The Power Of Wardobe & Showing Up As Your Best Self With Risa Kostis, Co-Founder & CEO Of The Rescue Kit Company

I’m joined by Risa Kostis, a wardrobe stylist, personal shopper, and co-founder and CEO of The Rescue Kit Company, a curated fashion solution for brides and beyond. Risa and I dive into how she developed her love of fashion from a young age, what landed her in the bridal industry, and the story behind why she and her sister launched The Rescue Kit Company. We discuss the biggest business lessons that she’s learned along the way, including how to uphold boundaries and protect your energy. Plus, Risa shares her top tips for staying stylish on a budget and what three pieces every woman should have in her closet right now. 

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT:

• How Risa found deeper meaning in uplifting her clients through hair, makeup, and fashion 
• Risa’s Advice for anyone who wants to explore a more fashionable side of themselves, but fears potential judgment or negative feedback  
• The strategy behind developing and scaling The Rescue Kit Company 
• Learning how to network and put yourself out there, but not over-commit your schedule 
• Risa’s morning routine that sets her day up for success 

RESOURCES

• Use code GILLEAN15 to get 15% off your order at therescuekitco.com/discount/GILLEAN15!  
• Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself by Nedra Glover Tawwab  
• The RealReal 
• Dora Maar 
• ASOS 
• Heidi Boutique  
• Charmed Avenue 
• Muse Apparel  
• Mae & Marie 

CONNECT WITH RISA 

Visit Risa’s website: risakostis.com

Follow Risa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/risakostis/ 

Shop The Rescue Kit Company: therescuekitco.com 

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