the new you Back to the same drab routine? Spice it all up with a new image...
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By cassey oliveira
ll of us are born with an innate desire to look good. Some of us are bestowed with enough perseverance to carry off the glam look almost everyday – the hair seems to be patiently straightened and combed, the clothes look new and stylish, and the shoes with their gloriously pointed peaks looking sizzling hot. While they successfully remain the subject of envy, the rest of us tend to get bored, uninspired and lazy to pamper ourselves and as a result, end up looking like a total mess. If you fall into the second category, it is time to take some time off from your busy chaotic life. It’s time to go for a new look! And the best time is when you’re back from the holidays, with fresh zest to face the daily grind, but need something to give you a jolt of confidence. With these tips, grab the new look and get out of your post vacation blues, FAST!
Enhanced looks Working on your hair is the perfect way to enhance your appearance. Seek a good hairstylist who will
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suggest the perfect hairstyle that suits your face type. Let the experts do their work. There’s nothing more worth in investing than on a gorgeous hair-do.
Wardrobe Reassessment Whenever you are blessed with ample time, head to your wardrobe, and pull out all your clothes which have been lying there for ages. Try out each one of them and judge yourself. How much does it flatter you? Does it highlight your toned chest or lays emphasis on your flabby stomach? Muster courage and ask your fellow colleagues or friends, what they think of your wardrobe. It is always better to get a nod of approval from a second person. You don’t have to change your entire wardrobe, but throw away any unflattering and old-fashioned outfits.
Play with colours Bring in colours to your wardrobe. Don’t stick to boring monochromatic shades. Who said formal wear should comprise of greys and blacks? Add a touch of bright colours to your blazers and shirts, and see yourself looking vivacious for that formal meeting. Also try experimenting with fabrics. Try out satin shirts or silk trousers.
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For a beter you.... Never overdo things
Too much of anything, kills the look. Too much make-up will make you look fake. Too much jewellery will make you look like a walking market. Keep it simple.
Highlight your assets
If you have beautiful eyes, stress more on it with a smokyeye effect or colourful eye-shadow. If you have well-defined lips, highlight them with gloss. If your legs are shapely, show them off in short skirts or half-length pants.
Go natural
Sometimes, a nude look brings out your natural beauty. Apply a thin eye-liner and light coloured lipstick to show-off your natural features.
Eat right
What you eat is ultimately reflected on you. Eat healthy – your skin and hair need nutrients to look healthy. Eat proportionately – you don’t want to carry excess baggage. Play with colour, fabric, length; they will work wonders to your look. At times, when your outfit looks dull and drab, add a chunk of jewellery or perhaps a bright scarf to add spark to your look. Pick up a cute pair of earrings or jingling bracelets from the market, to wear along. Don’t leave your neck bare, if you are wearing a low neck-line. A beautiful necklace will do the trick. Team up your trousers with fancy belts, to match your shoes. Try out scarves with blazers, to exude a more elegant side of you. Throw away your old granny bags, and carry
Feel beautiful along a much more sophisIt is important that you feel good about yourself. This will ticated bag. A little accesenhance your beauty – outer and inner as well. You are sory here and there can make a beautiful! significant difference. A change gives you an unprecedented confidence, an inner joy and contentment to see the new and beautiful you, staring right across the mirror. It gives you an excitement to go out and socialise, because you know you are looking good. A change is definitely welcome, it makes you happy!
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Roll out the Locks Hillary Kozma, Master Stylist at Glow American Salon & Spa, gives her tips...
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er majesty Queen Rania Al-Abdullah always looks polished and elegant. This style icon has glossy chestnut brown hair which frames her delicate features. Soft, defined waves definitely suit
her, and are also very flattering on almost any face shape. To achieve these royal locks at home, you need about 30 minutes and a few products. I will share a technique I picked up recently when I was in Budapest, Hungary, from the stylists who created the Boudoir hair collection. Boudoir hair is all about being soft, feminine and sensual – the perfect example being Queen Rania’s gorgeous waves. This style works best on medium to long lengths. Deep condition your hair with an intense treatment weekly to keep it strong and healthy. Prep damp hair with a bit of volume product, like Schwarzkopf’s light volume cream. Take large three-inch sections of your hair, and gently blow dry with a round brush, lifting at the scalp for subtle volume. When each section is dry, wind hair under from ends to scalp to form the letter “O”. Secure at the scalp with a pin curl clip or bobby pin. Let the hair set for 10 minutes, then release the clips. Flip hair upside down, and lightly finger comb a small dallop of shine serum about the size of your pinky nail, mid hair to ends.
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verall, George’s style statement is sophisticated, streamlined and tailored. George has always been handsome, but he gets better with age. The best part of George’s look? His salt and pepper hair is absolutely striking. It makes him look quite distinguished and adds to his sex appeal. Guys: Going silver? Don’t try to hide it! The trend now is to let some silver show. If you must colour, ask your stylist to leave a bit of silver through the perimeter of your hairline including side burns and temple. Also, well placed highlights and lowlights can help blend initial silver hair for a more attractive look. It may be a bit of a transition to not cover your grey, but you will be happy you did. Not convinced? Other celebrity men have joined the silver trend: Robert De Niro, Anderson Cooper, Jon Stewart, Taylor Hicks, Harrison Ford, Ben Stiller.
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Follow the styles of your fav star.
Rock your silver:
Silver hair is more prone to showing ugly gold tones. These are caused by minerals in tap water that can build up in the hair, or chemicals like chlorine. To prevent this, be pro-active by shampooing daily with a silver shampoo. I suggest Schwarzkopf’s silver color protection shampoo. It neutralises the gold tones and keeps silver pure and vibrant. Fake a tan. A little faux tan can go a long way to really make your silver pop. Smooth a little faux tanner (I like Guinot Auto Bronze) over skin a few times a week. Don’t forget to protect your skin with SPF. Ask your stylist to tint your eyebrows one shade darker than your hair. And the most important? Wear your silver with confidence.
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The author is the owner and master stylist at Glow American Salon & Spa. Call her at these numbers: Salon +974 44689945, Salon Mobile +974 66864221, Hillary +974 66864220 Location: Near Mercedes Show Room, Villa #10 Email: www.glowamericansalon.com