My Features and Media Appearances in Image Consulting
My work in image management and personal branding has been featured across various platforms. Explore highlights from my journey as a keynote speaker, panelist, and industry contributor.
I was thrilled to be featured in The New Indian Express for my insights on festive dressing. In the article, I share tips on choosing fabrics, silhouettes, and accessories to create a youthful and modern ethnic look.
It was an honor to co-host a personal development webinar on 'Image Building' for Herbalife's top achievers. I shared the stage with Madhavi Shetty, reaching an audience of 4,500 participants across India.
I was proud to be a panelist at the Indian Coaching Summit 2025. This event brought together top coaches to discuss the latest trends and strategies in the personal and professional development industry.
I was invited to be an audition judge for 'The Style Social 2.0 Style Icon Hunt'. My role was to identify individuals with a strong sense of personal style and the potential to become fashion influencers.
My advice on elevating your Indian style quotient was recently quoted in the New Indian Express. I discussed how to blend traditional and modern elements for a chic festive look.
Thank you to ALILIA Marketing & Events for featuring my story as part of their 'Women in Business' series. They highlighted how passion and perseverance are key to limitless success.
This feature by ALILIA shared some of my key challenges and breakthroughs, including my work with a client with a cleft palate and my pivot to online coaching during the pandemic.
A feature from ALILIA detailing my 14-year journey in Image Consulting. My career has been a testament to the power of believing in one's potential and the impact of helping others do the same.
In this feature, I share my top advice for women in business. Being true to yourself, having conviction, and identifying your unique selling proposition are essential for success.
Honored to be featured in the 'Women in Business' series by ALILIA. The piece focused on my work as an Image Consultant and my journey of breaking barriers and leading with impact.
About As Seen In The Media
When I contribute to articles or speak at summits, I do not just discuss trends. I explain the psychology behind the choices we make—the impact of color on your mood, why specific fabrics shift your presence, and how to balance professional authority with your personal identity. Whether it is decoding festive dressing for the New Indian Express or discussing the science of personal branding at leadership summits, my goal is always to turn expert advice into practical tools you can use to feel more confident in your daily life.
Being featured in publications like The New Indian Express or sharing the stage at the Indian Coaching Summit is more than just visibility for me. It is an opportunity to demystify image consulting. Many people mistakenly believe that styling is only about aesthetics or following the latest trends, but my contributions often focus on the deeper 'how' and 'why'—enclothed cognition, the 4 A's of image management, and why feeling the part is the first step to becoming it.
My Approach in the Media
When I am invited to judge events like the Style Icon Hunt or participate in panels on personal branding, I bring the same methodology I use with my one-on-one clients. I challenge the notion that you need to be perfect to be present. Instead, I focus on:
- Practicality: How to blend traditional Indian elements with modern workwear.
- Mindset: Why your self-worth should dictate your style, not the other way around.
- Sustainability: Choosing pieces that align with your unique architecture and lifestyle, rather than mindless consumption.
What You Will Find in These Sessions
If you have come across my work in a webinar or a keynote address, you have likely heard me talk about the intersection of mindset and presentation. I help professionals, from corporate leaders at companies like HDFC and LinkedIn to individuals navigating personal milestones, bridge the gap between how they see themselves and how the world sees them.
I treat every media feature as a mini-coaching session, distilling complex concepts like emotional intelligence and strategic styling into actionable advice. If any of these topics resonated with you, I invite you to explore my individual coaching sessions, where we can apply these principles to your specific journey.
Sonia Pardesi
I am Sonia, and I believe looking the part is just the beginning of feeling it. My work blends certified NLP techniques with practical styling to help you show up as your strongest self. I am not here to change who you are; I am here to uncover the confidence that is already there.
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