STYLE BULLETIN
APRIL 2013

Maximize Your Fashion Portfolio


Greetings!

April has lots of fun things in store for us - beginning with April Fool's Day on day one. One day most people don't particularly enjoy is April 15, otherwise known as the day we render unto Caesar what is Caesar's.  (I just saw that the 15th is also "Titanic Remembrance Day" - rather appropriate, I guess!)

Since we make time to assess our financial assets and liabilities, I think it's also appropriate to take an assessment at least once a year of our fashion portfolio, although in both cases this should be an on-going affair. Sometimes revisiting the successes and failures in the wardrobe can be just as painful, or more so, than Tax Day.  But it's never too late to start - let me know if you'd like a hand. Spring is an excellent time to get rid of the non-productive investments of the past and to face the rest of the year with a fresh start!

Photo: Heather McCloskey Beck

MAXIMIZE YOUR FASHION EQUITY 
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Are you making the most of your assets?  

What is your most valuable asset - your legs? Arms? Curves? Shoulders? By knowing your strong points, you're able to make purchases more wisely. Assets change over time (don't we know it!) so a periodic reassessment is always a good idea.

 

 

 

How's your inventory? 

If your inventory is too low, it's very difficult to put together outfits. Take stock of what you need (or need to replace) and make a shopping list. Likewise, if you've got inventory that you're not using, it's taking up valuable space. Cut your losses and write it off so you can make space for new items.

 



Is your portfolio diverse enough?
Does your wardrobe adequately address all aspects of your life? For example, are you heavily invested in work clothes, but sadly lacking in clothes for date night or informal social gatherings? Smart dressers make sure all areas of their life are covered, not just one.

 

Are your liabilities handicapping you?  

Maybe you're shopping for a lifestyle that no longer suits you...or you've given up altogether because it's too confusing...or you're dressing the way your friends do, even though it doesn't suit you...or you've got too many novelty pieces in your wardrobe and nothing works together. Any of this sound familiar? It's time to get out of habits that aren't serving you well.

 

Money  

Are you accruing interest?  

That is, compliments...confidence...feeling good about yourself...maybe a promotion or new job offer? Your wardrobe should help project the best 'you' there can be, and not be a hindrance.

 

Maybe it's time for an equity adjustment -

if you need a hand in getting your fashion portfolio in order, give me a call! 

 

 

 

 

Recent Articles You Might Like 
 
Dressing for the Theatre of Your Life. You know I'm a big fan of the Advanced Style blog, so I just had to share this video clip of the "Countess of Glamour" as she share some of her tips on looking great at 78.... 
 
I've Got a Secret....You've Got a Secret....and Frank Warren of PostSecret is sharing the ones he's been collecting.  This is worth watching....

 The Easter Parade on 5th Avenue...this is just a taste, but it makes me want to be there next year!

Let Your Closet Come Out of the Closet.  Some clever ways to display your fashion goodies...

 

This N'That

Attention all Foodies on the Peninsula!

Dine out at many of the great restaurants in the area and get a $10 discount - you can do it once a week (or in 52 days, or in any other time frame you want between now and March of 2014!) This deck of 52 cards has a featured restaurant on each card, each with a $10 value - that's a total dining value of $520! 

Featured restaurants include:  231 Ellsworth...Acqua Pazza...LreoLa Bistro...The Melting Pot...Sushiko Restaurant...The Van's...and many more.



The deck normally sells for $40, but now is available for only $20.  This would be a nice little birthday present...or client 'thank-you' gift...or maybe you just want a couple for yourself.  Let me know how many to set aside for you.  It's such steal!





Elena Speaking of bargains...
 
This coming weekend (April 5-7), friend and colleague, Elena, is having a rare "live" sale of items featured in her on-line consignment shop. She's got more than 950 (wow!) new or gently used popular brand-name items in sizes 0 to 2X.  Click on this link to get all the details, then get your sweet self over there to take advantage of this great sale!
 




Savvy Chic Boutique logo crop and Save the Date...
for an all-new Savvy Chic Boutique trunk show!  We're working with a new vendor who specializes in accessories - jewelry and handbags in particular.  Our first show will be April 25-27 at my home in Redwood Shores.  Invitations will go out soon!


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Be gAmazin 

This pretty well sums up my feelings about how to approach life, but it's especially true in the Spring - the flowers are in bloom...the air smells so fresh...the farmer's market will soon be back up and running every week...we're putting away our heavy clothes and boots and bringing out the sandals.  It's just an amazing time of year, and there's no reason for you to be anything less than amazing every day. Making a clear assessment of everything in your closet will do wonders for your spirit. As you transition your wardrobe to this fresh new season, make those tough decisions and let go of anything that will hold you back from being your most amazing self.

All my best to all of you!


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Adena DiTonno
adenaDesigns
Wardrobe and Image Consultant  

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President, 2012-2013
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