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PINK IS THIS SUMMER’S FLAVOR

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Summer begins tomorrow, even though it feels as though summer has been hanging out with us all throughout the spring.

As you know, spring is perfect for bright colors. It’s when you can pull out all of your favorite bold prints, patterns, and everything else that matches what spring blossoms. But unlike the fall, you don’t have to change out those bold colors, prints and patterns for deeper tones just to match the season.

The summer is perfect for much of your spring wardrobe. However, it’s not all about putting on the first bright color you see, it’s all about choosing the perfect color shade. It doesn’t matter whether you decide to go with a warmer or softer shade of your favorite bold colors.

When picking your perfect shade, you have to find those colors that compliment you and your skin tone. There are a few major shades of pink that are in for the 2014 season. Watermelon and Fuchsia are two shades that are considered to be warm shades. The softer shades that are in include powder pink, carnation pink and pink nude.

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The awesome thing about finding your perfect shade of pink is that you can accessorize it with just about any color. It doesn’t matter whether you wear a softer shade or a warmer shade, pink will look good with many shades of yellows and greens and will also look amazing with honey, ivory, and lavender this season.

In this week’s Style File I created two different boards that show how pretty pink is with different prints and colors. In the board above, I paired a pretty hot pink skirt with a green, white and gold printed crop top. I brought this look together with green and gold earrings, a hot pink ring, and a honey colored handbag with matching heels.

In the board below, I found this pretty fuchsia Neoprene Flounced dress and matched it with a bold teal and added accents of gold in between. Adding the boldness of teal easily turned this pretty pink dress into a flirty oasis.

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 Are you a fan of pink this season? Will you rock your perfect shade of pink? If not what colors will you be wearing?

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BEAUTY & FASHION STYLE

THE BADDIE LOOK: SPRING IS COMING!

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I know. It’s been a long time since I’ve given you all your weekly, ‘The Baddie Look’ but here it is!

Spring is here, and the weather isn’t sure what it wants to do. Here are three different looks that are sure to have you looking Baddie no matter the weather. 

A. Pink Me Please

When has gold and pink not looked good together? These colors compliment each other, and always bring out your skin’s natural beauty. Put a pair of light wash girlfriend jeans, a gold crop bustier, an all white blazer with gold accents, and gold pumps on, and you’re solid. Add statements of pink to your look through your purse, and makeup. With this look keep your makeup natural and pretty as you have enough bold pieces, and you don’t want to over-due your look.

Pink Me, Please

B. Spring Lovin’

The weather may be unsure of its self, but you don’t have to be unsure of your outfits! Be bold with your color choices. Yellow is always perfect for spring. Crop tops are fun, and you can add a pretty and bright jacket as one of your statement pieces. These pretty pastel Giuseppe heels are the perfect color addition to this look, bringing out one of the many colors in this beautiful Ted Baker print jacket. Don’t go over-board with your accessories, you don’t want to appear too gaudy, but do play up your make-up.

Spring Lovin

C. Diamond Rose

This is a look put together for the working girl, church girl, or for the perfect date night. It shows just enough, and has class for days. Because this look is very neutral, you can have fun with your accessories. Go red! Red nail polish. Red lip. Red bottoms (lol). Go BIG! Add earrings, bracelets, and a necklace to enhance your look, and give you that girly feel and you’re perfect.

Diamond Rose

Which one of these looks would bring out the Baddie in you? 

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LIFESTYLE WELLNESS

GET FIT! BUT STRETCH FIRST

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To stretch or not to stretch?

This is a question many people have asked when it comes to working out. Most of us were taught early in life that stretching is the most important thing to do before you start working out. This was so that you could warm your body and muscles up, and you would be looser, stronger, which would make you less susceptible to injury.

Now, some experts have people rethinking their pre-workout stretching routine. Here’s why.

Pre-exercise stretching has been said to be unnecessary and counterproductive. A study was published  in The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, were they concluded that if you stretch before you lift weights, you may feel weaker than you were expecting during your workout.

Many of these experts believe that it’s better to warm up the muscles that you will be working on. Jumping jacks, and high leg kicks will help prepare your muscles for a more strenuous workout, rather than stretching alone.

On the contrary, other experts still believe that stretching is necessary, and can help strengthen muscles. They say many of your muscles are shortened during your work day, so stretching is good for preventing chronic pain. Did you know that stretching can reverse back pain that you may have from sitting at a desk for long periods of time.

When I was working at my last job, we all would sit at our desks for 8 hours a day or more. One of the guys there said it wasn’t good for us, and put pictures of different stretches we should do every hour to keep our blood pumping. This is an awesome idea.

So, if your job keeps you in the same position all day, do 2-minute stretch breaks. This will help to reverse that posture and help your joints from getting stiff.

How do you start your work out?

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HEY GIRL: STRUT LIKE THE BADDIE YOU ARE!

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Heels never go out of season, so it’s always important to know how to walk in them.

I wear heels just about everyday, and I often get asked “Girl, how do you walk in those heels all day?” I sometimes get comments about if my feet hurt, and I’ve even been asked if walking in heels is really hard. So of course I decided to write a post on walking in heels! I don’t have any innovative tips, because walking in heels is a learned skill. You can’t just put heels on and BAM! you can walk like Naomi Campbell. Its levels to this. To be successful in walking in heels you have to first have confidence.

So, with these few basic tips, that are below, you should be able to find the confidence you need to strut your stuff in the baddest heels, no matter how high or skinny the heel is.

BUY THE RIGHT SIZE: This seems simple enough, but women have the hardest time buying shoes in the right size. Do not try on one shoe, and not even get up. Also, do not try on a heel, and walk in that one heel to the mirror. That does not give you a good idea if it fits. When you go to the store try both shoes one, and see how they fit. Walk to the mirror in both heels, and then determine if they are a good fit.

START SMALL: If you are just starting out, don’t go for the sexy six-inch heel. You will fall, because you won’t be able to walk in them–at least not confidently, and a confident walk is everything to a Baddie’s Strut. This doesn’t mean you have to start with a one or two-inch heel–that isn’t baddie at all. This means go for a three or four-inch heel, and make sure the actual heel is not skinny, but thick. A thicker heel will help you to balance, and help you get comfortable wearing a skinnier heel.

PLACE ONE FOOT IN FRONT OF THE OTHER: Walk as though you are walking a straight line for an officer. When you put one foot in front of the other it aligns your figure. This gives your figure that hourglass look, like a goddess. Walking in a straight line also give your hips a new rhythm. You will instantly have a sexy hip sway that models are known for.

TAKE SMALL STEPS: Don’t expect to take long strides as if you’re walking barefoot. Walking in heels take time, so be careful. Do not be in a rush, but walk to your own tempo. This will also help you in pacing yourself, and making sure that you don’t miss a step.

PRACTICE: With everything practice is an essential part to becoming successful. Essentially that is what you are doing when you are breaking your heels in. So if you want to strut like the baddest you must practice. Walk on carpet, concrete, and slippery hardwood. You can watch videos, and read posts like these all day; however, if you don’t practice, you won’t be any good at it.

BREAK THEM IN: How do you break shoes in? Wear them! Not outside, wear them all around the house. Wear them when you are cooking, doing your makeup, vacuuming, washing dishes, walk up and down the stairs, and all of that.  It doesn’t matter if you aren’t completely comfortable in them, that is what breaking them in is for. Nobody will see you if you trip or stumble trying to get used to them. Better to stumble in the house, rather than out on a date.

CARRY FLATS: This is more than a tip, this is the most important rule when it comes to wearing heels. Heels do a number on your feet, and we want to stay away from blisters, and corns. Flats are blister and corn prevention. When your heels began to rub your feet the wrong way, it is okay to trade in your heels for flats. Keep a pair in your car, or purse if they can fit.

These are just a few tips to help you get your Baddie Strut started.

Give me some of your best advice for walking in heels?

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3 WINTER ACCESSORY MUST HAVE’S

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Winter is among us, and its now time to pull out our favorite, scarves, sweaters, and thigh high boots. Although those things are needed don’t forget these three items.

TIGHTS

They’re colorful! They’re fun! But most importantly, they’re warm! Tights can brighten any outfit, and make your look complete. They even can go with all types of prints! If you don’t want to stop at colors, you can have designs too. You can choose tights that are covered in spots, have roses on them or an animal print.

GLOVES

You have to keep those hands pretty. Winter is already rough on our skin, so be sure to moisturize your hands, and keep them in gloves when you step out. What’s so nice about gloves is that they can match your coat, your scarf, and even your outfit! Just look at these. Who would have known that gloves could have so much personality.

PURSE

I love a good purse, and I’m sure you do too! So why not continue to make a statement throughout the winter with a nice bag. You can still be colorful, but choose deeper colors, like burgundy, midnight blue or a deep brown. Check these purses out! They give style to the basic of outfits. So if you want to go all black one day, choose a purse that makes a statement.

What are some winter accessories that you can’t live without?

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LIFESTYLE WELLNESS

LISTEN GIRL: IT’S TIME TO START EATING SMART

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Lemon pepper wings (all flats), fried french fries with seasoned salt, and a sweet tea (no ice) equals one of my favorite meals. Yass LAWD! And, am I the only one who LOVES a chicken finger plate from Zaxby’s? And you can’t forget dessert! I love marble cake, with buttercream icing, it’s the best.

Pause. I’m about to loose my mind just writing this.

I know I’m not the only one who appreciates good food. But eating food like my favorites mention above will not get you in that sexy bikini this summer. It’s time for us to eat healthier, which means we have to eat smarter!

Here are a few ways you can eat smart throughout the day!

EAT SMART IN THE MORNING

Just like with most things, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But I know for me its the easiest meal to skip. The good thing is with so many different grab-and-go options, you can easily squeeze in breakfast, even if it’s a little bit later than most. You can grab a low-fat yogurt, a granola bar, fresh fruit, or all three!

  • The Baddie Way: Keep some of those easy grab-and-go options at work. This will make breakfast not seem so daunting, because even if you miss breakfast, you’ll know you have something at your desk.

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EAT SMART AT LUNCH

It’s probably the easiest to get off track with lunch, and eat to your heart’s content, especially if you’ve skipped breakfast. Think about it. You’ve been thinking about food since you got to work, and your boss has been working your nerves. This will make it easier to grab the closest comfort food you can find.

  • The Baddie Way: Bring your lunch to work. Keep your options to a minimum, bring leftover spaghetti, or a turkey sandwich.

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EAT SMART AT DINNER

Don’t call in a order for a pizza or Chinese takeout. Keep the salad fixings, frozen vegetables, and chicken breasts ready. You’ll always be able to make a quick meal in no time with these few items.

  • The Baddie Way:  Try to eat dinner at a reasonable time, like before 9 p.m. The earlier you eat dinner, the more likely you are to burn it off.

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The best way to eat smart throughout the day is to plan. Take 10 minutes to make a weekly shopping list. The keyword is shopping list, don’t go with no list, or a half a list. Plan out what you want for the week, and make it happen!

How will you eat healthy this week?

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