FAQS

Do I need to lose weight before I begin working with an Image Consultant?
Absolutely not. The purpose of Extreme Elegance is to help you look the best you can today! We help our clients achieve the look the best look possible for the body and face that they bring to the table today.

How do we do that?
Our specialized certification, training and experienced eye helps us to optimize the proportions you are now. Then we utilize many time-tested techniques to highlight your best features and minimize and detract from features that are not your most flattering. Whether it is use of color blocking, monochromes, ombres, clever jewelry placement, the most energizing colors and shades in the most strategic spots, the artful use of accessories, or a host of other techniques, everyone can and does look better immediately.

Can you help me to achieve the health and fitness goals that I would like to achieve?
We are a full-service Image Company. We can assist you with all of your image needs.

We have professional personal trainers and nutritionists who work at some of the most well-known and prestigious venues in New York such as Chelsea Piers and Lenox Hill Hospital who are also able to work with you either at their sites or one-on-one in private sessions to achieve your fitness and health goals. We have the finest hair professionals who teach at the best salon in NYC and work the runways and do print ads for the fashion magazines you see every month. We have a great colorist who can select and execute hair color that will achieve a great look for you.

Do I need to spend a lot of money for your services?
We have a variety of individual services and packages designed with your needs in mind. You will get a custom-fit package at the price point at which you feel comfortable. The greater the grouping of services that are in your package, the better the price point.

Do I need to spend a lot of money on the clothes?
You will give us your budget at the outset. Your budget will be discussed with you and respected. If you contract for closet services we will utilize as many of the clothing items currently in your closet as possible. We will then make suggestions for supplemental pieces to enhance and enlarge your current wardrobe. We have a variety of resources at all price points. If you don't want to make a large investment at your current size we can work with you to add pieces of quality at the best possible price point. When you achieve your "dream" size you may want to buy a greater number of investment pieces.

If I am a "special" size-petite or plus or tall - or I have some other special need--will I find a good selection of clothing?
Yes. Due to the nature of our work, we have resources for clothing and footwear that extends far beyond the norm. We have on-line and in-person companies at our fingertips that specialize in almost every conceivable need. For example, we have shoe resources for extra-wide, extra-narrow, extra-small or extra-large clients. We even have specialized shoemakers who can custom-make shoes if you need that service. We have companies that we use for clients whose needs require extreme modesty.

I have even done research on gun holsters for clients in law-enforcement.

What if I don't care for the current fashion trends? Will I need to wear what is on the runways right now?
You are the center of our universe-always. Your tastes and needs are always paramount. We make recommendations based on your needs-not on the desires of the fashion designers.

Do I need to get a new wardrobe every season?
Absolutely not-unless you want to. While some pieces will probably have to be updated, much of what we select for you will be classics. Many will be "seasonless" or will be able to traverse several seasons. After the initial investment, the investments will probably not be that great.

How about skin care and cosmetics?
Your needs and desires will be discussed at the initial consultation and this will be worked into the package along with your other image needs.

How much time will this process take?
The amount of time that the process takes will be discussed with you in our first evaluative session. You will outline your needs and your time frames. We will map out the process and schedule appointments that fit your needs and your schedule to the best of our abilities.

What is "Fashion Styling"
Fashion Styling is the technique used on the runway and in magazines to make sure that the final look is as "perfect" as possible in as short a time as possible. From my experience dressing models for major runway shows during Fashion Week and other times, I know that the planning is done well in advance so that it takes only a few minutes to get the models "runway ready". The looks have been tailored to their measurements, the accessories have been selected and a picture of the model in the complete outfit is hanging on the rack next to the outfit. As the dresser, it is up to me to make sure the bow is tied exactly right, the bracelets are on the correct wrist, the hat slants the correct direction and the correct number of buttons is buttoned on the blouse. Literally millions of dollars in orders from the fashion professionals in the audience are hanging on the model's outfit being perfect-not to mention pictures appearing in various publications.

Extreme Elegance will style you with the same eye for detail and with a "Look Book". You need only be the "dresser" as you leave for your important event. Because you invested time in advance, it will pay off in big dividends as you move forward to achieve your goals.

Do I need a lot of outfits to be styled?
This entirely depends upon you and your needs. If you lead a high-profile lifestyle and will be photographed frequently or make frequent presentations you may need more outfits than if you have a lower-key lifestyle. As always, you are the key here. You tell us your needs in your initial evaluation and we will help you plan accordingly. If special events come up later, we can always come in and style additional outfits.

How does the sign-up process work?
During out initial consultation the Image Consultant takes your needs into consideration and maps out a plan with you. We then put together a contract so that all parties know exactly what to expect and the costs involved. Depending upon the contract either the fees are paid or a deposit is taken. Then the transformation begins!

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Some Special Notes

We live in a society of contradictions. Although there is a premium placed on appearance there is also a taboo against "vanity". As a result, we put everyone and everything ahead of our own needs. We consider it a negative trait to focus on ourselves. It is considered "selfish".

You know that to achieve your loftiest dreams, you must convey robustness and energy of purpose. You have to convey a sense of organization and planning. You need to show that you value yourself if you want others to value you. This is true both in personal and professional situations.

This is not vanity. It is common sense. It is self-care. It is human nature. If you don't nurture yourself you cannot nurture your family or your dreams as much as you would like to.

By making you the focus of your attention and lending our professional eye and experience to your focus we can give you tools to improve the appearance of your body, face, posture and other physical attributes and make the most of what you present today to reach your dreams tomorrow!