Client Stories

Susan’s season confirmation and rating review

26th October 2022 by Fiona Mobbs 2 Comments

Initial colour analysis

Susan had been colour-analysed ten years ago as a “Spring”. She was very happy with this and had a wallet of her colour spectrum to help her shop for clothes, glasses frames, accessories like jewellery, bags and shoes, and makeup.

Stop The Clock!

The natural ageing process affects skin elasticity and shine, as well as hair colour. Sadly we can’t “Stop The Clock!”. Nowadays we are more aware of the changes our bodies experience, and there are specialist products for mid-life skin, as well as great hair dyes.

Susan’s story

Susan had decided, about five years ago, to embrace her natural grey as a “fact of life” and with the help of her supportive hairdresser grew the dye colour out over a couple of years.

This was all fine until someone made a comment which made Susan question whether she could still be a “Spring” with her more mature look, so she sought Fiona to answer the question.

What Fiona did

Fiona went to Susan’s home and spent time explaining how her eye colour hadn’t changed (beautiful clear blue eyes) and the natural pigmentation in her skin hadn’t changed. Fiona also explained that she sees different shades of grey in her clients, which she would describe as warm or cool. If Susan had been correctly analysed as a Spring, and Fiona had no reason to doubt that, then Susan’s natural grey would be a warm grey.

Fiona went through the “Spring” colours of her drapes and proved to Susan she was still a Spring and looked lovely in the warm and bright colours, but the way she may now look best was a slight tweak to the shades of her colours. Susan rocked the medium shades now, not the deepest ones of her palette.

Susan said she could see this, and that our time together had been very useful. Not only can she now be more confident with any new purchases, but as the time of year had changed, Susan had just got her autumn and winter clothes out. Fiona showed her what she had that currently worked in her work wardrobe, and together they identified a few key pieces that would give Susan a capsule wardrobe when she is on the lookout for something new. They spent time looking at combinations of colours as well, especially after Fiona explained the “colour wheel” and left Susan with a mini version to remind her of the discussion.

Whilst Fiona was there, she showed Susan how she could make some new outfits and how to use her scarves to make some wardrobe pieces work better.

Conclusion:

We should not need to change our palette (if we have been correctly analysed) as we age, but the way we wear it may change.
Further consultations with your image consultant are never wasted as there’s always more to learn.
Fiona gives confidence and excitement to getting your clothes and wardrobe the best for you, and she will be helping Susan look for new pieces when the time is right, now we are clear about Susan’s best colours.

If you would like to see how Fiona makes you love your clothes and look your best, please get in touch for your personal consultation. It will definitely be worth it. Call or message Fiona on 07469 246722.

Anne’s fantastic wedding outfit

21st July 2022 by Fiona Mobbs Leave a Comment

It’s always lovely when clients are happy with the results – and so kind of them to share a testimonial for me! Anne was struggling to find something she liked for her niece’s wedding and I was only too pleased to help. She kindly recorded the short video – link below – to explain how we worked together and how pleased she is with her outfit.

“Hello, my name’s Anne and I’m wearing the outfit that Fiona has helped me choose for my niece’s wedding.

It’s taken a little bit of time to work out my style and colours but this is the outfit and I’m absolutely thrilled.
I heard about Fiona in an interview on Radio Solent back in the spring and I got in touch. We did a colour session, where we identified my colours, which was fantastic. Then I went off on my own to select some things.

After two or three really expensive things that I bought and sent back, I decided to take Fiona up on her offer of a specific styling session to help me find an outfit. She came with twenty different outfits, all in my size and my colours, all of which I tried on. All the colours were great and this was one of them.

Fiona took a photograph of me in each outfit, from the front and the back, which is great as you can’t remember how each one looked.

I am absolutely thrilled that I have now got an outfit that I feel really good in. My sisters approve, which matters because it’s a family wedding; my husband approves, which is even better, and I can’t recommend Fiona highly enough. She’s a really good investment – don’t miss out!”

If I can help you with a similar wardrobe or shopping conundrum, please get in touch: 07469 246722

Shopping Made Easy: My experience in July 2022, by MB

20th July 2022 by Fiona Mobbs Leave a Comment

I was recommended to Fiona by someone I trusted, and she wasn’t wrong. My expectations were high but Fiona didn’t disappoint. I experienced Fiona’s ‘At Home Shopping’ service and this is how it went. From the beginning Fiona, listened to my input and that was important.

First contact

We had a Zoom call first, to establish if we were going to work together, what was required, how we would approach it and costs, so that I knew what to expect.

Preparation

Following that, Fiona came round (my request was to meet in person for a wardrobe review, rather than through Zoom) and spent a couple of hours discussing my wardrobe contents. I learned a bit about my “clothing personality” and why what I had suited me (such as styles of clothes, materials and patterns) and how things could be used differently (for example, using my shirts over other items as a less formal jacket). It was useful to get Fiona’s opinion on the colours in the wardrobe too, since I had been colour-analysed a few years ago but wasn’t quite sure if some of the clothes I already had were in the Summer palette or not. We had agreed some of my favourite pieces were on their final wears and needing replacements. Looking at what was going to stay and where the gaps were, we drew up the shopping list. I wanted to inject some more colour into my wardrobe so we discussed particular colours I would like (and not like) and how the purpose was to get some key workwear pieces, which was the reason for requesting Fiona’s help.

‘At Home Shopping’ (Part 1)

Two weeks later Fiona appeared again with so many bags it took two trips from the car! We had a lot to try on and discuss. It was a hot evening, but Fiona had prepared me for that, and even offered to bring a fan. I tried everything on, as Fiona had requested, and it was easy to eliminate a few things, decide to keep several things, and we had a couple of “maybe’s”. Working through the items some were liked but not exactly the right size, so Fiona offered to get the right size and have a look for some alternatives to some other pieces to meet the entire brief/shopping list and come back. (She explained that this was all part of the service and within the price already agreed.) She trusted me with the “maybe’s” so I didn’t feel under pressure to decide. Equally, though, I was trusting her to bring me what I wanted and needed, and it was going well.

By the way, some of the pieces were good prices for value (we had talked about budget), and I now had an expanded list of shops/brands to explore in future. Not only was Fiona considering colours, styles and fit, but also my values. We were on the same page when it came to eco, natural and ethical clothing. Although she did sneak in some materials that weren’t totally natural, she did convince me on the way in which they were produced. I was also keen to have clothing that felt soft as well as being comfortable and looking good, and Fiona explained how these “new” materials fitted those requirements.

‘At Home Shopping’ (Part 2)

A week later Fiona was back again with more clothes. Less to try on this time, but covering the brief fully now and all a great fit. Again, some more learning about different brands, colour combinations and future options for the coming autumn and winter season.

Summary

Fiona was keen to please, made me feel comfortable, and I was not under pressure to have anything. I ended up with some lovely new pieces that work together, that I never would have discovered on my own, and my wardrobe now sings to me. What joy. I can’t wait for the compliments I expect to get, and am much more of a confident shopper now, thanks to Fiona.

Fiona sends all the unwanted clothes back and I just pay her for those that I want (at the price she paid). She was also informing me of the prices as we went, in case that helped me to decide.

This was shopping made easy: a great investment, and to be recommended.

MB, July 2022

Fiona adds, if anyone else wants to have her help, please contact her on 07469 246722.

Emerging from lockdown with confidence and colour …

5th May 2021 by Fiona Mobbs Leave a Comment

This is the type of feedback I love! Helping someone roll back the years and emerge from lockdown with confidence. Just knowing what suits in terms of clothing and accessory colours can make such a difference.

“I had become jaded and fed up with my choice of clothes…. Following the imminent end of lock down I wanted to review what I had in my cupboard and transform it into a place which brought me joy!

The few hours we spent together were hugely informative and taught me all sorts of things about what suits me – some of which was quite unexpected.

I placed my first online order after (which Fiona checked for me – thank you) and yesterday received my new clothes. Apart from noting that the colours were 100% not what I would normally buy, I have to say that when I tried on the pieces, they were all stunning!

I took the opportunity to wear something I would never wear today as I had one of my first days back in the office. It made me feel more confident and I certainly feel that it helped me to look the age I would like to be 😊 thank you for all you have done – it so helped to take me out of the style rut I had been in which resulted in many clothes which did not actually suit me.

I look forward to exploring my new found colour sense!”

Thanks Christine for your lovely feedback, and for letting me share it. I look forward to helping you further in the future.

If you’re bored with your wardrobe and want to emerge from lockdown with confidence and flair – it’s time to invest three hours in yourself and contact me. It’ll be worth it. I promise!

Fiona

Your Colour & Style Consultant

07469 246722

Lovely feedback from a lovely client

22nd April 2021 by Fiona Mobbs Leave a Comment

Jennifer asked Fiona to help her choose her outfit from two she had bought, so she could attend a friend’s “lockdown” wedding. Jennifer’s friend found her this red dress (well done!!), and Jennifer wanted to wear a jacket. The other jacket she bought was navy, and would have hidden the advantages that red dress gave her, so Fiona suggested the pink jacket she had bought (which was also a better shape for her anyway). Jennifer said she would not have thought of that. Jennifer did bring out the navy in the dress, however, with bag and shoes: perfect.

Then, as it was a wedding, and Fiona knew Jennifer wasn’t used to wearing much make-up, she offered to help her brush up her routine, and added in a couple of newer colours (blusher and lipstick).

Jenny was very happy with the result, and that’s how Fiona likes her clients: very happy! So pleased to help.

What a delight! Carole needs bright!

13th October 2020 by Fiona Mobbs Leave a Comment

I met Carole earlier in 2020, when she'd just started her business as a 'Virtual Office Manager'. She seemed lovely (just the type of person who I'd love to work with). I kept meeting her at different events throughout the year. She saw one of my posts, which prompted a conversation about colour analysis, and you can read Carole's story about what happened from her perspective over on her website:

www.caaadmin.com/new-blog/colour-your-life-with-change

I was really delighted to help Carole examine her wardrobe in a new light. She now knows she needs light, 'warm' and bright colours to light her up and make her look younger and healthier. She's happier in her clothes too, and enjoying quite a lot of compliments from what she tells me! Funnily enough, she already had some great pieces in her wardrobe to work with, and can now be more confident to wear them.

What do you think?

Carole's "before" photo, wearing darker colours she now knows to avoid.

Carole's "after" photo: with blue and pink already in her wardrobe.

Carole wearing a black cardigan over a grey cami

Carole's colour analysis was conducted in September using the 'remote' process I devised during the Coronavirus 'lockdown' in March. My process is to post a goody bag of essentials to my client. When they receive it, a two hour Zoom call is set up. After that a one hour meeting is held at the client's home to finish off the process when allowed, and it can be safely conducted. The process includes information about the make-up and clothes you already own, and a wallet of 30 colours to represent your "season", if the process can be concluded this way. (I cannot guarantee it will work over the internet as there are some variables like lighting and screen colours. If I cannot be sure of the result I will tell you and we can make alternative arrangements, or you can have your money back.)

If you would be interested to find out how £150 investment in yourself can improve your life, please contact me on the number below. I look forward to your call or email!