With Love, Thelms

Like the previous post, let’s jump straight into some fashion talk, but this time with some date night add-ons included. I guess there’s just nothing too interesting going on in my life for me to chat about as of late, besides fashion. I mean, the only thing happening in my world is the fact that I’m drowning in my books, school, and everything that falls in between. I can’t possibly bore you with that shit, SO. We’re moving on.

In the spirit of moving on.  Here’s a quick scenario for you babes first, in relation to today’s post:

It’s date night. Your SO (significant other) has planned a night for the two of you, and you’ve totally let it slip your mind. I mean how could it not… You’ve been floating in leisure and zero productivity all weekend and now it’s back to work for your feet — and your formerly leisured brain. Work was uber stressful, long, and all you want to do is curl in a bath (that you may never get out of); listen to some peaceful tunes; and doze off.

BUT WAIT. 

Your phone goes off just as you start imagining what it’d be like to quit your job and sleep in till noon. It’s your SO, who will be home in 15mins to grab you for date night. Sheeeeeeet. 

Scrambling from the tub, you nearly bust your tailbone on the splashes of water that have escaped (what was once your heavenly cocoon), and are now vigorously rubbing your skin with your terry cloth towel trying to get dry.

You have no outfit picked out, your eyeliner from 9am is smudged in five different directions, and your hair’s a MESS — but not to fret. Here’s how you can get ready for date night in 15mins, without your SO or others having a clue what you were going through prior to heading out.

SHOWER & SHAVE

Throw yourself in shower, wash off, and shave. We’re women after all! Shaving and showering with just a little time to spare is our area of expertise when it’s absolutely necessary. We can practically do and be anything the universe needs us to be. Plus, it’s date night, so you’re going to want to show some major leg! I’m a big believer, in showing some skin somewhere on date night because it gives off the impression that you put some effort into looking sexy for your SO. They will really appreciate it and it just might get you pounced on later. 😉

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STICK WITH BASIC UNIFIED SHADES

When you have such a short time to throw something together, it’s always in your best interest to stick to the same colors throughout OR tones that are of the same scheme (e.g. all black, neutral tones, etc). You don’t want to do anything to crazy and start stressing over having nothing to wear in a closet full of clothes. Not cool. I mean, you’ve already forgot about date night, so you don’t want to make this worse by being late also. Did I mention, so not cool? 

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SLIP ON SOMETHING SLIPPABLE

 A cute crop top, sweater, or lace cami is something you can slip on without thinking twice. The same for a dress or a fitted skirt. There are no unnecessary contraptions and clicking of things that need to go into anything you decide to throw on, besides your heels of course. Not only did you lose that luxury when you decided to forget about date night, but you just don’t have the time for all that. He’ll be home in 10 minutes (because with guys it’s never reeeeeally,”I’ll be home in 15″)! So Get movin’.

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KEEP IT SIMPLE SILLY, MAKEUP & HAIR WISE

A bit of Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer, foundation powder, mascara, lip liner, and vaseline can go a loooong way. Trust me! Us women can do amazingly beautiful things to our faces when we’re crunched on time. To be honest, some of my best makeup looks have been when I’ve been uber crunched on time. Remember, your guy is interested in you for you so… I promise it won’t be a big deal if your eyeliner is a tad bit off kilter. The benefits of riding shotgun in the car on the way to eat has it’s benefits, like fixing such mishaps.

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SHOP MY DATE NIGHT LOOK

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End of scenario: 

As you’re headed downstairs, your SO sends a text that he’s outside waiting. Besides a form of ID and some liner, you’re all set and ready to go. As you get in the car he gives you a peck and starts rambling about how good you look and how you didn’t have to do all ‘this’ for him, although he’s happy you did — but shshhhhh. Don’t say a word that you got dressed in less than 15 mins. It’ll be you and I’s little secret. Have fun on date night AND. Try not to forget the next one, but if you do, with this post you’re bound to be set!

Have a drink for me,

xx Thelms.