Sunday, March 31

Handbags, my inspiration with bags

I can't think of any reason why not to love handbags.  
I've always been drawn to bags since I was a little girl. They make everything look and feel better, plus they keep and hold our important stuff close to us.  

Why do we find bags so desirable? 
It's partly because they've become a unique outward statement of a woman's status, fashion and earning power.
 
Handbags go back to the beginning of time and have become a fashion statement for women of all ages. Basically, they complete a woman's look. 

While you carry your bag , any bag, the style in which you carry tells a lot about your personality. 
Handbag is a big fashion statement piece.

I love Lancel bags. I remember getting my first Lancel from my boyfriend as a present. When we moved to Paris, one day we went for a walk. Of course I did some window shopping and somehow I was drawn to the Lancel shop. I guess it was because of their Brigette Bardot bag display. They are very nicely designed and of high quality. Two months later I got my birthday present and it was my bag I saw it the first time.
The Lancel is the representative of typical French spirit, chic, carefree.
I’ve been very pleased with my own Lancel bags and I'm treasurring them.
Find your own favorite Lancel

But good fashion doesn't need to be expensive. Good quality bag is important, but I think what’s more important is that your bag look taking care of and always like new.

''Love''
 Dusana


Don't forget to take care of your handbags!
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1.) Clean the inside of your purse.

2.) To store your purse use a dust bag or satin pillow cover.

3.) For storage, use bubble wrap to stuff your bags, so that it retains the shape, as it does not attract 
     moths in the same way as tissue paper does. 

4.) Never soak a bag to remove stains. Some bags are constructed with adhesives that will dissolve
     with water. Your bags will become yellowish and rusty-looking.
 
5.) Handle your bag, especially lighter bags with clean hands.

6.) Don't put your handbag on the floor, there is a lot of germs. Hook your bag or purse to any table
     with handbag hanger.



My favorite bags for a day and night:






Bruce Field Paris




Lancel




My favorite for the night out



My first Lancel




Merci mon amour




Ahhh, London, River Island




 My beach bag




Thursday, March 28

Healthy Body Image Makes You Feel Good

A little reminder:
No matter what size you are, you deserve to feel happy and good in your own skin. 
Body image is how you view your physical self, including whether you feel you are attractive and whether others like your looks.
A healthy body image means that you see yourself as you really are and that you feel good in your own skin. When you feel good about yourself, and when you are confident, you look better to other people.

But being yourself can be hard sometimes. 

It is actually quite difficult, especially when images of beautiful men and women are displayed everywhere (billboards, magazines, television advertisements, etc). 
Looking at models and movie stars often create a negative self-image in relation to these images. 
You become fashion fanatic, spend money on all sorts of diets and try to make yourselves pretty in many ways, including plastic surgery.

The good news is it's never too late to start over. 

I'm a positive person, I believe in the power of words and the law of attraction. I know sometimes it's hard to start, but with the right way of thinking you can get where you want to be.
Positive thought is 100 times more powerful than a negative thought. You can always start using the law of attraction and change your thoughts anytime. You can begin where you are right now. 

Motivate yourself.
Having good self motivation and confident of being you is the best way to stand out yourself.
Motivation is this invisible force that drives you toward a goal and keeps you going when things get rough, it is the reason you wake up early or stay up late to finish your work.   

Eliminate negative thoughts and replace them with positive ones.

What you need is daily inspiration to keep you going, try affirmations (positive self talk). Affirmations help you focus on the goals you desire to achieve. The best way to use them is to repeat each of them everyday as often as possible. You can repeat your affirmations aloud to yourself while looking in the mirror, say them silently inside your head or write them down.
You may not believe these affirmative statements at first, but just keep on saying them. Make sure that you use them often, throughout each and every day.


''Love''
 Dusana


Body image affirmations:

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- I am confident.
- I love my body.
- I accept my body as it is.
- I am beautiful just as I am.
- My body is perfect just like this.
- My body is amazing.
- I am appreciative of the compliments I receive about my body.
- I enjoy feeling good about my body.

- I have full ability to control my weight.- I'm healthy.
- I am losing weight on a daily basis. My diet is working wonders for me.
- I am losing weight effortlessly each day. 
- I am thankful for my strength.
- I see the beauty in others and they see the beauty in me.
 


Extra tips: 

1.) Wear flattering clothes.

2.) Stand up straight, hold your head high and throw those shoulders back.

3.) Eating a healthy diet and staying active can help you maintain your current weight.

4.) Stop eating in front of the TV. If you eat while you watch TV, you're probably overeating.

5.) Make a list of all the good things about yourself.

6.)  Pick an idol and let that person motivate and inspire you.




 
















Walking can be a peaceful and relaxing form of exercise. I find a long walk in nature energizing.





''If a great outfit gets you one step closer to feeling good about yourself, then it's worth every penny.''
~Rachel Roy~

 
''A strong positive self-image is the best possible preparation for success.''
~Joyce Brothers~
 

''Believe with all of your heart that you will do what you were made to do.''
~Orison Swett Marden~


''Beauty is a state of mind, not a state of the body.''
~Unknown~





Wednesday, March 20

Keep your knees healthy and beautiful

They say it's your hands and neck that give away your age. 
But did you know there's another body part that give away your real age?
It's your knees and elbows. And somehow we keep forgetting to take care of them.

No matter how long you have been ignoring your knees (elbows), there are a few steps you can take to soften your skin and get rid of dry skin and dark patches.
It’s important to regularly care for the knees and also your elbows by exfoliating and moisturizing them.

Dark elbows and knees are caused by lack of exfoliation, too much sun exposure, dry skin and wearing clothes that rub against the elbow, kneeling, etc.




1.) Cut a large lemon in half.
     Rub each lemon half on your knees (elbows) and cover it with plastic wrap.
     Keep cleansed area away from the sunlight by staying indoors.
    You can rub away the pulp, but do not wash your knees (elbows) for about 2 hours.
     Moisturize the area with rich moisturiser and you should see a significant difference.
     Repeat this everyday until the dark spots are eliminated.
     If you don't have lemon in your kitchen, then look for yogurt or milk. 
     Both ingredients work well as natural skin lightener and they also add moisture to your dry, rough 
     skin. 



2.) Apply coconut oil and massage the dark knees (elbows) with it for 5-8 minutes and then wash it. 
     You can also mix coconut oil with few drops of lemon juice and apply to get whiter skin.   


3.) Use Bio-Oil. It is a specialist skincare oil for the face and body, specifically formulated to help 
     reduce the appearance of scars, wrinkles, stretch marks, aging skin and uneven skin tone.
     It should be massaged in a circular motion into the scar and surrounding skin, twice daily, for a 
     minimum of 3 months.  


4.) You can also use anti-wrinkle cream, if you think they are becoming a bit saggy, or too dry. 


5.) During the day when you experience dry skin, use an olive oil. Make sure the area is
     nicely moisturize, cover it with a plastic wrap for 30 minutes and then remove.
     Using olive oil as a moisturizer is fantastic, it last all day and does wonders for the skin.  



6.) Use a body exfoliating cream in the shower and scrub away dry areas (be careful not
     to make them sore) and then apply a rich moisturiser. This is best done in the evening, put a lot of
     cream afterwards. 
     Don’t overdo it with scrubing. It will create an even bigger problem. If you scrub too much, it will
     make your skin raw and yes, it will cause it to darken. Exfoliate gently. 


 7.) Exercise, working out helps to develop shapely and toned legs. 
     Try a Pilates DVD. The great thing about Pilates DVD is that you can do it anytime you want in 
     the privacy of your home. Do the exercises at least 2-3 times per week. Pilates works on toning
     your entire body and will improve your flexibility. Pilates also improves your posture.


Perfect legs do come in all shapes and proportions. The important part is that you take care of your body to the best of your ability. There are no quick fixes for getting perfect legs. 
Be patient!

''Love''
 Dusana
 



Friday, March 15

Let's talk about body scrubs


Three years ago, I went to Marrakech for a wedding of my boyfriend's brother
We spend there one week and it was amazing. My boyfriend surprised me with a nice Moroccan Hammam Spa treatment. Moroccan Hammam is a steam room where different body treatments like aromatherapy, detoxification, steam, massage and relaxation are done. It last about 90 minutes.
It was an amazing experience for me and my skin felt like a newborn baby skin. I could still feel the effects up to three weeks afterwards - my skin just felt super soft and smooth.
This is why I love scrubs. 

Lets talk a little more about body scrubs.
Regular use of body scrubs can rub out the rough and bumpy skin to make it smooth and shiny.
A body scrub offers special skin care advantages that you don't get from body cleansers and moisturizers. When dead skin cells are removed through the gentle exfoliating, moisturizer can be absorbed better.

Body scrubs are great for cleaning your skin and getting rid of dead cells, dirt and oil. The firm, circular motions you use when you rub the scrub against your body can also improve blood circulation and firm up your skin.
Hurra, lets minimize the unsightly appearance of cellulite!
 

Body scrub benefits:
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It opens the pores and wakens the skin before a body treatment
Make your skin look more youthful 
Skin glow 
Improve cellulite and aging 
Prepares your skin for an even tan
The oils can relax or stimulate your senses


Treating yourself to a body scrub, especially when combined with a massage can be very relaxing.
Massage your skin with loofah while you are taking shower. Exfoliating removes dead cells from the uppermost layer of skin to reveal the fresher, younger skin underneath. 






Ahhh, memories. I love this picture, we had a great time.


Extra tip: 
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Apply a small amount of scrub to a soft washcloth and scrub gently in a circular motion while slowly moving down the body from shoulders to feet. Applying too much pressure when using a body scrub can cause skin irritation and scratches. Rinse and apply a thin layer of moisturizer. Your skin should look and feel better already.
Do not use your body scrub too often because frequent scrubbing can damage the young skin layer. 
Do not exfoliate a skin with sunburn.


Treat yourself to a nice scrub, feel healthier and happier. 

''Love''
 Dusana





Thursday, March 7

My wish list - Beautiful swimwear

With summer fast approaching, it's time for new swimwear. 
In all the shops is starting swimsuit season. I know it is a bit early, but from my own experience (from March until May), is the best time to shop.

Finding the right swimwear isn't always easy. I'm like any other woman, whenever I go on holidays, I'd like to have with me 3-4 pairs of swimsuit. :-)

We all know it's never been easier finding the perfect swimwear.
So where to look?
For those who read my blog, knows that I'm a big fan of Next
When it comes to swimwear from Next, they have always affordable prices and big selection of swimsuits
Get inspired, have a look at new collection of swimming costume.

''Love''
 Dusana 

Multi Print Swimsuit



50s’ Navy Stripe Swimwear




Oriental Pink Swimwear




Oriental Print Maxi Dress




Red Maxi Kaftan












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