Wear things made of flowing light fabric
Choose a skirt or culottes in a flowy, lightweight fabric. In such clothes it is not hot even in the midday heat. But most importantly, the airy skirt moves intriguingly and seductively with every movement. This distracts attention from the problem area and makes the image feminine. And if the clothes are striped or pleated, then the vertical will visually elongate the silhouette.
How to look like a million without a million in your pocket
How to look like a million without a million in your pocket .
When someone discusses their appearance with image consultant Sylvie di Giusto, the last thing she wants to hear is “I don’t have the money for this.” She believes that you don't have to be a millionaire to look good.
No matter how much you earn, if you set your priorities right, you can easily spread the aura of strength and confidence that is usually associated with wealth.
Di Giusto worked in human resources for over twenty years before deciding to become an image consultant and open her own company, Executive Image Consulting. The firm advises corporate directors seeking to improve their appearance and professionals interested in advancing their careers. Its clients include large corporations such as McKinsey, BMW and Thomas Cook.
Here are some tips based on an interview with Di Giusto, as well as Vicki Oliver's book The Millionaire's Handbook: How to Look and Act like one a Millionaire, Even if You're Not).
Invest in clothing using the one-third rule
Every man should have at least one good suit in his wardrobe, and every woman should have at least one good jacket and a matching skirt or trousers. According to Di Giusto, things should be quite expensive - this is your investment in good appearance. Di Giusto says, “The more my clients earn, the more expensive their clothes are.”
The main thing is that the item must be of good quality. She advises looking for such items in designer outlets and on their websites.
Oliver writes in his book about the “one-third rule”:
“We need to reduce the number of things purchased to ⅓, and the price of each of them should be three times higher.”
So next time, don’t buy three pairs of trousers - buy one, but expensive ones, and wear them.
Work out every detail - right down to the smartphone case
One day a young man came to Di Giusto for an interview. He looked great and answered all questions correctly. But then, at the end of the interview, he pulled out his iPhone to make a calendar entry. Di Giusto immediately noticed that there was an obscene word on the phone case. This called the whole interview into question. In the end, she still hired him, but the first impression was hopelessly spoiled.
Di Giusto advises: “If you're serious about your look, remember that it's not just in the suit, but also in the details.” It includes your workplace, accessories and even a smartphone case.
Keep your style consistent with the professional area, but allow yourself one “informal” accessory
Obviously, regardless of the dress code of the company you work for, you choose clothes in accordance with your profession. Di Giusto advises: don’t try to stand out from the rest at any cost. If you work in finance, dress conservatively; If you are involved in the technology industry, allow yourself some informality in clothing. A good rule of thumb is to pay attention to how your company's leaders dress and take cues from them.
But, of course, you don’t want everyone to look boring and the same, like clones. Di Giusto recommends choosing a specific piece that will be appropriate in a work environment and still highlight your style. One of her clients, the CEO of a company, wears a traditional dark suit, but always pairs it with a bright shirt or an unusual tie.
Remember that "casual" does not mean "casual"
The problem with casual style is that, unlike "formal" style, it is very difficult to define.
Di Giusto says, “Most people think of casual as something where it doesn’t matter what you’re wearing.” In fact, casual style is a business look, diluted with a couple of everyday details. For example, Barack Obama: outside of work, he takes off his jacket and tie and rolls up his sleeves. You can go even further - replace the trousers with jeans that fit your figure, but do not deviate too much from the usual business style.
Di Giusto's basic rule for casual style is this: it can easily be turned back into business. You can dress fairly casually, but bring a jacket. If an important meeting suddenly arises, throw on a jacket and you're done.
Less perfume
The smell should under no circumstances be so strong as to distract the interlocutor from what you are saying, says Giusto. She says: “If you can smell your perfume yourself, then you have overdone it.” Interestingly, in some countries this rule does not apply - for example, in Italy and France it is customary to use perfume very generously. But in Russia you should only slightly indicate the aroma of a perfume.
Be confident in yourself, even if there are some flaws in your image
It is through self-confidence that people spread a special sense of strength and power. The main thing is not to let this confidence erode. The constantly nagging thought that someone will notice a button falling off a jacket will only lead to people actually paying attention to it. Likewise, if you decide one morning that your teeth are yellow, it is likely that others will start thinking so too.
No matter what the problem is, either don't worry about it or take steps to fix it. If you don't have confidence in yourself, no one will believe in you either.
Dress to look taller
Oliver writes that “we are subconsciously drawn to tall leaders because we associate height with power.” But if nature has not awarded you this advantage, then create the illusion of being tall. Women can wear heels rather than ballet flats or sneakers, and men can choose clothes in dark colors. For short people, tight-fitting clothes in monochrome colors suit them better.
Good sleep promotes a healthy appearance
And finally, you need to develop a clear sleep schedule - thanks to this, your skin will always look healthy and glowing. Oliver advises taking a few days to observe how your performance compares to how many hours you slept the day before. She writes:
“Once you figure out your ideal number of hours of sleep, try to stick to it, even on weekends. Train yourself to always go to bed and get up at the same time.”
Wear asymmetrical wrap dresses
Cutting a sundress or a wrap skirt or with an asymmetrical skirt is also a wise strategic move if you want to wear a feminine dress, but not embarrass yourself because of full hips and imperfect knees.
Skirts and dresses of complex styles distract from figure flaws. And diagonal flounces and folds work the same way as vertical ones - the silhouette seems slimmer. A long belt will help enhance the effect, but it will hang down and not be tied with a lush bow.
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Sometimes people associate female beauty with expensive cosmetic procedures. But I believe that a beautiful woman is a healthy woman who takes care of herself.
The appearance of every woman depends on three main factors: proper care, genetic inheritance and spiritual harmony.
Personal care
Proper care is elementary basic self-care: healthy food, sports, sleep patterns, hygiene, age-appropriate cosmetics and preventive examinations.
I try to follow all these rules: I do yoga, don’t drink too much alcohol, give preference to healthy food, don’t eat after seven and go to bed before eleven at night. Once every six months I definitely undergo examinations by a gynecologist, gastroenterologist, endocrinologist, mammologist, and also take all the necessary tests.
I developed the habit of routine examinations in America. There, after an appointment with a mammologist or gynecologist, the woman is immediately scheduled for the next appointment. And then, when the time comes, they call back and remind you about the upcoming appointment with the doctor. This approach is the norm and helps keep health under control, so I am trying to instill a culture of prevention in Ukraine.
After all, immersed in household chores, women can simply forget about a routine examination. Echoes of the Soviet Union, where human lives and health were not valued at all, also make themselves felt. I have repeatedly heard the following phrase from the older generation: “What’s the point of going to the doctors - I’ll live as long as I’m destined.”
I believe that we came into this world with some kind of mission and every day is important. I try to convey this philosophy through the mouth of the foundation and, telling women, on my blog.
But it is worth noting that young people are already a little different. The guys try to take care of themselves, are interested, think, analyze. This is good, but for now these are only the first steps of a society that is learning to walk, and it’s time to run.
Harmony
Being in harmony with oneself is probably the most difficult thing for a person, but it can be fixed. You must try to look at the world with optimism, not envy anyone, go your own way, accept and love others as they are.
After all, the inner world, resentment and anger are displayed on the face of every person over the years. Sometimes it is enough just to look at an elderly woman and it immediately becomes clear whether she has an evil or kind character.
Heredity
Each person receives 50% of their genes from each of their parents. This includes appearance, character, preferences, and, unfortunately, many diseases. Therefore, doctors now pay special attention to family history. This knowledge can greatly help a person in the future to avoid possible health problems, as well as maintain youth longer.
My appearance is dominated by my father's oriental genes. He was a very handsome man, he looked young for a long time and skillfully emphasized this in a stylish, fashionable way. Despite the global shortage and monotony of Soviet-era clothing, dad managed to dress himself and mom and me fashionably. I remember how he went to St. Petersburg and brought things to my mother that not only fit her, but also looked perfect on her.
I also inherited this love for creativity, and in particular for fashion, from him. After all, by education and vocation I am an artist-fashion designer. After graduating from the theater and art school, I spent several years doing what I loved. Then she got married and together with her husband, in search of spiritual development, went to America. A new profession appeared in a new country. I passed the exam, received a license and got a job as a nurse in a dialysis center. These were five difficult years, but they gave me invaluable experience, knowledge and a desire to help other people, which then resulted in the decision to engage in charity.
"Kvitna"
My husband and I have been involved in charity work for a long time. This is an integral part of our life, because by giving something and helping others, we are fulfilled spiritually.
When we were raising money for the treatment of a woman with breast cancer, we decided to create a charitable foundation that would engage in awareness-raising activities and help save the lives of thousands of Ukrainian women at once. This is how “Kvitna” appeared.
The foundation is already more than four years old, it is developing by leaps and bounds and is already well recognized and respected in Ukraine. I am very proud of the success of Kvitna, and not only because it is our brainchild, but also because I see the results of the work.
Women often tell and write to me that after seeing the fund’s posters, they decide to make an appointment with a mammologist. Sometimes even acquaintances, when they meet me, say: “Oh, I need to sign up for a mammogram.”
This motivates us not to stop there.
Blog, fashion and style
Despite working full time, the need for creative work only grew over the years and was realized in my blog. It all started when friends called me and asked for advice on choosing clothes, combining colors, styles, and accessories. At some point, I decided to share my ideas with many people at the same time, posting them on Instagram. This is how the blog appeared. I run it myself, putting a piece of my soul into every message. The only person who helps me is my eldest daughter. All my photos on the blog are her work. She studies graphic design and enjoys photography.
The main goal of the blog is to teach women to love and take care of themselves. After all, many beauties, becoming mothers, give up on themselves and their needs, and transfer all their attention and care to their children. Often on the streets of the city you can see a stylishly and fashionably dressed baby next to his mother, who clearly doesn’t care what she looks like. While children are small, they do not pay attention to this, but as they grow up, they want their mother to be beautiful too. For example, recently my eleven-year-old son told me that he really likes going out to the store with me because his beautiful mother is walking next to him.
It is clear that not all people have developed taste from birth, but it can be instilled. I tell and show how to do this on my blog. I share fashion news and trends, tell you what can be combined with what, advise how to take into account your body shape, what is relevant and, conversely, should be removed from your wardrobe or worn differently to look modern. After all, we change and often outgrow the things we once loved.
A woman in a million is a well-groomed woman
If a woman wants to look like a millionaire, she must have washed and styled hair, moisturized skin, a light manicure, a minimum of makeup, a delicate and fresh perfume, as well as stylish clothes that highlight her winning sides. It is also important to use your colors in both cosmetics and clothing.
But most importantly, a woman worth a million should wear a smile that is reflected in the sparkle in her eyes.
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