Image Update

It's that time of year...

A new season and time for a closet revamp!

How often do you look through your closet and say you have nothing to wear even though it's exploding at the seams! 

The closet clean

Donate

Go through your wardrobe and donate any garments that don’t fit, are ripped or torn, have any stains, or are simply outdated or unflattering.

If you haven’t worn it in a year donate


Organize

Organize your clothing by color and type.  This will allow you to see exactly what you have, and where there are holes so that when you’re shopping your purchases have a purpose.

Color code

Plan your wardrobe

With a detoxed and organized wardrobe, it’s time to take stock of what you have and what new outfits you can make by combining your existing clothes in new and exciting ways. Look through magazines for inspiration of the type of look/image you are going for.

Experiment with different and new combinations

Go Shopping

Now that you have identified what items you need to complete your wardrobe and update your look, shopping will be a breeze.

Having this plan in mind will help you to make more sound purchases and avoid buyer’s remorse.

Shop with focus and end goals in mind. Create a list or tear out pictures of items you are looking for so you don't lose focus.

Have a plan

And if you need some help that's what we are here for! Call us to hire one of out fabulous stylists who can come and help you through the process to be the best you you can be or sit in on our 'Image Update Seminars'!

Tis the season to closet clean!

Much Love,

The Artists Within Troupe 

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Tredning Thursday-Color Block that Top

If you haven't jumped on the color blocking trend yet, what are you waiting for??!

If its because you fear you'll do it wrong, don't worry...

...Work with color blocked tops that have been put together for you

Color Blocking for Dummies, if you will...

Play it safe with black and white color blocking, like this top from Nasty Gal (www.nastygal.com)

Opt for a little more adventure with a too-cute mint green and white pair

Great for the office and for a night out

www.nastygal.com

There has been a lot of neon sported this season

Get on two trends with neon-color blocking!

We just blew your mind, didn't we?!

www.nastygal.com

Going on a boat? 

A nautical color scheme would be perfect!

www.nastygal.com

Now for the coloring blocking adventurist who isn't afraid to wear all the colors in one shirt,

check this out!

www.nastygal.com

So go ahead, jump in!

Get coloring blocking before it's too late

Check back tomorrow for our Fashion Friday post

Much Love From,

The Artists Within bella's

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And don't forget to register for fall courses starting in September!

Trending Thursday-Cream Eyeshadow

Creamy lids that beat the heat

...Apply, set and go!

Laura Mercier's sheer crème eye color blends like a dream and sets to a matte finish

Available in hues that compliment all eye colors

Nars' gorgeous cream eyeshadows are vivid, lightweight and easily blended

Layer for deeper intensity or apply a subtle wash of color

MAC Paints allows you to create a smooth, crease free, slightly shiny, reflective look to the lids with their high performance eye shadow product that goes on creamy and dries to a powdery finish

Benefit cream shadows in a pot give you the chance to xix and match their beautiful colors for a crease proof, smudge proof finish
Beautifully blend-able with the ability to layer to customize your look

Estee Lauder's double wear stay-in-place shadow créme-Flawless through heat and humidity and lasts up to 15 hours!
This fab formula ranges from matte to demi pearl to create anything from a natural to dramatic look

Helpful hint from the pro's:
Check to see if your cream shadow sets. If it doesn't, simply apply a translucent powder or  a matching powder shadow color over top. This prevents creasing and prolongs wear!

So go ahead and try some cream shadows; you've got nothing to loose and everything to gain!

To learn more about Artists Within Makeup Academy and the courses offered, contact us. We'd love to hear from you

Much Love From

The Artists Within Gals
XO

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Trending Thursday & A little something extra

Every Thursday we take a look at current trends from the here and now

We'll give you some tips on how to pull the trends off effortlessly, and appear tres cool for whatever life throws your way

Today we show to you the Colored Pant

Whatever mood you are in, there is a colored pant that will suit it.

From the novice fashionista to the veteran, colored pants can be intimidating.

Read on and learn how to pull them off just so!

Gucci silk magenta pants

Chic, colorful and comfortable, what more could a girl ask for??!

Throw on a pair of fab heels in nude or black, a simple tank (black to be safe or try color blocking for a daring night out), and a HUGE statement piece necklace for the latest in cool style.

J. Crew Canary yellow silk slacks

Inject your wardrobe with style with these bold, bright and beautiful silk pants.

The latest word in new season style, pair with a tucked in tee to maximize the high waist and finish with a hot high heel pump

3.1 Phillip Lim Bleu pantaloons

Pair these with an oversized clutch, casual tank and sassy heels with a pop of color for the 'thrown together' blend of chic elegance and contemporary style

Michael Kors rouge trousers

Polished and sleek, that Michael Kors does so well, these red crepe pants are the ideal way to wear the seasons hottest color trend.

Style these with understated accents and a neutral top

Malene Birger go's green

Bright and sleek is the new-seasons approach to office wear.

Team with a lightly hued top and a neutral blazer for a chic dose of day-to-day style

And now for the promised 'something extra'

Artists Within's owner and director, Tara Anand, has been busy on set for Avenue magazine along with contributing to Elle Canada's beauty section

Check it out!

Tara Anand talks eyeliner tips with Elle Canada

And a little sneak peek into the latest Avenue shoot for the September issue

Tara working her makeup magic on the beautiful Lisa Cant-google her, she's unstoppable!

Beauty!

Thanks for tuning in and watch for tomorrow's Fashion Friday post; it'll be a good one fo' schizzle!

Much Love from,

The Artists Within Group

XO

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Trending Thursday- Cowboy boots, yeehaw!

*Sigh*

The Calgary Stampede starts tomorrow and goes for 10 days

This year is the centennial year and has promises of being the best of the best!

If you participate in the festivities and fun that the Stampede has to offer, those 10 days are generally 10 of the wildest days of your year!

Carnival Rides, Midway games, chuckwagon races, live music, carnival food (check out this year's new and old food vendors), and beer gardens/tents are sure to keep you busy and buzzed all day long!

With all the Stampede excitement here in Calgary, it's only appropriate we showcase to you 5 of our fave trending cowboy boots

The first pair is brought to you by Jimmy Choo

For the effortless yet cool girl about town, who wants a casual glam vibe for Stampede.

Trying wearing these metallic numbers with a sweet mini dress and oversized bag

The second pair-o-boots are by Rag and Bone

Every sassy chic chick will be dying for a pair of these little ankle booties to create a raw yet glam feel to any outfit. Be it a chic little dress or a pair of sexy skinny jeans.

 Marc Jacobs created the most eccentric pair of boots- we would expect nothing less!

For the office fashion icon, clear plastic cowboy boots lead the way in fashion innovations.

Pair these with your usual office attire, which always has a slight edge for an unexpected daring factor

Of course Diane Von Furstenberg (DVF) couldn't be forgotten as her designs are always gorgeous!

The urban sophisticate will be found pairing these fabulous olive and petrol python beauties with her easy on trend cosmopolitan pieces

And last but not least, Miu Miu have the most fantastic designs-their boots are no exception to that!

For the hot retro gal who isn't afaid to be who she is and lead the way!

These peep-toe boots with rose appliqué accents are sure to steal the spotlight

The parade starts tomorrow to kick off the first days of Stampede.

Slip on your boots, strap on your hat and giddy up to the 100th anniversary of the 

Calgary Stampede-The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth!

Much 'boot stompin' love from,

The Artists Within Cow Gals XO

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Trending Thursday-Cocktail Rings

Colorful Cocktail Rings can energize any look!

A simple accessory-varying in design, colors and boldness-can add easy glamour to any outfit

A fun fact about cocktail rings-During the Prohibition in the US (1920-1933) women often wore cocktail rings at illegal cocktail parties, where they flaunted the fact that the wearer was drinking illegally, and doing so in style.

So today we showcase to you, The Cocktail Ring...

Kenneth Jay Lane is on trend with this pantone tangerine stunner

The ultimate addition to all wardrobes this Spring!

Cool, eclectic and quite fab! 

Using dark green onyx and 18 karat gold, Monica Vinader designed a bold adornment that is essential to all jewelry boxes

This one is the main star on anyones hand!

Multiple stones in oceanic hues of turquoise and green, Emilio Pucci has created quite an exquisite piece

Fun and Flirty this cocktail ring by Oscar De La Renta gives a bold impact to any outfit

Elsa Peretti for Tiffany and Co coupled turquoise and gold to create a timeless ring that could be passed down from generation to generation producing the same *gasps* of admiration.

Cocktail rings are a staple accessory to any fashionista

Much Love From,

The Artists Within "cocktailers" XO

Check out BT tomorrow morning at 8:05am to see our very own Tara Anand and learn more about our teen fashion camp 2012

Pretty. Stylish. Fashion Camp 2012