Sterling Style Academy | Image Consultant Training

The Sterling Style Academy has been known to attract a large international student body who travel from all over the world to attend our image consultant training programs. In an effort to accommodate the jet-setting lifestyle of our world traveling student body, we have devised a dual-city training program suited to meet their needs known as The World Traveler Program TM.

The World Traveler Program TM is a 2.5-week image consultant training certification course that takes place in 2 cities to enable our student body to become true worldwide image consultants. Session I of the program will take place in either Sydney or London, where you will learn the elements and principles of design in relation to personal styling and wardrobe evaluation. Session II of the program will take place in either Hong Kong or New York, where you hone your personal shopping skills and learn how to develop a global image consultancy.

The World Traveler Program will be offered in the eastern hemisphere, commencing with Session I in Sydney and concluding with Session II in Hong Kong, and in the western hemisphere, commencing with Session I in London and concluding with Session II in New York. You may take this course according to their respective hemispheres or ‘mix and match’ them to suit your globe-trotting lifestyle, career, or budget needs by starting with Session I in Sydney and completing Session II in New York, or starting with Session I in London and completing Session II in Hong Kong. A certificate will be granted upon successful completion of Session I and II within a one or two year timeframe, as your schedule permits.

The Sterling Style Academy is the first image consultant and personal shopper training program to offer students such a fantastic opportunity to globally diversify their businesses. We are proud to offer you this program to help you become a top-notch international image consultant. Experience the life of a global image consultant in one of the world’s major metropolitan cities. Master the art of personal shopping in an international fashion capital. Not only will this exciting, unique opportunity be a dream come true, your international image consultant training will also provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the industry, benefit your future clientele, and enhance your cultural diversity.

The 2.5-Week World Traveler Program TM is an intensive and accelerated program designed to meet the global learning needs of working professionals and fashion savvy individuals worldwide.

In Session I of the World Traveler Program in Sydney or London, you will learn the following:

• Introduction to style – How do we define and refine it?
• How to analyse fashion, incorporate trends, and develop style
• The elements and principles of design as it pertains to style
• How to assess facial features and body types to create suitable wardrobes for your client
• How to incorporate these elements into analysing an individual’s personal style and colouring
• How to develop a look specific to your client’s personal style and colouring
• The elements and importance of wardrobe evaluation
• How to conduct personal style and closet evaluations
• The principles behind closet organisation and clothing care

In Session II of the World Traveler Program TM in Hong Kong or New York you will experience:

• A day in the life of an image consultant
• Effective shopping strategies and protocol
• Determining your target market and develop your marketing plan
• The essential elements of effective communication skills and its non-verbal impact
• How to utilise these elements to improve your corporate presentation and interpersonal communication skills
• How to develop your client’s image to improve their overall presence

The Benefits of the Sterling Style Academy are the following:

1. Commitment to Excellence. We consistently update our course curriculum so that our students receive the most current and timely style industry information. Wardrobe case studies are shaped by the hippest celebrities and designer style, and our coaching of corporate communication and appropriate wardrobe is geared toward persevering through economic downturns.

2. Faculty Reputation. Your instructors have 50 years of combined industry experience and the Sterling Style Academy’s Founder is a Wellesley Alumnae, member of the National Organization of Professional Women, AICI, ASTD and other professional organisations committed to excellence. You will train from experts who are recognised as being in the top 2 percentile in the image consulting industry.

3. Global Diversified Student Body and Internationally Recognised Student Alumni. Sterling Style Academy Certified Image Consultants span the globe from over 20 different countries from every continent. The leading image consultant in Japan, Yuuri Takano, residing in Tokyo, graduated from the Sterling Style Academy New York in 2005 and re-enrolled with her assistant in 2008. She has since pioneered the image consultant industry in her country, becoming a media darling, style author and premier image consultant in her market.

4. Every dollar of your Sterling Style Academy training investment is tax deductible. As a business owner, your industry education becomes a valuable tax deduction and may be written into your business expenses.

The World Traveler Program TM Session I

Sydney Class Dates: May 10 – 19, 2010
Registration Deadline: March 29, 2010
Tuition Fee: USD $6247.

London Class Dates: July 5 — 14, 2010
Registration Deadline: May 24, 2010
Tuition Fee: USD $6247.

The World Traveler Program TM Session II

Hong Kong Class Dates: May 24 – 28, 2010
Registration Deadline: March 29, 2010
Tuition Fee: USD $4447.

New York Class Dates: July 19 — 23, 2010
Registration Deadline: May 24, 2010
Tuition Fee: USD $4447.

Save $750 when you make a one-time investment and register for both Session I and II of The World Traveler Program for the all-inclusive value of $9947.

Eastern Hemisphere World Traveler Program TM

Sydney Class Dates: May 10 – 19, 2010
Hong Kong Class Dates: May 24 – 28, 2010
Registration Deadline: March 29, 2010
Eastern Hemisphere Tuition Fee: USD $9947.

Western Hemisphere World Traveler Program TM

London Class Dates: July 5 — 14, 2010
New York Class Dates: July 19 — 23, 2010
Registration Deadline: May 24, 2010
Western Hemisphere Tuition Fee: USD $9947.

East – West World Traveler Program TM

Sydney Class Dates: May 10 – 19, 2010
Registration Deadline: March 29, 2010
New York Class Dates: July 19 — 23, 2010
Registration Deadline: May 24, 2010
East-West Tuition Fee: USD $9947.

West – East World Traveler Program TM

London Class Dates: July 5 — 14, 2010
Registration Deadline: May 24, 2010
Hong Kong Class Dates: May 23 – 27, 2011
Registration Deadline: March 28, 2011
West – East Tuition Fee: USD $9947.

Program Schedule: Monday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with assignments to be completed in the evenings and on the weekends.

For more information, please email us to receive a detailed course prospectus.

To make your investment today, please visit the following link: http://www.sterlingstyleacademy.com/25_week_program.html

Upon receipt of your registration form, you will receive a Welcome Package outlining the logistics of the training program, suggestions on where to stay, a detailed agenda, course syllabus, glossary of industry terms and much more. Your investment does not include air fare, lodging, transportation, personal expenses, school supplies or meals. Students should budget an additional US$1000 per month.

Dubai Image Consultant Tania Siddiqi successfully completed the Sterling Style Academy Dubai Image Consultant Training Program in November 2009. Tania was subsequently invited to join the elite team of Global Image Group Image Consultants and successfully completed The Apprentice Program shortly thereafter. We invite you to learn more about Global Image Group’s newest image consultant in Dubai, Tania Siddiqi.

“Look good and feel good” is the mantra of Tania Siddiqi, Dubai Image Consultant and Lifestyle Coach for Global Image Group Dubai. Known for her love of high fashion and her business savvy, corporate and personal image management and development come naturally to Tania. Clients from culturally diversified backgrounds are drawn to her commitment, dedication, positive energy and her responsiveness to their needs. She is exceptionally creative yet extremely analytical. Tania receives great satisfaction from seeing the transformation in her client’s confidence.

With 12 years of experience as a recruiter and trainer in the corporate sector in New York as well as having been a licensed medical esthetician at her well-established salon and spa in Pakistan, Tania’s unique skill sets enable her to work with corporations, small businesses, entrepreneurs, and business professionals as well as stay-at-home mothers. Tania received a certificate from Toni & Guy, New York in hair design and color. She was formally educated and certified as an image consultant by the Sterling Style Academy in Dubai.

Tania Siddiqi received a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration. She has been featured in various magazines in Pakistan such as Libas, Visage and Fashion Collection. She has also made several TV appearances on Good Morning Pakistan and First Blast on Dawn News. In 2010, Tania will be co-hosting a show in Pakistan, “Fab Moms – Striking A Balance” for the Hum TV network. She currently resides in Dubai with her husband and daughter and serves clients throughout the UAE and Pakistan.

About The Sterling Style Academy

Join the elite group of Sterling Style Academy Certified Image Consultants from more than 15 different countries. If you are passionate about pursuing your dreams of becoming an image consultant, personal stylist or personal shopper, we encourage you to review the Sterling Style Academy website, blog and photo gallery and take your next step toward achieving your goals.

Enroll into the Sterling Style Academy today with an affordable investment of just $197 and be on your way to becoming a top-notch, certified image consultant. For more information, feel free to contact us to receive our course prospectus.

The Sterling Style Academy is re-investing in our Alumni. During these current economic conditions, makeovers are deemed more of a luxury rather than a necessity. However with unemployment rates at an all time high, an increasing amount of corporate executives are seeking the expertise of certified image consultants to hone their executive presence. Therefore due to the lucrative growth of working with corporate clients in the multi-million dollar image consulting industry, the Sterling Style Academy is proud to offer our Alumni a special opportunity to further their image consultant education.

Every great learning institution is only as good as the students it produces. Therefore the Sterling Style Academy would like to invite it’s alumni to refresh and expand their skill set by enrolling into our 5-Day Corporate Image Consultant Training Certification Program in Las Vegas from September 10– 14, 2010 for a limited-time special value of $4247 representing a savings of $1000 when you enroll by January 1, 2010. (Enrollment into the Corporate Image Consultant Training Certification Program in 2010 for returning students will return to $5247 after January 1.) Upon completion of corporate training, join your fellow alumni for an Open Business Forum Conference from September 16 – 18, 2010 at the Palazzo Hotel in Las Vegas for just $99.

We believe in offering the highest standard in professional image consultant training and the best educational value for our students. Increase your earnings potential by investing in top-notch professional image consultant training at this unprecedented educational value. Your image consultant training may be tax deductible.

To take advantage of this offer before January 1, 2010 and make your investment today, please email us to request a registration form or call the Sterling Style Academy at +1.888.866.8996.

Internationally recognized Image Consultant Michelle T. Sterling shares her insider tips on what is image consultant training, why image consultant certification is important, and what you can expect of an image consultant salary.

The Sterling Style Academy is committed to providing the most comprehensive image consultant training programs worldwide. We have invested years in developing the highest caliber of universally accepted, contemporary quality curriculum – aligning the technical and practical aspects of style with your unique creative abilities.

With 10 annual training programs held on-location in Miami, New York, Las Vegas Corporate Image Consultant Training, San Francisco, London | New York, Sydney | Hong Kong, and Dubai, as well as Online Image Consultant Training, you will be sure to find the image consultant training course that suits your needs.

Join the elite group of Sterling Style Academy Certified Image Consultants from more than 15 different countries. If you are passionate about pursuing your dreams of becoming an image consultant, personal stylist or personal shopper, we encourage you to review our website, blog and photo gallery and take your next step toward achieving your goals.

Enroll into the Sterling Style Academy today with an affordable investment of just $197 and be on your way to becoming a top-notch, certified image consultant. For more information, feel free to contact us to receive our course prospectus at +1.888.866.8996.

We also invite you to  review our 2010 worldwide image consultant training incentive programs.  Offers end on December 31, 2009 and space is limited.

Today’s thriving corporations are investing in their people and as a result the Sterling Style Academy has recognized that this sector of the multi-million dollar image consulting industry is becoming more and more lucrative. Top-notch image consultants may charge top-dollar for executive presence training and development and the Sterling Style Academy is committed to ensure our Certified Image Consultants are recognized around the world.

Enroll in any of our 2010 2.5 Week Image Consultant Training Certification Courses in Miami, New York, San Francisco, or Dubai before December 31, 2009 and we will include the value-added benefit of our Corporate Image Consultant Training Certification Program in Las Vegas, September 10 – 14, 2010 (a value of $5947), for the all-inclusive value of $9947.

Will you be launching your Image Consulting career with a business partner? Do you wish to train with a friend? Enroll you and your business partner or friend into the 2.5 Week Certification Course – World Traveler Program in London / New York, Sydney/ Hong Kong, or Dubai for $9947 each by December 31, 2009, and not only will you receive complementary enrollment into the Corporate Image Certification Program, we will also provide you with complimentary shared hotel accommodations in Las Vegas, September 10 – 14, 2010, for the Corporate Image Certification Course!

The Sterling Style Academy produces top-notch image consultants with one of the largest networks of Certified Image Consultants worldwide. This is why as you are investing in your education through our Image Consultant Certified Training Programs, we are committed to re-investing in you!

Spaces are limited. To take advantage of this special offer, please enroll and reserve your space in the 2.5 Week Image Consultant Training Certification Course of your choice prior to December 31, 2009 at the following link: www.sterlingstyleacademy.com/25_week_program.html.

Once you have registered for the 2.5 Week Certification Program, we will contact you with regards to your Corporate Image Consultant Training Certification Program enrollment.

For questions about this limited time image consultant training offer, feel free to contact us.

Get an insider look at the Sterling Style Academy from 2009 graduate, Debra Ovall, as she shares her image consultant training experience with you. Debra had the unique opportunity to take both our online and on-location courses.  Not only does her testimonial discuss her road blocks in becoming an image consultant, it also explains how she overcame her concerns through the mentoring of our training director, Image Consultant Michelle T. Sterling.

As a certified image consultant based out of the Washington DC Metropolitan area, Debra touches and empowers the lives of others – helping them to develop and maintain their undeniable personal style. Uncovering each client’s potential, Debra guides them through a process to help them put their best look forward. Debra understands the importance of looking good and how that directly relates to a positive self image. Having a positive self image can give you the boost you need to go after life’s opportunities and dreams. Her clients have one thing in common; they have decided to make a personal investment in themselves. They realize the way they look represents who they are from the inside out.

You too can be on your way toward developing or enhancing your career as a top-notch image consultant.  Take that first step and call the Sterling Style Academy today at +1.888.866.8996.

By Aimee Greaves  on Saturday, September 05, 2009

We hire hairdressers to tend to our tresses, tailors to alter our clothes and accountants to sort out our finances. But the thought of hiring a personal shopper or stylist is one the UAE is gradually warming to.

With four well established personal shoppers in Dubai catering to a few hundred clients a month, personal shopping is gaining ground as women look to save time and money whilst staying “trendy and relevant”.

Dubai-based Lundberg – a self-confessed shopaholic – quit her job as Emirates Cabin Crew four years ago when she saw a gap in the market for a personal shopping service.

In the UAE, personal shopping has only become popular in the past couple of years as department stores, boutiques and individuals began to offer their shopping expertise to the fashion-challenged.

After launching Divine in September 2005, 28-year-old Lundberg has averaged 50 consultations a month and has since branched out into interiors and uniforms.

“I’m kept very busy, which is a sign that there is a need and great potential to grow business,” says the Scot.

The best part for her – on top of being financially better off – is that she gets paid per hour to do something she loves.

“I still have to pinch myself as I feel blessed to be doing a job I like. I never thought it would fail and being naïve helped because I went into it thinking it would work, and if it didn’t I wouldn’t be any worse off than my peers who accumulated debts at university,” she says of the personal loan she took out to get Divine off the ground.

Although Lundberg has gone down the consultancy line, some of the country’s top stores, including Harvey Nichols and Boutique 1, as well as department store Debenhams offer a free personal shopping service limited to their stores, while Dubai Marina Mall also employs an in-centre specialist.

They may cater to different demands but our experts say female clients tend to fit into three categories; new mums, career women; and those who need an occasion outfit – but they transcend nationality.

Marissa Woods, the owner of Image Factor, which launched in London 10 years ago before shifting to Dubai in 2006, says: “My clients tend to be more corporate now whereas a couple of years ago it was linked to fashion. A lot of my clients are working women but they want value so look for investment pieces.

“They are still shopping for occasion outfits but while they once spent Dh10,000 on one outfit, they now have Dh5,000 and they want something they can wear more than once.”

For Boutique 1, the shift has been different. “We have a lot of very classy women who are changing what they wear and want a more casual look but who still adore fabulous shoes, bags and accessories,” says Jo Wright who was headhunted from Harrods in London. The store launched its VIP Lounge two months ago following its move from Jumeirah Emirates Towers to The Walk at Jumeirah Beach Residence.

“A normal appointment is two to three hours but one for a very wealthy family can last 15 hours because we go and have dinner and spend time with them before they shop,” says Wright.

The specialists admit trade has tailored off slightly this year due to the recession, but they are not worried and expect business to pick up again over the next couple of months as Dubai begins another winter full of events.

“Like any business I’ve had a drop in revenue but as long as I cover costs and am surviving then technically I am still growing. The business was very busy at the end of last year but dropped off after Christmas so I’ve had to be more creative in what I do, especially because my clients come from word-of-mouth,” says Lundberg.

Having said this, some of her clients still spend up to Dh40,000 a time, proving that the downturn is not affecting everyone’s spending habits. Woods, however, is finding that while expat clients spend more cautiously, locals have not changed.

“Expats will spend Dh5,000 to Dh10,000 on their working wardrobe but they also need pieces that will work outside. Emiratis will spend that in the first hour in one shop,” she says.

Wright agrees estimating that a typical Emirati woman spends Dh30,000 a time at Boutique 1, but the store had one client who parted with Dh300,000 in one go.

Wright, and her colleague, Nameera Khan, who previously worked for Harvey Nichols and Selfridge’s in London have been so busy they need to expand the team from two to five. But while customers don’t pay for their services, Woods charges Dh300 an hour in Dubai and Dh800 in London where personal shoppers are more established. Lundberg charges Dh700 for a two-hour shop during which she takes clients to different stores and malls and believes it is money well spent.

“It’s the equivalent of three bad tops,” she says. “How many people have items in their wardrobe they never wear? Wouldn’t it be great if you liked everything and wore everything you own? That’s why I have some clients who won’t go shopping without me,” she says.

Men are even cottoning onto the trend. Some have signed up because their wives use personal shoppers and look great as a result, while others panic before a holiday or a big event.

Woods, whose corporate male client base is now 70 per cent compared to 30 per cent six months ago, says: “Men don’t have the knowledge. They are often bored of the image they are projecting but don’t know how to change it within their safety net.”

My personal shopping session

I like to think I know what suits me; no stretchy fabrics that cling in all the wrong places; rich colours, such as blue and purple; and trousers that sit above my hips. I was not totally wrong, but a personal shopping consultation, with Image Factor, Marissa Woods revealed much more.

Our session started with a questionnaire about my style personality, which revealed I am a natural and romantic; in other words I have a feminine style but like to be comfortable. Not totally wrong but I also wanted a more polished look and to get away from the block colours.

Usually when I shop, if I like it, it fits and is within budget I buy it, but Marissa gave me advice about the kind of clothes I should go for; structured, starchy tops that hug my shape but floaty skirts that flair to balance my hips.

Although I didn’t buy anything during the 90-minute session, I have a much better idea about what I should look for; square or v-neck tops, which follow the contours of my face; and bags that don’t hang at my widest point.

I now agree with Kelly Lundberg, that the Dh600 investment is better than wasting money on tops. All I have to do is clear out everything with a yellow element to make room ?for new purchases.

INTERESTED IN COURSES IN DUBAI TO BECOME AN IMAGE CONSULTANT AND PERSONAL SHOPPER?

THE STERLING STYLE ACADEMY DUBAI – NOVEMBER 1 – 17, 2009

The Sterling Style Academy Image Consultant Training Program takes place at the Mall of the Emirates, home to the world’s luxury designers including: Chanel, D&G, Emporio Armani, Marc Jacobs, and Versace. The Sterling Style Academy is the leader in preparing you to work with up-market fashion wardrobes and top level executives to properly execute an image and style consultation. Our graduates are educated toward positioning themselves as experts and style icons. Graduates not only learn the theories behind perfecting image and style, but they also acquire invaluable business and marketing skills to strategically position themselves within their chosen markets. Sterling Style Academy Certified Image Consultants are licensed to utilise our industry-proven, copyrighted style evaluation tools, training manuals, and the Sterling Style Academy Certified Image Consultant Logo. Approximately 15% of our on-location graduates are invited to join the elite team of Global Image Group Consultants.

The 2.5 Week Certification Program is an exciting image, fashion, and style training course designed to meet the needs of individuals and professionals with jet-setting lifestyles. Students will acquire the following skills:

• Introduction to style – How do we define and refine it?
• How to analyse fashion, incorporate trends, and develop style
• The elements and principles of design as it pertains to style
• How to assess facial features and body types to create suitable wardrobes for your client
• How to incorporate these elements into analysing an individual’s personal style and colouring
• How to develop a look specific to your client’s personal style and colouring
• The elements and importance of wardrobe evaluation
• The principles behind closet organisation and clothing care
• A day in the life of an image consultant
• Effective shopping strategies and protocol
• Determining your target market and develop your marketing plan
• How to conduct personal style and closet evaluations
• The essential elements of effective communication skills and its non-verbal impact
• How to utilize these elements to improve your corporate presentation and interpersonal communication skills
• How to develop your client’s image to improve their overall presence

Registration Deadline: September 28, 2009
Tuition Fee: USD $9947.
Program Schedule: Monday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Extra curricular shopping sessions, wardrobe development and socializing are encourage outside of class.

For more information, please email us to receive a course prospectus.

To make your investment today, please visit the following link: http://www.sterlingstyleacademy.com/25_week_program.html

Upon receipt of your registration form, we will send you a Welcome Package outlining the logistics of the training program, suggestions on where to stay, a detailed agenda, and much more. Your investment is separate from air fare, lodging, transportation, personal expenses, program materials, or meals. Students should budget an additional USD $1500 per month.

Welcome to Sterling Style Academy TV. We’ve created an informal video blog series for you to get a better understanding of the Sterling Style Academy, to discuss our image consultant training programs, and to outline some of the benefits of our image consultant certification programs. Internationally recognized Image Consultant Michelle T. Sterling, Founder and Training Director of the Sterling Style Academy, will candidly guide you through our course prospectus as if you were meeting with her at our office. You’ll find these videos to be informative, authentic, yet entertaining much like her training sessions at the Sterling Style Academy.

The Sterling Style Academy 2.5 Week Image Consultant Certification Program is an intensive and accelerated program designed to meet the learning needs of working professionals and individuals with scheduling constraints. This program is offered year round in six of the worlds most exciting fashion and business capitals within the United States, United Kingdom, Asia and the Middle East.

Welcome to Sterling Style Academy TV. We’ve created an informal video blog series for you to get a better understanding of the Sterling Style Academy, to discuss our image consultant training programs, and to outline some of the benefits of our image consultant certification programs. Internationally recognized Image Consultant Michelle T. Sterling, Founder and Training Director of the Sterling Style Academy, will candidly guide you through our course prospectus as if you were meeting with her at our office. You’ll find these videos to be informative, authentic, yet entertaining much like her training sessions at the Sterling Style Academy.

In this video Ms. Sterling discusses the Sterling Style Academy Corporate Image Certification Program and how it prepares graduates to work with top level executives, human resource directors, corporate trainers and various levels of corporate management to provide expertise and services in Executive Presence development, Business Etiquette and Corporate Communication skills. Our graduates are educated to position themselves as industry experts. Graduates not only learn the theories behind image management for the corporate environment, but they also acquire invaluable business and marketing skills to strategically position themselves within their chosen markets.

By Michelle Loubon of The Trinidad Guardian
Published: 2 Jul 2009

Budding businesswomen Jeunesse Ali, left, and
Amy Inglefield share their expertise on image
consultancy and concierge services.
PHOTO: KARLA RAMOO

Tick! Tock! The clock on the wall is reminding you have to go shopping for groceries or rush to the nearest mall for an outfit for a special function. As the hours close in, you realise you haven’t finished preparing dinner. You’re so overwhelmed and you utter a silent prayer wishing there was a helping hand. Hope looms on the horizon. It comes in the form of 23-year-old young women Amy Inglefield and Jeunesse Ali. They have come to the rescue with a novel concept of offering that much-in-need, prayed-for helping hand.

In February, the duo started a business which twinned image consultancy and concierge services (TimeSquared Ltd). At the Guardian’s office on Monday, Inglefield and Ali spoke about the genesis of their business. They met when they were students at Maple Leaf International School in Petit Valley. Their friendship blossomed and today they are business partners. Inglefield said, “The concept is about helping busy people to have more time to themselves. I would always have to do errands for my parents. So I decided I would start my own business. I am more focused on the image consultancy.”

Ali, who has a diploma in event planning from Brown College, Toronto, Canada, chimed in, “You can get a number of services at a hotel. I don’t think we have anything quite like that available normally. I decided I would team up with Amy.” “The bottom line is we want people to have extra time to themselves. That’s why we called it TimeSquared,” added Inglefield. Although they are testing the waters, Ali said, “Although there is a downturn on, we are doing pretty good. Things are looking up, even though we are relatively new kids on the block.” Sounding like an ad, Inglefield said, “As long as there are things we can do, we’ll do it.” Along the way, they are developing marketing skills, building their client base and developing business acumen.

Inglefield on image consultancy
Inglefield’s face lit up when she outlined the most exciting thing which falls under her portfolio—shopping. Tugging at the butterflies on her necklace, she said, “I love to shop for myself. I love to go shopping for others. I loved helping my friends with what they should wear and shouldn’t wear. It is like my dream job. I am really enjoying it.” She also assists people with personal style evaluation which can range from traditional to romantic. “We look at body type, dress, colours, personal style. We might go through your wardrobe and put things together, so it’s easy to find clothes when you need it. Things you might need from day-to-day. We might tell you what not to wear, but we are not insulting in how we do it,” Inglefield said.

“We can go shopping for people and economise for them. You don’t need to have a tonne of money to look good. It’s about how you shop.” Inglefield goes shopping online for her customers and visits the malls and boutiques. She even flips through her trusty booklet, which is classified according to subjects to assist her and make her job easier. “I might pre-select something. So I just take the customer there. We try it on and go. They don’t have to go through the hassle of going through racks of clothing. Sometimes we might go shopping with a group of women. About four of them might gather at a friend’s house. They might have a tea party. Everybody is so excited and happy to go shopping.

Ali on concierge
When Ali makes the trek to the grocery to purchase staples, dairy products or meats for her clients, she is confident in the knowledge her client has more time to themselves. “The bottom line is we want them to have more time to do the things that they need to focus on. The things that are more important to their lives.” Ali is even willing to go the extra mile. “We might do a bit of banking services. We do a bit of corporate service. A little photocopying. We deliver packages.” Other services include baby sitting, reminder services, house management, acting as a liaison to vendors, event planning, computer research and travel arrangements.

At the same time, the young women are cognisant of the precarious state of affairs in the country. “We make sure what we are doing is legal and above board. We try to tie up things around 6 pm,” Ali said. But the overwhelming feeling is the customer satisfaction when they retire to their respective homes in the Diego Martin area. “We want our customers to feel satisfied and happy. We want them to focus on their lives and getting their things done,” Ali said. Quizzed on whether they consider themselves Good Samaritans, Inglefield said, “You could say we’re a bit like of that. We just love to help.” “Girls just wanna help,” Ali joked.

Read Amy Inglefield’s Rave Review on the Sterling Style Academy Fan Page on Facebook

Hey Sterling Style Academy!

I just wanted to give you all an update on our business (TimeSquared Ltd)!

We’ve been doing so well! We’re getting great reviews and have been very well received!
Thank you again for making this all possible (and making my personal dream a reality!) I’m doing what I love thanks to Sterling Style Academy!

I strongly suggest taking their courses as it’s the best and so much fun!  Hi to Michelle for me!

With love
Amy – May 18, 2009

A Message from the Sterling Style Academy

Jeunesse Ali and Amy Inglefield graduated from the Sterling Style Academy Miami in January 2009. They are great, young female entrepreneur role models who demonstrate that with skill, determination and perseverance even those who are young can succeed in a tough economy. We hope these youthful ladies can inspire others to pursue their goals and dreams as well. The duo had their first group session in May and are now featured in The Trinidad Guardian. Congratulations, Ladies! Michelle T. Sterling, Training Director of Sterling Style Academy, is proud to have trained these ladies and help them to successfully launch their career in the image consultancy industry.