We tend to style ourselves from the front. We will do our hair that way. We don’t look at the back of our outfit. Today I’m here to ask you: what do you look like from behind? Do you even know? 

 

Can you have a glow-up after the age of 40? Let's discuss this in today's video. 

First, what is a glow up? 

A glow up is an incredible transformation. The glow up process focuses on the improvement of physical appearance, individual style, overall attractiveness ... a mental, physical, and emotional transformation for the better. I use the Paula's Choice Skincare products and they come at my highest recommendation. Here is a list of what I use on a regular basis. I order these on their subscription. Please use whatever skincare line you love the most! The key is to take care of your skin. You can do that on any budget. It's about being intentional. 

I'm sharing 8 ways to look effortlessly polished in today's video. For more inspiration, check out my book, Polish Your Poise with Madame Chic. 

Looking polished doesn't come naturally to people. A polished look is intentional. In today's video I go over 8 tips to help you look effortlessly polished, naturally. 

Tip No. 1

Regard the Overall Outfit When selecting an outfit, regard the overall look and ask yourself if it is a polished look. You will want to avoid excessive rips or overly trendy items. Make sure your clothing is well-taken care of. Remove sweater pills and make sure your pants are tailored to the correct height, for example. I use this machine to remove lint and pills on sweaters. A good clothing steamer will also come in handy. 

Tip No. 2

Have a Clear Complexion This is clearly easier said than done. Choose the best skincare products for you that allow you to have clear skin. If you struggle with blemishes or dark circles, apply your makeup in a way that creates the appearance of clear, healthy skin. I use Paula's Choice skincare. I like their RESIST line as well as their Omega line. Right now I'm double cleansing (as opposed to using a makeup wipe) with the Omega Complex Cleansing Balm and the Resist Cleanser. Then I tone with the toner, apply an AHA or BHA exfoliant (only 3x a week), and finally the RESIST Barrier Repair Moisturizer. Once a week I apply a Purifying Face Mask and this AHA BHA Exfoliant Peel. 

Tip No. 3

Control Unwanted Hair Controlling unwanted hair is a key part to looking polished. If you want to have smooth legs, for example, shaving is a must. Thank you to Billie for bringing us today's video and sharing their excellent razor with us. 

Tip No. 4

Brows Before Bros I'm going to keep repeating this one because it's so critical. Finding the eyebrow shape is a big key to looking polished. Uneven, unruly brows can create an unkempt look. I have used Vegamour to grow out my sparse brows and have been pleased with the results. This is my favorite eyebrow palette. 

Tip No. 5

Perfect the Neutral Manicure If you'd like a low-maintenance, yet polished manicure, opt for neutral shades. Dark shades are beautiful, but unless you can fix chips right away, they can hinder that polished look you're going for. My favorite neutral shades are Londontown illuminating nail concealer, Cheerio, and Teatime JenniferS for 25% off, and Essie Mademoiselle and Ballet Slippers. For your feet, a good foot file is imperative to get the rough skin off. 

Tip No. 6

Wear Well-Kept Shoes No matter what type of shoe you're wearing, whether it be smart or casual, make sure your shoes are well-kept. Scruffy, fraying, or falling-apart shoes will need to be repaired or replaced. Shoes (and handbags as you'll see in the next tip) are very important. Here are some high-quality shoe brands: Oliver Cabell JSCOTT10 for $10 off, Thursday Boot Co., Nothing New, The Spanish Sandal Co. JEN10 for 10% off, Neiman Marcus, and Nordstrom. 

Tip No. 7

Carry a Quality Handbag Equally as important as shoes are handbags (and wallets!). Yours doesn't have to be expensive, although you should invest in the best quality you can afford as a well-constructed handbag could last you years and save you money in the long-run. I've had my Louis Vuitton Totally MM for ten years and have worn it regularly. It still looks fabulous! Here is a blogpost that links some of my favorite handbags. 

Tip No. 8

Messy Hair? Yes, I care! If you want to look elegant, the "messy hair don't care" attitude needs to go. That doesn't mean your hair needs to look like everyone else's hair. Embrace your hair's unique look, but do have a plan for it. Whether you like to wear it up or down, figure out the best and most flattering looks for you. 

Clothing steamer

Sweater pill machine

The best foot file

Paula’s Choice skincare

Vegamour brow serum

Londontown Illuminating nail concealer JenniferS for 25% off

Londontown Cheerio JenniferS for 25% off

Londontown Teatime JenniferS for 25% off

Essie Mademoiselle

Essie Ballet Slippers

Quality handbags

⚜️ Clothing featured in the video SKYE Isabella dress Jennifer20 for 20% off

SKYE Cosette earrings Jennifer20 for 20% off

Karina Dresses (wrinkle-free)

My favorite jeans JLS10 for 10% off

The Spanish Sandal Co. JEN10 for 10% off

Quality high heels from Neiman Marcus

Quality heels from Nordstrom

Thursday Boot Company

Nothing New eco-friendly shoes

Oliver Cabell white leather sneakers JSCOTT10 for $10 off

⚜️ Time Stamps 0:00 Introduction

2:02 Regard the overall outfit

3:53 A clear complexion

5:20 Billie sponsor

6:20 Brows before bros

7:39 Perfect the neutral manicure

9:55 Well-kept shoes

11:19 A quality handbag

12:20 Messy hair? Yes, I care!

13:57 Conclusion

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Regarding Monday's interview with Dr. Patty Tae, Sue Y. writes, "Isn’t Dr Tae just a wonderful example of our Daily Connoisseur community- so poised, radiating kindness and grace and so elegant. Thank you so much for this very informative interview. Can we have her on again?!"

I agree, Sue. Dr. Tae was so elegant. I hope she will return to speak with us again soon!

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 Look presentable always is a key concept that runs all throughout the Madame Chic books. If you practice the ten-item wardrobe or regularly take part in a practical beauty and grooming routine, you likely are able to look presentable always. But what do you do when you're having an "off" day? 

Perhaps you don't feel feel well, or you're having a bad hair day. Maybe you only have a few minutes to get ready. What should you do to look presentable? In today's video I share ten solutions. Implement any of these tricks when applicable and you will find yourself looking presentable always. 

I hope you enjoy today's video. I would love to know which tip resonated with you the most. Thank you to Native for bringing us today's video and supporting The Daily Connoisseur.  

Rungolee Porto dress DailyC for free silk face mask

Necklace by Jackie Mack Designs JENSCOTT15 for 15% off

Earrings by Rachelyn Jewelry JENNIFERSCOTT 10%off

⚜️ Featured in the video

Headbands in my Amazon store

Teddy Blake grey croco handbag TBJennC20 for an Extra $20 Off

Mer-Sea & Co wraps

Mer-Sea & Co Breton slub tee

Saint James Breton stripe tees (authentic)

Jeans by Mott & Bow JLS10 for 10% off

Londontown nail polish JenniferS for 25% off

MERIT minimalist makeup

A’DEL Natural Cosmetics TDC20 for 20% off

Bésame cosmetics

Mont Kiji scarves connoisseur121 for 12% off

Sunglasses (budget) from Lulu's

Vegamour brow serum

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