Beauty Preparations You Need to Make: Getting married

Have you recently been engaged?  If you have, have you started planning your wedding yet?  If you haven’t, you will want to get started with the planning soon.  Even if you have already started planning your wedding, have you made all of your beauty preparations yet?  Beauty preparation are an important part of planning a wedding, if not the most important part. For that reason, you will want to start making your beauty arrangements right away.
When it comes to beauty preparations for your wedding, you will find that are a number of different steps that you will need to take.  First off all, you may want to decide how you would like your hair and makeup to be done.  If you are also interested in having your bridesmaids’ hair be all the same, you may want to think about planning out their hair styles as well.  If you find yourself having a difficult time doing so, you may want to think about hiring the services of a beauty consultant or making “testing,” appointments at your local beauty or hair salon.  
Speaking of a beauty or hair salon, if you need to make appointments for you and the rest of your wedding party to get your hair done, you will want to make your appointments in advance.  If your wedding is scheduled for “wedding season,” you will want to make your appointments as soon as possible, especially if you have your heart set on getting your hair done at a particular salon. Smaller salons can only handle one wedding party at a time.
In addition to getting your hair done on your wedding day, you may also be interested in getting your nails done or having your makeup professionally applied.  If you are interested in getting your makeup professionally applied, you will likely have your makeup done right after your hair is. As for your nails, you may be required to make an appointment in the days leading up to the wedding.  If you or your bridesmaids need nail touchups, they can be done at the last minute.
Although you hope that everything will go well on your wedding day, you will want to prepare for the unexpected. In terms of beauty and fashion, the unexpected may include a tear in your dress or the dress one of your bridesmaids, a stain, or too much sweating. For that reason, you may want to think about having an emergency beauty bag on hand and with you at all times during your wedding, particularly before the ceremony takes place.  Many times, the maid of honor will be responsible for coming up with such a bag, but you still may want to make sure that it is done.
As for the items that should go inside an emergency beauty bag, you may want to stock it full of anything that you think you or your bridesmaids may need.  Items that you will definitely want to include in an emergency beauty bag include makeup, deodorant, hand lotion, hairspray or hair gel, a brush, a comb, extra bobby pins, a small sewing kit, and emergency stain removing chemicals.  Having these types of items and more inside an emergency beauty bag will reduce the number of unexpected events that may end up hampering your wedding day.
The above mentioned beauty preparation tips are just a few of the many that you will want to make. In fact, beauty preparation tips are just a few of the plans and arrangements that you will have to make.  For instance, you will need to choose a venue for your wedding reception, a band or a DJ, a wedding cake, and so forth.  With all of the preparations and arrangements that need to be made, you may want to think about hiring the services of a professional wedding planner or at least buying a wedding planning guide, which will hopefully include a detailed checklist for you.

Fabulous From the Inside Out

My cats love to hide. Their disappearing acts are a constant source of amusement. Invariably, a tail is sticking out–sometimes even a whole back end. It’s the cutest thing! It’s just not particularly effective! Do they think that if they can’t see me, then I must not be able to see them?

I think women sometimes perceive their undergarments the same way. If they can’t see them, then no one else can either. It’s a case of out of sight, out of mind. As a result, we often see more than we care to and wonder why they aren’t aware of what’s so obvious to the rest of us.

Undergarments are the basis on which a look is created. An ill-fitting bra, improper support, or things sticking out in unusual places can totally undermine an otherwise beautiful look. Just as you wouldn’t ask a plumber to do an electrician’s job, you cannot ask a sports bra to do what a convertible bra must or wear a thong when support-wear is called for.

Here are four considerations:

Wayward Bra Straps: There’s a disturbing fashion trend out there of purposely visible bra straps. It befuddles me not because it’s obscene but mostly because it’s often unattractive. Not all bra straps are created equal. Here’s a rule of thumb: If your bra straps look like bra straps (which 99% of them do), keep them hidden. If you have a bra that matches your top perfectly and the straps are delicate and pretty so that you cannot tell the bra strap from the cami straps (maybe get some other input here because you cannot see your back (or be as objective) as well as someone else), then maybe a slight peek of bra strap every now and then is okay AND only for ultra-casual. Never, ever to the office.

You can also get some really pretty sparkly straps to put on your convertible bra for evenings out. So pretty!

Visible Panty Lines: Let’s end this problem forever. Before you leave the house, always take a look at yourself from behind. It’s that simple. Twist, turn, bend, and move. Can you see a pantyline? If so, there are many options out there that make pantylines disappear. If you don’t know where to start, take a look at the most comfortable thong at Hanky Panky lingerie or Spanx Hide Sleek panty smoother or Commando underwear.

Visible Thong: Although it seems to be fashion gone awry with young men, the idea of exposing one’s underwear while wearing lowrise pants is downright unattractive on anyone. Again, check your rear view, and don’t just stand there. Bend over, move around. Get a glimpse at what the rest of the world sees. Underwear is meant to be just that…under-wear!

Misfitting Bra: I saved the best for last. Ill-fitting bras can ruin an outfit, and the number of women wearing the wrong size bra for their bodies is mind-boggling. When your bra fits well, clothing hangs better, darts fall in the right place, and everything looks more balanced. If you’re not sure, get fitted by someone who knows what she is doing. (A great option in the Boston area is www.nightanddaylingerie.com or in more cities www.myintimacy.com) It will forever give you a new appreciation of the value of undergarments.

The first step is awareness. Have you been taking your undergarments for granted? Do you buy a new bra and then don’t think about it again until it is so ragged and lifeless that it practically falls apart in the laundry? Do you figure that if it’s covered up no one else will know that your underwear desperately needs a makeover? The truth is that well-fitting, appropriate undergarments are seen only by you. Ill-fitting, inappropriate undies are “visible” to everyone. With a little forethought, it’s an easy problem to remedy, and the results are immediate and fabulous.

Learn more about laser face resurfacing possibilities in Denver

Laser face resurfacing is a modern day cosmetic treatment that has enabled many individuals to regain their self-esteem and reclaim the joys of life. The resurfacing is a boon especially for those who were wary of being in thick of things due to pigmentation, birth marks, scars, wounds and marks on face. This treatment can cure problems related to face and is a great help for those looking for facial treatments in Denver. Denver is home to many renowned clinics and laser face resurfacing is also used to cure tell-tale signs of aging like fine lines, wrinkles and laugh lines.

What is laser face resurfacing?

The clinics for facial treatments in Denver use laser technology to smooth out the skin of the face by removing any irregularities on it. Short but highly concentrated pulses of laser light are focused on the unevenness on face so as to burn away fine layers of facial skin. The process is similar to peeling off skin through other means wherein dead cells are removed from the surface.

There are two types of laser resurfacing facial treatments in Denver, available to the customers. The more commonly used method is CO2 laser resurfacing that is used to smooth out superficial irregularities. This is used to burn features that do not reach very deep inside the dermal layers and can be burned to level out the skin. This procedure, however, poses certain side-effects like tenderness of the skin, a slightly pink tone of the treated area, extra sensitivity, etc. The side-effects may take up to three weeks to subside and heal.

The other process that is more specialized and requires higher degree of precision is known as Erbium laser resurfacing. This process is highly recommended for deeper troubles that need to be removed with extra care and sophistication. The upside is that it is far more effective, have fewer side-effects and the patients are hale and hearty in less than seven days.

Precautions

Skin treated with laser technology is very tender and susceptible to outside influences and infections. So, for a few weeks after the treatment the patient should take care of the treated area with patience. Proper dressing will ensure effective and faster recovery.

Stunning Invicta Watches For Women

There’s one thing a chic, modern woman should always remember when putting together an eye-catching outfit: watches are always a nice touch.

A fabulous and practical addition to any sleek wardrobe, a watch can really make your outfit standout, no matter the fashion. It’s all about how the watch lays on your wrist, and how its overall design compliments your wardrobe.

For example, is your closet mostly the same color? Then find yourself a silver- or gold-tone piece that offers a simple and classy accent to your one-color outfit, or a colorful and chunky piece that breaks apart of the color block and also is flattering to your garb. Plus, anyone asking for the time would see how fashionable you are when they watch you so gracefully look down at your wrist.

Whether your edgy, breezy, sophisticated, off-beat, modern or adventurous, there is guaranteed to be a beautiful watch style just for you. Just check out the list below of selected Invicta timepieces that are sure to make your look fabulous, even if you’re wearing not but the watch.

For the on-the-go woman who likes comfort and style, Invicta Women’s Mini Pro Diver Quartz-tone Stainless Steel Watch is the perfect counterpart. This timepiece is stylishly simple, with a round silver-tone 316L stainless steel case and backing, and unidirectional bottle cap-edged rotating bezel that features silver-tone chapter markers. The gorgeous wristlet, which is made of the same material as the case, features a design combo of polished inner links and satin-brushed outer links, with deployant caps adding a continuous look to the bracelet.

The Tritnite luminous hour markers are trimmed in silver-tone at all hour positions, with the exception of 3:00, where a magnified date window is placed instead. The silver-tone minute and hour hands also display Tritnite luminous filling (the round hour hand, with its triangular detail on the top edge, exhibits a sense of fun). “INVICTA” is etched on the case’s left side, and the watch is available in blue, black or white (the blue choice comes with a sunray dial, and the black and white choices come with a matte dial).

This Pro Diver watch is a smart, thin piece rests comfortably on your wrist, and would look stunning on any active woman’s arm.

If your personal style is more beach-inspired, then go for the Invicta Women’s Classique Ocean Fantasy Swiss Quartz Stainless Steel Watch. Available with an angelfish or seahorse dial design, this bright and colorful piece features a highly polished silver-tone stainless steel case with a softly beaded bezel highlighted by 20 white diamond accents.

The dial has a vibrant aqua blue background, and is dusted with glitter and fitted with Austrian crystals. The angelfish design features swimming kelp with beautiful fishes in combinations of black and orange, black and yellow, and blue and red. The seahorse design features tiny pink and black angelfishes with a large white and orange seahorse in the middle, and a ground of flowing kelp, black and brown rocks, and a red starfish.

On the dial, the small, circular radiant hour markers display silver-tone backing at all points. Made of silver-tone stainless steel, the solid end link armlet features a hidden dual deployant butterfly clasp that unlocks by sliding a finger between the bracelet’s underside and clasp and pulling upwards.

Another accent that makes the piece pop is the interpretive clam shell feature that rests on the edges where the case meets the bracelet. All in all, this timepiece will show off your sun-drenched flirty side and would work with any sundress and cork wedge combo. Also available with an 18k gold-plated stainless steel bracelet.

Want something that’s classic and quaint? Then the Invicta Classique Quartz Mother-of-Pearl Italian Crystal Dial Strap Watch may be what you’re looking for. Featuring a crocodile-like embossed buckle clasp strap made of genuine leather; this oversized elegant watch is a remarkable and unforgettable piece for any jet-setter or theatre-going woman.

The stainless steel case, which is available in gold-tone with the white strap choice or rose-tone with the brown strap choice, has a bezel surrounded by effervescent Italian crystals. The mother-of-pearl dial, which corresponds with your strap choice, features Arabic numbers at 3, 6, 9 and 12, and is accented by striking Italian crystals at the remaining hour markers. A date window is placed by the 3 hour marker, and the minute and hour hands are made with Tritnite luminous filling.

Worried about its chunky size? Don’t be! This larger-than-life magnificent watch will look lovely on any arm, and add a bit of flare to your day or evening outfit.

No matter what you wear, there’s a watch style that is a seamless addition to your dazzling garments. Just remember to match the overall design to your style personality and watch shopping will be as easy as pie.