I’m Sue Maree,
Founder and lead consultant at Dazzle Image Consulting.
I am an award-winning educator, expert in sustainable fashion, stylist and wardrobe mentor.
From a young age, sewing and creative projects have always been my happy place which has continued my whole life.
When I am not talking about fashion, I also enjoy photography, visiting fashion museums, works of art, relaxing at cafés having yummy brunches or a special high tea and slow walks along the beach.
While my professional career includes a long stint in banking and accounting, my passion for fashion and styling has always been with me. From an early age and various experiences in the workforce, I was aware of how clothing and your personal style impact how you show up in the world.
From admiring my Nana’s elegant and stylish dress sense, to the way my Mum represented herself and her country at the Commonwealth Empire Games, and seeing my Dad in his various ‘uniforms’ as businessman, Rotary Member and Paul Harris Fellow, I absorbed the importance of a stylish personal brand and carried that forward through my own career.
A love of sewing my own clothes and a stint in modelling sparked my fascination with colour, developed my skills in creating fashion, and began my life as a stylist – with my family being my first clients. Through my years working and socialising in the corporate world, I continued to hone my understanding of personal branding and dressing for influence.
During the teen years of my 3 daughters, I was inspired to create a fashion label and boutique for age-appropriate special occasion clothing for tween girls. During this time I undertook formal education in Fashion Design, Garment Construction and Personal Styling, and provided business and photoshoot styling services for a range of clients and organisations.
I also created and delivered a range of workshops for girls and young women, teaching them about fashion, navigating job interviews and a work experience wardrobe, the importance of great first impressions, industry expectations and representing a brand.
As I delved further into the fashion industry during my recent Board role for the Association of Image Consulting International (AICI), I recognised a growing sense of responsibility about the global problem of fashion waste and set out to get answers about how we as individuals can practically help to reduce fashion waste.
I created an interview series to educate our members locally and globally and in 2023, I was honoured to receive the prestigious AICI Global Philanthropy Award for my work.
These days, as well as being a member of the AICI Global Sustainability Committee, my focus is on delivering keynotes, workshops, and educational campaigns about sustainable fashion, the circular economy, and why creating change in the industry is becoming an urgent need.
In short: Dazzle Image Consulting and my work in sustainable fashion is a culmination of my life’s work and passions, and I’m honoured to be able to share my expertise with you.
Work with Sue Maree
From collaborative awareness campaigns and educational events to keynotes, workshops panel discussions, training sessions and interviews, Sue can deliver insightful, practical, and engaging presentations to meet your audience, goals, and budget.