Look and Feel Absolutely Fabulous

Have you ever watched an episode of Trinny and Susannah and wished that you were ‘the chosen one’ for one of their highly sought after makeovers?

How many women, and men for that matter, do you know that have retained the same look that they have had for many years?

We’re sorry girls, but what looked good on us 10 years ago may look quite dated now. Our colouring fades, our hair thins and our body changes, therefore, we need to adjust to these changes and update and freshen up our look.

Many women struggle to understand what styles and colours suit them. Many of us could also do with some expert tuition in applying makeup and styling our hair.

Help is here, in the form of image consultants. These experts can help us select clothing styles and colours that flatter and enhance.

“You don’t have to be super wealthy to acquire the services of a professional,” says Michele from Absolutely Fabulous Colour and Style.

With this in mind, we decided to pay the Ab Fab girls a visit.


Michele and Sharon-Del

Lana: Michele opened the door with a welcoming smile and a relaxed manner. She looked stunning in her dark slacks, watermelon coloured jacket and matching lipstick...I loved the lipstick.

Gigi:  The minute we hit the house I knew colour would play a big part in their business.  Outside the house was colourful, Michele’s outfit was colourful, as was the studio she welcomed us into. 

Lana: We were introduced to Michele’s business partner Sharron-Del, who looked equally gorgeous in her black slacks and striking cobalt blue blouse with matching earrings.

Looking around the room I noticed that colour features in Michele’s life. The room was elegant and colourful, with an area especially set up for clients.

Gigi: Sharron-Del, even though she was wearing mostly black, had added such a fabulous blue blouse that completely transformed the outfit so it looked alive and exciting.  I was impressed.

I love black and wear it all the time, but I could see that the “right” colour could add some real magic. 

Lana: Michele and Sharron-Del are a fun duo, extremely passionate about their work. Their mission is to help clients discover their own unique style, allowing them to look and feel attractive every day which ultimately increases their overall confidence.

Michele says, “we help our clients fulfil their visual potential and they end up looking taller, slimmer and more youthful”.

Gigi:  Yes, all of that, but the thing I was so excited by was the colour.  Not wishy washy colour – COLOUR!!

These women also talk long and hard about shape and style. Their business will be to teach you to enhance and camouflage. 

You could wake up to a whole new look under their guidance.  

Lana was wearing an all black number and I was in black and brown. 

Ummm I see we have some lessons to learn.

These girls absolutely bounce off each other.  They are so likeable and there was lots of laughter during the interview.  We could imagine a few hours with them would be so much fun.  They know their game and are genuinely enthusiastic about helping women with their image. 

They tell us they see women of all ages but their biggest group is the 40 to 55 year olds.  Now, what does that say about us!!

Lana: Sharron-Del explained that most women only wear 20% of their wardrobe. Images of my own wardrobe flashed before me with its bulging contents. Some of my clothes have even taken over the wardrobe in the spare room! Feelings of guilt flushed over me as I realise I too only wear about 20% of my clothes even though I never seemed to have “anything to wear”.

Gigi:  Guilty as well!!!!  I must get in there and do some decluttering.  If I could even prize the coathangers apart it might help with actually locating items.  Maybe I just need a bigger wardrobe!!!!

Lana: Michele and Sharron-Del showed us an array of swatches of fabric and hair colours. “When we are assessing a client we put them in front of the mirror with no makeup and no colour so that we can determine which colours really suit them. We can also give them advice on makeup and hairstyles”.

Gigi:  I was put in the ‘glam seat’ in front of the mirror where Michele whipped out a piece of coloured fabric and stuffed in amongst the folds of my black top.  Well, there is was, colour transformation!  It certainly showed me the need for a bit. 

It’s funny because although I love colour, I tend to lean into the safety of the ‘slimming blackness of tops or bottoms’.

I will definitely start seeking out some startling coloured pieces of clothing to jumpstart my wardrobe

Lana: The Ab Fab girls gave me a quick assessment and said I am an earthy, natural, autumn person with some creativity. I certainly do love my brown and green tones.

Gigi:  The Ab Fab girls caste their eyes over me as well. It’s always a little unnerving to be given the once over but I was rather taken with mine.  I am a winter and I can apparently wear black well.  Thank goodness for that!  My outfit analysis was classical romantic, so what does that say about me!!!  Well, I was secretly pleased!

Lana: Michele said women sometimes dye their hair certain colours in their pursuit to look younger, when in fact, if it’s the wrong colour for their complexion, it can have the reverse effect.

Gigi:  I wondered if she was looking at me!!!! 

Lana: Michele says, “an individual Style Consultation takes approximately two and a half hours. The analysis involves the taking of a series of measurements and a visual assessment of your body’s shape and proportion.

This information is then used to produce a specific and comprehensive 128 page Style Portfolio containing detailed style recommendations. Clothing and accessories are effectively deconstructed and each aspect of a garment’s design is analysed.

You are advised on styles that negatively impact on your appearance as well as those that will positively enhance and flatter your body’s shape and proportions. This helps you to eliminate garments on the boutique rack before you even try them on.

Collars, necklines, skirts, dress styles, garment lengths through to swimwear, hats, glasses and more are covered by your portfolio.

Gigi:  They even take you shopping if you are up for that.  They tell us they adore shopping and as part of their business can guide you into shops and help you to seek what is right for you.  Helping you recognize the shapes, patterns and lengths (to name a few) will ensure you arrive home with the perfect article. 

Do the words ‘trial and error’ resound loudly in your ears?  Are you guilty of wasteful purchases?  Do you buy things too small or too large ‘just in case’? 

Do you feel happy when the article fits and then buy it even though the colour or pattern is not going to do a thing for you?

Isn’t it great to know that there are businesses out there where you can summon help and guidance and transform yourself from OK to Absolutely Fabulous.

Yes, Yes, Yes I hear you say….

Lana: I was surprised to learn that a private colour or style consultation is only $165 for 2 and a half hours.

A combined Style and colour consultation is $320.

If you don’t already have that “wow” factor why not seek out the help of a professional to become the best you can be.

Gigi:  I totally believe that a “styling analysis” with professionals would really lift your appearance.  And with your ‘Style Bible’ and colour cards to take shopping, you will never make a mistake. 

Just imagine that. 

Armed with your new found knowledge and visible aids you would never make a mistake!  That is definitely exciting I know…..

Your purchases will now fit perfectly, will be coloured and coordinated to perfection, and the shape will enhance you. 

Your new found decisions will make you look beautiful……..Now this has got to be good value.

CONTACT:

Absolutely Fabulous Colour and Style Image Consultancy

Sydney, Australia

Tel 02 9542-3042

0409 914 583



http://www.abfab.biz/


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