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Explore select Michelle T. Sterling press features, media interviews, and expert commentary from an international personal stylist, image consultant, and color analysis expert.

E!News July 23, 2026

JULY 23, 2026

E! News

What is the most flattering rise for a short torso? Sterling explains that “Low to mid-rise jeans usually work best because they create more balance.” These rises help visually elongate the space between your ribs and hips, for the illusion of a longer waist. In terms of style, she says most silhouettes won’t drastically throw off proportions. 

E!Online Summer Packing List Press Image

JULY 14, 2026

E! Online

To accomplish this, personal stylist Michelle T. Sterling suggests packing pieces that are casual yet elevated. “Think polished and put together, but still comfortable,” she says. Pieces like simple slip dresses, breezy matching sets, and linen basics should all have a place in your suitcase.

WSJ June 5, 2025

june 5, 2025

The Wall Street Journal

To help her clients dress comfortably for the workplace, stylist and executive image consultant Michelle T. Sterling sticks to streamlined silhouettes in performance fabrics like spandex or cotton-nylon blends.

WWD – May 1, 2024

MAY 1, 2024

WWD

Reading tech’s fashion codes, Global Image Group’s Sterling believes that the “personal style development among the tech elite often mirrors the maturity of their brands and personal identities.” 

Business Insider February 14, 2024

february 14, 2024

Business Insider

Guys in tech, finance, and other white-collar jobs are paying stylists thousands of dollars to dress them. The bottom line is that you should aim to project a version of yourself that feels authentic, Sterling said.

Business Insider November 8, 2023

Nov 8, 2023

Business Insider

In her 20 years as a corporate image consultant, Michelle Sterling has styled surgeons, tech workers, executives, investment bankers, and young, aspiring executives.

HuffPost June 4, 2021

JUNE 4, 2021

HuffPost

“Decide what neutral color appeals to your taste, then add a handful of tops that you like in color to mix things up,” she said. “Then mix and match those tops with your black staple pieces and let’s say your navy staple pieces.” 

NY Post May 23, 2012 – Best-Dressed CEOs

MAY 23, 2012

New York Post

“He looks distinguished, his colors go well with his personal coloring, and his suits fit impeccably,” image consultant Michelle T. Sterling tells CNBC. “His ties have a strong color, which denotes a strong personality, and his cuff links suggest refinement.”

Forbes October 13, 2006

OCT 13, 2006

Forbes

Sterling, who has worked in both finance and fashion, began Global Image Group to help men and women “refine their image and style” through personal style overhauls, closet makeovers and personal shopping trips.