Last night, ELLE Magazine held their annual Women in Hollywood event, honoring the leading ladies of the industry. Celebrity attendees and honorees such as Angelina Jolie, Halle Berry, Jennifer Hudson, and more came out to the epic event celebrating each other in style. One of the night’s stunning red carpet looks came from singer Ciara who appeared in a captivating white gown for the magazine’s party.

Ciara wore a Monot Spring/Summer 2022 RTW gown, styled by Kollin Carter. Her dress was quite the stunner as it appeared with a high slit, halter neckline, and open-back detail which made for a sexy-meets-elegant feel. Not to mention, her dress also featured a floor-length neck scarf for a classic touch.

The Monot dress was paired with Bulgari jewelry and Femme white lace-up sandals.

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Some men love shoes and enjoy the prospect of shopping for a new pair, whether it’s a high-fashion design or the latest sneaker release. For other men, purchasing shoes is a chore that brings little joy. This disdain toward the process leads to making quick purchases without ever finding the perfect pair that they’ll grow to love.

That ends here.

Here’s a simple guide for choosing the right men’s shoes that look fashionable without compromising personal tastes.

Consider Your Usage

The first consideration when purchasing a new pair of men’s shoes is where you’ll wear them. Is this a pair of dress shoes specifically for special events as they arise, or is this something you’ll frequently wear at the office or on the weekends? 

If you’re choosing something for specific events, some of the following features become a lower priority. If you’re purchasing shoes that you want to wear, rather than feeling like you should, it’s important to find a pair that suits your style and needs.

Shop for Comfort and Fit

Whether you’re purchasing shoes for a special event or daily life, comfort and fit are vital. Choose something with enough cushioning and support for long days on your feet. Your shoes should have a close fit while wearing socks without feeling crowded. A closer fit results in less shifting as you move. Conversely, you should leave some extra room if you plan on replacing the insoles.

Another consideration that falls under the umbrella of comfort is the weight of the shoes. A high-quality shoe will have some heft to it but shouldn’t feel clunky. Look for clean lines and a streamlined design.

Invest in Quality

Sticking to a budget is a concern for many shoppers when looking at shoes— although that budget varies from person to person. Regardless of your price point, it’s important to invest in quality. Click here to read more about high-quality boots by Blundstone that won’t burn a hole in your wallet. 

Spending more on a high-quality pair of shoes extends the lifespan. Also, they tend to fit better and are more comfortable than a cheaper alternative. Purchasing shoes from a recognizable designer is also a status symbol that conveys a message of success. For example, wearing Christian Louboutins is like wearing a Rolex watch. Fortunately, there are so many types of men’s Louboutins, including the elegant, professional Top Daviol.

Consider Your Feelings on Convention

Take some time to reflect on what message you want to send with your footwear and whether conventional fashion appeals to you. The previously mentioned Top Daviol shoe is a classic black dress shoe with open lacing and leather. Conversely, Louboutin’s Louis Spike is a high-top fashion sneaker that’s more eye-catching and fashion-forward. 

The rise of athleisure and formal-meets-casual in the fashion world has encouraged many trendsetters to wear sneakers to formal events. The key to this trend is knowing how to make unconventional footwear an accent piece rather than a clashing element.

If you prefer the classics and traditional footwear, stick with the conventional cuts and colors: black, tan, brown, etc. If you consider yourself more fashion-forward and unique, try something that aligns with those values.

Consider Your Signature Style

Finally, consider your signature style. Understand what looks good on your body and what makes you feel good when you wear certain clothes. Choose a signature accessory or fashion element. If your chosen piece is your shoes, get wild with them. If you prefer to focus on another accessory, play the shoes down a bit.

Once you have a better idea of your signature style and start to develop a “look,” the shoe shopping process will become easier, if not enjoyable. 

With these simple tips, you can choose the right pair of men’s shoes for any event or occasion. 

    Creating a unique and satisfying experience for customers is at the backbone of service-related businesses such as spas and beauty salons. The more your clients feel that they are pampered and all their needs are taken care of the more likely they will come back for another treatment or procedure and surely will become loyal customers. On the other hand, if a first-time customer has a negative experience, then it will surely not make them return and they will also share their experience with other people, and the business will suffer from this. Thus, it is best to invest in equipment like high-quality facial beds and spa chairs that will instantly make clients feel indulged, and with excellent services, you might just finally see revenues by then. In a service-oriented industry like that of spas and salons, the only way you can be judged by your customers is the services you provide and their overall experience with it. It will also determine the probability of them becoming loyal customers, such that the more loyal customers you have, the more sales you will have and those who are in the habit of going to spas and salons are the most loyal of all. It is far easy to find a better restaurant or bar than to find a better masseuse, nail artist, or salon specialist. When a customer is loyal, they build a relationship with their favorite service provider for years to come, and even in a pandemic or an economic crisis, they will still be coming for their regular treatments and procedure because it makes them feel good about themselves. There is no better pick-me-up than a new haircut or hairstyle, or a relaxing body massage or a deep facial scrub, and many customers will keep getting their treatment whatever the season may be which guarantees the growth of the business. However, the caveat here is that you need to invest in your spa business a little more than most to gain that advantage. Here are the top four reasons why you need the best facial beds and how they will help your business. 

1. The best facial bed will attract more customers. 

Investing in high-quality facial beds will be the first thing your customers will see and experience, a stylish, luxurious and comfortable facial bed will instantly make your customer feel relaxed and pampered and will generally have a positive experience. There is a high possibility that they will share with their friends and family their experience and how comfortable the facial bed was and this, in turn, would be a free advertisement for your business. That being said, even those who did not have plans of going to a spa can be made to consider getting treatment when they see that exquisite facial bed. Even if you have to spend more for a high-quality facial bed, the potential it holds for bringing in more customers will make it a good investment. The facial bed will advertise for itself and you do not have to pay for ads to get customers. 

2. The best facial bed will generate loyal customers. 

Having the best facial bed in your spa or salon will be the top-selling point of your business. In the service-oriented market, customers will build their loyalty not to a brand or product but rather to the experience. When your customers lay on the most comfortable, wide, and soft facial bed, it boosts their positive experience with the services that the spa provides. Thus, these customers will likely come back again and again as they are sure that they will get to experience the same quality of treatment. For sure the kind of treatment and services the spa provides is the most important, but without the best quality spa equipment, the experience will not be as positive. To generate more loyal customers who will keep paying for treatments and services, the best facial bed is indeed necessary. 

3. The best facial beds give you more value for your money. 

There is a lot of spa equipment and facial beds in the market, and there are cheaper ones that will most likely do the job they were intended for, but investing in high-end and exceptional facial beds is a better investment. Facial beds that are stylish, functional, comfortable, sturdy, elegant, and luxurious will most likely be expensive compared to the lower end of the quality spectrum, but the return of investment you will get from the best facial bed will make up for its initial costs. With high-quality facial beds, you do not have to pay for advertisement, it will last a long time, it improves customer experience and it can even guarantee a steady slew of customers who wants to try out the facial bed. Thus, you get more for what you have invested in it, it is money well-spent. 

4. The best facial beds can be used in several treatments and services. 

The best facial beds are outfitted with the latest design and enhancements that will make them functional and versatile, which means that they can be used in several treatments and procedures, not just for facials. You get one piece of equipment, but you get to use it in many ways, and that is a good return of investment at any rate. More so, it can accommodate all different types of customers and you are assured that it will not break or be damaged easily. The best facial bed will last for years to come and in the long run, will be more cost-effective than buying a cheaper version that you have to replace every couple of months. 

    In a very competitive market like spas and salons, you need all the strategic advantages you can get, and investing in a high-quality facial bed will do just that. There are several suppliers of high-end facial beds and you can ask for a viewing or a test run to try it out before making the purchase. The suppliers also offer several packages to help you with the payments and make it easier for you to have one of the best facial beds in the market. Take advantage of the sales and discounts and very soon you will see your business growing. 

Beyonce and JayZ attended the wedding of Alexandre Arnault and Geraldine Guyot in Venice.

For the occasion, Beyoncé wore a $350 Saint Mojavi double drape dress, $750 Paciotti Heels and a $2,495 Marzook Crystal Ball bag, Styled by @kjmoody . 

Her Parla Double Drape Dress in Seafoam Peace Silk fabric is designed with a dramatic floor length plunging drape in the front and back. Detailed with elastic ribbon shoulder straps ties that can be wrapped and worn multiple different ways.

Her turquoise satin sandals have a squared toe and an ankle strap detail.

Her purse is a splurge at $2,495.

Jay Z wore a Paul Stuart by Phineas Cole suit, styled by June Ambrose .

Thoughts? Get Beyonce’s dress here and her shoes here.
Hair: @nealfarinah
Makeup: @rokaelbeauty

Images: Beyonce.com/Backgrid

You ask, we answer! @brownskinbody says, “Please find me this dress!”

Jordyn Woods showed off her modeling skills and her curves, posing in the $222.25 Poster Girl “Charlotte” dress in syrup. Allowing the dress to steal the show, she opted for a pair of small hoop earrings and PVC mules as her only accessories.

Woods, in addition to celebrities like Kylie Jenner and Duckie Thot, happens to be a fan of Poster Girls’ Charlotte dress as she’s been spied in the pink colorway on a previous occasion. The dress is quite hard to miss with its sexy details such as the cutouts connected by crystal heart embellishments and the psychedelic swirl lace and fishnet combination.

While the brown syrup color is sold out, the brand is offering the “Charlotte” dress in six other colors including optic white, dawn, forest green, lilac, fuchsia, and tangerine.

Would you rock this dress?

Lori Harvey was recently spotted grabbing dinner with her friends at Crustacean in West Hollywood. For dinner, the model donned a chic checkered print suit look.

Lori Harvey wore a full look by Giuseppe Di Morabito for her outing. From the brand’s Spring/Summer 2022 collection, the checkered print look included a cropped embellished blazer jacket, chain-detail halter crop top, and and cutout tie-front midi skirt. The ensemble mixes classic elements with modern updates for a new modern power suit.

Harvey accessorized the look with a pair of stud earrings, small white croc handbag, and PVC pumps. For hair, she went with an updo style.

Thoughts?

Photos: Backgrid

Rapper LightSkinKeisha recently appeared on the ‘gram in an olive green look matched with a new hairstyle in a Fall-approved color. She rocked an olive green jumpsuit from Fashion Nova, discover how you can get her look:

LightSkinKeisha wore Fashion Nova’s $49.99 Maribel Snatched Jumpsuit in olive green. The jumpsuit features long sleeves and a hidden back zipper in a compression ribbed knit material that hugs the body, slimming your figure and accentuating your curves. While “Break The Bank” artist wore the olive green colorway, it also comes in black, heather grey, off-white, nude, and chestnut.

The rapper accessorized the jumpsuit with a Celine handbag and jewelry pieces like a pendant necklace and icy timepiece.

Thoughts? Make the jumpsuit yours here.

Congratulations are in order for Zendaya who has been named as the 2021 CFDA Fashion Awards Fashion Icon!

With the breaking news, it was also revealed the Zendaya will become the youngest person ever to be honored with CFDA’s Fashion Icon award. This becomes a new addition to the 25 year-old’s growing list of historical moments as she was recently named the youngest recipient of Outstanding Lead Actress at the Emmys.

The Fashion Icon award is not only honoring the captivating style moments created by Zendaya and her stylist Law Roach, but recognizing her global impact on the industry itself.

Explore more of her style moments from this year below:

Zendaya will formally receive the award on November 10th at the CFDA Fashion Awards where we’re sure she’ll be dressed to the nines.

You ask, we answer! @pretiifaces downloaded our app and wrote on our wall, “Please post on this beautiful piece? Thanks 🙏🏽 ☺️”

Kim Kardashian shared behind-the-scenes photos from her hosting of NBC’s Saturday Night Live. In one of her many host looks, she was spotted in another pink Balenciaga look which featured a custom lace pantashoe jumpsuit. She completed the ensemble with stunning dangly crystal earrings. Her look was styled by Dani Levi.

Would you rock her look? For answers to your burning celebrity style inquiries, download our app and share your wardrobe questions on our wall!

Attending the Los Angeles premiere of Marvel Studios’ Eternals, actress Angelina Jolie made a grande appearance at the movie event with five of her children including Maddox, Zahara, Shiloh, Knox, and Vivienne. Jolie stars in the film along with Gemma Chan, Salma Hayek, Richard Madden, Brian Tyree Henry, and more.

For the premiere, Angela Jolie wore a Balmain Resort 2022 look, styled by Jason Bolden. The monochromatic look features a draped corset and pleated wide leg pants in a stunning soft brown hue. The look was accompanied by Beladora jewelry and a mouth piece, allowing Jolie to tap into the film’s mythological feels.

Her children were also on the scene with their mom, wearing neutral-toned coordinating looks. Truly showing up in support of her mother’s latest film, Zahara Jolie-Pitt wore the same Elie Saab Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2013 gown that her mom wore back at the 2014 Oscars. What a moment!

What say you?

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