Alpha M. Image Consulting
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 9 am - 5 pm
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- By Appointment Only:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
One review for Alpha M. Image Consulting
1 review in English
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Review from DJ A.
Alexandria, VA
4/18/2010
I grew a beard for my ex-wife seven years ago when we were dating, and I wanted advice about whether I should get rid of it, morph it, or keep it. (The beard, that is... got rid of her a few years ago!)
I discovered Aaron Merino through his Youtube vid on beards. I then visited his http://MaleStyleGuide.com where I found just what I was looking for: Aaron's personal "Virtual Grooming" consult. I figured what the hay, can't go wrong for $30, so I clicked. Within a half hour I got an email from Aaron, and I responded with a short profile and three recent fotos.
After backing and forthing a few times on email, Aaron gave me some really great advice, and I'm glad I asked. Never would have thought about the points he made, like the relationship between a beard and your perceived age (if you feel and act younger than you are, you better do something to look the part). He also gave me some specific advice on eyeglasses (definitely needed a makeover there) and hair.
This guy has 60 videos on Youtube, they are great. You know what, guys? It's OK to ask! And Aaron Merino is the guy.
-- DJ Arnoldo, Alexandria, VA
Specialties
alpha m. Image Consulting (www.alphamimageconsulting.com) was launched back in 2005 due to a lack of resources and options for real world help and advice regarding image, style and grooming for men. alpha m's goal is to help men look and feel the best that they can ... every day of their life.
History
Established in 2005
alpha m was established in 2005, specializing in real world guidance for men centered around image, style, fashion, and grooming. Not only does the company provide male makeovers and other image consulting services, but the company provides certification workshops to train others to be image consultants.
Male Style Guide was formed shortly thereafter, giving men advice, commentary, and products on all things image-- namely virtual services for those not in the Atlanta area or don't have a means to get to Atlanta. Aaron Marino penned the book, "The Guy's Guide to Image, Style, & Impeccable Grooming" which is also for sale on the Male Style Guide site.
The popularity for the virtual services has sky-rockted as well as the YouTube videos are wildly popular.
Meet the Business Owner: Aaron M.
My interest in fashion and style was alive and kicking as far back as I can remember. My moment of actualization happened at the tender age of 6.One day while shopping with my mother, we stumbled across the underwear you may remember called "Underoos"with a specific superhero donning the package. These were like a fashion gift from the Gods in my little 6-year old mind. Like any other kid, I begged and pleaded with my mother until she broke down and bought me a few pairs. The only problem was that unlike most other little kids, I could not bear the thought of hiding these beauties under my pants. So I decided to take it upon myself to wear them over top of my pants. My mother being a hippie and not wanting to stifle my creativity allowed the fashion statement around the house and even occasionally out in public. She did draw the line as far as school was concerned. I did eventually out grow this style but my passion for fashion has continued and thankfully matured.
