so when I am craving a little bit of ice cream…my tendency (i live alone) is to grab a spoon…and experience my vanilla ice cream out of the carton…it tastes fine…but put that same ice cream in a pretty dish, drizzle chocolate sauce on top and add a few raspberries and you’ve got a more appealing dessert…right? that extra touch creates that wow factor that makes it even more enjoyable…
case in point…last week i went over to my mamacita’s house…and she proceeded to serve me an afternoon snack…when it comes to sweets…it doesn’t take much to make me happy…i would have been thrilled had she just served me chocolate cake…
but no…
this is how my mamacita serves an afternoon snack… home made chocolate cake with dulce de leche…topped with french vanilla ice cream & boysenberry sauce…on a pretty plate…
so the same example can be applied to our wardrobe ensembles…are you adding the wow factor to your outfits or are they lacking interest?
here is a list of fifteen things that can make your outfit more appealing…those around you will appreciate your presentation and you’ll get more enjoyment out of what you’re wearing…
1. add a small silk patterned scarf to the handles of your handbag…
2. if you’re wearing a suit, add an interesting patterned sock…
3. next time you get new glasses, consider a colorful frame….
4. instead of black or brown boots, try magenta, dark green, or red…
5. wear a colorful scarf around your neck…the pop of color will bring attention to your face…
6. wear a fedora hat…
7. add a touch of metallic in a clutch, a ballet flat or a belt…
8. updating your leather jacket? try one in teal…
9. substitute a printed pant for your jeans…
10. instead of a plain neutral colored pump, buy one in a fabric print—floral, camo, or graphic…
11. be daring and wear a bright red shade of lipstick…
12. break the habit of using only one handbag for every occasion…routinely rotate your handbags or buy a bag for date night…
13. layer chain necklaces in different metals or beaded necklaces in crystals or gemstones to get a fuller look…
14. wear a patterned or fishnet stocking with your pencil skirt instead of black tights or sheer hose…
15. wear a smile…it’s the best accent for any outfit…
and then…enjoy that ice cream!
