Fashion fails contd

For the first part, click here 

#Hair - Can you keep it simple? Hell no you can't! Not when all your TV role models are getting wild with it.  How can you even be comfortable walking around the streets with your hair looking somewhat like this?

 When you haven't been diagnosed with psychosis yet? *Coughs*

Also, when your hair is too long, passing your bums and ish, people are only going to ask you if you forgot the directions to a salon. No, nobody wants to really see Rapunzel walking around the streets for real.You know the worst of it all? When you use weaves to create this look. LOL like are you kidding me? You just went to buy someone else's hair to form Rapunzel? Please!!!

# Clothes - Always try to find out what fits your body type most. If it flatters your figure, go for it. If it doesn't, then it's just not for you. Try other options, I'm sure you'll find one that will work eventually.

#Colour blocking -Now people, we know that colour blocking is the trend now, but you have to differentiate between colour blocking and colour clashing. When you blend yellow, lilac, red, green and turquoise or walk around like the missing fragment of a rainbow, what exactly is your aim? To stop over and perform at a circus or to just visit some place like a sane human? You have to ask yourself these sorta questions sometimes. It sure helps.

 I must not fail to point out that fashion is really taking a new toll from what is actually admirable to outright madness. Some outfits are supposed to add the splendor and excitement to music videos and the runway, please leave them there and don't try to bring them to the streets.

When you walk on the streets and people are staring, it doesn't necessarily mean that they think you're beautiful, it just means that you're out of this world. 'Out of this world' could mean a whole lot. When you dress up and people cannot use simple words like "good, beautiful, pretty, sweet"...etc as compliments, rather they find themselves startled and eventually try to spew out words like "hot, sexy, incredible, wonderful"...seriously don't fan yourself yet. It only means that you've managed to stun them, but better pray that it's in a good way. I've even told my friends not to use those 'sexy' and 'hot' terms for me, it's just plain confusing. How did those even end up as compliments? Please just break it down in clear terms 'good' and 'bad'.
Anyway, I'm just saying because a lot of people dress a big mess and continue to dwell in their ignorance just because they believe that  a lot of people were captivated and really complimented their dressing. Sweetheart, if you remember well can you really say that those were real straightforward compliments?
People will always try to be nice you know. Well, I always try to be :)


There's no point of all these if I cannot find a way to help you out. So let's see:
 - Use a mirror? sigh! You already did that but it didn't work. You only saw what you wanted to see, innit? Can be a little confusing hun, I understand!
- Ok ask a friend...You can't still be too sure of that, you know what they say about "birds of a feather..." She probably looks worse. I can guess that accurately.
- Ok how about you ask a stranger? Worse, I think! You might mistake their being nice as admiration.

Ok let me see, what's the easiest remedy for you?
Get off MTV and the likes darling, and look at how real people around you dress.

Now, that I'm sure did the magic
What do you think? :)




P.s. Happy new month everyone.
Let the final quarter of the year begin. Wow! I can't believe we're there already.
Have a good one lovelies!

Fashion fails

Been a while since I wrote sth as in write something for real around here. I know someone that is doing a happy dance now LOL. Sorry if you had any dull moments with my little recess :)

I was just trying to enjoy my summer hols at least before bracing myself for the stress of school and life in general again.

So lets see, erm today we're talking fashion. 

I am not an ardent lover of fashion and trends so you might understand a little bit if I always find some of these fashion big moves insanely wrong.Well, I do love to look good but I'd like to describe myself as stylish rather than fashionable. I like it when I look at my mirror and I feel impressed. Yes guys, I just said it, sorry to burst your bubble, every girl doesn't dress to impress you.
I personally do it to impress myself :P
Did you sense an undertone in the reaffirmation? Yes it is what it is! I just hate it when guys think that girls spend time to dress up just to get that approving nod from them. Wth? You think we don't have a life? It's not enough that you looked at the whole world that we all share and called it yours? Puhlease!
Erm erm anyway please (peoples) forget all these my tantrums, it's just me trying not to make some people's heads swell. However, I want to mention that it's important that you try to think about the people around you still when you dress up. I hate to admit it but yes, that's what I mean. Pity the poor boy now! It could be totally disheartening for some of them sometimes don't you think? #justsaying
Imagine that you want to take your girl out, and she comes out looking like a complete ghost. Sometimes, this thing called fashion doesn't even make sense to me talk more of a guy that has the least idea of what is going on. And then you wonder why he wants to attend his friend's party without you? He just cannot shout! Even me, I cannot not shout LOL
You might want to introduce him to something you think is nice, but it's easier if he thinks it's nice too. Don't pull it off  like a major bomb blast, be careful and play it simple.

Here's a little collection of my "things to be careful with".
Don't be scared, it's all fun. However, if there's something you need to take note of, kindly do that :)





# Foundation - Foundations are really nice. I love mine 'cause it gives me this nice glow and helps keep the makeup on my face a lot longer. Naturally, I have a smooth face so I skipped the 'makes my face look smooth' part but it does make it look a lot smoother. If you wear an optimal amount, it will look so perfect. Beware of flaking your face all up with it, it will make you look like you're all padded up on the face. I mean I'll even be scared to hug you cause I'll just feel like everything you have on your face will just be transfered to my clothing or something. Little tip: Get your perfect shade and always stick to little as opposed to much.



#Powder - Again this could enhance your beauty so much you'll be so amazed. The most important thing is to try to get your best shade. Refrain from trying to get a lighter shade perhaps because you think if you make your face lighter, it will look prettier. No it won't, it will only make you look like your wearing a mask that is different from the rest of your body. Little tip: Talk to a cosmetician, they should know what should work for you. I know most of them at these cosmetic shops are always very eager to help.

#Smoky eyes- It could be a nice look when applied perfectly but 2 things are involved with this look. First, you might think it's just about spreading a substantial amount of eyeshadow on your eyes whereas it's not. If you don't have your way around it, I'll suggest you refrain from it except it's halloween day, you can never go wrong if that's the case. Little tip: I suggest you allow a professional to do it, the difference can be clearly told apart, that is, if you are not sure you can handle it.
Secondly, you have to understand that it might not be the best look everytime. For instance It's perfect for a night look but turning up at your desk as a teacher with dark blue smoky eyes is completely outrageous. Take note!!!





#Lip colors - Stop amusing people for free, except you're getting paid for it. Please who even invented yellow lips, green lips and the rest of those outrageous lip tars? Yea my bad! They were made for special purposes. Again for modelling, videos and other entertainment purposes, totally perfect. For everyday use? Little tip: please visit a psychologist. I said psychologist but if you figured out that I could indirectly be implying that you try a psychiatrist, it won't be a bad idea either.

#Red lips - I love, love, love it. BUT for red lips,  just like the smoky eyes, there are 2 things involved too:
Be careful that it doesn't smear all around.(Border it out first with a lip liner)
Also, be sure that it fits your skin tone.
Little tip: If you are very dark, and you want to go bold with the red lips, you have to be very careful with choosing your colour. Generally, I will say a brighter shade is definitely not your look but that's not completely true, you have to put some effort into finding your perfect shade.

See the contrast?

#Eyeliners - Keep it simple! Seriously keep this one simple as much as you can. Forget about shaving everything all up and drawing some butterflies with some flashy colours, you'll only succeed in looking like you escaped from another planet. Little tip: Try to shape your own brows and utilize them as much as you can as opposed to shaving everything off. Stay away from deep black too. Choose something that looks natural e.g dark brown or a lighter shade of black, depending on your skin and hair colour.

#Blushes - In this case, the old long makeup rule, "Less is more" is really top notch. And don't forget to look for a colour that looks just a lil bit more than natural. Those very colourful cheeks will only suggest one thing and that is, "I could be a clown right now". Little tip: For darker skin tones, try bronzers in orange and brown shades instead of pink blushes, they definitely work better.

#Heels - They might look very beautiful and sophisticated but sincerely if you can't walk on them, then it's the complete opposite of everything you were trying to achieve. Look for some nice flats that can still give you that elegance while leaving you very comfortable. The best thing I like about heels is the way it makes you walk. It's as if it just gives you that added poise which for me I think is very important for every lady. Of course that can only happen if you are comfortable in them. Little tip: Try to walk in them around the house as much as you can until you think you've mastered your steps before heading out. Also when shopping, don't forget that being comfortable in them is just as important as them looking pretty.

To be continued...
Farrealz already putting it together, just didn't want a super long post, so check back soon for the concluding part :)

Meanwhile, you can leave your 'fashion fails' as comments too
I'm always very grateful to read your reviews :-)

My Video pick - week 23

  On the 25th  of Aug, 2001, a rare gem left this world.
Aaliyah used to be one of my screen idols.

A performer, a singer, a dancer, a unique lady with a very warm heart, no doubt I admired her guts so much. .

I remember how I replayed and replayed  her music video for "try again" until I perfected the choreography. 

I cried the day I heard the news about her death. It was very unlikely that the death of someone I didn't share anything in common with could make me tear up like that, but for some reasons, I believed it was because she had touched my heart. 

I can't believe it's been 10 years already, the memories still linger on.

Join millions of other fans around the world today, as we mark the 10th anniversary since the demise of this beautiful lady. May her soul continue to rest in peace.

Here's one of my best songs by her, "The one I gave my heart to"

Like always, EnjoY

  

And have a great weekend ahead :)

My video pick - Week 22

Erm my people! How una dey?

I bring this fine one come all the way from Naija :)

Here's the trailer for "Two brides and a baby"

No exaggerating though, it looks very promising.

Mehn seriously, I'm so proud of Nollywood right now. This is so on point. Right from the poster, to the story, to the visuals, to the cast,  mehn! this is classy! I just wish I could watch it right away. #Can't wait

Kudos to Blessing Effiom Egbe, the creative brain behind the story line and to the amazing prowess of Teco Benson, this is definitely a must watch, certified by me.
But why not? Just imagine that combination now  :)

Have a good weekend everyone! 

P.s. For more info about the movie, click here

My Video pick - Week 21

Hey Guys, It's been a minute, I know, I know
I see my hands steaming up a very hot write-up soon, somebody say an amen to that :)
Meanwhile, here is "Cry Baby" by Cee Lo Green
Like always, EnjoY!

Hey Mr Green, this isn't nice. Making a sister cry is so not nice :)
And if someone is asking, yes I love the video. I loved the witty side of it and the dance, yea the dance ;)
And I'm going to try my hands on that fad by the ladies. Colorful-short-flare gowns, with socks and gloves hehehe not in this heat. But I really loved the colors, it made the video really beautiful too.
I hope you enjoyed it?

Have a great weekend peeps!

My video pick - Week 20

Today's video is something that should make you all laugh.
The video is very funny. I just can't stop laughing.

So cute when it said "you're kidding me". Oh poor thing!

{Side note: Dedicated to T.notes, I hope this did the job :)}

Have a great weekend everyone!

Disclaimer: Re: Why do we get married + a Lil special

hahaha Ok I thought in my previous write up {Why do we get married?(Requested)} I even mentioned that I wasn't ready for marriage (Don't even know why I let that slip, but fact is, I did). Turns out that post looked more like an advert than the real purpose of it, which was meant to address the essence of marriage.

Since last week I've had this strange dude sending me messages about wanting to meet me, that he's found his wife because of the post I put up, he read it and he was so captivated and the plenty bla blas. No offence, but seriously you're not helping.
LOL! Is this how ludicrous this topic has become?

I already pointed out that I had my reservations about marriage and you think the best person that will make me throw all that in the wind is someone that just basically read about my weakness and decided to capitalize on it? Seriously, I didn't take it seriously until I received another "I read your post and would like to meet you" from another guy this morning. Hahaha mehn I don suffer. Seriously, I don't get it, I guess I'm missing something. Even though I read it again, I still couldn't figure out what, so perhaps this should do the job.

DISCLAIMER: Please if that post came across like I was advertising or something,  I would like to have you know that it was a huge misunderstanding on your part. Your brain just basically read what it wanted to, it wasn't me. Thank YOU!

Mehn I can't stop laughing oh! In times like this, I try to remind myself of all the fantastic reasons why I'm  keeping this blog :)

On a brighter note, I stumbled upon something for my 2face's fans. Sorry this video is a little late, I actually thought I had published it a couple of days ago, I scheduled it but blogger just had to be funny. Anyway since I happen to know one of his greatest fans, I just had to merge it into this one and share it. Erm N.I.L I hope you enjoy watching this one ;-) 

I feel so proud of him. 

He couldn't leave his signature "yes oh" and see we did leave out "no shaking" the last time. How did we do that? LOL


Finally, I want to wish everybody a  happy new month
I pray all your dreams do come true
Enjoy your August Lovelies!