Continuing with my 5 biggest fashion mistakes, the number 2 mistake is not wearing your WOW colors! Who doesn't love black? It's chic and sexy, it makes you look thin, and you can wear it anywhere. But - are you stuck in a "black" hole?
I like to call this the 'Abundant Black Disorder', ABD! It can occur anytime in a woman's life, but usually peaks around midlife! The symptoms: a closet full of black clothing and accessories, the irresistable urge to "buy it in black", no matter what other colors it comes in, and the feeling of being too fat or too visible if you wear anything other than black, black, black!
Unfortunately what women don't realize is that too much black, especially after a certain age, can make you look old. How? Black is a strong color that absorbs light. It is notorious for draining the color from fragile, aging skin and hair. Worn close to a mature face, black can often look harsh, emphasizing every wrinkle, line and dark shadow. The message you're sending is "I'm old. Don't notice me". That's sad!
So, how can you start looking and feeling more vibrant and youthful? If you're serious about perking up your looks then start adding color into your current wardrobe!
Going from black (or dark dreary shades) to an endless rainbow of colors can be scary because wearing color takes confidence. The easiest way to get comfortable with color is to start adding a dash here or there to your existing wardrobe. For example, try a fuchsia silk blouse with an elegant
black pencil skirt. Cobalt blue shoes or a stylish red clutch will make a dark suit pop, and bright festive jewelry against a simple black neckline will perk up your face and make you appear more energetic and youthful.
If you haven't already, it's time to discover your personal "WOW" colors! We all have certain shades that are more flattering on us than others, depending on our skin tone, hair and eye color. This is the basis of color analysis and it's something I cover in most of the packages of services I offer. And trust me, this is invaluable, as knowing and wearing the right colors can completely change your look. Once you know your colors (or season), you can make them the anchor of your personal style.
Why is wearing the right colors important? Wearing the wrong colors, particularly up by your face, will highlight dark circles and shadows, make your skin look pale and pasty, make your eyes and hair look dull, and make your jaw look loose and jowly! The wrong colors can make you look tired and old. Who wants that? Wearing the right colors will make your skin look smooth, evenly toned and bright, it will make your eyes sparkle and your hair look shiny, giving you a fresher more youthful look.
Banish the black and bring on the color to look happy, healthy and younger!
If the images above reflect you, then it's time for a change.....get some color in your closet!!
I like to call this the 'Abundant Black Disorder', ABD! It can occur anytime in a woman's life, but usually peaks around midlife! The symptoms: a closet full of black clothing and accessories, the irresistable urge to "buy it in black", no matter what other colors it comes in, and the feeling of being too fat or too visible if you wear anything other than black, black, black!
Unfortunately what women don't realize is that too much black, especially after a certain age, can make you look old. How? Black is a strong color that absorbs light. It is notorious for draining the color from fragile, aging skin and hair. Worn close to a mature face, black can often look harsh, emphasizing every wrinkle, line and dark shadow. The message you're sending is "I'm old. Don't notice me". That's sad!
So, how can you start looking and feeling more vibrant and youthful? If you're serious about perking up your looks then start adding color into your current wardrobe!
Going from black (or dark dreary shades) to an endless rainbow of colors can be scary because wearing color takes confidence. The easiest way to get comfortable with color is to start adding a dash here or there to your existing wardrobe. For example, try a fuchsia silk blouse with an elegant
black pencil skirt. Cobalt blue shoes or a stylish red clutch will make a dark suit pop, and bright festive jewelry against a simple black neckline will perk up your face and make you appear more energetic and youthful.
If you haven't already, it's time to discover your personal "WOW" colors! We all have certain shades that are more flattering on us than others, depending on our skin tone, hair and eye color. This is the basis of color analysis and it's something I cover in most of the packages of services I offer. And trust me, this is invaluable, as knowing and wearing the right colors can completely change your look. Once you know your colors (or season), you can make them the anchor of your personal style.
Why is wearing the right colors important? Wearing the wrong colors, particularly up by your face, will highlight dark circles and shadows, make your skin look pale and pasty, make your eyes and hair look dull, and make your jaw look loose and jowly! The wrong colors can make you look tired and old. Who wants that? Wearing the right colors will make your skin look smooth, evenly toned and bright, it will make your eyes sparkle and your hair look shiny, giving you a fresher more youthful look.
Banish the black and bring on the color to look happy, healthy and younger!
If the images above reflect you, then it's time for a change.....get some color in your closet!!
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