Elevating Kate’s Style—A Wardrobe Refresh for a Busy Outdoor Photographer

At “You Chicy Thing”, we believe that every wardrobe should reflect the beauty, confidence, and practicality needed for daily life. Recently, we had the pleasure of working with Kate, a talented photographer and mum who specialises in capturing the magic of pregnancy and mums-and-bubs moments. With her work mainly outdoors, Kate needed a wardrobe that allowed her to move comfortably, look professional, and express her creative spirit.

The Challenge: A Wardrobe Full of Dresses, Limited Mix-and-Match Options

Kate’s wardrobe was filled with dresses—a style that suited her personality and offered easy, one-piece outfits but limited her mix-and-match options. She wanted a fresh perspective on how her clothing could serve her better as a photographer, allowing her to feel comfortable, look polished, and radiate confidence as she worked with clients.

Step 1: Discovering the Power of a Well-Fitted Dress

We started by showing Kate the impact of a well-fitted dress. While dresses made up the bulk of her wardrobe, not all of them were making the most of her best features. We assessed each dress for fit, shape, and style, identifying which cuts and lengths enhanced her natural silhouette and gave her the freedom to move with ease. Kate quickly saw how choosing the right dress could transform her look and make her feel both comfortable and confident as she worked.

Step 2: Embracing Confidence in Her Role as a Photographer

As a photographer, Kate spends a lot of time outdoors, often getting low to capture that perfect angle or moving around to direct her clients. With dresses that complemented her figure and allowed her to move freely, she started to feel more comfortable embracing her role fully. A good fit wasn’t just about aesthetics; it gave her the confidence to focus on her craft without distraction, knowing she looked as professional as she felt.

Step 3: Adding Mix-and-Match Versatility—Coming Soon!

While Kate’s dresses were working wonders for her style and confidence, we saw an opportunity to add more versatility to her wardrobe. Our next mission is to introduce a few key mix-and-match items that can layer beautifully with her existing pieces, offering her new outfit combinations that add flexibility without straying from her style.

Watch this space as we help Kate expand her wardrobe with easy-to-pair separates that will give her more styling options while staying true to her love of simple, effortless outfits. With just a few additions, her wardrobe will soon have the range she needs to meet the demands of her busy, creative life.

At “You Chicy Thing”, we’re honoured to help women like Kate build wardrobes that support their unique lifestyles and careers. Whether you’re a creative professional or a busy mum on the go, we’re here to make sure you have the pieces you need to feel stylish, comfortable, and ready for anything!

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Shelley Coppin

Shelley Coppin is the founder and Personal Stylist fronting the brand “You Chicy Thing”. She is primarily located in the beautiful Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia...

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