Inspiration with Fashion- Balancing Work and Study

Hello Everyone,
It's been a while since my last post. This is because my brain was on buffer :). I could not think of anything to write.Working and studying is no easy thing and many times you can't seem to fit everything in your schedule. Well, if this is you and you are having a little difficulty in balancing your life, hopefully this might offer some insight that may help you achieve this balance. Like you, I was going through the same thing.

I remember going to one of my lecturers and telling her that this programme is taking sooooo long. One of the things she said to me was quality is better than quantity. I know we set a time frame to complete our programmes, however sometimes it is better to take our time so we can graduate with a great GPA. I also discovered some great tips that can help us keep balanced so we do not get burnt out or despondent on the journey.



 

One very important thing is organizing. It is very important to keep things organized especially when it comes to assignments. Sometimes I tend to procrastinate and find myself rushing to do three or more different assignments that is due on the same day. I have found that if I do a time table and start my assignments early I would not feel frazzled and rushed to get them done on time.

 

Another thing you can do is take time out. Working and studying is not easy so you would feel stressed. It is important to take a little time away to help you relax. Some things can be helpful are excercising, going to the beach or just hanging out with friends. These can help to rejuvenate you, so you can get back your focus.

 

Do not take on more than you can handle. For me am involved in varies charities, so there are times when I fee so overwhelmed that I had to put some on hold. We would like to think of ourselves as superhuman but we are not. The reality is we can only do so much. So do what you can with the best of your ability.

 

Also when you start to feel demotivated, remind yourself as to why you are pursuing the particular course of study. This will help to motivate you because it is a goal that you want to achieve. So thinking about the why will help you get back your focus.

 

Remember believe in yourself. Believe you can do it. Everyone who is successful had to work very hard as well and if they can do it. You can as well (we :)  )

 

Always dress with Fi-nesse





 

Be Unique Catherine <3

Inspiration with Fashion: Being confident in who you are!

Do you sometimes feel or wish you had more confidence? I used to feel that way. (well sometimes I still do :) ). The pressure of society trying to dictate how much I should weigh, how I should wear my hair or even walk can be a bit daunting. If you are anything like me then you would totally disregard society and embrace the unique beauty that God has given to you.

I know sometimes it can be difficult. Maybe as a child you were meeted with negative words by those close to you or even now as an adult. I can relate to that fully. It took me a long time to embrace me but I did it. If I can do it then you can as well. Do not allow anyone to define you!!! However if you are still struggling here are a few things that has helped me maybe you can try it as well.

Accept the way you are -There is no other person in the world with your smile, your laugh, your hair etc..that's right (look in the mirror and smile :)) ).
Wear what you want to wear- make sure it compliments your body, choose flattering colours..and try to be as natural as possible.. you do not need to mask your beauty with overdone make up.

Talk to youself in the mirror-smile, words have power, the more positive things you say, the more it would be felt.
Take care of you- love your body, excercise, treat yourself ( and it is ok to have ice-cream :) )

These are just a few things that helps me. I hope it will help you..
Remember you are beautiful and unique...Love yourself..

Now put on your Smile ( which is your best assest ) and step confidently into the world.

<3 Catherine

The Importance of wearing the right colours to the office

Have you ever noticed that when you wear a certain colour/s it does something to your mood. Well there is a reason for that. Based on the Psychology of colour, colours and mood are inextricably linked. Apart from  wearing the most appropriate colours in our social life, it is also important that we choose the most appropriate colours for the office.Wearing the right colours at the office will not only boost our confidence but also allow us to be more efficient and effective.

Some of the best colours to wear are green, blue, brown and of course black. The colour green is known as the money colour. It denotes freshness and harmony and is also pleasing to the eyes. Blue has always been known as a calming colour. Wearing this colour tends to keep you calm and in control. Brown is the colour of stability and Black is the authority colour and can also be very elegant.

Colours that should not be worn to the office are red, yellow and grey. Red is the passion or aggressive colour and wearing it to the office may cause you to be seen as not too friendly. Yellow is a happy colour but for the office it can be considered to be unstable or overenergizing. Grey deotes negativity and lack of energy, so you definitely do not want to wear it.
Of course there are colours you can wear in moderation or as accents such as purple or white.

Although wearing certain colours do affect our mood. I believe that by cordinating our colours properly we can still look great, feel great and be effective at the office.

Be Unique
Catherine <3

Each of us is created with our own unique physical beauty. Sometimes lack of embracing our bodies causes us to take sometimes extreme measures in wanting the 'perfect body'. I believe that we should aspire to be holistic. In other words take a few minutes for yourself daily. Have a proper diet and excercise regime ( simply walking, sharing with friends or meditation). Be beautiful in you and as Dr. Zuess says be the best you that you can be. :)

Just a few tips I found #realsimple on getting the right fit for your body type: Which type are you?

Knowing your body type makes it easier for you to wear what is most appropriate and flattering to your body. Most women fall into four categories ;Circle (thick around the middle), Triangle (larger at the bottom), Hourglass (curvy but evenly proportioned) and Rectangle ( straight up and down). Realsimple.com.

I will continue next on the most appropriate pieces you should wear for your bodytype.

Celebrate you! :)

Catherine <3

The importance of foundation garments...

Foundation garments of many types are used to change one’s shape so that clothing worn over them show off the figure to its best advantage. They can range from the highly restrictive corset to simple brassieres, girdles or support garments like the popular Spanx.

Foundation garments, which may be alternately called shapewear, have undergone many changes throughout the centuries, but they all provide a body foundation, upon which clothing is built. They’re by no means miracle workers. If you wear a size 14, a girdle will not have you wearing a size 2 no matter how much you might like it to achieve that affect. But some foundation garments can pull in the waist slightly, make the thigh or buttocks appear lifted or smoother, and of course lift the breasts, making them appear supported, and smaller or bigger. (Wisegeek)...

Beauty...

"Beauty isn't about having a pretty face. It is about having a pretty mind, a pretty heart and most importantly, a beautiful soul." - Anonymous

Our vision is to assist women in embracing their true and unique 

beauty (fearfully and wonderfully made) and not to conform to 

society's portrayal of what beauty is. Today's society is primarily 

focused on artificial aesthetics and this can often negatively 

influence women to conform. This can also be the root cause of many 

complexes and self-esteem issues that women may develop. The House of 

Finesse believes in holistically empowering women to believe in their 

own self-worth and the dynamism of being a woman of substance.