Most of us have made style blunders in the past, and today there is so much choice in clothes and accessories, that it is easy for the untrained person to get it wrong. An Image Consultant advises clients on what to look for and what to avoid, so they can sift through the clutter and choose what works for them as an individual; making the most of their best features and drawing attention away from those that are less than perfect. Successful Image Consultants help their clients to look and feel their best by objectively assessing their individual facial and body features, and then helping them to choose the clothes, accessories, hairstyle and make-up that will suit them best. Looking great is always in style, so rather than following fashions, Image Consultants help their clients to develop their own individual look and to keep it up to date with seasonal accessories.

Maximum Completion Time:

6 months.   In the event that you are unable to complete your home study course within the specified timescale, you can request a time extension of 3 months (Terms & Conditions & Fees Apply)

1) Make-Up & Grooming - Relatively few women have ever learnt how to apply make-up professionally, and even less know how to choose the products and colours that complement their natural tones and skin type. Yet, with careful application of make-up and colour you can help your client to enhance their natural features and create the right impression by focusing attention on their strongest features and creating the illusion of balance where necessary. Make-up is an instant transformer for women and with a little practice you will be soon be able to show clients how to use make-up to create stunning looks with simple techniques. Applying make-up correctly is not difficult, and it doesn’t even need to be time-consuming, especially when you have expert advice to hand. On this course you will be taught.

• The Essentials of Skincare – identifying your client’s skin type and keeping it in the best condition.
• Getting the Right Tools – selecting the right make-up and products
• Applying Make-Up Like a Professional – tips & techniques from the experts.
• Achieving Balance – how to make thin lips appear wider or lift tired or drooping eyes.
• Quick Tricks – the bare essentials for when there’s no time to spare!
• Hair Removal & Grooming – the pros and cons of different techniques

2) Male Makeovers - As a general rule, men’s wardrobes aren’t as colourful as women’s and they don’t have the same opportunities to improve their features with make-up – but there are still numerous ways that a man can make an impact. The key to success is to pay attention to the seemingly small details, and consider carefully every aspect of a man’s wardrobe and accessories. Hairstyle and grooming habits have a significant impact on a man’s appearance, and in this section of the course you will learn how to advise men on the best ways to create a strong impression – both in and out of the office. Topics covered include.

• Dressing for Work & Leisure - building a wardrobe that works with your male client’s lifestyle.
• Colour & Pattern – how to use them to make an impact. without overkill.
• Accessories & Details – how to choose the details that most men are judged by.
• Haircare for Men – practical tips & advice for male clients on style, colour and maintenance.
• Skincare & Grooming – taking proper care of hands, nails & facial hair.
• Health & Well-Being – implementing lifestyle changes that really work.

3) Individual Analysis - Before you begin selecting clothes for a client, you need to know exactly what you are working with, and the only way to find this out is by objectively assessing your client’s attributes, such as their body type, proportions, facial shape and skin tone. The right hairstyle can make someone appear taller, slimmer and even younger. Likewise, make-up can drastically affect the way we look. On this course, you will learn how to accurately identify your clients strong and weak characteristics, and then help them to select the clothes and styles that will work with their natural features instead of against them. Topics covered include the following:

• Body Types – identifying your client’s overall body shape.
• Features & Proportions – assessing their individual features & characteristics.
• Facial Shapes – how the facial outline and individual features determine facial shape.
• Hair - how hairstyles & colour can work for your client
• Colour Analysis - developing a colour palette to work with your clients natural tones.

4) Developing a Style - Image Consultancy is really about bringing out the inner beauty and confidence in all your clients; by simply helping them to be themselves in a way that makes the rest of the world take notice! By the time you complete this course in Image Consultancy, you will be taught how to help your clients find a style that is appropriate for their lifestyle on a practical level, and reflective of their unique personality and character. The skills and knowledge you will learn include the following:

Developing a Core Wardrobe – how to create a wardrobe that works for your clients’ features & lifestyle.

• Culling – being honest and firm about what doesn’t work.
• Accessories - using details to create styles that are individual and up to the minute.
• Strategic Planning – transforming a wardrobe step-by-step without breaking the bank.
• Stress – ways to beat stress it and stay on top of it.
• Diet & Lifestyle – simple tips and advice that will encourage your client to get it right from the inside out.
• Self-Confidence – helping your clients to develop a strong sense of self.