| How to Dress for a Tea Party Posted: 16 Nov 2021 08:00 AM PST A tea party is a fantastic reason to get dressed up! If you've been invited to take tea, your invitation will probably say whether it's a formal or semi-formal event so you'll have some idea of what to wear. There are lots of stylish options that will make you feel comfortable while you look your best. [Edit]Keep your outfit modest. - Save your plunging necklines and daring styles for another event. Tea parties are traditionally somewhat conservative when it comes to the wardrobe. You don't want to show too much skin, so wear a skirt or dress with a knee-length or longer hemline. Choose an outfit with a modest hemline, too.[1]
- A button-down sweater or cardigan is a great way to add a little coverage if your dress or top has a low neckline.
[Edit]Wear a bright-colored dress. - A vibrant, colorful dress is a tea party classic. Dresses and tea parties are a timeless combination. Any kind of semi-formal, colorful dress will work. Leave your little black dress in your closet for this occasion—black clothes of any kind aren't usually appropriate for a tea party.[2]
[Edit]Choose a skirt and flowy blouse. - Pair a skirt with a blouse for a sweet, comfortable look. This is a great example of a semi-casual outfit that works really well for tea parties. Choose a skirt that's at least knee-length—like a snug-fitting pencil skirt or flared full skirt. Then, wear a top that you can tuck into the skirt so your outfit looks polished.[3]
- For example, wear a blouse with billowy sleeves and tuck it into a colorful pencil skirt. Finish the look with kitten heels or sandals.
- To make a retro tea party outfit, wear a short-sleeved shirt with a cashmere cardigan and a full skirt.
[Edit]Pick out clothes with soft colors or floral patterns. - Reach for pale colors, fun patterns, or clothing with ruffles. Instead of dressing in bold patterns or edgy prints, choose soft, timeless looks. You might find a tea-length dress with a pale blue polka dot pattern, a light pink dress with a ruffled hem, or a soft plaid suit, for instance.[4]
- In general, skip the color black for a tea party, which can look way too formal or serious. Remember, you want light, bright, fun colors!
- Choose light, flowy dresses made from cotton, linen, or a synthetic blend for spring and summer teas. Save heavier dresses made with velvet, chenille, or tweed for cool weather teas.
[Edit]Layer your outfit with a cardigan or vest. - Soften your tea party look by putting a cardigan on over your dress or shirt. Not only does a cardigan, button-down sweater, or vest add a little warmth, it can also add a nice pop of color. If you're wearing a white dress or shirt, for instance, throw on a soft rose or pale green sweater.[5]
- For something a little more masculine, wear a pale sweater vest over a collared shirt. To add a little interest, pick something with a pattern like argyle print.
[Edit]Style tailored pants with a blouse or collared shirt. - Opt for stylish pants to create a comfortable tea time look. Dress pants or slacks are totally fine for men or women to wear as long as they're tailored to fit you perfectly. Wear a stylish blouse or shirt with the pants and consider throwing on a light blazer to make your outfit look really put together.[6]
- For example, you could wear navy slacks with a crisp, white or pale blue collared shirt, and leather shoes. To give the look a more feminine feel, choose a blouse with a floral print and choose kitten-heeled shoes.
- Skip the jeans, shorts, and T-shirts since these are way too casual for most tea parties.
[Edit]Pair your semi-casual outfit with open-toed sandals or flats. - Comfortable sandals, flats, or boat shoes are great for semi-casual outfits. Open-toed shoes are perfect for most garden teas, although you could reach for casual flats. Match a comfortable style of shoe with your look—boat shoes work well with slacks while you can find sandals that work with any dress or skirt.[7]
- Avoid wearing sneakers or flip-flops to a tea party since these are a little too informal.
[Edit]Wear closed-toed shoes with a more formal tea party outfit. - Dress up your look with stylish closed-toed shoes like heels or mary janes. For a more formal tea party, feel free to reach for heels—just skip stilettos and choose something with a stacked style so it's a little more conservative. If you're wearing slacks, wear nice leather shoes, pointed ballet flats, or leather Mary Janes, for instance.[8]
- Not sure which shoes to wear? Try pairing brogues with a tailored suit or wear wedges with a flowy maxi dress.
[Edit]Choose a hat that reflects your personal style. - Look for an elegant hat or fascinator that matches your outfit. Since there aren't rules about what type of hat you should wear, the sky's the limit! Go for a big, floppy hat if you're attending a garden tea party, for instance, or pick a small, artsy fascinator for an intimate tea party.[9]
- If you'd like to complete a masculine outfit, pop on a fedora to give it a sharp style.
- Hats are usually optional at a tea party, but it's a good idea to check the invitation for a specific dress code.
[Edit]Add gloves for a formal tea party. - If you're wearing an elegant dress, finish the look with long gloves. Save the short gloves for more casual events.[10]
- Gloves aren't required at tea parties, but wearing gloves with lots of lace accents or small bows can make you look even more dolled up.
- While you don't need to remove your hat during tea, it is good manners to remove your gloves before the tea service begins.
[Edit]Complete your outfit with jewelry. - Choose simple, elegant accessories that don't overwhelm your outfit. Accentuate your outfit without going overboard—pick one statement jewelry piece like a cocktail ring, classic watch, or a sparkly brooch, but keep the rest of your jewelry simple. If you're wearing a suit, reach for classic cuff links.[11]
- For example, if you're wearing a simple tea-length dress with sandals, classic pearl stud earrings are perfect. If you're dressing up for a more formal tea, you might wear diamond studs and a simple gold necklace.
- Dressing up for a children's tea party? Break out the tiaras, feather boas, and long strands of beaded necklaces!
- Bring along a blazer or shawl if the weather is cool. The blazer is great for dressing up a pair of trousers while a shawl works with skirts or dresses.
- Find out if the tea party has a theme. It may be inspired by a book, movie, or style that can help you plan your outfit.
- A bow tie is a fun accessory if you're wearing a suit at a more formal tea.
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| How to Get Curly Ringlets Naturally Posted: 16 Nov 2021 12:00 AM PST Bouncy ringlets are gorgeous and you can achieve them whether you were born with straight, wavy, or curly hair. To help you get the springy curls you're dreaming of, we've put together this useful list of tips and tricks for you to try out. We'll walk you through multiple options for creating bouncy ringlets without using chemicals and you can experiment with the techniques that interest you the most! [Edit]Try foam rollers for no-heat curls. - Foam rollers can transform straight hair into ringlets overnight. Start by dividing your hair into 4 equal sections: front, back, and sides. Clip the sides and back sections out of the way and grab a section of damp, clean hair at your front hair line. Place the roller at the ends of your hair, loop the hair around the roller, and roll upward until you reach your scalp. Snap the roller's attachment piece in place, move to the the next section of hair, and repeat.[1]
- Once you finish the front, do the sides and back. Wrap a scarf around your head and let your hair air-dry overnight.[2]
- For tight spiral curls, loop your hair around the rollers vertically. For soft, loose curls, place the rollers horizontally.
- Foam rollers come in different sizes. For tight, bouncy curls, use rollers. If your set has assorted sizes, that's awesome! Use the smallest rollers around your face and bigger ones for the back/sides.
- Sectioning makes your hair easier to work with and helps curls lay naturally once you remove the rollers.
[Edit]Wrap damp hair around a headband. - Use a stretchy cloth headband for this technique. Slip the headband over your head, pull the front part up over your face, and position it just beyond your front hair line. Tuck the sides of the headband behind your ears. Then, starting in the front, take a section of damp hair and loop it up and around the headband multiple times until you get to the ends. Tuck the loose ends under the headband, move to the next section of hair, and repeat the process.[3]
- When you're done, let your hair air-dry before unwinding it and separate the curls with your fingers.
- This technique creates loose ringlets rather than tight curls. It works on all hair types, including straight hair!
[Edit]Braid damp hair before you go to sleep. - The tighter you make your braids, the tighter your curls will be. Divide damp hair into 4 sections (front, back, and sides), apply curl cream from root to tip, and braid each section down to the ends as you normally would. If the braids won't stay in place on their own, loosely secure the ends with a hair elastic.[4]
- When you wake up in the morning, unravel your braids and style your curls!
- If you want tight curls that start closer to your scalp, use French braids instead.
- Apply a little curl cream to define your curls as you're styling them.[5]
[Edit]Give sock curls a try. - You'll need 6-8 clean socks for this technique. Comb through clean, damp hair and divide it into 6-8 even sections, clipping all of them out of the way except 1. Hold a sock vertically next to the first section of hair so their lengths are lined up. Wind the hair around the middle of the sock in a vertical spiral until it's completely wrapped. Then, tie the ends of the sock together against your scalp to hold everything in place. Do the same thing for the remaining sections.[6]
- When your hair is dry, untie/unroll the socks and finger-comb your bouncy curls.
- The tighter you roll your hair around the sock, the tighter your ringlets will be.
- If you need to speed this up, use a blow dryer to dry each section of hair.
[Edit]Twist damp hair and let it air-dry. - Twisting is a super easy way to get bouncy, heat-free curls. Comb out damp hair, apply curling cream from root to tip, and divide it into 2 equal sections (or more for tighter curls). Spray sea salt spray on the first section of hair and start twisting it away from your face. When you get to the ends, pull the twist up and clip it against the crown of your head. Then, twist the ends sticking out of the clip and bobby pin them to your scalp. Do the same for the remaining sections and let your hair air-dry.[7]
- The tighter the twists, the tighter the curls.
[Edit]Try the T-shirt halo technique. - This technique works for all hair types including straight hair! Grab an old T-shirt, twist it until it looks like a rope, and tie the ends together with a hair elastic. Place the "halo" on your head like a crown. Starting in the front, grab a section of clean, damp hair and loop it up and around the T-shirt multiple times until you get to the ends. Tuck the loose ends under the T-shirt and continue the process for the rest of your hair.[8]
- When your hair is completely dry, unwind it and separate your curls with your fingers.
- For tight spirals, use sections of hair. For big, loose ringlets, go for or larger.
[Edit]Pin curl damp hair and let it air-dry. - Pin curling is a classic way to get vintage-style curls. Start with clean, damp hair. Comb through your hair to remove any tangles and, starting in the front, gather a section. Wrap the ends around your index and middle fingers to get the loop started, then roll the loop all the way to your scalp. Pin the loop in place against your scalp. Then, grab the next section of hair and repeat.[9]
- Once you've pinned all of your hair, let it air-dry completely before you remove the pins.
- This works for any hair type, including straight hair. It's also a great option if you have shorter hair!
[Edit]Use a diffuser to create tight curls fast. - Start with clean, damp hair. Flip your head over and scrunch some curl-enhancing styling gel into the lengths. Then, cup the ends of your hair in the diffuser and push the diffuser up to your roots. Hold it there about 5 seconds, release, and scrunch your hair a few times with your hand. Continue diffusing using the same technique until your hair is dry.[10]
- Diffusing is one of the best ways to get springy ringlets in minutes, especially if you already have some natural wave to your hair.
- Stick with your blow dryer's lowest heat setting to prevent damage.[11]
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| How to Make Your House Look Luxurious on a Tight Budget Posted: 15 Nov 2021 04:00 PM PST We use our homes to help distinguish ourselves from others and show off our personal style. If you feel like it's time to give your home's interior design a makeover, but you don't want to invest a whole lot of money, don't worry! There are plenty of ways to give your home a luxurious upgrade without a high price tag. Try some of the tips on this list to get started! [Edit]Mix textures. - Using different textures gives a space a polished, professional look. If you have a leather sofa, add some fluffy or quilted cushions or blankets to it to balance out the smoothness of the leather. If you have a wooden entertainment center, add some metal accessories and books to it to make it more interesting and textured.[1]
- Try to avoid combining things with the same finishes or textures. For example, if you have a metal coffee table, put a wooden bowl on it instead of a metal bowl.
[Edit]Put a large rug in your living room. - A rug ties all your furniture together and makes the room look bigger. Choose a rug that occupies most of the middle of the room. Lay it down in the center of the room so that at least 2 legs of your couch or chairs are on it.[2]
- You can use a rug with a bold color or pattern as a statement piece in a room with lots of neutral colors and patterns.
[Edit]Hide clutter in baskets and decorative bowls. - Luxurious homes are not known for being cluttered, so hide yours! Big up pet or kid toys and stash them in a closet or in a toy basket. Place decorative bowls in hallways to store things like keys and miscellaneous items. While you're at it, get rid of anything you don't need![3]
[Edit]Overstuff your throw pillows. - Overfilled pillows look like expensive hotel pillows. Fill throw pillow covers with inserts that are just slightly larger than the covers. Place the throw pillows on sofas, armchairs, beds, and anywhere else you want to make your guests feel like they're staying at a 5-star hotel![4]
- For example, if you have some throw pillow covers, stuff them with pillow inserts.
- If you don't have any throw pillows, buy some cases and oversized inserts separately and add them to your home to take the decor up a notch.
[Edit]Place curtains higher up on the wall. - Higher curtains create the illusion of a higher ceiling. Install curtain rods close to the ceiling instead of right above windows and doors. Choose long, flowing drapes for an even grander feel.[5]
- Standard walls are about tall, so use drapes that are tall if you want them to be really flowy.
- Use curtain tie-backs to create an elegant look surrounding the windows.
[Edit]Hang up some artwork. - Inexpensive artwork can elevate the look of any room. You can find cheap art pieces at thrift stores, discount outlets, and garage sales. Choose a few big, bold pieces you like and hang them up around your house to give it a luxurious artistic appearance.[6]
- For example, you might hang up a few colorful still life paintings of fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients in your kitchen or dining room.
- Or, you could find an old gold-framed portrait painting and hang it in your foyer to make a grand statement when people walk into your home.
[Edit]Bring plants indoors. - This quickly revitalizes a dull room. Place vases of flowers around the house for some color, or fill decorative bowls with acorns and twigs for a more rustic natural look. If you have rooms with lots of natural light, place some planters with unique tropical plants in them.[7]
- A bowl of artificial fruit in any room can be used to liven up the monotonous environment.
[Edit]Place antiques on display. - This gives your home a "richer" look. If you don't have any actual antiques, just display items that look like they're old. Antique-style lamps and metallic accessories of all types are good choices.[8]
- For example, if you have end tables on either side of a couch, put an antique brass lamp on 1 of the tables and an old-looking metal bowl on the other.
[Edit]Use a neutral paint scheme. - Neutral colors let other elegant accents take center stage. Choose grays, creams, browns, and honey shades for the base paint scheme. Neutral colors are especially useful on the ground floor and in common rooms like the dining room and living room.[9]
- You can add pops of paint in bold colors for more private rooms such as the bedrooms, or bathrooms.
- Neutral hues create a calm, clutter-free, and classic environment.
- Use lighter neutral colors in rooms that you want to make feel larger.
[Edit]Paint kitchen appliances stainless steel. - Make your appliances look new and expensive without replacing them. Use a paint-on, liquid stainless steel finish and brush it onto any outdated kitchen appliances to update them. For example, cover up that old yellowed refrigerator, dishwasher, or range top.[10]
- Different types of stainless steel paint are made for different appliances and applications, so make sure to read all the directions before purchasing any paint to make sure you can use it for your appliances.
[Edit]Create a mirror wall. - Mirrors can make spaces look bigger and brighter. Hang a series of decorative mirrors for an easy and cheap way to give any room a more luxurious feeling. A unique mirror wall reflects light and creates more visual square footage.[11]
- If possible, place your mirrors adjacent to windows and doors leading to the outside; this is a good way to let more light in and can even create the illusion of having more windows.
[Edit]Refinish old cabinets or furniture. - Refinishing old wooden pieces gives them a sleek new look. Sand off all the old paint or finish from things like kitchen cabinets or wooden shelf units. Repaint or stain them in an elegant new color to match the rest of your updated decor.[12]
- For example, if your kitchen cabinets have a faded natural wood color, repaint them matte black or gray for a contemporary update.
[Edit]Switch out the hardware on your furniture. - This is a cheap and easy way to give any piece a luxurious facelift. Change the handles on drawers, cabinets, dressers, and closets. Use brushed brass or copper hardware for a warmer, classier feel in spaces like your kitchen.[13]
- Or, switch hardware out for square and rectangular black or metallic handles for a sleeker, more modern look.
[Edit]Update light fixtures. - Invest in quality lights that set up your focal point for a room. Get rid of old, basic light fixtures and replace them with modern hanging lights or chandeliers. Choose antique-looking fixtures or more industrial-style lights based on your personal preferences.[14]
- It is best to install a dimmer on overhead lights to control mood lighting.
- Foyers determine the first impression of the home. A centered chandelier in your foyer can create a warm, welcoming aura in the entry area.
- Make sure the size of a fixture is proportional to room size to avoid clutter, awkwardness, and an eyesore.
- You can also update lampshades to cheaply upgrade old table lamps or floor lamps.
[Edit]Add architectural trim. - Trim creates dimension in your house. Add chair railing and crown molding to your walls to help create a paneled look, which draws your attention to certain areas of the room. Install trim around the edges of your windows to make them more elegant, too.[15]
- Crown molding is like baseboards but for where your wall meets your ceiling. Chair railing is like baseboards halfway up your walls, like a hand rail but stuck to the wall.
- Molding keeps the spacing even, symmetrical, and aesthetic.
- Wide molding is better than narrow when you're going for a more elegant, luxurious look.
- Add molding to your kitchen cabinets. Molding the top of your kitchen cabinets gives an extra level of polish to the kitchen.
[Edit]Put subway tile on kitchen and bathroom walls. - Subway tile is an affordable way to add a splash to your walls. Purchase some white subway tile and install it on your kitchen wall behind the sink and countertops for a classic, elegant look. Or, add a colorful tile wall to your bathroom to make it look far above average.[16]
- If you can afford it, consider adding multiple tiled walls of different sizes and designs for even more interest.
[Edit]Get some velvet furniture. - Velvet looks expensive, but it doesn't have to be. Look for a velvet sofa on sale or buy one second hand and make it a statement piece in your living room or lounge. If you can't find an affordable sofa, look for a single velvet armchair or a velvet poof instead.[17]
- Colors like pink, emerald green, and blue are all great choices for an expensive-looking piece of velvet furniture.
[Edit]Make a padded headboard. - Padded headboards make your bedroom look more expensive. Cover your existing headboard in foam or cover a piece of plywood or MDF board in foam. Staple the fabric of your choice over the foam and voila, you have an easy DIY padded headboard.[18]
- Chocolate-colored silk or taupe suede are both luxurious-looking fabrics that work well for a padded headboard.
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