Holiday Sales FOMO

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the temptation to shop till we drop. But before we give in to that FOMO (fear of missing out) feeling, let's take a moment to evaluate our wardrobe and spending goals. Companies strategically use the concept of FOMO to boost sales during the holiday season. Have you ever noticed when shopping online how you see notifications about how many people are looking at an item or only a few left? Just because it's on sale doesn't mean it belongs in our closet. As a personal stylist, I always encourage my clients to shop mindfully and make purchases that align with their personal style and budget. Remember, it's not about how many items we have in our wardrobe, but how each piece makes us look and feel. Happy shopping or shopping your closet! 

If you need assistance with evaluating your wardrobe or online shopping, feel free to send me an email at stylist@fathiasavory.com. And to help you get started, I've compiled a list of my top 10 tips for online shopping. 

10 TIPS FOR EFFICIENT ONLINE SHOPPING: 

1. Know your measurements and use the size charts to determine best fit when selecting garment size. Use flexible measuring tape or string (lay flat to measure) to record your sizes.

Doing this ahead of time makes the online shopping experience easier, and returns too- you will have less returns by knowing your exact measurements! Make sure to update these measurements every 6 months. 

2. Read the reviews for the retailer and individual garment items.

And not just the good ones! By reading the bad ones you get an indication of what went wrong and if it’s happened more than once. 

3. Review in detail the return policy.

15 or 30 days? Store credit or full credit card refund? Paypal isn’t feasible, or it is ok to receive returns? Check it all out so that there are no surprises.  

4. Establish a budget and stick to it.         

Revisit this budget at least once per month to see if anything needs to be adjusted or if you are staying on track.

5. Look for those investment pieces. 

The core of your wardrobe should be quality items that you can wear multiple times. 

6. Price point does not equal quality.

Enough said!

7. Read details about the fabric. 

Does the fabric flatter your body? How does the fabric feel against your skin? What are the care instructions?

8. Compare prices.

It’s hard to not get attached to an item when we see it, but it’s always a good idea to make sure we are getting the best deal possible. Then you can use any money you saved towards something else if you want to!

9. Keep a record of sites that you love along with sizes that worked for you.

The research is done, so now you can enjoy yourself without worry.

10. Make sure the website is secure and shop where you trust. Don't overshare your personal information.

Looking for things like “https” at the beginning of a URL is helpful.

For more information about styling services schedule a complimentary consultation. 

Holiday Outfit Style Guide

Holiday Outfit Style Guide The holiday season is nearly here, and it’s the most wonderful time of the year to dress up for special events and festivities. I created looks that cover everything from Thanksgiving/Friendsgiving, to New Year’s Eve and everything in between. There are even some casual, cozy options for Christmas morning at home. Enjoy! The “FINDS” section is the list of shoppable links. The ”LOOKBOOK” sections has outfits already created.

Revive your wardrobe and create effortless looks for your fall work wardrobe!

Fall work wardrobe

Fashion season is upon us! I don’t know if you follow fashion week/month, but I’ve been inspired as I approach the new season. It’s not necessarily the trends that have inspired me but the idea of getting dressed and feeling empowered to let my personality shine through. I see people having fun with fashion and you can too! As I think through the fall work wardrobe, below are three quick ways to get started

Dress Code Expectations

What are the current dress code expectations at work? I know some jobs had a more relaxed dress code for the summer season. Along with dress code expectations, what are your own expectations in regards to your executive presence? Make sure you understand your environment. The dress code might be more casual in day to day functions but when meetings or direct interactions with clients, your job might call for a more business professional outfit. Whether formal business attire or smart casual, you can always let your personality shine through accessories, patterns, and other small additions to create a great first impression and insight into your unique gifts.

Closet Edit

Ready for an instant change to your options? Try on clothing pieces that haven’t been worn recently. Some items I could wear last season do not fit right now, and that’s okay. If you are not ready to donate items that don’t fit, put them away for right now. I want you to have easy access to items that you can wear everyday. As you try-on items evaluate the condition of the garment… is it dingy, have holes, etc. Don’t be so quick to toss summer items to the back of your closet or in storage. You can transition into fall with your summer pieces through layering. You can take your cute summer jumpsuit or dress and put a turtleneck underneath it.

Shopping

If you find gaps in your wardrobe, be prepared to order items online. While shopping in-store recently, the assortment levels were low and some specialty sizes are only available online. I encourage you to have a plan when shopping. When new seasons start, it is easy to get caught up with shopping the latest runway trends . Don’t get me wrong, there are lots of fun fall trends, such as maxi skirts and fancy flats. Before purchasing an item, determine how you can wear it with current items in your closet.

I’ve pulled together some great fall pieces that I think you are going to LOVE. Click the link to shop items or think of ways to use what you already have in your wardrobe. Don't forget to click on LOOKBOOK section to see how to style different items... effortless fall work wardrobe! For more information about styling services and how we can help you through this process, schedule a complimentary consultation. I want you to enjoy the fall season and your style!

Fall Work Wardrobe Shopping Guide