I’m going to a speech tournament and I have to dress up. It has to be formal and no jeans are allowed. How can I look more sophisticated and smart? I need some makeup tips, too.
Hey, girl! Good luck in the tourney. We’ve got a couple of awesome options for ya. They’re formal, but not too grown up or stuffy.
Option #1: The New Romantic
A lace top, A-line skirt and a fuzzy cardi look super-sweet. Wear some tights and a pair of retro-inspired booties.
Want a super-trendy (and way sophisticated) skirt option? Try one with a peplum top.
Option #2 Prettied-up Pants
A top with tuxedo ruffles puts a girly spin on dress pants. Try on a classic jacket and add dark, funky flats to liven it up.
Too dramatic? Opt for a jewel-toned cardi.
Makeup
Since you’re gonna be in situation where people are listening to what you have to say, you don’t wanna distract them with bright eye shadow and glitzy glitter.
On your eyes
If you’re going for a more formal, professional look, keep your eyes natural. You want people to see you when they are watching you, not your make-up.
Since you already have some definition on your top lids, choose a soft, neutral brown shadow.
Keep lips moisturized (but not over-glossed!) by swiping on your fave balm. Oh, and don’t forget to get rid of chipped nail polish!
-Megan Parker
BY CAITLIN R. ON 10/20/2009 3:38:00 PM 97 COMMENTS