Luminous, Polished, Effortless, Happy, Creative

Bridget has boundless energy and is always on the go. Living in a more casual environment, far from the city, she was looking for opportunities to amp up her style. Her life is very full as she balances her career with parenting three high school and college age kids in partnership with her husband. The two of them are artists at heart and that is evident in their home. Additionally, she help raise money for causes that are important to her doing stand up comedy and gives back to the community on a regular basis. Bridget has made self care a priority recently. When she purchased her styling package she said, “I’ve spent more on landscaping in one season. I realized that I should be able to spend that investing in myself.” And so she did.

Approach:

Preparing Bridget’s Uber Wishlist was a dream. She was ready to experiment and celebrate her figure. Committed to exercise and healthy living, she was excited to celebrate her shape in mid life. She is also deeply committed to ethical sourcing of materials and fair labor standards. The intimates wishlist was a continuation of our pledge to honor her values, celebrate her life AND encourage her to continue making self care and beauty a priority.

From the client:

If you had asked me a year ago if I felt confident choosing clothing for myself, I would have answered, “Yes”. I move boldly through my life, and I thought I knew what looked good on me.... Something I read led me to Mellicia’s website for Poplin Style Direction. Hours went by as I scrolled through her clients’ photo shoots, style sheets, style profiles, and testimonials. I was captivated. Several women expressed that they had spent so many years focused outward, on work, family, etc., that they could no longer see themselves. That resonated with me.
Working with Mellicia has been an enlightening and transformative experience.... By embracing the process, I had more fun than I could ever have imagined. I now have a colorful, stylish, unique wardrobe that reflects my creative spirit and my desire to support sustainable brands made by diverse designers. I learned so much about what looks good on me and why. I now know specific brands, colors and styles that flatter my particular body type. I am asked daily about what I’m wearing, and I get to say things like, “This jacket is made of cactus leather” or “This bag supports craftswomen in Ethiopia”.
Mellicia brings her big heart, keen insight, and years of experience in fashion to every aspect of the process. Whether I’m meeting with clients, going to a party, performing on stage, or walking my dog, my clothes are a reflection of my newfound joy and pride in my appearance."