Dress to Impress at your Next Career Fair

March 1, 2013 By 1 Comment

No matter what you’re doing, first impressions are everything. So when it comes to the business world, you should always dress for the job you want, not the job you have.

When you’re young it’s almost second nature to be fashion conscious and try out new trends.  However, when it comes to the professional world you only have one shot to get it right. College career fairs are great ways to get your foot in the door, so make sure that the shoe always fits. To ensure a great first impression and portray that you’re the ideal employee, try these five fashion savvy yet professional looks at your next college career fair.

The Young and Fashionable Intern

Not all companies have a strict dress code, as some value your ability not only to group think, but also to be independent. A great way to show your individuality is through your clothes but, remember to keep it professional.1

Color pants are all the rage nowadays but, you don’t want to stand out like a sore thumb so try a cute yet simple printed shirt. Keep the print between two and three colors, anything more than that and you might look too busy. You want to be seen AND heard, not just seen.  If you’re staying the neutral route with your top add a bit of color to your wardrobe with a colored pencil skirt. Go for style when it comes to your shoes but keep them practical and of course tasteful. Wedges are a sure bet in this instance and to complete your look have a chick portfolio case on hand to carry your resume in.

The Retail Maven

No matter the job you are seeking to gain, be sure to dress the part. In working retail, it is likely that you might find yourself being a customer’s personal stylist so you’d want to show you have a style yourself. The key to this look is comfortable shoes as it is more than likely you will be on your feet often working the floor as an assistant manager or even visual merchandiser.2

Flat styled shoes are key to a chic and sophisticated look meant for a retail setting and when it comes to shoes they are as comfortable as you get. With spring just around the corner, white pants are an appropriate choice for your next career fair as they can easily lend themselves to a business setting. When it comes to your top go for color to show some bubbly personality which is important in retail but don’t go overboard. Instead of utilizing prints, don a solid color blouse with some interesting detail, such as this salmon colored top with release tucks up at the collar. Most retail stores carry some form of jewelry so it’s ok to glam up your look but, be sure to keep it low key and moderate in color.

The Class Act

If there is one rule that every girl should know when it comes to style is to “keep it classy”. There is nothing classier than the little black dress but, instead of going for Audrey Hepburn, throw some white into your wardrobe and channel your own inner classy working girl.3

The idea of this look is to look put together with little effort.  To start this look, you should go for a simple yet chic black and white blouse and pair it with something like this cardigan styled blazer. A pair of fitted black pants is a must in this wardrobe, so be sure that your pants are tailored to your body type. It will help you pull off this look even more, especially when paired with a set of stylish ballerina flats. Since you never know when you’re going to be asked to share your portfolio, always be ready with your digital portfolio on hand.

The Corporate College Girl

Though career fairs may be on your college turf, don’t be fooled to think that you can dress in your usual sweats or a nice pair of jeans. You can get your first real gig at a college career fair so you want to look sharp. It might be far from your comfort zone but you can really impress a future employer with a good dress suit.4

You don’t have to go with the mundane suit and tie when it comes to dressing the corporate part but, if you are trying to score some brownie points, start with a tailored jacket. There is nothing worse than an ill fitting jacket so be sure that it fits in all the right areas but at the same time allows for comfortable movement. Black is the go to color when it comes to suits, however; navy, gray and khaki are just as acceptable. If you can’t find a pant or skirt that comes with the jacket, go for a darker color than the suit jacket. This simple yet dark gray pencil skirt is a perfect example of how to pull the look off. Don’t forget that you have to wear something under your jacket and with spring on the cusps of winter, a sleeveless blouse is always a good consideration. Finally accessorize with a watch to make sure you’re always on time and a nice pair of low heels will have you all set and ready for the hot seat.

The Corporate College Girl with Color

If you love the Corporate College Girl look, but not so much the dull colors it sports don’t worry, colors are now becoming accepted in the professional world which means you can brighten up the hum drum attire a bit.5

The first rule when it comes to color is to keep it tame. If you want to go for a red jacket then make sure it isn’t bright, instead go for something like this wine colored suit top. For a colored suit jacket keep it neutral down below so khaki, black or even white is appropriate. Match the look with an off white blouse, watch and black heels to give you a put together and sophisticated look.

Remember, when it comes to career fairs you don’t have to sacrifice your personal style to meet corporate guidelines. If you’re hoping to impress a certain business, research that company’s culture and dress accordingly, this can get you some serious brownie points in the interview process.

 

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Why Winter Sun Protection is a Must

February 19, 2013 By Leave a Comment

For most of us, the first time we had ever been exposed to sunscreen was by our mothers slathering it all over us while she fussed about the importance of its use. sunFrom adolescence to the teenage years we rebelled one time or another and found out the hard way that too little sunscreen could turn into a painful situation.  Sunburn is a common occurrence when we fail to either use sunscreen.  We only think about sunscreen in the summer but the thing is, sunscreen isn’t just for the beach. Sure our skin can get burned by the sun but, it also can receive the same damage from the cold as well especially in seriously cold weather. Winter sunburn is something everyone should worry about.

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At Image Beauty, we’re all about helping our readers get the best of the best when it comes to their beauty regiment so of course we have some sunscreens that are perfect to combat the damage that winter chill and sun can cause. Here are a three amazing brand name favorites you can get both online and in store.

Dermalogica Redness Relief SPF 20spf20

Redness can easily lead to dryness and flaky skin so to nip it in the bud, use redness relief by Dermalogica. No matter your skin type, it’s very likely that you have experienced redness, whether it is from the sun or the cold. There is an even greater chance that this has caused some form of skin irritation afterwards. Well with Redness Relief your redness prone skin will benefit greatly from this three-in-one SPF moisturizer that not only will protect you from harmful UV rays and damaging elements, but will also help minimize flare ups.

Banana Boat Ultra Defense Sunscreen Stick

Our face is the most vulnerable place on our body when it comes to protecting it from the cold weather. bundled upThe main reason is that it is harder to cover up our faces like we do our hands and bodies.  Prolonged exposure to harsh weather can be adverse to your skin but, so can even a quick blast of frigid air. bananaboatWell whether you find your stay out in the cold prolonged or not, this sunscreen gives quick protection to your most sensitive spots. The great thing about the Ultra Defense Sunscreen Stick is that it can be worn under makeup so you don’t have to forgo beauty for the sake of winter weather protected skin.

 

palladio uv defensePalladio UV Defense Daily Moisturizer with SPF 15

In addition to your sunscreen, make sure you keep your skin moisturized. Using a dual sunscreen that works as a UV protectant and moisturizer is your best bang for a buck. Palladio UV Defense daily moisturizer is a great example of a moisturizing sun block. Even with its two in one capability the formula is light weight and non-greasy which makes it comfortable to wear all day long as well as daily use. It will protect your delegate skin from the signs of premature aging that sun damage can cause.

Share your secretes to keeping healthy skin in the winter in the comments section!

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5 Tips to Organized Beauty Supplies

February 1, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Long hair or short, lip gloss girl or full on face femme, chances are you have a host of makeup and hair supplies sitting around your house and not exactly in any particular order. makeup_messDon’t worry, we’ve all been guilty of this at one point in time but, ask yourself a question, you would not store your pants with your tops so why would you throw your hair dryer in with your stash of lipstick? When it comes to your bathroom counters and bedroom vanities you should avoid the hair rising shenanigans that your cosmetics and hair care can cause. Here are five easy and effective ways to organize your beauty and hair supplies.

Out with the Old Products

When you’re unorganized it’s pretty easy to keep things that you really don’t need or just don’t use at all. Most likely, you have a favorite makeup applicator or hair brush and there are even greater chances that they aren’t in the condition they makeup_trashuse to be in. It doesn’t have to be edible to have an expiration date which means, yes, even your makeup expires so be sure to check to see if you have any outdated cosmetics sitting around. If you do, throw them out. If you haven’t used a certain makeup in the last three to five months it is likely that you won’t again, so go ahead and toss that as well. However, if you have any makeup that you haven’t opened and don’t have the inkling to ever use it, pass it off to a fellow girlfriend. The great thing about this step is that not only does it help you sort out your beauty supplies but it also promotes good hygiene.

Same thing goes for your hair tools such as curling irons and hair dryers. If you have a curling iron or even straightening iron that has began to rust/brown around the plate due to accumulation of hair products burning, get rid of them. It isn’t always as obvious to when it’s time to throw out your hair dryer but a good sign would be the constant sound of buzzing or wavering that can be heard during use or a burning smell.

Storing Your Beauty Supplies

dryer_straightProviding storage for your things is a key step to getting organized and staying organized. Designate a drawer for your stick products that can include eye liner, lip liner, mascara, eye brow pencil and lipstick. Invest in a vanity set that can be used separately from your mirror that you can hang on your wall that is designated for just hair supplies. Drawers and stands for makeup will help eliminate clutter and free up much needed counter space. Get creative with this step as it can easily be made into a DIY project. Use a salt and pepper shaker to hold things such as bobby pins and hair clips or get a plastic shoe rack to hang over your door. This is a great place to put large hair supplies that might not fit in the vanity such as hair spray and shampoo bottles.

Categorize Your Beauty Supplies

With use of storage and labeling, categorizing your belongings will help you manage your cosmetics accordingly. We’ve all accidentally ruined one thing or another by makeup_clusterdoing something like not completely closing the lid of our fingernail polish remover causing it to leak out into our eye makeup that happened to be in the same drawer. Well no more. It’s time to start categorizing your beauty care to keep these things from happening. Loose powders can easily cause a mess and when you’re trying to get organized a mess is the last thing that you want.

When storing your makeup, make an effort to put like products together. Not only does this keep the little accidents from happening but it also helps you keep track of what you have and know exactly where it goes.

Stash By Use

Most people have a favorite lipstick, eyeliner or evencoverups hair spray that they use practically every day and are their go to for any time of day. If this sounds like you then it makes little sense in rifling through all your things and creating a mess when you know exactly what you want.

Create a special container, preferably something that is easy to access and visible and put all your daily use things here such as straightening iron (my Babyliss Pro is always in need), blush and mascara. Every once in a while you might find yourself in a rush so, having a go-to stash would be beneficial because whenever push comes to shove you can always grab the entire display and jump in the car. All your essentials are with you and you didn’t have to rifle through drawers and cabinets to find that comb that works magic on your bed head.

Condense What You Have

Condensing your beauty and hair supplies may sound similar to the out with the old trick, but with condensing you take it a storganized_makeupsep further. Instead of throwing things away, you are simply swapping out larger sizes for small and turning the half empty glass into a fuller one. For example, if you have half a bottle of shampoo sitting around, transfer the contents into a smaller bottle. Same can be done with perfume, finger nail polish remover and even liquid foundation.

Though this works with a lot of items, you might find that you have some things that are just hard to minimize such as hair sprays, curling irons and hair dryers. Bigger may be better but try investing in travel sized bottles of hairspray, folding curling irons and small sized hair dryers. Turning your hair and beauty products into travel sized options is a great way to maximize your counter space and minimize your product size.

You don’t have to let a life of beauty run your life and overrun your bathroom counter. Simplifying your beauty and hair supplies can be a daunting task but it only takes five easy steps for you to get organized. Try them out and see the results, I’m sure you’ll be satisfied.

 What are your Beauty Supply organization secrets?

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Foundation Questions Are Answered!

December 26, 2012 By Leave a Comment

What are ways to find the right foundation for specific skin types?

For dry skin, you will want a moisturizing liquid foundation that has a slight dewy texture as to add a healthy glow. Additionally, products with SPF will help to nourish and protect your skin from the drying effects of the sun. For greasy skin, choose to use a powder that naturally soaks up oil and has a matte texture that is meant specifically for oily skin and use non-oil based liquids to cover blemishes. For those with combination skin, use an oil-free cream foundation all over to create an even look and then apply a translucent powder to those areas with a little extra shine.

How do I prevent my foundation from sliding off when I sweat?

To prevent your foundation from streaking on those hot days, look for products that do not contain wax, emollients or oil that will melt and slide about. Instead, sport foundation that has silicone, an ingredient that holds up well against heat and liquid. Another avenue is to choose tinted moisturizers, as it is absorbed by the skin and, because the pigmentation is faint, any unevenness or streaking will be less noticeable. Consider carrying around blotting sheets, a handy tool that quickly absorbs oil from the skin’s surface. Furthermore, avoid substances that make you sweat, like caffeine and nicotine.

What is the most effective way to apply liquid foundation?

Foundation is generally applied three different ways – with a finger, brush or sponge. Each present their own benefits so there is no singular winner, but rather elements that address individual preferences. Applying foundation with a finger heats the product which allows for easier blending and more controlled application. On the other hand, a brush enables a more even look. Sponges are ideal for those who want a lighter layer as the sponge absorbs much of the foundation and allows for lighter usage.

How to Best Use Both Foundation and Concealers?

When using both foundation and concealer, it is best to use products from the same brand so they can seamlessly mix with one another. Additionally, match consistencies with one another so they easily blend – powder should be joined by powder, liquid with liquid, etc. Though this is not a set rule, generally speaking, concealer should be applied after foundation. Furthermore, slect a shade of cover-up that is slightly lighter than your skin tone as most blemishes are darker in tone.

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How to Transition a Smoky Eye from Day to Night

September 19, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Smoky eyes . . . they’re sexy, flirty and edgy. I believe that every woman owes it to herself to try it at least once. Good news is, the smoky-eye-look can be styled to be “classy and ladylike,” and then easily modified to “a sexy, late night” appearance. Last night at work, I did just that with my makeup. At the beginning of my shift at the restaurant, there were lots of families and so I wore simple makeup. However, as the night progressed into more of a party atmosphere, so did my personal look. An adaptable smoky eye is easy to achieve with a few simple tricks.

Last night, I used Too Faced MoonBeam Baked Eye Shadow and was very impressed. It lasted all throughout an eleven hour shift, was super blend-able and it had just the right amount of sparkle to make it look sassy instead of trashy.

To start off the day, I used another light green eyeshadow on my whole eyelid and blended it into the lid. I then lightly applied Moon Beam Baked Eye Shadow on my crease. The goal was to achieve a subtle tint instead of bold, statement making color, so I only pressed down slightly. Feel free to add a single coat of mascara, but avoid using eyeliner for now.

To smoothly transition this look to night, slightly wet the tip of your brush and then apply the same eye shadow to the area above your lash line, using slightly more pressure than before. Don’t worry about being precise, as you will next use a smudge brush and blend it into the lid. While the subtle green shade was suitable for a daytime affair, darker shades are needed to obtain a sexier eye.

Next, line your lower lash line using the same eye shadow; utilize the thicker part of the thin brush on the outer half of your lower lid, and then switch to using the brush’s tip as you approach the inner corners. To add extra oomph, use a dry brush to add another layer of the eye shadow to your outer crease, though I found such a step unnecessary with the baked eye shadow. Apply another coat of mascara and you’re ready to rock & roll!

 

 

 

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