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Tue May 13, 2008 4:13 pm  |
Hi ladies,
I love books about makeup/fashion/style and have recently found a real winner. Staging Your Comeback is written by Christopher Hopkins who is apparently known as "The Makeover Guy" although I hadn't heard of him before this book. I purchased it based on the great reviews on Amazon and wasn't disappointed. This book had the most amazing befores and afters. A couple of the befores looked overly frumpy but most looked like women I see everyday on the street. The afters were beautiful and showed how much change can take place with the right clothes, makeup, and hair style. I really enjoyed his writing style as well. I devoured the book over the course of a day.
I realize the book is not exactly targeted towards my age group (its subtitle is "A Complete Beauty Revival for Women Over 45" and I'm 32) but I think anybody who feels a little left out from all the advice targeted towards the teenage/early 20's crowd would benefit from it. I'd have to say it's one of the best overall makeup/fashion/hair books that I've read. |
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32 years old, combination skin, working on lots of age-related changes (fine lines, dull skin, hyperpigmentation) since I hit the big 3-0. Loving the 302 line. |
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Tue May 13, 2008 4:27 pm |
| I bought this book about three weeks ago. I haven't had a chance to read it yet. I think I'll get started tonight. Thanks for the reminder and the review!!! |
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Tue May 13, 2008 4:53 pm |
This is great! Thanks for posting this! I just glanced through the one by Charla Krupp, "How not to look old", and didn't find it all that helpful.
I recently transitioned from the working, career world to being a stay-at-home mom. To say it's been an "adjustment" is putting it mildly for me. Shopping was a hobby - for career clothes, shoes, make-up, etc. Now that I don't work, shopping is not quite as fun, besides not having the budget for it - I wander around looking at career clothes but don't need those anymore. So then I browse through the casual clothes and can't figure out what I should be wearing that would look nice. I know it sounds silly and dumb that I should know what looks good on me but I haven't figured it out yet; not to mention the weight gain that just complicates matters and the practical side of considering what "wardrobe" do you really need at home anyway?
Oops  , maybe I've said too much... there goes those rambling thoughts .... thanks for listening. |
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Tue May 13, 2008 5:30 pm |
I can relate in many ways. I am a nurse so my work clothes are always scrubs. My off-day clothes are usually really casual (jeans, shorts, t-shirts, etc...) and I could pull this off better when I was younger but now I just look sloppy. When I shop for casual clothes though the things that I find attractive are usually geared towards somebody younger than me. The last thing I want is to look like I think I'm still 21 but I do want to look attractive. This book showed women in their 40's, 50's, and 60's that were just average in their before shots go to absolutely beautiful afterwards. No surgery or anything like that, just different clothes, makeup, and hair color/hair style.
One lady in the book talked about feeling invisible pre-makeover and that's how I feel at times - like it wouldn't matter if I dressed up or put makeup on because I'm not really noticed anyway. But there are no invisible women in these after shots. It just drove home for me that any woman can look beautiful if she just puts forth some effort.
I actually enjoyed "How Not to Look Old" as well but I like this book better. It really seems to cover a lot more ground and do it in an engaging manner, plus the pictures and stories are so inspirational. |
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32 years old, combination skin, working on lots of age-related changes (fine lines, dull skin, hyperpigmentation) since I hit the big 3-0. Loving the 302 line. |
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Tue May 13, 2008 5:58 pm |
| Interesting Title...Staging Your Comeback. I may have to check out the reveiws on Amazon.com. THanks |
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Tue May 13, 2008 6:24 pm |
| blesstd wrote: |
This is great! Thanks for posting this! I just glanced through the one by Charla Krupp, "How not to look old", and didn't find it all that helpful.
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I thought this book was for women who are completely new to makeup and apparel other than sweats.
Basically a waste of my money, that could have been better spent on good skin stuff from EDS!  |
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Tue May 13, 2008 9:39 pm |
Mamawalnut, I definitely hear you about shopping for clothes - I have a hard time finding clothes that fit right, are comfortable and look stylish. It seems I knew what to wear career wise but am quite lost in the casual attire area. I pick things that are either too old or young which don't look right on me. And the extra pounds I've put on just doesn't help at all; it only narrows down the selection. I end up frustrated and just leave without anything. In the meantime I'm working on my weight but wish I could find a few things and tricks just to make me feel better.
Hang in there! |
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Wed May 14, 2008 6:26 pm |
| I got the book! It had great reviews (all) on Amazon and also a good rec for another book - I think .... "The 3:00 solution " something like that.... |
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Wed May 14, 2008 6:58 pm |
I hope you enjoy it sister.  I have flipped back through it a couple times since my initial reading and am still wowed by the makeovers. Please let us know what you think when it arrives. |
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32 years old, combination skin, working on lots of age-related changes (fine lines, dull skin, hyperpigmentation) since I hit the big 3-0. Loving the 302 line. |
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Wed May 14, 2008 8:45 pm |
I checked out Staging Your Comeback over at Amazon and I want it! I'm 49 now, and though I've done a lot above the neck  I need some inspiration in the exercise/below the neck department... I read some of the excerpts and this book looks like something I need!
I also saw the other book, "3:00 Solution". I'll check some more into that. It sounds motivational. But I don't know if I can just not eat after 3:00 p.m. Hmmm... |
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Wed May 14, 2008 9:48 pm |
After seeing Mamawalnut's post and Amazon reviews, I picked up this book today. I am only in the beginning but already liking this it. The intro focuses on taking the time and thought to discover/define yourself. I could relate to an example of a woman who left the corporate world and became unfamiliar with how she sees herself.
Anyway, I just wanted to share my excitement! I think for those of us in transition and confused about our style, the information in this book will certainly be helpful. It's also comforting to hear you're not the only one trying to figure these things out! |
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Thu May 15, 2008 1:46 pm |
| Yes, not sure I could not eat after 3:00. Oh my. Especially since I'm not a breakfast person. But we'll see. It had good reveiws also. And maybe there will be some useful tips. |
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Thu May 15, 2008 3:55 pm |
| There is no way I cannot eat after 3 pm. I'll be happy if I don't eat after 10 pm. |
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Thu May 15, 2008 5:49 pm |
| zephyr wrote: |
I also saw the other book, "3:00 Solution". I'll check some more into that. It sounds motivational. But I don't know if I can just not eat after 3:00 p.m. Hmmm... |
If I was single I could possibly follow it. But dinner time is important in our house. |
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Fri May 16, 2008 12:05 pm |
| Yes - and I'd have to go to bed by 8:00 at night. I think the time frame is what is important and you would need to schedule your life differently - at least I would suspect so. |
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Tue May 20, 2008 10:19 pm |
| Hey, thanks for posting this, do you know if I can get it cheaper online? I don't recall seeing it at the store. Help! |
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Tue May 20, 2008 10:21 pm |
| sfong, try amazon.com, they usually have great prices on books, etc. |
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Tue May 20, 2008 11:53 pm |
Also Walmart has good prices for books purchased on their website (if you are ok purchasing from them. I know lots of people have issues with walmart.)
So has anyone else had a chance to read the book? Tell us what you think. |
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Wed May 21, 2008 5:48 am |
I got the book on a whim. Most of it is common sense, but it does have some interesting bits. I thought some of the befores in the makeovers were so fake as to be ridiculous and utterly staged. However, despite the exaggeration, many of the points they were making are valid.
I think the book targets women 50 and above, and doesn't have much for women in their 40s. I resent all the "do nots." Darnit, I like color eyeshadow!!! Stop telling us that we can't wear it.
Also, it contradicts many of the other books and mags. For example, it says to wear pantyhose/stockings if your legs are veiny, pasty, or problematic, even with sandals and even in the summer. Personally, I wish stockings would come back in style. My legs are nicely shaped, but I spend a fortune and lots of time trying to hide my hereditary spider veins. However, at least where I live, stockings are still a huge fashion don't in the summer.
The book covers clothes and hair, as well as skincare and makeup. I recommend the book for the price Amazon has it listed. You'll probably glean a few gems from it, but most will be common sense. I wouldn't spend more than $20 on it. |
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Best, Jeannine (40s, fair skin, hazel eyes, sensitive skin). To fight the dread lemming sickness, I promise not to rave about a product until I have used it for a long while. |
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Wed May 21, 2008 6:19 am |
blesstd,
Thanks for the information. However, someone told me I have to sign up at Amazon in order to make a purchase, is there any other sites such as EDS that are selling it? Thansk, |
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Fri May 23, 2008 4:19 pm |
Quote from Jeannie:
Most of it is common sense, but it does have some interesting bits. I thought some of the befores in the makeovers were so fake as to be ridiculous and utterly staged. However, despite the exaggeration, many of the points they were making are valid.
I wonder WHERE he found some of these women! For example, the women wearing black lipstick; does she not have any friends or ever go to makeup counter and receive advise?
The makeovers are quite dramatic. Entertaining read and I suggest checking your local libary and putting your name on the wait list. |
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Fri May 23, 2008 9:41 pm |
Glad I didn't hit the button to BUY. Guess I'll check out the Library for sure. I do want to see this book.
Thanks... Sister |
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Sat May 24, 2008 3:43 am |
Myabe it's just the fact that I live in a small rural area but most of the women looked pretty average to me in the before pics (the exceptions that come to mind are the woman with the really dark makeup and the 61-year-old in the miniskirt and fishnet tights). Most were wearing plain clothes and little-to-no makeup with a hairstyle that was nothing to get excited about. I see women like this all the time. What I don't see as often are women that look like these ladies in the after pics - beautiful clothes, hair, and makeup and the confidence that shows they feel great about themselves. It is definitely a good idea to see any book for yourself if you can before you buy it. I tend to buy books from Amazon based on reviews and usually I'm happy, sometimes I'm disappointed. With this book I was very satisfied.
ETA: What I enjoyed as much as the makeovers themselves were the stories behind the women who were made over and the overall positive tone of the book. I found it very enjoyable to read. |
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32 years old, combination skin, working on lots of age-related changes (fine lines, dull skin, hyperpigmentation) since I hit the big 3-0. Loving the 302 line. |
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Sat May 24, 2008 8:51 am |
| I just noticed all of the posts on this thread re: losing weight and I just had to share some info. My husband has always been fighting the weight demon. Anyway, he was referred to a cardiologist (long cholesterol story, details not important) and the dr. told him to stop eating anything with WHEAT. I know this sounds extreme but he has actually done it, now that there's all this gluten-free stuff in stores and his weight and cholesterol went down dramatically. He has lost over 30 lbs since February! Something to think about..... |
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Sat May 24, 2008 9:05 am |
| I second the no wheat eating tip. Although I haven't tried it yet, a number of my friends are gluten-free and have been loosing weight. |
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