The Art of Style

Art evokes emotions. Some are happy and others are sad. Some are disturbing and others are pleasant. Similarly, fashion and style evoke emotions as well. You know that feeling when you put on your favorite outfit and you feel like a movie star? Well, what if you could get that feeling every day? Wouldn't you want to make that feeling last as long as it could? (How could feeling and looking amazing ever get old?)

Yes, everyone has his or her own style (whether you own it yet or not). The originality (art) of style and fashion is part of what makes getting dressed so much fun for many of us. However, I realize that some of you may not enjoy getting dressed or even looking through your own closet yet. This may mean that you have yet to discover the beauty in your clothes and/or in yourself. Maybe you still are not certain what your style is or how to find it. Maybe you feel like you just do not have time to figure these things out. Maybe you still do not make your style or yourself a priority. Whatever your reasons, you CAN 'make' time for yourself. In fact, it is imperative that you take time for yourself to figure out what your style is and what it says about you.

How do others perceive you? Truthfully, it DOES matter what your boss thinks of you and how your family and friends see you. Most importantly, it matters how you feel with yourself and the way you present yourself to others. Are you happy with what you see in the mirror? Are you happy with what others see? Are you confident in a room full of people (what about complete strangers)? It is important to reflect upon your feelings and your answers to the above questions. It is my hope that as you read these blogs you will take with confidence, optimism and the belief in yourself that you can achieve the style and life of which you have always dreamed. I hope that you continue to take care of yourself and give yourself what you deserve.

Everyone deserves a little pampering. For those of you who need some extra encouraging, pampering is important for many reasons. Pampering yourself or getting pampered (however you define 'pampering') can help you improve your mood, attitude, concentration and your overall well-being and health. The more you smile, the better you will feel. Having a style that you are proud to present will make you smile so much more than you already do.

The key is to find what makes you happy.

Let us start with happiness as it relates to your style. Does a certain color, fit, texture, fabric, accessory or other item get you smiling? What makes you feel sexy and confident? When do you feel your best? What is your favorite piece of clothing and why? Thinking about these things will help you understand why you feel the way you do about your style, your closet, your life and yourself. I am not saying that you should dream about fashion or drool over the latest trends, but I am saying that when you wake up each morning, you should feel fabulous and look amazing before you ever step out of your home. Style is a key factor in this equation. Waking up excited to get dressed will make you feel excited about the day ahead. You will be happier and more comfortable and confident with yourself. Because you will feel better and will have a happier start to each day, the work day should not seem as draining and boring. Afterall, you now look more divine than ever and feel even more fantastic, right?

If you have any questions, comments, stories you would like to share or would like to schedule an appointment with me, please email me at cs.stylelife@yahoo.com, call me at 618-401-1434 or leave a comment below this article. Thank you, and I look forward to working with you!

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