The last year has been a complete whirlwind. Below you’ll find a gallery of some of my most favorite personal style moments and the stories behind them. My 30th birthday’s right around the corner, and I’ll be there welcoming it with open arms. Thirty here I come!
Enjoy! Xoxo -Chels
Coffey Shop Photo Shoot With Compozition’s Unique James.Williamsburg, New York Travesia Photos Shoot With Andrea DuarteLook of the Day Last day in New OrleansSunday Morning Look of the DayThird Ward Vintage Store Photo ShootLook of the NightA Leap of Style Photo ShootA Leap of Style Photo Shoot with KarissaFinally got a temp job Look of the Day :’-)New SAKS Grand Opening Look of the DayThat time I got locked out of Bill and Debra’s taking out the trash. Wearing the overcoat of the old man next door, his nurse had me wait on the steps… Maybe it was because I was running around the neighborhood (the shame! haha), in my socks, trying to borrow someone’s phone. Which leads to the size and a half too small shoes on my feet from the neighbors across the street. He politely explained to me that they were Gucci, so please don’t forget to bring them back. What a mess of a day hahaHeaded home to Sugar Land for the first time since the journey began. I was leaving with so much more than I came with. It was a literal 180. God had blessed me with a new job and a place by then. So much to be thankful for. This was a good day :’-)First night at my new place in Brooklyn.Usie with my Maddy MooYou don’t see this coat?! (Thank you Kanye for this quote. We use it almost every day haha)Easy like Sunday MorningLook of the DAy: Big hair. Big Glasses. High boots.Quite possibly the coolest Houston find of 2016.Awesome Natural Hair photo shoot with Fred Agho.My first New York Photo Shoot ever with Derrel AnthonyTimeless photo shoot with Fredis BenitezTrip prep with this queen.
Curls and sunshine in DC with Janae.Interviews NYCFind your center, always.This neighborhood. Such a dream.Motherland vibes with Carol Lipworth Designs.A little something (s) borrowed.Speaking engagement ootn.Speaking engagement ootn.Old school Ronin days.Laguna vibes.Hi, yes this is Cleo. How may I help you? Oh, you want to talk about birthdays? Sure thing. My rate is $75 an hour. Let’s begin.Irvine Market.Newport is always so good to us.Philly vibes with this handsome guy.Aiport StyleAOL/Huffington Post Offices NYCThis is what a yes looks like. My beautiful Lisa Diaz in her wedding gown. Eyes closed. Big smiles. All the feels.Every 6 months we get O on the dance floor 😛Hmmm or more like every quarter.Me, every weekend. 60’s + 70’s vibes all day, every day.Arrived! First night in NYC.Capture all the moments. When you’re old and on the porch, you’ll be thanking yourself.
My Pretty ValentineNew Year, New HaircutTwinning. Anything for an Ugly Christmas Sweater Party, especially if it’s for Bren.Cold day in Houston ootd.Cozy Jam VibesLast day of our Orange County beach tour. 29, thank you for being so great to me. Rain or shine, this year is one for the record books.
These train stations 💕 You know that feeling when you’re about to flip, and you catch yourself because you’re like, hold on wait, this is a trap. Something good is about to come of this 😅 Please, let something good come of this haha
The cherry on top of yesterday’s craziness was that I had not just one, but two, @uber drivers, cancel my rides. After a 5 hour ride from NYC, the last thing you want is to spend another hour in the side of the road, in an unfamiliar city, trying to explain your location to someone who doesn’t speak English well. I could feel myself getting more and more mad. Like I was maxing out. I had all these bags, and in that movement, I thanked God for Christopher Ballew.
A few weeks back, he planted a seed that has stayed with me through every step of this clumsy transition –Embrace The Detour. I remembered his advice about 20 seconds before entering into the main concourse… Guys, Union Station is beautiful, like amazingly beautiful, and in that moment, I could literally feel all the tension leave my shoulders. I was like this is it. This is why. I was so hellbent on getting into a car and making it to my destination that I would have missed out on this moment. I call them the moments that freeze you in time. Some are the feel good kind. Some hurt like crazy. But nonetheless, they slow you down just long enough to be fully present. Take it all in. And feel everything that’s happening in such a dreamy way.
I’ve been using The Circle Maker by Mark Batterson as my devotional for years now, and his stories of how God has opened door after door have been such an inspiration.
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For years now, I’ve created this mental image of what Union Station looked like, and in retrospect, if either of those first two rides had worked out picking me up from the parking garage, I would have missed out on that reminder of God’s awesome faithfulness to Mark, and the simple truth that He makes no mistakes. He’s in our corner working it out, even when if it doesn’t seem like it.
This move has not been an easy one. It’s been wonderful, but it hasn’t been easy. It has actually been a huge challenge and an even bigger test of my faith, resiliency, and ability to commit to believing in the vision I see for myself day in and day out.
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Sometimes, we’re moving too fast to have a chance to take it all in. Build a life you’ll love, yes, but the key is remembering to actually enjoy it. The funniest part about it all (not haha funny) was that I had the opportunity to pass on job search advice to my driver who was a recent grad and had just immigrated here from Cuba.
*I also told him that if he really is tired of the cold, is looking for warm and friendly people, and good food, Houston’s the move. You don’t have to be miserable and in despair. Control what you can. It’s so interesting how the feeling of being stuck can convince us that there aren’t any other options.
Trust the timing of your life. I’m seeing more and more that so much of what happens “to us” is more about how God is going to use us. The journey is just as beautiful as the destination. Happy Saturday guys ✌🏿️😋 Xoxo -Chels
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:
Our physical appearance is our most immediate, nonverbal, form of communication
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.
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.
We don’t have to be good at everything. Be okay with that.
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
“The things you are passionate about are not random, they are your calling.” – Fabienne Fredrickson
This is somewhat of an about me post. For the sake of clarity, here’s the rundown: I’m an Image Consultant x Personal Stylist x Writer x Brand Strategist x Futurist
I have a nonprofit designed to provide underserved kids k-12 with confidence building experiences through fashion called Mia’s Closet, and the work we do means the world to me.
My dreamy in a perfect world goal is simple, help as many people as possible feel good about themselves, hold their head high, and look their best while doing so –kids and adults alike.
It’s not just about the clothes or fashion, it’s about positive self-expression and the confidence that builds from moments of intention to do so.
#knowyourwhy #lovewhatyoudo
🙏🏾❤️🌞 ~ Chelsea
Let’s connect? Feel free to visit www. TheCoffeyShop.co to see a list of my services or email me to learn more / book a consultation at chelsea@thecoffeyshop.co.
Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma – which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of other’s opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary. -Steve Jobs
^Fredis and my’s conversation from yesterday in a nutshell. There’s something so beautiful about the realization that you’ve totally lost track of the, “Oh my gosh! I feel the exact same, way!!” moments.
