"When how you appear reflects who you are, you are beautiful." - Christopher Hopkins Not long after my second appearance on Oprah, a woman flew to Minneapolis from Virginia for a makeover. She was a 54-year-old pastor’s wife who had grown her hair for six months to “give me something to work with.”  We didn’t click at first. She seemed...

All I ever wanted was to be in magazines, earn lots of money and travel all over the world. The struggle to make ends meet was finally over. The world was my new playground - from Egypt to South Africa, Japan to Sweden, Switzerland to the Canary Islands - I was living my dream. I could wine and dine in Paris, my new home, and toast fame and fortune. It...

Purples, red, plaid & glitter are the rage Colors all shades of red, wine, plum, burgundy and purple paired up with caramel, tan, camel, silver, grey or black Accessories glitters, high-gloss lipsticks, and chain belts Pants & skirts flared pants and jeans, slits on the bottom...

Are you seeing Red? Red is one of the hottest colors this winter. Colors such as wine, plum, burgundy and purple are also making a strong fashion statement. Pair them up with caramel, tan, camel and other golden tones. If warm color tones are not right for you try silver, grey or the always classic basic black - all excellent co-ordinates for...

A fruit basket of vibrant colors will be delivered to your closet this spring. Spring colors Spring's true colors are showing in bright turquoise, lemon yellow, emerald green, and fuchsia, along with the return of black and white. As spring fades to summer the color palette will be paler and sun bleached. There are a few carry-overs from...

No matter what your body type, you can look good and feel great about yourself in one of these stylish suits. Shopping for a swimsuit can feel like agony - but it doesn't have to. Here are some tips on buying a swimsuit for your body type. 1) The triangle, also called the pear-shape If your hips are large compared to your shoulders, you...

Spring colors Fresh from the garden, colors blossom in this season's dress fashions! Deep floral shades make the most out of the new spring dresses. As delightful as a bouquet, this season's new colors are vibrant with possibilities! Pump up your look with shades of petal pink, yellows and blues. Dare to wear tiger lily orange or pale yellow...