Hey Fash loves!
So if you haven’t noticed before, there is a page towards the top of my blog entitled ‘Ask Michelle which serves as a way for my readers to ask me any questions they would like in regards to fashion, beauty, style, etc. I got a few questions from you all that I would like to answer, so that’s exactly what I will be doing! Every week I would like to respond to one question by giving my honest opinion as to how I personally would handle each situation or just give good ol’ advice.
This weeks’ Ask Michelle topic will be about looking your best with little to no time. So I’ll get straight to it:
I know personally there are times when I want to sleep in until the last possible minute, I mean who loves getting out of bed in the morning anyways? While I enjoy doing so, what I don’t enjoy is having to rush getting ready and have that reflect through my looks. If many of you can relate to this then here are a few solutions!
1. Problem: Not enough time to choose a worthy outfit
In my opinion one of most time consuming things in the morning is choosing your outfit for the day. You may be faced with a large closet which can be overwhelming especially when you are pressed for time. Outfits might not work the way you want them to the morning of and personally I am the most indecisive when I am in a rush. The closet below is actually mine and is only half of it!
Solution: Plan your outfits the night before (or in far in advance)
Instead of just opting for sweats and a T-shirt, the perfect way to minimize time in the mornings is choosing your outfit the night before. Deciding the night before gives you time to actually visualize which outfit would best suit your adventures for the day. Below you’ll see an example of an outfit I picked out from my closet in advance. If you want to be really fancy, you could even plan your outfits for the week! You could lay them out on the bed and snap a picture, jot them down in your notes, or just keep a mental image of what will be worn and you’re good to go.
2. Problem: Make up application can get a little time consuming
Lets be honest, not all of us wake up ‘flawless’ as Beyonce would say. The touch of concealer and sweep of blush is sometimes definitely needed! For some ladies make-up application can get a bit time consuming because they feel as if a full face is always the way to go. Personally I feel that isn’t the case.
Solution: To avoid being in your bathroom for too long, apply the most make up in the allotted time that you have. Save the less time consuming portion for a little later. A few examples of the less time consuming portion are lipstick, mascara, and powder. All you have to do is place these items in a small make-up bag like you see below; which is perfect because it is easy to slip in your purse. Once you get to your destination you can complete the process by going to the bathroom (a stall that has a mirror is great!) and quickly adding the finishing touches. Another great idea is making sure that you have on bronzer. It adds a natural glow to your face and will brighten up your skin.
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Kourtney Moore says
Great tips, lady! I always feel like I'm rushing around at the last minute… ugh, stress! <3
Michelle Almonor says
I'm glad you enjoyed the tips! Hope they help ease the stress in the morning!
Nicola says
Love the bun and great tips love x http://www.wildhormoans.com
Michelle Almonor says
Thanks girl! I'm glad you enjoyed the tips
Midnight Cowgirl says
Planning outfits the night before is a great idea! I like to do that when I have an early morning 🙂
Michelle Almonor says
It definitely is! Doing it when you have an early morning is even better!
Anastasia says
Great tips! I always plan my outfits the night before, even if it's only in my mind, and it saves tons for time.
Anastasia says
Great tips! I always plan my outfits the night before, even if it's only in my mind, and it saves tons for time.
Michelle Almonor says
Thanks! It makes everything go so smoothly in the morning and only takes like 5 minutes the night before.