How To Fake It

     Okay, so you're running late, you're exhausted, and you look like you haven't slept at all this year. Your hair is tied up for 3 days now and giving a new meaning to "Messy Bun." Your make up motivation is non existent today AND you are out of Red bull. *Gasp!

    Let me help you Miss Hard Working QUEEN. Here are some tips and tricks that I have picked up over the years to help me "Fake It Till I Make It."

• Let's start with your Hair. Messy buns are easy to fix up with very little effort needed. Grab a handful of bobby pins and pin that sucker into place. Remember, there's a fine line between Messy Cute and Hot Mess. So take a little water and smooth everything down if needed.
• The star of the show for this hair challenge will be decorative pins and clips. Click here for some perfect options.

   Okay, now that we have your hair fixed up, let's move on, shall we? 

• Let's grab our makeup bag. <<<That one has smiley faces on it and will instantly make you happy. #TrueFact
• Now, use powder foundation to even out any imperfections.
• add a little blush so you're not flat and to make you look more awake.
• Use the blush, or bronzer, as eyeshadow. You don't even need a brush. Just put a couple swipes on each eye with your finger. 
• Slap a coat of mascara on those lashes
• Then, finish everything off with your favorite lipstick. This (and Mascara) are KEY to this life hack.

   So, I swear, it will probably take you longer to read this article than it will to do these steps. Just trust me and try it! Don't give up on me now, we've made it to the final step! *insert audience applause

     Last but not least, lets pick out an outfit. On days like this, I usually hate having to wear a bra....or pants....and I don't have the energy to try and piece an outfit together. Can you relate? So here's my secret go to hack for those days I'm driving the struggle bus.

   Dresses. Dresses look put together, you don't have to wear pants...or a bra if you pick the right one, and no one will know if you spent a bunch of time planning out your outfit or just threw something on. 

    It's too cold outside for dresses you say? no no no. Just wear the insulated sheer tights. those will keep you warm!

    Bonus Points for shoes today. One day, when I was all over the map, I walked out the door with my slippers on. Thankfully, I caught it before I got too far. If it is fall or winter time, Boots are the easy option. Spring and summer? I'd go with some strappy sandals. 

    CONGRATS! You've passed the Hot Mess Express Test Today! Great job faking it! Your Coworkers and the other moms at the PTO meeting are going to ask you how you have the time and energy to be so put together! 

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Thanks for reading! 

-Alexis Nicole

Prestige Boutique