Whenever I work with personal shopping clients who want to make a big change to their wardrobe, I always talk to them about taking their time. Whether they want to add some new pieces or pare down what already exists, the key to honing your look, is to take it slow. You can’t go from wearing H&M to suddenly wearing Versace--it will look too drastic and jarring.
Most people only wear about 20% of what is in their closet. So, I always begin by editing a client’s closet. While it may seem a bit traumatic to purge that jacket from freshman year of college, a clean slate is necessary. You need to figure out what still works for you and what does not, and you shouldn’t be afraid to throw out clothes that you haven’t worn for a while. If you haven’t worn it the entire season, then let it go.
The next step is to stock up on classic pieces that are less likely to go out of style and can be turned to in a pinch. This is where I come in as the personal shopper and can help decide what the client needs and we set a budget.
Finally, I always tell people that their size does not matter. I repeat..size does not matter. Even the best-cut clothes won’t look right if the wearer hasn’t owned up to his/her true size. Concerning yourself with the size is self defeating. It’s all about the way something looks.
The payoff? Feeling good in your clothing. I’ve seen it happen with so many clients. A woman I worked with the other day said her husband was going to think she was cheating on him because her entire look was such a major improvement. That’s the power a great wardrobe can have!
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