Miss Perfect? - The Art of Imperfection
"Little Miss Perfect"
Perfect Hair
Perfect Face
Perfect Clothes
Perfect House
Perfect Spouse or Partner
Perfect Family
"Being Perfect is Simply Perfectly Exhausting"
The film Just Go With It (2011) is a zany, fun filled and crazy story coated with lies and tall tales under the Hawaiian sunshine. Nicole Kidman, plays Devlin who is Jennifer Aniston's, Katherine, arch rival from college. Aniston runs into Miss Perfect - Devlin in Hawaii listens to how fantastic Devlin's life is since they both left college. Devlin has the perfect spouse, the perfect hair, the perfect makeup and the perfect life with oodles of perfect money. Yet, is this really true? Aniston caught up in the madness wants to compete with Devlin to prove that her life is just as perfect as Devlin's. See the movie. One to be watched over and over again. Yes, it is that fun and enjoyable!
"I think what makes people fascinating is conflict, it's drama, it's the human condition. Nobody wants to watch perfection."
Nicolas Cage
The art of perfection is causing "a winter of discontent" both mentally and physically in society for women of all ages. The obsession to remain eternally twenty and rail thin is rampant throughout magazines, online and with peers of all generations. Discussions on the latest fillers, skin treatments and how to remain frozen in time while maintaining a waif silhouette are mind blogging. Food issues are paramount and touted by many to the point of absolute absurdity. In fact, recently a close friend commented that in Los Angeles, California restaurants are refusing to recreate a dish without an ingredient and instead are promoting what is on the menu. Of course, some food issues are concerning and those carrying an EpiPen are quite a different matter that is respected and can be accommodated. Additionally, with the advent of social media "keeping up with the Jones" flashing the very best, having children attend the "right" schools or creating a Martha Stewart showpiece home or event are dilemmas that can cause angst, social unrest and insecurity. Let's reflect back to yesterday, examine the folly of seeking perfection and find a new balance that is all about the importance of imperfection.
"Perfection is a Myth! & Control is an Infantile Illusion"
Imperfection and Chaos are the ONLY Reality
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The Woman
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The Home Front
II. The Hollow Home Front - Stop the Perfection: The obsession for the perfect home with every piece of furniture in place amongst stately McMansions with approximately two children, the right schools, china, crystal, sterling, decorations and ambience is front and center. Unfortunately, trying to keep a house "perfect", children in check, life in a pristine balance is completely and utterly unattainable. There will always be days of chaos that upset the formal picture painted for the outside world. Social media increases the craziness of "trying " to design a crafted illusion that often crumbles into dust leaving a person feeling inadequate. In fact, the pursuit of precision and elegance is tragically lost when formulating an impeccable front for peers, friends and families. Famous interior decorators such as Sister Parish strived for the opposite of perfection and instead emphasized comfort and warmth. Comfort and warmth are derived from magazines, books, throws, pillows, real flowers, photographs, layers against layers, animals and casual items strewn about a house. These elements symbolize "life" and not a staged show room filled with furniture. Additionally, when entertaining do not fret over everything being in place, after all guests rarely inspect another's home with a fine tooth comb of comparison. The guests are coming over to see you and not the surroundings. Of course, cleanliness is paramount when entertaining. Bring out excellent and non-complicated food, wines and beverages, excellent conversation and open the doors to the warmth and love in your home.
Do it today. Do something different. Leave something out that normally isn't on display or forget to do one thing that adds a bit to the home. Break free from perfection and add casual elegance back into the format of living in a lovely abode.
Never Compare!
YOU ARE UNIQUE! YOUR LIFE IS UNIQUE!
And, never compare with a peer, friend or family. Never. What may look grand on the outside might be cold and empty on the inside. Studies have shown that those who make less $75K a year tend to be happier than those making millions. In other words focus on your own world and do not covet thy neighbor! Carpe Diem!
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The Top Ten - Tips to be Eternally Vibrant
2. Diet & Exercise - Keep Moving: Feeling good, looking good and exuding energy with a positive attitude stems from a healthy diet and exercise. Whether it is walking everyday, running, lifting weights, playing tennis, swimming, cleaning house, gardening or making dinner - keep on moving. Enjoy life, exercise, have a cookie now and then and remain moving Activity is the key even when the body begins to age. A mobile body equals a healthy mind and healthy body.
3. Reading, Reading & Reading: Pick up a book, pick up the newspaper, read online and be abreast of the world around. Reading will increase vocabulary, strengthen writing skills and will make one extraordinarily interesting. After all conversation is important and the more one reads and acquires knowledge then the more self confident they become when conversing both written and verbal.
"Interested is Interesting!"
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.”
Dr. Seuss, "I can Read With My Eyes Shut!
4. Skincare - Clear Skin!: Wash the face morning and night, moisturize and most importantly use sun screen everyday. The number one goal is to have clear skin. French women receive facials monthly, moisturize and take care of both the face and body. The idea is to show off clean, moisturized skin at all times. A dermatologist is a must for keeping the skin soft and clear. It is often a trial and error process when choosing a skincare regime. Research, talk to dermatologists and follow instructions.
Sad Examples of Too Much....
6. Makeup - Enhance a Beautiful Face: Learn how to accentuate features on a face with artfully placed makeup. Add drama and enjoy the results. Department stores often have classes or product makeup sessions. Sign up, join in the fun and learn how to enhance the beautiful you.
7. Hair - Magnificent Mane of Hair: Keep hair silky and shiny using excellent products. Cut hair regularly and color if needed. The length of hair depends on age. When youthful long hair is simply divine. However, take care of it with regular haircuts. As a beautiful woman ages, hair styles change a little bit. When over 40, long hair remains long if it is gorgeously maintained. Yet, shoulder length is preferable. Be careful cutting hair super short unless one can rock the look with confidence and style.
8. Apparel - Sport the Neutrals: A wardrobe filled with basics in neutral colors solves daily pulling outfits together in a flash. The neutrals consist of black, grey, camel and winter white. Purchase pants, turtlenecks, skirts, sheath dresses, sweaters and blouses in neutral hues and finish with pops of color or another neutral hue. The object of minimal dressing is to show off you rather than the outfit. Forever Chic Style this Fall & Winter Fashion 2014 is all about The Lady in Grey. Check it out.
“Women think of all colors except the absence of color. I have said that black has it all. White too. Their beauty is absolute. It is the perfect harmony.”
Coco Chanel
9. Pops of Color or Leopard: Add in vibrant color hues to any outfit. The extra pizzazz will spice up an ensemble with instant sparkle.
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