We often see women walk into a room and command authority and respect just by the way they look, chic and elegant. How do they do it? It's not about faking it, it's about making the most or your investment and feeling good about yourself. Making your clothes represent you. Remember your clothing is just an extension of your personality and speaks volumes. Listen in to hear the things I go over with my clients as a Wardrobe Stylist and Transformational Life Coach. Grab my guide "The 10 Styling Mi...
Mar 05, 2021•4 min•Season 4Ep. 7
As a Wardrobe Stylist, I have worked with hundreds of women and there are 3 common issues I see repeatedly; 👗 They have nothing to wear yet they have closets full of clothes� 👗 They do not know how to fit their body to look and feel comfortable� 👗 They do not have a Wardrobe Strategy or Plan, hence the waste of time, money and energy But yet they continue to shop and buy clothes that don’t fit their bodies, their wardrobe or their needs. This is why I created My "Core Wardrobe Signature Syste...
Feb 17, 2021•6 min•Season 4Ep. 6
There are plenty of little tricks and tips to looking and feeling our best. In terms of shape wear, technology has come a long way. We have many options and don’t have to sacrifice comfort to look amazing. The right undergarments can lift, hold, smooth and enhance our body’s natural assets. Shapewear is our secret weapon to enhancing or concealing those special areas. Don't forget to download my guide while it is still available "The 10 Styling Mistakes To Avoid At All Costs" https://anna-mcconn...
Feb 05, 2021•5 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Most women have an area of their bodies that they wish to conceal. As a Transformational Life Coach and Wardrobe Stylist, One of the main questions I get from my clients, is how do I conceal my tummy without looking even larger? This is very interesting because nature does not discriminate, you can experience this issue whether you are a size 4 or 24. (trust me) Knowing your body shape is very important because it helps you to understand how length, cut and style affects your overall appearance....
Feb 05, 2021•6 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Hello, I am Anna Mc Connell - Transformational Life Coach and Wardrobe Stylist, I help women and transwomen to create a wardrobe to match their lifestyle, bring out their true personality and simplify their life. A community question was recently asked. The question is: “I am getting head shots done soon, what is your best advice on selecting what to wear?’ This is a great question. Several things are to consider, you are using your headshots for social media, website, print, therefore business,...
Dec 28, 2020•4 min•Season 4Ep. 3
As Giorgio Armani said "An accessory is just as important as an outfit. It completes the look and highlights the personality of the wearer" As a Transformational Life Coach and Wardrobe Stylist, I know that from head to toe, every little detail matters. The right pair of boots will transform your look. It is a prominent part of your ensemble, so choose wisely. Whether you are classic, edgy or have an equestrian look, the full coverage footwear will be comfortable and Chic! On chillier days, they...
Nov 18, 2020•6 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Whether you are working at home professionally or a stay at home mom, the way we dress has a huge impact on the way we feel especially when we catch that glance in the mirror! As a Wardrobe Stylist and Transformational Life Coach, I work with hundreds of women from all walks of life, shapes and sizes and we all have the same thing in common. We want to feel good about ourselves. It's not about showing off, getting compliments or expensive clothing. We want to be able to move freely, breathe, be ...
Nov 04, 2020•5 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Whether you are creating a wardrobe from scratch or revamping your wardrobe, it is important to work on your color scheme. Adding color brightens up your mood, gives you energy, reflects your personality and elevates your outfit. Color can change the way you appear quicker than any piece of clothing or style. It has the ability to transform, slim or emphasize your body.Anyone who colors their hair can tell you as much. It is also one of the best and undervalued Styling tools we have in our tool ...
Oct 16, 2020•5 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Find herewith my recommendations for items in Emerald Green and how to wear them. Color plays a significant role when it comes to selecting your clothes and a lot of factors come into play. Listen in to here your questions answered Download my recommendations https://www.anna-mcconnell.com/.../09/Green-of-Envy-1.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Sep 29, 2020•5 min•Season 3Ep. 10
How do you transition your wardrobe from one season to the other? It is so tempting to go out and shop for an entire new wardrobe but it is not always practical. There are many easy and economical ways to repurpose our clothing. As a Transformational Life Coach and Wardrobe Stylist, I help women and trans-women to make the most of their wardrobes for their daily lives. All we need is a little creativity and time. Start with just a few garments and see how many outfits you can create for this fal...
Sep 17, 2020•5 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Have you ever used a Matchmaker to find that "Special person" in your life? I am thrilled to spotlight Courtney Quinlan, owner of Midwest Matchmaking. About the guest; Courtney Quinlan began her career in professional matchmaking in 2006, shortly after graduating with a B.S. in communications from the University of Nebraska. Upon discovering her innate passion for successfully helping singles find love, she founded her first matchmaking company, Omaha Love in 2009. With the success of her first ...
Sep 05, 2020•7 min•Season 3Ep. 8
As a Transformational Life Coach & Wardrobe Stylist, I empower women and trans-women by helping them feel their best with confidence and wardrobe. Download my guide while it is still free "The 10 Styling Mistakes To Avoid at All Costs" https://anna-mcconnell.lpages.co/10-styling-mistakes-to-avoid-at-all-costs A lot of women seem to struggle with this one piece. No matter = What your body type is = Or how expensive or extensive your wardrobe is I work with my clients on the one piece easily a...
Jul 03, 2020•5 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Some of you may be working from home and on line with your colleagues for weekly meeting or working with clients. As a Transformational Coach and Wardrobe Stylist, I help women and Transwomen with their lifestyle, image, wardrobe and style. Do you have a Signature Style? Do you know your audience? Listen in to my recommendations for video conferencing. To continue the conversation, grab my guide while it is still free and make sure you are on my mailing list where I send my special invitations f...
May 15, 2020•7 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Dressing is all about proportions. It is like architecture, we need balance for visual appeal. Your body type will determine which styles look best on you, so it is very important, When purchasing clothes, we often buy something we liked on someone else, on a store mannequin or in a magazine ad. We then realize it doesn't fit properly and more often than not, we determine that our body is at fault, which is not the case, We simply didn't purchase the style that suited our body. There are three f...
May 07, 2020•6 min•Season 3Ep. 5
The process of dressing should be easy and stress free. We make it way too complicated. We purchase items that don't necessarily fit our body shape nor our wardrobe and then think we have nothing to wear. Although we have closets full! 5 Essential aspects I go over with all my clients. Meanwhile, grab my free guide, The 10 Styling Mistakes to Avoid At All Costs. https://tinyurl.com/y73py4un Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 30, 2020•5 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Dressing When Working from Home Do you feel as professional and productive when you are not "Dressed the part"? I must confess, I wouldn't feel as professional if I was dressed in yoga pants. I am sure I am not unique in that regard, I would love to know your thoughts and how you feel. * * I have been working from home for quite a while and there are a few things I have noticed over time that have saved me time, money and my sanity! To continue the conversation, grab my guide while it is still f...
Apr 17, 2020•6 min•Season 3Ep. 3
When we think about looking younger, we immediately think of anti-aging creams, moisturizers and scrubs.... But there are a lot of things we can do fashion wise to look younger and on trend without looking like our teenage daughters... continue the fashion journey with me: https://tinyurl.com/txbt9o8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 09, 2020•3 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Many women come to me because they are frustrated by the trends and clothing choices they find in store. Unless you spend your day at the gym, you don’t have the same body you had in your 20’s. So how can you look fashionable at any age? By following my ABC’s 1-ACCEPTANCE AND ATTITUDE Age is just a number. You are what you believe yourself to be. 2- BALANCE Whatever your body shape, remember to balance your proportions. 3- CLASSIC Classic is not frumpy and old fashion clothing! It doesn’t have t...
Apr 03, 2020•5 min•Season 3Ep. 1
👜What to Know About Shopping 💵The average household spends 5% of their monthly income on clothing. How about you? Do you have a plan, a strategy? This is one of the services I provide, shopping with and for my clients. They love the fact that I can help them build a wardrobe with limitless options. Here are a few things to consider before heading out the door shopping 👚Have you gone through your closet and determined what you needed? 👡Have you determined the gaps in your wardrobe? 📓Do you r...
Mar 28, 2020•6 min•Season 2Ep. 11
What to Wear When You are Busty Whether you are petite, large, busty or have a smaller chest, we all need support, the right support. There are strategies to conceal or reveal Use the structure of the clothing to do so. Semi-fitted tops and darts for instance or necklines that elongate your torso. The key is to avoid any additional volume on the top Show off your curves to your best advantage While balancing your body If you need help showing off that amazing body of yours, send me an email and ...
Mar 20, 2020•4 min•Season 2Ep. 10
How to Make the Best Impression on a First Date 😳Are you experiencing panic in front of your wardrobe? 🙋♀️Have you started thinking about your plans a week before? 👗Or have you tried on everything in your wardrobe and still don’t know what to wear? 🤷♀️Which one are you? There are several things I go over with my clients... 🚗Where are you going? 👩🏻🎤How do you want to be perceived? 💁🏻♀️What is your best feature? I'm covering these questions and more. Do you want some help before that...
Mar 04, 2020•5 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Choosing a Winter Coat 🧥The choice of outerwear, in most cases will follow your Style personality. But....here are a few other factors I like to consider with my clients 🧥The Sillouette 🧥The Versatility 🧥The Color 🧥 Warmth Listen in and let me help you find the perfect cozy coat! To continue the conversation, download my guide while it is still free>> 10 Styling Mistakes to avoid at all costs: https://tinyurl.com/txbt9o8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Feb 26, 2020•4 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Through the years, leggings were known to be worn for activities such as dance or yoga. We also remember the iconic lycra leggings and the spandex ones of the 70’s. As we have become more casual in the way we dress, we see women wearing leggings on a daily basis for all the activities of their life. I agree, they are comfortable but not always appropriate. This is a discussion I always have with my clients. When and where is it appropriate to wear leggings and how to wear them. So if you want yo...
Feb 19, 2020•4 min•Season 2Ep. 7
How Do You Feel When Standing in Front of Your Closet? Givenchy, the French designer said “all a woman needs to be chic is a raincoat, 2 suits, a pair of trousers and a cashmere sweater”. Going through your closet can be very emotional. It reminds us of special moments, happy times or how thin we were. It also brings out the guilt of wasting money and admitting we were wrong about certain purchases. When shopping with my clients, I always have a clear plan and wardrobe in mind. If it doesn’t fit...
Feb 13, 2020•5 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Hello, I'm Anna Mc Connell, Transformational Coach and Wardrobe Stylist. I help women and Trans-women regain confidence to make the right choices for their Style, Image and Wardrobe. With any transition in your life, whether it is a divorce, a wedding, a new job, a post baby or transitioning from male to female, I help you become the woman you longed to be. When shopping with my clients, this is one of the main issues for women and a question I get asked all the time. How can we conceal our tumm...
Feb 11, 2020•6 min•Season 2Ep. 5
❤️ Fabulous For Valentine’s Day ❤️ Whether you like the idea of celebrating Valentine’s Day or not, it’s always a great excuse to go out with your loved one or a friend. 💑 Here are three things to consider before heading out the door. Formality of the evening 💃🏻 What color should I wear? 💅 Also Don’t adopt a new style for the occasion, be yourself. 💇♀️ Don’t forget your accessories, it completes the look. It’s the frosting on the cake that allows you to express your personal style. 👒 What...
Feb 05, 2020•4 min•Season 2Ep. 4
I was born into Fashion. 💃🏻 My mother was a wonderful seamstress who made her four daughters entire wardrobe. My grandmother wore heels until the age of 90. 👠 I think everyone is beautiful in their own unique way and I want to help women feel confident and beautiful in their own skin and clothes. We are assaulted daily by the media with unrealistic expectations of how we should dress, our weight and their standards of beauty. This is a cycle to break. 💥 My goal is that every woman I work wit...
Feb 01, 2020•6 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Do you have a Signature piece of clothing, jewelry, stylish glasses, hat or color that people always compliment you on? 👠 This is one question I always ask my clients when creating their signature style to be portrayed through a headshot. 👩🏻🦳 Some people don’t realize they have one, so we identify it together. How do you want people to perceive you? What is the goal of your headshot? Some of the things we work on with my clients are the poses, facial expressions and clothing because it all ...
Jan 15, 2020•3 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Our clothes, grooming and appearance is an extension of our personality. 👩🏻🎤 People will judge, it’s human nature. They always have and always will. But we should embrace the fact and use it to our advantage. We are in control of our image. 💃🏻 These are some of the question I work on with my clients; 👠What do you want to say with your clothing? 👠Are you representing your true self? 👠Are you sure that what you are presenting to others is perceived correctly? 👠Can there be a disconnect? ...
Jan 12, 2020•6 min•Season 2Ep. 1
The holiday season is busy with family gatherings and parties. What kind of Party girl are you? I asked this question earlier this week on social media. = Would you wear a sequined dress = Just a little shine = Something casual and chic = or Jeans and a sweater? The result was mostly the sequined dress which was very surprising to me. We are all different and have different ways of doing things. Do you have the party outfit that you wear every single year Or do you scramble through your wardrobe...
Dec 27, 2019•5 min•Season 1Ep. 6
