Monday, June 15th, 2009
First impressions count whether we like it or not.
And how you feel about how you look matters even more because a confident positive attitude will create a positive flow of energy around you.
Imagine two identical yous. You come into a room and there you are. What do you think about your image, your clothes, your general demeanour? Are you delighted with what you see? Do you look comfortable in your skin?
Find three words that describe what you see.
What were your words: comfortable, stylish, approachable, sexy, smart?
If your words weren’t so positive it could be time for a change.
How do you want to feel inside your clothes? Find three words that you would like to be able to use about yourself all the time.
Step 1: The Big Picture
There are many roles we live out: worker, lover, mother, father, sports person, clubber, gardener and we tend to have different clothes to fit each role.
What are your roles? Identify them.
Are there gaps in your wardrobe? Is there anything that’s missing? Do you have an imbalance in your wardrobe? Does your wardrobe reflect your current roles?
Step 2: Subtract
When you go through your wardrobe you can be ruthless – look at each item of clothing? What role does each item belong to?
With each item ask yourself the following questions:
Do I ever wear it?
Does it fit and suit me?
Do I love it?
Does it satisfy my three key words?
If it does not fit these criteria just ask yourself: Why do I still own it? Is it time to throw it out?
Step 3: Add
You’ve gone through and got rid of the items that don’t serve you. You may not have very much left in your wardrobe but what you do have will be the things that reflect who you are.
You are half-way there.
Now its time to add to what you love and build yourself a wardrobe that makes you feel a million dollars.
Create the image that you want for yourself. When you feel good you will look good and ooze with confidence and charisma.
1)What are the gaps in your wardrobe?
2)What would you really love to wear but have never owned
3)What colours and styles suit you?
4)What clothes would really suit your personality and inner style?
Now you can begin to build yourself a style that you feel at ease with. A style that reflects who you are.
Less is more: it’s not how much you have it’s what you do with what you’ve got! For lots more free information and help visit: http://www.beclutterfree.co.uk
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Wednesday, April 15th, 2009
Looking for love? Or worse…looking for love in all the wrong places? I think we all know by now that it’s all about living for fun, and just about everyone agrees that much of the fun in life comes from finding the right person to share it with.
From regular, day-to-day pursuits like grocery shopping, working out, or preparing a meal, to life’s more exciting adventures like traveling, going out, or getting close (and maybe a little adventurous), setting the right mood is imperative to finding love. Then when the time is right, the right ambiance in your apartment can make all the difference.
Let’s say you’ve gone out on a great date, the conversation’s fantastic, and it’s time to make a move. You’re looking to make the action in your apartment a little Carmen Electra and a lot less Electric Company. So what can you do to get that Electra?
I’d like to call myself a bit of an expert on the subject. Some may even go so far as to call me a professional. Okay, I think pretty much everyone might say that it’s a self-proclaimed title, but let’s let bygones be bygones and get down to the nitty gritty.
Since I’m such a sharing guy and want my vast knowledge to help every apartment-ite it can, I’m going let you in on some great steps that’ll help you get your place ship-shape for love. Some of you out there need a lot of help (you know who you are) so make sure to pay attention. Take notes if you want to, but let’s get your apartment ready for love!
Step # 1 For the Love of cheese, Clean Up – No one, and I mean NO ONE other than Grover gets hot and bothered amid a mess. Pick up around the place, clean up the dirty dishes, get that vacuum in gear, and don’t be afraid to actually clean your own toilet for once. Trust me, fellas, ladies don’t want to see [BREAK] the mold around your sink and the ring around the tub either. Soap scum will make you look like a lazy bum. Hire a maid if you have to. Just make sure your place is as dust, dirt, and clutter free as Mama would’ve wanted.
Step # 2 A little night music – When you head for the iPod, think soothing and sexy, not getting’ down and dirty. This one might depend on your personal definition of “soothing,” but Marvin Gaye is always a great choice. A nice acoustic sound like John Mayer or Jack Johnson will always set a great mood too. Plus, other than only turning up the heat, music therapy has proven to provide real health benefits as well as reduce stress. You’ll want to stay away from anything that could potentially bust an ear drum or makes you want to drive fast in the car. Anything you have to scream over to have a conversation won’t get anywhere. And no, the new Snoop album won’t work either. Offensive lyrics do nothing, but kill the mood.
Step # 3 Aromatherapy - There’s a reason the perfume and cologne industries rake in billions. Pleasing scents have been proven to soothe stress and can also foster romance. You can use candles, sprays, or even burn a little incense. But don’t overdo it. You can go from suave to cheesy pretty fast with too much smell good. Keep it subtle. Remember: scent is the number one sense associated with memory. Smell great and you’re bound to leave a lasting impression. Smell bad and you’re bound to leave their nostrils flaring and send them running.
Step # 4 Comfort is the key - If you’re going to spoil yourself with one expensive piece of furniture, make it a couch with plenty of room for getting to know one another. A couple of smooth recliners may look great and be heaven watching games or movies, but won’t help at all in putting a move on your date. In absolutely no situation should you ever find patio furniture or fold-up chairs anywhere else, but on the patio. Moral of this story: Go with that nice comfy couch. That after-dinner drink can turn into much more with the help of a comfy couch that just invites adventure.
The final step…Make it Your Own - Your apartment is your home and it speaks for you before you ever say a word. Remember that when someone walks in, they’ll make judgments about your style, your tastes, and, yes, your sex appeal based on how it looks. Pay attention to the details and you’re on your way to getting more than just a good night’s sleep.
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Tuesday, February 10th, 2009
Most people will agree that next to beds sofas are the most comfortable pieces of furniture that you will find in any home or hotel. While you can get your sofa from any furniture store only Ikea sofas can be store tested by you. In case you are wondering what store tested means well relax in your sofa at home. You can feel how the sofa feels right?
Well in most furniture and department stores you can look at the sofa and even sit down briefly to see if you will be comfortable. You will not however feel comfortable doing this. In the Ikea stores on the other hand you can sprawl or even lie down on the sofa. You have the luxury of sitting on the sofa and even discussing if you want to buy the sofa or the other accessories you can use.
The wide range of Ikea sofas that you will find will fit in with any style of décor that you have in your homes. You will also find that these sofas come in a variety of textures. So you can choose from a traditional sofa where your guests will sit down and comfortably talk the afternoon away. You could also see about buying one of those ultra comfortable sofas.
You know the ones that one where as soon as you see them all you can think about is sprawling on them. With these types of Ikea sofas you will soon have many great looking items arranged around. You will of course find these and many other types of sofas. For many people there are some sofa beds that you can look at. These sofa beds are ideal for when you have guests or if you have a small apartment.
As with so many of the Ikea products you will find these Ikea sofas to be very affordable. The sofas have different looks and textures to them. You will find two seater sofas and four seater sofas. There are leather sofas and corner sofas that you can arrange in your living room in a mix and match style.
The Ikea stores are great for buying products for your home. With these many lovely items you will be able to furnish your home in any way that you want. The choice of Ikea sofas will let you style the living room in a comfortable living space. You will love how your new Ikea sofas enhance the quality of living.
Tags: Enhance, Ikea, Living, Love, Quality, Sofas
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