Or, said another way, what makes a planner stylish?
I like this question so much, I think I’ll have a contest to get your feedback! Read on…
The thing about style is that it is subjective. Things that I place a high style quotient on may be the worst thing you’ve ever seen and vice versa. My definition of a stylish planner would be someone that is grace under pressure, appears fresh and put together for the duration of the event day. Anyone can be stylish at a planners luncheon or a new venue grand opening when all that is to be done is to mingle and imbibe. However, it is HARD to be stylish on the wedding/event day – all the very looong day! Can I get an AMEN?!
I have one terrific book to giveaway to the best comment posted in reply to this question. Aptly named, The Little Black Book of Style by Nina Garcia (of Project Runway).
Here’s the jacket description: Every time you dress, you assert your identity. With style, you tell the world your story. In that way, style affords you opportunities to think about your appearance as a quality of your creative character. The Little Black Book of Style helps you to explore your own fashion voice—the piece of you that joyously revels in the glamorous experience of creating your best self. From cultivating good taste to guarding against definite fashion faux pas, Nina Garcia offers readers the ultimate guide to follow when it comes to dressing their best. Including tips on how and when to wear an outfit, occasion-appropriate wear, advice on how to combine colors and textures, and inspiration on how to achieve your own signature look, you learn how to experiment, storyboard, archive, and play. Timeless and universal, this book seeks to remind women that eternal style is internal style, and that everyone has what it takes to discover themselves through the colorful palette that is fashion.
You’ll love this book for its function as your fashion and style encyclopedia. Also, it has some of the coolest artwork I’ve seen in a long time!
Share your thoughts until midnight on Wednesday, November 25th, 2009 and the best comment will receive the book delivered to your door by your friendly neighborhood postman. Think of it as a Christmas gift from me to you!
Inquiring minds want to know…what do you think makes a planner stylish?
Latrice - Bridal Opulence:
Style to me is all about how you feel once you put something on. {Honestly a person can make sweats & sneakers look good its all in the attitude of confidence once you put it on}
I have a very classic style however I choose to show my personality with my accessories. This goes for the day of events. I will typically start the day with wide leg slacks that I feel comfortable in slouching around & a tee shirt. However for the event, I do take about 20 minutes to freshen up, redo my hair & makeup. I always wear black to events either a dress or my staple monogrammed blazer but I add the pop of color with my accessories & typically they match the wedding color palette.
2009.Nov.20 4:55 pm
Valerie of Southern Fete:
Wow! Great question! Shlepping around decor, running in heels, sweating etc. while brides and bridesmaids are looking their best always makes me think “Oh my goodness! Look away. I’m hideous!”
For wedding days, I try to dress effortlessly and classic. I’m not trying to win any fashion awards, just look professional. A white button down and jeans and my boots (they give me a heel without being uncomfortable). Or in the deep South where summer weddings are scorching, I’ll wear a jersey cotton dress.
2009.Nov.20 1:02 pm
Meredith Wullkotte of Risque Boudoir:
So true! I recently started working with a professional stylist to provide all my clients with a professional pre-session fashion consultation. She is also on hand during all sessions and it makes such a difference in the way my girls feel in front of the camera! There’s a confidence that radiates when the woman inside you matches who people see on the outside! Every piece you chose to wear (or not wear) says something about you!
2009.Nov.20 10:13 am
Andria of Andria Lewis Events:
Truer words have never been spoken. It is really important to me to appear as polished as possible on wedding day. But, when you are lifting 100lb boxes and your Blackberry is going off every 5 minutes that becomes difficult. I hope I win the contest so I can learn a few tips and tricks from the book.
2009.Nov.20 6:29 am