How To Look Amazing this Spring and Summer!

When you're transitioning from winter to spring, start from the inside out!  It's not just about shedding heavy coats and putting on lighter, brighter clothes… it's about a total renewal that gives you a glow from within.  Start with your toiletries and cosmetics.  Bath gels and body lotions come in soft floral and citrus scents that make you feel alive.  Pick nail colors and make up shades that are vibrant and fun.  You are getting ready for warm weather and outdoor activities, so it's important to feel sexy and playful.  Choose lingerie in pretty colors that makes you feel flirty.  Treat yourself to an adorable new nightie or some lightweight pajamas so you feel glamorous when you're relaxing, too.  You deserve to feel cute all the time!  You cannot go wrong when you pay attention to the details that give you a boost of positive energy every single day.  When you go out into your world you will be uplifted and ready for anything.

Think about what you have in your wardrobe now and add some new things that make your darker basics come alive.  Try a black and white polka dot blouse with your black jacket.  Pair a crisp white shirt with a navy blazer and add a dazzling pin shaped like a sunburst to your lapel.  If it's still cold, you could  wear a sweater in a spring color, like pale pink or ice blue, with a gray suit and throw a scarf around your shoulders that picks up the pastel shade.

Trade your black or brown shoes for nude or even a primary color, like lipstick red - or you could change your handbag to a new spring color, such as orchid, coral or green.  People will smile when they see you coming.  A burst of color is always welcome - just like a bouquet of flowers!  We are all like spring flowers.  The way we combine colors and textures and add unique touches that express our personalities when we dress makes us more attractive to others.

We have the power to make other's people's days more enjoyable by putting in the effort to package ourselves beautifully.  Everybody wants to know what's inside of a gorgeous package.  YOU are the surprise when you walk into work or a restaurant or a store.  People enjoy how you look on the outside and you get to share your knowledge, warmth and friendliness that comes from inside.

When you plan your outfits for the weekend, choose at least one new casual dress for things like grocery shopping, walking in the park, and having dates with good friends (or good books) in your favorite coffee shop.  If you don't have a favorite coffee shop, you really must find one.  They are heavenly.

Choose something fabulous for going out for drinks or dinner; possibly a slinky dress with a little swing to the skirt or something backless and bare.  If you don't like dresses, try some skinny white jeans or a pair of capris in turquoise or magenta with an oversized tee for a casual look or a long tank for evening; it might even have sequins!  Consider piling your hair on top of your head or sweeping it to the side and pinning in a fresh or silk flower.  If your hair is short, simply tuck a blossom behind your ear.  Have an attitude!  Dress up and go out!  If you don't have a boyfriend, stop for dinner by yourself at an outdoor cafe.  Have a glass of wine, a little salad, and people watch!

Of course you will need shorts, camisoles and sandals, bathing suits and a sun hat… with all those things ready and waiting in your closet, you'll be ready to enjoy the spring and summer with abandon because you know you'll always have the perfect outfit.  This year, don't just hope you'll have fun - make sure you do!!