STYLE: Cozy, No Make-Up Sunday!
Still tryin’ to capture the variety in my #personalstyle for folks who continue to ask! Evidence of a no make-up casual Sunday before heading out to a meeting… Shopped my closet for this tried and true dolman sleeve Vince cashmere sweater, leggings, and …. voila, those long leather rouched gloves I wrote about! (Trying to show the line design of that sweater and rouching on glove? Tricky, but I tried!) TIP: Monochromatic dressing makes you appear taller and thinner, adding a dash of color keeps your look...
read moreRealtor on Fashion Friday
Ha…Fun share for Fashion Friday!!! This Realtor knows how to multitask and get it done! ……..She has 5 houses closing this week, made time to invest in her professional presence with Uniquely Savvy (saved time by personal shopping ahead of time), and then was scootin’ out to write another offer for a client! ….Makin’ homeowners’ dreams come true, I love this pic: Both of us are pragmatic/practical types so while she needed to be on the phone at Macy’s, I held it for her so her arms could be...
read moreBefore & After: Lookin’ Sharp in Off The Rack Menswear
BEFORE Shirt color washes him out and is too billowy in sides and sleeves. Trouser are too big and conservative for his athletic and sporty build. AFTER Slim fit beautifully textured shirt in one of his best blues (color reads better on right). Shirt is tailored, yet still offers room in the sides as he prefers, and the slim fit trousers showcase all his hard work in the gym, while still looking professional! Meet Bob! Bob and his beautiful wife just achieved some fitness goals and he’s in need of some new duds...
read moreA Timeless Gift She Gave Herself – Compounds From the Inside-Out!
Does today feel like a “Happy” Fashion Friday? If not, what ways can your fashion elevate on the happiness scale? Championing YOU…YOUR STYLE, BRAND, AND CONFIDENCE from the “Inside-Out”, Kim Desire more? Kim (Crumpler) Peterson is Founder of Uniquely Savvy, Inc and is a veteran Personal Style & Branding Coach, Wardrobe Stylist, J. Hilburn Custom Menswear Style Consultant, Co-author, and Speaker. With a commitment to excellence (not perfection!), Kim delivers results and is passionate about helping men...
read more“Integration” + Family Update
Sandwiched In Love Integration of mind, body, soul. Integration of social friends, work friends, faith friends -and family. Integration of private and public life. ……Integration is something I began committing to several years ago, likely 2001-ish. You see I used to be ultra-private & vaulted myself in with lots of secrets, shame, etc….God only knows there is enough “story” to want to keep segregated, but in doing so I was never going to be #free, but remain a prisoner unto myself. The back story: There’s...
read morePremium Denim – Worth the Investment?
What’s your take? Premium denim isn’t about wearing an expensive label, it’s about feel fabulous in a quality pair of jeans…hopefully in a fit that rocks your #unique build! …One of today’s clients invested in JBrand “Raw” denim and AG “Jack” from our ever growing J Hilburn collection. ..Not only has he earned $50 free credits to spend in December, he’ll have the benefit of these jeans for years to come….Quality (modern) denim just works that way! (My hubby just walked in and said, “Those are the jeans I...
read moreCustom Color Analysis…Remember Beauty for All Seasons?
Have you ever had your colors “done”? While working with this client on her coloring and style analysis, she brought out her mom’s palette from the 80’s!!! Remember Beauty for all Seasons? The funny thing about her mom’s colors was that the palette was for a cool “winter” and her mom is actually a warm spring or warm low-contrast fall. While turquoise was her mom’s fave color, she would have been sparklin’ and shinin’ so much brighter in “aqua”, a...
read moreStyle Truths Cast Out Fear: From Fear to Fun!
….Just called her to see if she dreamed of fashion and style last night. She said, “YES!!! It was weird, but I did…I’m so glad we did this! I’m no longer afraid and overwhelmed – it’s kinda fun.” Quickly educated her on her personal best practices for a new mental framework & it made all the difference (we only know what we know, right?)! Now for some online shoppin’… #TruthCastsOutFear (What I wore to get down ‘n dirty for another closet audit: still love these...
read moreLovin’ Fall Wardrobe @ Anthropologie!
Championing YOU…YOUR STYLE, BRAND, AND CONFIDENCE from the “Inside-Out”, Kim Desire more? Kim (Crumpler) Peterson is Founder of Uniquely Savvy, Inc and is a veteran Personal Style & Branding Coach, Wardrobe Stylist, J. Hilburn Custom Menswear Style Consultant, Co-author, and Speaker. With a commitment to excellence (not perfection!), Kim delivers results and is passionate about helping men & women BE comfortable and confident in their own skin, step more into their potential, and attract more of who and what...
read moreI’ve Experienced a “Mother’s Love”
Love this kid FOREVER…to the moon & back!!! Yet, there’s 1 whose love is even more extravagant than mine. #Grateful Championing YOU…YOUR STYLE, BRAND, AND CONFIDENCE from the “Inside-Out”, Kim Desire more? Kim (Crumpler) Peterson is Founder of Uniquely Savvy, Inc and is a veteran Personal Style & Branding Coach, Wardrobe Stylist, J. Hilburn Custom Menswear Style Consultant, Co-author, and Speaker. With a commitment to excellence (not perfection!), Kim delivers results and is passionate about helping...
read more3 Case Studies: “Virtual Style” Clients Save Time, Money, Frustration
WHAT IS VIRTUAL STYLE? …Because someone else wrote in asking, “What’s involved with VIRTUAL STYLE? I need to find a party outfit for my 70th! 3 Different Clients with Unique Needs, Coloring, Personal Style, and Budgets Blonde hair, piercing blue eyes – she’s understated yet with a very fun twist and mixes her wardrobe accordingly! Tall with broad shoulders – she’s looking for a supple MOTO jacket. Her preconceived idea is that she “can’t” wear them due to her build. Knowing exactly what shapes/line...
read moreGentleman, Elevate Your Style with J Hilburn!
Go Hawks!!!! Seattle Seahawk, Jeron Johnson #32 rockin’ J Hilburn w/his little man…. Whether you like to be suited and booted in custom, or you like a more relaxed vibe, check out www.kimpeterson.jhilburn.com if you’re ready to elevate your personal style – work to weekend! Time to start thinkin’ about the holidays: Personalize your look and think: Blazer, dark denim, custom fit shirt – about a 2 week turnaround. Championing YOU…YOUR STYLE, BRAND, AND CONFIDENCE from the “Inside-Out”, Kim Desire...
read moreDo Your Pieces Fit to Flatter?
She’s in Cali, but our style magic still rocks! Before she cuts the price tags, she sends me pics for quick evaluation through Uniquely Savvy’s “VIRTUAL STYLE” program. This time around she kept quite a few pieces from Anthropolgie, but returned “CUTE” pieces with stripes that broaden her in places she wanted more streamlined, and returned “fabulous deals” that actually pronounced her shorter legs – an area she wants to visually elongate to balance out her...
read moreTIPS: How to Casually Wear a Capelet
How do you wear yours? I love this!!! So glad my client didn’t want to buy this capelet (new) from me last year! Fits beautifully through the waist, drapes well on the sides….great fit from the back (always check the back)!….For work I’m typically a dress and some sort of heels gal, but this is the perfect “cozy” for my Seattle weekend style. To polish this off, I added long black leather gloves with rouched detailing + black boots. Now if I only owned wine boots, stunning! DETAILS: Glamour...
read moreBlack Leather on Fashion Friday!
Confession: l LOVE to wear chic black (leather) pieces even though I have a closet full of color! You? This is what I created to wear to the Matt Talbot Center auction on Monday….I started out with color and then quickly fell back in love with these understated tailored pieces that just fit my shape to fit and flatter: leather pencil skirt + leather shell + ponte knit off white novelty jacket to keep the Seattle chill off! My brand and personal style is definitely anchored in classic “with a twist”. That twist...
read moreCondo High Above
Gorgeous day for another sweet surprise! Went to do style work and design/brand his closet space, yet a top priority was to help w “branding” his gorgeous new pad! …. So much fun, I can’t wait to share about the closet! …What sweet surprises did you unwrap today?! PS look for Mt Rainier! Championing YOU…YOUR STYLE, BRAND, AND CONFIDENCE from the “Inside-Out”, Kim Desire more? Kim (Crumpler) Peterson is Founder of Uniquely Savvy, Inc and is a veteran Personal Style & Branding Coach,...
read moreHow do I wear my scarves? They’re Stuffed in A Drawer!
Are you utilizing what’s in your closet? During her Style Boot Camp we took an inventory of her scarves and shopped her closet to create fresh looks for work (polished ‘n professional ) to weekend (casual ‘n cozy). A luxe fur muffler (bottom left) worked fabulously with this chalk stripe skirt and really had a commanding look when we added a leather blazer! Sophisticated infinity scarves put just the right touch for a modern take to her classic and timeless pieces (blue merino wool and brown leather pencil skirt? Delish!)....
read moreMatt Talbot Center Auction: Russell Okung Shaun Alexander Community MVP Awardee
Fabulous night to give…and receive: hope, inspiration, 2nd chances, and lotsa laughs! Shout out to Russell Okung, Pro Bowl Tackle and Super Bowl Champion, who received the Shaun Alexander Community MVP award at the Matt Talbot Center auction last night. Okung said something like, “It’s out of our greatest pain that our gifts are born…” as he spoke about using your gifts and “giving your life and your time” to serve people (in addition to “giving your money which is great”). He has an impactful story and the...
read more1st Runner Up on: Photo Shopped Images & the Objectification of Women
1st Runner Up – Miss Teen Seattle 2014 “I would go back to the time in history when people 1st started photo shopping images of women and men began objectifying women (and speak up for change)….” – 1st Runner Up – Teen Division, Miss Seattle 2014 The question was something like, “If you could go back to any period of time in history when would it be and why?” This TOP 10 FINALIST, who caught my ear…and attention day one, didn’t skip a beat when she replied to this spontaneous question day two. She...
read moreHappy Anniversary: Tales & Insights of My Family’s 1st Month!
Happy Anniversary! ….We’re at the 1 month mark of being an official family and for the record: I LOVE THAT BOY and I love my family…even through the ups and downs of our generously *steep* learning curve! Below are a few insights from my last month, but perhaps one of the most profound set of experiences I’ve had has been in watching and (now better understanding) the impact and responsibility father figures (and adults) have on who our boys become. An excerpt from a recent blog: While at breakfast the other...
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