When I wash my face, I always seem to feel like I don't get all of the makeup, moisturizer, dirt, oil, or what have you off of my skin.  It seems like I'm always frustrated, thinking, "Ughhhhhh!  If I'm washing my face, shouldn't I feel clean?"

Well, I've found the solution!  One of my most favorite Stoltz Image products is the chamois cloth!  It feels so good on my skin, and I've never felt less than squeaky clean when I use it.  It also dries hard and very quickly, much like a car chamois, so mildew is never a problem.  Keeping it clean itself is super easy, too!  I just throw it in a lingerie bag (which is what I do with my body loofa as well) and put it in the wash with my delicates.

Chamois Cloths are only $13, which makes them such a great buy since you can keep them for years.  They also make awesome gifts and favors.

So, to finish my lovely, Poppins-inspired song...

Cham-Chamois Cloth, Cham-Chamois Cloth, Cham-Cham-Cha-Ree!  Great skin is as easy, as easy can be!  Cham-Chamois Cloth, Cham-Chamois Cloth, Cham-Cham-Cha-Roo!  Good luck will rub off when you chamois, too! 

Have you thought about becoming an image consultant, personal shopper, wardrdobe consultant or stylist? There is a wide open industry just waiting for you. Currently, many parts of the country, and world, do not have image consultants serving their areas.

Image consulting is not a profession that is as well know as interior decorating. We are a much newer profession, but we perform very similar services. Instead of decorating a room or home, we decorate a person with their outfits and wardrobe. The concepts are similar. Interior decorators and image consultants alike use color, line and design to complete projects. The guidelines differ because image consultants work with a very unique space: the human body.

Notice how many interior decorators work in your neighborhood. Any client that uses an interior designer should use an image consultant as well. Most people have never been exposed to the concepts needed to complete a wardrobe. Image consulting is a profession that is not commonly known by the general public.

Do you love to shop, like to create beautiful outfits and enjoy talking and working with people? Do you want to own your own business? Do you enjoy networking with groups and individuals? Then you are a good candidate for a career in image consulting.

Call us to discuss the possibility of changing to a new career in fashion, wardrobing and image consulting. We would be happy to talk with you about your career goals.

By: Katie Passmore

Just recently, a friend of Lauren's contacted her about her husband's eyebrows.  She said they're unruly and scraggly, and she doesn't know what to do about it because he doesn't want to be a girly-man and groom them.  So, in response, here is my philosophy on men's brows:

I don't think the men in our lives would appreciate us girls having disgusting, bushy brows that are all over the place and that we refuse to do anything about, so then how can they expect us to be okay with theirs?  So....tell your men to get to grooming!  Their brows do not need to have an arch like ours do.  They don't need to be thin like ours are.  BUT, they do NOT need to have random stragglers that are noticeably out of place and unnecessary.

The fact is, a man's image is extremely important, especially in the work place.  It's not just the wives, girlfriends, mothers, and daughters that notice unruly brows; clients and colleagues can, too.  Therefore, please explain to your men that an ill-groomed man is an ill-credited man.  And if he wants to look successful and upstanding, he needs to have nice brows.  Period.  (Keep in mind that this also goes for ear and nose hair.  Just plain get rid of that!)

When your boys check themselves out in mirrors, and we all know they do, point out the stragglers and tell them that it is totally acceptable for a man to remove them.  Men want to be attractive, too, so just explain to them that having unruly brows is gross.  But don't let them over-groom.  A guy with too-perfect brows is almost as bad as a unibrow!  It's just not right!

Don't believe the news about the Power T?  Thinking there's no way for it to eliminate your muffin top, and denying that it can smooth out the lumps and bumps around your tummy and hips, even your back?  Well, it's time to believe it because you're about to see it!!

Click the link below to see the Body Magic Power T really work its magic!!

Body Magic Power T

You may be thinking, "Tailoring doesn't really make that big of a difference." But, this common misconception just isn't true. When your sleeves are too long or your pants too short, it doesn't matter that your outfit came directly off the mannequin at Neiman Marcus. A lack of alterations drastically diminishes the value of your clothing. You don't look polished. Are you a savvy shopper that prefers Steinmart or Kohl's?  Even more reason to alter your clothing. An item that isn't expensive can look valuable if it is altered to fit you perfectly. 

My tailor has become a great friend. Not only does he keep my ensembles polished, but he is very honest with me. In fact, as a wardrobe consultant and personal shopper, my tailor is one of the only people I can depend on to keep me looking my best. While my clients are looking at me to set a wardrobing example, I am trusting him to make the perfect adjustments to my clothing.

Set a New Year's Resolution to make those final tailoring adjustments to your clothing, and take your outfits from unpolished to perfected!

Over the course of the past month, you have heard both Elaine and Katie's New Year's Resolutions for their clients. They have encouraged you to take better care of your skin and to update your makeup, to name a few. Now it is my turn to urge you to make a small wardrobing change that will up your fashionability rating in a big way: Tailor Your Clothing!

So you have been on a shopping spree, and you are feeling great about your purchases. They look beautiful, they are the perfect colors, and they integrate into your current wardrobe effortlessly. But, have you thought enough about fit? Sure, you can get the pants to button, but what about sleeve and pant length? Or, maybe you need to take up your top at the shoulder seam, and you don't even know it.

This is the beauty of a tailor (and a personal shopper). My tailor and I work together to address any aspects of an item of clothing that aren't perfect, and we correct it. I have even been known to drag my clients to the tailor directly after finishing a shopping trip so that their new clothes never see the inside of their closets until they are finalized with tailoring.

Attention!!!  The Image Power book is on sale for just $10!!  That's 50% off, and they're going quick!  Also, all scarves and wraps are on sale for $30!!!  These fabulous accessories are over half off and for a limited time only!  Call, come in, or order on-line to get your products at the discounted price!  Don't miss this!!!

Calling all lip gloss lovers!!  We are sad to announce that our fabulous Liquid Lustre lip gloss is being discontinued.  Call or come in to receive your Liquid Lustre 50% off!  Originally $18, now just $9!!

Liquid Lustre is available in 8 shades: Blazen, Blossom, Desire, Luscious, Plush, Satinizer, Vixen, and Voluptuous.

Our very own Lauren Bailey, AICI FLC, has recently been published in Texas Meetings & Events Magazine!  Lauren's article, "Poised and Polished", provides event planners with fashion and image tips for boosting their professional credibility.  Read Lauren's article, on page 20-21 of the Winter 2010 edition.

Elaine, Katie and I were so excited to get to the studio this morning and start discussing all of the Golden Globe Fashions. 

I am always amazed at how every television show, radio broadcast, newspaper, and magazine will be discussing "who wore what" and the "good, bad, and ugly" for the next few weeks.  And, have you noticed how many contradictions there are? Some so called "fashion experts" will put one celebrity on the best dressed list, while another "fashion expert" sticks them on the worst dressed list. Who can keep up!

So, just to add to the confusion, here is the Stoltz Image Golden Globe Review from our morning meeting:

Best Dressed: Sandra Bullock

Who didn't love that beautiful purple gown on her skin tone.  And, her hair was perfect. Elaine says that it is a much needed change from the bleached blond do she paraded in The Blind Side.

Worst Dressed: Chloe Sevigny

This is a perfect example of being eaten by a piece of clothing (as I tell my clients).  Even worse, the color washed her out, bad.

Top Trends of the Globes:

• Purple
• Feminine Details (ruffles, sequins, intricate detailing, and lots of volume)
• Platform Shoes
• Big Earrings (necklaces were a no-no)
• Tousled Hair
• Sheer, Flowing Fabrics

What do you think were the best and worst looks of the night?

Sale Items:

• The Image Power book, originally $20, is now just $10. Image Power is packed full of makeover tips so that you can achieve your ideal image in 2010!
• All Scarves and Wraps, originally $60-$75, are now just $30 each! Choose from an assortment of colors, sizes, and styles.

P.S. Elaine did the makeup for the entire bridal party!

Contact us at image@stoltzimage.com to learn more about hiring a makeup artist for your wedding.

It's like planning your investments: Give it plenty of thought. Your clothing is a huge financial investment. I'm sure you have spent thousands of dollards on clothing and accessories over the years. Impulse buying is a no-no.

a. Arm yourself with clothing knowledge (or a personal shopper to do it for you), so that you never make another poor wardrobe decision. Make wise clothing decisions, not irrational ones.

b. Make a list of activities. What types of clothes do you need on a daily basis? You need to really spend time answering this question. Think about all of your activities each week, each month. Do you have the appropriate clothes that you enjoy wearing for each activity? For women, the list will be quite long. You need clothing for running earrands, exercising, going to meetings or to work, going out with friends, going to your place of worship, traveling, and going to parties, weddings, funerals, and other events. Don't forget to include the accessories and shoes that you will need for each type of event as well.

c. Do a closet clean-out. Now it's time to open the closet door and look inside. If it's not neatly organized, then start pulling everything out. Empty the closet. Look at each garment. Can it justify its existence and remain in your closet? Do you love it and know you will wear it? Have you tried it on this year?

d. Make a shopping list. Before you hit the stores, make a detailed list so that you know exactly what you are looking for. Don't ver off the course and purchase an item that won't serve you well.

Don't become complacent with how you look if you are not 100% satisfied with your image. Set goals and accomplish them. 2010 will be the year you look your very best!

Lessons on how to dress are not taught in school. Finishing schools do not exist any longer. Similar to decorating your home, there are rules and guidelines to use when dressing. Before you make another clothing purchase that ends up being a clothing mistake, hanging in your closet and not being worn, educate yourself.

a. Seek professional advice on what colors are flattering to your natural coloring. The biggest mistake I see with fashionably dressed women is that their clothes talk before they talk; they are wearing too bright of colors or too high of contrast (black and white).

b. Seek professional assistance to determine what shapes and lengths of garments are best for your figure type.

c. Learn the guidelines to putting a fabulous outfit together. Seek the assistance of a wardrobe consultant. It takes creativity and fashion know-how to combine clothing items into a great ensemble. A huge mistake I see with many clients is when they buy an "outfit" and never separate the items of clothing and accessories to make new and different outfits. What a waste of money.

d. Keep your wardrobe current. Do not hold on to dated items. A wardrobe is never complete. It must be continually updated. Read fashion magazines, e-newsletters from Stoltz Image, and the Stoltz Image blog for trend updates and new ideas to keep your wardrobe in great shape! Fashion continually changes, and your wardrobe needs to change with it.

e. If you decide to use a personal shopper to help ease your wardrobing burdens, make sure that that person has a thorough understanding of the colors and styles that will flatter your body and make you look beautiful.

Stay tuned for my fourth and final resolution: Wardrobe Planning.

Growing old and remaining beautiful requires some maintenance. Here are my resolution suggestions for aging gracefully.

a. Schedule makeup application lessons and two makeup updates per year. All women need at least a little extra color on their faces, even if it is just blush and lip gloss. Some of us require much more. But, it's important to seek professional advice on what colors of foundation, lipstick, blush, eye shadow, and brow products will pair nicely with our natural beauty. Also, makeup techniques change with time. Scheduling makeup updates will keep your techniques from becoming dated.

b. Address your hair style and color. Your hair covers three-quarters of your head, and it has a huge impact on your first impression. Spending money on a quality hair stylist is a must. Enjoy your natural hair color until you start graying. You will have plenty of time to experiment with hair color once you go gray. Knowing the correct hair color to complement your skin tone is critical. Also, the shape and length of your hair can either enhance your appearance or be a detriment. An outdated hair style can age you quickly. Accept your hair's natural texture and find a flattering style that is both quick and easy.

c. Don't forget about your nails! Whether you perform a self-given manicure and pedicure or you regularly treat yourself to a professional appointment, taking care of your nails is a must. Your hands, in particular, are out front and seen by all who see you. And, if you show your toes, make sure that your feet are clean and perfectly polished.

d. Get help with facial hair. For some women, facial hair becomes a concern early in life. For others, it begins with menopause. There are numerous solutions for unwanted facial hair: electrolysis, plucking, bleaching, waxing, etc. Buy a magnifying mirror and evaluate your facial hair closely.

Stay tuned for Resolution #3: Clothing Knowledge.