How to Model Your Self Into a Good Image Consultant

You have probably heard that image consultants are doing very well these days which is why you thought of getting into the business. But is it really for everyone? The answer is no and it will take a lot of things to make it work.

First, you must have prior experience in the chosen field you want to become an image consultant in so people will listen to you. If you want to be a image consultant/fashion consultant, it is good if you worked in the fashion industry for some time before deciding to get out.

Second, you should also have formal training and certification because this will increase your value as a professional. You may have worked for a fashion company in the past but further training increases your chances of being hired after choosing from other possible candidates.

With those two, you make or break your business as an image consultant with three important factors.

When you are hired to be an image consultant for a client, you have to do your best for that person. You must offer good quality so can be proud of what you have done since you have accomplished even beyond the client’s expectations.

If you have offer good quality, then no one will question how much you are charging. Most image consultants charge by the hour and on average that is about $50. If you work for a celebrity or a major corporation this is much bigger and you can only charge more if you have had previous clients in the past that are satisfied with your accomplishments.

Lastly, you must offer service. No one will an image consultant for one day and expect things to change. You have to talk with this person often, conduct follow ups to see how things are doing and be ready to make the necessary changes if the approaches used in the past do not produce any positive results.

Quality, price and service are the three most important factors you must always possess if you want to succeed as an image consultant.

If business is doing well, you will not only help individuals but also companies as well. The difference between the two is the fact that with a company, you will assess not one but a group of individuals. Talking to them is very tedious so you have to be able to conduct a seminar or workshop and still produce positive results.

You may not have time to manage a lot of clients and this is when you have to hire or train people who want to become image consultants so your reputation is not jeopardized just because you are not the one handling the case.

Another option will be to network with other image consultants especially when they specialize in something you are not so familiar with.

There is room for everyone who decides to become an image consultant. Those who do well will be in business for years while those who don’t will fold.

Surely, you want your business as an image consultant to succeed so keep the three factors in mind and get all the training you need. You will find these useful when you face a client so you are able to deliver results.

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The Louis Vuitton - Monogram Boulogne

The Louis Vuitton Boulogne Purse is from the famed handbag and leathergoods company's 2014 catalog. The Boulogne comes in 4 styles all of which have the same basic design, but feature different fabrics and accents depending on which bag you choose.

The two largest purses in the Boulogne collection measure 11.8" x 11" x 3.5." The basic designs of the bags are the same, but are very different because of the details. One of the Boulonge purses is black monogrammed Mini Lin cotton and linen canvas. The fabric on this Louis Vuitton Monogrammed Boulogne purse is very elegant and rich. The bag is lightweight and perfect for summer. Brass hardware and black leather strap and corner reinforcements only add to the look and make it a well rounded bag. This particular bag would look great with almost anything and any outing.

The other Louis Vuitton Monogram Boulogne purse of the same size (11.8" x 11" x 3.5") in this collection is more of the classic Louis Vuitton style. This bag features the notable gold monogrammed LV insignia on rich dark brown leather. This bag is very similar to the above mentioned, but instead of the canvas and linen is made of leather. This style features a light tan leather strap and matching corner reinforcements. The bag also has brass hardware.

The next bag of the Louis Vuitton Monogram Boulogne purse collection is the Monogram Mulitcolore bag. This bag is smaller than the first two measuring at 12.2" x 10" x 3.9." The bag gives the ever popular Louis Vuitton design an updated look. Instead of the tan and brown color combination this bag features a black background with multicolored LV insignia's. This bag has a very nice outside zippered pocket, which would be great for credit cards or cash on the go. The straps and corner reinforcements are tan calfskin.

The smallest bag of the Louis Vuitton Monogram Boulogne purse collection is the Little Boulogne. This bag is much smaller than the others in the collection at 7.5" x 5.9" x 2" but is very versatile and great for on the go. The LV monogram pattern is featured in black jacquard satin. Black leather strap and reinforcements make the bag very elegant and usable for many occasions. The bag is also the only one of the collection to feature silver hardware, which looks great next to the black on black styling of the bag.

This collection is very modern and versatile for everyday use or a night out. The little Boulogne could be paired with jeans or with a little black dress. The styles of the larger bags would look perfect for a light lunch and walk in the park with a good friend. This bag is a classically designed Louis Vuitton and could be used for years to come. It is perfect for any age or taste. The Louis Vuitton Monogram Boulogne would also make a great gift. These traditional styles will be a timeless addition to your collection. So why not get one for your self today.

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Service In Style: Career Clothing For Hospitality Workers

Working in an industry such as hospitality would require you to have uniforms. Although some would think this as a bummer, don’t be sad just yet. Career clothing for hospitality workers are not like any other uniforms. These could be different since they can come in style. In fact, the category of hospitality apparel is very interesting, especially if you keep a sharp eye on the different uniforms of different companies.

Although clothing pieces would generally vary depending on your kind of work, there are still some that are popular among different positions. Here are some of the common pieces that you could wear to provide service to your guests in fashion.

Serving Gloves

This is usually a pair of white cotton gloves that is worn by waiters and waitresses or anyone else in the position who would be serving food. Other than looking good, gloves are one symbol of sanitary cleanliness among the working place. This means that the hotel or the facility is mindful about their service and cleanliness.

Junior Cord Housekeeping Dress

This is basically the customary blue dress with a white apron that has trims. This dress is a staple among the housekeeping department and is a traditional piece accepted as modest apparel for housekeeping. It is also a favourite piece for lots of women in this kind of work. Dresses like these are also easy to launder because of the fabric they are made from.

Apron

You can see this piece worn by both men and women. This is most likely a staple if you’ll be working in cafe’s, restaurants, and other food oriented establishments. Although it may be a simple piece to look at, it is actually one of the most important piece of apparel for hospitality workers in the food industry. This is mainly because of its functionality and helpfulness in regard to the nature of their job.

There are different kinds of aprons. You would normally see men wearing the big ones while women wear the small skirt-like ones, which are called tea aprons. Tea aprons are very popular among maids or housekeepers too. Aprons may come in different colors and designs. It basically depends on the company you are working for.

Chef Coats

This is yet another staple in chef uniforms. They usually come in different colors. The most popular are white, black and dark blue. There is a conventional style and designs would generally vary on their trimmings and color combinations. However, the cloth used would be a big factor on how good or bad a chef coat is, since the kitchen could be a pretty hot place to be.

Polo Shirts

Polo shirts are one way to look professional in a not so formal setting. These can be worn by both men and women. These are perfect for cruise ship workers, since it provides both comfort and flexibility. They also come in different colors and usually have the company’s name or logo embroidered in one of the front pockets.

Tuxedos

These are popular for those working in a very formal setting or event. Waiters and attendants in hotels are usually spotted wearing these. Black is the popular color. The overall look highly depends on the trimming or added accent with the suit. Both men and women could wear this too.

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The Dark History of Sunglasses

Sunglasses have a dark history, but a brilliant future. The history of sunglasses can be traced back to Roman Emperor Nero who watched the gladiator competitions through polished light emerald green gems held up to his eyes.

The invention of sunglasses was somewhere between 1268 and 1289. A visual historical recording of early sunglasses is a painting done by Tommaso da Modena in 1352. The person in the painting was wearing sunglasses. This was the first painting of a subject in sunglasses and many more were to follow as it became a fashionable symbol of distinction or honor.

Around the twelfth century and before 1430, sunglasses were worn by Judges in the Courts of China. The smoky quartz, flat-glassed panes were not used as protection from the sun. They were used to conceal any expression in their eyes to keep from giving away the outcome of their decisions. Prescription sunglasses were developed in Italy in 1430 and were later used by the Chinese Judges. is this surprising, you better be not surprised for you nee to know this too.

By the 1600's people began to realize the benefits of prescription glasses as helping the elderly to see better and the motto "A Blessing to the Aged" came into being in 1629. It was the motto of an English eyeglasses manufacturer, Spectacle Makers Company.

In the mid 18th Century, James Ayscough developed blue and green corrective lenses which began the use of sunglasses for correcting optical impairments.

The development of glasses and sunglasses continued through the years. Problems in keeping eyeglasses on the face or propped on the nose led to experiments. Glasses frames had been made from leather, bones and metal and were propped on the nose. Sidepieces began as silk strips of ribbon that looped around the ears. Instead of loops, the Chinese added ceramic weights to the ends of the ribbons. Solid sidepieces were finally invented by Edward Scarlett in 1730. Benjamen Franklin's invention of bifocal lenses followed in 1780.

By the 20th Century, sunglasses were used to protect the eyes from the sun. In 1929 Sam Foster began selling his protective sunglasses at Woolworth stores on the boardwalk at the beaches in Atlantic City and New Jersey. His Foster Grants were the first mass-produced sunglasses and they began the trend of sunglasses for fashion.

In the 1930's the Army Air Corps asked Bausch & Lomb to develop sunglasses that would efficiently reduce high-altitude sun glare for pilots. Bausch & Lomb came up with sunglasses that had a dark green tint that absorbed light through the yellow spectrum.

Edward H. Land had invented the Polaroid filter and by 1936 he was using it in the making of sunglasses and soon, sunglasses became "cool." Movies stars began wearing sunglasses as a statement and to hide behind. Aviator glasses became popular with the movie stars and the general public in 1937 after Ray Ban developed the anti-glare sunglasses using polarization. The longer lens was created to give more protection to pilots' eyes from the light reflecting off their control panels.

By the 1970's Hollywood stars and fashion designers made a huge impact on the sunglasses market. Clothing designers and stars put their names on glasses and sunglasses and everyone had to have them.

In 2014, stars are still hiding behind their oversized designer sunglasses, making fashion statements and protecting their eyes from the harmful effects of the Ultra Violet (UV) rays of the sun. With modern technology and improvements, sunglasses continue to evolve. We have gone from holding green gems up to our eyes to watch Gladiator sports to Oakley's 2004 sunglasses with digital audio players built in. What's next?

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Monograms -great way to start a new life

Monograms have been used for centuries as identifying marks and embellishments. Wedding invitations are some of the best examples of monograms and the most widely used example. What a great way to start a new life together with a special and imaginative design to share with your family and friends.
The basic three-letter styling of monograms has not been changed much since the late 19th century to the early 20th century. These monograms are designed with the first initial to the left, the middle initial to the right, and the last initial in the middle. Examples of monograms used in this manner are, stationary, towels, pillow cases, and of course wedding invitations, just to name a few. These styles are the most classic examples of monograms and the most widely known.

While monograms are not readily used as true identifying marks so much anymore, they are still used as more of a decorative keepsake, the most popular being wedding invitations. These can be done very elaborately or in a simple sleek design. The monogram should go hand in hand with the theme of the wedding and the direction the couple would like to go.

When looking for the perfect monogram for wedding invitations you should look for examples of monograms. The best way to do this is to get on the computer and open your basic text editor, such as Word. In this program you will find many fonts and can make different arrangements with the initials. This is actually really fun to do and the possibilities are almost endless.

Many online software programs also offer ad on packs with even more font choices. The next step would be to find a friend with some artistic ability and have him or her draw some simple designs, or go to the stationary store and research ideas there. Go to a reputable store which features an in house designer that can give you some examples of monograms.

Examples of monograms are also readily available on the internet. A simple search brings up many site results and examples offering a bounty of information and ideas. You may even be able to find the perfect online retailer to purchase your items from. Many businesses, especially wedding oriented ones, operator mainly by the internet and offer deep discounts compared to a brick and mortar store. The designs, however, may not be very unique or original.

Another great idea to find examples of monograms is to ask to see someone such as a grandmother or older aunt's jewelry collection. In the not so distant past and even today monogrammed jewelry was very popular. If the special person has some jewelry of this sort, see if you like the examples of monograms engraved. If you find something you like, have the stationary store or person creating your wedding invitations recreate this design. What a unique and special tribute to your family, and future together.

Creating your wedding invitations can be a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be. With a little creativity and a helpful hand you are sure to send out something truly special and unique to your guests.

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Women branding with the help of an image consultant

Makeovers are one of the most "in" thing nowadays. From women homemakers, to bachelor yuppies, to kids that have no sense of style and aging men who are awkwardly dressed for their ages—makeovers seem to define how a person is. Because of this rampant need to consult experts on the way that people look even image consultants have different specialization.

But, the biggest chuck of the society that image consultants cater to, are the women. Maybe because it is innate for women to be conscious about the way they look especially when they appear in public. Image consultants—especially for working women that are professional—are very important because these people do not only monitor the overall lifestyle and also their lives.

Among the kinds of people that are in need of help through makeovers usually those women who don’t have the time to take care of their appearance due to lack of time such as working moms and stay home mothers. The reason for this that these people are some of the hardest working people on the planet and the people with the least time on their hands to worry about the way they look.

But why is it important for these people to look good? For women homemakers, sometimes it's a little too much if they put on makeup and dress fabulous. But the truth is that not because they are stay home moms they should forget about looking good. Image consultants that focus on stay home moms' image have a few things to consider which include the age of the person and the type of lifestyle that they have.

For stay home moms, the major components that an image consultant should pay attention to include clothing, including color and "line" or style of garments; accessories from head to toe; hair; and makeup.

When an image consultant audits a woman's closet they should look in to these things so that they could build the woman that they want to build. In fact they don't need to build from the ground up. They could start from finding the right clothes that they could still use and make sure that they look good with the style and the brand that they would want to see.

Women branding

Going back to branding yourself, branding means having a personal style that's distinctly your own and that could stand out among other styles. It is important to have a personal brand because it is what makes us different from another person.

Branding is like having a name that would stick and people would remember. How many times has this situation happened to you? You are in a party and you keep mingling among the guests and you are meeting a lot of people. After the party, you accidentally bump into one of the people you happened to meet there. You say hi and the person acknowledges you but they can't remember your name or it's the other way around. Branding is important because it makes people remember who you are. It's like when you say Marilyn Monroe, you will immediately remember the mole and the white dress or when you say Elvis Presley, the sideburns and the tassels come in to mind. Now that 's branding.

When you brand yourself, you put your signature on the things that you wear and tell other people that this is you. Branding doesn't have to be expensive clothes and designer products. When you brand yourself, you need to take into consideration the image that you want to portray.

Women's image consultants have their hands full all the time with the different types of women they have to work with. But one thing is for sure when it comes to them—nothing is impossible.

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Why Greeting cards with love

Greeting cards are indeed one of the best ways to reach out and touch the person to whom you wish to convey love. Love is one of the greeting card industry's best friends. Love sells products. Love sells words and images. Love even sells colors.

When you sell greeting cards, you sell emotions. Love is the strongest emotion.

The love that is shown with a simple greeting card can start a relationship that will last a lifetime. Whether it be a friendship-only type of love or a relative reconnecting with another relative after a long absence of closeness, or the most common love of a couple seeking that special bond, a greeting card can play a big part.

Anytime a greeting card is given to someone who is in pain, it shows a love of someone who cares. When a person is hospitalized for a life-long illness, a greeting card can be a daily reminder, placed by the bedside, that the person is not alone in their suffering. When someone has suffered a hurt with another kind of pain, the pain of losing someone loved to death or separation, a greeting card can show a tender love of compassion. When someone has hurt feelings, a greeting card can show a love from empathy or a request for forgiveness. When a small child has been separated from their parent, grandparent, sibling, or even a best friend, a greeting card can send love across the miles. Love is the most tender of emotions.

The pictures on a greeting card can show love to introduce the caring that is placed inside with the words of the card. It helps clarify and create the mood when a greeting card has a loving picture as a preview to the feelings inside. The card may even help melt a hardened heart that has closed itself off to love.

Never underestimate the power of a greeting card meant to send a bit of love. While some scoff at the simple act of a card given, others depend upon the card's power to smooth the way for a deeper relationship with the recipient. A person's favorite colors, favorite flowers, favorite animals, or a hobby shown on the front of the card can touch something inside their hearts or jog a long-lost fond memory. The person then opens the card and may smile if a smile has not yet been forthcoming. Once they read the words that were chosen with care, it will seal the mood. After that, it is often only a bit of time before a phone call or letter or even an email of much awaited thanks will evolve. Once more, love is revived and celebrated.

Greeting cards....so simple and yet a saving grace for many. It should jog the memory to recall the nervousness with which the first greeting card was given by a shy teen to a sweet first love. Maybe the memory is of a lonely elderly person trying to find a soul-mate after years of missing their spouse. Whatever the memory, you can bet there is a greeting card involved somewhere along the line!

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The Making of Sunglasses Emperor Nero "made" the first sunglasses

The Making of Sunglasses Roman Emperor Nero "made" the first sunglasses by watching gladiator competitions through polished light emerald green gems held up to his eyes. The true invention of sunglasses was somewhere between 1268 and 1289.

Around the twelfth century and before 1430, sunglasses were worn by Judges in the Courts of China. The smoky quartz, flat-glassed panes were not used as protection from the sun. They were used to conceal any expression in their eyes to keep from giving away the outcome of their decisions. Prescription sunglasses were developed in Italy in 1430 and were later used by the Chinese Judges.

By the 1600's people began to realize the benefits of prescription glasses as helping the elderly to see better and the motto "A Blessing to the Aged" came into being in 1629.
In the mid 18th Century, James Ayscough developed blue and green corrective lenses which began the use of sunglasses for correcting optical impairments.

The development of glasses and sunglasses evolved. Problems in keeping eyeglasses propped on the nose led to experiments. Glasses frames had been made from leather, bones and metal and were propped on the nose. Sidepieces began as silk strips of ribbon that looped around the ears. Instead of loops, the Chinese added ceramic weights to the ends of the ribbons. Solid sidepieces were invented by Edward Scarlett in 1730. Benjamen Franklin's invention of bifocal lenses followed in 1780.

By the 20th Century, sunglasses were used to protect the eyes from the sun. In 1929 Sam Foster began selling his protective sunglasses at Woolworth stores on the boardwalk at the beaches in Atlantic City and New Jersey. His Foster Grants were the first mass-produced sunglasses and they began the trend of sunglasses for fashion.

In the 1930's the Army Air Corps asked Bausch & Lomb to develop sunglasses that would efficiently reduce high-altitude sun glare for pilots. Bausch & Lomb came up with sunglasses that had a dark green tint that absorbed light through the yellow spectrum.

Edward H. Land had invented the Polaroid filter and by 1936 he was using it in the making of sunglasses and soon, sunglasses became "cool." Movies stars began wearing sunglasses as a statement and to hide behind. Aviator glasses became popular with the movie stars and the general public in 1937 after Ray Ban developed the anti-glare sunglasses using polarization. The longer lens was created to give more protection to pilots' eyes from the light reflecting off their control panels.

By the 1970's Hollywood stars and fashion designers made a huge impact on the sunglasses market. Clothing designers and stars put their names on glasses and sunglasses and everyone had to have them.

In 2013, stars are still hiding behind their oversized designer sunglasses, making fashion statements and protecting their eyes from the harmful effects of the Ultra Violet (UV) rays of the sun. With modern technology and improvements, the making of sunglasses continues to evolve. We have gone from holding green gems up to our eyes to watch Gladiator sports to Oakley's 2004 sunglasses with digital audio players built in. What's next?

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Is Retro Sunglasses, the Way to Go ?

When it comes to sunglasses, is retro the way to go? You are probably seeing a lot of different designs of shades these days, are they new? Truthfully, there are really no new designs, just redesigns of a formerly popular style. In the fashion world, retro designs are everywhere--and sunglasses are no exception.

One design that has poked its head back into the fashion world is well known all over. Onassis Glasses, or the Jackie-O design sunglasses were popularized by the former First Lady Kennedy. After becoming Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, she flaunted this oversized style of sunglasses all over the globe. The style was so closely associated with her, that it has shared her name since the late seventies.

After fading from the public eye, the Onassis Glasses lay dormant for about thirty years. However, poised for a comeback, these sunglasses have begun making waves on red carpets and runways all over. The women credited for bringing back the infamous sunglasses are Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton. Since then, Jackie-O's have been seen on the faces of famous women and trendy-but-average Janes everywhere.

Another retro design of sunglasses that has made big waves recently is the cleverly named Aviators. Originally designed in the 1930's for military pilots, Aviators were hot on fashionable faces in the 1960's and 1980's. True to their every-twenty-year trend, Aviators are back with avengance and have been favorites for men, and women, with style. It is particularly true that this style of sunglasses has caught on with the younger "MTV Crowd" more than with adults. Johnny Knoxville has adapted Aviators as his signature style.

Some styles of sunglasses have briefly shown themselves in fashion, only to never be heard from again. This is not necessarily a bad thing. There are those sunglasses the human race still feels a little silly about. However, let's not speak too soon. These sunglasses could be waiting in the wings for their triumphant return.

OVER-Oversized sunglasses are one fashion faux-pa most of us would rather not make. The design is a retro tribute to the late Lady O when they are slightly oversized and conservative. However, when the sunglasses appear to be attempting to take over your face, you may have crossed the line into ridiculous. Save the supersized look for clowns and put this design back in the vault.

Another design that some hope will never return carries a soft spot in the hearts of many women. The Wayfarer sunglasses were first made popular by Hollywood's bad boy, James Dean. After his death, these sunglasses were worn for a time, before slowly falling by the wayside to make room for the newer styles.

However, the Wayfarer was gone but not forgotten. The sunglasses made a double comeback on the faces of James Belushi and Dan Aykroyd, better known in the eighties as the Blues Brothers. The sunglasses with a clean black, square design were a perfect complement to their all black suits, hats and ties.

Wayfarers made one more comeback in 1983 when a sock and underwear clad young man slid into the living room and into our hearts. Before Tom Cruise was the controversial figure he is today, he was a hot high school graduate just trying to get into a good college. The Wayfarers sunglasses haven't been much on the fashion scene since then, but we've never forgotten.

It's hard to tell what may come next in the world of fashion sunglasses. If you really want to keep up with it, just check the fashion magazines in early spring and see what new old styles are unfolding. You may have seen them all before, but these retro sunglasses are bound to have a new and exciting twist.

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The next big thing called virtual image consultants

It cannot be denied that for the past years, the need for image consultants has been increasing steadily. This is because more and more image consultants are making waves and making people's lives more stylish and fabulous. Thanks to the reality shows like, Extreme Makeover, Ambush Makeover and Queer Eye for the straight guy, more and more people are becoming aware of the need to look good and to make a god impression.

The main goal of image consultants and makeovers are to help the clients express yourself, live with self-confidence, and be contented with who you are. Image consultants work hand in hand with their clients to make sure that they bring out the best in the client. But makeovers not only consist of the physical appearance it also involves other aspects that other people use to make an impression of a person.

Some of those other aspects are "verbal communication" wherein a person carries a conversation with other people and involving the way they speak and how they pronounce the words; the "body language" which focuses on how the person moves, eye contact, context clues and other non-verbal forms of communication; and lastly, the "etiquette" or "social manners" which revolves around how people carry themselves around others.

But because of the fast paced way of life there is a little time for regular people to waive of their schedules and make way for an appointment with an image consultant. Because of the need to look good and feel good people are looking for different ways to make the appointment happen. They say that necessity is the mother of all inventions and one of the breakthroughs related to image consultation is virtual image consulting through the Internet. The Internet has made it possible for all the people looking to be under the observant eye of an image consultant push through.

Introducing, virtual image consultants

It is a very convenient way to look good and understand your style. A virtual image consultant makes it possible for people to go through the changes that they want without the hassle of leaving their homes or the office. Another good thing about is that it allows the person to undergo the changes at their own pace because it is hard for some people to accept change. Some people feel very uncomfortable mobbing out of their comfort zones that they have been sitting in for the rest of their lives.

There's no underestimating the importance of dressing in a way that makes you feel good about yourself. While we all be on familiar terms with that living a healthy lifestyle is a big march in the right course, paying special notice to your requirements is the other part of the equation.

Just like a regular image consultant that has an office and a network, a virtual image consultant offers you the following personal services:

- Color analysis wherein there is a deep understanding the colors and the hues that would make the natural skin colors come out and be accentuated;

- Closet audit and wardrobe evaluation wherein picking out the right clothes that would flatter the person's lines and curves are highlighted;

- Discovering the client's personal style wherein there are personality matches that are being conducted by the image consultant him or herself;

- Personal shopping wherein the client and the image consultant go through the wardrobe that is in season and finding the suitable ones while eliminating the need to go to the mall and rummage trough different racks and the hours that is spent trying on different styles.

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All About Equestrian Jewelry

Horse lovers and riding enthusiasts show their love for horses in many ways. Some like to wear equestrian outfits. Others use equestrian home décor in their houses. Still others like to use equestrian jewelry.

The beauty of a horse's form and elegance of its stand and gait make it the perfect addition to any jewelry. That is why more and more jewelry makers have horse design collections. From trinkets to large diamond-stud pendants, these pieces of jewelry can match any wardrobe and can be worn in any occasion.

This type of bling may be made of gold, white gold, sterling silver or platinum. While some are purely metallic pieces, others add some stones or gems like diamonds, pearls, turquoises, sapphires, rubies, and crystals. Of less costly materials include beads and semi-precious stones.

As for the jewelry types, the most common is the necklace. Horse designs are usually in the pendant. While you may see a horse in extended trot, there are more pendants that have a horse head or Equus design. The head is sometimes framed with a round or square frame, and may be plain or studded. Other pendant designs are horse shoe, bit, stirrup, hunting horn, crop and boot, dressage horse, saddle, hoof pick, golden boot, blue ribbon, and many others. Some charms can also be used as pendants, such as bell boot, breed and bucket charms. Heart-shaped diamond lockets with horse designs are also used as pendants sometimes. Chain can be cable or plain.

Another jewelry type is the bracelet. Charms are used to embellish the chain. With slide or clip-on charms, you are able to mix and match the charms and bracelets that you have. Some common charm designs include heart horse, horse shoe, boot jack, paddock boot, blue ribbon and dressage hat. For the chain, it can be plain, or with designs such as stirrup, toggle, bit or cable.

Earrings are also among the favorite jewelry for women. Designs are similar as the pendants, as necklace and earring sets are commonly sold. Some like smaller stud earrings, while others prefer longer, dangling ones. Common designs are horse shoe and stirrups.

There are also horse rings available. Some designs include double horse head and nail. The good thing about rings is that it can be worn by both men and women. His and hers horse rings would make a nice engagement or wedding present.

There are also watches with horse designs available. Horse designs are also available for brooches, barrettes, pins and cufflinks. While they are generally not considered jewelry, they also fall in this category because of the material used and its cost. Examples are square horse cufflinks and gold equestrian brooches. For pins, you may find saddle, hunting whip, hunting horn or heart-shaped horse designs. You can also find diamond-studded silver barrettes for the hair.

You don't need to love horses in order to wear equestrian jewelry. You may not even like to wear jewelry at all. But with the many designs available, there is one that you'll surely grow to appreciate and love. So if you're thinking of spicing up your wardrobe or if you're running out of gift ideas for a friend or family member who loves horses, why not try horse jewelry. They're elegant, classy and never go out of style.

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Choosing the Perfect Retirement Gift for the Firefighter

Valor is an integral aspect when it comes to choosing the right gift for the retiring firefighter. Almost every single day, they risk their lives in often-dangerous situations in their career. So in their final day in service, the retiree must be honored as much as possible for his/her commitment to the job and we must let them know that he/she is appreciated.

The Best Tips

As much as possible, the gift must be related to firefighting as the retiree has practically given his heart and soul into saving people in danger. But the gift shouldn’t be merely serious. There are lots of products on the web that offer firefighter retirement gifts ranging from the inspirational to the outright silly. Examples are the Fireman’s Prayer embedded on towels and carpets or maybe a pocket watch with the Firefighter symbol engraved on the reverse side of the watch.

But if you want to make the retiree truly feel like a hero, charms and medals should be on the way. In retirementgifts.com, 14K gold cross charms are available and personalized honorary medals. There are also Flag Maltese coins and Fire Chief Gold and Silver coins available on firefighter.com. One may also opt for classic retirement gifts like sculpted pewter moneyclips, mugs and limited-edition chrome lighters.

Or you can add a twist to your firefighter retirement gifts like a little autograph on the cap or probably a customized bobble head doll featuring the retiree. A polo shirt with a monogram is also a good choice. The possibilities are endless. All one needs is a pocket full of imagination.

One may also give a tribute magazine to the retiree, where it chronicles the firefighter’s highlights in his career and probably with some testimonials from friends, colleagues and family.

Thinking Forward

Firefighters are typically active people, so good retirement gifts may be also items that promote a hobby. A good choice is tool sets if the retiree loves to tweak automobiles. Or you may also give a golf set with a firefighter’s logo stitched on the golf bag to encourage him to take up sports and stay active and healthy. With that said, also include on the list, tennis and squash rackets.

You may also pique the retiree’s interest in history, giving him gifts about firefighting and some antique materials related to the retiree’s profession. Whatever your choice may be, it is sure to let you have the retiree’s appreciation.

Conclusion

But given all these options to work with, one must keep into mind that when choosing a retirement gift, you should take into account the retiree’s personality and hobbies. If he/she is the type who loves sports, take that angle. If he/she is a bit vain, then plaques and customized trophies should be in place. But if you and the retiree are mainly acquaintances but you want to give him/her a gift anyway, then classics such as coffee-table books featuring the retiree or special medals and coins are favorites.

Whatever you will choose as a gift, make sure that you recognize how you value the retiree’s contribution to society. Firefighting is a demanding profession that needs a lot of commitment, and a gesture as simple as giving a towel with a firefighter’s logo could suffice as a retirement gift.

Keep that in mind, and your gift-giving woes shall be gone.

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The French fashion Monogram Miroir Collection: Louis Vuitton

Louis Vuitton is a company known for its line of French fashion products. From their stylish handbags to their cool looking sunglasses, their line of items is respected greatly in the fashion world. In fact, the brand is so strong that the Louis Vuitton monogram was designed not just for style, but to prevent any counterfeits. It's ironic that this famous brand also sports the most knockoffs. That just goes to show how recognized the brand name is.

Taking a closer look at the Louis Vuitton items, their winter 2006 show collection revealed the Monogram Miroir style of products. This style would breathe new life to the classic handbags such as the Alma and the Speedy 30. The Louis Vuitton Monogram Miroir products all share an eye-catching reflective gold or silver coating.

With an objective towards fashionable trends instead of practicality, these items aren't for the unsophisticated. The Louis Vuitton Monogram Miroir collection is no exception. Highly known celebrities such as Paris Hilton and Scarlett Johansson can be seen with this famous brand. Various models and actresses have even lent their name and image to be used in marketing campaigns. Surely, a Monogram Miroir product will make you shine like a star, if you aren't one already.

Being an older line of products, you probably won't run into many Monogram Miroir products from the Louis Vuitton brand. But if you do some looking around, you'll find that the prices can climb well into the thousands. Not only do you have to shell out a pretty penny for an exquisite item, but you'll have to keep an eye out for counterfeit material as well.

Although there are newer lines of items that are always being produced, none will match the flashy look of the Louis Vuitton Monogram Miroir collection. The gold version gives off a brilliant shine, but it may be a little too pricey for some. You may want to opt for the classy silver color. Not only will you save a little money, but the silver version seems to match with anything.

If you liked a specific handbag, the Monogram Miroir collection extends itself to a couple of types. The Pochette is the smallest model. It is smooth and compact, and the gold/silver coat looks like a portable mirror.

The Keepall functions as its name implies; it allows you to carry all your goods with you with ease and style. It is the largest model of the Monogram Miroir collection.

If you don't like the extreme choices, you can pick something in between. The Alma is the Pochette's bigger sister. The shape is slightly different and it has a bigger storage space.

The Speedy handbag can be considered the Keepall's younger brother. The maximum capacity it can hold is slightly less than the Keepall. However, the Speedy still retains the same shape and feel.

The Louis Vuitton Monogram Miroir products are rare, but you can still find one if you do a little searching. If you can find one, expect to pay big bucks for it.

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Learn How Sunglasses Are Made

Sunglasses area unit fashionable fashion accessories that cause you to look and feel cool, however have you ever ever questioned however those cool shades area unit made? specs are available several designs, shapes, colours and makes.

There area unit polarized, prescription, clip-on, flexible, men\'s, women\'s, unisex, children\'s, designer, and bespoken specs.  There area unit police, pilot and rescue specs, biker, athlete and different sports specs. There area unit even specs with inherent audio digital players. however area unit of these totally different specs made?Sunglasses have varied styles of lenses.

Glass lenses have higher visual quality and area unit a lot of scratch-resistant than plastic ones. photograph chromic lenses darken in reaction to lightweight. Glass photograph chromic lenses area unit a lot of economical within the reduction of extremist Violet lightweight rays.  Gradient Lenses area unit darker on prime and bit by bit become lighter toward very cheap.Materials used for colouring polarized lenses area unit typically brown or grey.  Any color tint is used for top index, Trivex, and polycarbonate.

Different color lenses provide totally different levels of protection from the ultraviolet radiation rays of the sun. as an example, amber and brown do a higher job of riveting the {uv|ultraviolet|ultraviolet radiation|ultraviolet lightweight|ultraviolet illumination|UV|actinic radiation|actinic ray} light.   Treatment of clear lenses with anti-reflective coatings can shield the eyes from ultraviolet radiation radiation. the most effective level of protection from ultraviolet radiation rays is a hundred per cent.  The anti-reflective coating has an extra advantage of serving to to safeguard the lenses from some surface scratches.

Before colouring, lenses got to properly slot in the chosen antecedently factory-made frame; so, the lens must be ground to suit the frame\'s size and form.  Also, the lens has got to be ground per the prescription so as to unravel refractive errors within the customer\'s vision. 
Myopic vision is one example of an eye fixed drawback that might need a prescription for specs. different specs prescriptions may well be for bifocals, progressive bifocals and trifocals which might need a bigger size lens to accommodate the lens progression.

The grinder that\'s wont to grind the lenses to the specifications of the prescription is named AN edger. there\'s a relentless supply of water running over the lens whereas it\'s being ground so as to cut back the warmth caused by friction on the glass.
The friction heat will cause glass to crack or break.  Water conjointly makes the grinding easier and drum sander on the sting and prevents scratching of the surface from dry glass grit.When the grinding is completed and therefore the lenses area unit clean, tint is additional to the lens by dipping the lens in a very tint answer that is absorbed into the lens.

The longer it\'s lordotic, the darker the tint.  The lenses area unit completely rinsed and dried then area unit work into the specs frame and therefore the frame is secured tightly round the lens by modification the screws on the frame. specs frames area unit factory-made from merchandise like plastic, nylon, carbon fiber and metal.The method of creating specs has return an extended manner from once Roman Emperor Nero command polished lightweight emerald glass gems up to his eyes and Chinese hooked up ceramic weights to the ends of ribbons draped over the ears so as to stay on their cool specs.

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How to Buy Equestrian Decors and Clocks for your Home

If you are a big fan of horses and the people who ride them, you might want to express it by buying different equestrian decors and clocks for your home. If you know of someone who is a big fan of the sport, you might also want to give such items to him or her. However, purchasing an item needs a lot of careful thought.

How exactly does one choose a décor or clock? 

1) Consider the recipient 

 If you plan to give the decors to a friend or even if you are just buying something for your own use, you might want to consider whoever is using it. Try to match it with his or her personality. This doesn't mean the usual clichéd "yellow if she's happy and red if he's mad" type of personality matching.
You need to go deeper than the obvious. With a gift, you have an opportunity to capture a person's essence.

2) Location, location, location 

 A décor or clock should always blend with the surroundings. If you are giving one as a gift, you might want to check out the recipient's place first. If you are buying it for your house, you need a clear idea regarding where you will place the clock.
Sometimes, a small item like a clock or décor is able to bring about an organic unity. Of course, there are also times when a clock or décor ruins the entire look of a place. That statement was not meant to pressure you into picking the "perfect" décor. However, you should take it as an encouragement to at least try and make the décor work with other decorations. Try not to see it just as a separate piece but as part of the whole.

3) Budget 

 Money will always be a cause for concern among people. You do not have unlimited resources. You need to make use of those resources wisely. Before buying anything, you need to at least have an idea regarding just how much money you can spend on the item. However, you must also be very discerning regarding the true value of something.
You need to be a bit flexible regarding your budget. If something's worth just a few more dollars, why shouldn't you get it? You have to trust your instinct. However, you still have to remain in control. Make sure that your flexibility is within reason.

4) Functionality 

 If you are buying an equestrian clock, you might want to make sure of its functionality. Although such a clock is made to look good, the fact that it is a clock establishes certain expectations.
If its décor we are talking about, surely you might see some purpose behind the aesthetic value of a decoration. Some people may argue that the whole point of decoration is to look good. However, you should realize that life today calls for practicality. Function is sought after, even in décor.

5) Consider the materials 

 In decoration, the materials used determine a lot of factors. By checking out the materials of an equestrian décor or clock, you will be able to determine its overall aesthetics. You will also have an idea regarding just how strong the item can be. It is very important to consider the durability of an item, as you will be investing your cash in it.

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Car Detailing and Valeting: Getting Your Classic Car Ready For the Car Show

If you are one of the many classic car and hot rod enthusiasts, then you really want to get your car looking as if it just came out of the show room. However, you might want to consider the fact that the paint loses its luster as years go by and getting it repainted can be quite expensive.
Also, preserving the original paint in the classic car you have can add to its overall value. So, how to people do it when it comes to making the car look like brand new even if everything about it is as old as the car itself?

You have to remember that cleaning a car is not just about spraying it with water and wiping it with cloth. Today, professional car cleaning services is considered to be an art. There are quite a lot of things that are done in the car in order to make it look like brand new and just got out of the showroom.

If you want to make your classic car look like new, then you should get the services of professional car valeting and detailing experts. They will be able to know how to get the shine and the color depth of the paint in the car stand out and make it look like brand new. In fact, they will be able to do everything in their power and expertise to remove any contaminants that may have stuck on the paint of the car.

From grease, to tar, to squashed bugs, you will see that they will be able to remove it safely without damaging the paint. After removing the contaminants as well as traffic film, the next step is to wash it with water and applying wax. After that, they will polish it.

To remove tar and other objects that may have stuck on the paint, they will use a clay bar that contains small abrasives. These abrasives are so fine that it will not remove the original paint of the car. What it will do is remove anything that stuck on the paint, such as tar and over-paint.

They are not only experts in making the paint in the car look like brand new, but they will also be able to recondition the interior of the car with chemicals and other cleaners. For example, with the leathers, they will be able to apply chemicals to regain its once softness and. Professionals will be able to moisturize the leather and recondition it to make it look as if it has just been installed in the car.

The carpet will also be reconditioned as well as the chrome, mirrors and other parts of the car.

In fact, the engine will also be cleaned and detailed. They will remove grease and dust that may have accumulated and really show off the real engine. One that is clean and detailed.

These are the things that you might want to remember about auto valeting and detailing services.
As you can see, there are quite a lot of things that they will be able to do to your car. They know everything there is about cleaning the car that they will be able to make your car ready for car shows. As a classic car enthusiasts who wants to show of their car to the public, getting the services of car valeting and detailing professionals is indeed the way to go.

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How to Become an Image Consultant

Anyone can become an image consultant. You just need a few things that will make you excel if you decide to turn this into a full time business.
For one, you must have a background in something so can use your experience and offer this as advice to the client.  If you worked before as a hairstylist, you know what colors or hairstyles work for a certain person.

You should also be interested in whatever you are offering otherwise you won’t be able to give your all when you are trying to help
someone with their problem.
It will also be good to have formal training and get certification similar to a doctor has to get in order to practice medicine.

You should know that there are no set programs offered in colleges or universities that teach students how to become an image consultant however a bachelor’s degree in psychology, business, home economics or sociology may prove to be useful when you are managing your business or communicating with a client.

The certification you get to be an image consultant comes from organizations that train people to work in this kind of profession. This will make you confident and knowledgeable about the fashion industry should you decide to specialize in helping people choose what clothes to wear.  If your client does not have time to buy the right clothes, you will be the one to out and buy for them thus you become an image consultant/personal shopper.

In order for you to become an image consultant, you need to gain some experience. Naturally you can’t charge the same rate as other people who have been doing this are charging so offer your services first for free.
After successfully helping a few people, create your own portfolio or a website so people will know who you are.
To expand your business as an image consultant, you have to advertise just like any other business. Put an ad in the local paper, forward emails and send direct mail invitations to clients even if your business may also spread by word of mouth.

If you are still not sure how things will work out, it is best to do this part time and then see how things go. That is what a lot of people have done before committing to this full time especially when they are helping more than just one client.

You will realize when you are successful as an image consultant when a company has hired you to help their employees make some improvements. You are there to hold seminars or workshops and what the employees do afterwards is entirely up to them. Some will listen while others won’t which is already beyond your control.

So now that you know how to become an image consultant, the question you have to ask yourself is if you want to shift to this as a career. Some people will succeed while others won’t. Just like any other profession, you have to commit yourself so you will be able to overcome any obstacle.

Given that almost everybody needs an image consultant, it is not wonder that a lot of people are getting in the game. What you do could help someone land a job, find their true love, get a promotion at work or just make them feel better about themselves.

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How image consultants make money with people's looks.

If you think you have the eye for fashion and the ability to convince people to have either concept for themselves, then you might have a chance in this money-making profession. Although being an image consultant is not all that easy, there are ways on how to be an good and effective image consultant.

To be better acquainted with the career we have to understand the concept of "Image" first. Image is way other people look at us or the perception they have about us as people.
It influences whether people will agree to our requests, hire us, and pay us the salary we want.  It greatly affects a lot of things that has to do with the career that we want, the salary we could get and the way people would interact with us. Image is what gives people the idea of how we are and what we are capable of.

It may sound superficial but it is how it really is. If anyone can recall the cliché first impressions last, well that cliché has more truth to it than what it seems. No matter how intelligent and capable a person is no one will trust them if they look like bad guys in an action movie.
Thanks to this mentality, Image consulting as an industry is making waves in the recent years. Ad because of reality shows that revolve around image makeover it has become one of the most lucrative industries to be part of.  Image consultants give people advice that will assist them in attaining the look that they want. Some of the areas of image consulting are:

1. Image Analysis or Makeover Consulting wherein the makeover of a person roots from. This area of image consultation focuses on the overall appearance of a person and how they should look like with regard to the career they have, their ages, and their status.

2. Fashion Styling or Wardrobe Consulting, which is more, focused on the look a person showcases. It's all about what they should and should not purchase.

3. Makeup Analysis, which is an area that focuses on the right makeup a person and what he or she should wear on different occasions.
The three mentioned are very important physical aspects of image consultation but for good image consultants, image is more than physical form that a person has. Other than how someone looks, people also shape impressions based on how that person speaks and behaves.

Consequently, image consultants also discuss with their clients other areas where people focus on to form an impression. Some of those areas include:
Vocal communications that focus on voice, grammar, and vocabulary;
Non-verbal communication that focus on gestures such as handshakes, bodily postures, and eye contacts; and Etiquette which refer to social graces, business etiquette, and dining manners.

In addition to consulting yourself, you can also form a network of strategic partners to refer clients to, such as hair stylists, makeup artists, dieticians, dentists, personal trainers, plastic surgeons, and voice coaches by doing this not only will get more clients it will also make a reputable image consultant.
It's not easy to be an image consultant but it has it's rewards, by learning all that you need to know about how to be an image consultant you are one step ahead in making your and other people's dreams come true.

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Choosing your image consultant training.

It is a certified hot topic all over the world—people from all walks of life are trying to get to the nearest image consultant to change the way they look and feel. More and more people are becoming aware of the importance of perception management; people are also becoming more aware of the importance of looking good. And because of this more and more image consultant-training centers, schools and curriculum have mushroomed over the years.

Because of this rapid growth in the industry of image consultancy and perception management people, who happen to have an interest in the craft, are having a hard time looking for the best place to learn the craft from. For people who want to be part of this rapidly growing industry but have a hard time looking for the right place to go, here are a few helpful tips that you could consider to make that choice.

1.Quality over time frame.

You will find each lesson curriculum and the inclusive how-to training easy to comprehend. Every project you complete is a sure fire and potent confidence-builder that you are well-qualified to advice others; every guarantee in a special image consulting part gives a potent addition to your professional skills; every PowerPoint presentation is a persuasive tool that will facilitate you to train your clients.

2. Value over monetary amount.

  In a nutshell you can sum up value by saying, "you get what you pay for." This is true for both you and our client, the kind of service that your client will get is the kind of service that you trained to give. If you received training from a not so reputable institution then the output that you and your client will get is the kind of output that may not really meet good standards. When looking for a place to be trained for image consultancy, you need to consider the reputation of the company and the people training you. You should also do a little background check on the clients that they have. And the kind of network that have.

3. Convenience over complicated routines. 

Of course everyone wants convenience in the things that they do and convenience is important to you as a learner. If the company offers online modules and instructions materials then it is a huge plus for you.

4. Personal mentoring from experts over hearsay. 

 While it is really exciting to have a real professional do it in front of you there are of course a few things that can be of hindrance to this happening. Personal mentoring can be in the form of modules and other materials personally made by people who practice the trade and can even come in other forms depending on the training firm. Others opt for instructional CDs and how to guides can be the best option for you when it comes to this part, remember that the experiences and expertise that these people can impart are a gem in this kind of career.

5. Network and reach over popularity. 

To achieve effective image consultant training, look into the network of colleagues and other people that your training school can help you with, having brand loyalty is one thing but having a good network of beauty professionals that could help is much better.
Now that your all set in to choose the right image consultant training center for you all you need to do is go out there and change lives.

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How an An Image Consultant Can Help You Lose Weight

Are you conscious about how you look? If you are and want to do something about it, hire an image consultant who will be able to help you lose a few of those extra pounds instantly.

But wait! Isn’t losing a few pounds the job of a physical trainer? That is correct and the long term goal of someone who someone who works in the gym. The image consultant on the other hand can
help you create the illusion until such time that this becomes real by offering you some advice.

One suggestion is for you to wear clothes focusing on one color. Studies have shown people who dress with one color help you look leaner, taller and slimmer. It is best to use dark colors specifically black and blue.

But since you can’t use this colors everyday, it is best to keep them close in intensity which simply means getting these clothes in different shades. Don’t make the mistake of wearing clothes that are made of heavier fabrics as this will only make you look fat. Try finding affordable clothes made of finer material like silk.

 If you used to fit into small and medium sized clothes, wake up and realize that there is no point trying to fit into them anymore. You are bigger now so you just have to accept the fact and buy clothes of the next size.
To cover that belly, wear a longer blouse or jacket and put it on untucked as this divert the attention from your waistline.

Should there be a need to wear a formal jacket, choose the single breasted ones. As for the pants, get the iron creased trousers as this will make your body look slimmer. This just goes to show that what we wear has a significant impact on how we and other others look at ourselves. In fact, it’s a reality given that humans have different body types.

Some of us are short while others are tall. Some are skinny while others are overweight.  We can blame it on genetics and our lifestyle. These won’t change overnight but you can do something about it right now and for the long term.

With the help of an image consultant, you will be able to balance both your horizontal and vertical proportions. Just remember that these will only work for the short term so if you want to make it real instead of making people believe that it is, enroll in a gym, hire personal trainer or even undergo surgery.

So where can you find an image consultant? You can look for them in your local paper or online. Most of these people advertise their services so you are to find one in a short period of time. If you don’t like who you have talked to, try asking friends who were in a similar situation and find out what did they do. If the name of an image consultant comes up, give them a call and see how things go.

An image consultant can help you lose weight but not in the literal sense since what he does is trick people and even yourself in believing that it is really happening. He is like a magician who goes up on stage performs in front of an audience.

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