Hello November 

Jesus Calling

Hello November 🍃💕🍁✨🍂


Hi guys, I simply can’t believe the year is almost over… After a month of getting settled (I have the most amazing adoptive families 😪) It’s time refocus and get back on track. 

There’s no way to anticipate the curveballs coming for us from day to day. Some come at you so unexpectedly that time completely slows down until you realize you’re standing or sitting there, frozen, trying to process whatever just happened. Others require a lightning fast response to handle the situation without time to think or even process anything. 

Regardless of the type of curveball; prayer, my devotional, and time of meditation have been such an essential part of setting the tone going into each day. There’s no question whether or not it serves as an anchor when a full-blown storm rolls in, and I notice a distinct difference when I don’t have time or make time to find my center at the beginning of the day. 

I always jokingly say this, but being a grown up is hard, really hard and we have protect our minds and hearts as best as we can from the things that come to knock us off our feet. Never underestimate how much of a difference it can make mentallly, emotionally, and spiritually to start each day with intention. 

*And be on the lookout to encourage someone else? We never know what other people are going through and you just might be the very person someone needs to make it through the day. 

Sending so much love y’all’s way. Hope it’s a great one ❤️ Xoxo -Chels

#pray

#meditate

#payitforward

#PathMinded

#TheCoffeyBreak

Coffey Break Chat: Why Hire An Image Consultant?

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Hey guys!

I’m noticing a pattern, so I take it as a sign to write and vlog about it. More and more often, I’m having conversations with friends, potential clients, and everyone in between about my personal style, and more often than not, if hiring an image consultant is a good investment.

The quick answer is simple. Curating your personal style doesn’t have to be a burden, and more importantly, we all have a few areas where we could use a helping hand from time to time.

Whether you’re looking to do a wardrobe overhaul, receive inspiration, or a few tweaks to your closet here and there; I’ve got you covered.

Still need a little more convincing? I sat down to walk you guys through 5 totally legit reasons to consider hiring (me) an image consultant:

5 Reasons To Hire An Image Consultant:

  1. Our physical appearance is our most immediate, nonverbal, form of communication
  2. Your vibe attracts your tribe –Feeling self-conscious about what you have on on creates self-doubt and that chit is contagious. The last thing you want to do is channel a vibe inconsistent with the connection or impression you want to make.
  3. One less distraction! There are a million and one different things going through our minds in an interview, first date, networking event, meeting mom, and so on. Why wonder about if you’re wearing the appropriate attire if you don’t have to? Stop leaving it up to chance, and get your wardrobe in order, so you can be present in whatever situation you’re in.
  4. We don’t have to be good at everything. Be okay with that.
  5. Tighten the margin for error: I hate to say this, but we live in a visual society. Increase your threshold of opportunity, by attracting the people you want to connect with. Sloppy, unkept appearances are a distraction. Don’t let your physical appearance distract anyone from the good within. There are a ton of things that are out of our control, but we can put our best foot forward to reflect the greatest version of ourselves.

Gotcha thinkin’? Let’s schedule a Coffey Break to uncover the best place to get started with your personal image over at www.TheCoffeyShop.co/. Your first consultation is on me 😉
Peace, Love & Sunshine, Chelsea

 

 

50 Wardrobe Builders + Staples

Hey guys!

I get a lot of questions about the best staples to use to build a wardrobe, so I took some time to put together a shoppable sample set to give anyone in need of a head start a foot in the right direction. Feel free to reach out to me at chelsea@thecoffeyshop.co if you’d like assistance with building your personal style. Enjoy!

Peace, Love & Sunshine ~ Chelsea

Follow me on Instagram + Twitter for more fashion tips, ideas + finds! @TheCoffeyBreak

Wardrobe Builders

 

Fendi dress
1stdibs.com

Balmain short red dress
runwaycatalog.com

Over sized sweater
genuine-people.com

Sexy bustier
popmap.com

Rib shirt
mymummadeit.goodsie.com

Uniqlo sleeveless bodysuit
$43 – uniqlo.com

Bralette crop top
sassyselfie.com

Long sleeve top
beautifulhalo.com

Rick Owens real leather jacket
$1,415 – mytheresa.com

Collar coat
zaful.com

Mango coat
$130 – mango.com

Dolce Gabbana sash belt
$1,045 – net-a-porter.com

V neck romper
zimmermannwear.com

Victoria, Victoria Beckham mid rise jeans
$340 – net-a-porter.com

Red jumpsuit
shopdashonline.com

STELLA McCARTNEY denim skinny jeans
$280 – stellamccartney.com

TIBI blue jump suit
renttherunway.com

Topshop romper
topshop.com

NIKE clothing
$62 – yoox.com

Floral romper
$19 – yoins.com

Glamorous chiffon romper
$42 – glamorous.com

Denim skinny jeans
$36 – newlook.com

Valentino bootie boots
$1,015 – dlrboutique.com

Paul Smith low heel shoes
couture.zappos.com

Christian Louboutin patent shoes
$480 – italist.com

Vans grey high top
$46 – surfstitch.com

NIKE black sport shoes
$100 – office.co.uk

Missguided stiletto heel pumps
$36 – schuh.co.uk

MAISON MICHEL PARIS camel hat
$560 – ekseption.es

Lens glasses
$33 – brazilianbikinishop.com

Instagram Algorithm Change

The Coffey Break Instagram Chelsea Coffey 3

Hey guys!

As some of you may know, Instagram is my favorite social media platform. So, any big announcements catch my attention. There’s a lot of commentary going on about the upcoming change to their algorithm. I tend to do a little research before jumping on a bandwagon, and I finally came across the information I was looking for from one of my favorite writers @ggrenewrties (seen above).

The beauty of social media is connection, and say what you want about the downsides, it has been the coolest thing to see this network of real life and virtual friends build their brands and/or simply share their journey.

I’ve spent the greater part of the last year redefining my own personal online presence for The Coffey Break, Mia’s Closet, and The Coffey Shop, and I totally understand the apprehension about the changes. Nonetheless, I think it’s important to understand the full scope of what this means for us and our brands.

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@thecoffeybreak
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Assuming I’m not the only one who feels this way, I did a little digging and found the following article:

Ignore the Uproar. The Instagram Algorithm Change Is a Good Thing.

Here’s an excerpt.

Chronological newsfeed was truly effective only in two instances: businesses posted to Instagram every half an hour or their followers had a very limited number of handles they followed. This cannot be a widespread trend, because according to Optical Cortex data based on 20,000+ Instagram users, average number of people they follow is 822. So, for a majority of brand’s following those images most likely weren’t the first thing they saw; and that chronological order didn’t really matter anyway.

Now what really made a difference, and still will continue to do so, is getting ahead of the game with smart strategies. What you have (to continue) to do as a smart marketer is to focus on quality content that drives engagement.

A lot of people who follow brands and celebrities will deliberately go to the handle to see what’s new. People follow Nike, Lexus or Kylie Jenner, because they know that each new post will be amazing (whatever their definition of amazing is). So, strive to make your Instagram account a mecca for striking visual content. This is the only way to ensure people won’t stop engaging with your content, whatever the algorithm is.

There are also a few other tactics you can employ to stay ahead of the curve…

You can read her entire article about the Instagram algorithm change by LESYA LIU here.

Sometimes the only thing we have to fear is fear itself. Happy Monday guys!

Peace, Love & Sunshine, Chels

Let’s connect!

Twitter/Instagram @thecoffeybreak

Coffey Break Chat: The 5 Simple Rules to Showing Love

CBC 5 Simple rules to showing love

Hey guys!

This week’s Coffey Break Chat touches on a topic that has come up a million and one times over the last 4-5 years, online engagement. The original title for the post was 5 simple ways to show love without coming off like a fan… groupie, etc.

And this is something that I attribute especially to the digital space. There are conversations I have in person or via text that I express differently online, and what I’ve come to realize is that every time I do that, I’m essentially watering down the beauty of a sincere moment by overthinking my response.

One day, I rolled my eyes after spending more time than I’d like to admit overthinking the right response, and I was just over it. I said to myself that from there on out, I’d choose to respond, comment, post and show love as authentically as possible. It’s a good thing haha

I pulled the following quote from Show Your Work and serves as the inspiration behind this post:

“If you want fans, you have to be a fan first.  If you want to be accepted by a community, you have to first be a good citizen of that community.  If you’re only pointing to your own stuff online, you’re doing it wrong.  You have to be a connector.  The writer Blake Butler calls this being an open node.  If you want to get, you have to give.  If you want to be noticed, you have to notice.  Shut up and listen once in a while.  Be thoughtful.  Be considerate.  Don’t turn into human spam. Be an open node.”

Encouragement is all about empowering whoever those kind words are intended for. Enough with the cool antics. I’m too old for that. Life can be tough, and the world could use a lot more a lot more cheerleaders.

Nonetheless, there’s a sweet spot for just about everything.

Check out my video blog below on 5 Simple Rules to Showing Love:

 

  1.  Be sincere
  2. Have or get your chit together
  3. Be intentional about keeping an eye out for opportunities that benefit more than just you
  4. Establish boundaries
  5. Stop worrying about what other people might think

Have a great weekend guys!

Peace, Love & Sunshine ~Chelsea