My Wardrobe Basics

Tiffany's Top Thirty Wardrobe Essentials

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It is all to familiar, the dilemma a woman has when it is time to get dressed. You know what I am talking about. Standing there with a a closet full and feeling like you don't have a thing to wear. Well  it's time to find the solution. I started doing something called wardrobe capsuling
 many years ago. It has saved me the stress of getting dressed. It has become a recent trend and is so amazing at making life smooth in the dressing department. I have been capsuling well before it became a thing. I like to think I invented it. Ha ha! I just never shared my ideas publicly. So when it gained popularity lately, I just swooned! I am posting a video showing 27 essential items that help build a foundation  wardrobe. I also give a very brief explanation of capsuling colors in your wardrobe. I will go in more detail on later posts about that. Today on this post I want to focus on My personal Top Thirty essentials for building a foundation wardrobe. Here goes......                                                                                                              

Dark Denim

The perfect pair has the power to truly transform how you look and feel. Whether you dress ‘em up or dress ‘em down, dark denim jeans will always work, and always impress.

Cashmere Sweater

Treat it well, and a cashmere will last you a lifetime. The ultimate in wearable luxury, it layers on style, warmth, and eternal class in a practical, pretty way.

Leather Jacket

Not just for tough types, the leather jacket is an investment piece that only gets better with age. It’s both classic and edgy, making it a go-to statement layer that works from office to evening.

"A great leather jacket is the 'little black dress' of outerwear. It becomes sleek over a dress for a dinner out, or edgy with boyfriend jeans on a Saturday afternoon."

Sophia Prose

Chicago

Striped Shirt

A striped shirt says, “I work hard and play well with others.” Mix and match this easy pattern with other prints, brights, and neutrals to your heart’s content.

Black Dress

Whether it’s little or long, the world’s most universally-chic piece of clothing checks all of our boxes, all of the time. Look for finishing touches and interesting cuts that make yours feel special.

"Classic and polished year-round, the blazer provides an element of chic to dark denim and black skinny jeans."

Lindsay Smith

Dallas

Tailored Blazer

Slipping on a well-fitting blazer is always a smart idea. It’s the ideal layer for day or night, and looks best when perfectly cinched to accentuate your waist.

 

White Silk Blouse

Easy, breezy, and yes, beautiful. A silk blouse instantly elevates any outfit, whether you pair it with a skirt for work or jeans for play.

"The versatile white silk blouse is the ideal balance of power and femininity. And once you add a quarter tuck in the front, it's pure perfection."

Cory DeKing

Chicago

Structured Leather Bag

Quality leather lasts forever, and structure ensures it never looks sloppy. Opt for a tote that’s large enough to stash daily essentials but won’t border on briefcase size.

White Oxford Shirt

Quality, Wrinkle free, crisp white Oxford. it can be dressed up or down and is super classy.

Black Pumps

They look great with jeans or dressy pants. You can wear them with dresses and skirts. They dress up casual outfits and add a splash of class. A must have! Choose a heel height comfortable for you.

 

Basic Neutral T Shirts

Get quality t shirts because you will wear them a lot. Get a few in different neutral colors.

Black pencil Skirt

This skirt will look classy and sleek. it can be dressy or causal and is wardrobe essential.It looks best knee length or just or the knee cap.

   A Maxi Skirt

Pick one in a pattern you love. I love stripes. This is where you can add some personality to your basics

Black  Skinny Pants

Quality, structured, black pants look amazing on everyone. They look great under tunics and can be dressy or causal. Every gal some good black pants.

Black Caridigan Sweater

Choose a well made Black cardigan. you can go for structure or a loose style. Choose one that fits your style. I stick to classics.This is an essential layering item that works with everything.

Black Flats

Choose some adorable black flats. You can go with a ballet flat, or a trendy shoe. This is another self expression item.choose quality, you will use them a lot.

Gold Watch

A beautiful gold watch is classy and timeless. You can choose one that reflects your taste. You can't go wrong with this beautiful timepiece.

 

Pearl Stud Earrings

Beautiful pearl stud earrings look great with anything. They are a classic and beautiful addition to any wardrobe. When in doubt go with pearls.

A Leopard Scarf

This adds style to any of your neutral outfit pieces. It's classy and adds some pattern to your basics.If you don't like leopard you can choose another pattern

Brow Sandals

Can be worn with pants or dresses. They bring a causal feel to your classic wardrobe. The ultimate comfort shoe.

Black Riding Boots

Quality leather lasts forever, and structure ensures it never looks sloppy. Opt for a less trendy classic style so they will last for years.

Black Ankle Boots

Ankle boots are bit more trendy. Mostly because of cut and style. If you go classic you can wear them a long time, and they are bit more comfortable than riding boots.

White Sun Dress

It will never go out of style and is an excellent choice to have in your basics. it's like the LBD for summer

Tank Tops

This is a great way to add color to your basic wardrobe. You can wear them under blouses that are deep cut, to the beach, Working out, and even under cardigans. These will take you a long way.

Gold Bangles

A few beautiful gold bracelets is all you need to dress up any outfit. They are timeless and classic.

A Statement Necklace

This is a trendy item. It will take your fashion looks a long way. Pick one that reflects you, from bohemian to classic chic like Audrey Hepburn looks. You will be dazzling in a statement necklace

A Trench Coat

Warm enough for fall and perfect for rainy weather. It is a fashion statement and famously worn around the world. you can't fail in fashion in a beautiful trench coat.

Winter Pea Coat

My favorite winter coat for cold climates is a black pea coat. It's classy, warm and stylish. When a coat is the main thing seen in your wardrobe during winter, a pea coat makes a stylish statement.

A Dark Denim Jacket

Looks great with sundresses and can go with almost any of the basics of your wardrobe. it has a very causal feel and is a classic.

Floral Print Skirt

You can wear it with a blouse or t shirt. you can pair it with a striped shirt or jean jacket. It's so fun and versatile and adds some texture to your basic wardrobe

  The Joyful Life

 Designer

  Life Coach 

   Tiffany King 

     TheEmpoweringGift@gmail.com  

Super Charge Your Joy With Healing Inner Child Work... Keeping it real!

This Morning I went for a walk. It was a beautiful morning and I had just enjoyed a hot cup of Turmeric, Lemon & Honey Tea. I was pondering how I would be writing a post for the blog today.I was struggling with some self doubt, and painful childhood memories. They come on me suddenly you know, without warning. often times prompted near holidays. I'm sure Valentines Day triggered it this time. I asked myself. " What could I share that would be real, honest, and helpful? What Purpose Work have I done in my life on my journey that could help bring Joy into other peoples lives?" With these questions whirling around my cranium, I slipped in my earbuds and started listening to my morning meditation for healing the inner child. The words soothed my soul. The comfort of reprogramming negative messages from my childhood brought sweet relief.

 Today as the meditation gently flowed into my ears, The words spoke of healing my wounded self. Just then like dew from heaven, a sign that God knew my pain, and was aware of me. I came upon a little wounded woodpecker, just lying on the sidewalk injured. I gently picked him up and held him close. I could feel him shiver with fear. I walked home slowly cuddling the creature as my meditation continued in my earphones
 " You can be whole, you can be healed, you don't have to be wounded anymore." I knew God was letting me know the little bird would be OK and so would I.

  I have to be very focused and work very diligently on healing scars from living in a home where I had an alcoholic and drug addicted mother. It is the deep, dark, secret you know you should hide, but feel like it will break you if you don't reveal it from the housetops." I am an Adult child of an Alcoholic", and that, my friends, changes everything. One of the reasons my perspective was fogged over with grey colored lenses, why I see the world so negatively, is that I lived in a very destructive environment. I was not validated, I was shamed, neglected, and abused. I don't say these things to bring any condemnation down on my parents. I love them and honor that they did the best they knew  how with what they knew. I only reveal these facts to help anyone else who carries this dark secret to feel like it's OK to be honest. It is OK to be real.

 I have to work very hard now, to heal and connect with my real feelings. Feelings were not allowed in my home. Except the rage and narcissism my mother could exhibit of coarse. It was truly all about her and like generational damage, passed down like DNA, sometimes it's all about me now. Oh, how I fear becoming my Mother, and yet I am my Mother's daughter. It's wrenching pain. Now in consequence, I struggle with relationships. I am afraid of abandonment. I avoid emotional intimacy, I want friendship but push it away. I want love but feel I don't deserve it. I want to be a good parent, but I don't always know how. Who taught me? Where was my example? Why are all my feelings so conflicted?

 So in an effort not to be too gloomy, ( This Blog is about designing a Joyful Life, remember?) I just wanted to make it real...and help others understand where I am coming from. In order for the Journey into Joy to happen, the healing of the inner child must come first. If you have childhood wounds maybe some of the tools I have used will help you. I use guided meditations where I feel the love I never had before, wash over me and heal. I walk, pray, and read my scriptures. If God loves me who can abandon me or hurt me or make me afraid? I am a Member of The Church of Jesus Christ of latter Day Saints, which has given me an eternal hope, I go to  support groups, it helps too. I am grateful for learning that it is okay to take care of myself, and do nice things for myself. I like to garden, color, listen to music, write, Blog, learn photography, take bubble baths, practice French phrases, light candles and take time for myself when I need it. I learned to say "No" when something is too much commitment for me, when I am struggling. I don't beat myself up for it, or feel guilty about it.  My Father-in-Heaven loves me, He knows my story, He grants me mercy and healing. I didn't always  believe or do these things. When I discovered them, I was able to live a richer, fuller life. I was able to super charge my Joy! I am still healing, I know I will feel whole again someday. It takes time. I know I can make amends to my children for any lack that I had as a result of my ignorance or deprivation. Now that I feel I have been totally broken, I know how it feels to hit the bottom floor. It's all up from there. Now is time for restoration.It's time for self love, and it is powerful.

On an end note: I had Lily and my husband take the bird to the animal shelter, they will nurse him back to wholeness. And I my friends, like the wounded bird, will heal, and thrive, and grow, and love, and finally have a fullness of Joy. I know it's a risk to be this vulnerable, yet it's healing for me. I am just keeping it real, so you can too.

  The Joyful Life

 Designer

  Life Coach 

   Tiffany King 

     TheEmpoweringGift@gmail.com   

Here is a link to one meditation that helps me recover from the effects of being an Adult Child Of An Alcoholic. Share it with someone you know it can help.

30 Minute Healing Negative Childhood Brainwashing Meditation-Release Shame

Love Thyself

https://youtu.be/eLmw9Zromr8

Crash Course On Overcoming Adversity!

Fashion Favorites Friday : 6 Make-Up Artist Must Haves!

 Hello Friends! Welcome to Fashion Favorites Friday! Here are 6 items I am absolutely in love with as a Make-up Artist! There are a few other brands I will share in later posts. These are just some of my Favs! So what are we waiting for....Let's get beautiful!


First is Foundation. I think the coverage and brightness of Even Better blows many foundations away. It is light and airy and flawless. A must have in my beauty bag!

Even Better™ Makeup Broad Spectrum SPF 15

Benefits: Evens Skin Tone, SPF

Skin Types: 2, 3

Wear oil-free, dermatologist-developed Even Better Makeup SPF 15 and something amazing happens: Without any makeup, see improved clarity, a more even skin tone, visibly diminished age spots. For all ethnicities. In just 4 to 6 weeks. Broad spectrum SPF helps protect against future darkening. For continued benefits-even after you take it off-partner with Even Better Clinical Dark Spot Corrector. 

 

 Next is the world famous and favorite Bronzer! I have tried every brand I can find and still I am in love with Cliniques loose bronzer! Let the sun-kissed glow begin!

Blended Face Powder and Brush

Benefits: Evens skin tone, wear alone or over foundation

Skin Types: All

Clinique's signature blended powder. Loose, lightweight texture is right for every type of skin. Sets and perfects makeup, makes pores seem to disappear. Airy, skin-hugging formula delivers a reliably flawless finish. 

 

I don't choose my products by popularity or brand name or even price. As a make-up artist I have discovered you can find amazing products at every price point. This cream eye-shadow is a great example. Want your powder eye-shadow to last all day? Apply this under the powder and whaa Laaa! All day staying power!

e.l.f. Smudge Pot Cream Eyeshadow

 

  This smooth gel formula glides on perfectly. Use it as a long-lasting eyeshadow or eyeliner! Enriched with Vitamin E to nourish and hydrate the delicate eye area.

Again Elf has some fantastic buys! Here is another must have! Want that trendy cat eye for a great price? This one is smooth, easy to handle, and lasts all day. Don't let the price fool ya! It rocks!

 

 

e.l.f. Waterproof Eyeliner Pen

 

• Hold applicator at a slight angle and apply color to the base of the lashes.
• Use a light touch for thin lines or a firmer touch for thicker lines.
• Removal is easy, use a water based makeup remover.
• Best stored with tip down for ultimate color saturation.
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 Did I say I am in love with long, fluttery lashes? Of coarse, it's a make-artist dream!! This seriously will give you that length you have been looking for without the price of extensions or the messy glue of falsies. You do need patience, and smooth pull through the lashes. You may need a eyelash comb as well. You will love what happens when you use this magic stuff!

Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes+

Increase your average lash volume by up to 400%!

 Go wherever your mood takes you with the wildly popular Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes+. Whether you're feeling sexy, sultry, classy, or shy, this revolutionary lash enhancer allows you to flaunt your inner beauty to the world.

 My newest, amazing, and to die for favorite lip color! My daughters friend introduced me to it...and can I just say I have been waiting for this all my make-up life! It won't smear, rub off, or wear off. It won't get on your teeth or kiss away! You have to have this one in your beauty bag!

 LipSense^®
LipSense Liquid Lip Color

The premier product for SeneGence^®, LipSense is a patented, amazing departure from conventional lipsticks and lip colors. LipSense is versatile in that you can mix shades to create a number of effects.

• Unique product is waterproof and does not kiss off, smear off, rub off, or budge off!
• Does not dry out your lips – it works to restore the moisture content
• Color lasts anywhere between 4 and 18 hours

Tune in next Friday for More Fashion Favorites! A pretty face can bring a burst of Joy! Hope your getting your Sparkle on!!!  

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