FAQs
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Most definitely! I have an extensive collection of books on the subjects of makeup and image consulting. I have taken several classes taught by "celebrity" professionals to hone my skills and always have my eyes and ears open for what's going on in the industry. I never stop learning!
- What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?
When I work with clients I always ask what is your current style saying about you? Then I ask what do you want your style to say about you? This is important because often times the two arent in alignment. When they arent, that is when you should hire an image consultant! Here are some other questions that you will want to ask yourself when determining whether or not to engage someone to help you up your style (and branding) quotient. Have you been wearing the same clothes/makeup/hairstyle for 10+ years without regard to any changes in career or lifestyle? As our lives change, so should our style. Not at the core, but certain key elements that will keep you looking fresh and focused. Has it been a VERY long time since anyone has complimented you? Longer than youd care to admit? I dont suggest that you dress to impress others. Dress to impress yourself. When you feel good about your image, it comes across to other people. Do you look in the mirror and remind yourself of one of your parents because your look is so outdated? Granted, some of us have quite stylish parents, but in general, you and your parents should not be wearing the same types of clothing. Dress age appropriately. Does your personal style match the life that you want to live and how you wish to be perceived? This goes back to my motto, YOU are your brand! If you want to be viewed as the confident professional, the hip, stylish artist, the fun-loving parent, etc., the image that you present to others must match. We tend to be visual beings so the saying, Image is everything is well, everything. If you are an entrepreneur, does your style match that of your business brand? By this I dont mean that you should always dress in your logo colors. I mean do you present yourself so that people will think of you in the same manner in which you want them to think of your business? Consistency is the key to branding and YOU are your brand.