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Washington D.C. Metro, United States
A vivacious professional with a love for all things "woman". She is committed to each Client's well-being and complete satisfaction. She considers the "extra mile" just a part of the normal journey. Working with Vanessa was one of the most exhilarating experiences of my career. Her advice has paid off many times over. She knows her stuff. - S. Witten, Washington, DC - Elated Client

Friday, September 16, 2011

The Real Anti-Aging Remedy




What's your anti-aging secret? This is a question that is being asked and answered for us in magazines, on talk shows and every website imaginable.  We are inundated by ads for anti-aging creams, procedures, injectables, peels and even anti-aging pantyhose! Now I have nothing against any of these remedies per se. I certainly have my arsenal of  "outer beauty" anti-aging tools.. Eye cream: absolutely, fade cream: no doubt, moisturizer with sunscreen: never leave home without it, night cream to rejuvenate my sleeping skin: of course, permanent makeup for my now sparse eyebrows: you better know it.

Now maybe you don't do all of this or perhaps you do even more (I didn't get into my whole list).  Being a passionate observer/admirer of women my entire life and as a Women's Ministry Director and Lifestyle Coach, I have occasion to meet and talk to my fair share of women. I am like you: attracted to vibrancy, effervescence, peacefulness, grace, positivity and joy. These are what I see as the real anti-agers, the women who literally defy the clock! The amount of wrinkles or absence of them is lost on me when in their presence. Pettiness is not in their vocabulary.  They see life as an adventure and not because they haven't had their fair and not-so-fair share of its' lumps. They are survivors of everything: abuse, neglect, disease, divorce, tragic loss, imprisonment and torture. They have lost parents, children, best friends.Yet they appreciate their friendships and spend time each day laughing and really enjoying life. Something else I noticed; they rarely, if ever complain, engage in gossip and have found their purpose. Hmmm!

Yet, the sparkle, the luminosity can't be denied. They purpose to find joy in what others may consider  mundane. They treasure what's important and it's not Mr. Louboutin's newest strappy stiletto (although these women can be seen sashaying in them at any time). They have embraced the beauty of life and it radiates from the inside! So, I'm not throwing out my eye cream but any complaining or negativity has got to go!

Smooches! 

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Fall 2011's Got Us Seeing Red!


Divaaaas! Are we ever in for a treat this coming season! Some of my favorites in terms of style; man-tailored and splashes of red everywhere! Thought I'd share some of what has me "reddy" to pack away the cargos and halters. Goodbye sweet summer, you know I love you, but autumn and winter are bringing me some goodies I can't resist! The ImagiNeestas will be combing the racks so you can duplicate these looks for less. But in the meantime, grab a glass of something sparkling, sit back and click because it's time to celebrate terms like Glam, Luxe and Maxi, who are boldly ushering in Fall with a fierce vengeance! Cheers!