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Shopping Tips for Fall: Using High & Low Tech Assistance

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

I was recently talking to a client who had taken her ” Wardrobe Wizard Color Chart,” and her line drawings with her when she went shopping.  She showed these to a sales person who knew the store stock well.  The sales lady helped her pick out lots of separate  pieces that really looked “cute together.”  Unfortunately, by the time she got home she did not remember what went with what.  The solution I suggested to her was to use her camera phone or digital camera next time she goes shopping.  Here are some shopping tips that will make it easier for you to shop for clothes.

Tips when shopping for new items for your wardrobe:

Before you go shopping, shop your closet. Use your camera phone or a digital camera to take pictures of the clothing you wear most often.  If you do not have another person to photograph you in your clothing, lay the pieces on your bed and take a picture of the different ways you mix and match your separates.

Load these picture on your computer, save them and print them out. Take these pictures with you when you go shopping.  The process of shopping your closet and photographing what you wear should help you be more aware of the gaps in your wardrobe. Every time you buy something new photograph it and add it to your saved file.  Eliminate photos of any clothing you eliminate from your wardrobe.

1.  When you actually go shopping ask the sales person to take pictures of you ( with your camera phone or digital camera) wearing pieces you are considering purchasing.

This is especially helpful if you are unsure about purchasing the items.    A picture will let you know if the clothing is really flattering.

2.  Bring items from your closet that are “orphans.”  ” A closet orphan,” is anything you are unable to wear because you have nothing to wear it with.

3. Bring some straight pins shopping so you can see how the clothing you like will look when it is hemmed or altered in strategic places.

4. Bring the shoes that look good with pants if you are shopping for pants or shoes that look good with skirts if you are looking for skirts or dresses.


Nancy Goldblatt, “The Wardrobe Wizard of Baltimore,” is a Personal Image Consultant trained by Color 1 Associates.  She specializes in working with midlife women whose shape or size has changed.  She is available to work with individuals and groups in Baltimore, Md and surrounding areas. Her website is WWW.WardrobeWiz.com/

She hopes to soon be able to do “virtual image consulting.”  This will mean she can work with individuals anywhere in the world.   Watch this blog for more information to follow soon!

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Does The Color Black Really Flatter You?

Sunday, July 26th, 2009

When you look in your closet how much black clothing do you see? Before I got trained as a ” Color 1 Personal Image Consultant,” I did not  know my best colors.   My mother wore a lot of black and she told me it was slenderizing, so for many years I  wore mostly black clothes.

In my sophomore year of college my roommate , who was a good friend, announced that if I bought one more piece of black clothing, she was going to strangle me. She was sick of looking at me in black.    Because l did not know what colors looked good on me and black was so easy to find, I bought  a few items with color, but I continued to wear lots of black.

In 1990, when I had my “color chart done,” by a ” Color 1 Associate” and got a wallet of my best shades, I was able to add lots more color to my wardrobe. I have said in previous blogs that by repeating body colors we  can create visual harmony because our  eyes automatically search for colors that are repeated.   My hair is very dark brown but gives the illusion of looking almost black.    Because the color black repeats my hair color it creates visual balance.    Now I combine black with my best shades of other colors.

Is black one of your body colors ? If not, then black is not a dark neutral for you.   You may still be able to wear black in small amounts  but in large amounts it may drain the color from your face,  and it can emphasize your lines and shadows.    For my clients  that  don’t look their best in black,  but aren’t ready to part with their black clothing , I tell them to shows some  skin  when they wear black.   This means v neck lines or scoop neck lines.   Or wear a scarf near your face that is a flattering color.

Wondering what your best dark or light neutrals are? I recommend getting JoAnna Nicholson’s books, “Dressing Smart for Women,” and “Dressing Smart for Men.”   These paperback books explain  the Color 1 approach to color which I believe is the most accurate system of color analysis around.

There are Color 1 Associates located all over the USA. Unfortunately, the Color1 website, listing the Associates and their contact information  has been down since May and I do not know when it will be back up.  If you are interested in having your colors done and you are located in Baltimore or surrounding areas including Washington, D.C.,  I am available to work with you. I offer a free 30 minute telephone consultation to help you determine if my services are right for you. If you are located elsewhere feel free to e-mail me and I will give you the name and number of the closest Color 1 Associate in your area.

Nancy Goldblatt, “The Wardrobe Wizard of Baltimore,” is a professionally trained personal image consultant.  She can be reached at nrgoldblatt at gmail dot com.   Her website is WWW.WardrobeWiz.com/

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How to Choose Flattering Glasses & Sunglasses:

Friday, June 26th, 2009

 

For those of you who need new glasses or plan to buy sunglasses here are a few tips for choosing flattering styles.

I learned about choosing flattering styles of glasses from JoAnna Nicholson, my teacher and  co-founder of Color 1 Associates an International Image and Style Company.

When choosing glasses or sunglasses, choose shapes that repeat your eyebrow shape.   If you have a rather straight eyebrow, choose glasses that have a softened rectangular shape.  If you have a more naturally curved eyebrow choose glasses that are more curved.  This is especially important if the glasses are small and your eyebrows show.  JoAnna says if you choose glasses that have a different shape than your eyebrow, it will look like you have a double eyebrow.

As we get older our eyes lose their definite shape.  When you put glasses on, its like putting on eyeliner or mascara because glasses can give our eyes  definition.  This is another reason that its helpful to choose a shape that compliments your face.

I know some people wear glasses to make a statement. One trend that may be dying is the “Buddy Holly,”  black eyeglass frame nerd look.    However, if you want people to look at you, instead of your eyeglasses, I suggest choosing glasses that look like they are a part of you.  A very thin frame in a flattering color will show off your eyes and is more likely to to look like it is part of you.

In choosing frame color consider choosing your natural hair color or the natural highlights in your hair or a combination of hair and skin color.   Our eyes automatically search for color repetition.  When you repeat your body colors in your apparel and accessories you create visual harmony and a pleasing appearance.

For example, if your hair has copper highlights, a copper frame would probably look good on you.   My friend Judy used to have copper frames when her hair was reddish brown but now that her hair is white,  a non shiny silver frame is more flattering on her.    If you have no hair, think about the color your hair used to be.  If you can’t remember what color your hair used to be, look at your natural eyebrow color or if you have a child or relative who has the same color hair you used to have ask for a lock of their hair.   Keep the piece of hair in a ziplock bag in a dark place for future purchases.

A tip for trying on sunglasses.

I have noticed that frequently the mirrors on sunglass displays is up high.  This may be done because its a convienient place to put the mirror but it can be deceiving.    When looking up at a mirror that is higher than eye level you will always look better.  When you look up some of your face and neck wrinkles disappear.   On the other hand, if the mirror is lower than eye level you will always look worse because your wrinkles and any sagging skin will be exaggerated.    I suggest you bring your own mirror and hold it at eye level to get a more accurate impression of how you look in the eyeglasses or sunglasses.

What is your biggest challenge in choosing glasses or sunglasses?  Feel free to ask questions on this blog.  If I can’t solve your problem, perhaps someone reading the blog can.

Nancy Goldblatt, “Wardrobe Wizard of Baltimore,” is a professionally trained personal image consultant.    She works with both individuals and groups.  She can be reached at nrgoldblatt at gmail dot .com/ WWW.WardrobeWiz.com

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