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Fashion: Little things can help build a new, happier you

By Lisa Lyford
NZME. regionals·
5 Mar, 2014 05:00 PM2 mins to read

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Buy yourself some new clothes and if budget doesn't allow, consider pre-loved clothes. Photo / Thinkstock

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My husband left me two years ago for a younger woman. I'm 47 and feel old and frumpy. I'm now ready to pick myself up and change my ways. What advice can you offer?

That's great that you're ready to get going again - well done, it's certainly not easy.

My biggest advice is to love yourself, if you don't already. Start with positive talk. Tell yourself you're great, and you're this and that. No negative talk or thoughts.

Be kind to yourself. Treat and reward yourself. Indulge when you can. Do things that make you happy, and do them often. If you're happy within yourself, it will shine through and others will see it.

Smile - this makes you instantly more attractive.

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Get your hair done. Go for a change. Give your hairstylist free rein if you can, or at least ask them for their advice and opinion. Consider going to a different hairstylist just for change's sake.

Get your makeup done at a makeup store or counter. While they're doing your makeup, ask them to show you how.

Buy yourself some new clothes and if budget doesn't allow, consider pre-loved clothes - there are some great bargains to be found. Take a friend to make it enjoyable.

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Exercise regularly if you can - the endorphins that are released as a result of exercise are a real pick-me-up.

Laugh, and laugh lots. Funny movies or books, or time with friends are great.

I hope this helps and here's to the new you.

Lisa Lyford is the founder of Gorgeous Me, free DIY personal styling and makeover advice. www.gorgeousme.co.nz

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