“Different folks, different strokes” and this happens with the “selfie-mania” too. In Japan, where everything has a jolly twist, even taking a self-portrait with your smartphone becomes kawaii. Being cute and innocent is somewhat, somehow something normal and sensual.Gothic lolitas, Decora, maid cafés… if you’re familiar with these terms, then you know what I mean. Don’t surprise if in Japan people snap selfies like suffering from the worst toothache experience ever or showing off a funny duck face, so that the typical and overrated “Starbucks paper cup selfie” won’t be that foregone and boring anymore. Maybe you’re going to laugh but this instructional video and the following quick reportage on the road will explain…
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How to: DIY at home pedicure with Avon Foot Works
Sun, heat and long days suggest that’s the right time to finally show our feet! Before showing off fashionable sandals and flip flops, we must take care of them (our feet again), even without the help of a professional aesthetician. With a spare afternoon and some specific products, like those from Avon Foot Works line I’ve been using since 2007, an at home pedicure is no longer a problem and becomes an effortless and enjoyable experience. A DIY pedicure is a moment of pure relaxation that everyone, especially housewives, can afford: a quiet half an hour, a basin filled with warm water, a foot rasper or file and a hydrating…
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Redoing your bedroom to showoff your fashion sense
New year, new you, new… bedroom decor? If you’re a fashionista, the new year is the perfect time to overhaul your bedroom to reflect your savvy style. Here at Modernize, we appreciate a girl who knows exactly what to wear, and we have some tips to make your bedroom as fabulous as you are. Make a Game PlanYou don’t jump into an outfit decision unprepared. You take stock of your blouses, pants, and shoes. You think about the event, the weather, and the company. So maybe planning your bedroom decor isn’t at the top of your mind, but it’s good to get an idea of where you’re going. How much…
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How to: style a dress to impress on New Year’s Eve with 10 make-up and fashion tricks
It’s time to party all night long on New Year’s Eve! In order to welcome 2016 the right and glamorous way, I’m going to help you styling you up with a party look idea and 10 tips and tricks for a long-lasting make-up. Start by decoding the dress code: is it a formal, informal or a themed event? For this festive post I’m going to start by restyling a Prom Dress, because you can reuse a prom garment with ease if it’s short! Mostly, NYE party looks are chic but it’s really easy to exaggerate and go too far, thus looking contrived. Here are my tips: 1 Yes to dark…
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How to: style a bridesmaid dress or a formal knee-lenght garment with 10 easy tips
Is your best friend getting married or is a formal event approaching? Don’t panic because styling a bridesmaid dress or a sleek gown without overdoing it can be quite simple. Follow my easy “how to style a bridesmaid dress” tips to avoid stress. As an example I’ve taken a Cheap Bridesmaid Dress that’s already a showstopper: an A line, knee-length dress in a light powder pink tone and lace details all over it. This is a fresh and sweet model but it represents almost a complete outfit as it covers and decors the body, except arms. Below there are 10 easy tricks to style it. 1 Play with the colour palette…
