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6 Popular Summer Trends 2023 Part 2: Accessories and Details

July 7, 2023 · In: My Outfits

Summer is in full swing, and we’re back with part two of our summer trend series to talk about accessories and details! If you missed part one of this series, you can catch up here. Do you want to update…

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Selected Summer Trends 2023: What To Add To Your Petite Closet

June 30, 2023 · In: My Outfits

I’ve got 8 exciting summer style trends for 2023 to share with you today. Plan your shopping list and update your summer wardrobe with confidence. 1) Low-Key Luxury Trend Spring/summer 2023 is all about “casual comfort” and low-key luxury. Embrace…

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Quiet Luxury: Turn this Trend into Your Timeless Style

June 30, 2023 · In: "How To" Style Guide, My Outfits, Petite Style

Watch my two-part quiet luxury updates (part 2 above) or read on to learn more! As a stylist, I love hearing about the latest fashion trends and translating them for your everyday look! This year, one of the hottest “trends”…

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Best Petite Tailoring Tips and Tricks

June 9, 2023 · In: My Outfits, Tailoring, Tutorials

What is the best way to flatter a petite body shape? Are you tired of drowning in oversized garments that give you a frumpy look? You’ve come to the right place! I’m here to share my years of experience and…

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How To Resell Your Clothes Online

May 19, 2023 · In: Closet Clean Out, My Outfits, Tutorials

Is it worth it to resell your clothes online? Have you ever wondered if it’s worth trying to resell your clothes? Most people only wear 20% of all the clothes in your wardrobe! That means you probably have clothes in…

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5 Day Color Challenge: Using the Power of Color

May 5, 2023 · In: "How To" Style Guide, Color Palettes, My Outfits, Petite Style

Are you tired of feeling invisible or not making the right impression with your clothes? The 5 Day Color Challenge will help you take control of how others perceive you and elevate your mood with the power of color!Get out…

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What to Wear to A Graduation Ceremony As a Guest

April 22, 2023 · In: My Outfits, Petite Style, Spring

Graduation season is almost here! If you’ve got an invite to a ceremony or party this year, don’t stress about what to wear. Whether the ceremony is held indoors or outdoors, day or night, I’ve got some great outfit ideas…

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What To Bring on A Cruise

March 31, 2023 · In: Vacation

  Wonder what you should bring on your next cruise? It’s easy to overpack and still feel unprepared for your voyage. But fear not, I’ve got you covered with some ingenious cruise packing tips. In this post, I’ll share 7…

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How to Make Wide Leg Pants Work for Petites

March 16, 2023 · In: "How To" Style Guide, Spring

Wide leg pants have been trending all winter and will be around for spring. But just because you’re a petite, doesn’t mean you have to pass on this fun style! If you’re interested in trying out wide leg pants, but…

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10 Best Style Staples Every Woman Should Have In Their Closet

March 9, 2023 · In: Capsule Wardrobes, Closet Clean Out, My Outfits, Petite Style, Tutorials

Don’t you just love a good book? I know I do. Today, I want to share one of my fashion favorites – Little Black Book of Style by Nina Garcia. Nina was a fashion director for Elle Magazine for many…

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shannonaprilstylist

Iconic, authority-aligned style for visionary women stepping into their next level.
Petite Specialist | SF Bay Area
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If any of these are true, your wardrobe is limitin If any of these are true, your wardrobe is limiting your visibility. The biggest cost of an outdated wardrobe isn’t what you wear.It’s the opportunities you hesitate to pursue because you don’t fully trust your presence.If you’re operating at a higher level than your style reflects, it may be time to close the gap.Which sign hit closest to home?#TheIconicMethod #WomenWhoLead #ImageStrategy
You don’t wear the same thing because you lack clo You don’t wear the same thing because you lack clothes.You wear the same thing because you only trust 20 percent of your closet.The rest?Impulse buys.
An older version of you.
Pieces that fight your proportions.
Outfits that almost work but never fully land.So you default to the “safe uniform.”
The reliable blazer.
The same black pants.
The outfit that won’t embarrass you, but doesn’t elevate you either.It’s not about quantity.
It’s about clarity.Inside The Iconic Edit, we refine:• What actually works on your body now
• What aligns with your authority level
• What no longer represents who you’re becoming
• What deserves to stay
• What needs to goYou don’t need more clothes.
You need alignment.Comment “ICONIC” if this hit.#LeadershipPresence #NextLevelStyle #TheIconicMethod
The best jeans aren’t about trends. They’re about The best jeans aren’t about trends.
They’re about line.In the reel I used barrel jeans as an example, but this applies to every silhouette.If you have curvier hips, like hourglass, figure 8, or triangle shapes, look for jeans that mimic that curve. A shape that comes in at the waist and moves with your hips.If you’re more straight through the hips, like rectangles, inverted triangles, or ovals, look for cuts that are straighter through the hip.When we mirror the natural line of our silhouette, the garment works with us instead of against us.It flatters.
It feels comfortable.
It feels like you.My clients who transform the fastest are the ones who are ready to dress the body they have now, not the one they’re waiting for.Every woman can look magnetic.It’s not about changing your body.
It’s about being intentional with the lines you wear.Only allow yourself to wear the next-level version of you. No exceptions.#theiconicmethod #personalstylist #styleconfidence
Two completely different transformations. Zero new Two completely different transformations.
Zero new purchases.Look one: We corrected proportion.
Look two: We mixed texture.That’s the difference between dressed and styled.As a personal stylist, my job isn’t to fill closets.
It’s to engineer outfits that feel modern, balanced, and intentional.Sometimes the shift is as simple as:
Tuck it.
Layer it.
Elevate it.Want your closet to feel current again?Comment “Edit” if you’re ready to see your closet differently.#theiconicmethod #personalstylist #closetedit
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