Saturday, 30 March 2019

Sophistication & Elegance...


I really enjoyed reading this post from modellist-id and I thought to share it here. I will be going over it again as lots of these resonate with my idea of fashion... Hope you enjoy it too... the link to the site is below & everything is from the site, it has not been modified in any way. Visit their site for more inspiration..


Fashion gives you the possibility to express your personality and creativity, so you should use your personal style to your advantage. While it might be a debatable fact, many people can agree that appearances matter, and if you always want to make a great first impression, regardless where you are going, how you dress should be something you concern yourself with. Perhaps until now you have adopted a more relaxed, street style and are now interested in trying something different, and give your outfits a dash of elegance. Classy looks will never go out of style, so giving your attire more sophistication will always be a great choice to make. But what exactly can you do to improve the appeal of your fashion looks? The following suggestions will help you delve into a classier sense of fashion.


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OPT FOR HIGH-QUALITY FABRICS
Whether it’s a flowy summer blouse, a formal suit or a floor length dress, when you are shopping for clothes, your attention might be initially drawn by the design of the said item. While it’s perfectly normal for you to opt for clothes that look stylish, quality should be your first purchase consideration. As great as a dress or skirt might look from afar, if it has been designed out of fabrics of poor quality, this will be easily noticeable. Classy, timeless looks require clothing elements made out of great materials. Silk, cotton, linen, wool – these are the options you should be focusing on. Qualitative fabrics will stand the test of time, and a clothing time will not look deteriorated after just a couple of times wearing it. An elegant style will demand from you to always wear impeccable clothes, so choosing fabrics that give off classy vibes is naturally a priority. There are also variations you have the possibility of opting for, such as chino cotton for pants and blazers, or cashmere for cardigans and sweaters. Always read the label carefully before decide to buy something, and make sure it as the right material.










NEVER SKIP ON JEWELRY AND ACCESSORIES
You might be wearing a designer dress with a fashion-magazine worthy design and some expensive high-heels, but if you don’t give your outfit the finishing touché it needs, your entire ensemble will look and feel incomplete. Accessories are extremely important, and you should never leave the house without adding the right elements to your outfit. Because you are trying to opt for sophisticated and elegant looks, jewelry will be the best way to go here. A beautiful necklace or a gold bracelet for women will allow you to make out of a simple, dull dress, for example a look that stands out and exudes sophistication. If you weren’t exactly the type to wear jewelry and accessories until now, it’s certainly time to go on a shopping spree and increase your collection. Necklaces, bracelets, earrings – you should have more than enough options at your disposal that will give you the chance to complete every single one of your outfits in the chicest possible. A single piece of luxury jewelry can transform an entire fashion ensemble. And with so many great options now available on the market, finding pieces you actually like and are suitable for your own individual sense of style won’t be hard at all.

WHAT ABOUT THE FIT?

You can get the most beautiful and expensive designer dress you find in a store, if that clothing item doesn’t fit you right, your look will be far from aesthetically pleasing or sophisticated. One of the golden rules when it comes to classy fashion ensembles is to wear clothes that fit you perfectly. You should be showing off your figure, but the elements you wear should never be too tight. If you are shopping online always check the size chart before ordering, to be certain the item you have eyed will actually suit your figure. Sophisticated clothing might often need to be tailored, so don’t hesitate to resort to a professional if you have clothes that need a few adjustments here and there. An unflattering fit will always ruin your entire look, so start avoiding making this mistake from now on.
PATTERNS AND COLORS
When you are browsing fashion blogs and magazines, you will see some incredibly chic attires that are colorful and rich in beautiful patterns, so just because you are opting for a classy way of dressing, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t make bold combinations. However if you are still trying to broaden your knowledge of styling, until you become more confident in your abilities of mixing and matching items, perhaps it’s safer to opt for neutrals. Monochromatic outfits are far easier to put together, and you can add a few bright accents here and there as well.



IT’S ALL ABOUT THE SHOES!

A perfectly fine outfit can easily be ruined if you don’t combine it with the right pair of shoes. Your choices in the footwear department should be well-researched, because shoes that don’t match with the general style of your attire will prevent you from maintaining those classy fashion vibes you are targeting. There’s a right time to wear high heels, and then there are times where flats are the more appropriate option. The style of the shoe should go hand in hand with the event you are attending, and for every day looks, high heels shouldn’t always be your go-to choice – you should know when too much is too much. Giving your fashion looks a bit more sophistication and elegance doesn’t have to be at all complicated. As long as you follow some simple tips, and make a few changes in the way you are choosing your fashion elements, you will be able to put together some classy outfits and access the style upgrade you are interested in. While elegance and sophistication go beyond the clothes and accessories you put on if you want to always look impeccable, knowing how to dress does play an important role. Take into account the tips suggested here, and you will certainly love the results.

Thursday, 14 March 2019

Be your own kind of beautiful!


Few weeks ago, Fatima Timbo was on BBC news and I watched her courage and passion inspite  of the world's definition of beautiful. It is actually so sad that some people even get to be bullied as a result of their looks and I ask myself; why will anyone get bullied as a result of their looks when they had no part to play in their final outcome??


We might be able to enhance our looks but to a certain degree because when it comes to our heights, there is no artificial remedy yet for alteration....


I like Fatima's courage and how much she has been able to change the narrative...

The only thing constant is change! Where being skinny and a certain height and having certain features were the criteria set as being described as beautiful, there is no law that says that criteria can't be changed and Fatima is going for it with so much resilience making progress in the modelling industry which is her dream!!

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https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/uk-england-london-46783305/i-can-t-change-my-height-but-i-won-t-be-defined-by-it

Thursday, 7 March 2019

Makeup should be optional...

When the announcement was made by Virgin a few days ago that it was no longer mandatory for their female to wear makeup, it was like music to my ears.

Don't get me wrong, I am not anti-makeup but I feel that there is so much pressure from society for humans to look & act in a certain way which puts so much pressure on individuals & for some, it leaves them with very bad consequences with some even going as far as becoming suicidal.


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Makeup should be optional but looking presentable shouldn't be. There is no excuse for looking unkempt in my opinion & it's quite different from being fully cladded in makeup in order to be acceptable.

We should embrace our beauty and the true beauty is that which comes from within...

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