Image Matters

It was scorching hot weather as the stars rolled in and tried to remain cool while still managing to look stunning. From the seat I was watching the 58th Emmy Awards was one of the most elegant and entertaining Emmy’s ever. The evening started with a hilarious and very talented MC, Conan O’Brien.

What a delightful surprise that this tall and awkward comedian can act and dance. Delightful too. TRUELY A NIGHT TO REMEMBER.

The Best dressed, first place winners:

Kudos to cutie Jeremy Piven who stole the show with his charm, his intellect and sense of humor and made us laugh with a statement “I’m the only straight man to bring his Mom four times to any awards show.” However, ditch the ascot and shave next time.

Jaime Pressly in a lace Badgley Mischka dress for her first Emmy Awards looked breath taking and Lord what body, it makes the soul ache with envy. Sizzling hot!!!!!!

EVANGELINE LILLY, The scrumptious star of Lost shined brightly amongst the stars with grace and calm elegance in a Versace strapless stunner of a gown and dazzling jewelry. Perfect combination for the star studded event. She cleaned up well.

MARISKA HARGITAY, the proud new mom beaming with pride and love for her newborn, looked sexy and sultry in a glorious and stunning Carolina Herrera gown. What a class act. I adore her.

The heat wasn’t the only thing that sizzled, so did the soon to be a mom HEIDI KLUM, revealing not only her sense of style in a flowing, crimson Michael Kors gown, showing pregnant women can be sexy.

TYRA BANKS looked like a Nubian princess in a $55,000 Georges Chakra couture trumpet gown, (for real?) showed her statuesque figure in a hip-hugging, one shouldered, mermaid-cut gown and completed this picture perfect shot with elegant chignon and $3.5 million worth of diamonds.

The Grey’s Anatomy, KATHERINE HEIGL, out of scrubs and into body fitting champagne-colored, silky Escada gown, made this transformation the sexiest image of the evening. She would wake up a dead man from his slumber. Wow!!!!!! And what a body, the whole package reflecting the classic elegance of the olden Hollywood, Jimmy Choo shoes and clutch completed this glamorous image.

The Worst dressed first place winners

Although most of the ladies looked stunningly beautiful, from my point of view there where some tremendous fashion mistakes.

Gentlemen held up their own, starting with “American Idol” judge, music producer, Randy Jackson in a wasted tuxedo, looked overdone, too hot and uncomfortable, a wrong image for this delightful man.
Also darling I see you around the town, give up those wrinkled and overworn jeans, you are not a youngster and just because you are in the music business don’t need look like a slob.

What a disappointment, the Dynasty’s diva, JOAN COLLINS, went way overboard in this outlandish and outdated getup. From her wig to rhinestones covered gown she reechoed of the old image reminiscent of the fashion trends form her dynasty in the 80’s.

PAULA ABDUL, it breaks my heart every time I see her at the awards. Her floral gown more fitting for my 95 years old great aunt and accompanied with the wrong choice of jewelry, making this fashion statement a matronly disaster. Was she trying to impersonate royalty? Well she did, queen mom. It appears as if she takes pride in making the worst dressed list year after year. What a shame. Wake up . You are short; the less is better on petit women such as you.

VANESSA MINNILLO, TRL host, heads the worst dressed list in this too-tight, too-sequined cocktail dress. Did Dolly Parton loan her one her old gowns? Ultimate in tackiness. Ouch, it hurts my eyes just to look at this.

SANDRA OH, in a periwinkle, waist-cinching gown with a ruffled neckline, her slender figure lost in Vera Wang gown and adorned with every kind of bling-bling they could find, sabotaging this exotic looking women’s image. Overdoing it is the disease of the nuevo rich. In this case, more is not better.

Will & Grace’s Megan Mullally looked like a militant lesbian, desperately trying to stay cool, in a long-sleeved, floor-length navy gown. Thank heavens for the neckline plunging down to her pubics, reminding us what a sexy dish she really is. Brilliant strings of diamonds, embraced her bosoms. Exquisite. Hey did you think LA in August could possible be HOT!!!!!!

However this uncomplimentary image didn’t stop her form walking away with an Emmy. Congratulations.

Didn’t need to be told to curb my enthusiasm when this masquerade of a gown showed up. CHERYL HINES, from The Curb Your Enthusiasm, a nominee in stiff taffeta gown with dreadfully overdone back, blinding those who didn’t wear sunglasses.

Desperate Housewives, EVA LONGORIA in a plunging, bubble-skirted dress by Jason Wu, disappeared in this lovely and way over whelming gown. Was she really in there? This gown was fitting for someone much taller then this minute star.

Adrian Grenier, cast member of Entourage, got lost on his way to a hobo convention? What where you thinking? And you publicists and agents, how could you let him leave a house looking like such a slob?

Nominee Denis Leary, love him, love his intelligence, his outrageous personality, hated the ridicules mafia wannabe look in a black suit with the red tie. And what was his wife wearing? Regretfully, they win the worst dressed couple for the evening.

Remember it takes on 30 seconds to make a first impression, make sure yours is memorable.

If you can’t afford to spend a ton of cash for your summer dash with coastly products like Channel and such, then here are few affordable and then some not so affordable tips for the part of your image that matters the most. Your skin.

One of the most essential aspects of our image is grooming and it plays an equal importance in both genders, so gentleman make sure you ear and nose hair are trimmed and get rid of that uni-brow. It doesn’t mean you are sissy, but on the contrary, someone who cares about their presentation and themselves. Unless you are Boy George, gentleman please restrain from using makeup.

1. For glowing, healthy and younger looking skin drink a lots of water, eat lots of vegetables and wonderful delicious seasonal fruit.
2. Wash your face frequently with water to avoid oil accumulation on your skin. Also you can rub ice gently on your face to keep the pores closed and gives your skin youthful and fresh look. To asure the healthy look, moisturize, moisturize and make sure it contains SPF.
3. For foundation use Almay Nearly Naked Touch-Pad Liquid Makeup with SPF 12, it comes in six shades, to meet the needs of every woman.
4. I have tested almost every mascara possible. The worst, Sisely & YSL, the best Lancome, Cover Girl and Maybelline’s pink & green legend and it is America’s most affordable and my favorite. Given that the life of mascara is only 3 months, get an inexpensive and the most popular with top makeup artist I work with.
5. For the glowing and glistening look for summer days, for your face try the Wet ‘n’ Wild bronze instead of the blush .
6. To keep your skin younger looking, use Loreal, Micro - derma abrasion kit for exfoliation , $24.99. It would cost you for the set of six treatments $1200.00 with your dermatologist.
7. Airbrush Makeup For All Skins, Spray on perfect-looking skin in an instant! This lightweight formula imparts an invisible, impeccable finish. Water resistant.
8. Liquid “Sunless Leg Tab” gives legs a nice tan to replace nylons. …$ 9.95 in department store would coast you $50.00 and more.
9. For toady’s very busy life style a quick way to moisturize, try Olay moisturizer in the shower. Or the cream my mother and every female in my European family has used for years, Nivea. Don’t forget the tops of you ears, your elbows, knees and top of your feet. They take a beating from the elements.
10. For your eyes, neck, face and top of your hands there is no product comparable to French miracle creation La Mer, synonymous with skincare miracles and ultimate in luxury. While it is expensive, it is worth every penny. My clients are swearing by it.



The product is so fantastic that my plastic surgeon, Dr. Randal Haworth of Beverly Hills asked if I had my eyelids done. As if I would let anyone else touch my face, except him.

11. And no matter where you are, how old or young you are, if you never worked out in your life start now and if not for looking good, do it for living long and healthy life. Start walking for your life. Make sure to stay hydrated, drink lots of water and eat healthy. And always first, check it with your Dr.
12. There is nothing like a great music to lift the spirits and get the body moving. It helps the circulation and breaks monotony on those long summer walks.
13. Here are some oldies but still kicking it today. Thelma Houston’s “Don’t Leave Me This Way” and Gloria Gaynor’s “Never Can Say Goodbye”, made my body move with rigger on the disco floors in the 80’s and still today has the same impact.
    Donna Summers : “You better shop around” and ” Hot Stuff”.
14. Marvin Gay’s hot “Sexual Hilling” reminiscent of nights in white satin with that salutary sounds and for that last minute push, bring on the fun and the energetic “Macho Man”, by Village People.And remember, people make judgments about you based on what they see, hear and sense. In the first thirty seconds people will form opinions about your economic level, your educational level, your trustworthiness and etc.

Whether you are looking for the right look for “powerful business,” or need your wardrobe revamped or want an experts opinion on your wardrobe or a personal shopping trip, Ms. Rothschild’s expertise provides invaluable service for her clients.

Our personalized image consultant services for men and women are designed for a competitive edge in business world. A great first and lasting impression begins with a total makeover and a personal Image and Style consultation with Ashley Rothschild a consultant to the stars.

Our comprehensive image consulting services are offered in person, via telephone, with out you ever leaving the comforts of your place. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how we can add value to you and your business.

And for you adventures and creative leaders who want to make difference through your profession and are eager in becoming an image consultant, don’t miss and apply for the STAR power course, starting with the whole day workshop on Sunday, September 17 - Thursday, September 21, 2006.

Stop what ever your are doing, walk to your phone and register for our next seminar
“Dress to Impress the world” Sunday, September 17, 2006 10:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Wishing you healthy and glorious summer.