As this might be my last blog entry this year, I would like to wish you all a very
Merry Christmas and a fabulous and glamorous 2011!
Whether you're due to attend a party, dinner or even a business event, the clothes you're wearing, or the way you carry yourself, is the first thing others will notice. In a lot of cases, people are unsure or nervous about how they look. In turn, these thoughts also affect how you feel about yourself. When you look in the mirror before you leave, are you impressed, or just going arghhhh....
Here are few tips on how to leave everyone who encountered you at any event BREATHLESS!! And all of this comes from you (with a little help from me.)
Be a serious shopper. When picking out clothes, NEVER EVER buy a smaller or larger size. People often make the mistake of grabbing a blazer or jeans because they "assume" all size 10 trousers fit the same. They don't, so ALWAYS visit the fitting room before visiting the checkout desk. This will save valuable time and effort, especially if you run late for your event. We don't want anyone arriving, expecting everyone to be breathless with a saggy bottom or bulging bust.
Colour is important! Just because your favourite colour is green, does NOT by any means mean that you can wear it all the time. Change up a little. If you normally buy greens, browns and beige clothes, try on cerise pink! Most of the time all it takes is trying on something completely "out there" to discover your true fashionista inside. Also, don't be dull! Bright colours are in style all the time. Don't be scared to pair patterns with print! Just stick to the basic rule of thumb. Neutrals go with ANYTHING. So all your brown, nude, grays and creams can go with any color. Yes, I said any color. That also includes opposites like wearing a cream blazer, teal cardigan with a design and brown pants, with a bright red accent bag and red shoes.
ALWAYS ACCESSORIZE! The smallest piece of jewellery, the tiniest handbag, or the unique shoe often gets the most attention. Don't deny yourself! And don't spend a fortune. A lot of these little things are inexpensive and you can use with multiple outfits. You will always feel better if you outfit feels like it's complete. I also know a lot of people who will just say, "oh, I'm not a jewellery person" or "oh, I don't need a handbag". These statements may be true, but every outfit needs to be accented, and the ONLY way to do this is with accessories. Buy bulky necklaces for jeans and a black shirt. Get the little silver bag for the 8pm dinner with clients. Whatever you do, remember, the clothes are not the only thing that makes the outfit, the little things DO count!
ALWAYS TELL YOURSELF YOU LOOK GOOD! When you walk into a room, no matter how great your clothes look, if you're feeling nervous or unhappy with your look, EVERYONE notices. To eliminate this problem you must look inside. It's not always about what's on the outside. Best way to feel good about yourself? Look in the mirror on your way out the door and SMILE. It's that easy.
Don't forget step number 4! Honestly, feeling good equals looking good. So, if for one moment you feel fat, or ugly, or sloppy, then you will be. You create what other people see. If you walk around doubting and judging the way you look, it will show in your appearance. Remember the old quote, 'beauty is in the eyes of the beholder'. Everyone is beautiful in their own unique way, and if you know that, you will be stunning each and every time you present yourself in public.
Good luck and remember... SMILE!
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