What Not to Wear!
When it comes to fashion, many women get lost along
the way somewhere. It may be a busy work schedule, children sucking the
energy out of you, denial of not being in your early twenties anymore or
just not being able to realize what looks best on you. We all go
through phases and we have all had our share of fashion faux pas.
However, for some people the fashion mistakes don’t pass by as a phase
but become a permanent feature and that’s when the panic button needs to
be hit!
Know Thy Body Type:
The girl you saw at the wedding last night looked
fabulous and you could hardly wait to wear that ensemble. You want to
look as gorgeous as her and the very next morning you are geared up to
go on a hunting spree to get the exact same fabric and can’t wait to get
that outfit stitched the same fashion. Before you head out, please
PAUSE. Now hit the REWIND button and recall. Did the girl have the same
height, bone structure, complexion and weight like yours’? If not, then
it’s not necessary that the same outfit and style will flatter you too.
This is a very common fashion mistake that most women indulge in. By
seeing someone chic and getting inspired by their look, they want to
blindly copy that look, without realizing that the same style may not
enhance their attributes.
Knowing your body type is a fashion must. “Finding
clothes that fit your body will dramatically change how fabulous you
look” says Dawn Del Russo, beauty and fashion guru featured in InStyle, Elle and Life & Style.
Knowing your body type, the styles that flatter it and the fashion
trends that work for you make all the difference when dressing elegantly
for your shape. With knowing your body type comes embracing your
curves, wearing clothes that accentuate your best features and loving
your body that much more.
Know Thy Age:
Growing up means our clothes change as well. The
sooner we realize that, the better it is! Wearing the same styles and
designs which girls your daughter’s age are wearing may not be a very
good idea, though exceptions are always there for women who miraculously
have discovered the elixir for life. Each stage of life has its own
beauty. With growing old comes elegance and grace. Why not honor that
and embrace it?
Similarly, young girls who should be exuding energy
and liveliness when dress in cuts and colors that are more befitting for
the elderly may not necessarily look mature but also kind of drab. As I
said exceptions are always there! Older women can still look vivacious
and younger girls can still look sober by following trends more aligned
with their age. Not every trend works for every age group!
Know Thy Self:
And Last but not the least……Trust your own instincts
and judgment. We all have mirrors. Don’t shy away from them and spend
some time in front of the mirror evaluating your body. Only you can
honestly and earnestly be your best critic because no matter how awesome
and sincere your friends are, they consciously or subconsciously will
be reluctant to answer truthfully how you actually look when you ask
them: “Do I look fine”? The answer: “You look awesome babe” many not
always be the whole truth. The fact that you had to ask that question
itself indicates that somewhere in your mind the seedlings of doubt
exist and there is something amiss! Spend time analyzing yourself and
soon your body may be your new best friend!
By: Sehyr Anis
Beauty Tips