CREATING A COMPLIMENT-WORTHY WARDROBE FOR THE HOLIDAYS AND BEYOND

December 17, 2021

The Dressucation Dr.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS LADIES!

LET’S TALK ABOUT CREATING A COMPLIMENT-WORTHY WARDROBE FOR THE HOLIDAYS AND BEYOND!

You may be the most secure woman in the world, but a compliment on your appearance can serve as an additional boost of confidence, swag, reassurance or simply make your day when things are just not going your way!


The following will help to make it happen! EVERYTHING in your closet should fit like it was made just for you! So, what does this entail? Knowing your style, best colors, body shape, and last but not least, the way you carry yourself!


We all have a dress or outfit that we love to wear because it makes us feel beautiful, sexy, or sophisticated and is just EVERYTHING! BUT, imagine if you could feel that way every day!


Pay attention whenever you receive compliments on your clothing or appearance. Do you usually get them when you wear a certain color, outfit, or style? Is the compliment more about what the outfit does for you or what YOU DO FOR THE OUTFIT? For example, “Girl that’s a great dress!” as opposed to “Girl that dress looks great on you!” or “Sis, you are WEARING that dress!” In other words, is the compliment about the item or outfit or is it about how good it looks on YOU?


Remember, every style of clothing is not made for every woman’s body type. A perfectly fitting mid-range price outfit is much better than a high-end outfit that fits poorly. Here are a few common excuses for buying ill-fitting clothing. I’m guilty of at least one!


  • “Well, it was so cute, I had to have it!”
  • “So, it’s a little tight on me, but I’m on a diet!” 
  • “You know I can’t pass up a sale!”

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WEAR SOMETHING UNIQUE

It will definitely step up your game! I have a flower chain belt that belonged to my mother but she gave it to me many years ago. Every time I wear it I am guaranteed to get compliments on it by women in all age groups. I dress it up or down by wearing it with dresses or jeans.


Become a slave to your OWN fashion! My mom has a handbag with her own initials even though she enjoys her designer bags as well!

Belt-AKA “The Compliment Magnet”

My Mom’s Personalized Handbag

A Few of My Favorite Holiday “Glambags”

This lady knows what she’s talking about and that goes for paint and everything else! Colors can make a statement, but wearing the wrong ones can make you look washed out or simply not your best. I snapped this while shopping in Lowes because the message is SO relevant and made me smile! Red of course is a holiday favorite, but no need to limit ourselves. Pinks, greens, and of course gold and silver are also fabulous holiday choice colors! Just be sure to choose them according to your skin tone.


The holiday season is here and some activities have resumed. Many folks are anxious to get out there and “strut their stuff” again. Some of us are ready, willing, and able but are finding there aren’t that many places to go due to the pandemic. Last but not least, the COVID 19 variants keep on coming and according to medical experts, each is more contagious than the last. Don’t forget to mask up with style when and where it is appropriate. If you are going to wear a fancy mask to a party, do make sure it has at least three layers of fabric or if not, wear a CDC recommended mask underneath or alone. Safety before fancy and by all means, dress up those beautiful eyes!

HAVE A SAFE, HAPPY, AND STYLISH HOLIDAY SEASON!

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