Rutendo Chidawanyika
WOMEN love attention! That’s just the truth. Be it attention from the opposite sex or from other sisters; any attention is good. There is a silver lining between being confident and seeking attention.
We often claim to dress for ourselves but in all honesty we do dress for the opposite sex most times to compete against each other. While some fashion trends exude confidence, some just scream “LOOK AT ME”. When the dress code is black, some show up in a gold dress. If the trend happens to be boots, some want the highest or the brightest colour boot in order to stand out.
So ladies, these are some trends that make us look super thirsty for attention:
Instagram eyebrows — these are still in, in case you were wondering. We have got the stencils to improve our drawing craft. Bad eyebrows are a no-no, however, some women obsess with having the perfect brow. A good brow does make one look more attractive. Your eyebrows don’t have to be too perfect on a daily basis. Spending five minutes every morning on brows because every day is slay day. On some days just do them lightly.
Too much makeup — some may argue that there is no such thing as ‘‘too much’’ makeup. I’m here to tell you that, yes there is! Day makeup and night makeup aren’t the same. Some makeup will be so thick, like you just stepped out of the Black Opal factory. Unless you work in the cosmetics department or are attending a function there is no reason to step in Pick and Pay looking like Barbie doll. During the day subtle makeup is enough.
Exaggerated nails — what’s life without a bit of drama? Having the sparkliest nails or the sharpest or brightest or even the craziest; has become a competition among women. It seems the crazier the better. Sometimes a French manicure is clean and neat.
Trying to look like Rihanna — Rihanna can make anything look good. Not you. Don’t raid your mum’s 70s closet, make us think we went back in time when we see you. Celebrities have stylists and you don’t, so stop trying to look like them because they don’t look like that every day. Rihanna is a fashion icon and role model to most, old or young. She does dress fashionably and we can’t help but want to imitate her. However, some take it 10 notches too far. It’s ok to admire her style but let’s leave Bad girl Not dressing for your body type — (clears throat). If you have an apple shape body maxi dresses are for you. Skinny jeans with body hugging tops aren’t for every body type. We know women follow fashion trends but don’t go with anything, do make sure it suits you. The thing with body types; some trends looks better on slim women and some look good on thick women. Thick girls can rock leggings as well as cocktail dresses that are flowy. Try it on and ask how you look.
Crazy hairstyles — the crazy references are bright coloured hair dos. Overly done hair, over the top outrageous colours looking like a rainbow. Simplicity is always a win. When it comes to hair it all depends on the age. The younger you are the easier it is to get away with some of these hairdos. Some are just crazy like the pink hair or trying the Amber Rose look. Oh well, if you are a fashionista you probably can get away with anything.
Skin bleaching — this beauty/fashion trend seems here to stay. At the end of your day it’s your body, your decision. Most dark-skinned women feel that being light in complexion makes you much more attractive. Genevive Nnaji, Kelly Rowland, Lupita Nyongo, Danai Gurira; beg to differ. The problem with bleaching is it ruins your skin long term.
Shoes we can’t walk in — Do not wear heels if you cannot walk in them. Attention is good sometimes, but when you start walking like a baby giraffe learning how to walk, we have a problem. Just get the most comfortable heel. Having bad feet from trying to please people isn’t worth it.
Do not go the extra mile to look a certain way. Just be yourself, look classy and sophisticated. LESS IS MORE and SIMPLICITY IS THE ULTIMATE SOPHISTICATION. — Additional information from online sources.
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