Mary Michele Little

Founder and CEO One Chic Mama, Inc.

  • Raleigh NC

Empowering Women through Personal Style

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Mary Michele Little is on a mission to help women discover how beautiful they really are. As Founder of One Chic Mama, Inc., she knows firsthand that you can be pleased with nothing if you are not pleased with yourself and is committed to creating resources to educate and empower women to feel fabulous from the inside out.

With more than 2 decades of experience in the fashion industry, Mary Michele began her career designing hats and custom wedding gowns and moved on to design a line of women’s apparel that was sold in boutiques across the country.

Mary Michele has spent a lifetime being fascinated with personal style, and cultivating a style of her very own. From an early age she noticed a connection between what women wore and who they are, as well as the messages that one’s own personal style can send. She understands that when one’s self-expression is meaningful that it can help them stand out for all the right reasons! In 2010 Mary Michele created her proprietary StyleFinder™ System to help her clients clearly define their style and dress from the inside out.

Mary Michele is a national speaker, author and freelance writer. She was voted as one of the Triangle’s Most 25 Stylish People in 2012, is a board member at UNC-G (her alma mater), a regular guest on NBC 17’s My Carolina Today, a contributor to Triangle Style Magazine and author of the book, “Secrets of Style”. She is a member of Toastmasters International, Women’s Power Networking and volunteers for Dress for Success and Interact. Mary Michele lives with her family in Raleigh.

Some of her favorite things include dark chocolate, good red wine, anything handcrafted, good conversation, yoga, travel and living life on purpose. Learn more about her at www.onechicmama.com

Industry Expertise

Cosmetics and Beauty
Professional Training and Coaching
Apparel/Accessories

Areas of Expertise

Style
Self Image
Beauty
Branding

Education

UNC-G

Bachelor of Science, Home Economics

Apparel Arts

1990

Affiliations

  • Toastmasters, Intl
  • Dress for Success

Testimonials

Executive Assistant

Novant Health, Star Program

Michele has presented multiple image empowerment trainings for the Administrative Professionals development program in our organization and each time the participants have received a wealth of information to help them boost their self image and look their best. We've enjoyed how she breaks this information down into bite sized pieces so that we really get what she's talking about. We would highly recommend Michele as a speaker and trainer. She's knowledgeable and personable, and really knows her stuff. You won't be disappointed.

Glaxo Smith Kline

Effortless Dressing Everyday

I was able to attend one of Michele’s group workshops which was very informative. She discussed and showed great examples during the presentation. She also reminded everyone, most importantly, that not all trends are for everyone. Michele provided an excellent environment for questions and was able to provide thorough answers to questions posed. I would recommend Michele as an excellent resource for promoting self image.

President

Dress for Success, Triangle

Working with Michele is a partnership. She notes styles and colors that appeal to me – and provides candid feedback. She has a good eye for color and the ability to select key pieces that really punch up the style level in my wardrobe. The end result is that I make decisions that result in clothing I get much more wear out of individually and am able to incorporate into a variety of looks. That translates to superb value – in the clothing and in her services.

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Event Appearances

Cary Chamber of Commerce

Women In Business Luncheon  Prestonwood Country Club, Cary NC

Sample Talks

Be Your Brand: Seven Steps to Boost Your Style, Build Your Credibility and Stand Out like a Rock Star in Your Industry

In 2012 you are your brand. How you do anything is how you do everything and your image is more powerful than you realize. Create an image that translates into your personal brand and takes your business to a whole new level.
Takeaways:
1. To gain an understanding of how much our image influences our success – or our lack of it.
2. To empower women entrepreneurs to create an image that is consistent with their message.

Style

Availability

  • Keynote
  • Moderator
  • Panelist
  • Workshop Leader
  • Host/MC
  • Author Appearance
  • Corporate Training

Fees

$500 to $15000*Will consider certain engagements for no fee