A Passion for Style

Hi, I am Catherine Burk. I am a self-employed StyleLife Consultant living in Edwardsville, IL. I am willing to travel outside the area for some clients, so don't hesitate to ask how far I will travel to help you. :)

I have a very deep passion for style, fashion and makeup. I LOVE helping other people explore styles and helping them find what fits them perfectly. My joy is showing people that everyone can feel amazing and look fabulous with the proper style tricks, tips and tools.

As a young girl, I learned how important it is to always look one's best. Whether we like it or not, others do judge us based upon first impressions, which usually means people evaluate us based on our looks initially. There is good news though because it is really quite simple to achieve an amazing style that speaks positive volumes. This is where I love to step in! I love teaching my clients to think creatively, optimistically AND realistically about their bodies, clothes, colors, cuts and fabric patterns.

Style and fashion are about having fun, showing your personality, finding functionality and loving how you look and feel! Getting ready (outfit selection, makeup application, accessories selection, etc.) is my FAVORITE part of the day, and it could be one of yours too. Just imagine how great it would feel to LOVE getting ready and to get dressed in clothes that make you feel like a million bucks... Ah, the sweet life can be yours TODAY!

As you might be able to tell already, I get very excited about helping my clients see their true beauty and style potential, guys and girls alike. I have had many years of training starting with my wonderful mother who taught me so much of what I know today about style and makeup. I went to college and received a bachelor's degree, all the while igniting my passion for fashion. I am currently working on several design lines and a style secrets book (which should be available online soon).

I have always had the passion to look my best, but more than that, I have always had the passion to feel my best. I find that the two correlate very heavily. Here is where my technique comes into play... Beyond wanting you to LOOK great, my goal is to help you FEEL great! Once we have accomplished both of those, you can accomplish anything!

My StyleLife approach is fun, helpful and professional. I love working with everyone- all ages, all shapes, all sizes- guys, girls, men, women... I just want to help you help yourself! If you are interested in learning more about my StyleLife consultations or scheduling an appointment today, please email me at cs.stylelife@yahoo.com or call me at (618) 401-1434. Thank you, and I look forward to working with you!

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Tame Your Closet TODAY!

Summer is here, and what better way to celebrate than to feel amazing???

It's time to get outside and to enjoy the weather with your family and friends. But first, are you ready for your 2008 summer debut? Are you asking, "What should I wear?" or "What makeup works best?" or "Where shall I shop for some new clothes?" or "Should I enhance my style or appearance?"... Remember not to stress out. This should be a time of enjoyment and fun for you. Spring and summer is a time for feeling amazing, looking fabulous and enjoying life, even more so than you do in the fall and winter months.

If you have any style or makeup questions, I would love to answer them. You may email or call me to schedule your appointment today. I am available for in-person consultations at your convenience. I look forward to helping you achieve your best possible style!!!

Are you looking through your closet for that first summer outfit? What do you think about the clothes you find? How do they look on you right now? (Try them ALL on! That's the only way to know, right?) How do these clothes make you feel? If the clothes look and feel great on you, then congratultions! That is an amazing feeling! BUT if you don't feel quite so lucky, please don't worry. A fabulous style is just days away from being a reality for you!

It just takes a little time, patience and a good attitude to objectively evaluate your style situation and to figure out whether you would like to hire a style consultant to help you through this process, which can be very overwhelming and stressful if you go at it alone. If you choose not to hire professional, ask a trusted friend his or her honest opinions about your wardrobe. (Brace yourself, and remember you did ask for the truth... They are only trying to help you be the best possible you!)

The many advantages to hiring a professional include fresh perspectives, additional creativity with clothes you already own, objective style and personality matching, a passion for style, fashion and makeup and an extra hand to hold through the whole process. Imagine how MUCH better you will feel AND look after you take charge of your closet!

After you hire a professional, your style process will begin! We will sift through your clothes, organize your closet and explore new styles for you together, as a team. This process really is so much more fun when you work as a team! You will be surprised how much better you feel, how much more energy you have and how much more fabulous you look all because of an improved style!!! When will you schedule your appointment?

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