Do You Know Your Body Shape?

June 27, 2012 in Fashion, Image, Tracey Evelyn Imaging with 1 Comment

 

Do you know your body shape?  If you understand what your present body shape and proportions are and know a few style guidelines for your shape you are well on your way to looking your best. Getting dressed is a whole lot easier when you know your body type.  Start by identifying your body shape.  Most women fall into one these categories:

 

Triangle Shape

Shoulders are very narrow compared to the hips.

Larger at the hips, sometimes very curvy.

 

Inverted Triangle Shape

Shoulders are wider than your hips, by a good couple of inches.

You may or may not have a waist, many V shapes tend to have a shorter waist.

Your hips look straight given your shoulders being broad

You have little to no waist definition

 

Rectangle Shape

Few visible curves.

Very little to no defined waist.

Waist is the same or slightly narrower than shoulders and hips.

Figure may be slim or broad.

 

Hourglass Shape

Shoulders and hips are equally proportioned.

Waistline is very well defined, usually 8 to 10 inches smaller than bust and hips

This body shape is also known as the proportioned shaped in some fashion references.

 

Diamond Shape

Hips are broader than you bust and shoulders and you have a full midsection.

Waistline is undefined and the widest part of your frame.

Slightly more weight in the upper legs, but the lower legs are shapely.

The arms tend to proportionately slender.

 

Oval or Round Shape

A heavy frame with a prominent tummy.

A wide hip-line and more than likely a large bust.

Waist is wider from both front and side views, and rounded

Shoulders and hips are balanced, but narrower than waist

What is your body shape?  We wanna know….be sure to leave a comment.

Be sure to check back for tips on how to dress your body type.

 

Tracey Evelyn Reed is a visual brand specialist with over 15 years experience in the beauty industry. As an accomplished wardrobe stylist and make-up artist, she’s also a licensed esthetician. Her company, Tracey Evelyn Beautiful You, provides customized skin-care programs, make-up lessons, eyelash extensions, wardrobe consulting and personal shopping services. Tracey specializes in helping women reinvent their style and take their look to the next level. www.traceyevelynbeautifulyou.com

Follow her on Twitter at @TraceyEvelyninc

 

10 Fashionable Uses For An Old Toothbrush

June 17, 2013 in Image, Make-Up, Style on a Budget with 0 Comments

 

Not only are toothbrushes great for keeping your pearly whites in tip top shape.  This soft bristled little brush can be the inspiration of a little in house maintenance.  Check out these fashionable uses for an old toothbrush:

 

1.  Use a soft bristled toothbrush to brush your eyebrows or eyelashes.

 

 

2.  Use as an applicator for dye or to touch up your roots.

 

 

3.  Use to exfoliate those dry lips.

 

 

4.  Dry brush elbows and knees.

 

 

5.  Dip in soapy water to clean dirt from under nails.

 

 

6.  Use to clean combs, sharpeners & tweezers.

 

 

7.  Use as a tool along with a spot remover to take the stain out of clothing.

 

 

8.  Use a dampened toothbrush to clean jewelry.

 

 

9. Use to remove mud from the tread of shoes.

 

 

10. Use a toothbrush to remove the dust from the lint catch of your hair dryer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

How do you use an old tooth brush?  We want to know…..Leave a comment

 

 

 

 

 

Tracey Evelyn Reed is a visual brand specialist with over 15 years experience in the beauty industry. As an accomplished wardrobe stylist and make-up artist, she’s also a licensed esthetician. Her company, Tracey Evelyn Beautiful You, provides customized skin-care programs, make-up lessons, eyelash extensions, wardrobe consulting and personal shopping services. Tracey specializes in helping women reinvent their style and take their look to the next level. www.traceyevelynbeautifulyou.com

Follow her on Twitter at @TraceyEvelyninc

The Shift It’s Simply Chic

June 10, 2013 in Fashion, Image, Style on a Budget, Tracey Evelyn Imaging with 1 Comment

Twiggy in an iconic 60s shift dress

 

 

 

The shift dress has become a timeless silhouette.  A shift dress is a simple above the knee dress. This dress hangs loose from the shoulders with very little or no definition in the waist, cut straight or with a narrow A-line, thus   making it flattering for most body types.  Just add a belt to denote an hour glass silhouette.  This dress can be adapted to wear in any season. The simplicity of the shift dress makes it a very versatile piece, lending itself to a variety of accessories, embellishments and fabrics. The shift dress is a universally flattering and forgiving garment.  Every women should own a shift dress…..it’s so simple and chic.

 

 

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How do you wear your shift dress?  We wanna know….be sure to leave a comment.
Tracey Evelyn Reed is a visual brand specialist with over 15 years experience in the beauty industry. As an accomplished wardrobe stylist and make-up artist, she’s also a licensed esthetician. Her company, Tracey Evelyn Beautiful You, provides customized skin-care programs, make-up lessons, eyelash extensions, wardrobe consulting and personal shopping services. Tracey specializes in helping women reinvent their style and take their look to the next level. www.traceyevelynbeautifulyou.com

Follow her on Twitter at @TraceyEvelyninc

Add A Little Color To Your Life

June 3, 2013 in Beautiful You~ by Tracey Evelyn, Fashion, Style on a Budget, Tracey Evelyn Imaging with 0 Comments

Do you look in the closet and see only black?  Do you wonder where is the color?  Do you find shopping for color intimidating?  Not really sure how to incorporate it into your wardrobe? Have no fear….you can add a little color to your life by adding one or two colorful pieces to your wardrobe and you can make a statement too!   It’s easier than you think.   Here are 5 easy ways to add color to your wardrobe:

 
1.  Bright Colored Blouse

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.  Bright Colored Skirt

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.  Colorful Jewelry 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.  Colorful Bag

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.  Bright Colored Shoes 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

How do you add color to your wardrobe?  We want to know.  Leave a comment:

 

 

 

 

 

Tracey Evelyn Reed is a visual brand specialist with over 15 years experience in the beauty industry. As an accomplished wardrobe stylist and make-up artist, she’s also a licensed esthetician. Her company, Tracey Evelyn Beautiful You, provides customized skin-care programs, make-up lessons, eyelash extensions, wardrobe consulting and personal shopping services. Tracey specializes in helping women reinvent their style and take their look to the next level. www.traceyevelynbeautifulyou.com

Follow her on Twitter at @TraceyEvelyninc

Oily Skin Got You Down?

May 20, 2013 in Image, Make-Up, Style on a Budget with 0 Comments

 

 

Are you oil glands working overtime?  Trying to get rid of the shine, especially your T-zone area?  Try these quick fixes that help to prevent that shiny look:

 

 

 

Wash your face at least twice a day with a gentle alcohol free cleanser

 

 

Tone with an alcohol free toner ( This will help to balance the PH level of the skin)

 

 

Moisturize, yes, you need to moisturize too! Use a oil free moisturizer (This will help to calm down the oil production and remind the skin that it doe’s have to work as hard to produce oil) 

 

 

Use oil-free foundation

 

 

Use a mattifier (a lightweight formula dries to a natural, matte finish, instantly absorbing oil and controlling shine)

 

 

Powder blush helps to absorb oil

 

 

Use loose powder, it helps to set make-up and absorbs oil

 

 

Use blotting paper  or tissue paper to absorb oil

 

 

 

 

 

Note:  Having oily skin has it’s benefits, if taken care of properly, oily skin is prone to have less wrinkles

 

 

 

 

 

How do you keep the shine down?  We wanna know, leave a comment:

 

 

 

Tracey Evelyn Reed is a visual brand specialist with over 15 years experience in the beauty industry. As an accomplished wardrobe stylist and make-up artist, she’s also a licensed esthetician. Her company, Tracey Evelyn Beautiful You, provides customized skin-care programs, make-up lessons, eyelash extensions, wardrobe consulting and personal shopping services. Tracey specializes in helping women reinvent their style and take their look to the next level. www.traceyevelynbeautifulyou.com

Follow her on Twitter at @TraceyEvelyninc

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