how to achieve poolside confidence...
as i was thinking of my title for this monthly newsletter...i had to laugh...because poolside & confidence are usually not the 2 words i would put together in one sentence...at least not for me...but there are tips and tricks you can apply to help boost your confidence - and ultimately accept all those invitations for pool parties...beach outings & fun-filled days...
with my own girl's trip looming ahead...i knew that i needed a new bathing suit...and if i was being completely honest...i was not looking forward to shopping for this one item...hitting the big 50...the extra lbs that i had accumulated...left me wanting to do anything but shop for a bathing suit...the flip side of course...is vacation & time spent with friends far outweighed my "issues"...
so i did what i tell my clients to do...in fact...this was one of my facebook status updates this week...
"swimsuit shopping alone can be intimidating...take a trusted friend with you or better yet...hire a stylist...make it easier on yourself..."
so i did just that...i brought my very good friend margaret with me...i knew she would be honest...and kind...at the same time...and voila...i walked away with a brand new bathing suit...that i feel quite wonderful in...who would have thought? =) (thanks margaret! you were a gem!)
so...here are the tips i used to help me in achieving my goal...and which should help you in finding your poolside confidence...
pick a color/pattern scheme - starting in your closet! look at your clothes...notice the colors...the prints...what are the things that you wear most? what are the colors & prints that you feel good in? which ones do you get compliments in? these should be the same colors & prints that you look for in your bathing suit.
try different styles - just as in your clothing shopping - experiment with new styles...you may just be surprised how a new style may be the ticket for you! i had always opted for one piece bathing suits...but decided to try some tankinis as well...i was pleasantly surprised that i felt so comfortable in a new style - i would not have known that had i not tried it...
shop in the right department - bathing suits are made just like our clothing...bathing suits in the junior department...well...just stay away from them and save yourself the heartache!
complete the outfit - don't stop at the bathing suit - think about your cover up, shoes, sunglasses, beach bag etc...there is something about feeling & looking put together that gives us that boost of confidence...make sure all the pieces relate and harmonize with each other...
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here are some ideas for cover ups from previous blog posts:
still scared? let me help you select a flattering bathing suit and accessorize it...i'd love to help you create your best poolside outfits so you can feel confident!
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