Gilda's Club NYC

13^th Annual 5K Revlon Run/Walk

On May 1, 2010 from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon, for the "fourth" year in a row, AICI NY Tri-State Chapter volunteers formed a group with Gilda's Club NYC for the "13th" annual 5K Revlon Run/Walk from Times Square to Central Park. The AICI pals were able to get to know the people at Gilda's Club NYC (our philanthropic partner) and help raise critically-needed funds to support cancer treatment and research.

Gilda's Club Friends & AICI Members at the start line!

Note of appreciation from Gilda's Club:

"Hi Everyone:

What a spectacular day it was on Saturday.  I hope you all had as great a time and I did.  It was wonderful to get my annual and new hugs from the team. 

We were 65 members strong on Saturday and to date you've raised just over $9,000.  We so appreciate all your support and enthusiasm.  Keep up the great fund-raising efforts and remember you have until June 11th to get

in all your pledges to be eligible for a fund-raising prize.

 

Take good care,

Eileen"

About Gilda's Club:  Gilda's Club is a network of affiliate clubhouses where men, women and children living with cancer meet to learn how to live with cancer, whatever the outcome.  It seeks to provide an emotional and social support system for patients and family and friends as an essential complement to medical care. Fundamental to the Gilda's Club philosophy is that membership is completely free of charge. Go to  www.gildasclub.org.

Works by the first generation of American women designers such as Bonnie Cashin and Claire McCardell are featured as well as works by French designers who had an important influence on American women and fashion, such as Elsa Schiaparelli, Jeanne Lanvin, Madeleine Vionnet and Christian Dior.  The exhibition will be organized by groups representing the most important strengths of the collection.

Perceptions Image Management

Bottomless Closet Philanthropy Workshop

May 10, 2010 - 6:00-8pm

About Bottomless Closet:  Bottomless Closet has assisted about 12,000 NYC women in their transition to work.  The organization has made a difference in NYC women who have spent years on welfare, endured domestic violence, dropped out of school, or faced unimaginable challenges to building a successful life.  Bottomless Closet provides business appropriate attire, resume review and interview coaching, in addition professional development and financial management programs, and opportunities for personal enrichment.

The AICI NY Tri-State Chapter will be conducting a workshop entitled "Image Impact:  Getting, Keeping and Thriving in Your Career."   It will be held May 10 from 6:00-8pm at Bottomless Closet, 15 Penn Plaza at The hotel Pennsylvania, Level B, Suite 40 in NYC.  Image Topics covered:  Personal Style, Accessorizing, Makeup, Wardrobe, Proper Undergarment Fit, Body Language and Social Media Etiquette.  To learn more about Bottomless Closet, go to www.bottomlessclosetnyc.org and for more information about this event, contact Jacqueline Peros at jmp@jmpstyle.com. 

Every Girl Can ~ Yasmin Anderson-Smith, MCRP, AICI CIP

Every Girl Can is a fun, creative, interactive program to help girls prepare to be everything they can be.  Every girl who participates fully in the program will learn how to sharpen their personal image, improve self-esteem and self-confidence and communicate the right messages.  The girls will also learn important skills in personal grooming, etiquette and civility and how to project a positive image in order to succeed and achieve future goals.

If you are interested in helping Every Girl Can, contact Yasmin Anderson-Smith of KYMS Image International LLC at yasmin@everygirlcan.org or phone her at 866-247-4079.

Accessories are great wardrobe extenders. By adding a savvy colorful scarf, a great leather belt with a bold decorative buckle, or a great piece of jewelry, you will achieve a new look wearing the same clothing worn just days ago.  Mixing and matching your accessories is a great easy way to exhibit fashion sense and personal style. 

Jewelry - This summer wear colorful jewelry pieces - violet, yellow & and turquoise blue.  When wearing jewelry remember to limit yourself to one bold piece...if you wear a large jade ring, don't overload your look with a wrist full of bracelets.  Layering is a popular trend...try layering a few different necklaces.  Pearls are the June birthstone, and you can wear one strand or an assortment of  stran ds  in different sizes and colors.  You can also mix pearls with other jewelry.  The lengths of the ne cklaces should vary and can extend all the way down to your bellybutton. Indian and exotic looking jewelry is popular this summer as well as chandelier and hoop earrings. 

Sharon's Spring Trend Picks

by:  Sharon Kornstein, AICI CIP

Ladies, if you've done any clothes shopping for spring, you would not have been able to miss some of this year's trends. Strong colors in bright and bold patterns take center stage. Mixed in with these are neutrals in unusual shades and bright accessories. It's easy to mix high with low, old with new and anything with black or white. There is truly something for everyone.

White is huge for summer. It's found in dresses, pants, jackets and complete outfits (often with a touch of color in a contrasting belt). This look can be dramatic or soft and innocent. Just remember to switch from pure white to ivory if your coloring is anything but a cool winter.

Nautical or Military designs for jackets and tops. These are usually found in navy and white (for nautical) or army green (for military) and sport features like stripes, epaulets, or brass buttons. Any top or jacket with a lot of detail will easily balance out a pear-shaped figure. Additionally epaulets or other shoulder details visually extend narrow shoulders and can be worn by all except those whose shoulders are already naturally broad.

Polka Dots come in varying sizes and can be found in tops, bathing suits (if you are old enough you will remember a song that celebrates this), dresses and even shoes. The larger the pattern the bolder it seems, so keep the pattern size consistent with your height and weight. Also, match the contrast in the pattern to your natural coloring contrast (difference between hair and skin tone).

Dresses are huge. Everyone needs at least two or three flattering dresses in their wardrobe. They are so comfortable and easy to put on. You may need to try on several different styles to find one that's comfortable. Some to try include wrap style (for hourglass figure), bubble dress (puffier below the waist, good for those larger on the bottom), empire (if you are short-waisted), ruched (fabric is gathered at the waist and hip, hides various figure flaws), trapeze (will bypass the waist if your tummy is an issue) and A-line (flatters most figures except petite). Wear them with neutral shoes in an unusual design.

Vibrant Patterns silk screened patterns in bright colors appear as abstract designs resembling water colors. We saw some examples of this in dresses at the Academy Awards. Use a silk-screened top to brighten up a neutral suit or wear a patterned sleeveless dress and tone it down with a solid cardigan. These fabrics are not for the faint of heart but if the colors are in your flattering palette you will receive a lot of compliments.

Floral Designs in clothing, jewelry and accessories. Floral designs are part of a retro sixties look and portray the bright happy feeling of the summer of love. You will find floral designs in dresses, cardigan sweaters, tops, brooches and as appliqués on belts or handbags. This is a fun look for weekend or business casual.  Read more...

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The Image of Success - Make a Great Impression and Land The Job You Want

By:  Lizandra Vega, AICI FLC

Announcing ~ Lizandra Vega, AICI FLC, certified image consultant and past board member of the AICI NY Tri State Chapter, has recently authored a book entitled "The Image of Success: Make a Great Impression and Land the Job You Want."   

A bit about the book ~ Lizandra's book makes the point that employers' assumptions about intelligence, ability, sophistication, performance, and even pedigree often are based on the image one projects. So, it is prudent to pay close attention to the ABC's of image - Appearance, Behavior and Communication - in order to portray oneself as the consummate professional, one who will beat out the competition during a rigorous interview process. 

A press quote from Lizandra ~ "Does your image project success...or failure?  When you're on a job interview, this may be the most important question you face.  Given today's anemic job market, this book is especially timely for anyone looking for a leg up when seeking employment, whether its downsized baby boomers competing for jobs with younger candidates, employees looking to climb up the ladder at their current jobs or to find a better job at another firm, or women/men seeking to return to the work force after taking time off to raise their
children," says Ms. Vega.

More about the book ~ The Image of Success is not only practical and informative, but is also an entertaining, humorous, and easy read. You'll find advice with hilarious examples of what not to do.  The Image of Success shares hundreds of tips on personal style, body language, etiquette, communication, and more all designed to help candidates avoid common pitfalls and create the kind of consistent personal image that will convince employers of their inherent value to the organization.

The Image of Success will be at book stores May 31.  It will also be available at  www.amacombooks.org.  Lizandra's contact info: www.lizandravega.com.  Also follow her on Twitter or fan her on Facebook.

What We Learned From Our Mothers

Quotes Gathered
by Brenda Kinsel, AICI CIP

As Mother's Day approaches and you think about your own mother, maybe you'll recall things she taught you about fashion or about life. Recently I asked my Facebook group what kinds of things they learned from their mothers. Here's a sampling of what they shared.

Denise: "Not to wear white because I'll stain it and it's ruined and that I wouldn't like wearing any sandals that had a "toe divider." I still rarely wear white - but I do wear "divided" sandals."

Bernadette: "My mom always told me that people would treat me differently by the way I dress. She added that when I look pulled together, I can get what I want because I will find favor in the eyes of men. She was right!!!"

Elizabeth: "Be sure to always wear clean underwear in case you're in an accident and have to go to the hospital."

Adena: "Mother taught us to always dress 'well' - not so much in words she said, but in example, and in not letting us out the door looking shabby, shoddy or sloppy. She (and our grandmother) also taught us to sew, so we were able to understand construction and fit."

Carol: "My mom taught us that we could always look great even when funds are limited. A few other tips my mother gave me: don't over ~ pluck eyebrows and apply the same amount of moisturizer to your neck (front and back) as you do on your face."  Read more...

Happy Mother's Day to mothers everywhere-including the ones in our memories.

www.brendakinseletc.com

Trinitas Health Foundation

Thanks Carol and Shanna