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• Gives you amazing long lashes.
• Doesn’t clump or smudge.
• Adds drama to your eyes.

The Down Side:

• Drys up quick. This mascara seems to last about half the life cycle of others I’ve tried. I think the thick brush wastes more than gets applied. However, it’s totally worth it.

I highly recommend you try this fabulous mascara, and I hope you will  love it too! -Lee

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Are you frustrated with a closet full of nothing to wear?
Do you spend way too much time choosing outfits?
Do the clothes you put on never look or fit the way you want?
Sound familiar?
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No matter what your shape, size, or means, you can achieve great style with the right guidance.  Whether you want a fresh, new style that better reflects your personality or you’re looking for style help around a specific area of your life, working with a style expert is the fastest and most efficient way to achieve your goals.
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The Virtual Style Consultation is perfect for you if…

• You are bored with your current style and wish you had expert style advice on how to transform your current look.
• You want direction on how to create a style roadmap—one that makes getting dressed simple and effortless.
• You enjoy taking the time to learn how to create the style you want and implement it yourself.
• You want access to expert style coaching, but don’t want to invest a lot of money.

When you invest in a Virtual Style Consultation, you’ll receive…

• A one-on-one, 45-minute phone or Skype call.
• Guidance for identifying and defining your personal style.
• Tips on how to edit your closet to eliminate pieces that no longer work for your image and lifestyle and to maximize the benefit of your favorite and classic wardrobe pieces.
• Guidelines for shopping to stretch your budget and build a versatile, stylish wardrobe.
• Suggestions for building outfits that flatter your figure and portray the image you want the world to see.

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When you sign up for your Virtual Style Consultation by February 1st, 2012 you will receive a FREE copy of my new book, Simply Effortless Style.

What Other’s Are Saying:

I can’t thank you enough for the help you have given me in just one short session. My Virtual Style Consultation was more than I could have hoped for. Your examples of actual products in online stores really helped me to visualize what you were telling me. I went shopping this weekend for a few hours. I kept everything you said in mind and I didn’t get frustrated. For the first time EVER I’m excited about updating my wardrobe. I really can’t thank you enough. You are amazing!!! Thanks again!!
– Rachel Muraca – Kansas City, MO

We’ve all seen a list of the 10 most versatile wardrobe pieces you should own. You probably already have some of them. The trick to making wardrobe pieces versatile is making them your own. Each piece should be representative of your personal style.

On any must-have list, you will find the classic white shirt. I find this shirt in almost everyone’s closet. However, most people don’t actually wear it. Why? Because they saw it on the list and went out and bought a classic white shirt, not a shirt they actually want to wear.

When you are purchasing staple wardrobe pieces, keep the following in mind:

• Look for details that make the piece special or unique to you. For example, purchase a classic white shirt that appeals to your style. Your classic white shirt could be a wrap shirt or have tuxedo detailing. It is still as classic as the button-down you see on the list, but yours is a version you will wear a lot more.

• Buy quality pieces. How many pairs of black pants do you own because you keep buying versions of the “perfect” pant? It is easy to be swept away by the price, not the pant. The result is discontent with the pant you have. You will spend more money buying 5 imperfect versions than you would have spent purchasing one pair of quality, well-fitting pants.

• The fit of your clothing is key. Your wardrobe staples should fit you like a glove. Sometimes a perfect fit cannot be achieved from clothing straight off the rack. Get to know a tailor. She can help you make small adjustments to your clothing. Your staple wardrobe pieces are worth the investment.

• Keep your lifestyle in mind. Remembering what you do on a day-to-day basis is one of the best tips I can give you. This will help you purchase versatile clothing that functions for what you actually do. A day dress is a very versatile piece, but if you run around all day, a dry clean only version will not do the trick. Choose a dress in a wearable and washable fabric.

Click here to view my list of the 10 Most Versatile Wardrobe Pieces.

It is impossible to create a wardrobe that allows you to get dressed quickly when you have no style direction or goal in mind. What you get is a closet full of clothes you don’t want to wear.

Whatever your wardrobe challenge is, it can be fixed! You just need to figure out why you are not happy with your style. And thinking to yourself, “I don’t have a perfect body,” is not a reason. Start by determining your style goals.

Observe what people are wearing when you think to yourself, “Wow! They look great!” Do you notice a pattern in what you like? Is it always a certain style?

Become aware of styles you naturally gravitate to. For example, when you are out shopping are you constantly drawn to classic and sophisticated looks, or bohemian chic ones? Make note of this. 

Ask yourself how you want to look. Do you want to look younger, more modern, more professional, more put together. Then ask yourself why you want to look this way. The why is important.

Pretend you live in a perfect world with none of your lifestyle and body constraints. Now, what would you like to wear everyday?

If you feel stuck, get inspiration from fashion magazines. Cut out pictures to narrow down what you really like. Don’t focus on what you think you can wear, just focus on things you like. 

Take some time to think about these questions and write down your answers. Your responses will help you determine why you are unhappy with your current wardrobe. Then, work towards creating a versatile wardrobe that meets your style goals and functions for your lifestyle.

Let Charleston Style Concierge show you how to create a wardrobe you love to wear. Through a compete image and style assessment, clients learn how to create an easy and effortless style.

The word fit gets thrown around a lot in our lives. Something may not fit your lifestyle. Your last job just wasn’t a good fit. Or maybe last week you were really fit to be tied. With so many things in our lives revolving around what fits, how is it that fit gets thrown out the window when it comes to our style?
 Does it fit? That is the question you heard from your mother right before she came into the dressing room with her fit checklist. There were a series of squats, bends, and seated positions before the pants in question were deemed a good fit. Now, as an adult, you may have your own fit checklist, but does your clothing really fit?
When it comes to great style, fit is key!