Image and Etiquette
My profession brings a constant parade of diverse clients. From one week to the next, I’m constantly surprised and delighted by the stream of people arriving at my virtual doorstep. Variety is, indeed, the spice of my life. It keeps me primed for a fast-paced — make that high-octane — life.
A case in point is [...]
Posted on July 6th, 2010 by Diane
Filed under: Accessories, Celebrities, Dress, Fashion, Social Etiquette, Special Events, Womenswear | 1 Comment »
Every year, I look forward to the Oscars. Lights, cameras and evening wear — it’s the original red carpet event and birthplace of Joan River’s famous quip-question. “Who are you wearing?” has become part of the lexicon of celebrity interviews, thanks to her and daughter Melissa.
Of course, the whole point of the evening is the [...]
Posted on March 10th, 2010 by Diane
Filed under: Celebrities, Dress, Fashion, Menswear, Womenswear | 2 Comments »
Canadian designer creates the ultimate business underpinning
Cleavage, or décolleté, has its place. Bikinis, bathing suits, strapless gowns and party dresses are all cleavage-compatible. And with the Academy Award nominees just announced, thoughts turn to the annual revealing review of starlets and celebrities as they stroll the red carpet.
That said — cleavage has absolutely no business [...]
Posted on February 5th, 2010 by Diane
Filed under: Business Etiquette, Dress, Fashion, Womenswear | 2 Comments »
Seasonal cues about queuing —waiting in line for a lift
Every winter right about now, I start to think about our annual March ski trip to the Canadian Rockies. This year, with Vancouver’s Olympics only a heartbeat away, thoughts of “schussing” came a little earlier.
Although I now consider myself a true Torontonian, sadly, the ski locations [...]
Posted on January 29th, 2010 by Diane
Filed under: Accessories, Diane's Reflections, Fashion | No Comments »
Last month marked both the end of a dynamic year — expanding our international client base, launching both my blog and image enhancement teleseminar courses, maintaining a heightened role in community service —and a new beginning for Corporate Class. In early December, just before the holiday frenzy began in earnest, we moved our offices to [...]
Posted on January 18th, 2010 by Diane
Filed under: Diane's Reflections, Dress, Fashion, Food, Relaxation | 2 Comments »
Let me begin this final blog in our series about Liz by restating my constant refrain — my profession, as an Image Consultant, is both my privilege and my passion. It’s wonderfully gratifying to watch a client shift from self-consciousness to self-confidence.
As Liz candidly shared her Personal Journey, we watched her evolve from the strained [...]
Posted on December 21st, 2009 by Diane
Filed under: Body Image, Dress, Fashion, Hair, Image, Image Consultation, Makeup | 2 Comments »
Accessories can make or break an outfit. They can update a classic, breathe new life into an old favourite and turn daywear into elegant eveningwear. On the other hand, the wrong accessory can spoil the success of a really great look.
Simple truth #1
Eyewear is the most obvious accessory.
Simple truth #2
The right eyewear is crucial to [...]
Posted on December 9th, 2009 by Diane
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We created a wardrobe plan for Liz; “reorganized her lingerie drawer” with flattering new undergarments and now, the big day had finally arrived. We were going shopping! This time our destination was Freda’s, a one-stop shopping experience in the heart of Toronto’s Fashion District.
It was going to be a long day. Extensive editing left Liz [...]
Posted on December 4th, 2009 by Diane
Filed under: Accessories, Body Image, Dress, Fashion, Image, Image Consultation, Womenswear | 1 Comment »
The real foundation of a wardrobe plan is just that — foundations. Today, most women’s lingerie drawers hold a diverse mix, from luxurious lacey confections to functional, full-support sport bras. There are special undergarments for wearing with knits and tees, bras with artfully engineered straps designed for halters or backless dresses, seamless bras, strapless bras, [...]
Posted on December 1st, 2009 by Diane
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What a night for the Obamas!
There’s no denying that I’ve been openly critical of some of Michelle Obama’s wardrobe choices — both before and after she became First Lady. But Tuesday evening, I was in awe. It was the first White House State Dinner since President Obama took office and Michelle definitely rose to the [...]
Posted on November 27th, 2009 by Diane
Filed under: Business Etiquette, Celebrities, Dining Etiquette, Dress, Fashion, Social Etiquette, Special Events | 2 Comments »