How to Enhance Your Image
Certain people stand out from the crowd. Tom Wolf, for example, in his signature white suit.
According to Wolfe he initially wore it to ruffle feathers. When he saw how it raised eyebrows, he liked the attention and continued
dressing in white until it became his trademark.
Wolf acted as his own advisor. Others have hired advisors for objective feedback, including many celebrities, artists, and politicians.
Wrestler and singer Mickie James (pictured below) hired an image consultant to help transition from wrestling to a singing career.
Jeff Koons, the artist everyone is comparing with Andy Warhol, made a major effort to sculpt his image. Even though he is a major artist, he hired an image consultant for this job. The hired advisor worked on developing a look for Koons so that he would stand out from the crowd. Has this effort paid off? You be the judge. One of his recent sculptures sold for $23.6 million (a record for a living artist at the time) and another sold recently for $25.7 million.
Your physical Self is what people see when you walk into a room. And only you control that. It is also what stays in their mind after you leave.
An advisor begins with a first impression analysis. Next, he determines whether you have high, medium, or low contrast. Finally, a wardrobe analysis completes the picture. These three tests help the analyst understand what works for you. In a nutshell, the advisor will:
- analyze your color and contrast
- discuss the pros and cons of your present wardrobe
- examine your style, that is, the overall impression you make
- suggest ways to build on your strengths and minimize any weak areas
In short, your analyst will ensure that you have the edge in creating a look that will take you to the heights of your career.
Male Makeover
It's a common misconception that men don't occasionally need a makeover. This misunderstanding arises from the perception that only women are concerned with their looks. In fact, a man's physical presence goes a long way toward shaping what others think about him.
Today the kind of advice we offer isn't a luxury, it's almost a necessity. At work and at play, men are under close scrutiny. They might not even know what the criteria are for judging them. But we do. We know, for example, that the cut of your suit, the style of your tie, and the length of your hair are all factors that are working either for or against you. If you're not aware of the right choices, then it is possible that some of these factors are working powerfully against you—without your even being aware of it. Don't let that happen to you. At Manhattan Makeovers we offer practical suggestions that have been carefully tested. Why deny yourself the advantage that successful politicians, performers, and businesspeople have enjoyed? You might be surprised to know which of your competitors or friends is already using the services of an image consultant. The bottom line is that we can provide you with a number of scientifically developed strategies to expand your horizons and help you reach your full potential.
The Marcia Clark Look
Professional. Polished. Stylish.
Well, that's how Marcia Clark thought she looked when she was prosecuting O.J. Simpson. She didn't think she looked like a woman from a bygone age.
Then along came her team of advisors. She responded to suggestions that she soften her look. She talked with mock jurors who gave her invaluable feedback, the kind of feedback we give our clients.
In the blink of an eye she was wearing lighter colors and more jewelry. Even her demeanor changed. No longer was she the cold robotic personality she had been. Now she joked and chatted with reporters. She changed her image completely.
If you're a woman who wishes to have the right presence for a particular field, there's no better decision you can make than to hire an objective advisor. Like the mock jurors who helped Marcia Clark, your advisor will tell you whether your clothes are effective, whether your accessories are appropriate, and even whether your demeanor might be turning people off.
Transform Yourself
George Cukor's My Fair Lady illustrates how eminently possible it is to change yourself for the better. Not only does Eliza Doolittle transform her voice, she also improves her wardrobe and learns proper etiquette. The aristocracy embraces her as one of their own.
The same blunders that held Eliza back prevent the average man and woman from reaching their full potential. At Manhattan Makeovers we are your Henry Higgins. Frankly, I can't see why everybody doesn't take advantage of this service.
We encourage you to contact us to learn more about our image consulting services.
(Photo: Audrey Hepburn and Rex Harrison as Eliza Doolittle and Professor Henry Higgins)
