Your Guide to Dressing for Success Through Life's Transitions

Let's have an honest conversation about something we've all experienced but rarely discuss openly: how our bodies change shape (not just size!) when we gain or lose weight. As your style consultant, I'm here to tell you that this is completely normal, and more importantly, there are strategic ways to handle it while maintaining your executive presence.

First Things First: Your Body's Blueprint

Think of your body as a unique piece of architecture. Just like every building has a fundamental structure, you have:

1. Your Dominant Body Type - Think of this as your building's foundation

2. Your Secondary Body Type - This is where your body loves to "renovate" when weight changes occur

Wondering what your Body Type is? Grab a tape measure and click the button below to get results in your member profile.

Take the Body Type Quiz

Pear

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Apple

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Hour Glass

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Rectangle

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Inverted Triangle

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Pear 〰️ Apple 〰️ Hour Glass 〰️ Rectangle 〰️ Inverted Triangle 〰️

Your Dominant Body Type: The Foundation

Just like you wouldn't build a skyscraper without understanding the ground beneath it, you shouldn't build a wardrobe without understanding your basic structure. Here's what we're working with:

- Rectangle: My straight-lined ladies, you've got that balanced look

- Pear: Power in the hips, narrower up top

- Inverted Triangle: Those swimmer's shoulders leading the way

- Hourglass: Equal top and bottom with that defined middle

- Oval: Gorgeous fullness in the middle

Your ability to maintain presence during body changes isn't about the size on the label – it's about how confidently you can show up every day.

Here's the Thing About Weight Changes...

Let me be real with you – when you gain those 20+ pounds (and yes, we're going to talk about it), your body has favorite spots where it loves to set up shop. This is your secondary body type at work:

- Upper Body Gainers: Hello, new bust line and arms!

- Lower Body Gainers: Those hips and thighs are getting the attention

- Mid-Body Gainers: It's all about the waistline

- The All-Arounders: You're getting that proportional change

Your Power Move: The Strategic Pieces Wardrobe

Now, let's talk strategy. Here's how we're going to build your capsule wardrobe to work through these changes:

Core Pieces To Have in Your Wardrobe If Your Weight Fluctuates

1. The Power Pieces (Always Keep These in Your Arsenal):

- 2-3 wrap dresses (trust me on this one)

- A knockout blazer with 2% stretch

- High-quality black pants with side panels

- A-line skirts with forgiving waistbands

- 3-4 silk or quality knit tops that skim, not cling

2. Your Transition Team (For Those In-Between Moments):

- Adjustable wrap tops

- Dresses with side rouching

- Blazers with single buttons (easier to adapt)

- Stretch pencil/ midi skirts with wide waistbands

- Layering pieces in lightweight fabrics

The Strategic Shopping Guide

Listen, I'm going to save you thousands of dollars here. When building your wardrobe:

Invest Heavy In :

- Suits with stretch blend fabrics

- Dresses that can be belted multiple ways

- Tops with architectural details that work with your dominant type

- Pants with quality material that holds shape

Save On:

- Trend pieces

- Seasonal items

- Layering basics

- Statement accessories

Let's Get Real: Your Action Plan

1. This Weekend's Homework

- Stand in front of your mirror (yes, really)

- Identify your dominant body type by taking our body type quiz

- Does the Body Type description from the quiz align with where you tend to gain weight first.

- Pull out everything that doesn't serve your current shape

2. Your Shopping Strategy

- Start with three core outfits that fit NOW need help deciding upload items that fir right now into your digital wardrobe and let us create a look for you.

- Focus on your power colors. Take our color analysis quiz or AI powered Quiz to determine your color Season.

- Invest in proper undergarments (they're your best friends)

- Choose pieces that can be tailored in both directions. Ask us before making a purchase.

Know what brands work for your body type and Style archetype.

3. The Maintenance Game

Ensure you have these in rotation:

- Your "feeling amazing" outfit

- Your "in-between" outfit

- Your "comfort but still boss" outfit

The Real Talk: The Professional Edge

Here's what I tell all my executive clients: Your ability to maintain presence during body changes isn't about the size on the label – it's about how confidently you can show up every day. When you understand your body's blueprint, you make better choices, feel more confident, and yes, save money.

1. This Week:

- Clear out what doesn't work (Decluttering doesn’t need to happen all at once. It happens over time as you learn more about what. you like and don’t like)

- Identify your power pieces

- List what's missing in the notes of your personal digital closet and request your stylist to either source it or style it.

2. This Month:

- Invest in 2-3 core pieces that fit NOW

- Find a great tailor (seriously, do this) and we have recommendations

- Create your capsule wardrobe plan

3. Moving Forward:

- Schedule quarterly wardrobe reviews

- Plan for seasonal transitions

- Keep a "size-shift" budget usually $200 -$500 will help purchase 2-3 items to respond to any bodily changes.

Remember, your body will continue to evolve throughout your career – and that's perfectly normal. What matters is how you adapt and maintain your professional presence through these changes.

Your Power Tools (Quick Reference)

- A quality shapewear collection

- A reliable tailor on speed dial

- A curated wardrobe that flexes with you

- Knowledge of your body architecture

- Confidence in your professional presence

You've got this, and I'm here to help you navigate these changes with style and grace. Remember: your power doesn't come from a number on a tag – it comes from how confidently you show up in the room.

Now, go forth and conquer your day – in clothes that make you feel as powerful as you truly are!

Let's Talk Body Changes