Melissa's Personal Style Report
Dear Melissa, Thank you for taking the time to come and meet with us, I enjoyed getting to know you and your personal style. We'd love to help you expand your wardrobe to have more versatile pieces for both work and evening wear! The goal is to update your current wardrobe with quality additions that fit your fun style and body! Please enjoy your style report!
made with love,
YOUR PERSONAL STYLE ASSESSMENT
PERSONAL BRAND = Leisure, Fun BODY TYPE = Bigger on Bottom STYLE PERSONALITY = Urban Sophisticated
MELISSA W
BODY TYPE
More than 60% of the US population is bigger on bottom: where their hips are 4 inches or larger to their bust and waistline. A general rule for this body type: any clothing that makes the top half of the body look bigger will create balance to your lower half, creating a long and lean silhouette.
FIT GOALS Always highlight the smallest part of your waist Wear silhouettes that hug the your hip and leg line, and then hang straight to the ground For a tea length - have skirt hems hit just above mid-calf
STYLE DETAILS Boat or bardot necklines, and wide collars and lapels are great for creating the illusion of width on your torso Higher waisted pants with a straight or wide leg Minimize hip with darker, solid colors
MELISSA W
SHOPPING FOR YOUR BODY TYPE
SHOPPING DO’S Look for jackets and tops that finish either above or below the widest point of your hips and bottom (or have it tailored) Wear volume, pattern, color on your top half Make shoulders broader with shoulder pads, puffed sleeves, cap sleeves, etc.
SHOPPING DONT’S Avoid hemlines (including single or double vents in jackets) that finishes at full points of your legs - aim for slightly lower. Avoid details, patterns, pockets on your thigh and hip area and belts on your hips.
SHOPPING RULES Rule of 3: can you wear it with at least 3 items in your closet? For 3 different kinds of occasions? Try. It. On. Hanger appeal is not a great judge of how it will look on your body. If you’re on the fence, take it to the fitting room!
MELISSA W
YOUR CASUAL LOOKS
Black is your go-to color, it is your uniform, your suit of armor to face the streets of New York. Here are some tips for your look: Add some pop to a simple black dress by adding your go-to leather jacket with a pair of sneakers for a comfy and chic look. Throw on a pair of ripped jeans with a button down for an edgy and casual look. For an extra layer add a trench to this look! Invest in a bulky sweater that you can pair with sleek pants and flats, for a trendy and comfortable look.
MELISSA W
QUINESSENTIALS
MUST HAVE LIST TOPS: High-quality white or black top that singes at the waist or is fitted JACKETS: Fur vest, leather moto jacket, sleek blazer PANTS: Dressed-up pair of track pants, distressed boyfriend jeans, leather skinny pants SKIRTS: Pencil skirt with a pattern or leather detail DRESSES: Silk slip dress for layering SHOES: Leather sneakers, booties, laced-up strappy heels, anything colorful ACCESSORIES: Wrap around necklaces HANDBAGS: Chain link crossbody bag
MELISSA W
YOUR WORK LOOKS
Where uptown meets downtown. Here are some tips for your look: Invest in a trench that you can throw over your outfits for meetings to running errands. As a more fashion-forward alternative pair together a simple button down with colorful or patterned pants for a causal but professional look. Invest in a neutral colored skirt that will pair great with staple pieces for the perfect business casual look.
MELISSA W
QUINESSENTIALS
MUST HAVE LIST TOPS: elegant silk blouse, neutral colored cashmere sweater JACKETS: Unstructured trench PANTS: Well-tailored trouser pants, culotte pants SKIRTS: Midi pencil skirts DRESSES: Light-weight knit dress for layering SHOES: Leather flats, booties, pointy heels ACCESSORIES: belt, stud earrings HANDBAGS: Black leather tote, or crossbody.
MELISSA W
CLOSET TIPS!
A short list of tips on how to turn your closet into a treasure trove of outfits: Flip all of your hangers to face the same direction. Every time you wear an item, put it back into your closet with the hanger hook facing the other direction so you know you've worn it. In 3 months you'll have a better of idea of what is simply decoration in your closet and in 6 months, you will know with certainty what to donate, consign, or trash. Pair one of your "go-to" piece with something new. You know that dress you're wearing every other / every week? Maybe it's time to give it a rest and your colleagues (or significant others) some excitement. Layer a button down under that dress, or put a cardigan or jacket on top and cinch it with a printed belt. Remember: if you buy a piece you can't wear with at least 3 items in your closet, you're not just paying for that skirt, you're paying for the top, jacket, shoes, and jewelry to go with that skirt. Hang your jewelry next to your closet. We often have clients that tell us they need help accessorizing, yet we see jewelry boxes but no jewelry. If you don't see it, you won't wear it. Lastly, write down what your personal goals are. If you want to be "Classic, Sophisticated, and Chic," write that on a post it and put it next to your full length mirror. Does the reflection reflect how you want to be perceived?
MELISSA W
made with love,