Preparation Steps

1. Clear Space in Your Bedroom:
   • Ensure your bed or another large surface is available for laying out clothes. This will help us review items effectively.
2. Gather Seasonal Items:
   • Have all your seasonal clothing in one place. This will streamline the process and save time.
3. Laundry and Dry Cleaning:
   • Make sure all clothing items, including those currently in laundry or at the dry cleaner, are available for review.
4. Accessories and Shoes:
   • Retrieve all your purses from their dust bags.
   • Bring any shoes you might have at the office.
   • Dust off shoes that were stored away.
5. Athleisure and Workout Clothing:
   • Set aside athleisure and workout pieces for a separate review.
6. Jewelry Review:
   • Sort through your jewelry, putting aside any pieces that are missing or need repairs. Focus on the pieces we can work with during the audit.
7. Try-On Session:
   • Be prepared to try on various items. This helps us assess fit, style, and how well items work together.
8. Camera & Lighting
   • In the case of a virtual wardrobe audit, make sure to have a well-performing camera, a stand (you can buy one from Amazon) and good lighting.

Tips for a Successful Audit

• Be Open and Honest:
  • Share your likes, dislikes, and any concerns about your wardrobe. This helps us tailor the session to your needs.
• Communicate Needs:
  • Let us know if you have specific wardrobe needs, such as outfits for a special event or updates for your work attire.
• Stay Flexible:
  • Be open to trying new styles and trends. Our goal is to help you discover new looks that enhance your personal style.
• Give Feedback:
  • Your feedback is crucial for making the audit as beneficial as possible. Let us know what works for you and what doesn’t.

What to Expect

Personal Shopping Plan

• Personalized Shopping List: Based on our initial consultation during the wardrobe audit, we’ll create a shopping list tailored to your needs, preferences, and budget.
• Store Selection: We’ll choose stores and brands that align with your style and budget. This could include a mix of high-end boutiques, department stores, and online shops.

Shopping Session

• In-Store Shopping: We’ll visit selected stores, where you’ll try on clothes and receive style advice on the spot. I will help you choose items that fit well and enhance your style.
• Online Shopping (if preferred): I can also curate a selection of items online and guide you through the process of purchasing and returning items if needed.

Preparation Steps

1. Budget Planning:
   • Set a realistic budget for your shopping session.
   • Inform me of your budget so I can tailor our shopping plan accordingly.
2. Style Inspiration:
   • Gather some style inspiration, such as photos or magazine clippings of outfits you love. This helps me understand your style preferences better. A Pinterest board is always helpful.
3. Comfortable Attire:
   • Wear comfortable clothing and shoes on the day of the shopping session. This makes it easier to try on multiple outfits.
   • wear versatile underwear (good bra, seamless panties)
4. Essential Items:
   • Bring any essential items you want to match with new purchases, such as shoes or accessories in the case of a solo service booking.
   • Bring shapewear if we are shopping for cocktail attire and eveningwear

Tips for a Succesful Shopping Session

1. Stay Open-Minded:
   • Be open to trying new styles and stepping out of your comfort zone. Sometimes the best finds are the unexpected ones.
2. Feedback & communication:
   • Provide honest and clear feedback on the items you try on. Your input is crucial to finding pieces you truly love. “I don’t like this” won’t hurt my feelings.
   • If we are working with a flexible budget, be honest and straightforward about our progress. It’s important for me to know if we are reaching capacity.
3. Ask Questions:
   • Don’t hesitate to ask questions about fit, style, and how to incorporate new items into your existing wardrobe.

Personal Styling Preparation

• Set Up a Try-On Area:
  • Choose a well-lit area with a full-length mirror and space to lay out clothing. This will be your styling station during our session.
  • Have a blank background for lookbook photos
• Have Everything Ready:
  • Gather all the items you own and all the items we have purchased in one space.
  • Lay out the accessories, jewelry and shoes in a visually easy-to-pick-up way.
  • Iron and steam all the items so they would look nice and neat in the lookbook.
• Get ready for photos:
  • Make sure you are fully prepared to look your best in your outfits gallery. Make-up, hair, manicure, pedicure, whatever makes you feel best at your discretion.

 Organizing Your Wardrobe

1. Declutter and Clean

• • Ensure your wardrobe and storage areas are clean and ready to get organized. This will make it easier to arrange everything using my intuitive method.

2. Implement Storage Solutions

• Use Hangers and Dividers:
  • Invest in velvet skinny hangers for tops (you can buy them here) and drawer dividers to keep your clothes organized and easily accessible. Always have extra on hand.
  • Purse dividers that I recommend: these and these.
  • I recommend investing in these shoe boxes.
  • Easy solutions for putting items away for the season: these garment bags and these budget-friendly boxes 
• Label and Categorize:
  • Label shelves or bins for different categories of clothing and accessories. Group similar items together for easy access.
  • Get these easy wardrobe dividers ready for our session.

Tips for a Successful Styling Session

1. Be Open-Minded:
   • Be willing to try new styles and step out of your comfort zone. I will be there to help you explore and discover new looks.
2. Communicate Clearly:
   • Provide honest feedback during the session. Let me know what you like and dislike about each outfit.
3. Ask Questions: I normally rationalize each styling decision, but feel free to ask additional questions about my process and all the “whys” and “why not”.
4. Take Notes:
   • Keep a notebook or use your phone to jot down styling tips and outfit combinations discussed during the session.

Get ready for your trip

1. Share Travel Details

• Destination: Provide information about your travel destination, including the climate and cultural considerations. This helps me select appropriate attire.
• Duration: Specify the length of your trip so I can plan a versatile wardrobe.
• Activities: List the types of activities you’ll be doing (e.g., business meetings, sightseeing, beach days, formal dinners). If you have a day-by-day itinerary planned, share it with me before we meet.

2. Style Preferences

• Inspiration Board: Create a Pinterest board or gather images of outfits and styles you like. This will give me a better idea of your preferences.
• Current Wardrobe: Highlight any favourite pieces from your current wardrobe that you’d like to incorporate into your travel outfits.

3. Practical Considerations

• Luggage Limitations: Inform me about any luggage restrictions you might have (e.g., carry-on only, one checked bag).
• Packing Tips: Ask for advice on efficient packing techniques, such as rolling clothes or using packing cubes to maximize space.

Getting ready for the special occasion

1. Share Event Details

• Occasion: Inform me about the type of event (e.g., wedding, gala, corporate event, cocktail party).
• Venue: Provide details about the venue and setting (e.g., indoor/outdoor, formal/casual).
• Date and Time: Mention the date and time of the event to consider the weather and appropriate attire.

2. Budget and Preferences

• Budget: Discuss your budget for any new purchases. This will help me select items within your price range.
• Personal Preferences: Communicate any specific preferences or dislikes (e.g., certain colours, fabrics, or styles you avoid).