When you live in Los Angeles a few things trump the daily routine of getting ready and looking feminine and girly every day, those things; heat and the overall laid back, almost homeless look being the number one trend. It's hard to not want to fit in and wear your lazy terr
Do what Grandma says.....
One weekend I flew back up to visit my family and thinking that I’m always accepted and love unconditionally by my family members, I didn’t put too much effort into my appearance when I showed up a family barbecue. BIG MISTAKE. I’m not sure whether it was messy bun pile don top of my head or my ragged jeans and oversized t-shirt, sans makeup…..but a week later, I received a card in the mail from a “concerned” and “loving” Granny. It said this:
“Dear Miss Bean (don’t ask), Enclosed is a check for “a little something.” I believe that nice man is out there for you….somewhere. I’m so proud of you and believe all your dreams will come true, but REMEMBER…..never, ever, leave the house without looking your best. You never know when you’ll meet Mr. Right.
Love, Granny.”
Ouch. But ever since then, when I run out to the grocery store in yesterdays pajama’s….her words of “wisdom” ring through my head.
Even if it's hot and your face is MELTING
WEAR MAKE UP.
Oh man, believe me I understand that this is difficult. My face can end up looking like a greased baking sheet by three o’clock on a really hot day in Los Angeles. There is just SOMETHING about having some powder, blush, eyeshadow (even if it’s very little), mascara and a little bit of eyeliner on the top lid that says, “I put effort into my appearance.” To be the ultimate chick, effort is imperative. The ultimate chick doesn’t even leave her home without a make up bag in her purse. No make up bag? Well then, invest in one.
Mac is HANDS DOWN thee spot for makeup. If you’re a makeup newbie, you should really invest in a palette of eyeshadows. It’s the most affordable way and you can get all the basics: a nice neutral tone, a beige tone, a darker shadow which can double as eye liner and one or two colored shadows , colors varying depending on what color your eyes are.
Mac is HANDS DOWN thee spot for makeup. If you’re a makeup newbie, you should really invest in a palette of eyeshadows. It’s the most affordable way and you can get all the basics: a nice neutral tone, a beige tone, a darker shadow which can double as eye liner and one or two colored shadows , colors varying depending on what color your eyes are.
Chicks dig their tapas. For a few reasons; the music in a tapas restaurant tends to be Latin of some sort, Latin music makes the ULTIMATE CHICK feel, sexy, spicy, etc. She likes to shake her hips and maybe even make an appearance on the dance floor to accompany the flamenco dancers. Tapas bars also mean, small plates. But the ULTIMATE CHICK does eat, she just wants to look as if she has the apetite of a bird, SO, small plates to share amongst girlfriends, even if you share 20 of them, is a great idea.
Chicks dig their tapas. For a few reasons; the music in a tapas restaurant tends to be Latin of some sort, Latin music makes the ULTIMATE CHICK feel, sexy, spicy, etc. She likes to shake her hips and maybe even make an appearance on the dance floor to accompany the flamenco dancers. Tapas bars also mean, small plates. But the ULTIMATE CHICK does eat, she just wants to look as if she has the apetite of a bird, SO, small plates to share amongst girlfriends, even if you share 20 of them, is a great idea.
Another sexy ULTIMATE CHICK plan, that’s usually a weekly event is, a visit to the wine bar. Even though she may know nothing about the wine, she’s learned how to pick out a great bottle based on how cute the label is and it’s usually a Pinot Noir. Wine bars are great for a first date, so it’s still semi-casual and if its going terribly you don’t have to feel obligated to stay for dessert.
Another sexy ULTIMATE CHICK plan, that’s usually a weekly event is, a visit to the wine bar. Even though she may know nothing about the wine, she’s learned how to pick out a great bottle based on how cute the label is and it’s usually a Pinot Noir. Wine bars are great for a first date, so it’s still semi-casual and if its going terribly you don’t have to feel obligated to stay for dessert.
The ULTIMATE CHICK likes to be liked. She’s a people pleaser in disguise, she carries an air of being completely cool and confident but she’s also carrying with her a batch of cookies and cupcakes to persuade anyone in case they forget. Whether you missed a birthday and you’re going to meet up with a friend, or there’s a get together at a friend’s house, BRING SOMETHING. People like food, preferably sweet food. ALWAYS, ALWAYS come bearing gifts.
The ULTIMATE CHICK likes to be liked. She’s a people pleaser in disguise, she carries an air of being completely cool and confident but she’s also carrying with her a batch of cookies and cupcakes to persuade anyone in case they forget. Whether you missed a birthday and you’re going to meet up with a friend, or there’s a get together at a friend’s house, BRING SOMETHING. People like food, preferably sweet food. ALWAYS, ALWAYS come bearing gifts.
ULTIMATE CHICKS like to be memorable. Part of being memorable without really doing anything, is having a scent. A perfume that you dab very sparingly on the back of your neck and your wrists is just enough to have people remember it when you aren’t around and someone walks by with it on…..they’ll instantly think, of you ;) Don’t swim in your perfume, just dab.
You’ll want to pick up some nice stationary and in a very LADY LIKE way, write your Grandmother a very kind letter thanking her for her “advice. ” Whether you choose to follow it or not….is up to you. If you ignore her words AND don’t send a “thank you” she may think you’ve fallen off and decided to hibernate in your tiny, dark, apartment.
You’ll want to pick up some nice stationary and in a very LADY LIKE way, write your Grandmother a very kind letter thanking her for her “advice. ” Whether you choose to follow it or not….is up to you. If you ignore her words AND don’t send a “thank you” she may think you’ve fallen off and decided to hibernate in your tiny, dark, apartment.
When I say you can find ANYTHING here, I’m NOT JOKING. You can find anything. If you’re in a hurry and need to go somewhere that’s somewhat of a one stop shop, this is the spot. Hair products, makeup, body lotion, you’re set. Then have lunch next door at Prado. Lunch + cosmetics shopping = ULTIMATE CHICK ACTIVITY.
When I say you can find ANYTHING here, I’m NOT JOKING. You can find anything. If you’re in a hurry and need to go somewhere that’s somewhat of a one stop shop, this is the spot. Hair products, makeup, body lotion, you’re set. Then have lunch next door at Prado. Lunch + cosmetics shopping = ULTIMATE CHICK ACTIVITY.
Fill up your planner
“ULTIMATE CHICKS” are active, they have “events,” and “date night.” One of the majorly important parts of being an ULTIMATE CHICK, is the scheduling in “GIRL TIME.” This means you and you equally “chicky” friends get together to discuss dating, romance, sex, your period, who Kate Hudson is currently dating and your “new diet.” All of those semi-irritating, annoying girly conversations. This is a very well known activity from the ladies of Sex and the City and every girl, I don’t care you are….does it at some point in her life.
Here are some things that should be in your planner (or preferably, your very girly Blackberry)
Wine night with the ladies
Manicure and Pedicure
Date with random guy #1
Date with random guy #2
The dating gets trumped if you’re the ULTIMATE CHICK who isn’t single, so the “date” is replaced with, “make my Hunny dinner” nights.
Lunch with (fill in one of you BFF’s names here)
So and So’s birthday….
etc, etc…you get the idea. Ultimate chicks are in demand! So start saying yes to your invitations, or start making some!
YOu may be thinking the ULTIMATE CHICK eats pizza? Oh yeah, she doesn’t limit herself always…plus it’s thin crust, AND there’s incredible salads. ;) Pitfire is a great casual “lunch date” spot with the ladies or with your girlfriends, outdoor seating and a great little coffee bar gives you the ability to stay a little longer and grab a Chai tea if you can’t get all your girly gossiping in.
YOu may be thinking the ULTIMATE CHICK eats pizza? Oh yeah, she doesn’t limit herself always…plus it’s thin crust, AND there’s incredible salads. ;) Pitfire is a great casual “lunch date” spot with the ladies or with your girlfriends, outdoor seating and a great little coffee bar gives you the ability to stay a little longer and grab a Chai tea if you can’t get all your girly gossiping in.
ULTIMATE CHICKS are all about bringing the sweets
Don’t be confused, you don’t need to be the “ULTIMATE DOMESTIC CHICK”.....find a way to better use your time and pick them up at a bake shop.
Um, I replayed the beginning of this video, several times. All of the “mistakes” while wearing heels and the demonstrations are hysterical.
Learn to be COY
ULTIMATE CHICKS know how to play them. Whether they’re working their boss, they’re using a white lie to get out of a speeding ticket, or they’re attempting to snag a man…..they use one SIMPLE TRICK. THEYPLAY COY. They aren’t actually coy, they know exactly what they’re doing but this is one of their tricks that they use to reel people in. Playing coy is the best way to bait ‘em. It’s mysterious, slightly flirtatious and always leave people wanting a little bit more….
Obviously…..every ULTIMATE CHICK looks like this when she’s putting on perfume…...obviously.
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