Suanré Stander (née Suanre Stander) is a South African image consultant, personal stylist, and confidence coach based in Malmesbury, Western Cape. She is the founder and principal consultant of “She Reflects”, a personal image and confidence consulting brand dedicated to helping women discover their unique style, colors, and self-confidence through transformative styling experiences. Stander integrates principles of faith-based empowerment with professional image consulting to help women align their external presentation with their internal identity.
Nationality: South African
Education: Cum Laude in Image Consulting & Styling, SA Image Academy
Occupation: Image Consultant, Personal Stylist, Confidence Coach
Known For: Founder of She Reflects, Faith-based image consulting
Website: www.shereflects.co.za (forthcoming)
Career
Suanré Stander’s career in image consulting emerged from a passionate calling to help women rediscover their beauty, confidence, and purpose through intentional style and self-expression. Her professional journey began with formal education at the SA Image Academy, where she graduated with distinction (Cum Laude) in Image Consulting and Styling.
In establishing She Reflects, Stander created a consulting brand that focuses on helping women “discover the power of how they show up—inside and out.” Her approach is notably rooted in faith and grounded in purpose, operating on the core belief that “every woman reflects something greater.” Through She Reflects, Stander offers personalized services including wardrobe styling, colour analysis, personal shopping, and confidence coaching designed to help women radiate confidence that mirrors their inner calling.
While relatively early in her professional journey, Stander has already begun collaborating with other professionals in the industry, including The Style Sorority. Her work continues to evolve as she develops her website and expands her professional footprint in the image consulting industry throughout South Africa and potentially beyond.
Professional Philosophy
Stander’s professional philosophy is characterized by a faith-based, holistic approach to image consulting that transcends conventional styling services. She operates on the fundamental principle that style should be a authentic reflection of identity, confidence, and the unique story each woman is meant to tell.
Central to her methodology is the conviction that “when a woman feels confident in her appearance, she carries herself differently, attracting opportunities, joy, and deeper self-worth.” This perspective aligns with broader industry understandings of how personal presentation impacts psychological well-being and professional success, as recognized by established image consultants like Edith Chan, who notes that “image is not just about looking good, it’s about embodying authority, confidence and authenticity in every communication and interaction.”
Stander’s mission extends beyond superficial transformations to facilitate what she describes as women “seeing themselves as God sees them: Worthy, Beautiful and Confident.” This spiritual dimension distinguishes her practice within the image consulting field, combining technical expertise in color and style with intentional confidence-building and self-perception work.
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Areas of Expertise
Suanré Stander has developed a specialized skill set that blends traditional image consulting techniques with confidence coaching and faith-based empowerment. Her services are designed to address both the external and internal aspects of personal presentation.
Table: Specialized Service Offerings
| Colour Analysis | Seasonal colour typing, personalized palette development
| Wardrobe Styling | Outfit creation, style identity development
| Body Shape Guidance | Fit recommendations, flattering silhouettes
| Closet Editing | Wardrobe audits, organization strategies
| Personal Shopping | Guided shopping experiences
| Confidence Coaching | Self-esteem building, mindset transformation
| Faith-Based Empowerment | Spiritual alignment with personal presentation
| Personal Branding | Professional image development
Stander’s expertise in colour analysis and wardrobe styling forms the technical foundation of her practice, while her confidence coaching addresses the psychological dimensions of personal image. This dual approach recognizes what industry leaders like Vivian Singh of Haute Image Consulting describe as the importance of understanding “style, colour, wardrobe, personal shopping and all other areas of image consulting which, when put together, create the image that you want the world to see.”
Professional Approach and Methodology
Stander employs a personalized, client-cantered methodology that typically begins with comprehensive assessment and progresses through implementation and integration phases:
1. Discovery Phase: Initial consultation to understand client’s lifestyle, career, social goals, personality, and existing style preferences through structured interviews and assessments.
2. Analysis Phase: Detailed colour analysis to determine most flattering colour palette; body shape assessment to identify optimal silhouettes and styles; wardrobe audit to evaluate existing clothing and identify gaps.
3. Transformation Phase: Personalized styling sessions; closet editing and organization; guided shopping experiences; outfit creation and coordination.
4. Integration Phase: Confidence-building exercises; style implementation strategies; ongoing support and follow-up consultations.
This methodological approach shares similarities with established industry practices while incorporating Stander’s unique faith-based perspective. As noted by image consultant Edith Chan, successful image transformation often involves “wardrobe analysis, personal branding strategy, mindset coaching, and style makeover” components, elements that are clearly present in Stander’s comprehensive methodology.
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Education and Credentials
Stander has pursued formal education in her field, having earned a Cum Laude distinction in Image Consulting and Styling from the SA Image Academy in South Africa. This educational background provides her with technical expertise in:
– Colour theory and seasonal colour analysis
– Body typing and silhouette recommendations
– Wardrobe planning and closet organization
– Personal shopping techniques
– Style psychology and non-verbal communication
While specific certification details are not provided in the available information, her Cum Laude achievement indicates exceptional academic performance in her field of study. She continues to develop her professional knowledge through industry engagement and practical experience with clients.
Professional Presence and Contact Information
Suanré Stander maintains a growing professional presence through multiple channels:
– Email: hello@shereflects.co.za
– Mobile: +27 82 539 8500
– Website: www.shereflects.co.za (forthcoming)
– Instagram: @suanrestander https://www.instagram.com/suanrestander/
– Location: Malmesbury, Western Cape, South Africa
Her physical practice is based at 13 Avon Mills Road, Mount Royal, Malmesbury, Western Cape . She welcomes professional inquiries via email or telephone and is open to collaborations with complementary service providers in the fashion, beauty, and personal development industries.
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