Am I Beautiful Enough?

Throughout the ages beautiful women have turned the heads of the most powerful men on earth. Battles have been fought, won and lost for the love of a woman whose beauty has bewitched rulers of ancient times and stories of actresses marrying kings have always enchanted us with their fairy tale endings.

In today's ultra modern society a woman is expected to be fashionable and they should do the utmost to stay as beautiful as they possibly can. There are hundreds of beauty products on the market which claim to be able to do miracles and woman throughout the world spend a fortune on them in the hope that they will be able to slow time down a little.

Plastic Surgeons can turn back time with their surgical skills and Botox has certainly made its mark by offering women the chance of ridding themselves of those unwanted wrinkles with an injection or two. Growing old gracefully has become a thing of the past as more and more women treat themselves to the various procedures that keeps them looking young, manicured and beautiful.

Women will ask themselves the question 'am I beautiful enough' because peer pressure today is intense. Everywhere a woman looks they see stars of the silver screen, super models in glossy fashion magazines and singers who just get better looking as time goes by. Women feel that they need to keep pace with these icons who smile so confidently on the front pages the glossy journals on the newsstands.

In recent years just as in ancient times women have been expected to be beautiful, men adore having an attractive female on their arm because it gives them feel good. The beautiful woman is his trophy that he proudly shows off to the world and other men admire and even lust after her. History has certainly proved that this is often the case with the 'face that launched a thousand ships'.

The cosmetic industry has nursed their billion dollar trade by researching miracle creams and other products which they market through expensive add campaigns to women who hunger for these products no matter what they cost. Dentists can give anyone that perfect smile. A nip here and a tuck there from a Plastic Surgeon will give a woman that near perfect body and a few silicone implants later the woman blossoms from an ugly duckling into that beautiful swan.

A woman can be transformed from head to her toes with all sorts of procedures that will enhance her looks and make her look and feel a million dollars. The fact that it most probably will cost as much does not matter to the woman because the end result is worth the money she has to spend.

The question a woman will always ask herself no matter how beautiful she is will remain the same throughout time. Am I beautiful enough? The answer is that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, what one person thinks of as beautiful another may not.

The Hottest Women's Hairstyles for Short Hair

This year many celebrities have decided to chop all of their hair off. This has left many women wondering, could I pull off a short hairstyle? The answer to that question is yes, if you find the right hairstyle for you. Ted Gibson, a celebrity hairstylist for stars like Brooklyn Decker and Anne Hathaway, and Adam Campbell, who styled the hair of Kate Hudson and Scarlett Johansson, have come together to teach women how to find the best short hairstyles for their face shape.

This year the pixie cut has been worn by many celebrities. Some of them include: Emma Watson, Rihanna, Halle Berry, and Ginnifer Goodwin. The pixie can look great on almost any face shape as long as it is done right. If you have a high forehead then go for a longer side-swept bang like Rihanna, it hides your forehead and brings attention to your eyes. If you have a round face, a pixie will work for you too, but be sure to keep the sides very short while the top is kept long. Women with oval faces and/ or high cheekbones can also wear pixies and can have them cut in whatever style they like.


When women cut or style their hair the goal they should be trying to achieve is to make their face appear oval shaped. With that said, women who have an oval face shape can wear almost any hairstyle and get away with it. If you have an oval face shape and a bold/strong personality, then you could go for hairstyles such as the blunt bob or the Cleopatra. Celebrities such as Nicki Minaj, Lady Gaga, and Katy Perry are all very daring and have chosen the blunt bob.

Women who have a thin, long face, like Liv Tyler, should choose a hairstyle that is a little shorter or longer than chin length. Also be sure to choose a hairstyle that has a deep side part because it will add fullness to your face and make it appear more oval shaped.

Those who have high cheekbones, like Victoria Beckham, are "lucky" because you "can get away with anything," says Campbell. An asymmetrical bob is a great hairstyle to show off your bone structure. Sleek, straight hair can streamline your face so that your beautiful cheekbones really stand out.

Those with long necks can sometimes find it difficult to wear short hairstyles. Many women usually feel like short hairstyles can make their necks appear longer. The trick to look good with short hair, if you have a long neck, is to never cut your hair above the chin. Anne Hathaway is a good example of this. She has a long neck and looks great with a longer bob. If bobs aren't your style, then choose any style that is straight and blunt.

Women with a square face look great with a straight hairstyle that is below the jaw. It is important to never cut your hair above your jaw because the length of your hair will draw attention to your jaw and take away from the rest of your features. You should also part your hair slightly off center, like Jennifer Aniston, because it "gives a square face more asymmetry," says Campbell.

 

Women with a heart shaped face should also not cut their hair shorter than chin length. Reese Witherspoon is a good example of this; you will find that she hardly ever has extremely short hair. She also usually sports straight or soft, side-swept bangs, that anyone with a heart shaped face would look great with.

Lastly, for those with a round face should have longer layers that are sleek and angular. This will add shape and symmetry to your round face, which usually lacks shape. Be sure to add volume to the top of your hair, it will make your face appear longer and leaner.
Short hair can sometimes seem very bold, which can sometimes deter women from great short hairstyles. Anyone can pull off short hair though, as long as they have the right cut for their face shape.

Italian Designer Handbag Trivia

Purses and handbags have been traced back to the Fourteenth Century, and have always been an indispensable practical sine qua non, a symbol of the feminine mystique.

Enter couture mid eighteen hundred with early to mid nineteen hundred influx. Italian designers offer handbags that are hot and stylish, trendy, fun and flirty, classy, glam, feminine chic, functional, luxurious, prestigious, sophisticated, classical and sexual. All parallel "handbag passion" for 'Arriving in Style'.

The marvelous European houses of haute couture presenting the invaluable handbag are mostly centered in Italia.

Armani: Georgio Armani's arrival in 1934 in Piacenza, Italy offered sophisticated elegance, and with styles fabricated through the best excellence of synthetic leather. Styles included totes and shoulder bags in unconventional patterns that accentuated clothing regardless of style.

Dolce&Gabbana: Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana of Milan, Italy appeared in 1985. Dolce&Gabbana is luxurious, formal and timeless. Their "D&B" branding sets trends versus follows.

Fendi: Eduardo Fendi headquartered in Rome, Italy materialized in 1918. Fendi's Italian luxury fashion house is most commonly known for its "baguette" handbag. A baguette, usually, a richly decorated handbag pouche carried on belts or within clothes was established in the Sixteenth Century Renaissance. Ashley Teasdale's favorite is the oversized Fendi, and Lady Gaga sports the pink Fendi.

Ferragamo: Salvatore Ferragamo headquartered in Florence, Italy arrived upon the scene in 1923 in the "Hollywood Boot Shop". Hence, originally and primarily known for boots and shoes. The feet of Crawford, Garbo, A. Hepburn, Loren, Monroe, Swanson and Warhol to name a few, where Ferragamo's marketers. In 1960 Ferragamo handbags entered the fashion scene. Margaret Thatcher's famous handbags were of Ferragamo. Ferragamo offers innovation and ingenuity.

Gucci: Guccio Gucci established himself in 1921 in Florence, Italy with the master craftsmanship of Tuscan artisans. Gucci signature is known for the interlocking G's with a chain strap. In the 1940's while leather was difficult to obtain Gucci offered bags of bamboo. Gucci is known also for the hobo and tote bag, inclusive of the satin evening bag.

Prada: Mario Prada opened his doors in Milan, Italy in 1913, offering steamer trunks and handbags. Prada is known for bohemian luxury and a less than haute couture look. Prada handbags are of parachute nylon.

Versache: Gianni Versache originated in 1978 in Milan, Italy, and is one of the world's leading international fashion houses. Versache's design style reflects color, sexuality and smooth lines which are luxurious and classical, and inspired with elegant linings.

Louis Vuitton: Louis Vuitton or "LV" headquartered in Florence, Italy and established in 1854 is one of the oldest French luxury fashion houses. Vuitton is reputed for its LV-pattern, with styles in brown and leather bags and trunks. "LV" is a symbol of style, sophistication, prestige and status. Madonna, Jessica Simpson and Miranda Kerr favor "LV".

Ergo, the Italian "masters of handbag fashion" offer excellence, uniqueness, luxury and signature logo. Innovation and ingenuity, along with sophistication, prestige and timelessness in the tradition of Italian leather is haute couture elegance for "Arriving in Style".

How To Look Feminine

Looking feminine is not always something that comes naturally to all women. For some women, looking and acting feminine and womanly comes without much effort. Others have to work on it a bit more. Many women don't even give themselves a chance, and don't even bother putting effort into their appearance. To them, looking feminine is a challenge, and they'd rather just wear t-shirts, sneakers, and no makeup. But looking womanly is not hard. All you need is a few pointers in the right direction. Below are some fashion tips that you can incorporate into your wardrobe in order to look more feminine.

•     Get a manicure and pedicure: When you have pretty toes and nails, you automatically feel more dainty and feminine. You start to naturally move your hands in different ways than when your nails are chipped and unpolished. You can paint your nails yourself, but getting a professional manicure and pedicure comes out much nicer and neater. If you have light skin, dark colors are a great contrast to your skin tone and look great. Try different shades of red, burgundy and pink. Dark colors look good with red also, but your skin tone also looks good with pale pink colors. And no matter what color skin tone you have, a beautiful French manicure always looks classy, elegant and feminine. You can go to a drug store for good nail polish, but if you want more unique colors and better quality, go to a place like Sephora, or anywhere that sells OPI brand nail polish.
•     Wear accessories: Accessories are a great way to add some femininity to your wardrobe. You don't need much. A few simple accessories can really add a lot to your look and make you look and feel more feminine. Experiment with different looks. One day try putting your hair back in a tight pony tail and put on big hoop earrings or long dangly ones, an extra long pendant necklace, and a dainty tennis bracelet. Another day, try some funky colorful earrings, a colorful charm bracelet, and a sexy belt that accentuates your waist line. You can make any part of your outfit an accessory, like headbands, a bow in your hair, a beautiful pin, a gorgeous belt, an ankle bracelet, or a feather in the hair. These are just a few ideas that can make a big difference in your outfit. Any place that sells clothes will also sell accessories. You can go to a place like Claire's and stock up on lots of different accessories that will go with many different outfits.
•     Wear dresses: Some women may need some convincing in this department. But if you really want to look feminine, then you're going to have to put a dress on at some point. If you ask men if they prefer a woman in pants or a dress, I guarantee that almost all of them will say a dress. Dresses and skirts are soft, feminine and modest, and any woman can find a dress that is flattering for her body type. Every woman should have at least a few dresses in her closet. Whether you're going on date, an office party or a wedding, a nice dress will never be a fashion mistake, and it will definitely make you feel feminine. You also don't need to buy fancy name brands to get good quality dresses. You can get dresses for good prices at places like Target or Marshall's, or try wholesale dresses and split the cost with a friend.

If you want stylish and fashionable clothing but don't want to break your wallet, you'll find that buying wholesale clothing from a place like wholesalefashionsquare.com is a much better way of getting all of today's latest styles straight to your door, for a fraction of the cost. Once you see how easy it is to get clothes like skirts, blouses, shoes and wholesale dresses, you'll never want to buy from retail again.

Bloating And Weight Gain Solutions

Have you felt bloated, shortness of breath, sharp stomach pains during the Holidays? How many pounds have you gained this X-Mas? Do you think your bloating is caused by overeating? Or have you felt bloated for a long time?

Abdominal bloating is a sensation of feeling uncomfortably full. It is estimated that close to 25% of the USA population deal with bloating on a regular basis.

The combination of swallowed air and fluid in the abdomen creates a swirling sensation in the bowels that leads to bloating.

Bloating is seen more often in woman.

Experts consider excessive eating the major cause of bloating. Swallowed air while eating may lead to bloating after a meal.

Don't mistake bloating pain with heart pain. Sometimes bloating pain may be mistaken for heart pain when the pain is in the upper left side of the chest. Other times, the sharp pain may be confused with appendix or the gall bladder.

Have you been having more hiccups lately? Hiccups help release gas that is in the digestive tract before it moves down to the intestines and causes bloating.

Bloating occurs when your body does not consume food correctly.

What can cause bloating?

•     Overeating
•     Lactose Intolerance, fructose intolerance and other food intolerances
•     Gastric Distension
•     Aerophagia (air swallowing goes to the stomach, a nervous habit)
•     Food Allergy
•     Irritable Bowel Syndrom
•     Partial Bowel Obstruction
•     Gastric Dumping Syndrome or Rapid Gastric Emptying
•     Gas-Producing Foods
•     Constipation
•     Visceral Fat
•     Celiac Disease

What to avoid eating:

•     Salt
•     Excess Carbs
•     Bulky Raw Foods (cook your vegetables)
•     Gassy Foods (broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, corn, potatoes,sprouts, onions, peppers, brussels sprouts,wheat)
•     Sugar (xylitol, sorbitol or maltitol found in low-carb, low-calorie products like energy bars)
•     Fried Foods/Fatty Foods
•     Extremely Hot or Cold Foods
•     Spicy Foods
•     Carbonated Drinks
•     High-Acid Drinks
•     Chewin Gum
•     Fructose
•     Lactose (sugar found in milk products)

Suffering from bloating can have a negative impact on a person's life. Don't struggle in shame and silence.

Bloating is not life threatening but you should consult your doctor if your abdomen is tender or hard to the touch and if your bloating is persistent, progressive or if you have severe bloating.

Try smaller meals. Eat several small meals throughout the day. Eat slowly, chew your food thoroughly and don't gulp.

Avoid drinking large quantities of fluids while eating.

So many people suffer from bloating in silence and it can be extremely frustrating as it is hard to pin point the cause.

Hopefully the suggestions above can help you with your bloating.

Judy Doiron has been asked several times: "When are you expecting"?. Struggling with bloating and weight gain most of her life she got fed up and finally decided to do something about it so that people can stop thinking she is pregnant when she isn't.