How many times have you seen something in a store that you love (let’s go with a fabulous royal blue silky blouse) and have to have it, only to bring it home and realize you have no idea how to wear it? Or maybe you know how to wear it one way (like with jeans), and after that your mind goes blank! So that amazing piece that you had to have ends up living in your closet as a one hit wonder.
Ugh the sadness! That poor piece will never see the light of day…
So then the next time you’re out you end up buying something else to wear to that conference or event because it didn’t come to your mind to wear the beautiful royal blue silky blouse with a pair of white wide leg trousers or a black pencil skirt and animal print heels. And then that new piece that you just bought gets worn once and then finds itself in the same place in your closet with all of the other one hit wonders.
And this is why your closet is stuffed yet you have nothing to wear!
If you were to look in your closet and calculate the amount of money you’ve spent on clothes you never wear, would you be shocked? And this is not about shaming you or making you feel bad. It’s an opportunity to ask yourself if you shop with intention.
When you shop are you clear on your style vision? Do you know how you want to show up and feel in your clothes? Have you thought about what the next version of you will be wearing? And do you know which pieces to add to your existing wardrobe to allow you to mix and match pieces to create multiple looks? This clarity is what allows you to shop wisely and focus on key investment pieces.
It’s kind of like baking a vegan chocolate cake. I’m definitely clear that it has chocolate and vegan butter in the recipe, yet after that I’m lost. So if I were to go to Whole Foods to buy ingredients, I’d wander around for probably 30 minutes more than necessary and end up buying things I think I’ll need yet likely don’t. So I’ll waste my time and money with that lack of clarity.
On the other hand, if I take the time initially to find a yummy recipe from someone who knows how to bake a vegan chocolate cake, my trip to Whole Foods will be fast and I won’t waste money on the ingredients I don’t need… or miss what I do need and have to make a second trip!
Let’s take this back to your style. There’s this misconception that working with a stylist is expensive and a luxury. And yes, it’s absolutely an investment in yourself. However when you look at the long term, you actually end up saving money (well at least with me)! Here’s how:
- You’re clear on what to buy for your current lifestyle and the lifestyle you are creating instead of randomly shopping (and wasting money on one hit wonders)
- You learn how to mix and match what you already own to create new looks
- You learn what to invest in so that your clothes last longer
- You learn how to take care of your clothes so that they last longer
- You gain access to all of my secret shopping tips and discounts so that you save money when you buy
- You learn how to create your own looks (the formula) so that eventually you can do this on your own!
Even more important, the massive benefit is who you become in the process and what you then attract into your life. Typically it’s a promotion or a flurry of new clients that bring in unexpected money. As you raise your style energy, you begin attracting in people and opportunities at a whole new level.
So while it may seem like “just an outfit”, the work (with me) goes deeper than the physical.
Here’s one of many examples of the impact:
“I had no idea that the VIP style package was so comprehensive. I got to create a vision for my new self and stepped into the style I’ve always known I can embody. Amanda was so good at guiding and bringing it to life when I felt lost along the way. It was a whole experience much more than buying a few clothes. She brought me from where I was to the whole new woman that I was becoming. I am so grateful I invested in myself to do this work. It’s so much more than just “style”. My self value went up. My self image soared and I have clarity on who I am and what I get to embody.
The ease and fun of revamping my closet was just icing on the cake and the deals I got thanks to Amanda were a happy surprise. Overall a phenomenal experience and I will be using her services at least yearly if not seasonally. I will never go back to mindless shopping. Intentional shopping is where it’s at!”
-Barbara
I’m someone who believes in working with an expert if there’s an area of my life that I want to master. It saves time and money which are extremely valuable to me.
I invite you to ponder this question this week. How would your life change if you felt 100% confident in your style and had a closet full of pieces you love?
Take some time journaling and leave a comment below. I’d love to hear!
Oh and here’s a little taste of a few of the discounts my clients enjoy while working with me. Click here for access.
xoxo,
Style Specialist & Confidence Catalyst
