THREADED: March 2015

Tips for Repeating Outfits !

5:32 PM

Hey femme fatales ,

The biggest issue for many females is often choosing what to wear from the million pieces they have stored in their closets, and for the others, it's definitely more about trying to choose between what was worn last week and the outfit from three weeks ago. We've all been there....

Hey femmes, it's really no big deal to repeat your clothes. Normal people rarely own a closet that's the size of a clothing store, and neither do they have the money to purchase a new item everyday to avoid repetition... So, just get over the stigma; you don't need to wear something new all the time to look good or feel good about your outfit.

For the ladies who wear a new outfit everyday, kudos to you sista, but if you're anything like me and spend hours in the closet trying to find something to wear, then I have a few tips in mind, that may help when you just have to repeat a piece.

Tip 1.

When purchasing outfits, avoid items that specifically coordinate with each other. That way, you can get to mix and match the older with the more recent.

Tip 2.

Don't be afraid to DIY: wear your clothes, and when you feel like you're over them, get on YouTube, find something you like, and transform them into new, trendy pieces.

Tip 3.

This goes hand-in-hand with 'Tip 2'; do not throw away old clothes, hand them down. You could donate them to charity, give them to a younger family member, or put them away for a while. Fashion is repetitive, so you're bound to find some of your old pieces in style again.

Tip 4.

This final tip is possibly the most important: SWITCH UP YOUR ACCESSORIES. You'd be surprised by how different a piece can look if you just changed the purse or the necklace you usually wear with it.

Feel free to make suggestions ,ask questions and comments :)

My Natural Hair Journey

5:29 PM

" Why did you go natural ?" - this question is thrown at me all the time . Well i can honestly say that the reason i decided to go natural is because i was frustrated with the process of getting my hair relaxed every six weeks. My scalp is very sensitive due to the fact that I have mild eczema in my scalp .Yes ,real girl ,with real problems . Didn't matter what relaxer i used ,it would always burn like crazy! And in addition to that, my hair had been processed for years.I had my first relaxer at age 7. I didn't remember anything about my natural hair . My only memory of it was that it was really thick and i would hide whenever it was 'wash day' lol . Here's a little timeline of my hair journey along with my current hair products .

2013

2014 ( Began cutting my hair )

2014 ( July , BIG CHOP!)

2015 (Current hair status )

My current hair products

Tips for going natural :
Tip 1. have a good reason ,lol don't go natural because it's trending ,do it because it's something that YOU want to do .That way you will be more prepared for the challenges that come with it .
Tip 2. Do not let anyone discourage you ,trust me i faced a lot of discouragement when i decided to go natural .
Tip 3 .Its rough! ,getting to know your hair can be really frustrating ,but eventually you will definitely get the hang of it,watch a lot of youtube videos ,that's what i did .
Tip 4. Accept your hair for what it is,not everyone is gonna have wavy natural hair ,a lot of girls go natural thinking that they are gonna have a wavy texture,then they get disappointed and all that, so femmes ensure that you have a good reason for going natural .

Feel free to make suggestions ,ask questions and comments :)

Another Acne Secret = Revealed!

3:37 PM

Hey guys ,
So two weeks ago I shared a simple home remedy that I use to get rid of my acne scars ,however today I'm sharing another home remedy to help control acne breakouts.
What's cuter than having a face covered in pimples -.- ..........Everything. When I started high school I struggled for probably 3 years with acne, it was really embarrassing because the other kids had faces that were smoother than a babies butt . This was the only thing that seemed to work for me :)

BAKING SODA

How to do this ?
You simply make a paste by adding two/three table spoons of water with two table spoons of baking soda .

This paste is used to exfoliate the skin,removing dead skin cells and dirt . I usually just use this as a scrub but you can also just simply apply it directly to your pimples for about 10 -15 minutes and then rinse it off .

Tips for using this :
Tip 1. Baking soda can be very drying to your skin,so after using this you may want to moisturize your face .I personally use olive oil.
Tip 2. Some people leave this on overnight ,you can but I wouldn't advise you to because as I said previously ,baking soda can be harsh on skin.
Tip 3. If you have any open pimples ,it might burn a little ,but not for too long .If it continues rinse it off Asap with cold water.
Tip 4. Avoid using this too often , 2-3 times a week is good enough.
Tip 5.If you have severe acne ,and this doesn't work,and nothing at allll works for you ,then i would recommend trying - A- Ret (Tretinoin ) . My sister has tried this and it worked really well for her.Research it .

If you try this out,let me know if it worked .
Feel free to make suggestions ,ask questions and comments, :)

How I Transformed My Old Clothes Into This Cute Semi-Retro Outfit !

6:26 PM

Hey femme fatales,
So, this weekend I ran into some trouble with my wardrobe, but luckily I had my scissors with me so I was able to save myself. I came home for the weekend and I didn't expect to go anywhere so I left all my clothes back at my other place. Then my friend called to have a link up that I just couldn't say no to. The only thing i had at home were very old clothes, some that I didn't even remember existed. I felt jammed and a little hopeless to be honest, to the point where I didn't even want to go out anymore; however that would make me seem like a complete diva. So I got it together, scrambled my old clothes, and reached for my magic wand (scissors), and the end result was this semi-retro outfit:

BEFORE
Some old school pants that got really tight and a button down shirt that I've had for the longest while:D

THE END RESULTS !!

Pretty much I just cut the sleeves off the shirt and tied a knot at the front and then I cut the pants (not too short,this would balance out the knot i made with my top since it's already showing some skin ) and folded the ends to give it a neater look.Really quick and easy.

Tips that might be helpful :

Tip 1. Always travel with a pair of scissors ,you just never know when you might need to snip something up .

Tip 2. DO NOT throw away your old clothes ,keep them for whenever you want to experiment OR give them to the less fortunate ( salvation army or the infirmary,which i occasionally do).

Tip 3. Keep an open mind and explore the different styles out there .

Tip 4. My favorite, never leave your confidence at home!

Tell me what you guys think,did i pull it off ?

YAY or NAY ?

1:59 PM

Yay or Nay

What’s up femmes?! Throwing on clothes may be the easiest part of getting ready; the challenge comes in when you’re to step through the door and feel confident about what you’re wearing. We think, ‘is my outfit ‘yay’ or ‘nay’?’, ‘will people think I’m crazy for wearing this?’ or ‘does this make the statement I’m trying to make?’

In my opinion, there’s really no ‘yay’ or ‘nay’ when it comes to style. What makes a spectacular outfit is how well you’re able to rock it! Take Rihanna for example; I’m sure most of us could never pull off her outfits the way she does. Some of them we’d otherwise find ‘awkward’, but somehow, she still manages to make ‘awkward’ so appealing! However, her boldness is what makes her different, it makes her iconic; she isn't afraid to take risks and she's confident so it works! At the end of the day, individuality and confidence is key, just put together something that suits you.

Wear your clothes; DON’T EVER make them wear you.

The C.C Rule: Ensure you’re COMFORTABLE in your outfit, and never leave your CONFIDENCE at home.

Work it girls!

Could you guys rock these with confidence ?

Feel free to comment,suggest and ask questions :)

A Quick and Easy Way to Get Rid of Acne Scars/Marks .

1:25 PM

Hey femme fatales ,
Are you tired of stubborn acne scars that just wont go away? Well I have a simple home remedy that might help ( lol that sounded so much like a commercial :D) .

Lemon juice / Lime juice .

There are numerous health benefits of lime. These include : relief of constipation ,weight loss ,improved digestion , skin care and these are just a few . I personally use it to reduce the visibility of my acne scars . It's cheap ,easy and located right in my refrigerator. By following these simple instructions you should be able to see a difference in your skin within a week at least.

STEP 1. Purchase your lemons/lime lol,or pick it from the tree in your backyard.Whichever works for you.

STEP 2. You can now squeeze the juice from the lemon/lime into a bottle or container .As for me I'm super lazy ,so i go right ahead and squeeze the juice onto a face rag/cloth. A cotton ball can be used as well.

STEP 3. The easiest step ,apply this to your face gently . Depending on how sensitive your skin is,you can leave this on for about 5-10 minutes.Rinse with cold water .

STEP 4. Moisturize.I use olive oil to do this .

> If you have very sensitive skin,I would suggest diluting the lemon juice with equal amounts of water .
> Avoid using this treatment in the day.Before bed is good enough.
> For starters ,2-3 times a week is also good enough .
> You might experience a burning sensation after applying.If so pat your face with cold water .It's nothing to worry about and I promise in no time it will go away.

If you try this out,let me know if it worked for you :)

Feel free to comment ,suggest and ask questions.

Does Wearing Less Clothes Make a Woman More Attractive ?

4:45 PM

Hey femme fatales,

I think it's natural for a woman to want to look sexy. In our minds, it's just a way to boost our self esteem. Question is though, does being sexy mean wearing less clothes? Well no sister, not true.
I've speculated that many females seem to think that looking 'sexy' means butt cheeks dropping through and boobs hanging out; come on guys, to you it may look fine, but we don't need to be seeing all of that. I mean, I might be guilty, as I've thought so too, but it's an easy fix though.

I'm going to give you guys my moms top tips on looking sexy without sacrificing class.
Tip 1. If you're wearing something revealing on the lower half (eg. booty shorts ), scrap that crop top you've been dying to put on for a more covered up, yet trendy top.
Tip 2. Flip the first tip, heck throw on your sexy crop top, but similarly, balance the look with some denim, pants, or a midi skirt.

Tip 3. You don't even have to go with either, go ahead cover up from head to toe, be confident you can still pull it off.
Tip 4. I'm old school; I don't break the rules , but I do like to bend them. So, whenever you're feeling like a baddie, wear a crop top with your shorts BUT, ensure to tone it down a little with a jacket, cardigan, or a sleeved shirt.

''A girl should be two things : classy and fabulous " -Coco Chanel -

Girls don't get me wrong here, there's nothing wrong with wearing shorts and crop tops together . Sometimes you might wanna dress that way for a particular occasion ,for instance a Soca party or a beach party who knows . Just be open minded about it and explore the different styles out there .
I hope you guys will find these tips helpful .

.......And remember ,never leave your confidence at home :)

Myself
Anna
Chris-sonnia