This weekend I had a client take advantage of my "closet coordinating" service. Since this is a new service, I was anxious to see how valuable it actually was (or wasn't) to a client.
I discovered a few things:
1. My client is steadily building a very comprehensive and high-end wardrobe, but putting all the pieces together is not always an easy task. I forget that once I drop my clients off, they are on their own. Although many remember that this shirt goes with those pants and belt, they may not realize that the shirt also goes with another pair of pants and blazer already in the wardrobe.
2. I see the value of encouraging clients to take a tour through their closets, revisit the items they purchased, and spend some time trying on clothing, checking the fit, style, and brand to make sure money isn't wasted on repeats (which I keep a pretty close eye on as well).
3. Experiment. Play dress-up. No one can see you, so try different trousers with different shirts and blazers, or check to see if that patterned skirt also goes with another blouse tucked away in the back of your closet (that you purchased but never removed the tags).
When I was with my client, we took digital pics of every new outfit I pieced together, so now he can refer to those photos when he feels he's getting himself into a "wardrobe rut".
As the Winter season approaches, take some time to "shop" your own closets. Make a list of where you see "holes" on your wardrobe, and concentrate on filling the holes before you add yet another pair of black dress pants to your repertoire. In the long run, this will save you money, and it will also help you add variety and spice to your day to day ensembles.
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