Wardrobe Detox

One of my assignments while studying for Diploma in Personal Styling with British College of Professional Styling (www.britishcollegeofprofessionalstyling.com)  was to find a 'client' and practise my newly-found styling skills. One of my friends, Sidika, volunteered. At the time she was desperate to get her wardrobe sorted as the whole family was soon moving to New Zealand. They sold the house, cars and other personal belongings and could not take many clothes with them so it was a great opportunity (and pleasure for me) to do the 'wardrobe detox'. 

It was a big task and took us most of one morning just to get the clothes sorted into different categories.  Some unwanted clothes were given to various charities and some I offered to sell for Sidika on eBay.  She is a very busy Mum of 3 so she welcomed the offer of me doing it for her with opened arms.  I sold all of her clothes (except one little shrug) and with the money made I bought Sidika couple of beautiful dresses on eBay.

 

I researched the local shops and organised a shopping day out. After taking into account Sidika's size, body shape, style preference, lifestyle and budget, I chose 10 'must-have' items for her new updated wardrobe.  Sidika found the whole shopping experience effortless and fun. She never even left the changing room as I brought her all the different sizes and styles to try on.

It was a huge success and not only she left UK with lots of lovely new clothes but also less stressed out! The thought of going on a shopping spree after arriving in a new country would be daunting and scary for anyone.

This stunning black and white dress from Phase Eight was my favourite purchase of the day!

Doesn't she look lovely!!?