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gown vs skin9/17/2011Magoe Johnson
  Q: well.. im going to attend a formal party after a month from now.. and i honestly dont know what to ...
  A: The most important thing to remember when purchasing a gown is the fit. The fabric should be ...
Wardrobe Crisis7/5/2011Jill Kirsh
  Q: Hey, I'm Anna, Im 16 and from the UK. I have fair skin, although I use a light amount of fake tan. ...
  A: The assistance I can provide is all about choosing all your best shades of every color. I've ...
where to look4/30/2011Magoe Johnson
  Q: I am so frustrated. My granddaughter's graduation is coming up & I would like to look like her ...
  A: My thoughts are that a pant suit would be ideal. I do not know what stores cater to petite sizes in ...
Jury duty,what to wear?4/8/2011Magoe Johnson
  Q: Magoe, I have jury duty to attend to in about a month and I am a bit confused as to what I can ...
  A: To ensure that you dress appropriately according to the request, I would suggest that you contact ...
Personal Style3/31/2011Jill Kirsh
  Q: How do you know if the item is flattering? Also what are the best options for a brunette with dark ...
  A: Here are some color options for a brunette with dark brown eyes. Royal Blue, Emerald Green, True ...
How Do I Deal With The Aftermath Of Dramatic Weight Loss?2/15/2011Melisa Singh
  Q: Ever hear someone tell a female, "Your face is SO pretty... if you only lost some weight,"? Well I ...
  A: I am so sorry to hear of your difficulty with the loose skin you now have after your amazing weight ...
make up9/29/2010Jill Kirsh
  Q: I have light brown hair, light blue eyes and a fair complextion. I am going wear a solid colored ...
  A: Great question! I would choose shades for your lips, eyes and cheeks that play up your hair color ...
long hair8/19/2010Melisa Singh
  Q: I am a 51 year old guy with most of my hair, but its gone from brown to dark brownish gray. I have a ...
  A: You are right that long(ish) hair on guys has made a comeback. By your description, it sounds like ...
What style?8/16/2010Melisa Singh
  Q: Hey Melissa,I am very confused about my dressing style. I really don't like dressing girly, I love ...
  A: I imagine by your description that you are a young woman. Often times while we are in school we ...
Dressing to Look Mature8/8/2010Melisa Singh
  Q: I'm nineteen years old and I want to look more mature and my age. I look very young for my age, I ...
  A: Most women reading your question would envy the fact that your "problem" is that you look too young. ...
glitter shoes7/12/2010Melisa Singh
  Q: Are these shoes wearable with jeans? Or do they look tacky? http://tinypic.com/r/24b9myc/3 ...
  A: I personally do not think those shoes would flatter most people. It is not necessarily that they ...
sizes are confusing me7/8/2010Magoe Johnson
  Q: Glad to find someone willing to help in this area. I try to find the right size of clothing for me ...
  A: In order for me to access your clothing concerns, I would have to see pictures of you. With the ...
clothing problems7/2/2010Magoe Johnson
  Q: I don't know if my question belongs here,but I am desperate. Several fifteen years ago,I lost a ...
  A: I am still trying to rid the world of static cling and am yet to succeed. The only solution that has ...
wanting an answer on sizes6/30/2010Melisa Singh
  Q: Glad to find someone willing to help in this area. I try to find the right size of clothing for me ...
  A: I'd be happy to give you some information about dressing for your shape. Before I do, can you tell ...
Shopping for my body type6/27/2010Melisa Singh
  Q: I have a few obstacles in my way to finding fashion success: I am a 35 yr old a bar/restaurant ...
  A: Although most women would absolutely love your figure, I do admit it is difficult to find ...
What to wear on Job Interview5/5/2010Melisa Singh
  Q: I have a few job interviews and I am not sure what to wear. My last job everyone wore jeans and ...
  A: What to wear on a job interview is one of the most commonly asked questions and perhaps one of the ...
what do you make of wendys remarks1/6/2010Melisa Singh
  Q: Let me run this by you and you tell me what you think. I ran into Wendy at the top shop. She ...
  A: Although I often assume the role of a life-coach as an image consultant, I am not a therapist and ...
fashion for females1/5/2010Melisa Singh
  Q: Need fashion advice ... Female here, 6ft tall, 30 years old, bbw at about 210 lbs, more of a square, ...
  A: If you are indeed rectangular in shape you want to keep your clothing line straight and your look ...
Military ball dresses/ediquette!!12/12/2009Magoe Johnson
  Q: okay, i have no clue where to ask this question, but here it goes, if u can t answer this just lemme ...
  A: I would suggest that you wear a floor length dress or a evening dress that stops 1/2 inch above or ...
What should I wear to look the best?12/11/2009Magoe Johnson
  Q: I am only 12 but I wish to learn more about how I should act and dress, living in Singapore. I do ...
  A: A medium or low heel is appropriate for your age but not 3" stilettos! One must know how to walk in ...
What should I wear to look the best?12/10/2009Magoe Johnson
  Q: I am only 12 but I wish to learn more about how I should act and dress, living in Singapore. I do ...
  A: The best advise I can give you is that you should wear what clothes that you feel good in. I ...
accentuating the body?12/5/2009Magoe Johnson
  Q: Im about 5 ft 6 inches tall, 130 lbs. size 7/9 in pants I have thick legs and always have,but its ...
  A: Christianna, I have worked with many clients with your body type and would like to suggest the you ...
How to transform your image.11/26/2009Magoe Johnson
  Q: I weigh 149 pounds, I am 5'2,I have a large bust, big hips and a short torso. I really would love to ...
  A: It can be a challenge finding clothes that compliment your body type in your area but don't give up ...
options for tops11/3/2009Magoe Johnson
  Q: I found a top and a drop-waist dress for my daughter that I would like for her to wear for some ...
  A: What a lovely top! The items needed to complete the look all depends on the age of your daughter ...
What will suit me best10/23/2009Melisa Singh
  Q: I am stuck for which outfit to buy for an upcoming evening cocktail party. I am 26, hourglass figure ...
  A: Without additional information it's tough to tell which dress would suit you best. With the details ...
carry items.10/3/2009Magoe Johnson
  Q: I am an asistant manager of apartments and don't make a lot of money and therefore don't have a ...
  A: Tony, I would suggest that you purchase a tote bag, doctor bag, or carry all bag for men. These ...
Dressing to look more mature10/2/2009Melisa Singh
  Q: I am twenty years old and I look extremely young for my age - people usually think I'm about 15 or ...
  A: It will be easier for me to give you suggestions if I have some more information on you and what you ...
new leather jacket9/25/2009Magoe Johnson
  Q: I am a 43 year old professional and wear suits to work and prefer smart-casual out of work. I guess ...
  A: Dave, Since you are not comfortable wearing leather, I would suggest that you the jacket during ...
dressing up to look good...!9/4/2009Melisa Singh
  Q: I love putting on nice clothes and love shopping for them -- the only problem is I can't find them. ...
  A: It sounds as thought you have a common dilemma. Most casual brands mass produce sizes that fit the ...
new job help.8/31/2009Melisa Singh
  Q: I recently found a new career as a pharm. sales rep. and while I'm happy to have a job,I'm worried ...
  A: Pharmaceutical Sales Reps are known as being confident, charismatic, persuasive individuals. If you ...
Marks8/18/2009Melisa Singh
  Q: i have stretch marks on my arms and i cant wear sleevless so everything i wear have to be sleeved ...
  A: So many of us have stretch marks and/or things about our bodies we wish we could change. When those ...
are tube socks a fashion taboo7/27/2009Melisa Singh
  Q: I'm not sure if I'm asking the right area of expertise because my questions have to do with casual ...
  A: You have addressed two points in your question that are both valid. First, image is important and ...
are tube socks fashion taboo7/27/2009Magoe Johnson
  Q: I'm not sure if I'm asking the right area of expertise because my questions have to do with casual ...
  A: Alistar, This is not my area of expertise because you are not wanting to update your style of dress ...
help7/26/2009Magoe Johnson
  Q: I am 46 years old, 1. 93 man and I am always wearing jeans of diferetnt colors ans chemises. I work ...
  A: I would have to determine your body type by completing an assessment to give you better ...
fashion upset7/14/2009Melisa Singh
  Q: i am 13 and i have already decided that i want to be a fashion designer the only problem is i have ...
  A: As someone interested in being a fashion designer, do you have access to a number of fashion ...
Clubwear7/14/2009Melisa Singh
  Q: Where can I find great clubwear for someone like me? Someone with like no boobs. I want to look ...
  A: Stephany, Your bra size is absolutely great - nothing to think less of! Very few women naturally ...
shoe advice for a gray dress5/31/2009Melisa Singh
  Q: I will be attending my cousin's Confirmation this month, and the setting is both in a church and her ...
  A: Black shoes will be best out of the three color choices as it will look the most harmonious with ...
correct color of stockings5/28/2009Melisa Singh
  Q: I will be going to a wedding, and I have a rather sheer, double tiered flounce black skirt. ...
  A: If your red snakeskin shoes are closed toed you would probably look best in a sheer pantyhose that ...
Meeeee5/27/2009Melisa Singh
  Q: I'm 18 I HATE fashion. I want to learn how to make my body look good cause I hate everything I try ...
  A: It's such a struggle to dress when you don't feel good about your body. Everybody, even the ...
Money can't buy taste.5/23/2009Magoe Johnson
  Q: My new job involve mingling with the very wealthy but as I am used to dress in ...
  A: Lisa, I would suggest that you start with a basic core wardrobe that consists of a quality business ...

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I am a professional, experienced Image Consultant and will gladly answer any questions you have about image including wardrobe choices, overall look, body language, etiquette, color analysis and more.

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I am the president of Bullseye Image Consulting in New York, NY.

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Association of Image Consultants International, Member of the Etiquette Institute.

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I am an experienced Image Consultant with an education from FIT and additionally have certifications in Color Analysis & Etiquette.

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