Anyone try 'Dressing your truth'

Rosie

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I've never heard of it before. Could be interesting but I never fit into any "type."

13 years ago

biscuitsmom

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There is a lot of free info on the website if you want to take a look...

13 years ago

Maya

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I'm not so sure about this. First of all it's kind of ridiculous that their "before and after" pictures are all taken from the shoulders up. How does that help? But from what little I see, the outfits aren't so fab. I mean, they're not bad but they're not great either. Maybe my standards are high after being on YLF for so long! Even Carol herself is a little underwhelming. The hair and makeup services seemed neat until I actually read all of the hoops you need to jump through in order to "qualify" for one. Now I just feel cynical, like it's all a grand, gimmicky money-making scheme.

What I like about YLF is that it embraces all body types, sizes, and age groups but doesn't box everyone into a corner. Other services/blogs/websites that do the same tend to be very one dimensional and promote the same old tired set of rules over and over again. I think the whole reason YLF manages to thrive while shows like WNTW are experiencing a drop in ratings is because Angie is always serving up something new and fresh and gives us insight on how to develop our style in keeping with current trends. In a weird way, I actually find other resources with similar missions to be MORE alienating because there are so many more "don'ts" than "do's" for so-called real women (I loathe that phrase but you get my point).

13 years ago

biscuitsmom

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I know what you mean, Maya, and I love that about YLF and Angie too....I wasnt going so much by the B&A shots, but rather by discovering what type of style works best for you...Im sure for many women it comes naturally, but personally Ive tried so many different types of clothing, accesories, etc and not felt really 'me' in hardly any of them that Im always looking for any insight into what would work...

13 years ago

chelle

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I've been spending some time reading through her site (but have not bought the book) and do think it is interesting. She has helped a lot of women sort out some personal issues along with style. It is definitely a money making business, and when you buy the book and online course you are next steered to the much more expensive course.

I think that with anything else (color analysis for instance), you take what information you can learn and adapt it to your own style and values. For many of us fashion, color, and style remain something of a mystery and advice is helpful. I would not accept her four style types as strictly as others have, but there is something to learn there. Just my two cents.

13 years ago

JuliaInGermany

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It's a good marketing strategy to call this "Dressing your truth". But as there are only 4 categories, I wonder how that is going to happen. I think that if you want to learn how to dress your body type Angie's blog is a good place as well as insideoutstyleblog.com. If you want to find your very own style, I'd recommend the book Style Statement by Carrie McCarthy and Danielle LaPorte. It's great, because you don't have to fit into categories but make up your own individual style statement. I just read the book again and re-evaluated my statement. I especially like that the style statement is not only about dressing but incorporates all aspects of living, like communicating, making decisions, choosing a job and so on. It helps to define and express your true self.

13 years ago

krishnidoux

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Hi, bumping this up... anyone tried it yet? I read in another forum that once you buy the $39 book it doesn't tell you how to style your type. In order to get to that knowledge, you apparently have to fork another $300 for the full course... is this a gimmick?

13 years ago

MsMary

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I looked at her free videos, and honestly, I find Carol kind of scary looking! (The still photo of her is either very old or very airbrushed!) I think the look she promotes is what I tend to call "Chico'stastic," and it doesn't do anything for me. Like, at all.

13 years ago

lyn*

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I think it's a rip-off; I have worked locally with a wonderful stylist (whose style I admire) and it was not NEARLY this expensive and it wasn't a book. It was someone who comes in and takes a look at your stuff and you get a personalized consultation!

Given; she was also a friend; I didn't take any of her advice; and it was just fun to hang out ... I agree with Maya; ever since YLF, my standards have gone up a lot and even sometimes WNTW afters look dowdy to me, while in the past they were THE BOMB (or as Angie says "KILLER!")

13 years ago

krishnidoux

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Thank you guys!
MaryK, what is chico'static?

13 years ago

rosee

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"chico'stastic"! -- brilliant MaryK! I don't want to look chico'stastic either.

13 years ago

Kate

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This is Chico's: http://www.chicos.com/store/home.jsp

Her looks are way too "busy" for me, and there's so much spiky hair! Also, I don't buy that there are only 4 types of people. There's a lot of information on her blog: http://thecarolblog.com/

13 years ago

nancylee

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"Chico'stastic" That's hilarious, MaryK! I avoid that store like the plague (hope I haven't offended anyone by saying that).....although I admit I have ventured in just to see what the story is. That whole look is so scary to me: the blowzy look of shapeless layers and lots of gaudy patterns aimed to distract. It basically says: "I'm over 45, and I've given up."

I am, however, going to check out Style Statement. Thanks for the tip, Julia!

13 years ago

nancylee

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"Chico'stastic" That's hilarious, MaryK! I avoid that store like the plague (hope I haven't offended anyone by saying that).....although I admit I have ventured in just to see what the story is. That whole look is so scary to me: the blowzy look of shapeless layers and lots of gaudy patterns aimed to distract. It basically says: "I'm over 45, and I've given up."

I am, however, going to check out Style Statement. Thanks for the tip, Julia!

13 years ago

nancylee

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Sorry about the double posting. I was having internet connection problems. Does anyone know how to delete a post?

13 years ago

Polly (thunalata)

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I don't think you can delete the post, but some people edit the second post to say 'sorry double posted' or similar.

I found Mary's comment so funny too!

13 years ago

biscuitsmom

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I was suprised to see this thread again after so long! Chelle, I really agree with you...thats how I feel too Pregnantmom, thanks for the recommendation of Style Statement- I'll check it out! Lyn, true, it would be *much* better to actually have a stylist come and help go thru your things and shop with you, but most people never get that chance! I didnt feel the book was a rip-off at all....the full-course is overpriced, imo...Krishnidoux, the book has a *lot* of info in it gives you good ways to tell which type you are dominant in... Kate, Carol says no one fits exactly in *one type* you can be 'more' than one, just that one is your 'dominant' type and once you learn that she gives many general tips and ideas...you can also go to the website and browse thru many sections, listen to her seminars, and see and purchase items *without* going thru the full course and paying the $200 or whatever it is....I still get monthly emails about upcoming internet events, etc....MaryK, Im not loving Carol's hair/look either, but once you watch her for awhile it does seem to fit her personality....I do like a lot of her jewelry though...same with Chico's! lol

13 years ago

krishnidoux

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Thank you for all this info biscuitsmom! So I take it you are satisfied with the book? I wanted to get it myself out of curiosity and interest.

13 years ago

biscuitsmom

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Yes, I would say I am...Im glad she doesnt feel/say everyone fits into *only* one type, which is misleading by a surface read of the book cover...I definitely see myself dominantly in the 'soft, subtle' category in many ways and see friends dominant in other types...I think its a interesting read for sure....Ive listened to her (free) seminars and liked them...when you sign up for her emails she sends these free short (3-5 minute) video clips showing women in/out of their correct type and their stories, which I enjoyed....it is available cheaper at http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb.....your+truth or maybe at your library too....dunno.. If you read it, please let me know what you think!

13 years ago

krishnidoux

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Thank you! I will keep you posted.
FYI not available at (large chain) bookstore though, I checked. So i will order it. Thanks for the link too.

13 years ago

biscuitsmom

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You're welcome! Hope you like it....Do let me know Please dont be hesitant about ordering from Amazon- Ive made several orders and never had any problems.....

13 years ago

fabfan22

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Hey Everybody,

Just signed up for one of the email series on DressingYourTruth.com and received this coupon code I thought i'd share with everyone for the Beauty Profile Bundle, it gives you 50% Off the $39 course so it's only $19.

The coupon code is: pro50off

You can find the bundle here: https://dyt.liveyourtruth.com/.....43?aff=edh

I think I am for sure going to check this out, I've done some more googling and have been able to find a lot of positive comments from people who have learned their beauty profile. Plus if I use the coupon code I get the book, audio book and online course all for the price of just the book.

Anyways, just wanted to share it with you incase anyones still interested. I'll give you an update soon about what I think....

13 years ago

krishnidoux

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Hey fabfan22, great tip! Thank you! I will take advantage of it keep posting about it.

13 years ago

biscuitsmom

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FF, that was really nice of you to post those savings! Wish they had that offer going when I bought it-lol...hope you enjoy it!

13 years ago

Sylvia

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Hi, I was wondering if anyone had tried the Dressing your truth course from YLF as i'm discussing it on my blog at the moment in 2 articles and found this thread, so I like to resurrect it.

I think the initial test of energy or beauty profiling is very interesting and you take that course for free at the moment. (either go to my articles or to the dressingyourtruth website). It's fun to do and will teach you a lot about yourself (and others). Of course you will get a few sale pitches, but you can ignore them and I don't think they are excessive. I also tried the whole course (which I was offered for free) and thought it was interesting. The price of the course is indeed high in comparison to the energy profiling, but I think that is partly justified as you will become a lifelong member and get full access to new videos etc.
I think you should definitely try the free profiling course and see if it speaks to you and you can connect with Carol. I don't want to sell it in any way, and I don't think it's for everyone, but the profiling is interesting and I would love to have more discussion on this to see what other people think.

11 years ago

rachylou

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How'd you come across this? I like these sorts of things. Find them terribly interesting. I mean, I'd really like to know what she means by dressing your truth. What is my truth? I've no idea. Haven't really ever understood that phrase when I thought about it.

p.s. "Chico'stastic" - girl, I have to remember that one! That's so spot on.

11 years ago

Sylvia

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In this course it means dressing for your personality. It means that the clothes you wear need to reflect who you are. The first assessment (that is now free) lets you discover for yourself what your dominant type is. You will have elements of all 4 types in your personality but according to Carol, you will only be dominant in one.

11 years ago

Isabel

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HI BM !!! ( and Maya ) ! It is so nice to "see" you both.

To the topic at hand. I was fascinated by Sylvie's posts about this. This stuff is always very intriguing to me. However, I am always a little put off by anything that claims to help you "discover" your "truth". Oprah really started that bandwagon. And though I respect Oprah, I have no idea what anyone is really talking about because the language is just so vague. It reminds me of phsychotherapy..( which I believe in ) with a new twist for marketing and selling. I could get all crazy and philosphical, OK, I will. What is "truth" ? Is is feeling comfortable in your clothes, in your skin, in the colors ? Can I express my truth all the time ?

I guess that taking a course, on fashion, will not help me find my "truth". It is a life long journey, a process that can't be encapsulated in what I wear.

But maybe it will make me look good.

11 years ago

Sylvia

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The energy profiling assessment is a bit like a personality profile. It reminded me of similar tests like Myer Briggs and other personal assessments that I have done. The only thing is that here you are given all kinds of clues and then you have to come up with your own answer. If you like personality tests, then you will like this assessment. It's certainly a bit 'alternative', but I always find it interesting to learn more about my personality.

11 years ago

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