About Clare Maxfield

Clare Maxfield

Clare Maxfield AICI CIP is an international image consultant, author, trainer and CEO of Image Innovators. With decades of experience in personal style, colour analysis, professional image and image consultant training, Clare helps people understand how appearance communicates before a word is spoken.

Clare is available for interviews, podcasts, expert commentary, webinars, workshops and speaking engagements on image, colour, personal branding, professional presence and the business of image consulting.

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About Clare Maxfield

Clare Maxfield is an internationally recognised image consultant, author, speaker and trainer, and the CEO of Image Innovators.

After first studying with Image Innovators many years ago, Clare went on to build a successful career in the image industry before later purchasing the company.

Today, she leads Image Innovators as a global training and resources company, supporting aspiring and practising image consultants with professional systems, tools and education.

Clare is the author of seven books and is known for her practical, engaging and system-based approach to image.

Her work spans colour analysis, style personality, body shape, wardrobe planning, professional presentation, etiquette, grooming and personal branding.

Her philosophy is simple: we are talking before we open our mouths. Through her training, speaking and resources, Clare helps people understand not only what to wear, but why it works.

Speaking Topics

Personal Image

Colour & Style

How does colour affect the way people see you?
A practical look at how colour influences mood, trust, confidence, authority and approachability.

What does your personal style say about you?
How clothing communicates personality, values and intention before you even speak.

Is colour analysis still relevant today?
Why modern colour analysis is more than finding “your colours” and how it supports confidence, wardrobe planning and personal branding.

How do I find my personal style?
A practical guide to understanding your style personality, clothing preferences and what makes you feel confident.

How do I build a wardrobe that works for me?
How to create a wardrobe that suits your lifestyle, colouring, body shape, personality and goals.

Presence

Personal Branding

How can I improve my professional image?
Simple, strategic ways to use clothing, grooming, colour and presence to build credibility and confidence.

Why are first impressions important in business?
How appearance, behaviour, grooming and communication shape trust and professional impact.

How can I use personal branding to stand out?
How professionals can align their image, message and presence to be more memorable and effective.

What does my clothing communicate at work?
How wardrobe choices influence authority, approachability, attention and perceived competence.

How can I look more confident and professional?
Practical image strategies for feeling polished, prepared and aligned in professional settings.

Career Opportunities

Full or part time

How do I become an image consultant?
What image consulting involves, what skills are needed and how to begin building a career in the industry.

What is the difference between a stylist and an image consultant?
How image consulting goes beyond clothing to include colour, communication, presence, personal branding and client transformation.

Can you make money as an image consultant?
How image consultants can build income through consultations, workshops, training, corporate work and digital tools.

How do image consultants create better client experiences?
Why structure, process and communication are essential for trust, referrals and long-term client success.

How can image consultants grow their business?
How consultants can expand through workshops, webinars, memberships, digital tools, corporate presentations and repeatable systems.