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Style Sessions brings leadership to life through real stories, fashion history, and the examples of women who have used style as a tool for influence and change. Each article delivers strategic insights that help you craft a presence aligned with your goals, values, and vision.
Here’s what you can expect:​
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Storytelling Through Fashion: Engaging explorations of style, history, and cultural significance that connect past and present.
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Actionable Insights: Practical strategies to align your wardrobe with your goals and values.
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Inspiring Confidence and Legacy: Insights on how style can amplify your leadership presence and create lasting impact.
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Elegance and Curiosity: A thoughtful approach to the artistry of dressing, encouraging a deeper appreciation for the details that make great style timeless.
From When Is Black Too Much Black? to Color as Culture, Read My Pins, and What to Wear for a Virtual Interview—each Style Sessions article offers a powerful exploration of how style shapes leadership presence.​​​​
Explore a selection of my favorite articles below—crafted to inspire, inform & elevate your perspective.
Black as a Strategic Choice
For decades, black has been the signature of powerhouse women—commanding, refined, and effortlessly in control. It exudes sophistication with an edge, shifting fluidly between authority and intrigue. Fashion and color scholars have long explored its magnetic pull, revealing a shade that speaks of wealth...
Dress to Fit In or Stand Out?
It began with a conversation—a sincere and reflective question from an executive woman I have the privilege of guiding. Her role is shifting; she's stepping into new territory after being let go from her current position but retained by the organization for an important new opportunity.
The History of the Button: Small but Mighty
Buttons. We fasten them without a second thought, yet they’re tiny, powerful details that have shaped fashion and practicality for centuries. From simple shell disks in the ancient Indus Valley to symbols of wealth and status, and eventually, to the everyday staples we know, buttons are as fascinating as they are functional.
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Christine Lagarde: The Power of the Scarf
Power dressing is no longer about conforming but about expressing individuality. While crafting your signature style might seem daunting, it's an exciting and rewarding journey. Today, I spotlight a global leader whose impeccable style sets the bar for us all.
What We Wear: The End of the Corporate Uniform
In the past, dressing for a corporate environment was straightforward.
You could simply grab a black, grey, or blue suit, pair it with a blouse, or wear a sheath dress and a cardigan, add a smart pump, and you were done. It was akin to wearing a school uniform—minimal variety, minimal thought required.
Togas to Trends: Tracing the Evolution
of Fashion and Self-Expression
Fashion is an art form beyond clothes; it serves as a means of communicating ideas, values, and aspirations. Our attire acts as a medium through which we announce our story, showcasing who we are, what we stand for, and where we belong or aspire to belong in society.
Style Queen: Decoding Queen Elizabeth I's Success
In 1574, Queen Elizabeth I of England showcased a remarkable flair for fashion, subtly intertwining politics with style.​​​ Queen Elizabeth I knew that her actions and image formed her identity, and she was conscious of her appearance. Her image was engineered to convey wealth, authority, and power.
