BREAKING THE MAKE UP MYTH

Published on November 21st, 2013 | by olamideolarewaju

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    Never Wear Eyeliner or Mascara on Bottom Lashes
It was believed that dark eyeliner or mascara applied on the bottom lash line can age the face. This is absolutely not true! When they are properly applied without being clumpy or smeared across the lashes and in the right colour then its fine.

 Invest in quality mascara with a fine brush that will let you precisely shade each lash and if the pencil liner is too sharp powder eyeliner will do just fine.
 Never Focus on both Eyes and Lips
There is the conservative advice that smoky eye should always be paired with nude lip and a pair of statement lipstick e.g. the Red Lip with an equally understated eye makeup.
Unless your “smoky eye is well exaggerated, there is no reason you can’t have both. But if you smoky eyes are “smoking” then by all means play down the lip or go completely nude.

There is nothing wrong with using a dark eyeliner and red lips for a night out.
 Always Match Your Lipstick to Your Nail Polish
Make up colours should be complimentary not matchy matchy. Matchy matchy makeup is so out and over. By all means coordinate your make ups but matching your nail polish to your lipstick? Oh common! Everyone is over that.
 Never Let Your Roots Show
This is so 1960! First, no hair is the exact colour from root to end, secondly two-tone (or more) hairstyles have been in trend and seem to be here to stay.
Even if you apply hair colour, there are areas near the scalp that reveals your natural hair colour and touching up every other time there is a regrowth will be absolutely nerve racking.
 Your Eyebrows Should Always Be Perfectly Arched
Fuller eyebrows have replaced the thin eyebrows of years ago, while they should be kept groomed, eyebrows shouldn’t necessary be all slim and prim. By all means clean up stray hairs but the almighty perfect arch could be given a rest.  Thick, well groomed eye brows are beautiful and have been on the runways for years and counting.

 Never Tweeze Above Your Eyebrows
We agree the bulk of stray hairs grow from below the eyebrows but there is no reason not to clean up straying ones above as well. Be careful not to over pluck so it will not come out unnatural.
 
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FLASH YOUR LEGS IN 'SHORTS'

Wearing shorts is a bold move that can be done by everylady. Shorts come in various cuts and styles, there are booty shorts, Daisy Dukes, Bermuda shorts, Golf shorts, skorts, culottes etc. Their various styles and cuts make it easier for women of various age and body sizes to choose from.
We live in a hot ocuntry so sometimes its okay to take a break from wearing denim jeans and wear shorts. They give a more youthful appearance and expose your legs to some fresh air. wearing shorts is also the perfect way to show off your legs this weekend  whether you are model-like or petite.
Here are some ways to wear your shorts:
1. Pantyhose: If you arent confident enough, you can always wear panty hose under your shorts.


2. Blazer : To dress up your shorts , wear it with  blazer, its a great look.

3. High heels : This is the ultimate way to make your legs look longer and ultimately make you look sexier



4. Sneakers : Sneakers arent just made for guys, ladies rock them well. you can wear your shorts with a pair of sneakers

5. Cropped tops: Skip the classic tee-shirt, go for an edgier look by wearing a cropped top with your shorts


6. Tuck – Tuck : To skip the casual shorts look, try tucking your shirt into your shorts and cinch it at the waist with a fancy belt


7. Beach  Time : Wearing shorts is a great for a time at the beach, wear shorts on top of your bikini bottoms.
8. Ankara flavour : Your shorts dont always have to be made from denim or cotton, try something different, make your shorts from ankara!


Tips to remember when wearing shorts

• shave your legs
• appropriate shorts for every occasion, dont go wearing shorts that leave your butt cheeks hanging out
• wear ‘shorts-appropriate’ panties,
• if your shorts are short shorts be careful how you ben

ROCKING THE PLAIN TREND

Published on November 13th, 2013 | by wemiesho

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Plaid is fabric with horizontal and vertical stripes, there are various types of; tartan, gingham, tattersall, madras check, shepherds check, houndstooth, buffalo check, etc
Plaid is a classic and traditional fabric and has been modernized and was evident at the fall 2013 runways of Stella McCartney, 3.1 Phillip Lim, Tommy Hilfiger and Celine. It looks absolutely sophisticated when worn right.
Here are some ways to rock the trend:
1. As a camisole: The thing about plaid is since it’s a less is more. On a monochrome outfit you can always gear up your look by adding plaid to it.
2. Shoes: For a monochrome outfit, skip plain shoes, try plaid instead. Plaid is the easiest way to liven up your outfit.


3. As a blazer: Plaid looks incredible as a blazer, it frames your outfit in a modern and stylish manner. A plaid blazer in any colour will always go with a white dress shirt and black jeans.

4. As office-wear: The plaid mini can look like a stripper porn star outfit if it’s not styled well. Try a plaid pencil skirt for the office.

5. As nail polish: Over weekend while getting a manicure, try something different, try a plaid manicure, its different and very fun.

6. Sheer clothing: if you are feeling very bold, try wearing a plaid bra over a sheer top and then a blazer, so it doesn’t end up looking trashy.

7. As a dress : In wearing plaid as a dress, also be minimal, match the dress with a neutral black or the most evident colour on the plaid dress.

8. Plaid on plaid: Who says you can’t wear print on print? You so can, you can match your plaid with another plaid, ONLY if they have similar colors.

9. Plaid on other patterns: You can match your plaid blouse with a black and white polka dotted scarf or a polka dotted skirt and a thin plaid belt. To ace the mixing of prints, ensure your shoes and bag match colours of the print.

10. Jewelry: As less is more for plaid, minimal jewelry is the best bet. You can also match your jewelry to your plaid attire to minimize the variety of colors.

Quick Tips to Achieving the Smoky Eye Look

For a sexy, sophisticated and Classy look, the smoky eye effect comes to mind. Unfortunately achieving this look is a daunting task for some ladies. Here are a few quick steps to achieve the look.

•          PREP YOUR EYES: Apply a light shade of concealer to the under eye area and over the top lids. Your foundation can serve as an equally great concealer. This prepares your eyes for the eye shadow.
•          EYELINER: Line both the top and bottom rims with a black eyeliner paying close attention to the lash line; make sure the lash lines are well lined leaving no trace of bare skin.

•          EYESHADOW: Soften the edges of the eye pencil line with a small shadow brush. Apply a dark shadow directly over the penciled area and smudge- Use a smudge brush.
•          HIGHLIGHTER: Highlight the brow bone with a highlighter in a nude shade for more definition
•          MASCARA: Apply a double coat of lash lengthening mascara.

SOURCE: PULSE.NG