It is almost the end of the school year and there are a lot of events coming up for high school students; prom and commencement lead off the list. Many young women hunt for that perfect dress and shoes. Pictures in magazines of hair and makeup help with style ideas. Today’s post is not about the talent business, but helpful hints for women that want to look as if they walked off the red carpet.
Maybe you’re thinking you would like to emulate Gwen Steffani’s red lips or Halle Berry’s chic style. Once you have a vision for your look, it will be easier to narrow down your wardrobe. Keep in mind shoes, when you find the dress of your dreams. Are you a gal that never wears heels? Is this because you can’t even walk in stilettos? Maybe it is best to do a flat or ballet slipper shoe. You will be more comfortable and confident. To spend a lot of money for an uncomfortable pair of shoes is not the answer. Use your money to accessorize with a great purse or jewelry instead. Take a parent or friend with you to get opinions on your dress selection. Sometimes the style might be great, but the color just washes the color out of your face. Undergarments are important. A strapless bra, the right underwear, or Spanks will smooth out your body shape, so your dress will glide on.
As for your hair, pick a style that is you. If you always wear your hair straight and down maybe switch it up and wear it down but curly. If your hair is curly, maybe pin some back off your face and keep the curls. Makeup should be fun. If you have problem skin, keep in mind not to pile on too much foundation. This will make it look worse, not better. Always put on your makeup in natural light. Use concealer on the blemishes after your foundation is on. Powder is very important to keep the shine down, so you won’t look oily for pictures. To keep eye shadow from creasing throughout the day, apply foundation to your eyelids or an eye primer before putting on the eye shadow. Keep in mind that 2, maybe 3, colors are enough to have on your lid. Any more than that will look busy. Waterproof mascara and eyeliner is best for the day.
Lip color is sometimes hard to keep from fading. A tinted lip balm is great for girls that don’t like sticky lips. It will smooth the lips and have a hint of color. A lip stain is a great option. No reapplying is needed with this product, but I do suggest a gloss over it to avoid a dry feeling on your lips. When you pick a lipstick, consider my long wear secret: apply a neutral lip liner to the whole lip, blot it, brush powder over it, and then apply your lipstick. Bronzer is another great product. Apply it last and where the sun would hit your face, but don’t over do it or you will look streaked. After a few hours at your event, do a quick touch up. Make sure to check your teeth and lip color after you eat. The main thing to remember is to have fun. Some events are only once in your life, take it all in.
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| Eric Mull/ Karen Siat |
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| Eric Mull/ Karen Siat |
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| Eric Mull/ Karen Siat |
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