• Do I have to revamp my whole wardrobe?

No.  We can focus on an area that is troublesome, for example, outfits to wear out to dinner or perhaps everyday outfits.

• Can I hire you for a certain amount of hours?

Yes, as long as we figure out beforehand what we want to accomplish.

• Can I meet you prior to getting started?

Yes, if possible I like to meet clients before we begin. I offer a complimentary 1/2 hour consultation to discuss your goals and to understand what is working and not working for you in your wardrobe.  This will prepare us both for a productive first meeting.

• How many outfits can I expect to have at the end of our session?

It depends on how much you own and how much of your clothing we go through together.

• If I already have outfits that I like but I just want you to tweak them for me or reassure me that they work, will you do that?

Yes, in fact, sometimes an outfit that you love and are comfortable in will give us ideas for other possibilities.  

• If I want you to come shopping with me to buy items missing from my wardrobe, where do we shop?

It depends on what we are looking for and what you spend on your clothing.  I will make suggestions, but am happy to go where you think you will be successful.

• Will you want to get rid of ALL my old clothing?

No.  The idea is to use what you already own, however cleaning out is part of the process.  I understand that clothing can have meaning (an old concert t-shirt or your favorite jeans).  This endeavor takes two of us; we talk, decide and work together toward a more usable wardrobe.

• Do you bring clothing to donation, resale or alteration for me?

I can take your clothes for donation and can set up an account for your higher end items at a resale store.  For clothing you would like to have altered, I am happy to accompany you to the tailor if you would like me there.

• Can I hire you for a friend as a gift?

Yes, I can provide gift certificates.

• Will you work with teenagers and/or take them shopping?

Yes!  Coming from a counseling background and having worked with teenagers, I am well aware of how difficult the topic of clothing and dressing can be, especially for a mother and daughter.  Sometimes just having a third person in the room (or a mother not in the room) when trying on clothing can alleviate the stress or curtail a fight.

• How will I remember all of the outfits and ideas we came up with?

I bring a digital camera with me and take photos of the outfits we create.  At the end of our time together I will send you via email, the photos, the list of the items we felt were missing from your wardrobe and if requested recommendations of where to buy those items.