ABSTRACT
PIECING TOGETHER MAJOR ELEMENTS OF THE IMAGE PUZZLE A good presentation is the result of a conscious and a creative partnering effort on the part of both the provider and the patient. Appearance restoration requires a basic understanding of the first impression factors that impact presence such as; the timeliness of clothing trends, good lines, good fit, originality, proper accessories, and matching suitable attire to the occasion. Patients who seek to restore their appearance can do so by tapping into a camouflage dressing system that not only conceals their physical irregularities but defines their sense of individual style. Learning does not stop when the sessions conclude; patients are required to complete a series of followup home assignments. These special image building, selfdirected training exercises help them to become even more aware of the influence on others of their selection of colors, fabric textures, patterns and style designs that specifically will appeal to those who will be viewing them.
