Embracing a New Look for Nichola, the Business Owner, Mum, Grandmother, and Pilates Instructor

At “You Chicy Thing”, we’re here to help women feel confident in their style, no matter what changes life may bring. Recently, we had the honor of working with Nichola—a dynamic business owner, wife, mum of four, grandmother, and Pilates instructor—who was ready for a wardrobe refresh. After undergoing breast explant surgery, Nichola felt her body shape and self-image had shifted, leaving her unsure how to dress in a way that felt like HER. She often felt overwhelmed by her wardrobe and found herself defaulting to activewear, unable to connect with her clothing.

Nichola’s journey was a brave one, and it was truly inspiring to be a part of her transformation!

The Challenge: Rediscovering Style After a Major Body Change

Nichola came to us looking for guidance. The clothes that once suited her didn’t quite feel right anymore, but she wasn’t sure how to create a look that would embrace her new shape. When she looked in her wardrobe, she felt at a loss for what to wear, so activewear had become her default. Our mission was to help Nichola feel confident again—reclaiming her wardrobe so she could dress as the successful, inspiring woman she is.

Step 1: The Wardrobe Audit—Letting Go to Move Forward

Nichola approached her wardrobe audit with incredible bravery. We carefully reviewed each piece, assessing its fit, style, and whether it still resonated with her evolving look. Together, we decided to let go of items that no longer worked for her body shape or aligned with her vision of how she wanted to present herself. This process was empowering, giving Nichola the freedom to move forward with a fresh start and a curated collection of clothes that truly reflected her.

Step 2: Styling for Confidence and Comfort

After clearing out what wasn’t working, we turned our attention to her existing pieces that still had styling potential. We showed Nichola new ways to wear these items—introducing fresh pairings and silhouettes that flattered her new shape while still being true to her personal style. The transformation was remarkable, and even her teenage daughter couldn’t help but notice! In classic teenager fashion, she couldn’t resist an enthusiastic exclamation about how great her mom looked, which brought an extra smile to Nichola’s face.

The Result: A Confident, Refreshed Style

With a streamlined wardrobe and a renewed sense of self, Nichola is now showing up with confidence and pride in her style. Each outfit reflects not only her professional success but also her journey of rediscovery. She’s trading in her activewear for looks that bring out the vibrant, strong woman she is—and she’s rocking it!

Helping women like Nichola rediscover their style and embrace life’s changes is what “You Chicy Thing” is all about. No matter where you are in your journey, we’re here to help you find a wardrobe that makes you feel as incredible as you truly are.

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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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