Posts by cathie
Makeup Basics
Today make-up is like other fashion, anything goes if it works for you. That means taking into consideration your skin tone, activity, age, etc. Don’t wear too much make-up. The more make-up you wear the older and cheaper you look. Wear the makeup that flatters you and do not worry about the latest trends. Below are some general guidelines on how to apply make-up.
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Affordable Status Symbol from Hermès
Coming a new affordable status symbol from Hermès. For those who cannot afford a Birkin or Kelly Bag Hermès is launching a line of lipstick, Rouge Hermès lipstick will be in a refillable metal (same as the metal used on handbags) case. Rouge Hermès comes in 24 colors and two finishes, matte and satin. Price is $67.00 and refills are $42.00 (plus three additional options every season for $72.00) .
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Summer Dress Trends
Summer dress trends to make a statement and keep you cool throughout the season. Summer dresses should combine comfort and style, whether you’re lounging by the beach, attending a garden party, or strolling through a sun-kissed city. Here are some classic summer dress trends: Flowy Maxi Dresses: Maxi dresses are a perennial favorite for summer,…
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What to wear for pickleball?
Popular styles are skirts with cropped tops, sleeveless dresses and tops with tracksuit bottoms. Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong played with a plastic ball with holes and a paddle. It has been increasing in popularity since 2010. Pickleball is competitive, gives you a workout and is fun as well as sociable.…
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What to wear to a mid-October wedding?
What to wear to a mid-October wedding? My son is getting married in Key West mid-October (2023). The ceremony is on the rooftop of a restaurant. The bride is wearing a wedding dress and my son will be dressed more casual…like a button down and casual slacks. What do I wear? A mid-October wedding in…
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Braiding Summer Hair Trend
Summer is here again and with it comes hairstyles that reflect the relaxed nature of the season. This season, a popular trend is braiding. Braiding has come a long way from the single braid and pigtail braids of childhood. Now there are halos of soft braids crowning the head, and the recently popular “fishtail braids” known to our friends across the pond as “plaits”.
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What style bathing suit is best for apple figures?
Apple figures tend to be round in the belly area. Any bathing suit you wear should draw attention away from the stomach area. Styles with high necklines, V or plunging necklines or details near the neckline with tummy control panels work for women with round tummies. Darker colored swimsuits with high cut legs have a…
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What are the best travel clothes for hot weather?
Travel clothes for hot weather can be a real challenge. Washable, light weight separates or shift style dresses that can be washed out and dry fairly quickly are the best for traveling in hot weather. Avoid linen (it wrinkles) and cottons (heavy-don’t dry fast), if possible. Do an Internet search for travel clothing. A day…
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Business Casual for Women
Business casual attire for women continues to pose a challenge for many women that are serious about climbing the corporate ladder. “Casual” implies laid back or not serious. However an office environment means business. it is important to choose your business casual clothes carefully.
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Hair Styling Tips for Travel
Travel is becoming more frequent for many and that includes going to different climates, be it an exotic location that offers a respite from the routine of daily life, visiting friends and family across the country, or perhaps there is a new career opportunity beckoning you from another state or continent.
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