Great Skin, Hair and Makeup Help to Complete ANY Outfit! Part 1: Hair

No matter what you are wearing, regardless of how much it cost or what it looks like, a fresh face and nice hair REALLY help to make you feel GREAT. How you look on the outside and the image you project to others directly affect the way you feel about your self and the results you get from others.

Lets go ahead and just dispel some myths right now about hair and make up.

Myth 1: You can't a fashionable hair do and make up in less then 1/2 hour. WRONG!!!!

Myth 2: My hair is awful and nobody knows how to cut it. WRONG!!!

Myth 3: Skin care routines are too time consuming and don't really help any way. WRONG!!!

Myth 4: Good skin care costs too much money. WRONG!!!

Myth 5: Wearing a lot of make up just makes people look fake. WRONG!!!


We are going to cover each of these myths and I am going to explain how to make you feel great in just a few minutes. I have sold Mary Kay Products for years and I have done hair for years that was what started me on the path of fashion. If you want to check out my website it is www.marykay.com/shosman1 or you can email me at perfectpintuck@gmail.com for a personal skin care and color consultation. The consultation is COMPLETELY free and I am happy to come to your home (if you live in the Phoenix area) otherwise I can help you over the phone and via email.

Hair: First and most important is that a good hair dresser is worth their weight in Gold. Not to be critical but Supercuts, Great Clips, these types of chain stores will not provide a quality hair cut as a rule. There is always the exceptions but don't live by the exceptions live by the rules. Look for a salon that has an established clintel and take recommendations from your friends who have good hair cuts.

Here are some other tips for getting a good hair cut.

• Your hair dresser should be in the age range of 22-40 so that he or she is up to date on the latest hair trends, styles and techniques.



• Look for a hairdresser that has been styling for more then 3 years. This does not include beauty school or assisting time.



• Don't switch hairdressers often, let that hair dresser get to know you and your hair. Even if the first cut is not perfect. Give a hairdresser two chances.



• Your hairdresser is not a mind reader! Bring LOTS of pictures in of the hair cut you want along with pictures of the color you want. This helps the hair dresser visualize what you are visualizing.



• Look for hair styles that fit your lifestyle and personal hair dressing skills.

When looking for a Shampoo remember that not all shampoos are created equal. Expensive salon brand shampoos are more concentrated and have less additives creating softer and shinier hair. I have used Redkin for years and I love it. Bedhead is another good brand. I have found that shampoos like Pantene and Finesse tend to weigh the hair down and build up like soap scum in your hair. My Redkin Shampoo costs $24 for the large bottle and I have to replace it every 9 months, I wash my hair 3 times a week so that shampoo costs me $.22 a wash. 25oz of Pantene usually costs about $8.50, one bottle used to last me 3-4 months which means that it is really the same cost... Always look at COST PER USE not cost.

When you are styling your hair look for details...If you are going to "pony up" with a ponytail then make it a stylish ponytail. If you are going to wear it straight and down why not try an inexpensive head band. I have always found that a 1920's hair style and fashion looks good on me so I take a lot of inspiration from that. I usually wear head bands, barretts and bows that fit that look. You can do the same, look through the decades and look for inspiration from styles of that decade. (Don't pick the 80's though....it was a bad time for hair)

Honor the Occasion and Respect Yourself With Your Attire!

I know that I have blogged about this before but it is a point that is so important! That point is dressing appropriately for the occasion to show honor and respect to those you are with and yourself. I want to set up some important guidelines to follow when dressing for different occasions.

I know many struggle with this and building a wardrobe that will work in your life so please feel free to use me! I am Sarah Hosman, Personal Shopper and Stylist. I would like to make you feel GREAT 100% of the time and help you find a wardrobe that will work for you and your life.

Out to Dinner with Friends: This sort of event does not require a ball gown but it does require some effort. Depending on the restaurant take a few extra minutes to make sure you are wearing a nice top and appropriate Pants or skirt. Unless you are at the Beach it is NEVER appropriate to wear shorts to dinner. Here are some suggestions:

Hot Date with your Man: Ladies don't go frumpy when you are on date with your sweetie, make sure you look sexy for him. This is a good time to show off your figure and your curves. Show a little skin for him! Here are some suggestions:

Church: This where you go to worship your creator and show respect for him...well then, dress nicely! I saw folks leaving from church on Sunday in shorts and tee shirts...UNACCEPTABLE!!! Men should always look to dress business professional and the same is true for women. Here are some suggestions:

Wedding: Depending on the theme usually go with church appropriate is wedding appropriate. If the wedding is on the beach or outside you can dress down but still keep it classy. Here are some suggestions:

Work: Depending on your work place you may be able to dress down or have to dress up either way make sure your hair and makeup are done cute so that you look professional. Remember that anything you would wear to the club should never be worn as work attire. Dress to impress and dress up! It will get you noticed in a positive way and could lead to a promotion. Here are some suggestions for business casual to business professional:

Stylish workout wear

Workout gear is one of those necessary evils in my mind. You can't go to the gym in stilettos and a pencil skirt...you just get strange looks....I know I have tried...But no need to fear I am hear to give a little peak into some stylish and easy work out pieces even on a budget.

Now this blog and personal shopper in no way advocate wearing active wear as day to day wear...NOT OK! Gym cloths are for the gym!

Tops: The most important thing to consider here is if your lovely lady lumps are fit for a built in bra top or if a sports bra and top are the right way to go. I would say that any one below a D cup can wear a bra top and anyone D and above would want to consider a supportive active wear bra and an over shirt.

This Pearlizumi Top for $65 has a built in sports bra and adjustable supportive razor back straps.

This fashionable top is by Lucy for $52.

This Glamorise bra for larger chest sizes is $35

Bottoms: There are so many choices for bottoms...shorts, capris, pants, tight, loose....what to choose? Choose bottoms that are concussive to what you are doing, don't wear loose pants if you are going to ride a bike or a spin class wear appropriate biking shorts...Here are few options that can serve many purposes.

These are standard, comfortable and versatile workout pants by Fit Couture for $59.

This emerging trend is one that I really like, it is the workout skirt. It has shorts under but smooth over the tushy. This Pearlizumi skirt is $50.

These Lucy Shorts are a great length for $58

These Champion cropped pants are a quick dry material perfect for indoor or outdoor workouts, only $34!

These are just a few suggestions for how to make your active wear wardrobe work for you!

The Sun Dress!

I would like to take a moment to pay tribute to the worlds GREATEST clothing innovation...the Sun Dress! I am a huge sun dress fan and I wait with bated breath for summers hot months to wear only sun dresses. The great part about a sun dress is that it is 1-2 easy pieces, they are cool, they are inexpensive and you can wear sandals with them, and you always look put together and great in a sun dress. I generally buy 3-5 of them to rotate through out the week.

Here are a few good ones!!!

Loft Dress is under $50

Loft Dress for under $30, this cute dress is one I own and it is SOOOOO comfortable!!

Down East Basics Tuxedo Dress for under $30.

Down East Basics Sundress under $30.

This Forever 21 dress has a late 1920's look to it and would make a stylish statement for under $25

Black and white bold patterns are in this year! Look for this cute dress that is perfect for a BBQ or the office at Express $50

This adorable Yellow Eyelet baby doll dress is both sexy and sweet, Charlotte Russe $30

Anthropologie Sundress with pockets, it is under $90

This Anthropologie Dress is super chic and would be a dress up dress down kind of sundress it is $140

I personally prefer to wear my sun dresses with a little cami or an undershirt. Here is a picture of me and the hubby and you will notice I am wearing an undershirt made by Down East Basics.

The Wonder Tee and the Pretty Tee are made by Down East Basics and are a perfect little undershirt for the Modest Milly in the group!

Cardigans make a dress more modest which may be appropriate for work or church. This cardigan is from Ann Taylor Loft and is under $20.

Summer Boho Fashion

Summer is the perfect time to embrace a very easy going and bohemian fashion. Look for light fabrics and easy pieces. Bright colors, bold prints, ruffles, and easy large accessories are the perfect way to achieve a pulled together bohemian look.

Here are a few suggestions:

This look can be found at Anthropologie for $136

Everything you see this model wearing can be found at Ann Taylor Loft and the complete outfit costs $266. (that includes the shoes, necklace and bag!)

If you are on a budget try this lovely look from Kohls!

This look will only cost $41!

How about Boho Maternity??

This look for Pea in the Pod costs $116

This look is also at Ann Taylor Loft! $142

This look is the priciest one at $528 from Anthropologie.

I hope you have enjoyed our summer fashion tour. Good Luck and happy hunting!

For additional help with style and wardrobe makeover feel free to email me, Sarah Hosman, at perfectpintuck@gmail.com.

SUMMER!!!!

Summer weather is upon us and we know what means...the dreaded SWIMMING SUIT. Even I dread swimming suit shopping so I have decided to post some tips and trends for swimming suits that will hopefully help you find the Perfect Suit!

As for me this year I will be dawning a bikini for the first time in my life because I think few things are cuter then a pregnant woman in a bikini. I chose this one from Victoria Secret. My husband and I found out we are having a girl! Hurray for baby fashion! Here are a couple of pictures of the little one.

What you should first think of is what is your problem area or areas. Do you want your chest to be perky and appear younger and larger? Do you want your bum to appear smaller? Do want your waist to appear smaller? Do you want to be fully covered or show a little skin? So first evaluate what you want out of a Suit.

Apples: You will usually want to slim the waist and wrangle the girls while showing off your lovely limbs. This suit by Shape FX will help you to feel slimmer because it has a built in control top that will slim you down. The rouching also helps to mask any unsightly love handles.



Pears: You will usually want to slim down the bottom and minimize it. The Swim dress is a GREAT alternative to regular swim suits. Shape FX shows how the cut of this suit will flatter the bottom and enhance the bust.



Many pears boast a fabulous tummy and small waist so this alternative has a vintage feel with a modern twist that will accent the top while still covering the bottom.


Linear Figures: You will want to look for swimming suits that have geometric shapes that will make appear curvy. This sexy suit is by Victoria Secret


Lets face fact though! Linear Figures will look great in a bikini too!


Hour Glass: You have an ideal swim suit body even if you are not the perfect size. Here are two options. Both are from Shape FX and highlight the small waist while controlling the girls and bum.

What Do You Want to Know?

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Lovingly your humble and always fashionable Queen Sarah!