* Develop my own signature style. My taste veers towards the classics but I am looking to add a trendier twist. Lipstick Jungle is a major inspiration.
Status: I still need to invest in more basic pieces, accessories and undergarments. I would like to buy more camera-friendly tops and need new dress pants for work. Would also like to buy some more summer and lounge wear.
* Sex up my shoes. I have decided to stand by my Converse (no pun intended) but my snow boots have to go as there are some cuter alternatives out there.
Status: I need a pair of brown heels for everyday wear as well as some black sandals. That completes my basic footwear, which means I can invest in trendier shoes such as a red pair of heels. Still need new snow boots for the winter but have invested in some stylish boots for the fall.
* Finish cleaning out my closet. I did a major hatchet job in November but there's more work to do as it is time to part with some old friends and forgotten pieces.
Status: I haven’t done much since November. Not sure if I should wait until I buy more clothes or just toss, toss, toss.
* Transition from a relaxer to natural hair. I may end up straightening my natural hair but would at least like to give myself the option of being a curly girlie.
Status: It’s been six months since my last relaxer. Yippee!
* Schedule a makeover every six months. I am a recovering beauty addict who is now stuck in a makeup rut.
Status: Not sure what the hold-up is. If I don’t get around to doing it before my Memorial Day visit home then I will make it a priority once I return.
* Revise my Sunday evening beauty routine. I occasionally wash and set my hair for the week but am probably going to go the blowout route every other week. I am instead going to focus more on at home spa treatments. Nothing fancy, just a neat-and-nude mani and pedi, body exfoliation and enjoy a glass of wine.
Status: Hit or miss but trying to make more hits.
* Dust off my cookbooks and head back to the kitchen. I am sooo tired of eating out and would like to cultivate better eating habits.
Status: I have been cooking more regularly but tend to get tripped up by days that I have (last-minute) auditions.
* Do more downward dogs. I would like to go to yoga, and maybe some cardio, at least once a week. I miss my gym. Sigh...
Status: I had a major breakthrough a couple of weeks ago when I went to that early Tuesday morning Pilates class. Making it a part of my weekly schedule.
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Sunday, May 3, 2009
Wear makeup and heels
My progress towards my Style Resolutions has picked up again.
I have been rather disciplined about my 7a Pilates class on Tuesday and picked up some new makeup from MAC. Also bought a couple of blouses from H&M in camera-friendly colors. And before I forget -- I bought a couple of pairs of new shoes.
I find that whenever I want to dress up my look the two things that make the biggest impact are makeup and heels.
And that's what I most need style-wise -- small items with big impact.
Fashion is about experimentation and I realize that I need to do more of that. I also realize that I don' t like to "fuss." I don't need five hours to get ready for a party nor do I want to take that much time to do so. I like to look good and be out the bathroom door in five minutes as a I a toddler waiting right outside the door to get a hug.
I have been rather disciplined about my 7a Pilates class on Tuesday and picked up some new makeup from MAC. Also bought a couple of blouses from H&M in camera-friendly colors. And before I forget -- I bought a couple of pairs of new shoes.
I find that whenever I want to dress up my look the two things that make the biggest impact are makeup and heels.
And that's what I most need style-wise -- small items with big impact.
Fashion is about experimentation and I realize that I need to do more of that. I also realize that I don' t like to "fuss." I don't need five hours to get ready for a party nor do I want to take that much time to do so. I like to look good and be out the bathroom door in five minutes as a I a toddler waiting right outside the door to get a hug.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
My 2009 (Life)Style Resolutions
I picked up this idea from the Chicago-based "A Life of Style" blog and am hoping that posting my resolutions will help me stand by them.
* Develop my own signature style. My taste veers towards the classics but I am looking to add a trendier twist. Lipstick Jungle is a major inspiration.
* Sex up my shoes. I have decided to stand by my Converse (no pun intended) but my snow boots have to go as there are some cuter alternatives out there. I have already splurged on three pairs of tall boots for the fall and a couple of pairs of stilettos for the summer.
* Finish cleaning out my closet. I did a major hatchet job in November but there's more work to do as it is time to part with some old friends and forgotten pieces.
* Transition from a relaxer to natural hair. I may end up straightening my natural hair but would at least like to give myself the option of being a curly girlie.
* Schedule a makeover every six months. I am a recovering beauty addict who is now stuck in a makeup rut.
* Revise my Sunday evening beauty routine. I occasionally wash and set my hair for the week but am probably going to go the blowout route every other week. I am instead going to focus more on at home spa treatments. Nothing fancy, just a neat-and-nude mani and pedi, body exfoliation and enjoy a glass of wine.
* Dust off my cookbooks and head back to the kitchen. I am sooo tired of eating out and would like to cultivate better eating habits.
* Do more downward dogs. I would like to go to yoga, and maybe some cardio, at least once a week. I miss my gym. Sigh...
* Develop my own signature style. My taste veers towards the classics but I am looking to add a trendier twist. Lipstick Jungle is a major inspiration.
* Sex up my shoes. I have decided to stand by my Converse (no pun intended) but my snow boots have to go as there are some cuter alternatives out there. I have already splurged on three pairs of tall boots for the fall and a couple of pairs of stilettos for the summer.
* Finish cleaning out my closet. I did a major hatchet job in November but there's more work to do as it is time to part with some old friends and forgotten pieces.
* Transition from a relaxer to natural hair. I may end up straightening my natural hair but would at least like to give myself the option of being a curly girlie.
* Schedule a makeover every six months. I am a recovering beauty addict who is now stuck in a makeup rut.
* Revise my Sunday evening beauty routine. I occasionally wash and set my hair for the week but am probably going to go the blowout route every other week. I am instead going to focus more on at home spa treatments. Nothing fancy, just a neat-and-nude mani and pedi, body exfoliation and enjoy a glass of wine.
* Dust off my cookbooks and head back to the kitchen. I am sooo tired of eating out and would like to cultivate better eating habits.
* Do more downward dogs. I would like to go to yoga, and maybe some cardio, at least once a week. I miss my gym. Sigh...
Sunday, January 11, 2009
A New Start to the New Year
I finally had the chance a few nights ago to catch up on some of my favorite television shows. The Game has certainly stepped up to the plate the past season even though Melanie's immaturity is, at times, rather grating. Love actress Tia Mowry nonetheless.
I also love the episode "Side Part Under" as the advice one of Melanie's patients gave her probably rings true for far too many women. The patient told her that she likes to wear her hair with the standard side parted under as it is safe -- it keeps you from standing out. It's also a metaphor for not truly living and enjoying life.
Hmmmm....that struck a bit close to home. I say "a bit" because I am willing to take risks and often do, but I usually falter under the weight of my fears after taking that initial step. I found ways to excuse myself rather than to challenge myself.
And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom -- Anais Nin
I thought that I had come to that point a few years prior but it wasn't until I became a (single) mother last year that I truly found myself, or rather allowed myself. My son will soon celebrate his first birthday as I look back on a bittersweet year knowing that I have made my peace.
I also love the episode "Side Part Under" as the advice one of Melanie's patients gave her probably rings true for far too many women. The patient told her that she likes to wear her hair with the standard side parted under as it is safe -- it keeps you from standing out. It's also a metaphor for not truly living and enjoying life.
Hmmmm....that struck a bit close to home. I say "a bit" because I am willing to take risks and often do, but I usually falter under the weight of my fears after taking that initial step. I found ways to excuse myself rather than to challenge myself.
And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom -- Anais Nin
I thought that I had come to that point a few years prior but it wasn't until I became a (single) mother last year that I truly found myself, or rather allowed myself. My son will soon celebrate his first birthday as I look back on a bittersweet year knowing that I have made my peace.
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