10 WAYS TO WEAR A TURTLENECK

I have a love/hate relationship with turtlenecks. Well it’s mostly been hate but lately I’ve been changing my tune.  I think the hate stems from a long history with those awful holiday turtlenecks. You know those cotton themed turtlenecks that you’d rock underneath a holiday sweater or sweatshirt? I wore a lot of those in elementary school. A lot.

Well those memories must be fading because I am kind of into the idea of wearing a turtleneck this fall. Call me crazy but I think the right turtleneck with the right styling can look pretty darn chic.

I’ve been trolling the web for the 10 best ways to wear a turtleneck this fall and here they are …

1. WITH DENIM

Look at this girl making her Canadian tuxedo look downright chic by adding a black turtleneck underneath. Just looking at her makes me want to burst in flames (a turtleneck, a jean jacket, and a pea-coat – impressive) but dang she looks good.

2. WITH SHORTS

This is one of my favorite Olivia P. outfits of all time. The chunky sweater offsets the short-shorts perfectly.

3. PAIRED WITH LEATHER

Because leather makes everything better.

4. OVER-SIZED AND SHADED

Some days you just need to wear a comfy, gigantic sweaters. Adding shades make you look vs lazy.

5. WITH A POP OF COLOR

A long coat in a vibrant color takes a white turtleneck was blah to bangin.

6. ADD SOME STUNNING EAR CANDY

Turtlenecks don’t leave a lot of room for jewelry like necklaces and bracelets but many of them are practically begging for some ear candy. The ear cuff looks amazing paired with this classic turtleneck.

7. OR JUST WEAR A DARN NECKLACE

Sure turtlenecks really don’t need necklaces but sometimes you just have to do it anyways.

8. COLOR BLOCK IT

Look at her go in her green and blue. Love how the neutral coat tones the look down a bit.

9. WITH A MOTO JACKET

I will absolutely be recreating this look this fall.

  10. OR JUST KEEP IT CLASSIC

Timeless and forever chic with a black pencil skirt and a classic handbag.

Jus

by LAUREN MESSIAH

Please be free to leave your comment!!!!

Marta Marques

HOW VANITY SIZING IS KILLING YOUR SELF ESTEEM

The topic of vanity sizes has been on my mind for quite some time.  Then I stumbled across this article in The Hollywood Reporter. It’s all about the origin of size zero clothing and the wild world of vanity sizing. It struck a nerve with me. Perhaps its because I work as a personal stylist for real women every day and size related meltdowns and confusion are a regular occurrence. Either a woman has too closely identified her size with her self worth OR she has no idea what size she wears! Here is a real life scenario …

Me: What size you do wear?

Note that I also measure all of my clients because sizes lie but a measuring tape does not.

Client: I wear a size 6

Me: Okay, lets take a look in your closet  …

What do I see? I see a closet full of J. Crew and Gap who are both notorious for vanity sizing. Well, this client is ready for an upgrade. She just got a promotion and her J. Crew and Gap wardrobe from 5 years ago don’t reflect who she is or the budget she is working with today. The problem is, the new clothes that I plan on putting her in aren’t sized as generously. So instead of a 6, we’re looking more at a size 8 or even a 10. Do you think my client is going to be excited about suddenly “gaining” weight? Who is ever about going up a size? Cue the meltdown. Well actually not on my watch. I teach my clients that the size in tag doesn’t mean a thing and if I know they won’t believe me, I hide the tag. The psychological mind-fuck involved in seeing a size 10 instead a size 6 isn’t going to happen during one of my styling sessions.

So why do brands do this to us? Look at how torturous it is! The reason they do it is because when you reverse the scenario the results are a lot more glorious. Fitting into a size 0 when you are really a size 4 gives you a rush (good for the customer) and that rush typically results in a purchase (good for the company).

To me this is nonsense and the madness needs to stop. Can we get some standardized sizing in the house? Clearly that isn’t going to happen anytime soon but you can do a few things to protect yourself from the punch in the gut you self-esteem experiences every time you go shopping.

GET TO KNOW YOUR BODY

A lot of people use the size of their clothing as a marker for weigh loss and weigh gain. Stop doing that. Standardized sizing doesn’t exist so suddenly fitting into a size 2 doesn’t necessarily mean you lost weight, nor wearing a size 6 mean you gained weight. Take your measurements and take a good hard look at yourself in the mirror (naked) – THAT should be your benchmark.

BECOME SIZE BLIND

This is easier said than done but start training yourself to become size-blind. Once you know how clothes are supposed to fit, then becoming size blind becomes a lot easier. If something fits and look incredible on you, the number on that tag won’t even matter.

CUT IT OUT

I know, I know EVERYBODY says this but, seriously, give it a try. Once you’ve purchased the garment and brought it home, cut the darn tag out. I guarantee after a week or so has passed you won’t ever remember the size.

LEARN YOUR BRANDS

Try on a variety of brands and get to know how they are cut (or hire a stylist who knows that info like the back of her hand). Knowledge is power, my friends. Once you know that H&M is totally full of shit when it comes to their sizes, then you won’t care if you wear a size 2 or a size 12.

Marta Marques

by LAUREN MESSIAH

HOW TO LAYER FOR FALL IN 6 EASY STEPS

originally posted on Glam.com

As a stylist, I get a lot of questions on the topic of layering. It can sometimes be really difficult to figure out what looks good and what doesn’t. There is also that age old conundrum, how do I look cool, stylish, as opposed to bulky and overdone? Then there are the women who are afraid to layer their clothes for the fear of looking bigger than they actually are. The layering universe can be a scary place, I get it.

Here’s the good news, a perfectly layered look will compliment your curves and create the illusion of a proportional silhouette. Rocking lots of layers also helps manage falls tricky temperatures (wake up and its 45 degrees, come lunch time its 70) because you can strip down or add to depending on the weather.

I’ve got a few tips that will help you layer like a champ come fall. Not into instructions? Then check out some layered looks that are inspiring me this fall.

STEP 1: START WITH THE BASICS

For the first layer, stick to the basics. I suggest a solid neutral, lightweight top that can go with anything! Keep it somewhat fitted to keep your shape looking slim.

STEP 2: ADD A SWEATER

You’ve nailed step 1, now just throw on your favorite knit sweater or soft cardigan. Make sure its a fine knit, we still want to keep the silhouette nice and tight.

STEP 3: ADD JACKET … AND BELT IT

Now toss on a jacket or a blazer and belt it.The belt is a key ingredient here. It locks in the layers and shows off your fabulous waist.

STEP 4: PANTS, PLEASE!

Pick your poison when it comes to your bottoms but make sure you they flatter your figure. My favorite for fall is a pair of great leather leggings. Why? Well they are warm and a perfect for step 5 …

STEP 5: BOOTS UP

Tall boots scream fall and act as a layer over your pants. Tall boots work best with skinny jeans or leather leggings.

STEP 6: ACCESSORIZE 

Step 6 is where you can really have some fun. Fall will add some depth and visual interest to your look without making you too hot. Try cute beanie or a fedora, an interested scarf, or layered jewelry to give your look that always necessary finishing touch.

Marta Marques

by LAUREN MESSIAH

10 WAYS TO WEAR METALLICS

Last week I bought a pair of gold metallic J Brand skinny jeans, true story. They were only $50 at Marshalls and they were the exact cut/style that I like from J Brand. Those two reasons served as reason enough to buy a pair of gold metallic pants.

Then I got home and was like, “oh snap, how I am going to wear these pants!”

Lucky for my pants, I’m a stylist and I have already come up with a ton of different ways to wear them. In fact, I’ve already worn them once. They were a great way to add some visual interest into my fall/ winter wardrobe.

So spice up your fall wardrobe with some metallics! They are a shockingly easy and chic way to add a little flavor to your wardrobe. They might sound a little intimidating, but it’s a lot easier than you think. Here are 10 stylish ways to wear metallics …

1. ON YOUR FEET

Tip toe into this trend by wearing a pair of metallic shoes on your feet.

2. SHINY OUTERWEAR

For the extra bold, wear a metallic  jacket or coat. I had a gold metallic trench in college, I miss that coat …

3. DRESS IT UP

Go big or go home with a metallic shift dress.

4. TONE IT DOWN WITH NEUTRALS

Take the bling down a notch or two with a neutral like camel or beige.

5. WHITE OUT

Because silver + white = oh so nice!

6. ADD BLACK

This is exactly what I did with my gold pants. Can’t go wrong with black.

7. WITH A TEE

A graphic tee gets an instant upgrade when paired with a metallic.

8. SNEAK IT IN

If you are really scared, then try wearing a metallic belt. Keep it simple, subtle, and a bit sneaky.

9. BEYONCE-IFY IT

Just do whatever Beyonce does … But seriously, I like how she made her metallic pants super casual. Go, Bey!

10. KNIT IT

A cozy sweater paired with a cold-as-ice metallic makes for the most perfect pairing.

ENJOY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Marta Marques

by LAUREN MESSIAH

COLD-WEATHER COATS FOR YOUR BODY TYPE

Let me start by saying this, I am totally jealous of the people get to wear coats this fall. It is still summer here in LA and I am not happy about it. At all. Okay I’m through complaining, now on to the advice!

When its cold outside the first priority is to keep warm but would it kill you to do it in style and flatter your figure while you’re at it? Tall order, I know, but it can be done. I compiled a few simple guidelines to help you shop for the most perfect fitting fall/winter coat ever.

NO CURVES

If you have a boyish or a figure with little to no curves, then faking it is your best option. Look for belted coats with a flared hemline and a slight shoulder pad. Need further inspiration, check out Alexa Chung’s coat game because it’s on point.

BIGGER ON THE TOP

For all the busty gals out there there is hope when it comes to finding coats. Balance out your bust with a tailored coat. Look for accents such as belts (or add your own), peplums, flared skirt-like hemlines, or a printed bottom half. These details will accent your waist and draw attention away from your bust.

BIGGER ON THE BOTTOM

Big booty girls in the house! If you’d like to downplay your bottom half then look for coats with fur on top, a dramatic collar, or a v-neck.  Avoid double breasted coats, and they aren’t your friend in this particular situation. Another option would be a coat with an asymmetrical button line.

PROPORTIONAL

Hourglass girls need to be careful with their coat choices if they’d like to flatter their figures. Anything too boxy or over-sized will look dowdy. You simply can’t go wrong with a trench coat.  Belted and single-breasted coats are a sure bet as well.

BIGGER  IN THE MIDDLE

If you are bigger in the middle, create a diversion with a stylish blanket coat (so in style this season too). If a blanket coat isn’t your style, then try a style that you do like but one with an all over pattern. The pattern will distract and conceal your problem area.

Happy coat shopping!

by LAUREN MESSIAH

Witch style you identify with

There are 7 different "styles" which you can identify yourself. 
Witch one is yours? 

Sometimes we think that we look better on one style, but your life tell us different things.

Do you want to find out? Make the personality test with me and I will tell you.

1 - Sporty style 
2 - Elegant Style 
3 - Romantic Style 
4 - Sexy Style 
5 - Modern Style
6 - Traditional or Classic Style
7- Creative Style

What´s yours???

What Type of body do you have

Every body is different from the other....
We can even use the same clothe number that a friend of ours and the clothes do not fall in the same way..
This variation has to do with the kind of body we have.
To better know WHAT we use, we have to  to know HOW to use it!!!!!!
Risks and know what your body type and what favors!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Just asking to someone with experience it becomes easier!!!!

Ask me.

• Oval
• Rectangular
• Hourglass
• Triangle
• Inverted Triangle

What can I use with my body type?
What gets me better????

The Image Consulting's helps you!!!!!.....

It´s time to change!

MM

What do I do more????

PERSONAL SHOPPING

Following the wardrobe session I undertake pre shopping research and plan our session in advance so our time together is spent wisely. Where suitable, and if possible, I will book exclusive use of a personal shopping suite to make the session more relaxed.

YOU AND I WILL GO SHOPPING TOGETHER AND, DEPENDING ON YOUR PARTICULAR GOALS AND TIME ALLOCATED, YOU CAN:

Try new styles and accessories that you may have previously overlooked or disregarded.
Learn about and get clarity on how to dress in your own personal style.
Get new ideas on where to shop.
Learn tips and advice through demonstration using YOU!
Go home with some lovely, wearable items to begin building your new, stylish, wardrobe.
I aim to make the personal shopping and styling experience relaxed and fun – the objective is to get you new items that make you look and feel great. The usual stresses are taken care of. You will learn a lot, have fun and buy some fantastic new garments and accessories.

From here, the next step for those who struggle with pulling it all together, is an outfit building session. 

Gift vouchers are also available, so please get in touch to discuss your requirements.

Marta Marques - Image and Health Consulting

Curtir

What do I realy do

What do I do?

Let´s start with:

WARDROBE & STYLE REVIEW

This session is where I really get to know you, and you me, enabling us to gain a very clear picture of what is required to get the best results from your shopping and styling session.

THE SESSION IS MADE UP OF THE FOLLOWING ELEMENTS, DEPENDING ON GOALS AND PRIORITIES:

Conduct a thorough initial assessment, style inquiry and review, discovering who you are, today and the image you currently portray, and what adjustments may be required.
Undertake a basic color analysis, teaching you what colors, shades and resonances best suit you, your skin tone and personality.
See what you already have - what works, what doesn't and what we need to add to a priority shopping list.
Look at possible alterations to existing garments - I can pin and prepare suitable items ready to be taken for alterations.
Understand you, your lifestyle, body shape and self-image and learn more about your current shopping habits, teaching you what works and why.
Using your existing wardrobe, begin educating you on how to dress in the most flattering way.
Advise you on the best way to organize your wardrobe and on specific items, such as hanger and boxes, to aid you.
Leave you with an uncluttered wardrobe ready to be refreshed with some lovely new things!
I promise to be honest but kind and tactful – my only objective is to get you looking great and to gain a clear understanding of where you are in your life, with your current style, and where we are going to take you.

From here, the next step is a personal shopping session... I will explain it later 

The Well Dressed Woman Workshop

The easiest way to gain a polished presence is in your dress! Have you ever... ...stood in front of your closet full of clothes with no idea what to put on, just knowing that you didn't want anything in front of you? ...walked into a department store only to want to run right out?   ...felt baffled by the ideas of "dressing your body type" or "picking out classic clothes"? Join our fist workshop. Wait and be attentive to news

We have to start somehow

                                         The first step for "THE CHANGE" is START

And DON´T STOP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Beauty to you

The call "beauty" comes from what you see in others and you like.
Beauty comes from what we define like " Divas". What they wear, their hair, the colors they use... everything on them is perfect.
What we have to do in our life is just adapt that "diva" to our body, to our personality, to our way to live.
The biggest problem is the "courage" to start!!!! But doesn't have to be like that.
Everyone  can be helped :)
A personal stylist, a image consulting is someone that study for that. Someone that knows what to use in each occasion, what color is the best for you according your body characteristics, what hair makes you fell more confident , what clothes you should have in your closet to make it easier to dress every day, and most important what you CAN´T wear or have on your closet.

Start changing today!!!! CHANGE what you dont like in you. You can start with your weight, your closet, your hair... you chose. Changing is one of the most difficult thing that you can do in your life, but can be the most satisfactory one.

Start now!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dress for a weding

If you have to chose, what of this dresses will you chose to go to a wedding. Has to be blue color :)

Some dresses are not done for some occasions. Here you have the proof. 
What would you chose????