulent, gives a softer surface and ensures clothes aren't crammed in. Invest in some.
If you are dressed in a well-kept, stylish, quality suit then people will assume that they are dealing with a successful, quality person with integrity. If you are dressed in a cheap, badly cut, ill-fitting, high fashion outfit that doesn't suit you then people will draw the conclusion that you are not successful or professional and you cannot be relied upon. Harsh but true.
Top Tip
Maximise your investment by taking the best possible care of your clothes.
Copyright - 2011, Sue Courtney, Success & Image Ltd. All rights reserved.
Excerpted from "The Ultimate Guide to Personal Rebranding for Professional Females Climbing the Corporate Ladder" by Sue Courtney
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