I'm a Jeans Girl...' Kate Henshaw-Nuttal, the actress and now columnist, is endowed with a good feminine shape. Aside from her good shape, she has such a unique style that distinguishes her in any gathering. Though, a style chameleon ' dressing boho fabulous one day and effortlessly glamorous the next ' Kate has remained an adorable fashion muse to many. Her style is simple and chic.Getting Kate signature Shop for your bodyCut and fit is crucial when building a wardrobe. Some women don't always buy what's best for their bodies, but what's best on the models. Go through your closet and get rid of anything that doesn't fit your body. However, you can salvage ill-fitting items by taking them to the tailor to fix. When buying new clothes, spend some time in the dressing room to really assess if it's right for your body. Never buy something that doesn't follow your bodyline. Look for things that enhance your waist and hips. If you are not content with your frame, it doesn't mean you must hide it under large clothes.Polish look'Style is not just about the clothes, it is the total package 'from the hair to the shoe,' Kate says. One of the most difficult things to achieve in fashion is that precious, perfectly polished look for which you have to spend 'tons of money' and 'loads of time' on. But the fascination of a 'glamour girl' that exudes is worth every penny and second of it. Get perfect hairYour hair is crucial for your image, as nobody looks beautiful in greasy crown; so, keep your hair clean all the time. For oily hair, wash it every one or two days, but if yours is the dry type, then two or three days would be ideal. Use the right shampoo for your hair to prevent dandruff and damage of your scalp.Apart from her outfits, Kate hair looks perfect always. Of course, as a diva, it has to be.Have flawless skinYour face and body need special care. Like Kate, keep your face free of acne and wrinkles as much as you can. More so, avoid getting red spots on your skin (from allergies, stress or harsh attempts to remove zits) and blackheads too. Get wears, makeup that enhance your features Many women who wear makeup on regular basis actually know nothing about it. Tap from the celebrity style;your makeup has to be light, natural and just a bit shiny.In addition to that, choose brands such as Chanel, Lancme, Dior, Stila, Givenchy, Guerlain, Estee Lauder and so on. Just like Kate, you can also go for Victoria Secret lip-gloss and MAC blot powder. The textures should be smooth and somewhat transparent, so your skin can be vaguely seen through them. One of the most important things is, never go to bed without removing your make-up; it makes your face look horrible over time. Smell nicePerfume is, perhaps, the most personal type of cosmetic, because it says a lot about your personality. Get some fabulous new clothesThere are some of the factors that determine if you're glamorous or not. Go for clean and simple cuts, which show the line of your body. Avoid clothes that look too old, sporty or messy. It is very important that you choose the image you wish to portray.Casual and glamorousYou can dress casually and still look glamorous. You don't have to wear a long dress every time you go out. Look elegant; spot a pair of black skinny jeans, high heels and a silk top. 'I am a jeans girl. I am comfortable in jeans and T-shirt or maybe a long cocktail dress. When I feel a bit daring, then maybe a short dress, but not too short because I always like being comfortable in whatever I wear,' Kate says. Put on some jewelriesJewelry gives a sparkly touch to everything you wear. During the day, make it simple, but in the evening, feel free to put on diamonds, pearls or precious gems and metals of your choice.Kate's jewelry tips are: 'if you must wear a pearl necklace, don't wear another type with the same outfit. For the pearl necklace, choose pearl earrings. For a diamond necklace go for diamond earrings. For a gold necklace, do not do silver bracelets, but only gold.' Learn to shop correctlyWhen it comes to shopping, Kate loves doing it both in Nigeria and Paris. The key to having a fabulous wardrobe is to know how to shop, especially if you're one of those women who view shopping more as a hobby than a process you have to master to make the right fashion decisions. One of the secrets of shopping is to scan the general outlook of the clothes and find out what type of store it is, examine the fabrics, look at the designs'make sure it flatter your body type' and try it on.Know what clothes look good on youKate is indeed one of the best-dressed celebs; she knows the right clothes for her body. Unless you have exactly the same proportions as the mannequins in the shop windows, not all clothes look perfect on you; even supermodels have different body types. If you have apple-shaped body like Kate (average shoulders and breasts, fat belly, not much of a waist and average hips and legs), you must create the illusion of a defined waist and enhance your shoulder and hip. Try wearing jackets that make your shoulders appear wider, high-waisted tops and classic jeans.Invest is some good quality shoes.'I do have a huge shoe fetish; anywhere I see shoes as long as they look good I will buy. I buy at least the absolutely necessary shoes: a pair of classic black shoes; a pair of sandals; a pair of flat boots for bad weather; a pair of elegant boots; a pair of flat shoes and a pair of sport shoes.' She adds, get different shoe colours in your 'shoe collection.' Look for classic shapes; as for details, search for lace, crystals or buckles; they're timeless and add a bit of uniqueness to the shoe. Make sure you buy quality shoes; they last longer.'Show off your new glamour style!Kate's style is simple, edgy, classic, glamorous and trendy. During the day, she loves her casual look, T-shirt and jeans, but at night, she dons eye-catching pieces. Don't be a fashion slaveMost of the clothes that appear on the runway are often exaggerated, dramatic and 'unwearable'. Try to make a distinction between tasteful trend and designer's fantasies. Find your own fashion signature. It can be everything; from red shoes to butterfly hair clips, from V-necks to skinny jeans; find something that you like and try to include it in all of your outfits. It's part of your personal style. She says, 'my style is simple and I do not follow trends. I'm just myself and wear whatever I feel comfortable in.' Go with designers that define youKate appreciates Nigerian designers; she says, 'I love JD7 because she deals with a futuristic approach to tailoring; and Frank Oshodi, his clothing fits like a glove; you definitely need to have a great figure because he practically pins the dress on you. I also love Taiye and Vivienne Westwood; in fact, Nigerian designers have a lot to offer.' Look fit'My firm body is as a result of the exercises I do. I also watch what I eat. If you definitely want to look good those are the things you have to do.
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