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Illusion Dressing to Look Taller & Slimmer For Business
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Illusion Dressing to Look Taller & Slimmer For Business

We are always shown clothing on pencil thin models and mannequins as though that were the norm. The tall skinny look never seems to go out in the fashion world, as if that body was the only figure allowed to wear clothes! At work we don’t need to look alluring or creative or faddish, just professional. Don’t worry, image consultants know really wearable tips and techniques to shave off a few pounds visually. Here are

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What Should Women Wear With Grey Pants
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What Should Women Wear With Grey Pants?

I know what some of you are thinking when you see a pair of grey slacks in the store, “How would I wear these in a way that represents my style?” Grey doesn’t have to be dull or dreary. In fact, it is a trending color in both office and casual wear. The good news is that grey is a wonderful wardrobe neutral and mid to dark greys look best paired with pastels or bright

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What is My Clothing Style - Featured
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What is My Clothing Style?

Finding your clothing style can be confusing largely because the magazines suggest combinations from the latest fad fashion to mix and match creatively but they are not always practical for work or wearable for play. In the image business we make it simple. It takes knowing your style preferences and how to build a “style story”. Knowing your fashion personality can help you build a wardrobe that makes it easy to shop, plan and organize.

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How the Well-Dressed Man Adjusts for Good Fit
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How the Well-Dressed Man Adjusts for Good Fit

Interestingly, anecdotal studies show that during the few seconds of a first impression one of the greatest detractors to individual credibility is poor fit. It is undoubtedly to your benefit to find clothes that fit and when this is not possible, you may need to consider alterations or custom-made garments. This means identifying your body type and the look you wish to achieve. But before we begin, let’s take a quick look at how fashion

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2017 Makeup Trends

2017 Makeup Trends   Every year, new makeup trends emerge or step back into the spotlight. As an image consultant, it is your responsibility to study these trends and determine if they are ideal for your client’s image or not. Take a look at these makeup trends for 2017 – do they fit with the image you’ve crafted for your clients? Healthy Skin with Bold Eyes or Lips Say goodbye to time spent contouring or blotting out imperfections.

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