One Dress, Six Looks, and Countless Compliments

The holiday season is both fun and critical in setting the tone for what the universe serves you in the upcoming year. What better time to start manifesting your goals for the year using your wardrobe as your secret weapon, right? The food, fashion, and fiestas are nonstop and dressing to impress is key to enhancing your personal and professional life. 

While coordinating new looks can seem overwhelming, you don’t always have to buy new pieces for every event. Find your little black dress (or go to blouse and trousers) and style them correctly to achieve the personal style that exudes confidence and is unapologetically you. Not sure how? Select the style type below that resonates with you and follow this simple guide to styling yourself this holiday season! 

Minimal Maven You are the master of your no frills game. Your ability to keep it real in both your conversations and fashions is apparent. 

You will style your little black dress like this: 

Diamond studs, silver or gold tone chain, sleek pouch bag, classic pumps, wristwatch, wool coat, natural makeup 

Boho Chic You love to channel natural elements into your wardrobe and appreciate eclectic pieces, earth tones, and craftsmanship. 

You will style your little black dress like this: 

One of a kind statement jewelry that is layered and/or stacked, fringe bag, suede shoes, embroidered jacket in shades of the sunset, sunkissed makeup with a slight emphasis on the eyes 

Edgy Your choices are bold and always interesting. Hardware, metallic, and leather are staples in your wardrobe. 

You will style your little black dress like this: 

Statement geometric earrings, chain link necklace, leopard print envelope clutch, studded heels, leather jacket, and smokey eyes with a bold lip.

Perfectly Preppy Polished and put together is your game. Structured and always tidy, your look exudes an air of sophistication. 

You will style your little black dress like this: 

Anchor shaped post earrings, necklace with dainty pendant, quilted crossbody bag, block heel Mary Jane shoes, plaid blazer, rosy cheeks and pink lips 

Classic Beauty You love emulating the looks of stars past and exude subtle sexy vibes with your wardrobe and style. 

You will style your little black dress like this: 

Drop diamond earrings with coordinating necklace, minaudiere bag, ankle strap heels, fur shrug, and a classic red lip 

Creative Connoisseur Always fearless when it comes to prints, patterns, and colors, you love pushing the envelope with your words and by creating showstopping looks. 

You will style your little black dress like this: 

Statement jewelry in cobalt blue, beaded rainbow clutch, cobalt blue pumps, graphic print yellow jacket, hot pink lips 

Once you’ve figured out which style type is best suited for you, there’s no limit to what you can accomplish with the secret weapons hanging in your closet. So be sure to use them and enjoy!


Batul Sadiq is the founder and owner of BHS Image Consulting where she works with women to identify their personal style and guides them in curating a fun and functional wardrobe to enhance their lives, empower their spirits, and achieve their goals.

Her time spent at the Fashion Institute of Technology and San Francisco State University, combined with her Asian American, Muslim upbringing, has shaped her perspective on the way we dress and its global impact on business, environments, and people.

When she’s not pouring through trend publications, working on wardrobe revivals, and personal shopping, Batul loves to immerse herself in historical fiction novels, kickboxing, crossword puzzles, and discovering new museum exhibits.

She resides in Maryland with her husband and three children.

Please contact her on:

Website: www.bhsimageconsulting.com

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Photography: Akbar Sayed Photography

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