Bridgett Battles is an executive presence strategist, a person who shows you how to present yourself so that you inspire confidence in others.

Dressing for the part is a critical aspect of that and this Drexel Hill fashion expert was first inspired by her grandmother, writes Eileen Smith Dallabrida for Main Line Today.

She came from the small town of High Point, North Carolina, where everyone knew everyone else.

“When you went out, you had to look your best,” she said.

Battles used to sit and watch her grandmother get dressed to go out on the weekend.

“She always turned it out, and everybody anticipated her arrival because she’d be dressed to the nines and doused in Clinique or Elizabeth Taylor’s White Diamonds,” Battles said.

 Mesmerized by her confidence and appearance, Battles knew she wanted to do the same.

Battles’ own fashion style is classic with sass—rhinestones, sequins, or a “wow” factor on one of the items.

Wearing clothes that make you look and feel good can boost your confidence, executive presence and credibility, she said.

“Fashion transcends the diversity line. It drives innovation and supports cultural reflection,” she said.

See what fashion advice Bridgett Battles’ has and find out where her favorite local shops are located in Main Line Today.