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Testimonials

The majority of the following testimonials have been received unsolicited.
They are just a sample of the many thank you emails that Cindy receives every week.
 


"I seriously can’t believe how good I feel"

Hi Cindy,

Just wanted to say a HUGE Thank you!!  It was so great shopping with you on Sunday and I think part of my exhaustion after the 3 hour session was exhilaration!! 

I seriously can’t believe how good I feel and although I haven’t worn the clothes yet as I’ve been back at work, I just feel awesome knowing they’re in my wardrobe. 

The experience I’ve had has made me realize just how good I am and how great I can look in the right style of clothes.  I don’t know if words can quite describe just how amazing I feel after your help to transform my wardrobe  – I always knew clothes made a difference but didn’t quite realize they could make me feel great on the inside as well as the outside.

Anyway I was hoping you still had a spot I can book (preferably a weekend) to book a “2 hour summer wardrobe overhaul” in October when you’re up this way?? 

Hope to hear from you soon

Many thanks Cindy

I think you’re discreet yet brilliant!!

Annie Cuthbertson
 


"Most of all I think I have my self esteem back "


Dear Cindy,

it's one week down the track and I can't thank you enough for the wonderful experience I have had with you!  I have enjoyed mixing up my new clothes and have stepped out feeling confident and more importantly so happy with how I look - a feeling that I haven't had day-after-day for a long time!!! 

My hair has also been done and Leah was fantastic!!!  So, a brand new me! I have had so many comments - even on the first night after shopping I had a stranger come up to me at swimming and ask where I got my boots from!!!!

Most of all I think I have my self esteem back about how I present myself - and that is actually the best bit of all - and priceless!!!

I wish you the very best in delivering what is such a fantastic service!

Vanda
xx
 



"I have so many combinations I never ever feel frumpy or overdressed"

Hi Cindy, 

Its been a week of WOW, WOW, WOW! I am having so much fun with my new clothes.

Yesterday I received 5 compliments on how well I looked…. Everything matches so well and I have so many combinations I never ever feel frumpy or overdressed. My new attitude is “IT’S THEIR PROBLEM – GET OVER IT” ! Thank you for bringing out the REAL ME! I have never felt better and feel like the world is at my feet. My confidence has soared immensely.

I would like to get in early and book a summer wardrobe shop so could you please advise me when the best time is to do that to get the best clothes and a slice of Cindy time. 

Thanks again and by the way I am wearing my grey pants today with two ALLANAH HILL tops and my red heels… yes I am wearing pants Cindy.

Have a great weekend and by the way thanks for the style report, that was a nice surprise.

Kindest Regards
Elizabeth Casey
 



"He thinks I look stunning"

Hi Cindy

Thank you so much for today!  I just love my new things and I think I will feel more confident trying on stuff that I wouldn’t have dreamed of before. 

I tried my new stuff on with my old stuff that I kept and it looks good, too.  However, even more old things are on the chuck-out pile now as they look seriously tired next to my new friends. 

Will definitely go for the Metallica/us(?) stuff and have already decided I need a new chunky black woollen top.  

Ray was blown away by everything and patiently sat while I showed him every possible combination.  He thinks I look stunning.  We both cannot believe how good the jeans and black cords are – I’m almost embarrassed to wear them they look so good....but, of course, I will!!! 

Thank you for your patience – I was feeling a bit overwhelmed and think I came across as if I wasn’t enjoying myself.  I really was though – it’s a big psychological change for me as well.  Thank you, thank you!

AB
Kangaroo Ground

 



"I was a little anxious about the process"

After loosing weight I had a real dilemma.  I'm forty something and for years I had bought a certain style and size to cover and disguise the body and couldn't break out of the old habits.  I turned to Cindy. Not knowing what to expect, I was a little anxious about the process.  Cindy was great.  Easy to talk to, professional yet not intimidating.

 Shopping with Cindy is like being out with a friend who is focused on you. Cindy's honesty and guidance is refreshing.  She is focused and helpful and stays on task so that you achieve the most from your shopping day.  I am so pleased that I went with the whole package.  I have changed my outlook, I dress with a new style and I feel fantastic proving that you don't have to look your age!

 A life-changing experience!

Dianne.



"From the bottom of my heart ...THANK YOU".

Hi Cindy,

Just wanted to let you know that I had the time of my life on Saturday. 

 I tell you, I felt like Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman.. like a caterpillar turning into a butterfly...!

I never thought that I could enjoy shopping for clothes - I am now officially addicted..

I actually went back on Sunday to pick up my lay-by at Maggie T and even bought a pair of red shoes. 

I am contemplating buying blue shoes (to go with my blue top and white outfit - or to go with my black pants and blue top.  I am also thinking of getting green shoes to match my green tops.  Now that is a big change for someone who only wore black from head to toe forever and a day! 

I cannot thank you enough - you were fantastic, thank you for changing me with your firmness and honesty - it was what I needed.  You are an inspiration....

By the way, the family loved the choice of colours and outfits and are very happy to see me out of the black....

 From the bottom of my heart ...THANK YOU.

 Please stay in touch.. 

Hugs

Rina..


 

"Thank you Cindy for helping me make these changes"

Hello Cindy
 
Thank you for the follow up report, it is much appreciated.  I have taken your advice to heart and have made many styling improvements.
 
On arriving home I removed all the clothes from my wardrobe and hung all my new clothes in their place.  Then I sorted through my pre-existing clothes and removed all traces of the "granny" look.
 
My new hairstylist listened to the changes you recommended and styled my hair perfectly.  It is such a good hair cut that it still looks great after several weeks.
 
Next, I made changes to my makeup and have used Tash's recommendation which include applying lip gloss 'champagne wishes', concealer and translucent powder.  I always leave the house with my makeup fully applied.
 
My underwear was horrible, but not anymore as I have visited a professional lingerie outlet.  The assistant fitted me with the right sized bra.  Your recommendation regarding the control brief and full brief is excellent advice.
 
I have also slim lined all my shoes and have a small stylish leather hand bag for every day use. 
 
The best part of all these changes is the positive remarks family and friends have made about my hair and clothes.
 
Thank you Cindy for helping me make these changes.
 
Regards
 
Cheryl Goh
Perth




'I saw in the mirror the old me starting to come back'.

What a difference!!

I’m shorter than 5 foot and after growing from a tiny ‘extra small’ to a ‘medium/large’, I was struggling with my new shape. I thought I was doing the right thing wearing baggy clothes to cover all my new lumps, bumps and rolls.

I Looked and felt like a big, flowery frump. (Floaty tops are almost all covered in flower prints!)

I assumed my simple, stylish days were over.

Luckily I turned to Cindy for help.

Initially I just wanted someone to help find clothes that fit me. It’s very difficult being under 5 foot and very round. Finding clothes to fit had become a nightmare. I thought Cindy could help me with that.

But I was in for a surprise!

As I stood in the change room with the outfits she had chosen for me, I saw in the mirror the old me starting to come back. Instead of the frump, I saw the sassy, confident, slim woman staring back at me in the reflection!

Not only did Cindy find clothes that fit me, she taught me how to make myself look slimmer by wearing clothes that are more fitted (and lots of other secrets). By wearing all the baggy, flowery clothes I was only making myself look worse. With the techniques and tips Cindy taught me, I now know what to do to make the most of my new shape. She made me look like the real me again! Instead of hiding my body, I can make the most of it.

My shopping day with Cindy provided me with lots of great basics for my wardrobe. Now I have the knowledge to buy individual pieces to add to my new wardrobe. I have the confidence to choose clothes that compliment my new shape.

Having Cindy and her professional expertise helped me learn things I never could have worked out on my own. Believe me, it really is a science. The optical illusion she helped me create is amazing!

Hubby is absolutely thrilled to see the Old Me back. Not a flower print in sight!!

I’m glad I had the good sense to hire a professional before wasting loads of money on clothes that did nothing for me. With Cindy I spent the money on clothes that make me look and feel great!

Thanks for your help Cindy!

Katrine M

QLD



"You look to be glowing"

Hi Cindy,

You probably don't remember me (if you do it was probably for all the wrong reasons).

I was fortunate enough to have a Style Session with you at Highpoint during L'Oreal Fashion Week and the first comment you made to me was "You're wearing the wrong lipstick" and I had just bought 5 of them as they had been discontinued and I managed to find a Chemist that still had stock left.  Oh but how right you were, I still wear it occasionally but only as a base coat with another colour over the top. 

I put on lay-by at Cue the pants, top and short sleeved cardy to go over the top and the belt and I think I have worn the belt nearly every day since. My hair was layered and shaped to frame my face.

I receive comments about how great it looks mainly from more discerning friends whose opinions I really appreciate.  A comment from a work colleague recently was "You look to be glowing" I think it was another hot flush but I accepted it as a compliment. 

I left it too late to get my size for the top you recommended at CR however I've acquired some pieces which I'm delighted with and am now wearing red with confidence, which I was led to believe I couldn't wear about 25 years ago!  So thanks Cindy for the notes and advice (balancing my shoulders with hips, layering, etc) and your honesty. I have embraced it and felt I had to tell you also.

Regards
Cheryl Turner. 

 


 

"I now feel like a hot classy looking yummy mummy"

Hi Cindy.

Georgina here. It has been two weeks since our day together and I can honestly say I have received a compliment every single day since from family, friends and all the mums at school/kinder. I am not used to this and it has done wonders for my self esteem and confidence.  

I so lacked confidence with my looks, body image and style. It was a terrific 40th birthday present. Since you have taught me the styles that fit me,  I now  have the confidence to shop on my own.

The little tricks of the trade have been most valuable. I now no longer feel like a boring, lifeless, (dare I say f-t)  housewife. I now feel like a hot classy looking yummy mummy. (By the way, my husband needs serious work - do you do men). Jokes aside, thank-you very much for everything.

I cant wait to do winter with you.

Regards Georgina.
 



"My self-esteem is at an all time high"

Cindy is fantastic!   I was in desperate need for a new look and was feeling totally flat when I decided to contact her.  She opened my eyes to a new way of shopping in ways I would never have imagined.  Not only was she easygoing and fun, I felt like I was out shopping with a girlfriend.  Cindy has an amazing eye for what looks great on you.  Clothes I would never have considered wearing suddenly looked sensational once she had finished with me.  I highly recommend Cindy to anyone who is looking for a change, a self-esteem boost or just an updated wardrobe.  My self-esteem is at an all time high and my friends in total admiration for my new look.  Thank you Cindy! 

Laura T
Chadstone
 



'I just didn’t know what looked good on me anymore'

I am a 38 year old mother of three young children (5, 4 and 2), and felt like I had fallen into ‘mummy mode’ – thinking only of the children and the family, and forgetting about myself.  I would go shopping and see nice things, but just didn’t know what looked good on me anymore, or what the trends were, etc.  I had a closet full of clothes that I no longer wore, and didn’t know how to put together the few stylish things I did have.  I then made an appointment with Style with Cindy, during one of her visits to Brisbane.

I thought the whole process was great, from our initial email correspondence to our wardrobe meeting and the best part – the shopping!  Cindy made me feel very comfortable the whole time, even the initial trying on of all my clothes in my wardrobe.  The process actually made me feel very comfortable in my choices in clothing – Cindy showed me that I just needed a little extra help to pull the outfits I had together, and how I could improve on my wardrobe in general.   She was also able to point out how I should wear my clothing to suit my shape, and even better – she gave me confidence in my shape!  It’s not so bad after all and I can look good in my clothes!   

The best part of the process was the actual shopping. I am not a keen shopper at the best of times, and Cindy made it so easy and fun.  The three hours went by so quickly.  I was able to get many of the ‘basics’ to get me started – clothing that I can mix and match and wear every day.  Cindy obviously listened to me during the wardrobe phase, and I was able to get many of the pieces I was really looking for – including my first ever knee-high boots! 

Friends are now commenting on my clothing and saying how great I look – some even asked if I had lost weight or something!  So overall, I am thrilled with the whole process and would call on Cindy’s services again – probably for the next season’s wardrobe!

Cheers, 

Ann Eldridge
Brisbane

 



"If it weren't for Cindy's encouragement and follow up calls I might have slipped back into my old ways"


"Cindy provides a service that isn't just about buying clothes.  It's about finding the real you and making you shine.

 
She listened closely to what I wanted and then gently and firmly helped me to let go the clothes that didn't suit me anymore.  Our shopping expedition was fantastic and it's only in the weeks since that I've realised how perfect the clothes and shoes she chose for me have been, despite my hesitance at the time.
 
If it weren't for Cindy's encouragement and follow up calls I might have slipped back into my old ways, but she was there, continuing to guide me along.
 
I thoroughly recommend Cindy's service for anyone wanting to express themselves more in the world".
 
Angelica
 
Nunawading

I do feel more confident and professional and I know that I do look as if I have lost weight! 
 

Dear Cindy 

Thank you so much for helping me shine!  

My wardrobe was very limited, outdated and I didn’t feel good in most of my existing clothes when I engaged Cindy to help. The wardrobe experience was full-on and the 2 hours went by so quickly. With Cindy’s guidance and honesty, my wardrobe was soon very different and I started to realize what things actually suited me – regardless of the fact that my body is not quite the shape it used to be.

I was then ready to go shopping. What a fun few hours this was. It was here that I learned what to look for when shopping by myself and for the first time in a long time actually enjoyed the experience. As a result of Cindy’s help, I now honestly believe for the first time in a long time, that there are great clothes out there that were designed for me and that I look great in.  

The end result has not gone un-noticed. I have had so many positive comments – from family to friends, to colleagues. As one colleague put it “you look so much more confident and professional …. And have you lost weight as well?” The best part of this of course is that I do feel more confident and professional and I know that I do look as if I have lost weight! 

Thanks Cindy for a fantastic fun experience, your honesty and integrity. I am looking forward to a winter shopping expedition with you!

Warm Regards

Rosalie Griffiths
Urban Sensations
Real $mart property rejuvenations
www.urbansensations.com.au



'I managed with Cindy to purchase a whole new wardrobe (including shoes and accessories) in only just 4 hours'
 

I am a working mother with 2 children under 4, running 2 businesses, who doesn’t enjoy shopping and definitely didn’t have any time to go shopping for clothes.  My twice a year shopping spree would consist of buying everything for the season in one shop (who has time to browse) and my look was what I call “mumsy”, you know, ¾ length denim pants with a polo shirt and a pair of slip on flat shoes, which I hated of course but didn’t have the time to do anything about it.  

I always dreamt of having a personal shopper and after a web search stumbled across Cindy’s website and booked her to help me purchase a whole new wardrobe on her visit to the Gold Coast in May this year. 

What I soon realised was that this is certainly not for the fainthearted!  

If you want somebody to be honest with you (but be prepared, as she is brutally honest!), has an eye for detail and knows what works and what doesn’t…..Cindy can do that, but make sure you get a good night sleep the night before as I would have never believed that a few hours shopping could be so exhausting (you don’t’ stop for air) and so much fun! 

Cindy helped me put together a look that certainly wasn’t “mumsy”, and one that I could work with without too much fuss.  She did push me out of my comfort zone and had me trying on items I never would have looked at on my own let alone buy and the results are fantastic, she even gave me advice on my hair and makeup to bring my new look up to date.

Apart from leaving the experience with a fantastic new wardrobe, the most invaluable thing to me was how I managed with Cindy to purchase a whole new wardrobe (including shoes and accessories) in only just 4 hours, it normally takes me that long to purchase just one dress and not having any spare time this was fantastic. 

I would recommend to anybody looking for a new look or if you are short on time and need help in putting together a wardrobe that works for you, to go for it, you just might have some fun! 

Thank you Cindy and I can’t wait for October so I can do it all over again!

Kylie
Gold Coast



Your Session Was Just What I Needed To Break Down That Barrier That I Had.  I Might Even Turn Into a ‘Shopping Monster'
 

Hey there – how are you going? (remember me, - the Gold Coast ‘skirts-&-boots-no-go’ girl!!)?

Just want to update you on the latest developments!!!   

Thank you SOOOOO much for last Monday afternoon I really had fun and learnt so much.  I was thinking about it all week wondering how on earth I was going to start this process!  I wore my new black legging pants, belt and black Cue top to dinner on Thursday night, with my hair back behind my ears to test out on my friend (who I knew if I looked silly she would tell me!!)  And she absolutely loved it all!!! 

Then, I went shopping this morning and my god, what a difference!  Instead of wandering in and out in a manic haze, I saw so much that I liked and felt confident in what I was looking for.  I bought some pointy toe ankle boots, another pair of shoes, a creamy chunky crop cardigan thingy (similar to the Country Road one), four little ‘layer’ tops (black, white, brown and burnt orange) that can mix and match (like the black and white singlet type tops at Country Road), a brown suede jacket (not sure if you’d approve of that one but it looks great and is just what I wanted for winter) – they were all from Jeans West (is that a ‘Cindy-approved’ shop???!!  I walked straight past all the Cindy-not-approved shops like Suzanne Grae, Rockmans etc You would have been so proud!!).  

I even went into Cue and saw lots of nice things that I wouldn’t even have bothered looking at ‘BC’ (Before Cindy!!)!! 

I was so proud of myself!!  I might just have to send you a photo! 

Your session was just what I needed to break down that barrier that I had.  I might even turn into a ‘shopping monster’ – for me that’s more than shopping twice a year!! 

Thank you so much!  You’re wonderful!

Fiona 
Gold Coast

PS who knows – the next step might even be skirts and boots??!!


I got lots of compliments!

Hi Cindy

I got back from the big overseas trip last week and I just wanted to say an
enormous thank-you for the amazing help you gave me in putting my wardrobe
together. It all worked beautifully together and the choices were perfect! I
felt great in all the clothes and because they worked so well together I
managed to take less clothes than I normally would. The outfits for the 50th
party and the dinner were fantastic (I wore the Charlie Brown black jumper
with silk sleeves in the evening) and I got lots of compliments! I thought
you might like to see a few photos of me in my new clothes, with the great
new hair cut and colour form Hair, Body and Soul who were also amazing!

I'm glad you got to meet my sister Nicky who is also raving about the
results of her wardrobe clearout and shop. I was actually at Chadstone the
day you were there with her buying another top from Metallicus...how great
is that shop! I am a bit better at choosing for myself now and have been
helped so much by your advice. I am however looking forward to doing the
Spring/Summer shop with you later in the year.

Thanks again

Gill Hunt
 


'Since working with Cindy I have gained confidence'


Hi I'm Katrina a mother of three I have two boys 15 and 13 and a little girl who is two. I work part time as a registered nurse and my Husband is a principle at a small country town.

As most mothers I'm very busy and  fashion has never been a strong point of mine. I was unable to access a stylist in the town I live in so I looked up stylist on the internet and up popped Cindy's site.

She is great and worked with me on line for the six weeks. She showed me so many things and made me look at photo's of myself in my clothes most looked hideous. She showed me what to wear as I have a weight problem as well as a height problem.

I have had many compliments on what I'm wearing now and I am so pleased. Since working with Cindy I have gained confidence and I am now working on the weight she has so motivated me.

 luv ya Cindy.

Katrina
Tasmania


'Cindy knows what she's doing and she made me feel comfortable very quickly'


"At first I was really sceptical about engaging the services of a personal stylist, I knew I needed help, but I wasn't sure what to expect.  It was really hard for me to step out of my comfort zone and admit that I had to change the way I shop and wear clothes.  The shopping was fantastic !

Cindy knows what she's doing and she made me feel comfortable very quickly.

One thing I really appreciated about Cindy was the fact that I wasn't persuaded to buy something if I didn't like.  If I was unsure about a particular item, Cindy would describe how it could be worn which really helped me visualise outfits.  Cindy also helped me transform my hair by assisting me in choosing a style etc. it looks fabulous !"

Linda K.


'There isn’t a person who couldn’t benefit from this process'
 

It is not always easy to accept that maybe your appearance has become stuck years behind or could be greatly improved on. It is even harder for those near and dear to risk life and limb to suggest help is required.

It needs a firm, friendly, objective hand from an outside expert to brave the situation. 

Cindy could not have been more helpful with sorting through the wardrobe, basic make-up and hairstyle advice to produce an overall updated look.

We followed that up with a fun day doing the shops to provide a basic wardrobe of stylish outfits that can be mixed, matched and built on.

There isn’t a person who couldn’t benefit from this process. 

Thanks, Cindy. 

Jeni

Forest Hill


'Cindy you made the whole shopping experience enjoyable and fun'

Dear Cindy,

 
I just wanted to email you to thank you for your advice, help and guidance recently. I chose to contact you as I was wanting to do something just for myself. I was wanting to freshen up my wardrobe and add some new pieces .

I was very pleased that I decided to go through my clothes with you first as this not only helped you get an idea of my taste but it also gave me an opportunity to mix and match some of my clothes differently.

It was also helpful to have you there as I would have found it difficult to let go of some of my clothes that I had not even worn for a long time - for sentimental reasons.  Cindy you made the whole shopping experience enjoyable and fun ! I appreciated your honesty and trusted your opinion.

 
I have been enjoying choosing what to wear, and looking good in , each day.
 
Once again, many thanks and I look forward to your assistance in the future.
 
Catherine.
(from Camberwell)
 

'Cindy helped me understand what suits my body type and my age'


I was introduced to Cindy recently and my wardrobe and I have never  looked better!

Before I met Cindy I would buy clothes that I liked but didn't buy clothes that would suit me or that could be integrated into my wardrobe.

Consequently I had some good pieces but few outfits that worked. It was extremely frustrating and I really didn't understand where I was going wrong.

Cindy helped me understand what suits my body type and my age so that when I do go shopping for clothes I know what to look for.

I don't have to buy a lot of clothes as long as they can be integrated and suit me!

Her patience, professionalism and warm sense of humour made our time together alot of fun. I still have much to learn about fashion but I now have Cindy!

Suellen

Camberwell


Dear Cindy

I was always inspired by the wardrobe makeovers on television.

I realise now that it is how I feel when I am wearing the clothes that is all that matters. It was great to have you there for your experienced eye and moral support. You have given me confidence and understanding about how to buy clothes and what style and colours really suits me...

Thank you

Jeni

Berwick


Hi Cindy,

I wanted to thank you so much for the much needed help you gave me both with my wardrobe and my shopping expedition.

You have given me a new lease on life, I now feel confident leaving the house. My husband and children cannot get over the new me!

I don't know how you managed to put it all together, but because of the basics we brought I am able to integrate it with other items from my wardrobe that you told me were working for me.

Your patience and professionalism was spot on not to mention the fun we had, I look forward to shopping with you again next winter.

A very warm thank you,

Linda

Bentleigh

 


Thanks Cindy for helping me to sort through my wardrobe and giving me a new direction! I am thrilled with my new look and enjoyed the time we spent creating it. Now I have a wardrobe that works for all occasions! The basics are there and now I know how I can add to it so that it all works together. 

Ann

(Berwick)

 

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