EVERY DALB WOMAN HAS A UNIQUE STORY TO TELL
SUCCESS, CHALLENGES AND STYLE FROM REMARKABLE WOMEN
Fresh, natural and spontaneous, Ema Banita is the Image Consultant you want to meet if you want to bring smart adjustments to the look & feel of your wardrobe. Her take on effortless femininity is charming because she plays very well with proportions and balanced contrasts. We were curious to find out what led her to pursuing this dream, so here she is, recounting her story.
ON HOW WOULD SHE DESCRIBE IN ONE SENTENCE HER CARREER JOURNEY
My career journey was me, guided by the Universe, and trusting it.
ON THE BEST COMPLIMENT EVER RECEIVED FROM A CLIENT AFTER A COLOR ANALYSIS OR A WARDROBE DETOX
I remember this woman telling me that I saved her marriage because I helped her regain her self-trust. It was so fulfilling to hear it and motivating to continue.
ON HER MOST PROUD 2023 MOMENT
I think being nominated for Digital Divas was a proud moment. It was exciting to see myself appreciated by lots of stylish and smart people.
''We should be more conscious when shopping, know what we really need and educate ourselves to understand what are the things that represent us.''
''My career journey was me, guided by the Universe, and trusting it.''
ON HOW SHE CAME TO BE A PERSONAL STYLIST
I used to be a dancer actually. Therefore, as a background dancer I discovered this job while filming a music video. I interacted with a stylist on the set, got lots of compliments for my outfits, so I started researching this field. Crazy, right?
ON HOW INSTAGRAM CHANGED WOMEN'S SHOPPING BEHAVIOUR
I see lots of women trying to copy one another’s outfit or style, but they don’t know who they really are. Of course, because there are so many brands and shops, women buy after seeing a commercial or because they have discovered something new, and end up with a closet full of clothes that only make them feel more confused. We should be more conscious when shopping, know what we really need and educate ourselves to understand what are the things that represent us.
ON THE MOST VALUABLE SHOPPING ADVICE, REGARDLESS OF AGE, STYLE OR PROFESSION
Pay attention to the vibe and energy of the pieces - do you feel confident, beautiful, energized wearing them? Even if it’s not the right colour, cut etc, but you love it - that’s what people around you will see first.
ON HOW TO INTEGRATE OFFICE LOOKS INTO A WOMAN'S WARDROBE WITHOUT SACRIFICING ON PERSONALITY
Office looks can become creative and fun by mixing colours, choosing shoes that are more interesting, playing with accessories like scarves and brooches. Just be bold and don’t try to hide behind the clothes!
ON ONE DALB PIECE AND HOW TO STYLE IT FOR VARIOUS OCCASIONS
I would choose the TAKE-A-BOW white cotton poplin shirt and wear it with jeans and then with a sequin midi skirt and heels.
WISHLIST FOR 2024
I want to be more active on social media, travel more and take care of my soul – sounds easy but takes a lot of “practice”.
''Just be bold and don’t try to hide behind the clothes!''
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