Every styling session begins with a discovery phase. It is during this discovery process that my many years of training in design is put to good use. My well-honed skills from working in film and television as a designer and my visual merchandising and styling experience is my superpower in knowing colour and style and how to help people visually express themselves through their clothing. As soon as I meet someone, whether I want to or not, I immediately get an intrinsic sense of how to help them rock their style on their terms.
Whilst I have spent many years in the design world mastering my craft, much of my inspiration comes from my background in film. Film is an audio visual experience and as a set designer being able to make people feel something through a screen – to feel empathy and connection with a character is integral. This is created by the use of space, colour, texture and shape. Similar can be said for fashion.
One of the films that has stayed with me visually is “In the mood for love” by Wong KarWai. It is a visually sumptuous film with an amazing soundtrack and music score.
One of the main characters, Maggie Cheung Man-yuk, wears a different “cheongsam.”(Chinese dress) in different scenes. Each outfit combined with the soundtrack, cinematography and editing creates a beautiful evocative feel in each scene.
The film has little to no dialogue but it works purely through a visual and aural feast.
The still image from the film (seen in the image above left) hangs framed in my bedroom. I added a few props in the foreground which I then used for a concept design for an interior design project. Later in my career as a fashion stylist the movie was my muse again for an Asian inspired outfit (seen in the image above right).
Have you ever used a film as an inspiration for your wardrobe? If you fancy giving this a whirl then our styling packages can be tailored to deliver this.
My styling packages are for everyone, but I allow for a little more support based on your individual needs. My discovery session which is free (link to session) covers off all things from your lifestyle needs and passions and everything in between.
Book a Free 15 Minute Discovery Session today for an opportunity to discuss how we can help you ‘Rock your Style!’