First came the casual sightings (BeDazzled jeans in the back of your closet). Next, the traces of physical evidence (DayGlo bra strap peeking out of your tank). Finally, you made contact (faux-fur bikini and matching hat). 

Yes. It’s true. You’ve had clothes encounters of the totally out-there kind.

So before your closet turns into an all-out war of the fashion worlds, call personal stylist Bobbi Schwartz. The former teacher’s worked for Forty Five Ten and Ralph Lauren. Which means she has exceptional taste and a patient soul.

Just invite her over to discuss your lifestyle, budget, likes, and dislikes. Then point her to your closet and watch as she tosses items that don’t fit or are plain awful. Together you will find the holes, and she’ll go shopping (with or without you) to fill them in.

She’ll even create a handy flip chart that lists every possible clothes combination — ensuring all your ensembles are equally inviting.

And not the least bit alienating.

Bobbi Schwartz (214-505-5051 or stylefirst@earthlink.net).