Time is ticking and your hair's still wet. Gotta get dressed in a flash? No problem. Tiza's here with time-saving tricks to get you gorgeous before he rings the doorbell. First, chill out. Take a deep breath. You need to think sharp in fast-forward fashion mode. Freaking will only fluster and waste more precious seconds. On we go. When picking your dress and heels, grab your first pick. No second-guessing. Your intuition will tell you what to wear. We're sure there's a study out there that proves 98 percent of the time, girls end up wearing their first choice when the entire closet's tossed on the bed. On to hair--no time to blow dry and straighten or curl. Flash dressing calls for au natural. For long hair, try a sleek ponytail or bun. If you have natural waves, scrunch a little product of choice and let nature do the rest. Pin back untamed tresses with a quick bobby pin or two. A chic head band may be necessary for wild, shorter hair. Now for makeup. All you need for a quick fix: concealer, mascara, your regular blush, preferably a sheer, opalescent multi-tinted blush and lip gloss. You know what to do to get a dewy glow in seconds flat. Touch up nails with quick-dry clear or translucent color. Don't try a full out French manicure. If you're really in a crunch, throw a file in your purse and smooth rough edges in the car. Grab the closest clutch and don't forget the following: cell phone, ID, credit card or cash, lip gloss and keys. Who says you can't look like a million in five minutes flat? Presto change-o, ladies. Get gorgeous in a snap. |
Fun: July 2009 Archives
Chill out this summer in a breezy dress as stressless as a nap in a hammock. Just because you're in a dress doesn't demand discomfort. The hottest new trend in summer formal wear springs from a mix of psychology fitted with fashion. Everyone's stressed. But when yoga gets you all twisted up, it's time to try something simpler--make smart summer wardrobe choices that will help you keep your cool and looking great. -Simple dress designs are kind to the eye. Calm patterns will help keep you breathing deep. Go for a discreet, sheer polka dot, a single wavy pattern or a solid print. -Loosen up with a slightly looser-fitting dress that still flatters your figure. Make room for a little breeze when strutting your stuff in the heat. Try a lightly looser fabric that moves with you, not against you. -Cool colors are a great de-stresser, too. Just like a cool blue or green painted room is much more soothing than a bright red or orange room-the same goes with what you wear. -Take it down a notch with a lower heel. Instead of stilettos, which totally strain your feet, try an elegant kitten heel at your next black tie soiree. You can dance fancy free and your toes will thank you at the end of the night. If you are what you wear, you might as well get comfy in your clothes and still rock a red carpet. |
This summer, the hottest jewelry is au natural. Let Mother Earth adorn your neck with the finest natural components our fashion savvy planet has to offer. Stained wood, shells, bone, coco and even horn give you a beachy look that can be dressed up or down. A single strand of black stained wood beads complements a short, solid cocktail dress for any summer soiree. Plus, you can't get bored with hand-painted bangles made of any natural material. For a precious approach, go for pearl. This fine element, birthed in the safe haven of shells, invokes images of the sea--a breezy place anyone would like to be. Leave the plain white, boring, circle pearls at home and try a strand of naturally shaped pink or brown pearls--the hottest new look for a lounging Venus on the half shell. Turquoise--of course. This summer staple stone can be reinvented as often as the seasons change. From size to cut and color, you're bound to find a turquoise piece that's right for you. Mix it up. Delicate, iridescent shells and baby pink pearls make the perfect match for a dainty look that's lighter than air--perfect for the sweltering heat. Or try carved bone beads with a large turquoise drop. Looks great with pastels and creamy lace dresses. Summer is no time for symmetrical design--carving and polishing can deplete a stone or shell from its natural beauty. Get a little carefree and go for a diamond in the rough. Remember, no two pearls or stones are made the same. Just like you, we like our jewelry just as nature intended. |
What makes a great pair legs? The right dress, of course. From short and skinny to tall and curvaceous, there's a length for every leg that looks lovely. Super long legged girls look great in tea length dresses. With all that leg, make sure you cover enough. A micro mini skirt looks even shorter on long legs. Don't want to give the wrong impression! Skinny legs should stick with sheaths--something fitting that falls to the floor. Anything short and bubbly might give you a scrawny chicken leg look. If you have a slender waist with curvy thighs, try a mermaid-shaped dress that emphasizes your trim tummy. Some vital tips from yours at Tiza! |
All dressed up and no place to go? Sometimes, summer can leave you lagging in the long hot hours with nothing to do. A little Tiza advice to spice up your nights and a perfect excuse to bust out that beautiful gown... -Host a garden party. No reason necessary. A little shade and champagne over a nice mowed lawn. Delightful. -Visit an art gallery opening. Patrons always get dolled up for exhibit openings. Check out what's going on in your downtown area. -Plan a night on the town with the gals. Why watch Real World reruns in a T shirt all night while your dress collects closet cobwebs? Time to rally the girls for dinner, drinks and dancing. -Give the best birthday bash for your buds. Make your friends with summer birthdays feel extra special this year. Plan a black and white cocktail party right in your living room or in a nifty backyard. Decorate the deck with white Christmas lights. If you squint, it just might look like a Manhattan skyline at dusk. -Tell your guy to grab a tie. Tonight, you're going on a real date. Hey, the two of you can splurge every now and then. Shave those legs and hang your bikini up to dry--it's time to play dress up and get creative! |
The invite reads "formal attire, please." But what the heck does that mean? Party definitions can be quite controversial. Let's get the rules straight, so you wear what's right when arriving fashionably late. Black Tie: Get dressy! A lacy short dress with a heart-shaped torso and the right heels are perfect for a black tie event. But a long, flowing train the barely brushed the floor could work, too. It really depends on your mood and what you like to wear. Formal Attire: Typically calls for a long dress. Usually the same as black tie. White Tie or Ultra Formal: Jazz it up. Guys will wear full dress--white tie, vest, the works. Ladies opt for full-length gowns. An A-line ball gown will do. Fancy schmancy! Black Tie Optional: Best to feel it out. What's the occasion? Consider time of day and the crowd. Depending on the party, anything from a cute mini to a silky full-length will work. Semi-Formal or After Five: This means long dresses are not required. Again, consider the occasion and time of day. Cocktail: Short, elegant dresses are best for a cocktail party. Don't go too casual, nothing you'd wear to church or a picnic. Sequins and embroidery are totally cool. Of course, if you have questions, always call the host. She'll be thrilled that you care about what you wear to her event. Shop on! |
