Over the Knee Flats, UG(lie)S and How to Create Your Own Happiness
WHAT:
Bonjour Dames! What I’m about to say may shock you: I HATE UGS. Yes, I know they’re “so comfy.” Yes, I know all the celebs where them. Yes, I know they have a cult following. But c’mon, girls! They’re DAMN ugly. Their name defines the reaction they elicit when I see their lumpy potato-like form in the streets: “Ugh!” That being said, I am on a mission to eliminate them from the face of the earth by pushing another comfy, stylish alternative to womankind: the over the knee flat boot.
Bakers $90
So much sleeker. So much sexier. Still comfy, and far more versatile. And if you’re too much of a prude to rock the Julia Roberts thigh-high hooker boots, this is your perfect, demure alternative. Don’t fight it, girls! Keep those UGS in the house and get on board! I’ll–I mean you’ll be glad you did!
WHERE:
Zigi $175
Chinese Laundry $110
Zigi $78
Sam Edelman $199
Miss Me $55
Fergie $133
HOW:
I absolutely love this look with a pair of leggings or supper skinny jeans. The closer the fit to your skin, the better. Because they are flats, these boots are great for day or night. Throw them on with anything from vintage tee to a work button-up to a sexy sweater dress at night. They’re so comfy and versatile, you won’t want to take them off.
EASY-LIVING TIP:
Interested in finding out how to create your own happiness? In chapter five of The Power of Positive Thinking, by Norman Vincent Peale, Peale emphasizes that anyone who desires it, wills it, learns and applies the right formula can posses unwavering happiness. So what’s this secret formula? Read on and find out.
1. Make a mental list of happy thoughts and pass them through your mind several times a day. Begin your day with a happy statement. If a negative thought creeps in, immediately eject it from your mind and replace it with a happy one. We are what we think we are.
2. Be kind to others. It is true that happiness is contagious, so take a moment each day to share a compliment or make a simple, kind gesture. When the benefactor smiles his or her thanks, you will, too.
3. Surround yourself with positive, happy people. We all have that friend who is constantly in crisis. Constantly unhappy. Well you know the old adage that misery loves company. If you can’t avoid people like this altogether, at least make a conscious decision not to absorb or reflect their unhappiness.
4. Smile. The simple action of forcing a big smile when you’re feeling down will change your mood. Your mind often follows your actions so give this a try.
5. Make a list of the things you are grateful for in your life and refer to it often. We get caught up in a whirlwind of stress and responsibilities and forget how fortunate we are to have even the simplest things, like family or our health.
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Driving Gloves, Mariachi Bands and Improving Your Body Language
by safura on November 3, 2009
in accessories
WHAT:
Hi Girls! If you’ve been visiting the blog regularly, you know that we’ve been aiming for the stands with our swag-factor lately. Faux fur, sheer tops–these are NOT fashion statements for the meek. Well, today’s feature is no exception. As the truly nipply weather approaches, it’s time to start talking gloves: driving gloves, to be exact.
Kenneth Cole $68
You’ve seen them on the paws of your favorite celebs from rockstar-status Rihanna to crazy Kanye (nevermind the 80 degree Los Angeles weather that he wore them in!). Well I’m here to tell you that it doesn’t matter whether you’re pushing a Maserati down the Audubon or you’re riding the Q train–musty, fat man to your left, a guitar-strumming mariachi band to your right–slip your hands into a pair of leather driving gloves and you’ll feel (and look!) like a bad mutha–shut yo’ mouth!
WHERE:
Portolano $78
Lord & Taylor $40
Saks $75
Thomas Pink $180
Ebay $27
Ebay $30
HOW:
If you want to go all the way with the bad-ass trend, you can pair these with a leather jacket. For a classier look, throw them on with a well-tailored wool coat or bomber jacket. Oh yeah- and don’t worry about matching the bolder hues with your outfit–remember that these are meant to be a statement piece.
EASY-LIVING TIP:
Have you ever noticed how some people just seem to reek of confidence? Much of this is in the way they carry themselves, and in particular, their body language. Your mom always told you to stand up straight, but what other things can you do (or avoid doing) in order to appear (and feel!) super confident? Here are seven quick suggestions that you can start using today:
1. Make eye contact, but don’t stare like a psycho. When someone is talking, hold their gaze most of the time, but for God’s sake–blink and look away every once in a while so they don’t think you’re a serial killer.
2. Don’t cross your arms (or you legs!). You’ve probably heard that crossing your arms makes you seem guarded. Well, crossing your legs does the same thing.
3. Don’t touch your face. It’s a tell-tale sign of being nervous and can distract whoever is speaking to you.
4. Don’t fidget. Tapping your foot on the ground, drumming your fingers–these are annoying, distracting habits that make you appear anxious.
5. Keep your chin up and your eyes away from the ground. The only time you should be looking down is when you’re dealing with steps. Facing the ground makes you look like a slouch.
6. Nod when people are speaking to you. This is the easiest way to show you’re listening and, more importantly, that you understand.
7. Don’t stand too close. Give others at least one and a half feet of “personal space” when speaking to them or you might put them off.
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