Image stylist : Eight staples for winters - Men #stylecafe

Image stylist : Eight staples for winters - Men #stylecafe: Men can style themselves in various ways in winters , even if they own a basic eight piece wardrobe of three good fitting plain V neck swea...

Eight staples for winters - Men #stylecafe

Men can style themselves in various ways in winters , even if they own a basic eight piece wardrobe of three good fitting plain V neck sweaters in neutrals and one bright colour , one plain button down cardigan , blazers , jacket and overcoat .

Cardigans - A deep red / true red , If you want to make a mark or be remembered , a red colour is just right for you . Try to avoid any patterns or details and pick a piece which fits you snugly . It can be paired with a matching or a contrast or a tone –on tone jacket . Can be worn with a tie / blazer / coat/overcoat or even a Nehru style jacket . This classic piece can be worn with most of your shirts or T-shirts. Cardigan in Neutral - You can easily show again in it , even maybe two to three times a week with variations . A black one will lend you a powerful look and Navy one will increase your trust factor . Grey colour will show your wisdom and sophistication

2. Button down cardigan - It’s again a versatile piece and can be bought in a neutral shade which compliments your skin tone. It won’t add bulk to your frame and you can layer it with your favourite outerwear .

3. Outer wear - Blazers in your favourite neutrals can be layered over the V necks or cardigans . Jacket can be worn on a casual occasion or during travels. Overcoat can be used as outer most layers during harsh winters .

4. Accessories - Ties , pocket squares and scarves can add pop of colour and add oomph factor . Accessories can also save you from monotony of neutrals .

Anu Mittal Tayal

Image consultant

Men's staple woollen wardrobe ~ Style Cafe

Men Staple sweater wardrobe

Men can style themselves in various ways in winters , even if they own a basic  staple wardrobe of three sweaters .

1.       A deep red / true red , V neck, full sleeve plain , light weight sweater – If you want to make a mark or be remembered  , a red colour is just right for you . Try to avoid any patterns or details and pick a piece which fits you snugly . It can be paired with a matching or a contrast or a tone –on tone jacket . Can be worn with a tie / blazer / coat/overcoat or even a Nehru style jacket . This classic piece can be worn with most of your shirts or  T-shirts .

2.       A classic sweater in neutral - Navy blue or charcoal or Dark grey . You can easily show again in it , even maybe two to three times a week with variations .  A black one will lend you a powerful look and Navy one will increase your trust factor . Grey colour will show your wisdom and sophistication .

3.       Classic button down cardigan – It’s again a versatile piece and can be bought in a neutral shade which compliments your skin tone. It won’t add bulk to your frame and you can layer it with your favourite outerwear .

# Attaching few pictures for styling tips. You can mix n match your above mentioned staple pieces with Jackets /pocket square/neck ties/blazers/coats and scarf’s to escape stylishly from monotony.

Shop Like a pro ~Style Cafe

Shop like a pro

Learn how to spot quality, value and worth from across the showroom, what not to buy, and, most importantly, how to tell when something is hanger-cute, but terrible on an real human body

# Figure out what to spend and what to save on - My personal rule is if I’ll wear it only once or twice and it’s not for a super-special occasion, I’ll buy it economical.

Clothing item which wears out after few wash cycles is not worth investing.

# Go to a store and try things on! - As much as I am devoted to on-line shopping, I usually like to procure things in-store, especially if they’re classy Or pricey items

# Material / Textile /Fabric first — Fabrics are big for me with ready-to-wear. I try to only buy my favourite fabrics: cottons, silk, wool, no-stretch denim. At times I can compromise on fit but not fabric as I have a saviour for the former …my local tailor :-)

#Shop by season  - Most boutiques offer out of the ordinary sales in January and August as retailers clear out for the next big season of deliveries, so you can get some serious lift on pieces you may already find irresistible

# Quality is in the details —Metal zippers last longer than plastic ones. Fabric patterns should match up at the seams. Stripes, plaids, prints and patterns need to match and align and be alert for the mismatching body and sleeve colour .Button holes may fray or buttons might be loose. Pull and twist them for quality check . The garment with poor rub fastness can be checked with a light coloured cloth piece. Seam strength always needs to be checked. See if the manufacturer is not cheating you with an over finished fabric.

# Don’t go sale crazy — Do not fall for schemes like ‘Buy three Get one free’. Calculate how much you are saving under such schemes. Flat sales are better and you save more. Let the garment appeal you in all areas and not just the price. Like fit, fabric, colour or occasion.

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Anu Mittal Tayal

Image consultant

Fashion Institute of technology , NYC . Msc Apparel n Textiles 

Workshop ~ Style Secrets

Workshop announcement 

Happy to announce workshop on Image and Styling 
'STYLE SECRETS' 
Specially designed for Women Entrepreneurs and Stylish Mom's 

Venue - Park Plaza ,Conference hall,Sec 21 C , Faridabad , Haryana

Date & Time - 29th December 2014 , 10.45 Am to 12.30 Pm

Participation fee - INR 500 (Coffee/Tea , Cookies n snacks included )

What we Learn together ...

1. Understand your Image. Components which build up your UNIQUE IMAGE .We will discuss about your goals and wishes ...like
' I want to look more professional'
' I want to look more glamorous '
' I want to create a more approachable Image '
Or
' I want a look more poised or refined'
You get practical and useful tips to fulfil your wishes and desires .

2. You will be able to evaluate your figure types and shape and will learn how to hide your figure flaws if any . Useful tips for looking younger/taller/slimmer with appropriate clothing and accessories .....up to 10 years younger or 10 pounds slimmer 

3. Powerful tips from a Fashion insider on how to shop . In the process you will know the secrets of staying glamorous or trendy without going over budget . You will be equipped to shop wisely OR without making mistakes , once you have learnt about your Image and figure . You save your precious time , money and energy

Announcing free gifts for participants -
# Detailed and very effective Diet Chart for weight loss
# 10% discount on Image makeover packages by Style Café
# Avail 10% discount coupons for Food n beverages @Park plaza restaurant ‘Veranda’ n ‘Cakes & Bakes’

Limited seats ! Call Or message @9871612677 for booking your seat

Your versatile LBD

Your versatile LBD - You can change the look from Casual to evening wear by mixing and matching or playing with accessories.Create a focal point at the place where you want to draw the attention. Avoid turtle neck inners if you have a thick neck or a double chin. 

Similar colour from top to bottom creates an illusion of height .

Anu Mittal Tayal

Image Stylist 

Eight style commandments for Men and Women ~ Style cafe

Eight simple rules to stay stylish 

There are a few general style guidelines that some of the world’s smartest, sharpest, and most stylish women have shared with the us, and they have a global appeal regardless of age and gender . You can call it 8 Style commandments   

~ Style cafe 

Clothing communicates 

 You are always communicating with your clothing .

Shabana Azmi in four different colours and dresses . What is the message sent across ? 

Any Guesses ?

Spotlight , Attracts publicity ~ Intense and Bold

Sense of confidence and poise ~Meticulous and Discerning 

Matured experienced demeanour ~ Dignified and stately

Pretty and feminine ~ Receptive and soft spoken

Clothes also serve as responses to social situations - Work or leisure 

Formal Work clothes 

Casual clothes 

FIT is fundamental - Its the most important key to look good 

An well fitted garment is irreplaceable 

A good pair of jeans which can last from year to year

A well fitted high quality jeans is a staple ~ Even if it costs you more

It’s healthy and wise to consider both your own desires and your situation when you’re getting dressed - Your dressing should be a mix of both

Cannot part with your jeans ..pair it with formal shirt for work 

Timing is important for trying new trend -Trying out trends is much more appropriate for dressy but not formal social occasions

Snake skin ~Save them for evening parties 

Small styling tricks can change your total look 

Rolling up your sleeves in a simple way for getting a chic look 

Your signature -Figure out what one thing defines your 

own personal style, and stick with it—until you want to 

change it 

Anna Wintour in her signature necklace 

Salman Khan in his Signature Blue bracelet 

Power point to power accessories ~ Style cafe by Anu

Friday dressing ! 

From Power point to power accessories... For a chic evening party look
Dress suggestions for Pears , Straight figured and Ovals 

                         ANU MITTAL TAYAL

Image consultant @STYLE CAFÉ

EDUCATION

Image Consultant, 2014, Fashion Institute of Technology, NYC

Masters in Apparel and Textiles – 1997, Banasthali vidyapith Jaipur , Gold medallist

Bachelors in Home science – 1995, JNVU , Gold Medallist

COMPUTERS

Proficient in Ms-Word, Excel , Power point and Web linked services

LANGUAGES

English and Hindi

HOBBIES

Tarot card reading                                                                                                   

Sketching

Yoga and nutrition

Music and travelling 

Marsala - Trending colour of 2015

Colour trend - Marsala

Because of its burnished undertones , Marsala colour can be blended and paired with neutrals as well as warm colours like apricot and golden Ochre. 

 Marsala, a naturally robust and earthy wine red, as the Color of the Year for 2015.

Marsala will look great on Indian skin tones and can be paired beautifully with our favourite metal Gold .

This exuberant, yet stylish tone is globally appealing and translates easily to fashion, beauty, industrial design, home furnishings and interiors.

 The poignant, full-bodied qualities of Marsala makes for an elegant statement color when the color is used on its own or as a mesmeric accent when paired with many other colors.

Jackie wears and pairs in the colour in right proportions . A subtle shine of leather combined with matte fabric finish . The silhouette is great for her inverted triangle frame . Minimum accessory look lends elegance to the total look  

Here is an example of too much of colour , that too with lustrous textures . Shilpa stylists could have paired it with a matte/ different colour bodice as she really does not requires a monotone combo because of her tall and slender frame. An unexpected element of colour /accessory/make-up could have saved the look 

Marsala is dramatic and at the same time grounding and can be paired elegantly with Grey / beige / muted gold/ black or navy 

Skin tone appear very healthy and bright in Marsala . This colour tone nourishes the mind, body and soul, exuding confidence and stability to the wearer 

Men can rock too in Marsala with the right texture and colour pairing 

Stylecafe by Anu

Outfit suggestions for a full hourglass figure - Style Cafe by Anu

Outfit suggestions 

Evening set for a jeans lover #stylecafe Suitable for women who are curvier at top

Blink Test !

Take a Blink Test 

Take a Blink Test before leaving your house !!
Blink your eyes three to four times looking at yourself in the mirror . What is visible ? Dress or you ?
The dress should not pull focus from your face . Make sure the print and colours are not overpowering your personality . 
Our celebs too make mistakes ...few fun pics