Inside/Out Style by Patricia Gorham
Inside/Out Style by Patricia Gorham
Inside/Out Style by Patricia Gorham

Client Quotes

"If you do one thing for yourself this year hire Patricia! She is so much fun and has an amazing sense of style. After my closet rescue, I felt such a relief! My closet was cleaned out and I was left with clothes that I loved. And the bonus was that all the pieces fit and looked good on me. I now shop with confidence and buy only clothes that I know work on my petite frame (thanks to Patricia’s expert advice). This is absolutely one of the best investments that I have made. I have saved a lot of money because I no longer buy the wrong clothes. I get compliments on my updated look all the time, which makes me feel great."

Veronica Mayo

"Patricia is my style transformation hero. I had no idea that this amazing journey would be so rewarding. I would NEVER have been able to to upgrade my image so thoughtfully, purposefully and wonderfully by myself! Patricia is truly inspiring and clearly knows her business. I have always been a reluctant shopper, but Patricia made it SO fun. It was such a pleasure to have her shop ahead and allow me to just try things on!!! What a blessing that was for me. Candidly, I was skeptical, at first, because Patricia's style is so completely different from mine. I had an unspoken but very real fear that I would lose my individuality and be pressured to conform to a mini Patricia. But she immediately made all my worries disappear – she truly listened, understood and helped me become the absolute best me I could be. Now, I am so confident when I get dressed (or re-dressed for a new occasion) every day. I smile and look forward to new combinations and accessorizing! Working with Patricia has expanded my knowledge, but most of all, it has made me into a confident, well-dressed consultant, well worth every penny I am paid!!!"

Karen Walter

"Working with Patricia has been truly delightful! She is very personable, organized, and thorough. Patricia helped me discover my personal style, which was non-existant before my "closet rescue." I really appreciate that Patricia took the time to educate while shopping with me, showing me what types of clothes to look for (or stay away from) for my body type. Working with her is a terrific investment, and I know I will be saving money in the long run by making more educated purchases. Her positive effect on my wardrobe became a positive effect on my lifestyle, and I now maintain a healthier diet and exercise routine, resulting in weight loss that makes me feel even better in the fabulous clothes Patricia selected for me (although I had to make a return trip for more alterations!). I am amazed at what a difference having some style knowledge and putting a little effort into your look each day can have – the positive comments from friends, family, and even strangers have poured in! It's true – when you look "put together," you feel better, and I've found this to have positive ramifications in all areas of my life. Thank you Patricia!!"

Megan C.

"I've known Patricia causally for a few years and am repeatedly impressed with her sense of style and the diversity of her clientele. I became a client of Patricia's as I reached my mid-40's, found myself going through divorce, establishing a new career, and basically redefining me. The process is ongoing and overwhelming – and Patricia is pivotal key to my success and continued progress. Patricia continues to be a great partner for me as I embark on this new chapter in life. She really listens, tailors to individual needs, works with diverse personalities and body types, and is one of those people who truly "gets it." Personal style is just that... personal. She has an amazing way to make the process supportive vs. intimidating. I now have a closet full of work, casual and dress clothes that will take me confidently into any occasion. It really is about how you feel on the inside, and if you can pull together the outside, the inside too comes along and the boost is automatic. Thank you Patricia!"

A.W. Haines

"After working with Patricia, I know who I am again. Since my Closet Rescue, I remember how to put together a look easily, and feel great about myself. I know that I can look great as a stay-at-home mom and somehow had forgotten that, and Patricia helped me find myself again. I have always been a person who loved fashion magazines and pouring over the pages. Now I feel like I'm dressing like my real self; my inner high-school self all grown up! I'm finding that it's easier to get ready every morning by following Patricia's rules. I'm also saving money while shopping because I know what I'm looking or. The rules were set by Patricia, but they bring out my best self."

Audrey

"I was so sure that I had already found all the 'style' I could ever hope to have...that the world is just divided into two groups of women – those with 'style' and... well, the rest of us. What I learned by working with Patricia is that we all have 'style.' That sometimes we just need the help of an artist and a professional to be able to believe in it. Patricia has a way of helping you find your own 'style,' and maybe most importantly, of helping you learn to have fun doing it. I feel like my 'look,' my 'image' is really mine to create, to manage and project. The empowerment in this is hard to describe. And on a practical level, she really put meaning into the idea of 'going shopping in your closet' – I had no idea I had so many undiscovered outfits without spending a dime."

Aline Flower

"Working with Patricia was absolutely one of the best things I’ve done for myself in a long time. I don’t enjoy shopping and am not good at figuring out what looks best on me. I didn’t know how to find things that I felt good about wearing. Basically, I just got up in the morning, put on some work-appropriate clothes that were a bit boring but passable. I realized that I had basically given up and decided that this is just what it means to be middle-aged. I was a bit nervous about working with Patricia. I thought perhaps I should wait until I lost those additional 25 pounds I’ve been planning to lose. But, I am so glad that I just did it. I now feel like I have a better sense of my own personal style. I have lots of things in my closet that I feel really good about wearing (even though I still haven’t lost those 25 pounds). And, although I didn’t really believe it when Patricia told me it would be fun, I truly had a great time."

Nicki McCraw

"I just want to tell you how amazing this experience has been. Fun, interesting and eye-opening. You have a real talent and an ability to make people feel good about themselves. I love your line that we are living our lives and why save things for the future. It's so true!"

Wendy Carlyle

"Thanks so much for helping me suppress the 46-year-old accountant, and bring forth the dynamic woman in charge. A fun journey so far and I can hardly wait for the shopping trip."

Julie Lewis Paul

"Patricia has a very distinct style, and always looks terrific. However, I have a little bit more of a conservative style, and I was concerned that she would pick out things that I wouldn't feel comfortable wearing. As it turned out, Patricia chose clothes for me that are fashionable and that I feel comfortable with. Patricia has helped me expand my wardrobe horizons, in a way that works for me – and I get compliments now all the time."

Marilyn Heiman

"The reason it's so liberating to work with Patricia is that she's got this amazing wit and humor that is very kind. Due to her work with domestic violence clients with no money and all kinds of body shapes, she has a real sensitivity that feeling good about yourself has nothing to do with being thin or beautiful."

Barbara Lee

Inside/Out Style for an Accomplished Teenager in Need

 

When 17-year-old Kelly Barefield won the nine-state regional competition for Boys & Girls Clubs' "Youth of the Year," she earned a trip to Washington, DC. She was one of five regional winners, representing 4.6 million youth. While in DC, Kelly was scheduled to speak before Congress, meet with business leaders from Fortune 500 companies, appear on the Today Show, and meet with the President of the United States in the Oval Office. The challenge was that Kelly came from a family of five children with an unemployed single mom who was struggling to make ends meet. Kelly had essentially no professional clothes appropriate to wear.

Macy's generously provided a $500 gift card for Kelly, but she was overwhelmed with where to even begin. That was when Patricia Gorham offered to help – she was amazing. Within the first two minutes of their meeting, there was a connection. Patricia has a rare gift of making everyone feel like they are talking to a long-time friend.

She was immediately able to assess the right colors and style that would enhance Kelly's wonderful features and give her the self-confidence she would need. After an appraisal of Kelly's wardrobe, they were off to Macy's for an intensive shopping spree. The challenge was to work within the limited budget to find outfits for numerous press appearances, speaking engagements, and special events. The clothes had to range from a casual picnic with dignitaries to meeting the President and Fist Lady. Patricia provided an event-by-event checklist for what shoes went with which outfit – down to earrings and belts, and including back-up combinations in case something was stained or damaged.

Kelly was stunning. At every setting she was the one people remembered. The combination of the clothes with her effervescent personality gave her the unstoppable pride and confidence that culminated in asking the leader of the free world for a hug, then to sit behind his desk. He answered with: "Absolutely, Madam President."

Patricia Gorham has the rare ability to find the right clothes for any individual that can unleash their inner style and unique voice.

Daniel Johnson
President/CEO
Boys & Girls Clubs of King County

Inside/Out Style by Patricia Gorham
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