Posted on November 27, 2009 ¬ 2:50 pmAmanda
I am often asked “What is a personal stylist? And how does a consultation unfold?”. As a personal stylist, I help people figure out what clothing items best suit their particular body type, while keeping in mind certain aspects of their life, such as their lifestyle, age, budget, profession etc.
Initial consultation
All consultations start off the [...]
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Posted on October 20, 2009 ¬ 1:47 pmAmanda
First it was Christian Louboutin, and now it is Marni, an Italian luxury brand, who has gone on to design macaroon boxes for the renowned French pâtisserie Ladurée. Consuelo Castiglioni, owner of Marni, designed these fashion statement boxes and ensured she incorporated the brand’s signature elements: polka dots and a gold flower.
Available as of December [...]
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Posted on July 9, 2009 ¬ 8:36 pmAmanda
When I moved to Paris almost two years ago, I had a hard time giving up what I knew best: brands that I had known and loved for years and the familiarity of walking into a boutique where everyone knew you. It’s as though I had created a relationship with these brands and we were [...]
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Posted on July 2, 2009 ¬ 4:32 pmAmanda
Whether you loved him or hated him, everyone knew Michael Jackson and he most likely impacted your life in some way or another. Not only was he credited with breaking down multiple barriers in the music industry, he was also a renowned style-icon to some.
Most of Michael Jackson’s iconic looks were introduced during the 1980’s: [...]
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Posted on June 25, 2009 ¬ 12:25 amAmanda
I have always been drawn to colorful patterns and as I walked by Sof’kipeut’s window display one afternoon, I knew right then that I had discovered a fun and, well, girly boutique. As one can see, Sof’kipeut prides itself on the use of colorful materials and patterns, as well as the mixing-and-matching of these to [...]
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Posted on June 18, 2009 ¬ 1:33 pmAmanda
Having the ability to change your purse on a daily basis is a dream for some and a reality for others. “Un jour, un sac” is a great concept I’ve come across in Paris. As the name suggests, you create and personalize your own purse. Select your bag, which range from small to large, as [...]
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