The Pants Dance

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I did the pants dance the other day. You know, the one where you shimmy your pants on, squat down to stretch out your waste band, lie on your bed and pull your legs to your chest to make sure you can actually walk in your tight, skinny jeans. Yep, I did it. It's just once of those tighter seasons - haven't exercised in awhile, eating too many snacks, drinking too many lattes...Just enough slacking so that my pants are tighter than normal. Every person goes through this. I'm sure our dances all look different, but mine usually have a shimmy and squat built into every one. So, what do you do when your pants feel uncomfortable, you feel down about your body and you seriously are stuck as to what to wear?...For me, I wear dresses.

A-line dresses usually come in at the smallest part of your waste and give your bottom half some room. Dresses also make me feel very feminine and pretty. Maxi dresses can be another option for some. I can't wear then because I have a larger bust, and they tend to make me look preggo. But foor those that don't have my body type, I would definitely recommend them.

Skirts are a runner up in this department. Often times the trouble with skirts is what to wear on top, and if your stomach is the problem they can quickly accent it. However, if you're a fan wearing skirts a long, bohemian one or an a-line one can help shield your thighs and butt.

Of course, the true solution is to do something about it, but you have to wear something in the meantime, right? So, wear something that's going to make you feel feminine and give you a chance to wear your new wedges.

 

TukeeAZ April Article - Color

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I had another opportunity to contribute to TukeeAZ, and chose to talk about color. Maybe white pants are the biggest fashion risk for you right now, but this article explains why color is important this season and how you can start embracing it.

You can view the online version of the magazine and read the article by clicking here.

If you live in Ahwatukee, AZ, you can pick up the April issue at the local AJ's Fine Foods, Hillside Spot or on your front porch.

The Haven

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I hope you have heard about the awesome jewelry line 31 Bits, but if you haven't heard about it I'm super excited to be the first to share it with you because this jewelry is not only beautiful, it's helping women have a future.

The purpose of this jewelry line is to, "USE FASHION AND DESIGN TO EMPOWER WOMEN TO RISE ABOVE POVERTY." Um...need I say more!?

It was started by a group of young women that met in college, and visited Uganda. They began buying jewelry from six women in Uganda, and have since grown to 63 jewelry makers. Not only is this supporting the women in Uganda financially, but 31 Bits also provides English lessons, finance training, counseling/community groups, AIDS and health education, and vocational training. You can read more about how they help the women of Uganda here.

They have a BRAND new line coming out ON MONDAY called, "The Haven," and my very good friend Promise Tangeman is the model for the campaign.

Check out the SUPER cute teaser video, and make sure to visit 31 Bits on Monday to shop the new line!

"The Haven" - behind the scenes from 31 Bits on Vimeo.

 

Ann He

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Ann He is a photographer that I have been very inspired by lately. It's not just because her photos are GORGEOUS, but because she is only 16 years old and the professionalism, talent and beauty that comes through her work just floors me. Regardless of her age, I am an admirer, but the fact she is so young makes me respect her all of the more. I'm exactly 10 years older than she, and I hope that my future work shows just as much spirit and beauty as hers. Who knows, maybe one day I'll get the opportunity to style alongside her. :)

Here are some of my favorites of hers, especially the one directly below. The combination of minimalism, color, light and posing is perfection in my mind.