Who will show up to your next meeting? Of course, you will, but will you be there as the best version of yourself? There’s no question that your inner self will be on her best game. But what about your outer self or your visual image? Do your clothing, hair and make-up reflect who you really are? When your inner self and your outer image don’t match, there’s a real disconnect. You may confuse your audience, and even though everything seems to be going fine, chances are extremely good that you’re simply not being as effective as absolutely possible. Your full potential isn’t being met. What if your job could become easier if your image were helping you communicate? I’m certainly not implying you should use your clothes and image to try to impress; however, when you match up how you look on the outside with who your are on the inside, you become more confident, credible, authoritative, and effective. And these are just a few of the non-verbal messages your image can send out. Your image can truly be your “silent PR manager.” Ask yourself the following questions to decide whether it’s time for an update:

• Does your clothing

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As an image consultant, wardrobe consultant, personal stylist and personal shopper, I know that taking the plunge and making the call might be intimidating. Check out my video to learn all about my personal style philosophies and how I can help you with closet audits or edits, style assessments, personal shopping and more. I'd love to meet you! Just click on the link to watch.  Dana on You Tube

Last night was the big night for all in the movie biz…the Oscars…the Red Carpet! It got me thinking that the anticipation of such a big night with so many viewers and so many cameras could be especially stressful. And then I pondered just a bit more…While most of us don’t have the paparazzi lurking around, there are plenty of eyes on us each day. Our bosses, co-workers, business partners and clients are all seeing us every day. Just like the public is judging the stars, these people are forming impression of us based on our image. And the way you look can make you or break you! Do you appear knowledgeable and credible? Are you up to date and well put together? Have you taken care of all the details? Does your image reflect what you want everyone to know about you, or does it just get you by? Will your image win you an Academy Award for best "costume designer" in the movie of your life? Did you know that often times a client will decide if she wants to hire you solely based on your appearance? Many times an employer will decide whether or not to hire you in the (Read more...)

Is your significant other hinting that she’d like some help with her wardrobe? An Elements of Image gift certificate is the perfect gift! It’s easy!  Simply choose the amount you’d like to spend or the service you’d like her to have. Then contact me at 303-868-8925 or dana@elementsofimage.com. We’ll discuss her needs and your budget, and I’ll put the perfect package together to fit them both! Perhaps you’ve been hoping to work with a personal style expert for a long time. Feel free to hint around. Why not copy and paste this web site address in an e-mail to your beloved along with the message, “Here’s what I want”? Sometimes subtlety isn’t the answer! Check out my services page for more ideas, but again, I’d love to have a chat to help you find the perfect gift to fit her needs.

Does any of this sound familiar?

•     You stand in front of your stuffed closet certain "you don't have anything to wear."

•     You feel like you're in a rut wearing the same 6 outfits over and over because they're easy, but you know you're forgetting some of the cute clothes and accessories you own.

•     You look in the mirror and notice that the woman staring back at you doesn't reflect the put together, accomplished woman that you are.

Yes? Then join me for this FREE, PHOTO AND CONTENT RICH teleseminar on November 27, 2012 at 5:30 p.m. MST Check out my speaking page for all of the details.

There are certainly a lot of rules about what to wear when you’re interviewing for a job. The aspect that often gets overlooked is the fact that it’s crucial to create a memorable aspect of your appearance. Especially if a firm is interviewing tons of candidates, such as law firms and accounting firms, creating  something memorable about your image  can help you stand out in the crowd. Of course, your resume is crucial and so are your answers and conduct, but wearing something the interviewers can remember you by is an additional way to stand out in the sea of applicants. So how do you do this? It’s really quite easy. First, your appearance must be impeccable, and then an accessory or blouse can do the trick. Debbie was a client who was going for a final interview for a big step up in the healthcare industry. The suits she’d been wearing had been colorful and a little too feminine. She knew her stuff and was highly qualified, but the male interviewer was tough and she needed a suit that would give her strength and command authority. We chose a black pant suit, and because Debbie was blonde with blue eyes, (Read more...)

Do you have a friend, mother, sister, daughter or other special female in your life who is tough to shop for? Or perhaps you’ve just run out of gift ideas for her over the years. An elements of image gift certificate is the perfect gift! It’s easy!  Simply choose the amount you’d like to spend or the service you’d like her to have. Then contact me at 303-463-4839,  303-868-8925 or fill in the form on the right.  We’ll discuss her needs and your budget, and I’ll put the perfect package together to fit them both! A suggestion?  A Princess Day:  Treat your mom, best friend or any other special female in your life to a Princess Day.  I’ll take you both shopping at her favorite stores. Yes, you get to come along, but this day is all about the princess! (She not only gets pampering and expert advice, she gets to spend time with you, too!)  Since every wish is her command, we’ll do exactly what she wants…maybe a new outfit or two,  learning what styles look the best on her,  or even finding the perfect shoes for every outfit. (Read more...)

If you are an avid reader of the e-Style Tip of the month, you know I am now representing Carlisle (clothing) as a virtual representative through the carlisleboutique.com. As an image consultant, when I was presented with the opportunity, I jumped at it. It’s such a fantastic new way to shop. You can shop online at your convenience (in you p.j.’s even) and you can get actual, expert advice on your purchases from ME! Over the past weekend, my regional manager and I showed the line and sold pieces at the Junior League of Denver’s Holiday Mart. It was fun having so many fabulous garments at my finger tips. Let me tell you—the clothes are absolutely amazing! I’ve truly never seen such beautiful quality in clothing. Here are a few things you might not know about the product:

• The wools come from mills in Italy, where they do wool best. I typically find wool a little itchy—not here!. I modeled wool jackets comfortably all weekend at the show. Here’s my favorite, (shown above.)  Yep it’s purple!
• Carlisle uses fabrics from the same mills that Armani and Chanel use.
• Details on the clothing

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A lot of web sites have a page for “FAQ’s.” I don’t…no particular reason. Or perhaps I prefer to  answer questions individually. Nevertheless, for today’s blog post,  I have decided to address questions and comments I get a lot. Where do you shop for your clients? Where I shop for you is usually dictated by your personal style and budget. I shop at a variety of department stores, specialty stores and boutiques. In terms of areas, I find Cherry Creek and Park Meadows to have the best selections, while outlying malls typically have smaller inventories of both size and styles. How do you choose the clothes for you clients to try on? Before I step foot into a store to begin personal shopping, we’ve done a style assessment and I have your style recipe. I’ll also have your shopping list. We may be starting completely from scratch or filling in with pieces to make your wardrobe work harder for you. No matter what you need, I am searching for clothes to match your personal style; fit your lifestyle; and budget and flatter your body type. (Read more...)

Midi length skirts and dresses are the newest trend on the style horizon for fall 2011. If you remember these numbers from the ‘70’s and ‘80’s, you may be thinking “Yikes, really?” If you don’t remember them at all, you may be ready to wear this new style with abandon. No matter which group you fall into, I encourage you to read on. Midi skirts can go terribly wrong! It’s easy to veer into “frump territory.” And it's especially for petite women  to completely destroy the long leg line you've worked so hard to achieve. Somewhat similar to mini skirts, there is a range of lengths for the midi, from barely below the knee to just above the ankle. Personally, I prefer midis on the shorter side; however, experimenting to find your perfect length skirt is advisable. Here are just a few tips to help you make the most of this new length:

• “Short over long,” is a rule you want to follow. In other words, since your skirt is long, be sure to pair it with a short jacket or tucked in blouse. This allows you an uninterrupted line from waist to hem.

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