This week's Keeping it Fresh is brought to you by Joni Staples.

 

How long have you been in business?         

I have been a Realtor® since April of 2004 and a broker since 2010. 

What outfit do you own that makes you feel invincible?

Business suits always give me that feeling, but I rarely wear them. I am more into being approachable and helpful. Nothing against being invincible, it's just not my "style." ☺

What is the biggest fashion faux pas you've ever made?

Although you may think that my greatest faux pas was the day I wore the 70s outfit to a Father Daughter Dance, you would be wrong! That was NO mistake! ☺ My greatest faux pas was buying into the media thing that you have to be a certain size, dress sexy enough, etc. to be valuable. BIG mistake and totally NOT true! You are valuable just the way you are!

What celebrity is your style doppelganger?

I have no idea which celebrity would be my style. Comfortable, and FUN, is how I like to dress. Whoever that may be!

Best Fashion Advice?

Do not worry about what is in style. Wear what looks good on you and DO NOT wear something that looks bad JUST because it is in style. Don't be afraid to be yourself. Even if it is a little quirky! Be your own style! Let the Jones' keep up with you!


*Interested in being highlighted in the Keeping It Fresh series? Submit a photo and your answers to the bolded questions to kerrie@activerain.com.

Previous Keeping it Fresh Posts:
Thom Abbott
Jane Peters
Ed Silva
Kristine Ginsberg 

 
Posted by Kerrie La Guardia on 09/24/2012 01:46 PM   Comments (33)   ActiveRain Community in the ActiveRain Channel   keeping it fresh  
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Great advice Kerrie.  To sum it up, MARCH TO YOUR OWN BEAT and don't be a follower, be a leader.
7:11pm • #14
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Lol! I was pretty sure you had trashed that fashionista photo! BAHhahahaHA! :) You're the bomb! XOXO
11:04pm • #15
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Good Morning Kerri,

Thanks for sharing this interesting article with the active rain community! Have a nice day!
8:35am • #16
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Love Joni and she's got the grasp on what's important in life and in style. 
5:59pm • #17
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Cute, Kerrie!  I think I have Joni's outfit hanging in my closet!  I never throw anything away!
7:51pm • #18
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Is this a new feature? I may have missed it in the past, but I'm glad you featured Joni! She's the most positive force you'll find on Active Rain!
9:09pm • #19
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It is important to be comfortable in your own skin.  I can tell Joni is

Kerrie this is going to be a a fun series, can't wait to see more.
9:36pm • #20
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Real estate is about being a real person and just make it happen. Great post on being yourself
5:29am • #21
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Dare to be different ..... dare to be true to yourself ..... Joni knows it's not the clothes that count it is the person wearing them that people will relate to.
8:17am • #22
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If the lime green color of your car is your favorite then we are kindred spirits! I love the color green and I got a hoot out of your bell bottom pants! I remember the 70's well and I do miss them. Great post!
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I say wear anything you know your kids will shirk at - ha ha.   Just kidding, my daughter is my fashion designer and I  rely on her heavily.   I enjoyed seeing the photo - fun fun fun.   Good luck.  Shanna
10:54pm • #24
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Joni, good words to live by. I agree it's better to be who we are rather than dress like someone we are not. Just because something is in style, doesn't mean it's the right style for us.
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Nice to know little more about many of my favorite members, including Joni Staples. 
8:03pm • #26
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Cute interview and great way to get to know Active Rainers on a different level! Definitely keeping it fresh! Thanks for sharing and letting us get to know Joni a little more!
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That's my girl Joni...........she's the bomb!  So cool...........be yourself and wear what makes you happy and what you're comfortable wearing, my philosophy too.
2:37am • #28
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Joni is fantastic! I think she also gave some great advice on fashion. Always best to wear what makes you feel comfortable and look good. Dont just wear something because its in fashion.
9:18am • #29
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I wear what I'm comfortable in that gives me a feeling of professionalism. Thank goodness that criteria has changed over the years, Kerrie.
9:49am • #30
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I can't take my eyes off Joni!!  Each of us must decide what works best for us ... and with our clientele.  Here in Chicagoland, at least for lender, it probably sways a bit towards the more formal yet.  Heck, even as an appraiser in years gone by, I had to wear suits.  Just expected at the time!  I've got a few pics from that former era that would make everyone cringe, Kerrie ... Joni's nothing in comparison!

Gene
2:03pm • #31
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Joni is one great person - her personality always shines through!
8:25am • #32
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I love this photo! Joni is fearless to let you post it here in the Rain!!!
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