Do you know what Classic means?
Classic means less is more... and it beats trendy anytime.
There's time to be creative and trendy,
but there's time to be plain-o classic...!
Classic means pretty and simple
Simple enough to go with everything in your closet. That crispy clean pretty and sophisticated look that flatters every women, no matter your size or age. Classic does not discriminate. Have you heard that saying " less is better", well that's what classic means. Fashion and style trends will always come and go, but timeless accessories never goes out of style.
The next time you go shopping
Do not skimp on these classic accessories. Buy the best, the best doesn't mean the best in the store, it means the best you can afford. The best is what you can afford. But if you can spend $50 don't spend $5.00. The better quality you buy, the longer it will last you. Remember that they are timeless accessories, so they are suppose to last you forever. I buy the best I can afford at the moment and I take a really good care of them, and when they get really warned-out, I replace the same look with a better quality. Remember they are classic, they are suppose to be in your closet for life because they are timeless pieces.
#1 Accessories - Shoes...
So, how to pick classic shoes?
Classic shoes means -shoes that every women should have in their closet, period! A pair of black and nude pumps and some ballet flats. It's a must! They are simple, elegant, comfortable and classic. Never- out- of- style. They can be dressed up or down as the occasion call of it. It looks great from your favorite pair of jeans to your beautiful pencil skirt.
King of all shoes
If you were wondering which pair of shoes you should spend more money on, or what shoes goes with what, well wonder no more. These two here are the king of all shoes. A great pair of Black and Nude pair of pumps will never steer you wrong. Even if you can't afford any more pair of shoes, you'll be all set. It will cover all your shoes' need. So don't skimp on them. Buy the best one you can afford.
When buying some good quality pumps, remember that the size may vary depending on the brands. If you're not sure what size fits you best ask the store to measure your feet or try two or three different sizes until you get the right fit. There's nothing worse than an ill-fitting shoes.
If you have large ankles:
Avoid ankle strap style shoes.
Buy plain pumps and slingback, it'll take the attention away from your ankle.
If you have short legs:
Avoid t-strap style and bright colored shoes, it'll make you look shorter.
Instead, go for the open toes, black and nude shoes they'll make your legs look longer.
If you have wide feet:
Go for the round-toed style.
If you want your legs to look lean and longer:
Go for pointy toes style, it'll give you an illusion of extra height.
Plus size woman:
Go for the platforms and thicker heels style shoes for extra comfort.
Heel height is extremely important:
Remember that they do come in different height from 1' all the way 5' + inches. It's up to you to decide what's comfortable for you. You don't have to wear 4' and 5' inches just because everybody is doing it, or trying to impress someone. You probably have tons of shoes sitting in your closet collecting dust, and don't wear it because it's to high. Am I right? I use to do the same thing. :- )
Make sure you're comfortable with the height of your shoes without bending your knees or hunching your back while walking. If your legs feel shaky don't be embarrassed to go down few inches. I'm very comfortable with 3' to 3'1/2 inches, anything more than that my legs starts to shake. So I don't do it because I'm not about to break or twist my ankle for the safe of fashion.
If you're bending and hunching your back while wearing high heels:
When you wear heels you should be able to walk with your knee and back straight, if not they're to high for you. Some woman can't walk in heels because they have the wrong height and uncomfortable material shoes. Heels are not sneakers or sandals. When wearing heels, take small steps, taking large steps makes you look award, and you can hurt yourself. There's no point in being painfully miserable just for the sake of looking good.
If you do lots of walking:
A pair of neutral color in ballet is a must have.
Try to minimize the amount of time you spend on your high heels, by getting for yourself one of this beautiful ballet shoes. Just fold them and through them in your purse, when your feet says enough put this cute little ballet shoes on... and enjoy your life without having to sacrificing your poor little feet, back and knees just for the sake of looking good. Not to mention looking stupid and award walking down the streets hunching and dragging your feet because your shoes hurt. Pinching shoes are no fun... no matter how cute or expensive they are. I don't know about you guys, but I prefer to walk bare-feet, than to be wearing a beautiful expensive pinching shoes!
If you were wondering which pair of shoes you should spend more money on, or what shoes goes with what, well wonder no more. These two here are the king of all shoes. A great pair of Black and Nude pair of pumps will never steer you wrong. Even if you can't afford any more pair of shoes, you'll be all set. It will cover all your shoes' need. So don't skimp on them. Buy the best one you can afford.
When buying some good quality pumps, remember that the size may vary depending on the brands. If you're not sure what size fits you best ask the store to measure your feet or try two or three different sizes until you get the right fit. There's nothing worse than an ill-fitting shoes.
If you have large ankles:
Avoid ankle strap style shoes.
Buy plain pumps and slingback, it'll take the attention away from your ankle.
Slingback Style |
If you have short legs:
Avoid t-strap style and bright colored shoes, it'll make you look shorter.
Instead, go for the open toes, black and nude shoes they'll make your legs look longer.
Open Toes Style |
If you have wide feet:
Go for the round-toed style.
Round toes |
If you want your legs to look lean and longer:
Go for pointy toes style, it'll give you an illusion of extra height.
Pointy Toes |
Plus size woman:
Go for the platforms and thicker heels style shoes for extra comfort.
Platform Style |
Thick Heels Style |
Heel height is extremely important:
Remember that they do come in different height from 1' all the way 5' + inches. It's up to you to decide what's comfortable for you. You don't have to wear 4' and 5' inches just because everybody is doing it, or trying to impress someone. You probably have tons of shoes sitting in your closet collecting dust, and don't wear it because it's to high. Am I right? I use to do the same thing. :- )
Make sure you're comfortable with the height of your shoes without bending your knees or hunching your back while walking. If your legs feel shaky don't be embarrassed to go down few inches. I'm very comfortable with 3' to 3'1/2 inches, anything more than that my legs starts to shake. So I don't do it because I'm not about to break or twist my ankle for the safe of fashion.
If you're bending and hunching your back while wearing high heels:
When you wear heels you should be able to walk with your knee and back straight, if not they're to high for you. Some woman can't walk in heels because they have the wrong height and uncomfortable material shoes. Heels are not sneakers or sandals. When wearing heels, take small steps, taking large steps makes you look award, and you can hurt yourself. There's no point in being painfully miserable just for the sake of looking good.
If you do lots of walking:
A pair of neutral color in ballet is a must have.
Try to minimize the amount of time you spend on your high heels, by getting for yourself one of this beautiful ballet shoes. Just fold them and through them in your purse, when your feet says enough put this cute little ballet shoes on... and enjoy your life without having to sacrificing your poor little feet, back and knees just for the sake of looking good. Not to mention looking stupid and award walking down the streets hunching and dragging your feet because your shoes hurt. Pinching shoes are no fun... no matter how cute or expensive they are. I don't know about you guys, but I prefer to walk bare-feet, than to be wearing a beautiful expensive pinching shoes!
Hello Mrs Maria,
ReplyDeleteI wanted to know if it is healthy to use weave and braids to grow my hair.
It breaks constantly, recently I had it cut very show to see if the breaking would stop it didn't, now I want to grow it but it seems it can't stop breaking and I have huge patches that have fallen out.
Please advise hw I can grow it naturally and stop the breakings also
Thank you
Hi Timmoy,
ReplyDeleteI don't think it's a good idea for you to use braids and weave to help your hair grow. If your hair is very weak and constantly braking, you should treat it weekly with natural and organic hair products. You should also avoid heat process such as: curling/flat iron. Instead try roller set and wet wrap. Also avoid combing and brushing it everyday. Get some pretty hair accessories to use on those bad hair days. Check my post on: Why is my hair breaking, and Is your hair driving you crazy? I think it has some information that could help you. Check them out and let me know what you think.
Hi Mrs. Maria,
DeleteI just saw you reply and unfortunately I have to say that I have been using a lot of curling iron and I find that it has gotten worse. I use it because its very short and dry and as I mentioned to has bald patches from breaking and so I don't know what to do to style it. I saw your post and I will check out those post. Thank you.
The best tip in shopping for shoes is quality not quantity. I believe in spending Money, you can get shoe at a good price on sale. I have learnt never to buy clothes at full price, I Always go after sales.
ReplyDeleteBig fan of the blog
Ms Guni, england uk
Hi, Ms Guni,thank you for being a fan :-)))
ReplyDeleteYou're absolutely right, quality beats quantity anytime.
And the best way to shop quality is to take advantage of sale. I always try to pay at least half of the price, if not less. Most of them are overpriced anyways.