The Evolution of Beauty

Have you ever asked yourself what is beauty???? In recent months this has been one of the questions I have consistenetly asked myself due to realizing for many years I have struggled with low self-esteem. I realized I struggled with low self-esteem due to society's standards of beauty, things people have said to me, and about me (family and friends), and how men have treated me.

Society's standards of beauty for a woman are so harsh to the point that women feel like they are not beautiful or less than a woman if they do not meet those standards. Society tells a woman she needs straight or relaxed hair, she needs to shave because it's lady like, she needs to be a certain size, and society is even bias towards certain skin complexions. Down through the years I have had men to tell me that I am pretty for a dark skin girl, and I even had a man who tried to date me, but when I didn't want him, he told me I was not his type because I wasn't light skinned with naturlly curly hair!!! Really dude!!!! Now when I see this man he's engaged to an Asian girl who looks like she has been through many hardships in life!!!

I have been told that I need a relaxer because my hair is too nappy!!!! Really people!!! Why is it that we as black women aren't  taught to love who we are??? My hair, skin complexion, looks, and my educaiton does not define the woman that I am. It amazes me how these stipulations are put on women, but are never put on men!!!! Ladies, we are beautiful regardless to society's standards. Relaxers, perms, make-up, botox, shaving, waxing, contouring, and so on does not define our beauty. I do not have a problem with any of these beauty regimens, but I do have a problem with women making these things a priority in defining what beauty is. If a woman chooses not to do these thing, it does not make her less than a woman!!! Beauty is defined by who you are (character), not what you are!!! Ladies you are beautiful no matter what they say (society)!!! Don't be afraid to rock that natural you!!! It's okay to rock your beauty regimen, but don't let it define you!!!!!

With love and beauty,

The Whit Michelle

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Whit Michelle Boutique's Fashions

Holiday season is here ladies!!!! We women always need new items to wear to turn the heads of the crowd, and to make our significant other say, WOW, look at my woman,(LOL)!!!! This fashionista is rocking one of Whit Michelle Boutique's pieces, the bell sleeved button down blouse!!! Ladies you can rock this with a cape jacket, leather pants, leggings, or a leather skirt. This blouse would even go great with a sequin skirt or sequin pants.

When I say this ruffle skirt gives your outfit so much life, it will make you never want to take this skirt off!!! There have been times where I wanted to wear this skirt two days in a row!!! Ladies this skirt will go great with nude pumps, royal blue pumps, red pumps, pink pumps, and so much more. I would wear a white blouse or a blouse with different types of print!!! You can't go wrong with this skirt!!

The Ruffle Victorian style blouse is my all time favorite!!! This blouse is so classy and elegant, and it's a statement piece that you will not see on every woman!!! Pair this blouse with jeans, leather, sequin, leggings, and pearls ladies!!!!

Live In Style,

The Whit Michelle

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Fringe and more fringe!!!!!

                                                        This fashionista slayed!!!!!!

What can we sa about fringe??? Fringe is a staple piece in fashion that was originated by Native Americans, which served as a type of gutter that repelled rainwaterfrom the wearer. Fringe really became popular in the 1960's by the hippie movement (encyclopedia.com).
Fringe is one of fashion's staple pieces! You can never go wrong wearing fringe, you see fringe in all of the fashion magazines, fashion runways, stores, and on everday people.

I must say this fashionista slayed these fringe pants purchased from Whit Michelle Boutique! The fringe on these pants are like no other that I have seen. The fringe are the focal point of these pants that will have people looking at you saying those are some cute pants!!!! These are some skinny leg pants with a fringe overlay over the pants, the ants are a polyester rayon blend. The fringe pants are made on a MC Hammer style pants from back in the day and do run a little big ladies. Who will be the next fashionista to sla these pants?


With Style and Grace,

Whit Michelle

Owner/CEO of Whit Michelle Boutique

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Sunday's Best Fashion from Whit Michelle Boutique!

                                     Who said you couldn't look fashionable for church!!!!!! 

Fashion is something I love, fashion is not only a gift God has given to me, but it is something that I use for a business, as well as a ministry. I put this look together to wear to church this past Sunday. This look came exclusively from Whit Michelle Boutique! 

The blouse is a polyester, sheer, bow blouse. I love this blouse! The blouse is fitted on the sleeve and then flares out at the bottom of the sleeves. This blouse will surely make heads turn, and will have people asking, where did you get that blouse?

The skirt is a bold green with a silhouette fit and a ruffle accent that really gives your skirt that creative style!!!! Both of these items ladies are one of a kind statement pieces!!!! Shop this look at www.whitmichelleboutique.com

With Style and Grace,

The Whit Michelle

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Bell bottoms are in!!!!!!!!!!

Have you ever heard of the saying fashion just repeats itself??????? Well, fashion most certainly does repeat itself. Growing up I remember how Thelma from Good Times really rocked her bell bottoms, and she rocked them with such style and grace!!!! Only a true fashionista can really rock a pair of bell bottoms, I promise you, heads will turn when you rock a pair of these bell bottom jeans from Whit Michelle Boutique!!! Take a peak at how this fashionista rocked her bell bottoms from Whit Michelle Boutique!

This fashionista slayed these bell bottom jeans so well! So many people would turn their nose up at these pants, but I want to tell you that these pants are such a classic, and they add some spunk to your outfit!

With style and grace,

The Whit Michelle

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Whit Michelle Styles Black, White, and Red!

What is fashion with out black, white and red??!!!! Black and white will always be classic colors that you can wear anywhere, whether it be on an interview, to church, or to a social event. You never have to worry about what color to put with black and white because everything compliments black and white. If I must be a little bias, red always looks the best with black and white. Once you add red to a black and white outfit, it just makes the outfit pop, and it brings so much attention to you and your outfit. Adding red to your outfit will surely turn heads wherever you may be!!!!!

This ruffle black and white polka dot dress with a dash of red was one of my vintage store finds. The material of this dress is 100% polyester so it can be washed right at home, and there is no need to take it to the cleaners!!! This dress is a style from the mid 80's to the early 90's. I purchased this dress from the vintage shop FOUND located in Memphis, Tn on broad Ave. Guess what fashionistas??!!!! I only paid $10 for this dress!!! This was a great deal!!! My shoes came from the one and only Whit Michelle Boutique!!!! These shoes are coated in red rhine stones!!! These shoes can be purchased on my website at www.whitmichelleboutique.com

Thanks for reading my blog!!!!

With Love,

The Whit Michelle

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Cultivate your style by The Whit Michelle

It's not too late to cultivate your style!
How to define your style? Ask this question when trying to find your style.
How do you like to dress? Are you an eccentric or more conservative?
Do you prefer business formal or casual comfort? Is your current
wardrobe classically elegant or fashion forward? Consider the look you
would like to present to the world. When finding your style consider your age. Clothing should always be age-appropriate. If you've got grandchildren and you're dressing like them, there's a problem. It's ok to want to look youthful, but make sure your outfits suit your stage of life. 

Consider your occupation when cultivating your style. You wouldn't wear jeans and a t-shirt to work at a law firm, and you wouldn't wear stilettos and a mini skirt to teach in. Use your profession as a guide when you shop. Once you have created a professional wardrobe ensemble, pump it up with some accessories. Ladies you can accessorize your wardrobe with a nice broach, scarf, necklace, or a nice pair of earrings. Make sure your accessories, mainly your earrings and your necklace isn't too gaudy. Men you can accessorize your wardrobe with a nice tie, bow tie, and pocket handkerchief, and some nice cuff links.Consider your lifestyle when cultivating your style. Fashion should combine form and function, and it should fit well with your surroundings. For example, if you live in the country you would not wear stilettos on an everyday basis because you would really stick out like a sore thumb. Your style does not have to consist of designer clothing.

Looking through your wardrobe will help you identify your current
style. What you like about it and what you wish you could change.
Fashion inspiration can come from a variety of sources when trying to
find your style. Fashion inspiration can come from celebrities,
fashion magazines, and personal stylist can help you cultivate your
style. 

Don't just consider trends that are hot today, but also
consider vintage styles because fashion always repeats itself.
When updating your wardrobe take baby steps. For example, if you have
an old pair of jeans that look old and ratty, role them up and to look
like boyfriend jeans and add a Blazers, pearls, and some cute pumps.
Just be creative.

Make sure to dress according to your body style!
Most women's bodies are pear-shaped, which means they have a narrow
waist and wider hips. If you're pear-shaped, buy clothing that draws
attention to your slim upper body. Brightly colored shirts, scarves
and modern looking shoulder pads should work well. Wear tailored pants
and skirts, as well as hip-length long jackets. Avoid pleats and
stripes, which will further accentuate broader areas.
If you're rounder and more apple-shaped all around , you'll want to
draw attention away from your waist. Go for flat-fronted skirts,
empire-waisted dresses and tailored, wide-legged pants.

Don't accentuate a flat chest with a deep v-neck. Instead, choose
rounded-neck tops, and add a layered necklace to add dimension.
If you are busty, accentuate your curves by wearing a scooped neckline
that hugs your chest appropriately.
If you are extra curvy, you don't have to wear baggy, saggy, clothes.
You can still find fashionable, tailored clothes that comfortably
compliment your body. Shop in stores that can accommodate your shape
and buy clothes that fit well.
Know which types of fabrics and textures are most flattering. Shiny,
bulky, or stiff textures can make you appear bigger than what really
are. Smooth, matte surfaces, like cashmere and jersey, can really slim
you down.
The way you dress says a lot about yourself, it shows people how much
you care about yourself and whether or not you really are serious
about what you are doing.
Having an edgy look is ok in certain settings, but you still must
maintain a level of modesty. Edgy dressing will be appropriate for
events such as parties, dates, and fashion shows. When going to
professional events, such as networking events, business meetings, and
speaking engagements it is important to dress professional at all
times, because your appearance speaks volumes to your audience.
Don't just buy an article of clothing just because it's trendy, buy
what fits your style. Your style is you, your style is unique, make
sure you are comfortable and pleased. At the end of the day you are
not trying to please people, but you can only please you!