First, I never would have bought this dress if Suzanne and Patti hadn't given me the courage to try it on in a store dressing-room. The dress doesn't stretch so buying it without a try would have been too risky. What a pleasant surprise in the dressing-room when I discovered it fits!
Second, I realize that lately I've been lazy with my makeup. Makeup is usually the last thing I do for a photoshoot and, by that time, I'm tired. I tend to slap on the minimum and get going. But my face deserves -- and needs -- better than that. To transform my masculine features into feminine ones takes work. I should do that work. I know I should. Hey, I'm talking to myself here... :-)
Thoughts?
Gorgeous and glam---luv the hair and sunnies :)
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy you bought this, "Liza Minnelli" dress as you nicknamed it.
ReplyDeleteThe extra effort on the makeup does pay off. I find the same for myself. I really don't like to go through the hassle of putting on makeup but it makes such a huge difference in the end.
Your joy of showing your authentic self shines through in the sequins on this dress.
bisous
Suzanne
Thank you, Suzanne. You get the credit for this.
DeleteI completely and utterly LOVE this dress on you, Ally! You are a lovely glamourpuss in it!
ReplyDeleteMake-up is part of my self-care. When I'm tired I don't bother. When I go to work, it's part of my work routine. But doing my make-up for ME, for a special occasion or just because I need a lift or to feel better about myself, is part of taking care of myself. It's like shaving my legs or plucking my eyebrows or getting a haircut.
I look at make-up as doing a painting. I'm putting on a base coat, accentuating and creating shadows, adding highlights and lowlights, and generally just bringing out the best in my features. I splurge and buy good quality make-up (mostly by MAC, because it's a Canadian company and is ethical, and also funky!) and I buy new brushes for applying it every few years. Brushes are what really elevate make-up from a chore to an art for me!
Anyway (/ramble), you look gorgeous, sweetheart. Hugs.
That's a good attitude, Sheila. I believe if I could wear makeup in public, I'd be more serious and diligent about it. I need to remind myself that it's important even if I can't do that.
DeleteIt's Lovely and you did a smashing job with the make-up! I so suck at doing make-up, my Grandson does it better than I, once he becomes a well known Cosmetologist and after I put him thru Cosmetology School I told him he shall have to do my make-up and hair forever and ever... winks.
ReplyDeleteCan he visit and do mine?!
Deleteyour make up is AMAZING,
ReplyDeleteyou definetly have Talent. It gives you such an natural and yet glam-glow. Lovely.
And I really adore the Dress, the perfect one for every classy Event. yYou look amazing.
with love your AMELY ROSE
Thank you, Amely.
DeleteI think it suits you extremely well Ally!
ReplyDeleteDanke!
DeleteThat dress is so pretty!!!! Love the sparkles :) And makeup takes work and SO much practice... you'll get there (I say this though I very rarely wear any myself... though the other day, I made the effort to put on some mascara. Sometimes that's all that's needed!).
ReplyDeleteXOXO
Great job on makeup and I love that cocktail dress. It fits great and looks wonderful.
ReplyDeleteI do however understand and appreciate our shared feeling of being 'all dressed up with nowhere to go'.
I must confess that you have inspired me to do my makeup this morning. I have taken the day off from work and have a doctor's appointment this morning but I did get up and do my makeup and I do sit here in a wig, heels and a flower print dress. I do need to change to go to the doctor which is sad.
It is always a case of finding a way to shoehorn in a dressing session whenever we can.
Pat
Yay! Good for you, Pat. I share your sadness at feeling stunted in our activities. I manage that by contenting myself with the most that I can do -- and hope things improve in the future. My wishes to you for the same.
DeleteHOTTIE ALERT!! My goodness do you look amazing in this dress! It is beautiful. I love anything that sparkles! And I think you might do a better makeup job than I do. I am such a minimalist with my makeup.
ReplyDeleteAw, Beth, you don't need makeup -- you're beautiful the way you are!
DeleteYou look awesome in your little black Liza Minelli number ... Just missing the fedora!
ReplyDeleteYour make-up looks lovely ... I have to wear make up most of the time otherwise I scare little children! LOL!!!! I am OK at it but do it out of necessity not because I want to.
A fedora! And I actually have one! You've put a great idea in my head, Lynn. Thanks!
DeleteI am sooooo glad you tried it on because WOW you look fabulous in this dress woman! I think its become one of my faves !
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteI'm so glad Suzanne made you try on that dress, as it is utterly divine on you! Your make-up is great too, that lilac eye shadow really makes your eyes sparkle!
ReplyDeleteDanke!
DeleteI love your dress. The glasses are so cute too.
ReplyDeleteI'm all about the sequins!
ReplyDeleteI feel like these photos should be titled "A Sequins of Events" hehe. :) Beautiful dress.
ReplyDeleteGreat pun!
DeleteThat's a great dress and I love the accessories you paired with it. You look fabulous!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Lecy.
DeleteI had to come back to see if my comment came through and it looks like it didn't - my apologies if this is a duplicate! I have to say that I adore this entire outfit top to bottom. The sequins and all. I love LOVE purple so the eye shadow is on point! I am never bold enough to wear pink on my lips. One day though I will! I think you look absolutely lovely! Glam but not over the top!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Kimberly! Feedback like yours gives me courage -- and that's invaluable.
DeleteYour dress and shoes are stunning! Your make up goes so well with the outfit. You look great!
ReplyDeleteI am glad your were pushed into buying that dress.!, it is gorgeous on you and it is a forever dress, too, if I may say so .
ReplyDeleteI like your make up here! So yes you were talking to yourself , which is something I do daily...
Xx, Elle
http://www.theellediaries.com/
Fabulous and Fifty Nine! Full stop!
ReplyDeleteI feel you about make up. I think if you don't really fid your strong point it gets harder. However the makeup you are wearing here is lovely! I don't know if you should do more with a makeup (I mean for casual situatuation, you know). And you do look feminine here, Ally! There is something in you tender soft face telling me you are a female, you don't have to work for it, you have it! It's just need a little more shine to highlight tops.
ReplyDeleteThe dress is lovely! it's perfect fit. I think what you really should work under is trying out clothes more often before buying.
Have a fab weekend and don't worry about stupid numbers!
Thanks, Lyosha. I accept what I have, and don't have, in terms of femininity. Can't change a lifetime of hormones and male development...
DeleteAwesome. You have improved your make up game by leaps and bounds. And that dress ump! Super chic
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