11 January 2010

Your life, your style

Whats in this Issue

• New Year Resolutions - Personal Branding
• Be Spectacular - Eyewear to Frame Your Image  
• Art of Corporate Fashion for Executive Gentlemen
• Pop-ups - Temporary Retail Stores
• When in Melbourne - History via Shopping
• Luv a Bargain 

Welcome to our newsletter!

It's that time of the year when you reflect on the past year and what you achieved, and where you're going. It's a great time to start the new year with a fresh new look to inspire you to be more adventurous, take more risks, and feel much more positive about yourself. It's about developing your Personal Brand so you stand out in the crowd.

New Year Resolutions - Personal Branding

When making New Year Resolutions, image and grooming are often overlooked. Why not make a resolution to be revolutionary with your appearance ... experiment and enjoy. 

Personal Branding Ensure your Personal Brand matches your Business Brand. You need to create an image that is authentic, credible and in sync with your values and goals. I am passionate to help you achieve this vision. Email me now for your consultation on robin@definingstyle.com.au

Hair Undergo a hair change, how long has it been since you've expressed who you are through your hair. Either a new style, fringe, colour, or guys shaving it all off (if you are receding fast). If you've had the same hair style for several years, you need to change.

Glasses You should change your glasses frames every 2 years, otherwise you look dated. There are so many amazing colours and styles now available. see 'Be Spectacular' below.

Grooming Guys, there is no excuse for nasal hairs jutting out and wax in your ears. This is one area of personal grooming you have to be meticulous. 

Compliments Lastly and most importantly, when you receive a compliment always smile and say thank you. Never take away from the goodwill of the giver, and the joy that you will receive.

Be Spectacular - Eyewear to Frame Your Image

With 3 out of 4 people in need of prescription lenses, eye wear is a major part of style and image and you can express who you are. It can be a signature item that not only influences the way we see, but how we are perceived. 

When choosing glasses you need to consider your face shape and your style personality. Is your face shape curved (oval, oblong, round, heart, teardrop) or angled (hexagon, rectangular, square, triangle, diamond). What is the image you want to portray, Subtle Sophisticate, Daring Dramatic, Natural, Inspired Artist, Elegant Charmer or, a combination of two or three of these.

I can help you select a frame to enhance your face shape, business image, wardrobe style along with suggestions in colour, material, temple and decoration. Call Robin now on 0419 468 272 to source a frame just for you. 

Art of Corporate Fashion for Executive Gentlemen

An Executive Gentleman relates to a well groomed, suited man with sophistication, polish and simplicity. 

• Self Awareness - How much do you know about your face shape, body shape and skin undertone. Your face shape, neck length and shoulder type are key factors to determine your appropriate type of collar. Your body shape determines if you should wear a single button, two button, three button or double breasted jacket. 
• Collars - The round collar balances an inverted triangle and rectangle face. Button down collars are more sporty. The English spread goes well with a small face. Pointy and long colllars balance long necks and round face shapes. Classic collars go well with everyone.
• Lapels - Lapels should be in good proprotion with your shoulder width. Notched lapels create a step effect and are great for single breasted suits. Peak lapels are for double breasted styles. The shawl or roll lapel is a continuous curve and can used in a dinner jacket or as a less formal jacket. The jacket with no lapel, Nehru, suits men with a big chest, but is less formal for business.

Pop-ups – Temporary Retail Stores

It's hip to hop into a temporary store in Sydney. Check out:

• The Grand Social on the top floor of QVB in the city next month. It is a hot spot with fashions from more than 50 Australian and Kiwi designers. www.thegrandsocial.com.au
• Incu Presents Topshop Iconic UK fashion chain Topshop is being retailed upstairs at Paddington boutique Incu, with stock replenished every month. www.incuclothing.com 

When in Melbourne – History via Shopping

If you are in Melbourne up to October 2010 check out this free exhibition at the State Library of Victoria. 'Til You Drop' looks at how shopping in Melbourne has changed since the city was founded in 1835. It charts the growth of boutiques, arcades and shopping centres including the launch of Myer in 1911. It tells the story of Melbourne using the theme of shopping. It encompasses the 19th century birth of window shopping, when leisure time became shopping time.

Luv a Bargain

• Berzelli Swimwear Australia - Every Sat & Sun until Jan 31, 9am-3pm. L1/784 Pittwater Rd, Brookvale www.berzelliswimwear.com.au
• David Jones - Save 30-70% off fashion including Sass & Bide 'Frayed Misfit' jeans $99.95 ($190) or Mimco Drum pouch bag, $279 ($399) www.davidjones.com.au Until Jan 24.
• Peep Toe Shoes - Up to 70% off shoes, bags and accessories until Jan 25. www.peeptoeshoes.com.au
• Longchamp - 30-50% off selected bags and accessories at MLC Centre or QVB until Jan 31. 1800 083 355.
• Frockaholics - Up to 50% off clothing, footwear and accessories while stocks last www.frockaholics.com.au. 

For more details on how to look great call Robin on 0419468272.

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Cheers

Robin Powis

“Thank you Robin for a wonderful Saturday afternoon helping me cleanse my wardrobe. I really appreciated your help on styles and colours which best suit me. The good news is, I can confirm the ‘cleansing’ (clothes on the floor) found their way into the ‘green bags’ which were picked up by the weekly Council men... I didn't even re-cycle many of them.

If you're like me and can't do it yourself, this is the best use of your time. Not only was the afternoon valuable in creating a new look wardrobe, especially with accessories, I now have a shopping list. A very productive and fun time - it's the best use of a couple of hours.”

Marion Stewart 
Northbridge