The summertime is supposed to be easy and relaxing. The only problem is, after nine months locked in your house during the winter, you actually want to go out. Plans come up and you are going to want to jump at the chance, whether you are ready or not. Here are some simple beauty tips to help you look like you’re on the top of your game, even if you’ve been hoboing it.
Invest In That Bikini Wax
I’m sorry. It actually hurts me to say that to you. There honestly IS a method to my madness. Say you’ve been running around all day and have been busy. Then that cute boy you’ve been lusting after invites you to go to the beach. You run out the door without realizing you haven’t shaved for two months until you’re in your bikini and he thinks there is a tarantula crawling out of your bottoms. Not. Good. If you just sucked it up and had a bikini wax done, you wouldn’t want to bury yourself in a sand hole and wait for the tide to come in.
DISCLAIMER: Note that I said to GO and get it done. This is not great to try at home. I did once and I will never, ever, ever, ever, ever, do it again. Ever. Let’s just say I used self hardening wax and if you put it too “low” on certain female parts it doesn’t harden that well because of the heat from your body. So after trying to scrub it off in the shower using a purple wash cloth (of course) I had purple washcloth fuzzies where one should never have purple washcloth fuzzies.
Throw On A Summery Color
So what if you didn’t have time to do your usual makeup routine. You can easily fake it ’till you make it if you throw a nice, bright color on. I know what you’re thinking “Steph, uuuuum if I look like a bag of shit, throwing an orange top on is just going to make me look like a bag of shit in an orange top”. Let me tell you, you’re wrong. A bright color will draw the eye down and brighten your face. This paired with a smile with convince everyone you come across that you put a bit of effort in. However, stick to one bright. Unless you are doing your best impression of a tropical bird.
Carry Boy Shorts In Your Bag Or Car
There is nothing worse than leaving your house in a cute and flowy sundress when a gust of wind hits. You could end up playing the low rent version of Marilyn Monroe in front of a group of school children (let’s be serious, she was being paid when her skirt went up. You’re on the street giving it away for free). If there wasn’t even a breeze when you left the house and all of a sudden you’re in the middle of a hurricane, pull those boy shorts on.
Invest In A White Tee
A white tee can be paired with cut offs for a day at the beach and can easily transition into date night paired with jeans and a pair of wedges later. By the way, if this happens for you, you need to tell me what beach you’re going to. The only thing I’ve ever picked up at the beach was a hamburger from the concession stand. Anyhow, a white tee can literally take you anywhere you need to go. Just as long as you throw a couple of accessories on, you’ll be ready. Oh, and if it was good enough for James Dean then its good enough for me.
Make Your Own Cutoffs………….That Fit
When you make your own cutoffs, remember this rule: start long! Start cutting at about three inches above the knee. If you want them higher, you can place marks with a crayon or some chalk and then keep on cutting. Try them on in between every time you pick up those scissors. And if you are inching towards crotch territory, simply roll them to get them to the length you want and to even them out. There are lot’s of don’ts when it comes to cutoffs. When they come out looking like underpants it isn’t a good situation. Also, when did wearing them undone come into play? I’m sure you’ve seen this. Where the fly and top button are left undone and you’re just wandering around. I think this is supposed to be “sexy”. Well lock up your men everyone, because I must be a real bombshell at Thanksgiving when I’ve eaten too much and I have to undo my top button so it doesn’t fly off and take someone’s eye out. If you feel like you’re thinner with your shorts undone, just buy different shorts.
Mess Up Your Hair
You don’t need to worry about perfect hair in the summer. This is going to be the only season where no one will question you about that messy bun or braid. It’s hot, it’s sticky, and the hair industry has actually made millions from selling products that make your hair look like you’ve been swimming in the ocean. Do whatever works for you. If it takes more than a can of hairspray to hold, then its just going to fall or get frizzy from the heat anyway. So don’t even bother. That’s an hour you could have spent standing in front of the air conditioner that you’ll never get back.
Grab Some Bronzer
If you have to be out the door in three minutes, then forget all the rest of your makeup. Grab your bronzer. By simply sweeping some on you will instantly look more awake and put together. When applying, make a three on your face from your temple to yours cheek to your chin. Make sure to give a quick blend with your fingers and away you go.
Invest In Some Good Sunglasses
You can actually convince people that you’re fashionable if you have a great pair of sunglasses. They don’t have to know that you have them on because you still have flaking and gross eye makeup on from three days ago. You get sunglasses that are dark enough and they don’t have to know either. They won’t be able to see through those suckers at all. Which is why I wear them whenever I leave my house…….sunglasses hide my shame. Feel free to carry this through the fall and winter as well. I sure as hell do.
Take It Easy
You have had all winter to play with scarves and sweaters and jackets and layers. This is the only time of the year where you can wear all of your thin little tops and skirts (without three pairs of leggings under them with your Sorels). Go out and have fun. A bare face in the summertime is a beautiful thing. I love seeing freckles and natural makeup. Mixed with undone hair, it is the exact reason why I look forward to summer every year. I like the laid back nature of it all. Plus there is nothing sexy about sticky hair and makeup melting and pooling at breast level. Most importantly, when you’re out having fun, you won’t give a shit if you don’t have eyeliner on.
When I have plans in the summer, I have a go to style that works for me every time. Jeans, a floaty top, wedges, and because I’m me, about thirty rings and bracelets lol. You don’t have to go that route. I’m just trying to say that throwing on a simple tee with jeans can leave a good impression, and it only took two minutes. It’s summertime, put on what feels good and go outside and enjoy the weather…..before winter hits again.
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