by Shai Thompson, House of Lily Koi –
May’s Style Tip:
Buy yourself a fresh new lipstick that is perfect for this season’s colour. Try on bold colours and lighter tones to give you a total lift. Here is the rule: dark eyes/light lips or light lips/dark smoky eyes. Or rock the hip trend of the ’80s and break the rules … I’m talking about my generation!
Q: I’ve just put my winter coat away. Now what?
This question depends on lifestyle. For the fashionista, a killer wrap or poncho that is on trend will rock your wardrobe. For the casual lifestyle, layering is your friend with light fabrics like cashmere and Marino wool. For the corporate person, a classic trench coat goes well with a suit or a pair of jeans.
Q: I’ve just turned 50 and all of a sudden I have hair on my chin! What is the best way to remove it?
I keep telling my nieces that pain is beauty, so I will say this to you about the hair on your chinny chin chin: pain is beauty! If you wax it, sugar it or thread it, it hurts. If you choose to cop out and shave it, you will develop a mustache. Hello Movember! A great investment is Tweezerman brand tweezers and a mirror that magnifies … the big eye. Keep on top of it; don’t be a billy goat girls.
Q: What do you suggest packing for carry on?
First of all, invest in an easy to carry/roll suitcase that is lightweight. The foundation is what you wear on your flight. For example: if you are travelling on business, wear a suit on the plane that can transfer into an evening look with a classic white shirt. A current pair of jeans will take you into the day and evening with your white shirt and blazer from your suit. Include a packable dress for women and a packable coat too. Add two scarves – these will mix well with your denim and suit, one pair of flats and a pair of heels. Keep your clothing neutral and brighten up your look with accessories.
Q: What do you suggest for tanning?
Don’t! Gone are the days of baby oil and tin foil wrapped cardboard held under your chin to fry your face. We know better now. I love the spray-on tan. It is a quick route to a glow we so need here on the West Coast. Tanning beds do have their place: not only for a darker pigment, but also for sun health.
Q: Help! I love denim but I don’t know how to rock it. And how do I know what shoes “go” with jeans? The best way to try on denim to match the shoe is to bring the shoes to the store. When we are trying to pair anything in our wardrobe, the rule of thumb is to bring the item with you while you shop. I will encourage you to buy three pairs of jeans and three different styles of shoes. For the shoes: flats, evening strappy and block-heeled open toe sandal. For the jeans: high rise boot cut, skinny (I love white for summer) and boyfriend cut.
