New Year: New Look!
(Source: FrugalFashionista)
Happy New Year!
Ive given a lot of thought to my look for the new year. Whike I think my style has evolved over the last few years, its time to take it to the next level in every area. I have already began updating my handbag collection to only include bags or purses that fits my style, not simply because it the new “it” bag. Ive fallen prey to that a couple times in 2007. I could have kicked myself when I saw that Zara had a similar version of the Yves St. Laurent Muse bag in their store a few weeks ago. Needless to say I was pissed. My name is Ginger and I have a problem. Moving on—-> Last year I threw out LOTS of clothes in an effort to revamp my wardrobe and its coming along nicely. I learned the hard lesson of shopping at cheapie stores like Newport News and La Redoute and never again. While I am on a budget, I am not willing to buy clothes that will fall apart after only a few washes. I would rather save and spend money on classic, quality clothing that will last me a while.
I plan to revamp in the following areas:
Hair
Im rather stubborn in this area as I just reached my hair length goals. I am currently an inch past armpit when stretched/straightened and not so open permanent color. So I havent quite decided yet. Whatever I choose probabaly won’t involve me cutting MY hair because I need my cury kinkies in the summr as they love to roam free. Tracee Eillis Ross is my hair idol so I need to work this out! 
Makeup
I am not a fan of the wild and bright makeup color choices. Over the years I stuck with the more earthy neutral tones with an occasional pop when going out. Ive been a Mary Kay girl for a few years now and I really do like their foundations. However, I found an even cheaper alternative, Milan Minerals. They are toted to be the best mineral makeup for African American skin and since trying them out I must concur! The application is smooth and easy, almost like brushing on a new clear, even, bright layer of skin. I have yellow undertones and get about 4 shades lighter in the winter so I only have to mix in a new shade when I change seasons. Why is this a change for me? I don’t look as made up as I do with Mary Kaywhich gives my skin a cleaner look. I also plan to order a few of their shadows, brushes and colored pencils. As a treat to myself I an going to ask the makeup artist who did my wedding makeup to come over and give me a few tips. Ive yet to learn the art of placing eyeliner on my bottom lid without looking like a hooker on New York Ave.
Clothing:
I think I can do way better in this area by only purchasing quality, classic clothing that fits my body shape and personal style. As of late, I havent been one to stay with every trend but I like to remain up to date with each season. While I am still trying to figure out my personal style, I’d like it to evolve into classy-chic. I have the former but working on the latter, LOL! My issue in the past is that Ive shopped for clothes that didnt hold up after a few washes and had to throw those out with the last batch. I also need to take care of my clothes better than I do now. Since revamping my wardrobe, most items are Dry Clean Only so whereas I used to take a chance in the washer with those items, now I know I need to either hand wash or take them to the cleaners.
Shoes
Right now I have the basics with a few trendy pairs here and there. I am not a shoe fetish kinda gal but I need an update in this area. This season I was in love with the color block platforms:
(Source: Steal Style)
Still, I don’t think Im doing too bad, but I need an upgrade.
House and Home
I dont have too much to finish in this area. In the master bedroom we need a piece art to fill up the wall space and paint the walls. Otherwise it looks rather clean and contemporary, which I love. We still need a dining room set but my mom is sending us a table so we just have to get the chairs. I have a few things here and here to get but I don’t see myself focusing on it during the spring because I will be so busy. We have a furniture “fund” set up so we’re just going to save for it all and then at the end of the semester go shopping. Why not just buy it now? Because we have other priorities such as paying down more debt and I often take a while to obsess over something to make sure I like it. If only I could do this when it comes to clothes, LOL
But I plan to be better this year than I have in previous years, so no worries!
Happy New Year!
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