Reality, Body Image, Metallics, and Michelle

I had minor back surgery a couple weeks ago and would usually have spent my recovery time reading and watching news channels ( I am a news/political junkie). Unfortunately, I got so down watching all the economy junk, I turned to reality t.v. What a circus some of that stuff is! But, while watching, and I don't even remember all the ones I watched, I realized so many of the women were so focused on the perceived negatives about their bodies. So, many times they over emphasized other parts, their make-up, hair, over tanning etc. I also read an article in Glamour maybe? about how we pay so much attention to every bump and flaw. It's hard not to try and hide what we don't like but I believe all shapes and sizes can be dressed and styled to be attractive. For instance, there are women that are not a size 6 or physically beautiful, but when make-up, hair, and clothing that fits is done tastefully, current, and age appropriate, these women can turn heads. I wish I could think of an example. All this to say, take the time and effort to look like the best you. Sure, work out, get pedicures if you want, highlight your hair if needed, and dress stylishly, but not to an extreme and it needs to be what works for your body, age, life, not someone on a magazine cover or tv screen. Maybe an example could be former first lady Laura Bush. She certainly is not supermodel material but on I believe their 2nd inaugural ball, she wore a white gown, 2 piece I think, and looked beautiful. She was the example of beauty and grace. Through out their term the way she carried herself and her demure style fit her perfectly. Which brings me to our present first lady. I tried to resist the hoopla about her and take more time deciding but I don't need more time. What fun to have such a fashion forward first lady! She looks spectacular. Note, not a size 6 but so toned, no really high heels, key accessories, make her really stand out. Check-out mrs.o.org for more pictures of her. Well, I will end on some fashion do's for the season and summer. Anything metallic. Purses, shoes, tops, scarves. Get something that shines! Florals. Even shoes have flowers on them. Try a billowy top or an A-line skirt. Maybe a cute pair of JCrew shorts. The last do is a great blazer or jacket. Unstructured or fitted, 3/4 or long sleeve, whatever will do. They pull an outfit together wonderfully and if you buy right, it can take you into fall easily. Oops, not the last, the last do is a "look at me" shoe. Get a metallic gladiator sandal or a red pump or a rocker chic wooden platform or a beautiful summer sandal. Go to Payless if you need to but get one! Ok, that's it for now. As always, call if I can be of any help. Thanks........