Hi Maria,

Thank you so much for all of your generous assistance, and your encouragement, I really appreciate it.
It's funny, I've always dreaded public speaking, and your advice to tell myself that the information I want to share is important and will help these women has made me instantly calm!
I've incorporated and credited all of your information, it's very helpful!

Thanks so much, you're a treasure. I look forward to seeing you again soon,
Amanda Webb – Make A Strand – Jewellery Designer, Sydney

Recommendation
"I called Maria Cuci at a moment's notice, requesting a 'quotable quote' to help me out with a jewellery presentation I was due to give the next morning... Not only did Maria deliver the goods, she also gave me some invaluable coaching advice over the phone, which helped calm my nerves, reassure me and make me believe in myself. Every time I interact with Maria, her personal style, flair and love of life impress me no end. She certainly lives and breathes what she does!
- Amanda Webb, Jewellery Designer, Make a Strand"

Service Category: Career Coach
Year first hired: 2010
Maria Cuci-Panetta’s -Top Qualities: Expert, High Integrity, Creative

Recommendation
Top qualities: Personable, Expert, High Integrity
“Maria completed my personal style assessment with me getting me set up for my new business venture where I will be key note speaking and working one on one with my clients. Being a business brand consultant it is especially important for me to look congruent with my business brand and be true to who I am. Although I know a lot about branding, having to identify your personal brand is one of the hardest things I have had to consider! Maria guided me through the process smoothly and efficiently and constantly added value along the way - I guarantee that working with Maria you will learn a great deal more than what you originally came for, in style, in business and in life. Since working with Maria I have re-newed confidence in presenting myself as an individual in my new business and stepping out into new and exciting opportunities.Thanks Maria!” April 1, 2010
Sarah Birkin

In the consultation with Maria Cuci-Panetta, she applied the knowledge she shared at API, with an incredible system to help my wife and myself to develop the image and colours that suit us.  More than that, she helped me to develop a very clear idea of who I want to be as an empowering speaker, and the image I want to project.  I have just registered the web site domains to back it my new image.
Your sincerely,

Dr Howard McCormick  
SuccesfulLifePlan.com


Hi, my name is Howard McCormick and I'm a Family Doctor from Phillip Island in Australia.  I am in the process of developing my profile as an empowering speaker, moving from working with individuals in my medical practice, to working with a variety of audiences in the areas of Health, Wealth and Happiness - with Purpose.

When I first heard Maria Cuci-Panetta speak, I quickly realised that she understood the principles of dress and colour.  I decided to not only book a consultation for myself, but also one for my wife.   

During the one-on-one session, Maria's extensive knowledge moved from theory into practice for both of us.  Her professional approach is considered and  individualised.  I really like that way Maria uses a clear process or comparison and measurement, with lots of checks and balances along the way.  The recommendations she provided us were based on mutual discovery and evidence, rather than being extracted from thin air or guesswork as I had experienced elsewhere.

The reports that Maria produced were comprehensive and practical.  Combined with the extensive support materials, such and the colour swatches and shopping guide, I now have a simple easy way to get it right first time.  Not being a great fan of shopping, I now have a simple way to get in,  and purchase clothes that suit my style and the image I want to project, then get out again.  I no longer have to clutter up my wardrobe the odd wrong purchases made in haste!

The consultation and follow-up have given me far more than I expected or was promised.  For me, the biggest gift I received from Maria was her enthusiasm for what I wanted to do with my speaking and how to refine the image would go with that.  After our session, I became totally clear about who I want to be known as, and why.  I have registered the domain names and have started to put in place the steps to build the web site.  I'm very grateful for Maria's wisdom and insight in this area.

So if  you are looking for clarification of your image, as I was, or are simply looking for a way to buy clothes, colours and use styles that match you best, I would  strongly recommend you do what it takes to make Maria Cuci-Panetta your Personal Style Coach.  My wife and I are really glad we did.

Dr Howard McCormick
SuccessfulLifePlan.com
   

Your Personal Style Coach will evaluate your first impression as if interviewing you for an important position. A check list is prepared with suggestions for how to improve your appearance. You will then receive a plan of action for your personal image enhancement.

Your Personal Style Coach offers the following services and will customize a workshop or consultation to your individual or company needs. Please contact Maria to discuss your specific requirements:

•    Your Personal Colour Consultations
•    Your Personal Style Consultations
•    Business Etiquette and Attire for the School Leaver
•    Business Casual … Workshops/Consultations
•    The Polished Professional … Workshops/Consultations
•    How to look 10 Years Younger … Workshops/Consultations
•    Style Wise and Shop Smart … Workshops/Consultations
•    Wardrobe Organisation … Workshops/Consultations
•    Accessory Magic … Workshops/Consultations
•    Wedding Style & Colour Consultations

The Graduate Package:

Want to make sure that you are projecting a positive first impression?
Schedule an appointment with Your Style Coach to ensure that you make a great first impression on a job interview.
We will work together to ensure that your appearance best enhances your career goals and aspirations.
Following a Colour and Style Consultation, Maria will also accompany you on your shopping trip for a career wardrobe. 

Graduates, call us today to book your appointment.

The Polished Professional Package

Need tips on preparing for a job interview?
The Polished Professional Package will help you discover Your Personal Brand.
Your Personal Style Coach will evaluate your first impression as if interviewing you for an important position. A checklist is prepared with suggestions for how to improve your appearance. You will then receive a plan of action for your personal image enhancement.
Also great for those wanting an additional edge in their current position or preparing for promotion!
Following a Colour and Style Consultation, Maria will also accompany you on your shopping trip for a career wardrobe.
Please contact the studio to schedule your appointment and for more details about our Polished Professional services.

Your Personal Wedding Style Services 

Want your wedding day to be perfect? Your Personal Style Coach is proud to offer Wedding Style Packages.  

Your Personal Style Coach will make sure you are prepared and looking radiant for your big day. An image consultant can help you choose the right wedding dress and outfit your entire bridal party. My personal make-up artist can also apply beautiful makeup for you and/or the entire bridal party.

Brides, call us today to book your appointment for wedding makeovers for you and your entire bridal party.  We will make sure that you all look your very best on the big day.  We are also happy to offer style advice for your engagement party, engagement and bridal portraits, or any other important wedding event.  

Please contact the studio to schedule your appointment and for more details about our wedding services.

Sapphire Style Statement
A package combining the Complete Colour Analysis and Figure Flattering Style Analysis. Leave the studio equipped with the knowledge you need to look your best.

Ruby Style Statement
Includes the sapphire package, plus an hour of shopping to teach you how to use your new knowledge about colour and style in the stores.

Emerald  Style Statement
Includes the Sapphire package, in addition you receive 5 hours of ward robing and shopping to complete your entire wardrobe for the current season.

Diamond Style Statement
Includes the Sapphire package, in addition you receive the exclusive anti-age system and 10 hours of personal image services. Your shopping and ward robing hours can be applied over two seasons to ensure you have a whole years worth of coordinated outfits.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dressing with Intention!

Style is the synergy which brings together all the aspects of your visual design in your appearance – colour, body proportions, wardrobe, make up and hair. This creates a cohesive look and adds the “wow” factor!

So before stepping out of your home today ask yourself:

What are my intentions for today?

What image do I want to project today?

How do I want others to perceive me today?

 

The most versatile wardrobe consists of Your Personal Style Statement

When identifying the style that suits you the best, consider the following:

• what you feel the most comfortable in and confident in

• the styles that best harmonise and balance your body shape

• what you do during a typical week, and how this will influence the style of clothes that will work for you

• your budget and how it relates to your lifestyle

Always choose colours that are harmonious to your natural colouring and styles that are flattering to your body shape. Colour is one of the first things that you notice about someone, it can influence mood, perceived age and the overall impression that we have on others and how we feel about ourselves.

The fact is that when you wear colours that suit you, you will look younger, healthier, more vibrant and energetic. Whist wearing colours that do not suit you or flatter your skin tone can make you look older, ill, exhausted or dull.

Wardrobe Essentials:

These pieces are classic and can be worn regardless of the current fashion trends. Add your own style statement with a fashionable top, jewellery, bags scarves and shoes.

• Dark well fitted jacket

• White good quality shirt

• Black straight legged pants

• Dark skirt (that suits your body shape)

• Simple tops 

• Black shoes

Also choose accessories that will update your look and mirror your personality, you should aim for 30% of your wardrobe to be made up of accessories. This can turn your existing pieces into the current look and is a far less expensive way to remain fashionable.

Your appearance, your attitude and how you relate to yourself impacts who you are and who you become.      

How are you showing up in the world? It’s all about being the very best you!

 

Too many eye glasses to choose from in the store?

Let Your Personal Style Coach meet you at your favourite optical store and help you to pick out the best frames for your face.  Maria will evaluate your bone structure, face shape, and colouring to select the most flattering frames.

Need a little guidance on how to cut and colour your hair?

Your Personal Style Coach can ease the anxiety of hair styling and hair colouring. Many hair stylists are hesitant to suggest change because they are afraid that you will be unhappy and not return.
Your Personal Style Coach, Maria is totally objective and only wants the best for you. Let me recommend the perfect cut and colour for you.

Can't find a bra that fits?

If you are like most women, you are wearing the wrong bra size.  An ill-fitting bra can make you look overly heavy and can create unsightly bulges beneath your clothes.  Your Personal style Coach will meet you at the store and help you to select the best fitting bra for you body shape.

Your Personal Colour Solutions


Do you know the difference between beautiful colours and colours that make you beautiful?
You are unique and so is your colouring.  Discover how to select the right colours for your skin, hair, and eyes. Wearing the right colours can make you look younger and feel more confident than ever. Let the beautiful YOU step forward.
What happens during a colour analysis?

• Your Personal Style Coach will drape you with colour swatches and determine the best 60 colours for you. A customized colour analysis is the only way to find your right colours.
• You receive a Your Personal Style Solutions personalized fan of colour swatches that you can take with you when shopping for clothing, accessories, or cosmetics. You also receive a workbook .
• Your eyes are taught to see colour as Your Personal Style Coach does.
• You learn how to determine if a colour is in harmony with your colour fan, and you will be able to go to a store and eliminate 75% of the items that are not the right colour for you.
• The consultation includes a skin care assessment and a cosmetic makeover.
• Hair colour recommendations are given for colour treated hair.  This includes all-over colour and/or highlights/lowlights.
• Colour recommendations are given for all accessories including shoes, handbags, jewellery, and eyewear.
• Recommendations are made for your best dark neutrals and light neutrals.

Your Personal Style Solutions

Does seeing a fashion model make you feel like your body will never be good enough?
Do you dislike certain aspects of your body and find it difficult to shop for clothes?  Learn how to choose the right clothing for your body.  All bodies are unique and beautiful. Discovering Your Personal Style allows you to make the most of your unique body shape. We focus on your assets and can de-emphasize the parts of your body that make you feel self-conscience.
Every person's body has assets and we make the most of them and enhance your wardrobe by choosing styles that fit them brilliantly.                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

What is a body style analysis?

•  A patented computerized body style system will take over 15 measurements of your face and body.
• With the resulting measurements, Your Personal Style Solutions will help you to determine which clothing styles, proportions, lengths, fabrics, and accessories are right for your body.
• You will receive a customized body style portfolio with over 500 current fashion illustrations that show not only which styles look best on you, but also which styles to avoid.
• You will learn how to combine different lengths and shapes to create flattering outfits.
• Includes hair style and length suggestions.

Beauty Techniques

Your Personal Style Coach can make you look incredible! Let Maria pick out your perfect makeup colours and teach you how to apply them.
Don't know how to apply makeup?


Your Personal Style Coach can teach you all the intricacies of make-up application.  Maria will work with you to design a make-up regimen that fits your lifestyle.  Whether you have 5 minutes in the morning or 30, I have the right solution for you.


Not interested in wearing makeup?

Most everyone needs a few makeup steps to give you a polished look. Your Personal Style Coach will teach you the most important steps that will give you that natural "not wearing makeup" look.


Overwhelmed by all the makeup selections at stores?

Don't worry! Your Personal Style Coach  can simplify the make-up buying process by teaching you which colors are best for you.  You will also learn which products are absolutely necessary and which are not.


Want skin that looks 10 years younger?

The key to a healthy and glowing face is skincare. Your Personal Style Coach will design a skincare regime that meets your needs and keeps you looking young and beautiful.


Galvanic Spa info.
Does your teenage daughter wear too much makeup?
Bring your teenager to Your Personal Style Your Personal Style Coach to teach her how to apply makeup correctly from the very start. Maria will help her ditch the thick black eyeliner and tell her which products will enhance her natural beauty.


Wardrobe Planning
Imagine no more what-to-wear dilemmas. A wardrobe evaluation and planning session will teach you how to gain the most from your wardrobe.

Do you cringe each time you open your wardrobe?
Don't despair! Your Personal Style Coach can sort through your current wardrobe and organize it. I will review all your clothing and recommend which items of clothing are not right for you.


Do you find it impossible to put together outfits?
With the remaining clothes in your closet, Your Personal Style Coach will teach you how to mix and match your clothing to create a perfectly coordinated look. You will be amazed by how many outfits already reside in your wardrobe that you never knew existed. It's like going shopping in your own wardrobe.


What are the benefits of a wardrobe planning session?

• Your wardrobe will be organized and you will be able to locate any piece of clothing quickly.
• Your Personal Style Coach will simplify your wardrobe by weeding out all the clothing that is not right for you. You will love all of the remaining clothes.
• You will receive a list of accessorized outfits based on your current wardrobe.
• Your Personal Style Coach will create a shopping list for needed items.
• You will never again say "I have a wardrobe full of clothes, but nothing to wear."

Personal Shopping with Purpose


Think personal shopping is only for the rich and famous?

Think again. Everyone could use a little help when it comes to selecting clothes.  Whether you are shopping for the perfect evening gown or building an entire wardrobe, personal shopping is quick, easy, and stress free.

On a tight budget?

No problem!  Each personal shopping experience will be tailored to your budget.
Your Personal Style Coach will select stores that meet your budget and clothing needs.

Take the uncertainty and anxiety out of shopping!

Learn how to shop efficiently. Your Personal Style Coach teaches you how to have the most productive shopping experience of your life. 
By shopping with purpose we will find clothing that compliments your colouring, bodyshape and enhances your wardrobe.


Hate to shop or have no time to shop?

Your Personal Style Coach creates a shopping list, finds the clothes, and delivers the items to you. Outfits are accessorized, and photos of the outfits are prepared.


The first shopping trip is most effective when the client accompanies your Personal Style Coach to insure proper fit.


Need It Badly, Love It Madly, or Don't Buy It!


Let us help you eliminate all those costly mistakes you purchase each season. How many items of clothing hang in your closet but never see the light of day?


Your Personal Style Coach will help you save time and money with each shopping experience.

Business Casual and Professional Dress

What does the appearance of your employees say about your company?
Successful businesses understand that their image is tied to their employees. How their employees look counts toward their competitive edge.  Professionals who project a confident, attractive image will be assets to their companies.

Give your employees an edge!

Your Professional Style Coach corporate services are customized for each organization, starting with the company dress code, which will be reviewed and, where needed, revised. The programs are designed to assist you and your employees present a positive first impression and to project confidence, credibility, and success in all aspects of business life—whether it's a casual meeting or a formal one. The informative and interactive programs will empower your employees to fine-tune their professional image.

Corporate employee image topics!

•    Dress Code Policy Review and Revision Consultation
•    First Impression
•    Appropriate Dress for Business
•    Dress for Success
•    Credible Professionalism
•    Professionalism and Business Casual Dress
•    What Not to Wear to Work
•    Appropriate Body Language

First impression starts at the top!

Your Personal Style Coach will work one-on-one with upper level management and executives to insure a polished look and a professional presence. Relative to dress, the leaders of an organization set the benchmark for their employees.


Dressing your Best for Less

Finances are tight, and we are all thinking about ways to cut back on spending and make what we have last longer.  Clothing is no exception.  Purchasing all of the latest trends may not be an option for us this year.  Instead, we must begin to focus on maximizing our current closet.

I was recently cleaning out a closet for one of my wonderful clients who had told me that she was not planning on shopping this season.  She just wanted help with using the clothing that she already had.  

We spent three hours making outfits out of her existing wardrobe, and we ended up creating over 35 outfits that were current!

We had so much fun putting together pieces of clothing that she had never thought to wear together.  She felt like she had gone shopping in her own closet.

Every outfit was perfectly coordinated with accessories, handbags, shoes, and undergarments.  After taking pictures of her new outfits, I made a wardrobe book for her so that she does not even have to think about what to wear in the morning.  All she has to do is pick out a picture!  I also made her a small and optional Spring/Summer shopping list with items that could be purchased for around $200.

"I have never felt better about my closet.  The stress of getting dressed in the morning is gone, and I never worry about what to wear any more.  It was worth every penny!"  -AK

Are you struggling to maximize your wardrobe and your wallet this season?

Call Your Personal Style Coach to schedule a Wardrobe Organization or an Outfit Creations session.  Just because you are not planning on purchasing new clothes this season doesn't mean that your wardrobe can't be fabulous this year!

If you don't feel that a closet cleanout is the right service for you, you may want to consider our Wardrobe Workshop.  

Please contact Your Personal Style Coach for dates and details.

Your Personal Style Solutions For Men

Don't know where to start?

Don't despair!  Whether you need help looking more professional or just don't know how to put together a chic, casual outfit Your Personal Style Coach can help. Maria has advised many men how to improve their appearance and feel more confident.  All Your Personal Style Coach Services are tailored to meet your specific style needs.

Personal Shopping – This is the most popular service we provide for the male client. Most men just want to look good in their clothes.  The key is finding the right clothes that can be mixed and matched with little or no thought. Your Personal Style Coach creates a shopping list and selects clothes that mix and match together to create numerous outfits.

Wardrobe Evaluation – This works one of two ways. You can bring your clothes to the studio or Your Personal Style Coach can come to you. Maria will evaluate each article of your clothing and decide whether it stays or goes and create outfit combinations with the remaining clothing. A shopping list will then be made to complete your season's wardrobe.

Colour Analysis – Men need a colour analysis as much as women, and men are always wearing colours in their shirts, tops and ties. You need to know your power suit colour, approachable suit colour, and all other flattering colours. It only takes an hour to complete and makes a huge difference in your image and combined with body shape analysis eliminates wardrobe mistakes.

Body Shape Analysis – This is for the man who loves to look his personal best and wants guidelines on which clothing styles, shapes, and accessories are best for him. After taking your measurements, Your Personal Style Coach will enter them into a computer that will generate a report that conveniently lists all the right clothing styles for you–from the right collars to the right shoes.

Customized Consultations – This is helpful for selecting eyewear and hairstyles. Also, the consultation can be totally customized to fit your needs.

A Personal Style Coach will help you look and feel your best inside and out.  Research shows that when you feel attractive, you are more confident in all areas of life–from the office to social situations.  

Let Your Personal Style Coach take the guess work out of dressing for success, fashion, make-up or other personal appearance decisions.  You will discover how to select clothing that compliments your body shape and how to avoid costly wardrobe mistakes.  

A session with Your Personal Style Coach could save you hundreds of dollars over the course of a single season.

To look and feel your best should not be a luxury.  Anyone can afford an image consultant. Whether you are an individual looking for added confidence, or an organization wishing to give your employees an edge -Your Personal Style Coach can help.


Image Consultant Services

First Impression
Making a strong first impression is critical for success in all aspects of life.  Studies have shown that you are constantly judged on the basis of your appearance, especially during the first 15 seconds of an encounter. Your Personal Style Coach will turn your first impression into one of your greatest assets.

Where do I start?
Your Personal Style Coach offers a full line of image consulting and coaching services for individuals and groups.
1.    Colour analysis
2.    Body shape analysis
3.    Wardrobe evaluation
4.    Personal shopping

Colour Analysis – Learn how to enhance your natural colouring and make yourself look younger and healthier. The clothing should not talk first; your beauty should.  If you know your colours, you should be able to eliminate 75% of the clothing in a store.
A cosmetic makeover is part of all colour analysis for women. It's important to wear the correct lipstick, blush, and other cosmetic colours. Read more about the personalized colour system.
Body Shape Analysis – How do I find the right clothes to flatter my body?  Why do I have such a difficult time finding clothes that fit?  Your Personal Style Coach will teach you how to dress for your body.  The first step is a measurement of your body.  You will be then given a computer generated report that identifies the best types of clothing for your shape.  An image consultant will teach you how to walk into a store and know instantly whether or not a particular garment is right for your body just by looking at it. Find out more about personalized body style.

Wardrobe Evaluation – Let's face it: You are emotionally attached to the clothing in your closet. Let a consultant with a more objective view rid your closet of all unnecessary items.  You will then be shown how to organize what you now own.  New outfits will be created that you would never have thought of.  It's like going shopping in your own closet.  You will then be given a shopping list to complete the season's wardrobe. Learn more about a wardrobe evaluation.

Personal Shopping – Do you hate to go shopping?  Let Your Personal Style Coach  do it for you.  You are guaranteed to be perfectly dressed for all occasions. Read more about personal shopping services.

Beauty Techniques: Skin Care and Makeup – Want a lesson on makeup?  Your Personal Style Coach is here to teach you which colours look great and how to apply them.

Customize your Consultation
Do you have a specific question? This session is designed for whatever image concerns you may have. Customize your consultation or choose from the following: first impression analysis, eyeglass selection, hair consultation, a bra fitting, or more.

Anti-Age Coaching