What Do You See In The Mirror
What do you see in the mirror? Are you your worst critic? I know that when I look in the mirror, I am always picking out my flaws. Why do we do this? Do men do this, too?
It all starts in the morning when I am putting on my makeup. I use one of the 5X magnification mirrors to apply all my makeup, and that really, really, shows everything. Your pores look huge in those things! There is not a wrinkle, or fine line, that won’t show up.
After that wonderful experience, I move on to the changing my clothes phase, in front of two huge mirrors in the bathroom. I have tried to put my clothes on with the lights turned off, but I couldn’t find my things. Haha There is just nothing good that is going to come from standing in front of a mirror in your bra and panties. NOTHING!
But why do we feel this way? I read a story once about this lady. She is quite famous in some circles, but I am not going to mention her name. She talks about how she was never considered a beauty. She said she is short in stature, rotund in girth, has frizzy unruly hair, and just overall not a classical beauty type. (Her inside is pure gold) One day, she was having makeup applied, and the makeup artist commented that this woman had perfect lips. She was thrilled because she now had something of a physical nature that made her proud. She said from that moment on, she always thought about her perfect lips as she applied her lipstick.
We all have something that makes us unique and special. Do we even take the time to acknowledge this? My husband has many fine qualities, but one I have always envied is, his perfectly formed feet. He has those toes that go from little to big in perfect form. I have the type where the toe, next to the big toe, is longer. I like his better. Haha Maybe you have a graceful neck, your eyes are beautiful, or you have long fingers. It can be a multitude of things.
If I was picking out my best asset, it would probably be my hair. It is thick and usually easy to style. Bertha has the softest skin known to mankind, a baby has nothing on her. And Sandy has gorgeous hair and a beautiful smile.
Your homework is to look in the mirror each day for your best asset. Acknowledge how wonderful you are in your own unique way. THEN, I want you to tell a friend, or a family member, what you think their best asset is. You will probably make their day.
Now, for the outfit details. The chambray shirt is from Old Navy. I have worn this multiple times, and I like it better each time I wear it. I can’t believe how versatile a shirt like this can be. If you don’t have one already, you need to find one you like. The jeans are Old Navy as well. They are high-rise Rock Star distressed jeans. What I like about this pair is, the level of distress in small, so you get a modern look but not too youthful. Some people do not like the heavily distressed jeans, so this is a nice compromise. The crochet vest is an old one I bought at Cato’s and is no longer available, but here is a fun one with fringe. The necklace was a gift from Sandy. It is from a boutique we shop called the Neck’d Ladies. I have on my renegade bracelet, and my Michael Kors watch. The khaki colored ankle boots were from Cato’s several years ago. They are not very comfortable, so I don’t wear them often. Here is pair that looks similar.
BTW, thank you for making my friends feel right at home. If you missed their posts, look here and here. I bet you didn’t know that I was the quiet one of the bunch. Haha
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You’re absolutely right! Find the positive! Life is too short to always think about the negative! Easier said than done but a goal to strive for every day. I love your look and attitude! The denim on denim looks great on you! How do you pull it off so well? I will have to try it. And the jewelry always looks great. I always feel silly when I add the accessories like I’m playing dress up! I guess I need to work on self confidence!! Have a great day!
What a great stylish outfit! Just found your blog through another blogger. I’ve looked through some of your past posts & picked up some great ideas already! But today’s outfit really hit the mark for me! Have a question though, where do I find jeans such as yours in the color you are showing, only in a Curvy fit? I’m a 60 year old 5’4″, curvy size 16 Grammy! I’m afraid with my larger thighs, I don’t want anything tight to accentuate that area. I love the look of a slim ankle jean, but I don’t want a skinny jean. I’m in rural Northeast PA, and have only a few major chain stores to pick from. I’m dying to find a vest like what you wearing, as well!
I am glad you found me Gina! Old Navy does offer a curvy fit, and I will occasionally buy that fit. You need to go into the store and try on a few different fits and styles to see which one works best for you.
Thank you for that info! I really could use a new chambray blouse so I was thinking of stopping in Old Navy. I’ll give their jeans a try as well!
Gina, I’m from Washington state and saw your comment. Another place you can try is Amazon…believe it or not, I have ordered some cute clothes from them. Read the reviews before you buy. They ship fast. You can try on in the comfort of your home and returns are extremely easy…give it to your postal carrier! I just ordered a long vest similar to Tania’s in olive green. Love it! Hope this helps. Keep on styling yourself and don’t forget to smile!!!
Thank you Sally! Never thought to give Amazon a try, although I do order other items from them! I’m crazy about that vest Tania is wearing!
I enjoy your blog so much! At almost 70, I don’t consider myself old either. Like others, I agree we are our worst critics. This is a flaw of mine, but the older I get I realize it’s just me and that’s not the way others see me at all. For the last year, I’ve let God highlight my hair and I couldn’t be happier! He’s done a great job and underneath the color was beautiful snow colored hair. Each day I thank him! This is definitely my best asset. Enjoy your day!
I felt like you were describing me as I’m short with frizzy hair. Ha! But I’ve learned that my hair is one of my best features when I add enough product to make it curl properly. I have a simple kar old navy shirt and live the way you style it!
The blouse/shirt looks great! I looked it up on their website and noticed that it is 100% cotton…. how does it wash up? Do you throw it in the dryer or hang to dry? Wondering if it comes out quite wrinkled requiring ironing. I have a couple of shirts similar to this and because they need a lot of ironing I rarely wear them, so I am curious about this one. Would love your input. xo
My biggest flaws right now are my hair. Being on medications has thinned it out so much that it’s not to my liking much these days. AND, my waistline has disappeared due to menopausal stuff… like not being able to control the hand to mouth disease with food. LOL Prior to these issues I was completely happy looking in the mirror. My 60’s have not been kind to me.
It does wash up well, Diane. The only thing that looks bad, straight out of the dryer, is the pocket flaps and sometimes the hem. I have been known (don’t tell this) to use my hair straightener on the pocket flaps and the hem, and head out. Hahaha!
GREAT idea about using the flat iron for pocket flaps! LOL…I have a similar shirt (maybe it’s the same) and I find that it does great if I don’t put it in the dryer but shake it out HARD straight out of the washer, smooth the pocket flaps down and hang to dry. That vest is AH-dorable. Too bad Cato doesn’t have it any longer!
Loved being introduced to your friends the past few days! They are precious! Thanks for this post about finding the good in ourselves- it took me years to figure out what I really liked about my face and it did take someone else to point it out to me. I notice that my daughters ( in their 30’s) are much more confident in their looks than I ever was! I love the denim shirt and jeans along with the vest and boots. I have some similar pieces and have worn this look often on the weekends. By the way, along with gorgeous hair, you have beautiful eyes and an adorable smile that is so genuine.
We are fearfully and wonderfully made. ? So true that we see lots of flaws, and you’re right we should look for a least one thing we like. If we find one we’re sure to feel differently and maybe find another. Just caught up on your posts – what a hoot reading about your friends. How fabulous are the times you must have together ?. Really like your outfit today. You do denim on denim well. Have a great day.
What a great topic. I’m always picking out my flaws so I will take your advice. On to your outfit, it’s adorable. I love the necklace, and you have the right knack for pulling everything together.
I had a sentence that didn’t get finished & I wasn’t sure how to edit the comment. Lol. I think how you dress shows how you feel about your job & your daily life, too!
I agree. It easy to pick out flaws. I do think the older I get, the less concerned I am with my flaws. I try to look my best each day. I wore an outfit yesterday with some spring colors & a matching necklace. I know I’m rushing the season, but this rain & dreary weather we have been having needed some brightness. I got so many compliments on it during the day. (even though one of my friends said my poncho looked like a beach towel! Lol.). I think the way a person dresses reflects how they feel abRight now, I can’t decide on a hairstyle, so I think that’s my biggest flaw. It’s in between styles & aggravating me. I do enjoy your blog each day. I like the way you mix classic items with a few trendy ones.
I have been dying to wear spring clothes myself, Stacia. But, I am trying to see if there is any winter clothing still left in my closet that I need to style first. Starting in March , I will be going toward more spring type looks. Thanks for reading along.
Hello Tania,
I love you taste and flare in clothing and accessories! I particularly love the necklace in you February 24th post ” What Do You See In the Mirror” where can I find a big/chunky rock necklace like this?
Thanks for sharing!
That was a gift from my friend Sandy. Sorry Lisa. I think she bought it at a woman’s club convention from one of the vendors.