Does Anyone Look Good in Nude?

I know it’s on trend at the moment but does anyone actually look good in it? 

Penelope Cruz, universally recognised for being stunning, certainly doesn’t. 

Ok, so she’s hardly a monster but look how much better she looks in emerald green.  The colour of her eyes is brighter and more apparent, her skin has a warmer glow and her hair colour appears richer.

Colour should enhance your assets not dampen them down. Your eye colour should always stand out whatever you wear as this is the area of focus when holding a conversation. If a colour doesn’t do this for you, and nude very rarely does, then forget it. 

Sorry, you won’t catch me wearing nude this A/W when there so many more flattering colours out there.

Looking Your Best Every Day

I have a toddler and a newborn and so probably have a good excuse to leave the house looking a complete mess! Whenever I do though I always regret it, even if it’s just dropping my toddler off at nursery in the morning and coming straight home again. 

I feel less confident and spend too much energy hoping I won’t bump into anyone I know. Made worse by the fact that one of my neighbours is so good looking it’s almost laughable (it’s ok, there’s no chance he’ll read this although my husband might - love you darling). Not a great way to start the day then!!

I guess what I’m trying to say is that whenever possible make an effort before leaving the house and you’re likely to feel the benefit. Much better to start the day feeling good about yourself and actually feel happy at the prospect of bumping into someone you know because you look so great!

©Alice Treanor 2010