Fashion Stylist & Personal Shopper
Sara's professional experiences as a Fashion Design Director, Product Manager and Fashion Consultant for leading Seventh Ave + Los Angeles based Design Houses such as Elie Tahari, Betsey Johnson, Federated Merchandising Group and her own fashion label, have allowed her to refine her own personal style and fashion sensibility.
Having a strong fashion design background, Sara's understanding of color, texture, fabrications, finishes and trim makes her a cutting edge stylist.
Sara was born in Cape Town, South Africa and moved to the San Francisco, Bay Area when she was 16 years old. Sara was a dance student at both the San Francisco Ballet School and at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in New York City. Sara's love for dance took her to UCLA where she majored in World Arts and Cultures with a specialization in Dance. After earning her Bachelor Degree, Sara moved to New York City to study Fashion Design at The Fashion Institute of Technology. After a year in New York, Sara completed her Fashion Art and Illustration Design Major at Polimoda, a private fashion school in Florence, Italy.
Sara promptly returned to New York City were she had the incredible opportunity of working with some of the industries most elite designers, overseas + domestic factories, publicists, editors, buyers, sales reps and stylists. Sara designed and worked to produce numerous New York Fashion Week shows and after five years, Sara was approached by several investors to launch her own line.
Sara moved to Los Angeles with her husband where they launched The Sara Feinberg label. During this time, Sara traveled overseas to work with her international factories in Italy, China and India. She frequently visited Paris and Italy to attend fabric, textile and trend shows and spent many weeks in New York working the many fashion trade shows and meeting with her showrooms, stylists and buyers.
Back in Los Angeles, Sara's line was a buzz amongst celebrity clients such as, Paris Hilton, Tori Spelling, Teri Hatcher, Kathy Griffin and other Hollywood Stars. Sara's designs were spotted all over the red carpet and fashion magazines. It was at this time that Sara started to style her celebrity clients in her own designs when she came to the realization that she had a real gift for styling.
Working with people is, at the core of it, Sara's passion and to be able to combine her love and talent for fashion design with her ability to make others feel good about themselves through clothes and dressing, is a dream.
After having her first child, Sara decided to take a step away from running her own label and in 2007 she decided to focus her energy on building a fashion consulting, styling and personal shopping business. Sara currently works with a multitude of clients in both Northern and Southern California and occasionaly in other States.
Sara, her husband and two children live in the breathtaking San Francisco, California.
Wardrobe & Style Consultation
The first time we get together will be in the comfort of your home where I will assess and identify your own unique style. We will look through your closet, going through each piece of clothing, shoe and accessory to ensure that what you wear going forward is flattering, current + consistent with your style. I will sort through which items you should keep, sell + donate. Based on what you have, I will provide you with an Essential List as well as a personalized Style Book to help you put together looks for your various day-to-day activities as well as special occasions.
Closet Organization
I will sift through your wardrobe as I fold, hang + organize your clothes. I will assess each piece, shoe + accessory, analyzing, editing + organizing your closet to ensure that what you wear each day is flattering, current + consistent with your style. I will help you donate and consign any items that no longer suite you. After organizing your closet, I will provide you with a list of missing essentials to help compliment your cleaned out + newly organized closet!
Personal Shopper
Allow me to help alleviate the stress and what can seriously be overwhelming + time consuming by shopping for all those missing pieces in your closet. After your initial consultation, I will pre shop and specially select clothing, shoes and accessories to effectivly update and enhance your current wardrobe. I can either personally deliver these items to you, where we will do a fitting in the comfort of your own home, or, I will arrange to have all my pre selected items set up in-stores where we will meet for your fitting. I will always consider your style, budget preferences and lifestyle when shopping for you.
Travel Shopping & Packing
Travel the world with ease, confident that your personal style and versatile wardrobe are all packed away ready for you to merely unpack upon arrival. I will coordinate your travel wardrobe and give you a Style Look Book, which will guide you on what to wear and how to wear it once you have reached your desired destination.
The Group Style Consultation & Shopping Spree
Enjoy a fun day of group shopping with your family and/or friends! Perfect for a bridal shower, Baby Shower, Milestone Birthday Celebration or Graduation Party. After one on one-style consultations, I will plan a half-day shopping excursion for you and your friends. I will pre shop for each of you and provide style and fit advise to every person in your group. As an option, your day may conclude with a pre planned lunch, drinks or spa treatments where you can relax together and show off all of your recent purchases!
A New Start
For those who are looking to re-invent and refresh their look, this package is for you. If you are a recent gradate and starting a new job, lost weight, had a baby, have an empty nest or have reentered the dating world, this service will help support you on your new journey. This package includes a consultation, closet assessment and a personal shopping day. This package may also include a hair + makeup makeover, and if desired, completed with professional photographs.
Special Event Shopping
For weddings, reunions, bar/bat mitzvahs, baby showers and other special occasions. I will help you shop for your upcoming event so you are able to attend with confidence + style.
Bride-To-Be
Planning a wedding and all the events surrounding that very special weekend can be extremely overwhelming. We will work together to select or custom design your most perfect wedding gown. And it doesn't just stop at your wedding; let's make sure you are appropriately and gorgeously styled for your bachelorette party, rehearsal dinner, bridal shower and post wedding brunch.
Bridal Party Beauties
Let's not forget about your bridal party! Allow me to work with you in styling your entire wedding party!
Moving
Moving is stressful so allow me to help you by organizing your closet before and after your move. We will essentially decide which items need to be eliminated from your closet and which you should take with. I will provide you with a list of items you will need in order to help your new wardrobe glow as much as your new closet does! I will happily shop for these items and once you have moved, I will unpack your clothes for you and organize your new closet by arranging, hanging and folding each and every single piece and filling in your blanks with brand new pieces.
Shopping with Tweens, Teens & Young Adults
Stylist 911! Mom, if you are having trouble with your youngster then professional assistance is in need. I am here for those who are style challenged and can assist them on how to dress in age appropriate clothing and guide them on what trends and silhouettes work for their body type.
Family Portrait
It's the holidays, or for no reason at all, what better way to commemorate your year and family than with a portrait? Let me help you style your entire family with various looks as well as arrange for your family photo shoot on location.
Gift certificates are available
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Activate Your Wear
Dig a Trench
Coco In Your Closet
Just Like Jen
Sweet Tangerine
Yellow Mellow
Everything Nude is Old Again
How to Get the Designer Looks
Treasure Your Trousers
Shaping Up
Gorgeous Green
Generally on the days that I am not styling a client or pulling from stores, I work out. Because I am a mother of two, I rarely have an opportunity to get back home to change into a cute outfit. You will typically find me in my workout clothes at the market, cooking and going from one activity to another. And when I get home from a day of styling, I almost always throw on my active wear pieces.
There is no reason one shouldn't be able to look comfortable and stylish in a great active wear outfit. If you are going to workout then you may as well show off that bod' in the most deserving and chic way possible.
I seriously have no problem splurging on my work out gear as it not only has to perform, allowing my body flexibility and breathability, but it also has to be of excellent quality, durability and if it can knock off a few inches all around, then I'll take that too!
One brand in particular that I like would be Lululemon. This brand not only uses the most flattering fabrications but it has the cutest layering pieces for pre and post workout dressing. You should also check out their "Cool Racer Back Tank" which is light weight, flattering and quite reasonable in price. There are often multiple on trend colors to select from as well as your basic neutrals such as white, black and grey. I wear this tank to work out and have also worn it back to a pair of shorts or under a tailored jacket with slacks.
Other active wear brands I am loving are: Dino, Splits59, Adidas by Stella McCartney and Hard Tail.
Hence its name, the Trench Coat was worn by officers in both the British and French military during World War 1. This is an essential piece and every man; woman and lap dog should have one, if not two!
It is one of the most versatile pieces. Wear it down with a pair of jeans, T, Chucks or Sperry Top- Siders. Dress is up with a pair of slacks, blouse, pearls and heels. Or sex it up with a shift dress and Stilettos.
Start with the traditional khaki or camel color way but if you dare to make a bit more of a statement, I adore an off white trench accented with gold hardware or bound in a contrasting color. I am also a huge fan of black and navy. If you like to wear color, try red.
I am lucky enough to own a white and midnight navy leather trench. I have had them for years and still get complimented on them every time I wear them.
The trench is a perfect piece of outerwear as it is very transitional and can be worn in both the spring and the fall, and if you live in a moderate climate like San Francisco, it can be worn throughout the year.
If you can splurge on this classic Coco Chanel purse then do it! Unlike some of Coco Chanel's other influential trends, this is one that can hardly be duplicated. This is the real deal and even a good knock off won't cut it... but if a good knock off is all that you can afford... then that works for me too!
Some other classics that Coco Chanel accomplished would be the little black dress, strands of pearls, black-tip ballet flats, tweed jackets, pants for women and anything nautical. Chanel was all about a woman being sexy but remaining comfortable. Hello... I couldn't ask for a better closet girls!!
Coco Chanel's iconic quilted black leather handbag is one that will never "go out of fashion" so do me a favor and please put it on your Essential Closet List... is should be right up there with a pair of pearl earings and a classic white shirt!
Almost every woman I style on the West Coast, when asked, "If you could personify a celebrity, who would it be?", I am told Jennifer Aniston.
It really is no surprise to me at all that this woman is iconic. Jennifer Aniston is the absolute embodiment of Casual Chic.
Now let's get to work...try the following easy and simple to put together Jennifer Aniston looks:
In short, keep your looks clean and effortless. Stick to neutral colors. Although Jen's color pallet is typically monochromatic, she never looks lackluster. Jen consistently wears neutral hues because they are elegant and chic. Keep your looks uncomplicated and stay clear of bold colors, prints and embellishments.
Jen's style is all about fit, cut and quality. If you have good body then flaunt it! Wear slimming sheath dresses, skinny pants and skirts which will not only elongate your body and show off your frame but you will be sexy and classy all at the same time too!
Thank you Pantone for providing us with this vibrant and delicious Spring 2012 color! And the designers did it right by color blocking it with flesh tones. It is spectacular!
OK my lovely ladies, yellow of all shades has been spotted on just about every single Spring 2012 runway! I realize how daunting this concept may be but I say embrace it... it's going to be a tough one to avoid!
Now not everyone can wear yellow from head to toe but that's all right... who said you had to? My suggestion would be to pick up a couple of yellow accessories like a great clutch or spring coat. If your budget is tight, don't splurge on the high-end designers because I can assure you stores such as Zara, The GAP and H & M will be carrying a lot of it. This is most definitely going to be a short lived trend but a fun one so go with it.
I personally adore a yellow/neutral combo, which helps tone things down, and make the overall look more sophisticated. Try pairing a nude tone camisole with a bright yellow cardigan and midnight blue denims... Tres chic!
For as long as I can remember, I have always owned a nude pair of heels. I was beyond happy when nudes of all styles and materials started to hit the stores. Patent pumps to flats, everyone's doing it!
A nude shoe can neutralize any look and therefore wearing a loud color or bold print isn't so ridiculous when you pair it with a nude shoe. You also keep your look clean and you don't compartmentalize your body by breaking it up into multiple parts.
A nude shoe can elongate your legs and in turn make you look slimmer... and that alone should be appealing!
So I encourage each of you to go out and buy yourself a good pair of nude stilettos. I am always the first one to encourage a bit of bargain shopping but I am going to demand that you invest as these shoes are going to have to last you a lifetime. You will use them often and this trend isn't going anywhere anytime soon.
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Knowing your body will enable you to dress it appropriately. Once you know what kind of shape you are, you will learn how to hide its flaws and bring attention to all the right places.
So which are you?
Ruler:
A straight shape from top to bottom. Narrow hips and a small chest. The ruler is waif like and thin,
Hourglass:
This is the shape that many women desire to be. Think Barbie! Women with an hourglass shape have a
perfectly proportioned shape on the top as well as the bottom with a well-defined waist.
Triangle or Pear Shape:
These women have small shoulders, bust and waist. Their hips, bottoms and thighs tend to be heavier set.
Apple:
Apple shaped girls are defined by curves and their width. Characteristics are a full bust, waist, and upper back and are full around the middle. Apples do have the most amazing legs. For you it's all about accentuating the positives - like your gorgeous legs and bringing balance to your overall shape. Create a waist with wrap around tops & dresses, hip belts and tailored nipped in waist jackets.
Darker colors and basic fabrics on top can help minimize and create a slim torso. Necklines that will flatter your figure are v-neck, square neck and low-scooped neckline. Never wear a neckline up to your chin with cut away arms.
Inverted Triangle:
A full bust and hips, although the Inverted Triangle shaped woman can frequently be bigger on the top than
the bottom.
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Email: sara_sarafeinberg.com
Favorite Fashion Brands
www.chanel.com
Online Retailers
www.shopbop.com
www.zappos.com
Menswear
www.parkandbond.com
Online Discounters
www.ruelala.com
www.giltgroup.com
www.ideeli.com
Childrens
www.projectnursery.com
www.totsy.com
Interior Design & Decorating
www.apartmenttherapy.com
www.lonnymag.com
www.decoratorsbest.com
Cooking
www.thefoodnetwork.com
Baking
www.bakerella.com
Party Planning
www.thepartydress.com
Fashion Trend Resources
www.style.com
www.harpersbazaar.com
Other
www.pinterest.com
www.etsy.com
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