Katie, now that’s a great suit. The details on the collar are beautiful and the tailoring is superb. Love the colors, also; blue and brown together are wonderful.

I’m glad to see you’re wearing bolder earrings, and I noticed your hair is getting a little longer. I do hope you will let it grow out–I loved your chin-length hairdo.

In the humble opinion of this  image consultant, that purple is great, Katie! My only comment pertains to the neckline of this silk shirt:  Jewel neckline blouses worn with blazer jackets create a hard, straight line. A top with a tiny bit of a scoop at the neckline is much more feminine and flattering.

Love that color, though. Please wear this purple again soon!

Katie, you really look great in white, but I’d like to see something a little more sophisticated than an Oxford shirt. For a change, wear a polka dot shirt with a bold necklace and earrings.

I wonder what my readers think . . .

Katie,

This is an interesting suit, with a bit of a military look to it. I’d love to see you in a more feminine style. The turtleneck dresses the suit down substantially; a scoop-neck top would look more professional. Also, those drab military colors don’t flatter your skin as much as others colors.

When it comes to color, think jewels and gemstones instead of food. Here, jade would have been more dynamic than olive.

Katie, you look lovely. I prefer the scoop-neck tops under your suits much more than the white blouses. The line is much softer and subtler. This “tiny” jewelry lets the black of your jacket wear you, though. Be as bold with your jewelry as black is with your jacket and you won’t appear overwhelmed.

This is a nice blouse, and in a crisp white it would complement you even more. While the blouse “harmonizes” somewhat with this grey/brown blazer, the overall look offers no contrast. Therefore, you appear more “washed out” and less dynamic than you could. Remember, some bold silver earrings would bring our attention to your face.

Katie, very few people actually look great in brown. That’s because only about 20 percent of us actually have “warm” toned skin; about 80 percent of us have “cool” skin. Other image “experts” might tell you differently, but trust me! Tans and browns bring out a “sallow” skin tone, not a warm one. “Sallow” signifies “washed out,” “fading away” or even “unhealthy.” But you want to shout dynamic, smart and vibrant! Jewel tones speak well on your behalf.

That’s what I’m talking about!  You look gorgeous in this red!  Energized, youthful, relevant!   Your image is always a silent indicator of what others can expect from you.  Here it speaks volumes–the simple use of a vibrant color that complements your skin tone whispers to us that you’re a dynamic and powerful woman with something important to offer.  Imagine the addition of “chunky” silver earrings?  Wow!

Katie, this wrap is a nice alternative to a blazer.  It honors the roundness that is characteristic of a woman’s figure.  Without the assistance of a jacket’s formed shoulders, however, you’ll need to be more aware of your posture.  Be sure to sit up straight and pull your shoulders back.

Remember, also, that black-on-black can be austere without something to soften it.  Never let black wear you. Put it in its place with bold accessories, like a pin, omega necklace and “door-knocker” earrings.

Katie, this crisp, white shell was a great start.  It’s the plainness of the “Daddy” blazer and the color grey that undermine its uplifting potential.  You, like all women, look beautiful and dynamic in any vibrant color that suits your skin tone.  The contrast between the same white shell and a tailored navy blue or red jacket would compliment you, not overwhelm you.  Here the grey just seems to pull you down.  Good lipstick choice!  Your silver necklace (which looks colorful in this photo) could even get more “chunky” and closer to your face, in order to “frame” your face.  Pair such a necklace with “commanding” silver earrings and you’ll have our full attention, ma’am.