Are The Colours You're Wearing Flattering You?

You know when people comment on a garment you’re wearing but maybe not you? Or ask if you’re feeling alright, suggest you look tired or thought you were older? Then there are those times when people comment how well, relaxed you look. 

There’s a strong chance the colours you’re wearing are influencing those impressions of you. It’s because our faces reflect the colours we wear. 

Unflattering colours can make you look dull, tired, larger, older as well as highlight skin blemishes including wrinkles and double chins. Flattering colours can make you look healthier, vibrant, younger, slimmer. 

This was demonstrated on my recent Facebook post and again in this blog – the black dulled my complexion and eyes, while the blue did the opposite and gave a more flattering, vibrant glow. 

Like many, I had a number of black garments in my closet yet never felt that great wearing the colour. After learning my colours, I now know why. 

And while black is regarded a slimming colour – for the fact that it recedes – if it, or any colour for that matter, doesn’t suit you it can actually draw unwanted attention to your body because it’s noticed. Perhaps try a darker colour that suits you better – there are many gorgeous rich colours to choose from. 

In the meantime, there would understandably be a reluctance to cull one’s closet be it for economic or attachment reasons, or until you build up a collection of colour compatible garments. 

So what to do with those colours that aren’t so great on you? Here are some tips to help you always look and feel fabulous. 

• Keep the colour away from your face
• Wear it on your bottom half 
• Wear another colour between it and your skin
• Wear an accessory such as scarf or jewellery in a flattering colour near your face
• Keep it to less than 10 per cent of your entire outfit
• Show more skin (appropriately) as your skin will always suit you
• Wear more makeup to keep the focus on your face

Hope this helps. Have fun experimenting with colour!

Nicky xx

 

Why Are Frames On Glasses Expensive?

Ever wondered why the frames of your glasses are more expensive than the lenses themselves? 

Ever thought it seemed odd given it’s the lenses that improve your eye sight? 

Quality glasses are made from cellulose acetate which is derived from cotton and wood pulp. 

It goes through many production steps, is usually aged, and then assembled and polished by hand by highly trained technicians. 

Acetate ensures the glasses are more flexible, adapt to your face over time, and less likely to break unlike cheaper versions of plastic. 

It is also hypoallergenic and bacteria resistant meaning the frames are less likely to irritate your skin. 

So when you next need glasses, you’ll know why the frames can be pricey. 

Nicky xx

How To Help Remove Age Spots

Do you have annoying brown spots appearing on your hands, arms or face area? 

Firstly, get them check out by a doctor to ensure it’s not skin cancer, and to confirm they are in fact age spots. Despite the `age’ reference, they can appear earlier than we’d like, usually as a result of sun exposure.

And while they can be removed by dermatologists (if you’re really worried by their appearance), attached are some home remedies to try: http://bit.ly/23cswhw. Note some patience is required as it may be a few weeks until you see results. If you have sensitive skin, check with your GP or test on a small area first. I’m trying the lemon juice remedy and will keep you posted. 

In the meantime, are your hands, neck and décolletage a part of your skin care regime or do you mostly focus on your face? Have you ever noticed people with a great face complexion but their neck, décolletage or hands look older? There are easy ways to help avoid this, starting with expanding your skin care regime to these areas and your body more broadly. 

Some other tips: 

WEAR GLOVES when driving where your hands are exposed to the sun. Not just in winter, all the time. Look chic in leather gloves this winter and opt for light glove fabrics during summer or fingerless gloves which can be more convenient. These organic cotton gloves from The Body Shop are worth a look. 

Shop: The Body Shop http://bit.ly/1VsnH12

WEAR SUNSCREEN to exposed parts of your body including during the colder months. Ensure the sunscreen is approved by Cancer Council Australia or skin cancer experts in your country. A recent study by Choice found a number of tested SPF 50+ sunscreens didn’t live up to their claims – read more https://www.choice.com.au/spf. As expected, the Cancer Council’s sunscreen passed the test. 

Shop: Cancer Council http://bit.ly/228hQy9

COVER YOUR DÉCOLLETAGE when outside in the sun, be it a high neck top or a scarf or accessories when wearing a lower cut top. There are some great winter scarves now available or why not give your outfit a colourful twist with a bandana? 

Shop: Bohemian Traders http://bit.ly/1Tymg13

Shop: Go Jane http://bit.ly/228iX0x

I’d love to hear if you have any luck with these remedies or know of other safe options, and of course any questions you have.

Chat soon. 

Nicky xx