If you knew me in person, you would know I had never taken the time to learn how to learn grooming. I had always had that “I can’t and I don’t know how” thought rooted in my mind. For years and years on end, I had dressed in a humble, unflattering way and labelled as an ordinary (but not plain) gal. I had alway dressed in the same way, thinking that was the best way I could present myself.
However, things have changed lately. I want to change, desperately. For the past few months, I’ve worked (damned hard) on transforming myself inside out. I go about learning makeup, learning how to design my own hairstyles, learning how to groom and how to accessorize. And I can tell you, it’s a LOOOOONG journey. But I’m happy for the change, because the compliments I’ve received tell me enough that I’m better off.
Some of you may wonder, just how a person like me who had never learned what fashion is can style herself successfully? That’s a delicate and tricky issue. Fortunately, I’ve learned to complement my lack of knowledge in styling by visiting various shopping malls for God knows how many times. I also keep my eyes open so I can see how other women groom themselves. I also step outside of my comfort zone to try new styles of clothes which I’ve never imagined myself trying before. I have literally changed myself, from head to toes (yes, I mean it). Now, I think most people who know me (including my mom who is usually so blind to my appearance) will think that there’s something different in me.
Now you’ve known a gist of the story. And if you are still reading, let me share with you the 10 lessons I’ve learned in my makeover. Run-of-the-mill they may seem, they are practical.
- Looking for a desired style (e.g. chic, trendy, professional), instead of a particular type of clothes (e.g. shorts, frocks, lace), will provide you with a better direction as to the outcome you want.
- Show your character through your garb (I know it’s easier said than done).
- You can imitate a star or your idol’s style, but remember liking a style and dressing in it are two matters. Finding what suits you is more important.
- You don’t have to stick to one style. Give your wardrobe more varieties and create a wardrobe of your own.
- Keep abreast of the latest fashion trends, but don’t treat them as Bible. Again, do what suits you most.
- Your garb, makeup, and hairdo are a trinity. Manage the three of them well, and your new image can be born in no time.
- However, bear in mind that you don’t have to change your look all at once. Give yourself some time to experiment with different things, because your first shot may be a bad one.
- It takes time to find your style. Be patient.
- Dare to try something new. You will become more adventurous when you reap more successful experiences along the road.
- Begin with the end in mind. Visualize how you will look after your makeover!
Good luck!
We seem to be going through the same phase… I’m actually facing one of my fears and attending a makeup workshop 2 weeks from now. It took a lot of thinking before I was finally able to push my self to call and book a slot.
Oh, yeah! A Makeup class is a must. I attended one also a couple of months ago. It’s great that you finally made the move. I’m sure it will pay off in the future!! Let’s work hard together!!!
Oh I go thru different phases with dressing but my makeup and hair seem to be always stuck in a rut. I want to break out and put on bolder colors of makeup but end up with problems like really oily eyelids. But I going to look for some solution soon.
Oh, I know how hard it is for dressing and makeup! Take myself as an example. It seems that I can never get away with my blue eye shadow, and my look always looks the same. And I’ve found out that it’s when I change my makeup (from no eye shadow to blue eye shadow) and my hairdo that I “finally” change my entire image. Oh, well, it’s all about packaging.