myTakes: Fashion & Beauty

1. You have to be skinny A runway model is usually a 13 year old girl who's had her hair tousled and a ton of make-up layered on to make her appear to be older than she really is or some steroid taking guy. When you are...

Who are we dressing to impress? We are all embedded with the natural human desire to dress to impress. Our clothing choices are often highly influenced by those around us. Whether its for a job interview, a fancy date, a...

"Women are more beautiful without make-up." He says. I turn around. What? First of all, women don't wear make-up to please or impress you. I know men like to think this, but it's just an irrational & egocentric thought...

Your feet will hurt just looking at them. And so will your brain. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20.

So many women love a retro look, but there is a fine line between putting on a dated costumey look, and upgrading your retro look to reflect the times we live in. Let's be real here, no matter how you wear your hair, or...

A little background: So, to start off, I am not black myself. I am simply someone with a huge passion for makeup. Makeup can have such an empowering effect on women and everyone deserves to feel beautiful but one thing...

Androgynous fashion looks great on women - because a woman's body can really pull anything off and still look amazing... One of the best androgynous looks is definitely a cut in history - a meld of modern design and...

As with anything in life there are a few essentials in your wardrobe which you'll certainly be smart to own. Before I start remember: these items are classics, you'll be using them very often so it's only logical that...

The powdery fairy queen: Use different pastel eye shadows or blushes to create these kinds of looks! This look's special effects focus on your eyes, high cheekbones and forehead - so focus on those parts of your face when...

Some people don't know what necklace should go with what neckline...which is fine, but if you want the full fashion experience it's really nice to follow these 'unwritten' rules to make it easier for yourself to make your...

Let the bottom lashes speak for themselves: the bottom lashes have been truly emphasized in that era - they've been drawn on on the skin below, they've been slathered with mascara or they got a new, additional set to...

Birkenstocks...yup...extremely comfortable, really cute - perfect for the wider foot. The everyday slip on thong sandals - practical indeed... Tassels high heels - meant for a skimpier outfit - or at least the skimpier...

These outfits show that modest most definitely doesn't equal frumpy. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20.

Girls night is stereotypically get shit-faced drunk at a night club. Some girls are into that while other girls prefer something like shopping and getting lunch. Both are perfectly okay. Girls night is about relieving...

This isn't a makeup look for the non-adventurous types... This isn't a makeup look for the people who aren't willing to take risks or care way too much what other people think... This is a makeup look for those who...

RED As a monochrome outfit it is bold, brave, unconventional, but you can use the color as an accent color or for one statement piece in your wardrobe this fall/winter! PLAID Plaid is definitely not for schoolgirls...

There is something so feminine, and ethereal, and ballet inspired about a beautiful short of long tulle skirt or dress. It's all the layers gathered together about the waist that create this plume of tulle that springs...

Red is a staple in the hippie inspired fashion world - and a crochet neckline is just awesome - 60's personified... Enough said... Tassels and shells really help you feel like you're getting closer to nature - even if it...

Bohemian lingerie is one of the most delicate, but also retro lingerie types you can find. It uses a lot of high waisted bottoms and thigh high hosiery. Small bralettes without underwire is a must. If embroidered and...

Hippie style blouses have always been popular... At least in certain circles... Music has always been a big inspiration for the hippie style. The loose fitting light fabric affords an escape from the scorching heat of...