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How to “Do Casual” The Right Way with 3 Simple Elements

As you may have noticed, It’s “casual month” at Image Therapists International. That means I’ve been sharing all kinds of trainings, tips, tools and strategies with my VIP clients and inside our Live Your Life in S.T.Y.L.E. Membership on how to uplevel that that boring t-shirt, yoga pants and tennis shoes combination and uplevel it into a classy, beautiful casual outfit.

I get asked all the time how to “do casual” and I’ve noticed there are a lot of misconceptions about it. People make it a lot more complex than it needs to be, or they think it requires spending a ton of money on new pieces.

Let’s make this easy.

Here are 3 simple elements you can do to uplevel your everyday “casual” wear into something that looks great, feels great, and shows the world how amazing you are:

Fit – I’m not saying you can’t wear a t-shirt and yoga pants. But you DO want to make sure that the t-shirt fits you well and sits well on your body. In our with Virtual Style Academy, we make sure to spend time identifying your body type so that you can find the cut that fits YOU. Casual does not mean “sloppy” or “one size fits all. Make sure the cut flatters you, and makes you feel great when you wear it.
Color – Color showed up last month in my “Date Night” tips, and it shows up a lot in my work, and it’s especially important for casual wear. So many women resort to black and white, or patterns that simply do not serve them well. Next time you’re shopping for a workout shirt, why not find one in a color that compliments your skin tone? Again, simple is fine, but color is a great way to add some life to any casual outfit and allow you to express your personality!
Texture/Layers – Once you have the right fit and the right set of color combinations, now you can have some FUN! Take that same t-shirt and yoga pants example, and add a light scarf, or light jacket on top. Don’t overlook these “throw over” pieces that can add an entirely new dimension of depth to your outfit and really make it pop.

No matter what, remember to keep it simple and enjoy the process. Just because you’re going to the gym, doesn’t mean you can’t look and feel beautiful. Commit to showing up as your best self wherever you go, and I’ll be here to support you along the way!

Just because you’re going to the gym, doesn’t mean you can’t look and feel beautiful. Commit to showing up as your best self wherever you go!

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If you like these tips, and want to learn more, I invite you to register for my upcoming complimentary webinar called How to Choose Wardrobe Colors that are Perfect for You. It will be a perfect complement to the blog tips I’ve been sharing these past few months.

Empowered S.T.Y.L.E. | March 2017

Learn, Lead and Love Your Life!

In This Issue:

Through Liana’s Eyes
Image Therapy 101
Lianaism of the Month
Then & Now
Special Invitation
About Liana

I’m so excited for all of the amazing things happening around here in March. There is truly opportunity everywhere, and I’m blessed to be able to share this journey with you.

This month, our brand new Live Your Life in S.T.Y.L.E. Membership is in full swing, we’ve got some incredible trips planned, including visiting with some VIP clients in Seattle, a presentation in Canada, and a wonderful speaking engagement in Las Vegas to some inspiring Brazilian entrepreneurs!

I’m also thrilled to host another designer night called Blessed to be Dressed where I’ll be sharing some of my best methods for creating your perfect wardrobe PLUS you’ll be able to go home with some beautiful, hand picked designer pieces with my feedback! (more details at the bottom of this ezine)

And keep an eye out on some fresh training coming up on Facebook Live. I love connecting with you there so be sure to watch for an invite, because I would love to answer any of your questions on dressing YOUR best.

I’m so grateful and delighted that you’re in my life, and I thank you for showing up in the most brilliant way possible. You are a masterpiece!

Please click below for my personal message to you.

I love you and have an amazing month!

3 Quick Tips to Look Great in Your Casual Wear

Dressing “casual” is an art.

It doesn’t have to mean wearing clothes that don’t fit right, and it’s way more than just throwing on some yoga pants and a tee shirt.

March is “casual month” at Image Therapists International, so you’ll find content and resources that are designed to help you still look your absolute best for those casual moments.

Whether you’re going to the nail salon, or your kids’ soccer game, I want you to uplevel your thinking when it comes to your casual wear. Just like we talked about last month when planning an outfit for date night or a special occasion, you can create an amazing casual outfit by just working with the pieces you already have in your closet, and the creativity you already have in your brain!

Here are 3 quick tips to look your best, the next time you’re going casual:

Change your shoes. Instead of wearing tennis shoes with your sweat suit or jogging outfit to the doctor’s office, try wearing some nice flats, or even some snazzy sandals! Just like we talked about with “date night,” changing the shoes can totally change the feel of the entire outfit.
Quality matters! Just because you’re wearing it to the gym, doesn’t mean it needs to look cheap and disheveled. You’d be amazed at the difference it makes when you select workout clothes that are made with higher quality standards. You don’t need to spend a ton of money, just make sure you’re buying fabric that looks and feels as classy as you are!
Add some simple color and texture. Sure you can still wear those comfy yoga pants, but instead of the ragged, wrinkled white tee shirt, try pairing a tank top, with a light linen jacket and/or a light scarf to compliment things. Experiment with colors that really work for your skin, and remember the fabric can still be light.

By simply bringing the same quality standards you have for your other attire into your “casual” wear, you will always be able create an outfit, that’s in alignment on the outside with the brilliant soul you have on the inside!

Dressing “casual” is an art. Here are 3 quick tips to look and feel your best from Liana Chaouli.

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I want this process to be simple, easy and fun for you.. If you’re willing to play and have some fun in your closet, I know you’ll be able to create that perfect casual outfit in no time.

Remember, just because it’s “casual,” doesn’t mean you shouldn’t look amazing. Keep checking the blog this month for more casual wear tips like these!

“If the outfit shows up before you do, please put it back.”

Blessed to be Dressed

Join Liana in her Beverly Hills studio for her FIRST EVER Blessed to be Dressed event.

Liana is hosting this rare, intimate event where she will show you how to build an outfit piece by piece, and create a wardrobe that truly makes you shine on the inside and out. In addition to learning from Liana’s teachings, you’ll have the once in a lifetime opportunity to take home some of her exclusive and hand picked wardrobe pieces that will work beautifully for YOUR body.

If you’ve ever wanted to have Liana’s personal touches on your wardrobe, this is your chance to get her unique guidance AND be able to take home some timeless designer pieces at great prices that are perfect for you.

Please feel free to spread the word among your family and friends, but since Liana’s studio only has a capacity of 50 people at any given time, space will be extremely limited.

Champagne and light refreshments will be served. Get your tickets today!

About Liana

Liana Chaouli, (pronounced sha-oo-li), is the President and Founder of Image Therapists International Inc. and a globally recognized thought leader , style expert and educator. Ms. Chaouli, provides transformation through the empowerment of wardrobe. She has spent two decades consulting CEOs, celebrities, and political figures on matters of self-image.

As the developer of Image Therapy™, she works closely with her clients on their personal and professional presence using analysis, physical appearance, and education to adjust attitudes affecting self-esteem and overall sense of worth. Her clients include Bob Mackie, The Canfield Training Group, IBM, Nordstrom’s, Coldwell Banker University, Chico’s, and many more.

Visit www.lianasgifts.com to receive your Personal S.T.Y.L.E. Blueprint, the blueprint to understanding YOU.

3 Key Ingredients for a Sexy Date Night Outfit

Does date night create a lot of pressure for you to wear the perfect outfit?

You’re not alone. Those two words seem to stress out many of my new clients because they feel like they just don’t have anything to wear in their closet besides their everyday items like basic casual or work clothes.

The truth is that creating a stunning, sexy outfit for date night does NOT require a trip to an expensive store. You certainly can go shopping, but why not start by shopping in your closet with what you already have? In my experience, here are the 3 key ingredients to create a sexy date night outfit for that next special night out:

1. Color

Black is NOT a color! It’s the absence of color. The fastest way to spice up your outfit is by adding some colors that highlight your radiant self. Start simple and experiment. You can take a simple solid dress or suit, and jazz it up with colorful accents, making it into a completely different outfit.

2 . Creativity

Experiment! Your closet is a family of items just waiting to be utilized together. Think of the clothes in your closet as tools inside of a toolbox. Why not try some different shoe combinations that you never thought would work before? Why not try that blouse that you loved when you bought it, but couldn’t figure out what to do with it. Mix. Match. Try new things. And most importantly, HAVE FUN!

3. Accessories that add “Sparkle.”

No, you don’t need to go shopping for expensive jewelry. In fact, just because it’s sparkly, doesn’t mean it has to be pricey! Simply changing out those earrings, or adding a classy necklace to go with an outfit you already love can give you that “wow” factor that makes you feel like the queen that you are! Keep it simple, find some great pieces you love, and mix and match! Once again, have fun with it!

If you combine these 3 key ingredients, you’ll be sure to shine for that next date night or special occasion. Remember, you’re brilliant already. These tips will just help the brilliance on the outside match the brilliance on the inside.

How to Create a Perfect Date Night Outfit With What You Already Own

One of the most common challenges my new clients face is creating outfits for special occasions or date night because they feel like they just don’t have enough options in their closet to choose from.

In fact, since Valentine’s Day just passed, it’s been a really hot topic right now in my brand new Live Your Life in S.T.Y.L.E. Membership Community.

Often, my clients will have plenty of “staples” in their closet when it comes to professional or business attire, but not so much if they’re headed to the theatre or that hot new restaurant with their special someone.

When I look in their closets, I usually identify the issue right away. Most of the time, there are plenty of things to wear, but they’re not seeing the possibilities because they have what I call a “separation of wardrobe.” It looks as if their professional attire is completely “divorced” from their special occasion attire.

Instead of a divorce, let’s make the items of your closet into a family.

If you have a business suit that you absolutely love, it’s very easy to turn it into the perfect date night outfit when you combine it with other items that compliment it. Simply adding a pin or brooch to the lapel of your suit jacket will completely change how it feels and looks on you.

Pair up your favorite sparkly shoes with that combination, and just like that you have the perfect foundation for a date night outfit.

Speaking of pairing things; you’d be amazed at how different that suit jacket looks when you simply swap out your “everyday” earrings with a pair that’s a little more sparkly and matches the pin or brooch you put on your jacket. I’ll be sharing more about accessories in a future post, but let this idea inspire your creativity!

Let the items work together. Repurpose things. Experiment. Play in your closet! This process is a lot of fun when you approach it with curiosity and a sense of play.

You don’t always need to go shopping in a store in order to have an amazing date night outfit. You can actually go shopping in your own closet every day. The first step though is to see everything in your closet as part of a family.

Look for ways that your existing pieces can play and work together that you might not have tried before. Set aside some time to mix and match, and even invite your girlfriends over for a fashion show.

Once you create that family atmosphere in your closet, you can focus your energy on showing up as your most brilliant self for that date or special occasion.

If you’d like more tips like these sent right to your inbox as we release them, be sure to subscribe to our email community here, and you’ll get notified right away!

Empowered S.T.Y.L.E. | February, 2017

Learn, Lead and Love Your Life!

In This Issue:

Through Liana’s Eyes
Image Therapy 101
Lianaism of the Month
Special Invitation
About Liana

Happy Valentines Month! Welcome to the February edition of the Empowered S.T.Y.L.E. Newsletter.

Please click below for a personal message and an invitation from me.

The Foundation of Image Therapy

Please click below for your Image Therapy 101 lesson for this month. In this edition, I’m sharing all about COLOR! There are millions of colors in the world. It’s important to notice the variety of colors. You are unique and your coloring is different than anyone else, so you can’t be put into a category. Learn more below.

This month’s action step: Stick to primary colors to begin learning color. Start paying attention to the distinctions of color. Play with color this month.

“If the outfit shows up before you do, please put it back.”

Color Your Way to Your Soulmate

Could stress be stopping you from manifesting your soulmate? Very possibly! Stress can be a major “love block” and one of the fastest cures for stressed out women is to rebuild their oxytocin levels. Oxytocin is the bonding hormone known as the “super glue of love!” and adult coloring, which is now sweeping the nation as the newest relaxing, creative and fun past time, builds oxytocin and reduces stress.

And you can color your way to your soulmate with my friend Arielle Ford’s newest bestseller, Inkspirations Love by Design: Coloring the Divine Path to Manifest Your Soulate.

This unique, transformational coloring book, blends Arielle’s celebrated step-by-step method for manifesting a soulmate with the romantic, original artwork of internationally acclaimed artist Manja Burton. Arielle has helped thousands of men and women around the world to meet and marry the love of their lives based on the ancient system of the Law of Attraction. The book provides step-by-step manifesting instructions combined with 32 coloring pages and love mandalas, that create the frequency of love in your life and allow you to realize your romantic destiny. Coloring is far more than a fun way to unwind—it’s also a potent path to discover the one who was meant for you. Get yours now!

Arielle is also offering a free “Color Your Way to Love” 30-minute manifesting instructional video at www.soulmatesecret.com/color.