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Dianne helped me at a time where I was 'between' - just having moved back from London, England to
Connecticut.
While I did not want to completely turn my back on London culture, dress, and way of life (I lived there for 5 years),
I knew that I had to make some changes in order to blend in with southeast Connecticut tastes and styles.
Dianne had a professional and thorough approach. She made me feel comfortable and boosted my confidence.
She began with a color
analysis and determined I was a cool summer.
She then had a look in my closet - I appreciated all the advice she gave -
the positive aspects and the suggested corrections. She was patient and gave me concrete pointers.
She taught me to repeat an accessory color in an outfit which I thought was extremely helpful
- one of those 'secrets' that no one ever tells you! She then ordered and delivered a color I.D. for me to take
when I'm shopping. It's fun and clever. I love it!
I have recommended Dianne to several individuals and will continue to recommend her in the coming years.
She has much to offer. Not only is she competent and knowledgeable in her subject matter, but she is easy to work with,
confident, and makes the people around her feel good.
Liz Farrell, Principal
Gone By Noon LLC
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The DIVA Style Journey
Working with the DIVAStyle Coach, Dianne M. Daniels
What does Unleashing Your Inner DIVA mean for you?
On this page, you'll get a sense of
my guiding beliefs and principles, my approach to working with clients,
and how I'm very different from other image or style consultants.
What can you expect when you work with me?
When you work with me, you will receive relatable, immediately applicable information on how to
update your image after significant weight loss and express your most Dynamic, Intriguing, Vivacious and Audacious self - your Inner DIVA!
We'll work together to design and implement a polished and professional Image that achieves your personal
image goals and boosts your self-esteem, while helping you to really see the difference in the mirror.
You'll be able to use this valuable information immediately to establish a unique and special visual presence that highlights your assets
and minimizes your challenges - whatever they might be - and that supports your personal image journey. Significant weight loss not only
affects your visual image, but your inner vision of yourself as well. Focusing only on the exterior is a mistake - you have undergone a period
of reevaluation and growth, and only by working with your total image can you succeed in Unleashing Your Inner DIVA.
While you are gaining confidence and working with the Visual update that we design for you, you'll also be working on expressing your true personality - often
we "turn down" parts of our personality based on environment, personal interactions, and experiences. I'll help you re-discover those aspects
of your personality that you may have shut away. A fully expressed personality means that you'll be more satisfied on a daily basis, that you'll be
happier and more fulfilled on a personal basis, and you'll attract better and different relationships. When you feel good about yourself, it shows!
Guiding Beliefs and Values
- I believe in providing a immediate and recognizable return on your investment of time and money - all of my
clients experience a process that addresses individual challenges and respects the individual, while
producing the agreed-upon results.
- I believe strongly that I must develop a clear understanding of you,
your Image-related goals and your desired outcomes in order to serve you effectively. Your information
is always handled with the utmost in professionalism and integrity.
- I believe in using time-tested image processes to build you up and never to tear you down - the misconception of
Image Consultants as nitpicking fault-finders is the complete antithesis of how I operate. I begin by working with you to find and express
your positive qualities, and build on those positives. We will work together to develop SMART goals for your image - Specific, Measurable,
Attainable, Relatable and Time-focused, so that you get the best possible return for your time and your financial investment in this process.
- I believe you deserve a customized solution - built on proven principles - there are no one-size-fits-all
solutions promoted by Image & Color Services. I honor each client's individuality and personality, and strive to incorporate
that respect into the coaching and consulting services I provide. I don't believe in cookie-cutter solutions - my clients are
individuals, and my solutions for clients are equally individual.
- I believe that the concept of Unleashing Your Inner DIVA is not about superficial 'fluff' -
it's much more than what you wear. Professional Image Consulting concepts help you to establish a
deliberately favorable impression that assists others in believing what they see. If you present a confident and attractive visual image
and accompany it with self-confidence, self-assurance and an authentic personality, all of your personal interactions will benefit.
- I believe in empowering my clients to create a climate for personal development and success - more than just
someone to be 'worked on', you and I become partners in the image creation and management process, and ultimately
partners in your personal success.
What makes Image & Color Services and the Unleash Your Inner DIVA program unique?
ICS is dedicated to providing professional Image consulting and coaching services for women aged 30+ who have undergone a significant
life change - whether that is significant weight loss, as in my case, starting a new career, re-entering the workforce, starting your own business,
or just being ready for a change - you are looking for tools and information to update your visual image to match the new physical self you've created.
The 'Unleash Your Inner DIVA' program builds on the proven methodology of my original 'Polish and Presence' program to ensure that
not only do my clients come away with a more polished and professional exterior, but we work together to reshape
the intellectual and emotional ties that makes the image development process uniquely personal, and helps to create long-lasting results.
My consulting and coaching services stand out because of my connection and affinity with real women - those who have struggled with
their self-esteem because of their weight, who want to express a new and powerful outlook and attitude,
and who have overcome (or are overcoming) their barriers to personal achievement.
I struggled with my self-esteem most of my life, just like some of you! It wasn't until I took charge of my personal weight-loss journey and lost 85 pounds in 14 months
that I was able to resolve the conflict between my personality - my DIVA-ness - and my visual image.
My lifetime of experience includes work with both public and private corporations, local government,
non-profit organizations and individuals, and I've chosen to specialize in working with women who I completely relate to - I am passionate about
helping you to Unleash Your Inner DIVA.
Do you have to have a six-figure income (or a four-figure shopping budget) to work with a professional image consultant?
No - absolutely not...I work with a lot of individuals who would cringe at the idea of
spending four or five figures on their wardrobe. We can work together to balance the the benefits of projecting a
polished, powerful and positive image against the potential financial return, and similar to other aspects of entrepreneurship,
make the decision to invest on a regular basis for a positive result. There are also entry-level options for the Unleash Your Inner DIVA
process that let you begin at your own pace and add information and solutions as you desire.
Why should I consult with an image professional? After all, there are lots of books and tons of information out there!
Consulting with a trained image professional gives you access to tools, information and experience you can't get on your own by simply picking up a book,
reading a fashion magazine, browsing in a clothing store or watching a TV show.
I will help you cut through the conflicting and often confusing information packaged for a
general audience and use it to develop a solution that is designed just for you, your life, your personality and your career or business.
Periodically, you should also invest in an Image update - up to twice a year, depending on your career or business
- so that you can keep your Image current, and keep it working positively for you. Periodic small updates in accessories or adding a number
of versatile and multi-purpose garments to your wardrobe keeps things exciting and interesting.
I am a combination of dramatic, attention-getting, and classic in my personal style - and it was a process to develop and manifest
that uniquely personal aspect of my visual image. I had to step out of my comfort zone - something I will encourage you to do -
and be ready to get more attention, be noticed more, and stand out in a good way as the result of the work we will do together.
The best possible outcome of working with
an image consultant, and the one I always strive for, is a look that suits my clients' personality and coloring,
their body frame, and their lifestyle.
I use the 80 / 20 rule when looking at my clients' closets, for instance - they probably wear
20% of their clothing 80% of the time because something about the other clothing isn't quite right: the fit,
the color, the fabric, or the way it makes them feel.
As an experienced image consultant, my job is to help you refine and define your image for the
purpose that suits you, while empowering you to manifest your most Dynamic, Intriguing, Vivacious and Audacious self -
to Unleash Your Inner DIVA! Whatever your personal style, expect to 'take it up a notch' as the result of this process.
This process is about change and growth - about becoming more fully expressed in who you truly are and who you can now give yourself
permission to be.
It's estimated that most people have 100 garments in their closet (some more, some less). At an average cost of
$50 per garment, that means the average individual has a $5,000 investment in their closet. The 80 / 20
rule applied means that you could have up to $4,000 of wasted money tied up in your closet
that isn't working for you - and who can afford to waste $4,000?
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