Twitter Tips

A list of the tips that I've Twittered:


  • "peaches and cream" complexion was the basis of 50's skincare trends. Their foundation & powders were required 2 have a soft & feminine look
  • common nail polish colors in the 30’s inc. red, pink, deep coral, lilac, emerald green, cornflower blue, gray, gold silver and even black
  • Original 40's film on correct hair & makeup for your face shape. http://bit.ly/clCZqc some great tips even for modern looks
  • For a true #vintage look apply a face powder 1 shade lighter than your natural colour over your foundation.
  • Prevent runs in stockings: Spray with hairspray & freeze o/night in a freezer bag. Remove 15mins b4 use
  • Classic #fashion is the style that you see and immediately must have. Not because you saw something just like it twenty times on the street
  • "Pushing" black eye shadow into the line of the eyelashes will create an illusion of thicker lashes.
  • If you want to wear red lipstick, keep the rest of your makeup light. #fashion
  • Women with fair skin, look great in lipstick shades such as nudes in a slightly apricot shade, pinks and light corals
  • secret 2 the right red lip color is in the undertones. Pink-skinned girls =cherry red. olive skin=fire-engine red. Dark skin=deep reds.
  • The most flattering lip tones will be one or two shades darker than your natural lip color #fashion
  •  Bulky legs? Stick to sheer types. High gloss and big patterns will only emphasize your legs #fashion 
  •  Don’t substitute thigh high Hold Up's for Stockings because the thick rubber can bend the clasps #fashion
  • Next time you are in #Albury stop in at @Bamboostik simply gorgeous #fashion & lovelly staff 
  •  Attention Aussie diva's, Equip have a sale on. Selected items $5 and under. Get in quick. #fashion
  • forget square! Almond shaped nails are in this season. So get filing for this elegant & sophisticated look
  • Don't pump the applicator wand in the mascara. It traps air inside & dries the mascara out. Instead, twist the wand 2 collect more mascara
  • Winter is around the corner. Traditional cut cardi's are in & add a vintage brooch or cute corsage to finish the look.
  • Beautiful vintage design scarves are in this season. Why not check out some OP shops this weekend and get yourself an original
  • 1 string of pearls is so 'Queen Mother' replace it with a cascade of pearls & you've got vintage with a modern twist
  • In1957 an Aussie man visiting California mentioned a bamboo hoop kids used in gym class, thus the birth of the hula hoop came
  • You don't need to spend a fortune to get that vintage look. Remember the style is built on an era where there wasn't a lot of money around
  • 40's cont. silk stockings disappeared when silk was used for parachutes and other wartime items
  • In the 1940's dresses had small waists, tight busts and full skirts