2 comments permalink |  7:16 PM |  2.3.2012 | 

“I enjoy expressing my personality through my clothes”

Like eyes, clothes are “windows to the soul”.  How a person puts an outfit together, the colors they choose, and their signature style are like clues to a puzzle about who they are on the inside. The fact that you rarely see two people dressed alike speaks to the fact that fashion informs us of one’s uniqueness. Even though fashion trends can be frivolous, fashion as a means of self expression is not.

This week, in addition to reciting your affirmation, think about what you want your clothes to say about you. Be guided by your style goals and personality when choosing your outfit each day.

With permission from Corey Urbina at Fashion for Style Matters in Washington DC

0 comments permalink |  11:00 AM |  9.12.2011 | 

I love who I am on the inside and out.

I accept my physical imperfections and am happy with my body as it is. I don’t compare myself to others, nor do I go to extraordinary lengths to look like the women I see in the media. I don’t think that I would be happier if I was just taller, thinner, prettier or younger. I like the extraordinary person I am. I strive for excellence, not perfection. I seek opportunities to know myself better, and develop my talents and abilities. I understand that life is about living wholeheartedly.

This week’s affirmation focuses on self acceptance. The theme of acknowledging your strengths and weaknesses resonates in the words of Hugh Prather who said: “Unless I accept my faults I will most certainly doubt my virtues”.

Reprinted with permission by Corey Urbina of Fashionforstylematter.com in Washington D.C.

0 comments permalink |  8:41 PM |  5.11.2011 | 

I am a mindful shopper.

First and foremost, shopping requires a positive attitude, time, and patience. Rushing out at the last minute to buy something in a hurry is almost always a recipe for disaster.  Another common shopping pitfall is expecting that you will find what you are looking for right away.  Mindfulness is as essential to shopping as it is to any of life’s tasks. By slowing down, removing expectations and staying in the moment, you will be more likely to complete your shopping without the stress and fatigue often associated with this process.  Hopefully, you will enjoy yourself as well!

If you’re looking for a mindful shopping partner, email us at kira@fashionphoenix.com. Fashion Affirmations are by Corey Urbina of Washington D.C. at fashionforstylematters.com.

0 comments permalink |  11:55 PM |  4.12.2011 |