“The Empowering & Gracious, Passionate & Collaborating, Professional, Feminine & Adventurous, Visionary Leader”
An executive woman, being groomed for yet another promotion, is highly successful on the outside is becoming even more so on the inside! A goal of her Training camp experience? “I would love assistance in expressing who I am and what I’ve accomplished. I’m just now feeling comfortable in my own skin, learning I like to be girlie, and learning to love myself.” …She also thought she didn’t have a sense of style and that we would need to go shopping. But alas! After defining who she is through her personal...
read more7 Reasons to Fall in Love w/ J. Hilburn, Men’s Custom Clothier: #2 Wide Range of Ready to Wear
Wide Range of Ready to Wear Clothing: One stop Shopping 30%off for my clients (Special Promotion) 7 Reasons To Fall in Love w/J. Hilburn, Men’s Custom Clothier. (http://tinyurl.com/d7yuk9b) *Tees, sweaters, coats by Loro Piana *Belts, ties, cuff links, wallets -novelty socks even! *Wallets and luggage *Find AG jeans to pair back to your custom Friday night shirt, shorts for spring/summer 2013 These are just 2 reasons you’re...
read moreUniquely Savvy’s Diving Deeper in 2013: “It’s Time to Be Big & Stop Shrinking.”
“Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you.” -Marianne Williamson Have you ever done that? I sure have, yet now’s the time to “be big”. What you might not know about me? I used to be SO ultra-private. The biggest brick wall around me, my fortress, was built of shame, guilt, pride, bitterness, self-protection, envy, and hurt – to name just a few. After years of painstaking...
read moreLiving Your Vision of Success: Inspiring Client Update!
So energized! Just off a fabulous Living Your Vision of Success coaching call….Blowin’ me away – inspiring:-)! All of this since January 13th!!! *After not working out for a decade, worked out 3x/week since the workshop….overall feelin’ much better in mind and body! *Eating healthier fuels the goal to be healthier *Wanting to put the FUN back into life: Reconnecting with friends, visiting interesting clients w/good stories! *Researching charities that have been on the mind…and so much more. Again,...
read moreAn Empowering Inside-Out Training Camp; She Connected w/her Strengths, Found Her Style, Beauty & So Much More!
This client leads with strategy, competence, and attention to detail & wants her clothes to support her in effectively communicating who she is and what she’s about! While initially disappointed and down from a recent personal shopping experience, this experienced & professional woman learned that so much of who she IS and what she loves to wear is reflected in her closet…she just didn’t know it! More importantly, she also *received* some solid first impression truths that rocked her world! As she...
read moreWarning: Challenges Ahead. So What Else is New? …Your Creative Solution?
There will always be challenges, to be sure. The key is not getting immobilized by the fear of the unknown and what ifs. …Why not look for the *creative* solution? Just off a sizzlin’ “Living Your Vision of Success” coaching call…..Why sizzlin’? She *figured it out*. She’d gotten clear on one of her deepest values, created a lifestyle goal around it, mapped out what this looks like, but then….FEAR, a big one, was to get in the way. TIP: From my writings in Incredible Life: Top Experts Reveal How...
read moreWomen of All Sizes, Including Full Figured Women CAN Look Fabulous!
“Really? Does she look like she’s plus size?” “What is it that she’s wearing?” A beautiful and stylish full figured woman brought this to her *Style Boot Camp* today and in her discouragements says, “Really? Does she look like she’s plus size?” And, “What is it that she’s wearing?” And, “They are all swimming in those clothes…” We chuckled in disbelief a bit over some of the non-sensible advertising, but truly it’s not inspiring or aspiring to show size 10 woman swimming in unattractive (or attractive)...
read moreI Love to Champion Champions: A Resource & Opportunity Too Good To Not Share!
What you can’t tell? …Teddy met me here, paused, and we gently moved toward each other after some work we did. We lingered here…gently. This was also a very different experience than I had the last time. That one was more energetic and robust, to kick my booty into awareness, change, and action! When an unlocking/life changing opportunity exists, you just want to share it, right? Let me share with you about Jennifer Malocha and Wuhoo Equine Coaching. The distilled down bit: Working with Jennifer and...
read moreOMGoodness, Unbelievable Vignette!!! …This is What I Want For YOU Too…To Enjoy & Live Out Your Vision of Success!
Really??? Does stuff like this really happen? A real time example of *living my vision of success* as a reflection of my values. This is what I want for you! …It started with a stellar Audi experience & just kept growing. This is truly *living my vision of success* as a reflection of my values…in action! Read how it unfolds: Icy, icy, frosty roads led me to Audi to drop off my car. When it comes to service? Barrier Audi, yet again…STELLAR! They gave me a toasty -extra nice- loaner, as it was the last one....
read moreDRESS FOR SUCCESS MAGIC: A Smile Was Found After All!
Before: “I like style you know. Romantic, professional, and good fit.” Whew….Another day of magic at the YWCA DRESS FOR SUCCESS, just up from a long recovery nap! This lovely woman was in for a re-do from an appointment she had a short while ago. Apparently she was really unhappy and disgruntled, so while I’d called to switch days since I was under the weather today, they asked if I *could* come in just for one appointment as they scheduled her re-do with me intentionally. Upon meeting her in the lobby she said, “I...
read moreBattle of the Bumps! Whose Maternity Fashion Are You Most Excited to Follow?
Whose maternity fashion are you most excited follow? Kim Kardashian or Kate Middleton? Here are some of the comments from a recent Uniquely Savvy Facebook post: Debbie Whitlock, radio show host of Femme Finance and Femmenation , and Managing Director for eWomen Network Seattle, says “Kate – she has created a sense of approachability to the world and seems to work to be more “like” the people who adore her than different.” “I say Kate. She is a class act!” Gayle Sprague O’Donnell, of...
read moreForgiveness Is An Inside – Out Job…And Affects the Quality of Our Personal Brands!
Forgiveness isn’t an easy gig…..I wrote about this topic in my co-authored book, Incredible Life….”From Fear to Freedom”. A couple of things: *I haven’t arrived; FREEDOM & forgiveness are a process – a journey, not a destination. *Ironically, just today I had the opportunity to choose forgiveness with a new friend. That story may come later, but a key point is that if we don’t choose to forgive we become bitter. Bitterness turns into a lack of forgiveness whereby both people become prisoners. You have imprisoned the...
read moreTIPS For Dressing For Any Occasion: What’s Her Profession? Part 2
For What’s My Profession Part 1 A beautiful woman, in my professional opinion, I just didn’t think her “look” was aligned w/her profession…I found myself distracted my “hearing” the intended message on weather. In my mind I had so many questions about various visuals from fabrics, to accessories, and more. To be clear, her look is, in likely appropriate for a different audience and message. More importantly, this blog is about discernment when dressing, not about...
read moreWhat’s Her Profession? Part 1
I’ve copied this info over from Uniquely Savvy’s Facebook page as it offered such a good platform from which to glean… What’s Her Profession? During speaking engagements on personal branding, I often use this exercise to illustrate a point or two. W/a real time example, “Based on the language of her look and her wardrobe choice, name her profession.” There were over 25 responses that ranged from cheerleader, weight loss spokeswoman, TV personality, real housewife of ________, reporter, and...
read more“Living Your Vision of Success” Event January 13th 5:30 – 8:30 PM!
“Living Your Vision of Success From the Inside-Out” Uniquely Savvy’s 6th Annual Community Vision Board Event Windermere Real Estate 3933 Lake Washington Blvd NE Suite 100 Kirkland WA 98033 (Register to reserve your spot by 1.11.13) Are you living your vision of success -stylistically, relationally, professionally, and yes…beyond? Respectfully, if not what are you waiting for?…Together, let’s move your winning vision of success into action for 2013! ***IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW HAS THE KEY...
read moreWhat to Wear for Thanksgiving: Last Minute Options!
Are you a “wait ‘til I wake up and see what kind of mood I’m in” kind of dresser? If so, this is for you…What to wear options for the big day of giving thanks! Now go make it your own and have a great Thanksgiving celebration! XO Championing YOU…YOUR STYLE, BRAND & CONFIDENCE From The “Inside-Out”, Kim Desire more? Kim Crumpler is Founder of Uniquely Savvy, Inc and is an 11 year veteran Personal Style & Branding Coach, Personal Shopper, Author, and Speaker. An expert,...
read moreHappy Thanksgiving + Opportunities to Spread Good Cheer!
Wishing you a lovely Thanksgiving holiday. As I have many things for which to be thankful, you absolutely come to mind. I’ve appreciated your business and am thankful for the opportunity to have served you! ~Kim Team Uniquely Savvy: Served Thanksgiving Dinner Big gratitude for those who shared their blessing of helping hands, time, and good cheer. Team Uniquely Savvy served Thanksgiving dinner last Saturday to women, men, and children in transition @ Mary’s Place Seattle. What a gift of giving...
read more“Beauty Night Out” November 30th: Take Your Next Step Toward Elevated Inside-Out Style!
It’s Fashion Friday! ….Picture yourself as *ready* to step into affordable style & inner confidence, then read on! Just back from the locale for BEAUTY NIGHT OUT – the ambiance of this warehouse is stunning! It’s so aligned with the textures, the colors -the inside-out beauty- of what you’re gonna experience on November 30th! Have you been wishin’ for aspects of a makeover or expert direction: An easy, yet stylish hair do, make-up that rocks, solutions for your creeping wrinkles, go with everything jewelry,...
read moreHappy National Philanthopy Day: Let’s Build Community Together & Serve for the Holidays!
Did you know that today is National Philanthropy Day? …I didn’t! ..Seems then, the perfect day to share some good news and invite you to join Uniquely Savvy in some lovely ways to incorporate community, fun, fashion, and giving back this holiday season! Having been blessed to receive practical support when I needed it as a child, and again as a grown woman, I’m honored to pay it forward. If you’re interested in participating with some folks in the Seattle area, check out the opportunities below -would love to serve...
read moreShe Wanted Confidence & Sustainable Style, She Got It!: Tips’ n Testimonial Tuesday!
Meet Mani, Sustainably Stylish Mom! Hi Be Uniquely Savvy readers! Thanks for taking time to read and glean from our blog….So what is sustainable anyway? SUSTAINABLE: of, relating to, or being a method of harvesting or using a resource so that the resource is not depleted or permanently damaged (Merriaa- Webster Dictionary) SUSTAINABLE STYLE: Having the ability to look and feel your best without being dependent on me as your personal style coach or my shopping services to get it done! …This treat (photo) was in my...
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