Introducing the "Style Round Table"

“The Style Round Table”

What every women wants to know to look and feel good everyday!

The Style Round Table is an exciting, interactive hour for women just like you. We’ll meet to discuss your fashion concerns and answer your most pressing image-related questions. You're invited to attend

“The Style Round Table"

Thursday, September 10th

10:00 am to 11:00 am

986 Bristol Drive

Deerfield, Illinois 60015

Call today to reserve your place!

847-867-7203

Emerging Trends for Fall

Fall Forecast:

My Top Ten Trends for 2009

Today’s savvy fashionista is looking for value and investment potential when assembling her wardrobe. Luckily, that shouldn't be hard to accomplish this season, as long as you don’t get too carried away by all the beautiful embellishments and bright colors that are central to this fall’s collections. If you’ve made some smart purchases over the last few seasons then you’ll be able to add a few key pieces and look totally up-to-date this fall without breaking the bank. Dresses, tunics, cardigans, leggings, and all styles of boots are some of the important continuing trends. Following are my “top ten” new trends for the fall 2009. Read more

1. Color: Anything in neon, red or camel will be a sure thing. Go bold and try a jacket, coat, purse or shoes in an eye-catching neon hue. Energetic red also emerges as a strong color contender this fall, a trend that likely has its roots in Michelle Obama’s inaugural red dress! Understated, elegant, and classic, camel may be the sartorial symbol of this recession.
2. From ballet flats to platforms, no matter what height heel you prefer to sport this season, it’s all about embellishments: jewels, studs, bows, lace and anything in suede will be huge.
3. For that all important accessory, the handbag, look for classic shapes with embellishments galore or neon colors, along with chain details. Patterned hosiery, textured tights and colored opaque hose will help complete any look.
4. Belts are bigger than ever, and it’s a “cinch” to follow this trend. Take any of your favorite wardrobe items, such as a trench coat, classic dress, cardigan or tunic and simply add your favorite belt.
5. Leggings will look up-to-date paired with a cozy boyfriend cardigan, tunic or dress with ballet flats or booties.
6. Graphic prints will be everywhere; going bold just got bigger!
7. Puffy sleeves, rouching, and bubble skirts -- elements from the eighties – prove once again that in fashion, that what goes around comes around.
8. Classic dresses in bright bold tones and graphic prints will draw attention to you for all the right reasons!
9. Sheer tops and blouses that demurely reveal lingerie details or bold bustiers will leave nothing to the imagination.
10. Finally look for fringe or fur; touches of either of these sensual elements will help you feel extra special this fall.

Classes for the whole family this Spring!

Take a look at the classes IMAGE Inside & Out is offering this Spring at Deerfield Park District's Jewett Center. New exciting classes for you and your family. Starting in March the whole family can join in on the fun for fall!

You’ve Got Manners!

Polly Politely and Milton Manners will take your kids on a table manners adventure with table tips from A to Z. Based on Louise Elerding’s award-winning book, "You’ve Got Manners!", the course is a fun and easy way for children to learn everything they need to know about napkin and utensil use, social introductions, polite good-byes, and more. Course includes: Certificate, personalized dining napkin and Louise Elerding’s book, “You’ve Got Manners!” Ages: 6-12; Four 45-minute weekly sessions

You've Got Manners is Tuesdays from 4:-4:45pm Dates TBD

Call Deerfield Park District at: 847-945-0650 class#152509

Etiquette for the 7th grade child

Manners for the Bar/Bat Mitzvah aged child
A special class designed to help “tweens” successfully negotiate all types of personal and social situations and occasions. The course will cover topics such as table manners, proper attire and grooming, party etiquette, nonverbal communication (i.e., body language), proper introductions, invitations and RSVPs, proper thank you’s, and polite hellos and goodbyes. Course Includes: Personalized dining napkin and organizer/folder for Bar/Bat Mitzvah calendar year. Ages 12-13

Manners for the 7th grade child is Tuesdays from 5-5:45pm Dates TBD

Call Deerfield Park District at: 847-945-0650 class# 152509

Image On

A fashion-forward, confidence-building program for teens
Image-On is designed to teach teenage girls everything they need to know to look and feel their best each day. Topics covered include diet and exercise, skincare, hair and makeup techniques, etiquette, closet analysis, wardrobe building, body image, clothing personalities, financial basics and how to dress and present yourself for a job interview. Each participant will receive a personalized style album to document her journey of self-discovery, along with a seasonal color palette, a skincare system and basic make-up kit. Ages: 14-17

Image On is Wednesday from 6-8:00pm Dates TBD

Call Deerfield Park District at: 847-945-0650 class#152509

Style Round Table

I am excited to introduce the "Style Round Table" --a small, intimate group of women just like you that will meet to discuss your image, fashion and style concerns and questions. Of course, we all want to look and feel good about ourselves, and whether we like it our not, our image can have a direct effect on those around us and can even make or break our professional and social success.
The Style Round Table will be led by Image-Style Consultant Gwen Rich. The goal of the Round Table is to discuss your concerns about fashion and style and to learn and what topics you’d like to hear more about in future monthly workshops held here at IMAGE Inside & Out. This is your opportunity to have a direct impact on future topics offered by IMAGE Inside & Out.
I look forward to having you participate in my Style Round Table.
Please join me as we venture toward a Better You in 2009. Please respond if you would be interested in this workshop? If so, let me know what day and time is good for your schedule?

I look forward to hearing from you and your friends.

Thanks,

Gwen Rich AICI FLC

Image-Style Consultant

IMAGE Inside & Out

847-867-7203

gwen.rich@comcast.net

http://www.imagebygwen.com/

Mineral Foundation Takes Centerstage

Summer is finally here and it's hot, hot, hot!

What tricks do you have hiding in your cosmetic bag to help you "Beat the Heat" this summer? My first choice pick for keeping your cool this season is an all-natural mineral foundation. Foundation is the go-to product for achieving a fresh, polished, younger-looking complexion, and it's a must for everyone, not just for those of you heading off to the office this summer. Think of it as the little blue dress (LBD) of your makeup collection. Just as the LBD is a staple in your wardrobe, foundation should be a staple in your makeup drawer. The new mineral foundations have many advantages over more traditional liquid or solid foundations. read more....

Mineral foundations are:

*All natural, with no perfumes, alcohol or preservatives that could potentially irritate the skin.

*Preferred by dermatologist because they allow skin to breath; mineral foundation will never clog your pores.

*Anti-aging because they contain natural sunscreens that protect the skin from the sun's damaging rays.

*Formulated to work uniquely with each individuals skin type and tone.

Mineral foundations are now available in both a loose or pressed powder form. Take care of any concealer issues, such as broken capillaries, under eye circles or blemishes, then apply your mineral foundation with a brush for light or medium coverage, or apply the mineral foundation with a wet sponge for heavier coverage.

Your Summer Must List!

My second must have pick for you this season is mascara. Mascara instantly opens up the eyes and is the perfect picker- upper if lack of beauty sleep is an issue. It should definitely be a staple in your cosmetic drawer. Cosmetic companies have capitalized on the appeal of mascara by introducing all sorts of innovations, each claiming to produce longer, thicker, plumper and more voluminous lashes. I am going to simplify things by suggesting that all you really need this summer is waterproof mascara. read more...Waterproof mascara is a must for a clean, fresh face with absolutely no risk of messy mascara stains under your eyes. Today’s waterproof mascaras have built- in conditioners that make them much healthier for your lashes than waterproof mascaras of seasons past. UBU’s waterproof mascara conditions and lengthens with no drying effect, and none of the build-up that could make your lashes dry and brittle from overuse. Waterproof mascaras are great if you’re at the beach or the pool, for battling summer’s high humidity, or, dare I mention, for counter acting the effects of a hot flash! Waterproof eye pencils are a must too; don't use one without the other. No worries, apply your waterproof mascara and eye pencil in the morning and you’ll be good to go all day.

The Dove Real Beauty Workshops

I'd like to take this opportunity to introduce to you "The Dove Real Beauty Workshops for Girls". Starting this fall 2009 I'll begin facilitating these fun, educational and interactive sessions for young girls ages 8-17. These workshops are complimentary and will explore "ideal" images of beauty and how we encourage young girls and women everywhere to embrace a more positive image of themselves. We will also engage young girls in a healthy dialogue about self- esteem.

I am excited about starting this initiative that educates and inspires young girls to embrace a wider definition of beauty.

Please contact me for more information and details or if you are interested in having a workshop for your group or organization.

Sincerely,

Gwen Rich AICI FLC

Image-Style Consultant

IMAGE Inside & Out

847-867-7203