By Kate on January 7, 2009
While we may not be of the aristocracy to have our own staff fussing about & feeding us grapes from the vine … or be so environmentally ignorant that we bathe in a tub of milk, as Cleopatra was known to, we certainly can take charge of our style and inject a little glamour into our day. Avoid the usual mundane, lazy routine of falling out of bed & into whatever clothes you've found on the floor. Take some pride in your aesthetic & put some effort into feeling pretty – for no reason other than to impress yourself with your own glamorous prowess.
There are loads of different ways to add a touch of glamour to your day, but be sure not to try them all at once!
Why Not:
Doll up with some red manicured nails.
Match with red lipstick.
If red lips aren't your thing, try some clear gloss with dark smokey eyes.
Dress up a little, try some satin elbow length gloves.
Pin up a disco ball in your bedroom & dance.
Go incognito! Pop on a pink bob (see image) & go do your groceries/sit on a park bench/walk the dog.
If you work in corporate, steal some style tips from the Mad Men girls: Joan and Betty.
Dress up an outfit with a string of pearls. Borrow some from your grandma's jewelery box or pick up a faux set from an accessory store like Diva or Equip.
Instead of wearing regular stockings to work, try some sexy suspender stockings – no one will know but you; secret, sexy and glamorous.
Invest in a pretty white dressing table with a big oval mirror. Take time to apply your makeup & brush your hair.
Wear some pretty satin knickers, it doesn't have to be a special occasion.
Pop on a beret or other cute hat- whatever style you've been simply dying to try… hats can really dress up an outfit.
Drink a flute of champagne in a bubble bath.
Use a huge fluffy white towel & robe after showering; hotel style!
Wander about an art gallery in high-waisted trousers, a collared shirt & black rim glasses. Stand tall, walk leisurely and gaze about the room – own it!
Look to some icons of timeless glamour and beauty for inspiration: Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, Rita Hayworth.
Host a black & white themed cocktail party.
Emulate old style Hollywood glamour. See this great guide on how to do Old Hollywood Glamour Hair.
Think Carrie Bradshaw! Dress up in a pink tulle skirt to go browse the markets for some home made jams & fudge.
Write letters on personalised stationary and spritz with your signature scent.
Wear heels, for no reason other than to feel fabulous.
Wrap up in a scarf & pin it with a vintage brooch.
Trying just a couple or all of these tips can make you feel – and be- more glamourous! Do something for yourself and give some of these tips a whirl!
How do YOU make yourself feel glamourous? Tell us in the comments!
Kate is the editor of Tres Lola. She is currently attempting to adjust to the chilly English winter while trying her utmost to still be just a little bit glam!
Posted in Fashion & Style
While we may not be of the aristocracy to have our own staff fussing about & feeding us grapes from the vine … or be so environmentally ignorant that we bathe in a tub of milk, as Cleopatra was known to, we certainly can take charge of our style and inject a little glamour into our day. Avoid the usual mundane, lazy routine of falling out of bed & into whatever clothes you've found on the floor. Take some pride in your aesthetic & put some effort into feeling pretty – for no reason other than to impress yourself with your own glamorous prowess.
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All great tips. But don't forget your official lifetime membership at The Glamorous Life Association! That will really make you feel 'glamorous'! HA!
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