Wednesday, December 29, 2010

50% Off Closet Audit and Wardrobe Consultation!!!

 Want to ring in the New Year in style and organized?

Any consultation booked by January 30th will receive 50% off! This means a closet audit and Consultation on your wardrobe and style for only $30 per hour (price is usually $60/hour)

To book your appointment please email ChicDC202@gmail.com

Five Ways to Shimmer on New Years! (On a budget!!!)

I adore these sequin shorts from Forever21! They would be great paired with black tights, booties, and a flowing shirt that can be tucked in. Pair with a fitted blazer, and you are ready to ring in the New Year!

Sparkling Sequin Shorts from Forever21 for $22.80

Pair a super cute sequin tank like this one from Ann Taylor LOFT with black jeans or suede leggings. Remember to keep the rest of the outfit simple!
Sequin Shell from Ann Taylor LOFT $49.99
If you don't feel like being covered in bling while ringing in the New Year, try this low key velvet dress from ArdenB with small sequin detail on the shoulder. I love the warm pairing of velvet and with the gold sequin detail. This is a very sleek and sexy look for the always classy party girl.
One Shoulder Velvet Dress from ArdenB only $27.50
Wanting to hide your bling a little? Try putting it in your hair. This is a great hair piece from Forever21 and can be used with both short and long hair.

Forever21 Vintage Sequin Headwrap only $3.80
Last but certainly not least is the handbag. Metallic is the way to go on a New Years hand bag. I found this adorable little one at ArdenB!

Metallic Frame Clutch from ArdenB for $39.00

Hope Everyone Shimmers for New Year!


Updating Your LBD

No time to shop? Look in your own closet! Most of us have our go to LBD (or Little Black Dress) that has saved us NUMEROUS times.  Wearing the same LBD to numerous parties will make other party-goers wander, "Does she own more than one dress?"

Below are my suggestion for "making over" you treasured LBD!

Velvet Blazer or Any Blazer for that MATTER
GAP $89.00
Velvet is always a popular fabric during the holidays and can turn a plain black dress in something warm, sultry, and uber chic! On a budget? Look at stores such as Forever21, H&M, Gap, or Arden B.


Statement Jewelry

The goal of making over your LBD is to take the attention AWAY from your dress but still keep it on you. Statement Jewelry is an amazingly easy way to do this and is probably hidden in your jewelry box.

For my wedding my mother-in-law gave me a necklace with an ancient Roman coin. This is my classic statement jewelry piece. Every time I wear it, others are intrigued by it and ask what exactly is around my neck. Takes the attention off the dress I'm wearing even if they have seen in on me more than once.

Inherit your grandma's old jewelry? This is a great way to use it! Don't have or know what statement jewelry? Look at stores like LOU LOU's in DuPont Circle or Channel HSN.



Necklace Found @ Lou Lou's Boutique in DuPont Circle



Found on HSN

Killer Pumps

The first thing I look at on any woman is her shoes and handbag. Yup that's right you could be wearing a brown paper bag but if I love your shoes, I am sure to compliment you on them!

When looking for shoes for your LBD find what I call "statement shoes." Websites like Endless or stores like DSW and Steve Madden are perfect! My go to statement shoes are my red high heels.


For more information on ChicDC or to make an appointment with a stylist please email ChicDC202@gmail.com

Tuesday, December 21, 2010

NEW YEAR - NEW YOU 50% OFF

 Want to ring in the New Year in style and organized? ChicDC is ready for YOU!

Any consultation booked by January 5th will receive 50% off! This means a closet audit and Consultation on your wardrobe and style for only $30 per hour (price is usually $60/hour)

To book your appointment please email ChicDC202@gmail.com

Utilizing Your Tailor

UTILIZE YOUR TAILOR!!!

Don't have a budget for a new wardrobe?

Take a look at what is already in your closet and go see your tailor. Once your closet has all the staple items needed, a tailor is the best way to get the perfect fit for your body type.

As your stylist, my goal is to make you look your best! With my help and expertise together we will go through every piece of clothing and make any corrections and changes that need to be made.

                         To book a consultation please email Chicdc202@gmail.com

Sunday, December 19, 2010

Different Ways ChicDC202 Can Help YOU

As YOUR personal stylist I work with your budget, body type, age, style, and lifestyle to achieve the most flattering look for YOU! Below are the different packages and services that I offer. Don't see what your looking for? Email me at ChicDC202@gmail.com and together we can create a package exclusively for you.

Bronze Package: (2 - 4 hours)
Needing to glam it up for an upcoming gala? Bronze package includes a consultation and shopping trip for overall look of the event.

Silver Package: (2 - 6 hours)
Every once in a while our closet need a little refreshing. Silver Package includes a wardrobe analysis and consultation, a closet audit or organization, discussion of what style and trends work best for your body, and an action plan for replenishing your closet. (Does not include a shopping trip)

Gold Package: (2 - 9 hours)
The gold package is for the always busy Washingtonian! Even if you are confident in your style time is precious. Gold Package includes seasonal wardrobe analysis, closet audit or organization, personal shopping trip, and outfit coordination.

Platinum Package:
Platinum Package is the ultimate package for anyone looking for a year round personal stylist. Platinum Package includes seasonal and year round closet audit or organization, trend and style discussions, closet replenishment, personal shopping trip(s), and outfit coordination.

For Pricing or to book a consultation please email ChicDC202@gmail.com or call 202-288-2584

Friday, December 17, 2010

About Me & ChicDC

Growing up I loved two things...FASHION and ORGANIZING. At 19, much to my parents dismay, I set my sights on New York City and moved there to attended the Laboratory Institute of Merchandising. Taking in every moment of crazy New York, I volunteered at fashion week, accepted internships with several showrooms, and later graduated with a degree in Fashion Marketing.

Now back in DC my mission is to make style attainable! I work with every body type and every budget to create a style that fits YOUR life. With seasonal and/or yearly closet audits, together we go through the process of (1) organizing, (2) seeing what flatters your body, (3) what needs to go, and finally (4) what your closets lacking.

For more information on rates and availability email ChicDc202@gmail.com