Back to Basics: Wearing makeup to compliment, not hide

Apr 7, 2011 by Clueless Fashionista

About six months ago, I posted an installment of the Ladies Let’s Talk series about wearing too much makeup. I have been inspired to touch on this topic again but in a slightly different way.

Yes, there is a type of makeup called concealer and you can use makeup to cover things up. However, the main purpose of wearing it is to play up your best features. If you haven’t already, take a minute to look at your face in a mirror. You want to assess your face and figure out the features you like the best.

Do this now. I’ll wait.

Done? OK, good. This short exercise is designed to make you look at yourself and pick out things you like rather than focusing on the things you’d like to change. You should have chosen at least one or two features that you like best. Now you can look for makeup to highlight those areas.

For example, I like my eyes so I always wear mascara and a touch of eyeliner. When I’m jazzing things up, I’ll put on eye shadow and darken my mascara. Since I want people to notice my eyes, I will do a clear or light gloss on my lips so the attention goes to my eyes. I don’t do a lot, but even a little makes a difference.

Don’t look at makeup as a way to hide yourself. Look at it as a way to make you stand out in the best way possible. Here’s the previous post I wrote which gives some more practical tips as well as links you back to previous instructional posts.

Ladies Let’s Talk: Wearing Too Much Makeup

What do you consider your best feature? How do you highlight that feature? I’d love to hear your personal tips!

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Ladies, let’s talk-A new Clueless Fashionista feature

Mar 4, 2010 by Clueless Fashionista

I figure it’s time to add a new feature to Clueless Fashionista. This new feature, “Ladies, let’s talk” is based on my observations of different people and the fashion and beauty issues that I notice on a regular basis.  I’m an avid people watcher. It’s very interesting to me to sit and see how people come and go and what they’re wearing when they do it.

I’ve noticed some common things that I see women do and I feel like it needs to be addressed head on.  When it comes to looking well coiffed and put together, there are certain things that we all should be mindful of in terms of fashion and beauty basics.

I decided to introduce this new feature as a way to address those issues and some suggestions on how they can be handled.  I do realize that not everyone has regular access to a stylist, manicurist, hair stylist, etc.  I don’t myself so lots of my advice with address both perspectives, those who do go to professionals and those who don’t.

Stay tuned and if you see things you’d like to see addressed, let me know and I will put it into the rotation.

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How do I wear that trend…bright eyeshadow

Jul 18, 2009 by cluelessfashionista

Ok, you’ve read the title and you might have considered not even reading this post. You may be thinking, “Bright eyeshadow? I don’t want to go around looking like a clown!”

Well stop that thinking right now. You know that I don’t recommend anything that would have you looking like a clown of any type. When people think about bright makeup of any kind, they often think of drawing attention to themselves or trying to be seen. While it is true that bright makeup will make you stand out, there are ways to wear it so that you stand out for all the right reasons.

If you don’t currently own any brightly colored eyeshadow, make a quick run to your drugstore and stop by the Wet N Wild area of the makeup aisle and find the brightest color that works best with your skin type. I would suggest going for a bright version of any colors you have at home. If you’re unsure about your skin type and choosing colors, check back for blog posts on those topics. Otherwise, if you’re fair skinned, go for a bright blue and if you have a darker complexion, go for a bright green.

Now that you have a bright color, go home and practice! Don’t just throw the color on and go out in public with it, take some time in front of your bathroom mirror to figure out the best way to wear this color. The great thing about eyeshadow is that you can wear a little or a lot. If you’re wary about the color, start small. Below is a link to post I wrote about how to apply eye shadow for every day wear. It talks about the best way to incorporate three colors. I would suggest you follow this video using neutral colors for the base color and the last color. Then use the bright color for the second color. Make sure you wipe off the brush before you blend and you will be all set to go!

Here is the link to the post. The Wonders of Eye Shadow

Good luck and happy shadowing!

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How do I wear that trend…nude and pale lip color

Jun 5, 2009 by cluelessfashionista

In keeping up with the current makeup trend of nude makeup, nude and pale lip color is a great way to top off a nude face. The easiest way to wear a nude or pale lip color is to wear a lip gloss. Typically pale lip glosses go on shiny with just a hint of color. If you’ve never experimented with the pale lip color before, I would suggest visiting the local drug store and picking up some Wet N’ Wild or other low cost makeup. You could also order some from www.elf.com.

The secret to a nude lip is to wear it lightly. Don’t apply it too heavily. It won’t look like darker colors when you put it on so if you’re used to wearing dark lipstick, it may take some getting used to. Once you master the nude lip color, you will have a wider variety of looks at your disposal.

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