LOVE, WOWStyles.
Showing posts with label summer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label summer. Show all posts
Sunday
THIS WEEK: ALL White Everything.
As my excitement for summer continues, being able to wear all white errrthang everything (and still be within fashion rules of no white after Labor Day) is just another reason to go on and embrace the higher temperatures and mosquitoes. All black everything is chic, yes. However the true test of your personal Style prowess can be tested when you dare to wear…dun dun duun!...All white everything. <<<< Was that too much? None the less, pictured below are some pieces that can be put together to assist anyone in pulling off the all white look. Also below are pics of a few folks who - in the words of my dad- hit the nail right on the head.
Here are a few Style staples to classically pull off the all white everything look:
White cut-out detail button down shirt
White wide leg trousers
White lace detail blouse or any white lace article of clothing to mix up the textures
Waffle-knit cotton-blend midi skirt
White silk blouse to up your all white Style ante
Last but my first fav piece, cropped trousers. If you find (or get altered) the perfect fit, there are only two things I can think of in life that get better than wearing them. Maybe Ill tell you exactly what they are in the future! Well....thats all folks! Have fun with your all white errrthang.
LOVE,
WOWStyles.
P.S. I came across a video by urbanog.com, very animated and fun. All of the five methods that she pointed out on various ways to wear only white, I give a nod of approval. Check out her video below:
LOVE,WOWStyles.
Monday
THIS WEEK: Take a risk!... No Makeup!
So this weekend I took advantage of the sun and went to Schlitterbahn. Mind you, I’m not a fan of roller coasters, heights excite me in a way that I don’t prefer and I had a near death experience with a water slide as a child. Although the last truth was exaggerated...a bit...you get my point. One would think this would be the highlight of my thoughts prior to the trip. It wasn’t. My concern was to wear or not to wear makeup. Trivial to some, I know. However seeing smokey eyes, cat eyes and some makeup styles that had to be inspired by Ru Paul himself once we arrived was a clear indication that I was not alone in my apprehension. In the end I decided to do no makeup. Sounds simple huh? Well if it doesn’t come as easy for you to try I've listed some tips from chinacandycouture.com on how to help you take that risk and go without makeup. Speaking of risks, I am proud to say that I got on all of the rides mi amigas got on! Without thinking I closed my eyes, cut off the blood flow of a couple of peoples arms while on a few of the rides and did it. All with... no makeup. I had a good day.
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| Rihanna posted a pic on her twitter of her sans makeup |
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| Miley Cyrus without makeup... & with. |
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| Lady Gaga |
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Tips on how to go without makeup
Start with the basics. Ask yourself "why do I wear makeup?" Finding the TRUTHFUL answer to that question will help you to reach your goal. Set your goal. Will it be for one day, one week, one month, six months, or forever? Make sure you are a setting a realistic goal for yourself. Start by removing all of your makeup daily. Make sure you are using a great makeup remover to get eyeliner, and mascara off completely. (I personally use Neutrogena oil-free makeup remover) Start a skin care regimen. Cleanse & Moisturize! Exfoliation is imperative to your skin because you want to free your skin and pores form the makeup that has been consistently used on your face. Moisturizing is just as important because you don't want your face to get dry from your exfoliation. Get use to seeing yourself makeup free. Take it one day at a time, changing your daily routine and breaking habits takes patience and perseverance. Find out what your favorite attributes are without makeup. Do you love your smile, your eyes, your freckles, etc.? Find something you really like about your natural yourself and embrace it. Share your journey with family & friends. Let people know that you're taking a step to go natural and you will be surprised at the response and support you will receive. Even if it's just through your social networks!
Be yourself and find another way to substitute your beauty products. With or without makeup you are YOU. Create a new hairstyle or buy new clothes to make up for not wearing your makeup. You have to find out what else makes you feel good besides makeup!
If this helped you please share it with your social network buddies and just remember "Confidence builds character!".
-China Renee
(P.S. go checkout her blog!)
LOVE,
WOWStyles.Send in your pics taking the No Makeup Challenge, Good Luck!
 
April took the challenge today. I must say, nicely done!
Send your pics to wowstyles1@gmail.com
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Tuesday
Do I feel ... a breeze??
Houston, Tx baaaabay!... is extremely hot.
Now that we have that understood, I (along with the rest of my peers according to facebook) were all pleasantly suprised when we got some grrreat weather today...it was about 88 degrees! You have to be from the south to understand my excitement. This much needed change in climate couldnt have come at a better time since just yesterday I cleaned out my closet. I did not realize how much clothes, shoes, clutches, bags ect. I actually owned untill yesterday. I had so much summer clothing all I needed was a few items and I could make it through the fall, winter, spring and back to summer again without darkening the door of a clothing store. Tootsipopdoll gives us her example of how to create new winter looks with what is already in your closet in the video below.
A few extra accecories that youll need to make this transformation are
1.) Leggings
2.) boots
3.) longsleeved (under) shirts
4.) Scarves
5.) Cardigan and or jacket
add these items to your closet and have fun mixing and matching creatively to form your own unique winter style. Send in pics/ let me know what you come up with!
Love,
WOWStyles.
Now that we have that understood, I (along with the rest of my peers according to facebook) were all pleasantly suprised when we got some grrreat weather today...it was about 88 degrees! You have to be from the south to understand my excitement. This much needed change in climate couldnt have come at a better time since just yesterday I cleaned out my closet. I did not realize how much clothes, shoes, clutches, bags ect. I actually owned untill yesterday. I had so much summer clothing all I needed was a few items and I could make it through the fall, winter, spring and back to summer again without darkening the door of a clothing store. Tootsipopdoll gives us her example of how to create new winter looks with what is already in your closet in the video below.
A few extra accecories that youll need to make this transformation are
1.) Leggings
2.) boots
3.) longsleeved (under) shirts
4.) Scarves
5.) Cardigan and or jacket
add these items to your closet and have fun mixing and matching creatively to form your own unique winter style. Send in pics/ let me know what you come up with!
Love,
WOWStyles.
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