Poplin Style Direction

If you are reading this review, and considering contacting Mellicia, stop hesitating! She is amazing and the process is worth every penny. She spends the time to get to know you and learn about who you are as a person and what your style goals are. I wanted to step up my game at work, and she helped me find new amazing pieces but also make outfits out of clothes I already had. We all have that one outfit we just love, and feel super confident in… but imagine if all your clothes were like that. This is how Mellicia helped me transform my attitude and outlook about clothes. If you feel good about how you look and what you’re wearing, the day seems much easier to conquer. I adore Mellicia and have loved working with her and highly recommend her to anyone needing a boost!

Boy, has my life changed after working with Mellicia! After many years of the frumpy mom look, it was really time for a change! Now I feel like I’ve found my identity again. Even though all that’s changed is I’ve got some nice new outfits in the closet and I have a better understanding of the kind of clothes I should be wearing, I feel like the change represents so much more. I’ve found the real me again! Mellicia also helped me to venture beyond my comfort to try out new and exciting looks that I never would have thought would work so well. This was definitely worth the investment!

I hesitated contacting Mellicia for a long time — I thought that asking someone to help me with my style problems was too much of a luxury and I should just «handle it» myself. Then one day I was particularly tired of wearing the same button-​down shirt and blazer combo day after day, and I just decided to investment in myself. So much of your career success depends upon how you present yourself! That was 6 months ago and it was easily one of the best investments I’ve ever made!
Mellicia’s attention to detail, the way she listens to what I want and need is unparalleled. In particular, the Closet Edit was one of the most freeing exercises I’ve ever experienced. After that — the rest of the package just fell into place.
Mellicia has such a great sense of style — I completely trust her opinion and rely on her to choose items that work best for my style, my life, and my budget.
Thank you, Mellicia!

Mellicia is amazing & working with her was a delight. She made shopping fun for someone who hates it. Her keen attention to style, personality and clothes has transformed my closet into a treasure chest of goodies. I honestly now can’t wait to find an occasion to dress up, or wear exciting, bold & fun color options. I still love my workout clothes but now they are used primarily for sports activities.
Mellicia, Thank you!

I was worried I would be beautifully styled as someone else, but Melicia took the time to know me, my life, what I like and how I want to express myself. She does her research, is an expert stylist, has a passion for what she does, is practical and fun to be around. It was a delight to go through this very personal experience with her. I have moved from being frozen on the spot in my closet every morning, to getting ready in a jiffy and feeling great! I get at least one comment per day about my clothes. My personal favorite is ‘you look so put together’.

A year ago my husband got me the wonderful gift of Mellicia’s services for my birthday. Now a revamped wardrobe and a couple wishlists later, I’m still so happy about the direction she has given me! I was in a serious rut with my clothes. Things were going well with my career and other things, but my clothes did not reflect that at all. Mellicia put me at ease right away. She is exactly the right person for this kind of profession. She makes you feel like you are not your blah wardrobe, you are an amazing person and she is there to help you get there. The clothes she selected were right on with what I was hoping and made me feel great. Mellicia is very responsive and I’m so impressed with how she remembers my preferences so when I ask for a new wishlist, I don’t have to mention my price range or anything else I’ve told her along those lines. She makes getting dressed in the morning so much fun. That’s what I was not having before with my wardrobe — fun. I can’t say enough good things about her. She even sent me a card for my birthday :) Thank you Mellicia!

This is long overdue, but in no way reflects my admiration for this woman and her style skills. In a few words: Mellicia kills it!
I chose the closet edit as that was my biggest hurdle — staring at a closet jam packed with clothes and still choosing the same five outfits morning after morning — Needless to say I felt stuck and uninspired.
Enter Mellicia Marx…
Mellicia helped me sort through that cluttered closet and get rid of things I had held on to for too many years. She asked smart questions to really help me understand why I was holding onto certain items and figure out the missing «links» from my wardrobe that would make an even bigger impact. She taught me how to «see» my old clothes in a new light and create outfits from pieces that I never thought of putting together before.
Now, I have a streamlined closet full of clothes that I want to wear, make me feel fabulous and new again!
Thank you, Mellicia for all that you do!

As I write this, I’m standing in front of a gorgeous, fun wardrobe Mellicia helped me put together. She’s so wonderful to work with! After years of feeling like I had nothing to wear and **hating** shopping, it’s such a cool feeling to look forward to picking out clothes. Mellicia knows how to help you look the way you want to – without looking like you’re trying too hard. If that’s not magic, I don’t know what is. Plus she’s helping me wear trends in a way that I still feel like me. Only cooler. I LOVED the closet edit. Mellicia helped me get rid of clothes I’d hung on to forever for no reason other than I thought I should… And did I mention she’s all about giving back? Making the world more stylish — and more beautiful. Give this woman a call!

Just can’t say enough good stuff about Mellicia Marx /​Poplin Style Direction!
Her services came to me as a Mother’s Day gift from my daughter, who had her ‘style direction’ changed by Mellicia. Mine was a bit different than my daughter’s, as I had recently lost over 80 lbs and had been wearing a size 18+ for over 20 years. I had so many years of no real style and very limited choices, I just wore the few things that fit me over and over again. Having a slimmer body with new, smaller clothes to wear was pretty exciting for me – but I was having trouble making it all work. Plus I had some extra loose skin issues that I was not overly happy with.
Enter Mellicia and her mad style skills. She delved into the ‘real me’ and found out my likes/​dislikes and wishes. She sent my Über Wishlist and I shopped until 2 am. I had a roadmap! I had a list! I had some easy rules to follow that would keep me in style but my comfort zone, plus a few items that were so different from what I would have ever chosen for myself, but LOVED as soon as I wore them. She put much thought and effort into every item on the list. The cool thing is she asked me what I was thinking of spending on this new wardrobe, and I had no clue — but she wasn’t trying to be pushy or anything — just wanted to know where she should look within my comfort. Was I comfortable with Nordstrom? Old Navy? The Limited? Plus more. Also, she said there’s no pressure to purchase all of the choices, but to choose the ones I liked.
After a while, she came over for Outfit Creation. AMAZING. She created so many outfits for me — using my new purchases and items I had already. I have absolutely no stress thinking about «what to wear» in the morning… or for a party… it’s all put together for me in a series of pictures with coordinating shoes/​purse/​jewelry! Friends and family have noticed and approve! Hubby loves my new look. I’m hooked — feel like I have a whole new life and it feels wonderful. Love what you do, Mellicia!

So there’s a common thread in these reviews, and I’ll echo it too. I feel like me again, at last! And this wouldn’t have been possible without Mellicia’s enthusiastic and caring approach.
Her questions were gentle but probing, and she was so supportive as I was trying to put my feelings into words. She encouraged me to try new things, and as I started to have confidence in my choices and in my look, she was my cheerleader and counselor.
I have been a lazy shopper all my life, happily buying random things just because I was thrilled they fit. Mellicia’s über wishlist was like a candy store for me — I bought from it, but I was also inspired by it to go different directions than I’d done before. In fact, I’m wearing things right now I never would have had the confidence to wear before. I’m owning my style words — edgy, unexpected, hard and soft — all with credit to Mellicia.
I am hooked. I’ve already told my family that this is the gift of my future, and I expect to be one of Mellicia’s clients for a long, long time.

If you don’t want to read the entire review, here’s the bottom line: Mellicia understands fashion and people in a way that makes her the ideal personal stylist!
For years, I’d felt like my clothes were boring and frumpy. For my birthday in 2013, my husband gave me the services of a personal stylist. I picked Mellicia and Poplin Style based on the services that she offered – it seemed like I’d get the biggest bang for my buck. Having never met her before, I was delightfully surprised to find that I also enjoyed every minute I spent with her. She took a genuine interest in getting to know me and my needs, and I had so much fun shopping with her.
I was nervous before our initial meeting, but Mellicia put me at ease right away. I could have never put my «style» into words, but she asked thoughtful, easy questions to help her understand my personality. Before our shopping trip, she created an online plan for me, which I still use a year later. The plan helps me figure out which cuts, styles and colors work best for me. It’s like having Mellicia on your phone!
Our shopping trip was terrific. She encouraged me to try new things, and showed me how to pick out combinations that work for me. She got me to wear clothes that I NEVER would have tried before. I left that trip with more than clothes; I left excited and confident about my new look.
It has been almost a year since I first worked with Mellicia, and it’s the gift that keeps on giving. I have continued to buy new, interesting clothes, and I feel excited about getting dressed in the morning. Mellicia holds periodic client events, which offer additional opportunities to shop with her. A personal stylist may feel like an indulgence, but feeling good about yourself is so fundamental that it’s worth the investment.

Finally! I feel like *ME* again — but a better, more confident version. I had been searching to rediscover my style since the birth of my daughter three years ago, but was struggling big time. I’d sought the help of stylists in the past (I even work for a large retailer with stylists on staff) but just kept feeling like I was being put into a «working mom» bucket I wasn’t feeling whatsoever.
Where Mellicia stood out from the pack was her genuine interest and dedication to get to know ME — my interests, my passions, what made me tick, and how I aspired to feel and and present myself to the world. She spent a good hour with me, just asking me questions — it felt like getting to know a new good friend! I was beyond impressed that just from that one conversation she picked up so much. I had no idea how she was going to blend «Funky, Feminine with an Edge, Urban Boho, Polished» but she totally nailed my style.
Before she readied my list of perfect clothes, :) … she gave me some SUPER helpful tips that I was able to use immediately with my own tired old clothes and I couldn’t believe what happened — I was so excited I texted her about it. After feeling like I received zero compliments for the half-​decade prior in one day on my lunch hour I received THREE compliments from total strangers about my outfit. If I could feel this good from what I already had, what was my über wish list going to look like?
WELL — from the minute I opened up my list I was drooling over every selection she made for me. It screamed «KATE» from the rooftops and I had to order just about everything on it that day.
I feel amazing. I get compliments every day. My husband says I’ve been looking «sassy» lately and it reminds me of when we first met. Up until now I was trying to deny the «working mom» look but I actually feel more like one! A fabulous one who exudes confidence, makes it all happen in the office, and then comes home to whip up an amazing dinner for her family.
Who knew some new clothes and some helpful tips could change how I feel about myself so much? Mellicia is top-​notch. She’s worth every penny, and then some. I’m a changed woman!

My dear husband gifted me Mellicia’s services after I had my first child and was preparing for my return to work. He was savvy enough to catch on to my complaints about a wardrobe of tight, ill-​fitting pants, how I always felt a little sloppy, and how the thought of going to the mall and actually shopping made me cringe. When he told me about the gift I thought– wow, that’s pretty indulgent… a personal stylist for, ME? But honestly, it totally exceeded my expectations.
The reasons I love Poplin:
1) Mellicia is totally pleasant and personable and never made me feel pressured or intimidated by style. It was always about what worked for me, my life, and MY style. Oh, and she worked within the confines of my budget, too.
2) She made me an über-​wish list of about 30-​ish items (basically, online shopped for me) and once the packages started arriving they were nearly all winners. It was kinda scary how well she nailed it. She even considered my needs to pump at work so her recommendations allowed for easy access to do that. I hadn’t even thought of that!
3) I definitely have a better sense of what works on my body– petite & pear (with bonus new-​mom belly). I see myself referencing my personal Poplin page next time I’m shopping– it outlines what looks best on my body-​type. This is a really handy resource. Also, everyone thought I lost weight! Huh?
4) The OUTFITS! Mellicia actually holes herself up in your closet and puts together outfits from your wardrobe in new and amazing ways. She takes photos and uploads them to your page. I cannot tell you how much my sleep-​deprived mommy brain has benefited from this. No kidding, this whole last week I’ve decided what to wear using these photos, rushed to get ready in 10 – 15 mins, and still get compliments from my office peeps! Love love love.
5) An investment? My sister came up with this one but its true! Now that I have a better idea of what looks good on me I’m going to be more selective when making future purchases. No more tags sitting on unworn clothes or donating nearly new items because I now realize they don’t work.
I have never thought this much about clothes in my life. But it IS important for me to look good, feel professional, and be comfortable. And now I do! I really loved this service, very highly recommended!

I finally decided it was time for a fresh outlook on my wardrobe and happened upon a Facebook ad for Poplin. I thought I would take a chance and am so glad I did! Although I live thousands of miles away from Seattle, Mellicia did an amazing job on our Skype conversations hearing out my laundry list of fashion likes and dislikes and then ensuring that my Über Wishlist reflected me and where I wanted to take my new look. Not only did she provide me with some ideas for beautiful articles of clothing to add to my closet, but she also helped me gain more confidence in mixing and matching new and old pieces to create a fresh new look. I highly recommend Poplin’s services, especially to those who live outside of WA!

Can I just say that I’m totally obsessed with Mellicia? Seriously. This woman has not only taught me how to dress in a way that flatters my shape, but she has also changed the way I feel about myself, and (in an unexpected twist) changed the way my husband feels about me too. Ha ha… hello, leather pants! More on that later.
When I initially met with Mellicia, I recall telling her how uncomfortable I felt in all my clothes after having my 2^nd baby. I was hoping she could simply help me find clothes that would hide my mid section and then we’d call it a day. But when we met a second time to go over my style plan and look at what I had in my closet, I realized she had SO much more to offer. I consider myself to be fairly fashion savvy, but I was surprised at how much I learned from her that day! She explained that I am a tall rectangle shape and taught me all the ways to accentuate my waist. My favorite tidbit: I can try wearing jackets with details at the wrists (i.e. leather cuffs, zippers, etc), so when my hands are down at my sides it draws attention to my waist. Uh yeah, I NEVER would have thought of that, but I ended up buying that type of jacket, and those little details made all the difference on me!
Fast forward a few weeks, and Mellicia emailed me the link to the über wishlist she created for me. I opened it up and before I even scrolled down to the 4^th or 5^th item, I remember having this thought: «Oh…my…god. I am OBSESSED.» She totally and completely got me. I felt giddy looking at my list. :-) And what I thought was especially cool is that she gave very detailed advice on what other items to pair it with on my list, as well ideas for pairing it with items already in my closet.
I purchased almost every single thing off of my list, including a pair of faux leather skinny pants, which is very far outside of my normal comfort zone. But in the spirit of trying new things, I figured I would give them a chance. Well let me tell you, when I came downstairs wearing the pants to ask my husband if they were «too much», I got quite a reaction! His jaw dropped and he said, «Wow…that’s one hell of a service! Worth every penny!» He REALLY liked the pants. And this is coming from a guy who never really says anything about what I’m wearing. I also noticed in the following weeks that he would randomly compliment me on whatever I was wearing and tell me I look nice. Such an unexpected, but welcome effect on my marriage! :-)
Finally, Mellicia came over and put together several outfits made up of my new pieces (mixed in with some old pieces), photographed them, and put them up on my personal page for me. This is awesome because when I get up in the morning, all I have to do is swipe through a few photos, pick the outfit I want to wear and pull those items out of my closet. Done. No more sitting and staring at my closet while I try to figure out what to wear. This is especially helpful when I’m distracted and stressing about getting the kids ready and out the door. It’s one less thing to worry about!
In summary, I would (and do) recommend anyone and everyone to Mellicia. I’ve already purchased her services as a gift for my mom and when anyone compliments what I’m wearing (which people do a lot more of now!), I usually go on and on about how amazing Mellicia is and suggest that they use her as well. :-) I went in to this whole thing expecting her to help me hide my mommy tummy, but she ended up teaching me how to actually accentuate what I initially thought was my biggest flaw. She totally changed the way I feel about myself! All my new clothes make me feel GREAT and as much as I’d like to think that I simply look hot in my leather pants, it’s more likely that my new found confidence is what has had such a positive effect on my marriage.
Work with Mellicia. You need her in your life. :-)

Mellicia is, in a word, amazing! I’d worked with other stylists in the past and never felt that they really «got» my style. After just a couple short (and fun!) meetings with Mellicia, she nailed it. Part of my challenge is that I can’t stand shopping. I’m all about the online, and Mellicia makes it easy … she sends me lists of items she’s found for me online, and all I have to do is click and buy! I’ve been working with her for several months and she never ceases to wow me with the items she recommends.
A couple of my friends have worked with Mellicia as well, and it’s been so fun to see her work her magic on them! We all have completely different styles, and she’s dressed us all to perfection. She has an incredible knack for quickly getting a read on peoples’ personal style and making them feel great.
I would highly recommend Mellicia and Poplin Style Direction to anyone. She is FAB!

It’s like What Not to Wear, but she’s really, really kind. I witnessed a friend’s wardrobe edit session and was so impressed. So if you’re ever fantasized about being on that show but dread the wrath of Stacy and Clinton, give Mellicia a call. She’ll make you feel great about you, your taste, and your sense of fashion.

As a mother of a two-​year-​old, I feel like my body has had some ups and downs lately, both style-​wise and weight-​wise. I needed help pulling myself together to begin a new career, and Mellicia did just that, and then some. I opted for the shopping + outfits package, and already feel my confidence and esteem have been boosted. We got tons of what I like to think of as «workhorse pieces» from the Gap mostly, to round out my other quirky pieces I was having trouble creating stylish outfits with. Then she takes photos of outfits she creates from your wardrobe (including shoes and bags!) so you don’t even have to think in the morning! Thank you Mellicia! Highly recommended!

Before I worked with Mellicia, I was in a rut clothing-​wise. I wasn’t excited about any of my clothes and did not feel confident in putting outfits together. I decided to start with the closet edit since I knew needed to do something, but didn’t have the budget for a whole shopping expedition (if I did, that is next thing I would do!). The closet edit included an initial consultation and a personalized style plan that she created based on our conversation. It contains fit tips, best colors and lots of other great info just for me based on my body type and coloring, and it’s online so I can refer to it whenever I want to (and have many times since!). It’s been very helpful. In our initial meeting, Mellicia asked me lots of detailed questions, took notes and helped me clarify for myself what my own style is. She doesn’t force trends or another person’s style.
Then we did the closet edit, which was immensely helpful. I was a bit nervous about doing this, since I already wasn’t feeling good about what was in my closet, but she made me feel comfortable about the whole process with her lighthearted presence and I ended up feeling more confident because it turned out there were lots of good things in there already. We went through each piece and she told me what works and why, and what doesn’t and why. There were some things in there that I suspected didn’t work for me, but was having trouble figuring out the reason they weren’t right. Now that I know, I won’t make those mistakes in future purchases!
She also gave me some great ideas on combinations I’d never thought of. Even though we weeded out many items, I feel like I have MORE options now even though I didn’t add anything new. She also helped me reorganize my closet in a way that is more beautiful to look at and makes me more excited when I’m picking out what to wear. I am excited to work with her again in the future, and until that day, I am feeling much more confident and happy with my current wardrobe.

Mellicia is a style genius. First she worked with me to edit my closet so I could «shop» it. Out went everything that didn’t fit, flatter or ever get worn. She organized and left me with a closet full of fun items I’d forgotten about or hadn’t considered wearing together. The next morning (and every one since), I shopped my own closet and loved my outfit! After that, we went on a shopping visit at which I found multiple items that I now wear relentlessly. She’s taught me what looks good and what’s less flattering for my body type. I’m looking forward to our next visit where I get my very own «look book.» Everyone could use a little Mellicia in their life!