Monday, February 3, 2014
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
15 minute style, how to get out the door well dressed and in no time at all!
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We all have those days where we just cannot get out of the
door on time. The alarm didn’t go off,
the dog got out, you had an unexpected call from a client, or one of the kids
had an emergency! To make things harder you’re
not even dressed and it is time to leave.
Someone is going to be late and walking out the door in your house
clothes is not an option.
Don’t worry, you can still look great in a rush and get
yourself and your family out the door in no time at all!
- First of all it is always helpful to be organized. Have a system in your closet and with your beauty products so you can find anything you need instantly. You do not want to waste minutes searching for a clean shirt or that lipstick you love! Organizing your clothes by color and use is the best way to create an “easy- to- find- anything” closet. Also make sure that everything has a specific place and can be seen; if you can’t see it, you will not find it when you really need to!
- Everything in your wardrobe should ideally work in at least two complete outfits that you feel great in…if anything doesn’t, get rid of it or find pieces that will make it work. Unusable items waste space and can block your view of pieces that are really useful. When your reach for your favorite jacket and the cute skirt that you always wear with it is at the cleaners, you’ll always have that second choice, and you’ll know exactly where to find it.
- And speaking of complete outfits, make sure you have true outfits complete with shoes, jewelry and possibly even outerwear! (A cute rain coat and matching boots can go a long way during a fall rain shower as you are racing the kids to school and then running to finish errands: even sopping wet you’ll feel good in your style) Even your purse and phone case can add to the complete outfit. A great bag can instantly make a simple outfit pop, and all you have to do is grab it as you walk out the door.
- Some really easy ways to ensure that you always look great and well put together are to have coordinating accessories. These accessory packages do not have to match, in fact it looks more sophisticated if they don’t, they just need to have something in common like color, shape or motif. For example you could have your “classic” package consisting of a nude boot, a skinny belt in the same color and a classic silver cuff, or a “polka-dot” package of polka dot pumps, oversized pearls and a spotted head band. Put either of these accessory sets with jeans and a crisp white top, or a pencil skirt and ruffled tank and you are instantly put together and good to walk out the door.
- To be fully finished, practice a few fail safe hair and make-up looks. Every woman needs a good “five minute face”; you should also have a well practiced up-do for your hair that you can fall back on whenever you are having one of those hair days!
So don’t stress, follow these basic hints and feel confident
that you can deal with all the hurdles life throws at you on those difficult
days, as well as looking great and walking out of the door on time!
Saturday, January 11, 2014
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Thursday, November 21, 2013
Thanksgiving Chic
What will you be wearing this year?
What’s your day going to be like?
Are you spending the day cooking in the kitchen with the
family, followed by an informal dinner packed around the house? Are you perhaps
joining in with a gathering of friends for a fun social dinner and
festivities? Or are you going out to
dinner at a fine restaurant for a more formal evening?
Here are three different outfits that will work for the
Holiday centered around a delicious meal and enjoying the company of loved
ones.
For a more formal dinner, a dress with a bit of Fall character
makes the evening special. Something
with an interesting detail with a classic silhouette is perfect. This is a Holiday after all!
For a dinner at friends, making an effort to look nice is
respectful to your hosts, but make sure you are dressed comfortably, especially
in the waist band! Try a whimsical piece matched with knit. Add jewelry but not the fussy pieces that get
in your way:
For an informal affair, have fun with your outfit, no matter
how casual. Jeans are great, but wear
your nicer pair, have fun with your top, layers add depth to your ensemble and
will cover you no matter what you end up doing.
Keep your accessories simple but with character.
Tuesday, November 5, 2013
Style Advise for All Body Types #6
Lesson # 6 - The Fine Print on Print
Size Matters
The larger the person, the larger the scale of the print should be. The
reverse is also true.
The Base Line
Patterns with a darker background are always more slimming.
Block It Out
Shave off inches with color blocking that uses vertical panels
along the sides of the body. If you, like many of us, are uneven; darker colors where you are bigger and lighter colors where you are smaller will be the most flattering color blocking choices for you!
Linear Thinking
Verticle stripes are always flattering, while horizontal stripes can
be tricky. But a dark top with thin, colorful lines about
an inch apart, is a safe bet for almost anyone.Style and Color are Key
Curvy patterns will pick up the curves in your Body, Hair, and Skin, Angular patterns will pick up the angles and lines. The same goes for Color and Contrast.
Choose patterns that compliment your natural beauty.
Monday, October 28, 2013
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