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Sunday, February 6, 2011
Style Junkie: The outer you
Style Junkie: The outer you
By ORI J. LENKINSKI
02/05/2011 09:46
Local version of the BBC’s infamous "Trinny and Susannah" live in Ra’anana, and they will happy to help develop your own style.
JPost.comLife Style
Photo by: Courtesy Style Junkie: The outer you
By ORI J. LENKINSKI
02/05/2011 09:46
Local version of the BBC’s infamous "Trinny and Susannah" live in Ra’anana, and they will happy to help develop your own style.
How long does it take you to choose what you are going to wear every day? Do you stand in front of the closet staring blankly at the mess of colors, or do you know exactly in which direction to send your hand? How often do the words “I have nothing to wear” pass through your mind or cross your lips? For many people, the simple act of clothing themselves, a ritual we all practice every single day, can be frustrating if not impossible.
It is exactly this challenging moment that stylists Sarah Freund and Sherri Goldsmith aim to ease. The two founders of the Ra’anana based Individual Style believe that understanding and organization are the keys to conquering your closet.
The duo started their personal consultations six months ago, mainly with members of their community. Though the term stylist is usually comes hand-in-hand with the name of a fabulous celebrity or glamorous fashion magazine, Individual Style believes that everyday women can benefit from a little assistance in the dressing department. “We are stylists for the people,” declared Goldsmith in a recent interview with The Jerusalem Post.
The Individual Style service includes a full closet consultation, during which the client tries on their entire wardrobe for evaluation, shopping assistance (they’ll even teach you how to shop effectively online), and a total gut renovation of the client’s hangers and shelves.Seated side by side at Café Michal on Rehov Dizengoff in Tel Aviv, Freund and Goldsmith marveled at life in the big city and clearly outlined their current activities, plans for the future, likes and dislikes and thoughts on Israeli fashion.
“Israel has become so sophisticated, but in fashion we fall short here. And when I say fashion, I mean style. Fashion is what someone is dictating is in: the must have items, while someone with style knows how to take what’s in and incorporate it into who they are, what they do, where they live and what works for them,” Freund continued. “Trends are fashion, style is what you make of them, about using trends to make an identity. For example, camel is a really big color right now. I personally look awful in it. If I take camel and wear it, that would be foolish, and that’s where I see the distinct line between fashion and style.”
“Fashion comes from the outside,” added Goldsmith, whose forte is mixing high-end labels with less expensive basics. “If you have style, you can take or leave fashion. Style comes from within.”
Freund and Goldsmith both hail from the sophisticated streets of New York. Freund made aliya 16 years ago with her husband. At the time, only one of her five children had been born: her youngest is 11 years old. Goldsmith is much newer to the Holy Land, having immigrated three years ago with her husband and four kids.
Being the mother of teenage girls opened Goldsmith’s eyes to age-appropriate clothing, she explained. “I don’t want my kids to be borrowing my clothes. I need to set a good example of style for my kids and that means not looking like I’m trying to dress like them. Of course, I want to look young and hip, but you have to know where to draw the line. That is a big part of what we do,” she said.
“We have styled teenagers in the past.
You wouldn’t believe how happy their mothers are to let us do the shopping for them, just to avoid those horrible fights in the stores about what’s appropriate and what isn’t,” Goldsmith went on.
Of course shopping is a major problem for many women, whether they hate it or can’t get enough of it. Freund and Goldsmith believe that having a well-organized closet full of multi-functional items can free even the biggest shopoholic from stalking the stores. “After we work with people, they often feel that they can free themselves from shopping,” said Goldsmith. “When our clients open their closet, they feel like they have something that looks great, that fits great, that they can feel confident wearing.”
Individual Style’s philosophy is very simple: You, only better. They don’t strive to change their client; their goal is to bring out the best in each woman they work with. Their beautiful website is chock-ablock with tips to help minimize the clutter such as “get rid of anything that doesn’t fit well” and a short list of must-haves for each season.
As one customer testified after a successful shopping appointment with Freund, “Sarah took me to all the right stores and almost immediately picked up on my personal taste. She has a great eye.”
Individual Style can be reached via the website: www.isyouonlybetter.com. Their consultations run from 400 NIS per hour with special rates for groups. They also offer wedding consultations.
By ORI J. LENKINSKI
02/05/2011 09:46
Local version of the BBC’s infamous "Trinny and Susannah" live in Ra’anana, and they will happy to help develop your own style.
JPost.comLife Style
Photo by: Courtesy Style Junkie: The outer you
By ORI J. LENKINSKI
02/05/2011 09:46
Local version of the BBC’s infamous "Trinny and Susannah" live in Ra’anana, and they will happy to help develop your own style.
How long does it take you to choose what you are going to wear every day? Do you stand in front of the closet staring blankly at the mess of colors, or do you know exactly in which direction to send your hand? How often do the words “I have nothing to wear” pass through your mind or cross your lips? For many people, the simple act of clothing themselves, a ritual we all practice every single day, can be frustrating if not impossible.
It is exactly this challenging moment that stylists Sarah Freund and Sherri Goldsmith aim to ease. The two founders of the Ra’anana based Individual Style believe that understanding and organization are the keys to conquering your closet.
The duo started their personal consultations six months ago, mainly with members of their community. Though the term stylist is usually comes hand-in-hand with the name of a fabulous celebrity or glamorous fashion magazine, Individual Style believes that everyday women can benefit from a little assistance in the dressing department. “We are stylists for the people,” declared Goldsmith in a recent interview with The Jerusalem Post.
The Individual Style service includes a full closet consultation, during which the client tries on their entire wardrobe for evaluation, shopping assistance (they’ll even teach you how to shop effectively online), and a total gut renovation of the client’s hangers and shelves.Seated side by side at Café Michal on Rehov Dizengoff in Tel Aviv, Freund and Goldsmith marveled at life in the big city and clearly outlined their current activities, plans for the future, likes and dislikes and thoughts on Israeli fashion.
“Israel has become so sophisticated, but in fashion we fall short here. And when I say fashion, I mean style. Fashion is what someone is dictating is in: the must have items, while someone with style knows how to take what’s in and incorporate it into who they are, what they do, where they live and what works for them,” Freund continued. “Trends are fashion, style is what you make of them, about using trends to make an identity. For example, camel is a really big color right now. I personally look awful in it. If I take camel and wear it, that would be foolish, and that’s where I see the distinct line between fashion and style.”
“Fashion comes from the outside,” added Goldsmith, whose forte is mixing high-end labels with less expensive basics. “If you have style, you can take or leave fashion. Style comes from within.”
Freund and Goldsmith both hail from the sophisticated streets of New York. Freund made aliya 16 years ago with her husband. At the time, only one of her five children had been born: her youngest is 11 years old. Goldsmith is much newer to the Holy Land, having immigrated three years ago with her husband and four kids.
Being the mother of teenage girls opened Goldsmith’s eyes to age-appropriate clothing, she explained. “I don’t want my kids to be borrowing my clothes. I need to set a good example of style for my kids and that means not looking like I’m trying to dress like them. Of course, I want to look young and hip, but you have to know where to draw the line. That is a big part of what we do,” she said.
“We have styled teenagers in the past.
You wouldn’t believe how happy their mothers are to let us do the shopping for them, just to avoid those horrible fights in the stores about what’s appropriate and what isn’t,” Goldsmith went on.
Of course shopping is a major problem for many women, whether they hate it or can’t get enough of it. Freund and Goldsmith believe that having a well-organized closet full of multi-functional items can free even the biggest shopoholic from stalking the stores. “After we work with people, they often feel that they can free themselves from shopping,” said Goldsmith. “When our clients open their closet, they feel like they have something that looks great, that fits great, that they can feel confident wearing.”
Individual Style’s philosophy is very simple: You, only better. They don’t strive to change their client; their goal is to bring out the best in each woman they work with. Their beautiful website is chock-ablock with tips to help minimize the clutter such as “get rid of anything that doesn’t fit well” and a short list of must-haves for each season.
As one customer testified after a successful shopping appointment with Freund, “Sarah took me to all the right stores and almost immediately picked up on my personal taste. She has a great eye.”
Individual Style can be reached via the website: www.isyouonlybetter.com. Their consultations run from 400 NIS per hour with special rates for groups. They also offer wedding consultations.
Monday, September 27, 2010
Finding The Best Jeans for You
Jeans are just one of those items that no matter how many we own we are always searching for just the right pair. Here is a great link that can help you out....
http://www.shine.yahoo.com/event/fallstyle/how-to-find-your-body-s-best-jeans-2389813/#photoViewer=1
http://www.shine.yahoo.com/event/fallstyle/how-to-find-your-body-s-best-jeans-2389813/#photoViewer=1
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
You Can Bring The Shops To Israel, BUT........
Israel is quickly adopting the mall culture of the USA. Wherever you turn, there are small, charming malls as well as large mega ones that are developing in major cities and in small towns. It does make sense that indoor shopping centers are sprouting up, as they provide great protection from the outdoor elements and, generally speaking, parking is easy.
I find Mall shopping is usually void of flavor and interest, with every center having the same stores and every store the same selection. You feel that if you have been to one you have been to them all. But with that said, there has been a perk… many major retailers are finally making their way over here. From high-end labels such as Ann Fontaine (known for their great white shirts) to more commonly-known chains such as H & M and The Gap.
But on recent outings to find gifts in various malls, such as the new Mamilla mall, the G-mall in Kfar Saba and the newly-renovated Arena mall at the Marina in Herzliya Pituach, I could not help but notice that even while shopping has gotten better in Israel and people are spending more, many Israelis just do not know how to dress.
France and Italy are examples where style is a part of the culture and fashion is inbred from the moment you are born. IT IS NOT ABOUT SPENDING A LOT OF MONEY - it is about knowing what works for you and finding your inner self and exposing it through clothing to the world.
Yes, things are changing, there is a light, I hope, at the end of the tunnel. But apparently, for now at least, you can bring the shops to Israelis but you cannot change their dress.
I find Mall shopping is usually void of flavor and interest, with every center having the same stores and every store the same selection. You feel that if you have been to one you have been to them all. But with that said, there has been a perk… many major retailers are finally making their way over here. From high-end labels such as Ann Fontaine (known for their great white shirts) to more commonly-known chains such as H & M and The Gap.
But on recent outings to find gifts in various malls, such as the new Mamilla mall, the G-mall in Kfar Saba and the newly-renovated Arena mall at the Marina in Herzliya Pituach, I could not help but notice that even while shopping has gotten better in Israel and people are spending more, many Israelis just do not know how to dress.
France and Italy are examples where style is a part of the culture and fashion is inbred from the moment you are born. IT IS NOT ABOUT SPENDING A LOT OF MONEY - it is about knowing what works for you and finding your inner self and exposing it through clothing to the world.
Yes, things are changing, there is a light, I hope, at the end of the tunnel. But apparently, for now at least, you can bring the shops to Israelis but you cannot change their dress.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
A New Year... So, What do You Wear?
With the arrival of Rosh Hashana, many people are busy thinking about the magnitude of the holidays that are upon us. They are looking for ways in which they can better themselves, both on a human level and on a spiritual level. But to be honest with you - and myself - the main thoughts running through my head are: what to cook and more importantly what to wear! Yes, these are not the holiest of thoughts, but it is the truth.
I have many fond memories of the HOLIDAYS as a child, the food, the table, feeling excited to hear the shofar… but the strongest memory is of pulling out my brand new “Shabbat” clothes and wearing them to shul for the very first time and feeling glorious.
Now that I have been living here in Israel and the weather is usually warm (especially this year) during the Chagim,I only get to admire the new fall collection hanging in my closet. There are some people out there that no matter what the weather is outside, they must put on their new purchases for all to see. They may be sweating under the collar and feel the beads of sweat dripping down their backs, but they feel (as I did too) that for great fashion it is a worthy price to pay.
Today, I realize that they are, as I was, just plain dumb!!! I have learned that when it is hot out - dress for the heat.
So if you are like me and have already bought a thing or two (or more) for the fall and are anxious to wear them….as it is customary to wear something new on Rosh Hashanah (as a sign of a fresh start), here are a few items and ways to get some use out of your new clothes and still look right.
1. New shoes: got to love shoes... high-heeled, platform or lady-like kitten heels are all the craze and they can make you feel like fall is in the air without feeling hot…. Do wait awhile to bring out the boots or booties!
2. Accessories: bracelets, necklaces, earrings - there is a wide variety out for the fall/winter and adding them can make something old feel new again
3. Belt: now that the weather is more bearable having a belt around your waist looks and feels great
4. White shirt: there is nothing like a crisp new white shirt to make you look and feel fresh
Yes, winter clothes are in the stores…. fashion is always one step ahead. But as long as temperatures are still high, be smart and look great without being a fashion victim
HAVE A HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR
Today, I realize that they are, as I was, just plain dumb!!! I have learned that when it is hot out - dress for the heat.
So if you are like me and have already bought a thing or two (or more) for the fall and are anxious to wear them….as it is customary to wear something new on Rosh Hashanah (as a sign of a fresh start), here are a few items and ways to get some use out of your new clothes and still look right.
1. New shoes: got to love shoes... high-heeled, platform or lady-like kitten heels are all the craze and they can make you feel like fall is in the air without feeling hot…. Do wait awhile to bring out the boots or booties!
2. Accessories: bracelets, necklaces, earrings - there is a wide variety out for the fall/winter and adding them can make something old feel new again
3. Belt: now that the weather is more bearable having a belt around your waist looks and feels great
4. White shirt: there is nothing like a crisp new white shirt to make you look and feel fresh
Yes, winter clothes are in the stores…. fashion is always one step ahead. But as long as temperatures are still high, be smart and look great without being a fashion victim
HAVE A HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR
Friday, June 11, 2010
Shoplifters Event II
Another SHOPLIFTERS event..... happy shopping
מצורפת עבורך הזמנה לאירוע האופנה הקרוב של SHOPLIFTERS , ענת ניצן וגילת.
מכירת קולקציות קיץ של מעצבים מובילים מהארץ ומחו"ל.
הפעם בחרנו ליצור אירוע בעל קונספט אוריינטאלי וקראנו לו SALON BOMBAY :
את המסע הקטן שלנו ברכבת האוריינט אקספרס נערוך בלוקיישן ייחודי ברחוב אבישי 12 בשכונת צהלה, ת"א.
התאריכים: 17-19 לחודש יוני. (שעות הפתיחה מצויינות בהזמנה המצורפת.)
את מוזמנת לחוויית קנייה חד פעמית, אותנטית, אפופת קסם ומיסתורין מעולמות רחוקים שטופי צבע ומורשת, אשר מתמזגים בסביבה מודרנית ויוצרים אסתטיקה עיצובית חדשה.
את האירוע נערוך בשיתוף פעולה עם כמה גורמים:
'וילה מרוק'- אשר תלביש את האירוע בריהוט אוריינטאלי מסוגנן אשר יוצע למכירה באירוע.
'גלריית UMA '- הגלריה היפהפיה מיפו תציע למכירה פריטים וחפצי אמנות לבית אשר קורמים עור וגידים באירוע.
לראשונה יתארחו אצלנו זוג הצורפים שי ועדי לחובר שיציעו עד 30% הנחה על קולקציית התכשיטים.
בנוסף, בעקבות הביקוש הרב, הפעם נציע קולקציית גברים שלוקטה במיוחד עבור האירוע בשיתוף פעולה עם BRAVO כך ששווה יהיה לשכוח לרגע מהמונדיאל :-)
כמכותב/ת שלנו,ניתנת לך אפשרות להגיע ל-V.I.P , יום לפני כולם, ביום רביעי, ה-16 ליוני החל מהשעה 14:00 (בתיאום מראש).
לפרטים נוספים או לתיאום הגעה ביום רביעי ניתן ליצור איתנו קשר בטלפון 054-6679799 054-6679799
נשמח לראותך,
ענת, ניצן וגילת
SHOPLIFTERS
--
Anat Tal
SHOPLIFTERS
972-54-6679799
מצורפת עבורך הזמנה לאירוע האופנה הקרוב של SHOPLIFTERS , ענת ניצן וגילת.
מכירת קולקציות קיץ של מעצבים מובילים מהארץ ומחו"ל.
הפעם בחרנו ליצור אירוע בעל קונספט אוריינטאלי וקראנו לו SALON BOMBAY :
את המסע הקטן שלנו ברכבת האוריינט אקספרס נערוך בלוקיישן ייחודי ברחוב אבישי 12 בשכונת צהלה, ת"א.
התאריכים: 17-19 לחודש יוני. (שעות הפתיחה מצויינות בהזמנה המצורפת.)
את מוזמנת לחוויית קנייה חד פעמית, אותנטית, אפופת קסם ומיסתורין מעולמות רחוקים שטופי צבע ומורשת, אשר מתמזגים בסביבה מודרנית ויוצרים אסתטיקה עיצובית חדשה.
את האירוע נערוך בשיתוף פעולה עם כמה גורמים:
'וילה מרוק'- אשר תלביש את האירוע בריהוט אוריינטאלי מסוגנן אשר יוצע למכירה באירוע.
'גלריית UMA '- הגלריה היפהפיה מיפו תציע למכירה פריטים וחפצי אמנות לבית אשר קורמים עור וגידים באירוע.
לראשונה יתארחו אצלנו זוג הצורפים שי ועדי לחובר שיציעו עד 30% הנחה על קולקציית התכשיטים.
בנוסף, בעקבות הביקוש הרב, הפעם נציע קולקציית גברים שלוקטה במיוחד עבור האירוע בשיתוף פעולה עם BRAVO כך ששווה יהיה לשכוח לרגע מהמונדיאל :-)
כמכותב/ת שלנו,ניתנת לך אפשרות להגיע ל-V.I.P , יום לפני כולם, ביום רביעי, ה-16 ליוני החל מהשעה 14:00 (בתיאום מראש).
לפרטים נוספים או לתיאום הגעה ביום רביעי ניתן ליצור איתנו קשר בטלפון 054-6679799 054-6679799
נשמח לראותך,
ענת, ניצן וגילת
SHOPLIFTERS
--
Anat Tal
SHOPLIFTERS
972-54-6679799
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