Overcoming Domestic Violence: If A Teen Can, and I Can…Perhaps You Can To.
“What is one life challenge that you had to overcome to be here, right now…today?” #Grateful Proud of this Miss Teen Seattle contestant! She dug deep for courage and found her voice during her personal interview. Because it’s about SO much more than just being pretty, as a panel judge I asked character questions to get to the essence of these young ladies. ….. “What is one life challenge that you had to overcome to be here, right now…today?” She talked about her experience with domestic violence and what it took to...
read moreFall 2014 Snappy Casual: The Skinny Jean Look
PERSONAL STYLE TIP: Think of the pieces of your wardrobe as “ingredients”. Something might appear to be bland at first – and it very well might be. But, it may be the very thing you need to create the savory net effect of your whole outfit! Mix and match and season to taste! What I wore shopping to pre-select “the ingredients” to build Sandi’s snappy casual Seattle wardrobe! …We met the following day and these photos capture just “the beginning pieces” of some of her FABULOUS...
read moreOne Style Coach, A Variety of Looks- Here are Two!
Typical fall look for me….. Might wear this for a client appointment if the individual has a very casual sense of personal style and wants to take their look up a notch by looking “put together” but not fussy. She or he appreciates moderate trend detailing and has an “on-the-go” lifestyle. ….Definitely would wear this on the weekend!…I’m addicted to boots especially in the fall ;-). This look speaks to my feminine…. YAY!!! Ruffles, folds and flounce...
read moreIt Takes Courage to Grow Up and Be Who You Really Are!
No, it’s not about retail therapy, but his therapist did suggest he go shopping and he’s not alone. I’ve supported many clients upon therapists’ suggestions….It’s about getting a #conscious #connection to #whoyouare. It’s about giving yourself permission to be known by yourself – and giving yourself permission to eventually be known by others. In the end, it’s really about the process of conscious connection, discovery, and celebration and I find it an incredible privilege to be invited into such a sacred space – my job is...
read moreHugo Boss Sale: 20 – 40% OFF
20- 40% OFF @ HUGO BOSS It’s rainin’ men! And it should be…..Hugo Boss is having a 40% off sale and one of my clients is comin’ from Toronto to stock up and refresh for fall! ….Just off a VIRTUAL STYLE consult, some of the objectives are to create a couple of outfits around this sport coat he picked up in Italy – as well as some pieces to coordinate with these shirts from the last time he was down :-). TIP: The Sport Coat is a versatile must-have for just about every gentleman. An...
read moreLooking for Volunteers: Serving Christmas Dinner!
Helping Hands 2013 Do you have helping hands? Uniquely Savvy will be helping serve Christmas dinner to beautiful women and children in transition @ Mary’s Place in Seattle on Saturday, December 13. Mary’s Place: Empowering Homeless Women & Children To Reclaim Their Lives. ***We have room for 40...
read moreHow to Build A Custom Wardrobe in No Time at All!
So loved working for this client! We shopped a variety of brick and mortar stores and resources to include J Hilburn custom menswear. In this photo, the JBrand premium denim came from my JH ready-to-wear merchandise mix. This gentleman is reinventing himself as he’s going through a period of exciting transition! He previously owned a sport coat or two, so we swiftly matched trouser and shirting swatches to to ensure everything would coordinate with ease….Once we had his custom profile down, even with choosing his best colors...
read moreDo You Change Up Your Style & Level of Dress Based on Your Audience?
FUN FACT: For fall, I re-purposed the earrings I wore in my wedding and one of my fave shirts from summer, the orange tunic! Soooo….I’ve been working with a repeat client quite often for the last couple of months and several times, comments have been made about the variety of looks I pull off with my clothes and my hair. It was said, “I really appreciate how you change things up so I can get a sense of how you change your style of dress depending on occasion…I’m learning from you in that way.” I...
read moreSTYLE: Cozy, No Make-Up Sunday!
Still tryin’ to capture the variety in my #personalstyle for folks who continue to ask! Evidence of a no make-up casual Sunday before heading out to a meeting… Shopped my closet for this tried and true dolman sleeve Vince cashmere sweater, leggings, and …. voila, those long leather rouched gloves I wrote about! (Trying to show the line design of that sweater and rouching on glove? Tricky, but I tried!) TIP: Monochromatic dressing makes you appear taller and thinner, adding a dash of color keeps your look...
read moreRealtor on Fashion Friday
Ha…Fun share for Fashion Friday!!! This Realtor knows how to multitask and get it done! ……..She has 5 houses closing this week, made time to invest in her professional presence with Uniquely Savvy (saved time by personal shopping ahead of time), and then was scootin’ out to write another offer for a client! ….Makin’ homeowners’ dreams come true, I love this pic: Both of us are pragmatic/practical types so while she needed to be on the phone at Macy’s, I held it for her so her arms could be...
read moreBefore & After: Lookin’ Sharp in Off The Rack Menswear
BEFORE Shirt color washes him out and is too billowy in sides and sleeves. Trouser are too big and conservative for his athletic and sporty build. AFTER Slim fit beautifully textured shirt in one of his best blues (color reads better on right). Shirt is tailored, yet still offers room in the sides as he prefers, and the slim fit trousers showcase all his hard work in the gym, while still looking professional! Meet Bob! Bob and his beautiful wife just achieved some fitness goals and he’s in need of some new duds...
read moreA Timeless Gift She Gave Herself – Compounds From the Inside-Out!
Does today feel like a “Happy” Fashion Friday? If not, what ways can your fashion elevate on the happiness scale? Championing YOU…YOUR STYLE, BRAND, AND CONFIDENCE from the “Inside-Out”, Kim Desire more? Kim (Crumpler) Peterson is Founder of Uniquely Savvy, Inc and is a veteran Personal Style & Branding Coach, Wardrobe Stylist, J. Hilburn Custom Menswear Style Consultant, Co-author, and Speaker. With a commitment to excellence (not perfection!), Kim delivers results and is passionate about helping men...
read more“Integration” + Family Update
Sandwiched In Love Integration of mind, body, soul. Integration of social friends, work friends, faith friends -and family. Integration of private and public life. ……Integration is something I began committing to several years ago, likely 2001-ish. You see I used to be ultra-private & vaulted myself in with lots of secrets, shame, etc….God only knows there is enough “story” to want to keep segregated, but in doing so I was never going to be #free, but remain a prisoner unto myself. The back story: There’s...
read morePremium Denim – Worth the Investment?
What’s your take? Premium denim isn’t about wearing an expensive label, it’s about feel fabulous in a quality pair of jeans…hopefully in a fit that rocks your #unique build! …One of today’s clients invested in JBrand “Raw” denim and AG “Jack” from our ever growing J Hilburn collection. ..Not only has he earned $50 free credits to spend in December, he’ll have the benefit of these jeans for years to come….Quality (modern) denim just works that way! (My hubby just walked in and said, “Those are the jeans I...
read moreCustom Color Analysis…Remember Beauty for All Seasons?
Have you ever had your colors “done”? While working with this client on her coloring and style analysis, she brought out her mom’s palette from the 80’s!!! Remember Beauty for all Seasons? The funny thing about her mom’s colors was that the palette was for a cool “winter” and her mom is actually a warm spring or warm low-contrast fall. While turquoise was her mom’s fave color, she would have been sparklin’ and shinin’ so much brighter in “aqua”, a...
read moreStyle Truths Cast Out Fear: From Fear to Fun!
….Just called her to see if she dreamed of fashion and style last night. She said, “YES!!! It was weird, but I did…I’m so glad we did this! I’m no longer afraid and overwhelmed – it’s kinda fun.” Quickly educated her on her personal best practices for a new mental framework & it made all the difference (we only know what we know, right?)! Now for some online shoppin’… #TruthCastsOutFear (What I wore to get down ‘n dirty for another closet audit: still love these...
read moreLovin’ Fall Wardrobe @ Anthropologie!
Championing YOU…YOUR STYLE, BRAND, AND CONFIDENCE from the “Inside-Out”, Kim Desire more? Kim (Crumpler) Peterson is Founder of Uniquely Savvy, Inc and is a veteran Personal Style & Branding Coach, Wardrobe Stylist, J. Hilburn Custom Menswear Style Consultant, Co-author, and Speaker. With a commitment to excellence (not perfection!), Kim delivers results and is passionate about helping men & women BE comfortable and confident in their own skin, step more into their potential, and attract more of who and what...
read moreI’ve Experienced a “Mother’s Love”
Love this kid FOREVER…to the moon & back!!! Yet, there’s 1 whose love is even more extravagant than mine. #Grateful Championing YOU…YOUR STYLE, BRAND, AND CONFIDENCE from the “Inside-Out”, Kim Desire more? Kim (Crumpler) Peterson is Founder of Uniquely Savvy, Inc and is a veteran Personal Style & Branding Coach, Wardrobe Stylist, J. Hilburn Custom Menswear Style Consultant, Co-author, and Speaker. With a commitment to excellence (not perfection!), Kim delivers results and is passionate about helping...
read more3 Case Studies: “Virtual Style” Clients Save Time, Money, Frustration
WHAT IS VIRTUAL STYLE? …Because someone else wrote in asking, “What’s involved with VIRTUAL STYLE? I need to find a party outfit for my 70th! 3 Different Clients with Unique Needs, Coloring, Personal Style, and Budgets Blonde hair, piercing blue eyes – she’s understated yet with a very fun twist and mixes her wardrobe accordingly! Tall with broad shoulders – she’s looking for a supple MOTO jacket. Her preconceived idea is that she “can’t” wear them due to her build. Knowing exactly what shapes/line...
read moreGentleman, Elevate Your Style with J Hilburn!
Go Hawks!!!! Seattle Seahawk, Jeron Johnson #32 rockin’ J Hilburn w/his little man…. Whether you like to be suited and booted in custom, or you like a more relaxed vibe, check out www.kimpeterson.jhilburn.com if you’re ready to elevate your personal style – work to weekend! Time to start thinkin’ about the holidays: Personalize your look and think: Blazer, dark denim, custom fit shirt – about a 2 week turnaround. Championing YOU…YOUR STYLE, BRAND, AND CONFIDENCE from the “Inside-Out”, Kim Desire...
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