You’ve probably heard of using a foam roller to relieve muscle tension. It’s been talked about quite a bit in the media. Running Times has recommended it. It can even help with cellulite, some say. (Got your attention?) Well, they’re onto something, a foam roller is good.
But what about a tennis ball? It’s a trick used by athletes, including dancers, and those with chronic pain and tightness. Success stories abound (see one here.) This option is cheaper, and easier to pack and store. It’s easy:
Simply lie on the ground, preferably on an exercise mat. Place the ball beneath the point of muscle tension, and lie your weight into it until you feel a pressure into the tenderness. Common “trigger points” include the hips - anatomically, the ’sides’ of the glutes, especially the piriformis muscle, which runs diagonally across the glutes and is involved in hip rotation. The six rotators here, including the piriformis and running across this area, are commonly key areas of tension. If you have pain from the glutes/hips running down the outside of one or both legs, or one leg/hip that gets numb after sitting cross-legged for a while, it could be sciatica. This simply means that your sciatic nerve is being pressed down upon or “pinched” by tight rotators. Massaging through them can alleviate this pain. Note which hip is tighter than the other, since one usually is.
You can also use it on hands and feet. Other trigger points are on the hamstrings, IT band/sides of the legs, and calves. upper back, and especially the lumbar region. A tip to relieve tightness there: with the lower back lying on ball, round the lower back just slightly to press deeper, and wait until you feel the tension shift. Tingling and radiating sensation through the area is normal. Also stretch the hip flexors, which directly affect the lower back and are usually also tight.
Lying on the ball, leaning and pressing yourself into an area of tension, you want to try to relax other areas of the body. Also, support yourself on your hands and arms, and roll slowly over tight spots if you can. If you can’t manage this movement, which can be awkward (whether you’re using a foam roller or tennis ball), simply lean into one spot, then move the ball a half inch to an inch, then work through there, then do it again, and again until the tightness feels relieved. Keep breathing, exhaling slowly to send oxygen to the muscles, and take your time.
You can find more tips on using a tennis ball for muscle release here. But in general, that’s how you do it.
Note: For a more targeted, harder massage, you can also try this with a golf ball if you’d like. Be careful, though, don’t injure or bruise yourself, since they are much harder. Remember that more is not necessarily better when relieving muscle tension! A tennis ball usually works just fine.
Chronic muscle tension can really alter your posture over time, affect fat and cellulite distribution, facility of movement or “muscle economy” and stamina, flexibility, and overall aging. Working to relieve this will keep you dancing, and feeling and looking good for years to come.
For more thorough work to truly loosen up your entire body and eliminate negative, stored-over-time muscle and connective tissue tension, consider a system like rolfing. Rolfing, also known as structural integration, works through the connective tissue, which connects all muscles and bones, rather than only the muscle system or skeletal system. For many dancers, athletes, and non-dancers, it has been a huge difference-maker in performance and posture. As little as one, two, or three of the ten recommended rolfing sessions can truly make a difference in comfort and posture. You can find a local rolfing practitioner at www.rolf.org.
A tennis ball can be an easy, DIY option that’s surprisingly, incredibly effective. The idea is to address tightness in the body early on, before it manifests as injury or chronic discomfort. Whatever massage or tension relief method you choose - stretching, tennis or golf ball, rolfing, spa massage, some or all of the above - take care of yourself! And continue to take note of the new freedom it can allow you to feel in your muscles, and in your body overall.
During fashion week this past fall, the showcase of colors for the spring was diverse. The artistic taste-makers of the fashion design world gave us something to escape into, as usual. This year, corals, pinks, reds, and warmer colors seemed to be only accents to the true trends of blues and greens. Shades of aqua, sky, deep and gray navy set the background for all other color choices this year.
Tracy Reese showed blue dresses, pants, and jackets. Accent colors were bright mustard yellow and coral orange. Baby Phat by Kimora Lee Simmons showcased similar combinations, but the blues were brighter and more delightful, more alive and vibrant. The orange, peach, and pink pieces were also on the warmer side, catering especially well to her ethnically diverse audience. And, of course, Tommy Hilfiger came out with his signature, patriotic palette of red, white, and blue, with bright and navy shades being the base for items in red and neutral khaki.
A muted navy base anchored much of Louis Vuitton’s collection, which was very 70s-inspired (and complete with whimsical, giant afros). Alexander McQueen, with his futuristic or alien-esque, talked-about show, also chose a palette with an overarching theme of blue, showcased in a sheer, voluminous, and almost ‘magical’ way, with purple and white also into many looks.
An Alexander McQueen design at the 2010 Spring Paris Fashion Week
Tomato red, and shades of green and yellow also popped up across runways this season. For example, Badgley Mischka showcased hues of scarlet (a bright, red version) and bright pink, with a sophisticated background of black and white. And the always feminine Diane von Furstenburg showed some lovely green and turquoise, warm orange and burgundy, and long yellow dresses. Again, the seventies influence was detectable.
However, for Jason Wu, the young name put on the map around this time last year by Michelle Obama, the use of color was a bit more intense. Much more purple, use of contrasting dark and neon bright blue, plus yellow and red stood out among other muted navy and gray shades. He was a little more bold - like Kimora Lee Simmons - and so a bit more upbeat.
President Barack Obama and wife Michelle Obama (wearing a Jason Wu gown) at Inauguration Ball
The majority of color this season was, however, set within neutrals like beige, gray, black, white, and dull navy - and much of it was muted. A sophisticated bout of stormy weather seemed to have struck many designers - the palettes were altogether on the darker side. But there were nice pops of orange and pink in there, and of course, waves of oceanic tones. Either way, the verdict for Spring 2010 is pretty blue - and as fabulous as you make it.
And on that, we’ll be with you! Find flattering blues, jewel-tone purples, pinks, reds, and more for your spring wardrobe, in well-draped dresses, fitted tops, flowing skirts, comfortable pants, and chic accessories at www.ekclothing.com. We offer a variety of colors to suit your needs, so you can look fabulous every season.
At the Longacre Theater in the Broadway theater district of New York City, the talented international cast of Burn the Floor recently scorched everything in sight. In this innovative ballroom extravaganza, expertly choreographed by Jason Gilkisson, nothing was off-limits. Nearly all of the reviews for this show, which has traveled around the U.S. and world already, have been raving – it’s been called “hot,” “sexy” “theatrical” and “amazing.” The cast of dancers from around the world has truly been praised around the world. When I attended the show during the holiday season, in its final weeks it certainly lived up to these positive reviews - what an exciting show it was!
Musically, the performance dazzled with an opening ChaCha number of intense, live percussion – wonderfully performed by the two percussionists who accented the recorded score throughout the show. In the opening, the dancers expressed the rhythms by dancing up and down the aisles, as lights flashed and spotlights alternated upon them. The female dancers wore two-piece, asymmetrical outfits, revealing fit bodies in top form. One would expect so, from a cast of title-holders, high-level, competition-circuit dancers performing every day, often two times per day, in such a demanding performance that called upon all their years of training and technical skills. They exhibited serious athletic prowess to loud, pulsating beats - filling the relatively small theater - with the lights and drums creating a stirring, heart-pounding visual spectacle. The excitement at the start of the show was palpable. After the final pose, the lights went down, but the noise stayed up when the audience erupted into applause. This set the tone for the rest of the evening.
Right afterwards, with her full hair styled in cascading waves to match her graceful, layered gown, out [Viennese] waltzed guest start Mary Murphy, of So You Think You Can Dance fame. Years after her competing days, and performing in the same show as younger dancers in such amazing shape, Mary needed to execute. She did, and quite well; perhaps she didn’t have the performance quality of the older women, but she glided nicely, had lovely carriage, and looked quite beautiful. The change of pace also prepped the audience for sensual musical numbers such as “History Repeating” (used as a Viennese waltz, foxtrot, swing, lindy, jive, samba, rumba, chacha, and samba – what creative use of music!), and the up-tempo Brazilian classic Magalenha.
Also included in the first act was a sexy rumba, headed by a blonde female dancer with wonderful leg lines, tall posture, and gracefully extended neck carriage. Wearing a black blindfold, she was passed around to six shirtless ballroom men. They created interesting latin shapes and formations, performing in the midst of a stage fog to stormy, dramatic music. The sensuality and risqué feel of the piece, combined with Gilkisson’s interesting pictures, wonderfully delayed musicality, and the dancers’ extended, well-placed lines all together made for a captivating and memorable piece.
The talented male and female singers, Ricky Rojas and Rebecca Tapia performed the vocal songs live, and really added to the show. For the song “Fishies,” the male singer came back over and over to the line “Welcome fishies, to my hook.” In this lively jive number, an especially nimble, agile male dancer courted multiple women at a swing club with his jumps, kicks, and fast feet. He partnered with many of them, sometimes three at once. Their brightly colored dresses twirled and helped to create the greater formation pictures across the stage.
And finally, guest stars Maxim Chmerkovsky and Kym Johnson of Dancing With the Stars also performed multiple times throughout the night with the cast. They did a modern-inspired duet together to the song “Burn For You,” and were featured especially in the other Latin numbers. Kym looked gorgeous, and Max especially exuded his trademark dance floor masculinity. Karen Hauer, a top American rhythm competitor and recent contestant on SYTYCD, was also seen. Naturally, the audience responded well to the familiar faces.
There was a little something for everyone. Cha Cha, Rumba, Salsa, Samba, Tango, Paso Doble, Waltz, Jive, formation changes, wardrobe changes, live music, hot men, beautiful women… Burn the Floor lived up to the hype. The fairly small Longacre Theater reverberated with the vibrations of great dancing that evening. By the high-energy song “Club le Narcisse,” with more intense percussion and sexy choreography using chairs, and the finale of “Turn the Beat Around,” the audience was mesmerized and ready to rise into immediate standing ovations. From the performers, along with Gilkison’s choreography, to the costume designer(s), and live singers – everyone seemed to be doing what they loved. And Passion is infectious, inspiring, and memorable.
From the tips of the dancers’ fingers to the walls of the theater, all the way out into the street where the stars – including the famous guest stars – came to greet eagerly awaiting fans, sign autographs, and take photos… the energy of Burn the Floor was palpable. The stardust that they threw into the air will continue to shine for many more audiences, worldwide.
Burn the Floor is currently on World Tour! Find information, including tour dates and locations, at www.burnthefloor.com.
We’ve done it. We celebrated. We closed the door on an enormous year of happenings (a new President among them) in pop culture, politics, the economy, and more. At this time, perhaps rather than looking back at the magnitude of 2009 in terms of change and density, the best thing we can do - in the spirit of looking forward to 2010 - is consider and reflect on the things that bring us joy, and how we plan to nurture the presence of those things in our lives.
Dance is indeed one of those things - an activity that embodies self-expression, and brings countless smiles and moments of joy. The question is, where is dance in your life? Is it where you would like it to be? If so, fantastic. If not, take the steps to increase the amount of dance you do and experience, and bring more of that into your life.
You know the feeling - the literal “joy of dance.” It’s impossible to put into words, and virtually impossible for a non-dancer to imagine - you can only really know it if you’ve felt it. Maybe the great thing you’ll do in the next year is introduce that to a friend by encouraging and inviting them to dance. (What a gift that is! It lasts a lifetime and goes with them anywhere, does wonders for their social life, confidence, and body, decreases their stress level… in some cases, it can even lead them to love… it brings them happiness and fun… the list goes on!) Sharing your love of dance with others is a wonderful thing to do.
But for you, as with anything - if you love it, you have to do it. If dance is a way that you nurture your body, mind, and spirit, if it’s something that bring you fun and happiness - don’t stop dancing. It’s obviously loved by many - just look at the spread Dancing with the Stars, which has become hugely popular in over 30 countries (essentially the number one show in the world in all genres in 2006 and 2007). I have this theory that if more people in the world danced, it would be a happier place.
So, how much happiness are you enjoying as a result of dance (and, for that matter, music!) right now? We hope that it’s a great deal. And of course, we at e.K. Clothing are with you every step of the way for your dance apparel and accessory needs, and informative and entertaining blog posts - support for your dancing lifestyle.
Welcome to 2010 - a year that we hope will be filled with not only the joy of dance, but also with good health, progress, learning, dreaming, and dreams happening. So we’ll say it one more time: Happy New Year! We are wishing you a year of much music, much movement, and of much joy.
As the winter really whips through the streets (and, in some places, the snow continues to fall) it’s important that you stay warm when you go out dancing in the coming months. There are some fashion choices you can make to essentially facilitate the trapping of body heat and make the cold easier to bear, without hampering your style. For example:
You can slip on legwarmers. Black tends to be the easy choice that matches everything, but if you have bare legs or flesh-colored stockings, it can visually cut off the leg line (especially if you are short and/or have very muscular legs). It might be best to wear black tights (thick ones for very cold weather) if you want to wear black warmers. And if you have them, black shoes will keep everything matching (but it’s not a necessity). At e.K. Clothing we sell cute, button-accented legwarmers and regular legwarmers.
Black stirrup tights are another great option. They won’t ride up because they will be hooked in beneath your feet or shoes, and they come in varying thicknesses. They’re usually very comfortable for dancing, especially in heels because there is a convenient place beneath the show for the stirrups to be slipped on.
If you have dance boots, they will also keep feet warmer (than those open-toed sandals of course!). To keep legs warm, slip leg warmers above tights or pants but beneath boots, and leave them showing, peeking out quite a bit at the top. This is an interesting look and it will warm up the lower legs (not to mention it can help boots feel nice and snug, which can potentially give you extra control on the dance floor).
You can also wear a wrap sweater. This is a universal “keep-warm” choice among dancers, ballet, jazz, tap, modern, and ballroom alike. We have this Long Sleeve Wrap Top in many colors for your style needs.
And finally, there’s always layering (the natural cold-weather clothing choice). Multiple layers not only creates warmth - it also adds convenience. You can take away or add layers as necessary while you’re out. A wrap sweater is one way to do this, tights and legwarmers are others. You can do more, and you can get creative to make it interesting-looking. You can try layering with our 3/4 Sleeve Back Tie Top, for example. Varying lengths and colors can spice things up a bit.
So stay warm while out dancing this winter. Protect your dance shoes - never walk in wet weather, snow, or slush, with them! And please, don’t let the falling temperatures keep you at home. Brave the storm with cold weather dance fashion options like these, and bundle up tightly with sweaters, your coat, hat, gloves, scarf, etc. Take the wind-chill into account, too, because it can make you feel crazy-cold. Remember to always get the body warm before dropping into the splits or other big moves. Stay hydrated also, because water will help your body regulate its temperature and deal with the cold too. Then once you’re armed and ready - get out there and dance!
At this time of year, so many of us spend our time catering to others. We are running around, entertaining, giving time and attention to, focusing on and thinking about others. But don’t forget - it’s how you care for yourself that keeps you happy and healthy and able to care for others. That’s why it’s so important that you carve out time to de-stress during the holidays.
It doesn’t matter if it’s listening to music you love, doing yoga, exercise, light reading, watching TV, stretching the tightness out of your body (or getting a great massage), engaging in a fun hobby, or even leisurely cleaning (you know, the kind that needs to get done anyway but isn’t too labor intensive, the kind that can even be relaxing). It could be the time you spend with the fun friends and family that keep you grounded, dancing (of course), a good book, taking a walk, or a good movie. What matters is that you get your mind off of your responsibilities and obligations, and nurture yourself.
In the hustle and bustle of shopping, cleaning, cooking and preparing meals, standing and walking, planning, getting ready to go out, winding down after going out - etc., etc. - you can neglect the really basic attention that you normally pay to yourself at other times. And in the cold weather that your body has to adjust to, with the added stress, plus the not-so-healthy or inconsistent nutritional and hydration choices made in hurrying or partying modes, and the lack of sleep that can sometimes accompany all this - it’s easy to see how it can start to wear on the body. You will get sick if you don’t take care of yourself.
So, drink plenty of water - studies have shown that people feel less dehydrated in cold weather but actually tend to drink less and have the same risk of dehydration - and every single function in your body depends on the flow of water. Try to continue eating healthfully, with plenty of organic, green and otherwise-colorful, lightly cooked and raw food nutrition.
Take a good deal of extra vitamin C or echinacea (preferably with goldenseal; this herb you can take via supplements or tea) if you feel yourself coming down with anything, so that you can strengthen your immune system quickly and beat it. It’s hard to overdose on those two substances, and they work wonders at this time of year. Your body can’t store vitamin C, and the worst side effect might be a mild stomach ache after 2000 mg. And since echinacea with goldenseal is so gentle, you can usually take two to four times the recommended dose once you feel a little something to knock out a cold before it sets in. Use your best judgement, but don’t be afraid of natural immune support.
So, take care of your basic physical needs in terms of nourishment and sleep, and keep your immune system strong (note that the immune system also can be weakened by stress). And then of course, find the de-stressing activities that nurture your body, mind, and spirit.
Remember to honor yourself, so that you can best honor others, and honor the traditions and comforts of this time of the year. You and everyone around you will be better for it.
Dress up your house plants. This is a very simple idea, especially because it involves using something you already have. If you already have plenty of house plants - which many do - you can turn them into “holiday” plants easily. At a holiday decor store or in your boxes of decorative items, find the glittering branches and buds. Metallic flowering stems can be slipped in between plain leaves and branches of houseplants, to liven up those spaces of leafy greenery.
Shining window treatments. We typically hang garlands from the tree and the mantle. But consider using a shiny garland like a curtain valance. You can hang it once across, or you can let it come up once, twice, or more in the middle to create dips in the shape. You can layer them or add lights, as well. This works especially well in a pinch - you have guests coming and you need to make large spaces look a bit more festive and grand. Here you take Christmas metallics, which are timeless, and use them to your advantage in an easy, simple, elegant but also glamorous way.
Natural Table Settings. The approaching dinner party needs place settings. Elle Decor suggests that you get crafty to satisfy your need for quick, simple, yet fabulous table trimmings, again making use of what you already have for a low-to-no-budget option. Simply top ribbons with a sprig of pine, “and you have an instant hit,” they say.
Giving “Goody Bags.” Another party tip we take from Elle Decor - you can easily make send-offs for dinner party guests with brown paper bags. Decorate them with a bit of ribbon and to/from stickers, cutting and shaping the edges with scissors if you want. Throw in a handful of candy canes or other candy treats, and seal with ribbon, staples, or a stick-on bow. Write (in your loveliest script of course) a seasonal saying on each bag such as “Merry Christmas,” “Happy New Year,” “God Jul” (”Merry Christmas” in Swedish), or whatever else you’d like to say. Serve with dessert or hand out (from a large basket complete with a big red bow for extra presentation points) at the end of your get-together. Your guests will notice this simple but thoughtful gesture.
Remember - people remember the way things begin and the way things end. If things go a bit wrong in the middle of, say, a dance performance, or at a party, they’ll tend to forget - but it’s that first experience, and then the last thing they see, hear, or experience will leave an impression. Leave them smiling with this idea (or with other, similarly thoughtful touches).
For more holiday decorating tips - many of which can be translated into style ideas for the home year-round - check out www.elledecor.com. As 2009 comes to a close, here’s hoping everything goes smoothly and sweetly when you enjoy those holiday plans and gatherings.
It’s that time of year and as you decorate up the tree and start to see more glitter, lights, and wintery-wonderland-esque decor everywhere, you’re probably looking to give your home a bit of a holiday mood as well. Keep it affordable and simple with these four easy tips and tricks.
Throw pillows. This is one of the easiest and most often used decorating changes - cheap and easy, but it can really shift the mood of a room. Change throw pillows to reds, or some in metallics or with gold or silver trim. White or beige with metallic trim can be a subtle, classy change, while a bright red creates more “heat” or “up” energy in a room. Dark forest greens can offer a “grounding” effect. Choose some colors you like, and then don’t go crazy trying to fit in every holiday color you can think of. Instead, pick a general color scheme and stick with it (at least mostly), decorating from there.
Ornaments-in-a-bowl. This is super-easy, and quite festive. Find a nice bowl, and fill it with pretty, shining tree ornaments, to the point where they are a little over the top. You can even get a little crafty with this one - maybe you paint the rim of the bowl with gold, or you paint dots, ribbons, or thin stripes all around, or words (etc.). Maybe you hang a pretty holiday necklace around it, maybe you line the bowl with garlands (using tape or a hot glue gun), or circle it with some. Make it pretty and place it strategically.
Presents, presents, everywhere! Wrap some pretty [empty - hey, or full, your call really] presents nicely and place them around the house, with wreaths or garlands, or other Christmas decor items. Put them on shelves, on kitchen counters, the mantle, etc. Make the bows pretty - get a little artistic. Focus on the kinds of gift-looks you want to create, and since you’ve probably seen some imaginative-looking gift-wrappings before, emulate what you’ve seen or done before. Be meticulous, creative, and thoughtful here, remembering that you can place ribbons, bows, two at a time, etc., where ever and however you want! Fake ribbon shapes when you’re not sure how to place or tie a bow by using hidden tape, staples - whatever you need to make it work. Keep things festive by adding these lovely touches of gift-giving around the house.
Center-pieces. Create table centerpieces using your creativity and things you have on hand. For instance, glue ornaments (the stronger or unbreakable ones) together to create a layered “wreath,” and place your fruit bowl - with real, delicious fruit! - on top - perfect for the kitchen. Or glue pine cones together prettily, and top with glitter. Or create a mini tree with a flowerpot or something, hang earrings on it as ornaments, surround with mini presents, and circle with garland. Put a big ribbon bow on a nice platter, and surround with a path of glitter. Gather candles on the platter and circle with garlands or leave as-is. Again, have fun with this!
Those are your holiday home decorating tips this week - embrace the creativity of the season, and possibly involve the kids and/or the man for extra fun and bonding. Either way, begin to infuse your home with holiday spirit.
Next week: More holiday decorating tips and tricks, including simple ideas you can use at your dinner party!
For those on your list who love to dance - tis the season to give them a collection of beautiful images that they can use and see year-round. In these photographs, we captured those intimate and unexpected moments dancers so often share while social dancing. Over about 10 hours of shooting at our store in Lomita, CA, our four couples (some friends, instructors and performers) expressed their creativity, dancing mostly Salsa and Tango, and having fun. We captured their connection and movement at different angles, showcasing the rich colors and free-flowing fabrics of e.K. clothing.
Each month offers a new moment of dance to reflect upon, relate to, and gaze at happily. Even non-dancers can see the loveliness here, making your calendar part-art, and part-dance-artifact. This new product would be fitting as a gift for a young dancer, a ballroom competitor, an avid social dancer, a dance teacher, or - of course - for a studio owner (to hang on the studio wall, of course!) Write dance lessons and hours on their appropriate days, beneath a colorful image of dancers - one that’s artfully shot from a unique perspective and focused to reflect the colorful vibrancy and sense of closeness only found on the dance floor.
It’s the spontaneity, and the creation of memories (some of the last we created at our Lomita location, now our old home since we’ve moved!). And it’s the idea that a still image communicates so much more than its dimensions, colors, subjects, and other elements ever could alone. Where else do you find that passion, the social environment of camaraderie and friendship, that music, the fun, excitement, joy and endorphin-rush of moving your body to it, and a jolt of spontaneous, unexpected creativity all in one place? It’s on the floor - looking gorgeous, feeling that sense of freedom - feeling the rhythm, and living in the moment - and so many of those “moments” are freeze-framed - captured here, in e.K.’s beautiful, new 2010 calendar.
Buy one today as a gift for a friend, or another dancer - or, treat yourself! We hope you’ll enjoy our new gift to you this holiday season, and of course for the rest of your “Happy New Year.”
It’s time to consider the question: What looks are looking good for the upcoming parties and festivities of the 2009 holiday season? Here are five worth considering - perhaps you can add them to your mental fashion library as you prepare to hit the town (with a chic “1, 2” punch, of course).
Pearls. Sophisticated, elegant, shining, simple, graceful… need one say more? Pearl necklaces are timeless accessories. Make it modern this year by layering, keeping the length short like a loose choker, or by wearing a boho-chic and unique knot style with hanging long ties. Simple elegance is in – as is the color pearl in general, so take note.
Ruffles. Such feminine details are truly never out, but they are exceptionally everywhere this season. You see them particularly on collar lines and blouses, and those holiday dresses of course. They are even on coats and shoes if you look around. Maybe you can even find them in a nice feminine wrap dress (like this one!). Tap into the flirty, girly-girl within.
Scarves. Whether it’s with your actual look or with your outerwear, scarves are a very popular accessory right now. When you wear them with your coat, matching scarf-and-hat ensembles are the key. When you wear them with your outfit, it’s that sense of loose, casual layering – and usually more streamlined materials than fuzzy ones – that you’re going for. With this one, it’s “effortless chic” that you’re going for.
Metallics. Timeless for the holidays. Perhaps a fab dress (like this, or maybe this or this) with black tights and heels – boots if your heart desires – would be the best way to do it. Or you can choose a waist belt, or simply choose silver, gold, pewter, brass or bronze jewelry. If you don’t usually do it, now’s the time to add some in. (The tree will be glimmering – so you should too. Have fun with it!)
Sparkling hair accessories. Adorning your do will make you stand out this season. Find a shimmering headband, glittering clip, or jeweled pin for the hair. Consider a piece that’s asymmetrical for a bit of added visual interest. It will be a little unexpected glamour – a crowing glory indeed.
Don’t forget the usual holiday style picks either – the color red, sexy and powerful, retro red lips, satin, basic black, fabulous pumps, (a good-looking man?)… etc., etc. Step out in style for those fun seasonal get-togethers, reminding yourself as you take in the joys of the season, that taking care of yourself, looking great, and feeling confident are joys that you are free to indulge in every season.
Find more fabulous holiday dresses, accessories, and more at www.ekclothing.com.
