I can't quite remember how I met Majella but once you meet this firecracker of a young woman you're instantly intrigued by her positivity and energy. It is infectious. Fast forward about 18 months and I finally came to the conclusion I wanted the expert help of a personal stylist. It had always been on my "to do" list and wanting to graduate my wardrobe and style to something more sophisticated and polished I called upon Majella and her fabulosity (totally just made that up).
In our three hour session she not only pulled clothes for me that I would never have normally chosen, but her actions also were a soft therapy session as she chisels away at all the negative self talk we throw at ourselves each day. Not once was I pressured into buying anything we tried on and it definitely helped that I'd given her a bit of an idea of my style (via a Pinterest board) before our session. Believe it or not the three hours goes incredibly quickly so having a definite idea of the pieces you want to walk away with is key. Also, take her advice, do wear a bit more makeup or juzz your hair a little more on the day. You'll spend a good 60% of the session in front of a mirror. It's soul crushing for the best of us, so a little lipstick will go a long way!
In the end I purchased a black blazer and black jeans that I've been wearing non-stop. Majella's advice is still in the back of my head each time I go shopping and it's actually been a godsend to make shopping for clothes enjoyable rather than overwhelming. Knowing what works for me means you cut out all the crap and can spend your time in a shop focusing on what you know is going to work for you. Plus, it also lets your hard-earned dollars go a lot further when you look to invest in key pieces rather than frivolous disposable fashion.
I would recommended spending time with Majella to anyone looking for something for a special occasion or just wanting a bit of a wardrobe overhaul. Whatever the reason that brings Majella into your day you'll be smiling ear to ear after - it's just her style. read more