The Style Expert

Gino Velardi , a Denver native and self taught fashion designer, is hosting his first fashion show since suffering a stroke in 2006.  The event will be held Friday, November 13 at Invesco Field.  The fashion show will benefit Dress for Success Denver, a nonprofit organization promoting the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing them with  professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools necessary to be successful in work and in life.   www.dressforsuccess.org

Velardi’s show will showcase  his  flavorful style which  features high-end clothing created with  luxurious fabrics and elegant designs. Gino has created a niche by providing custom order designs for his clients.  Most requested are his  gorgeous evening gowns, flirty cocktail dresses, stylish suits, coats, and one-of-a-kind wedding gowns. Velardi  has the invaluable gift of being able to focus on a woman’s body, interpret her unique style and create  individualized  masterpieces.

Gino is the winner of the Fashion Group International 2007 Rising Star Award.  His  much anticipated fashion show will feature 100 designs – cocktail dresses, gowns, suits and coats,  152’ Runway, 25 models, and  8 photographers.  Ticket includes reception, fashion show and after party. Tickets may be  purchased at: www.ginovelardi.com

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Great Style Begins With Ten Timeless and Effortless Pieces Every Woman’s Wardrobe Should Include.

Fall-cleaning, or was that Spring-cleaning, the time to clear out the closet clutter, go back to the basics and make room for a few of the season’s latest trends?  With all this talk of “Change,” I think my closet needs a “Change,” an update, and certainly a cleaning. As an image consultant, I clean, organize and prioritize women’s wardrobes.  With emotions put on the back-burner, I efficiently edit my client’s closets so they can effortlessly dress themselves with style.  Why is this procedure more difficult when I try to edit my own closet?  ”It is simple,” I say over and over, “back to the basics.”  What I have learned is investment dressing, investing in quality and timeless pieces that you will continually wear, saves both time and money in the long run.  Regardless of the fads in fashion, true style is enduring.  With that in mind, I go back to the staples and the ten timeless pieces every woman should own:

1.  The Little Black Dress

2.  The White Shirt

3.  The Cashmere Sweater

4.  The Suit

5.  The Trench Coat 

6.  Black Pumps

7.  The Clutch

8.  A Tote Bag

9.  Diamond Stud Earrings

10. The Pearl Choker

Simplify your wardrobe as you change for the season, but keep the classics.  You will be happy you did.

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