Popular Dances of the 1970s

By Lori Spencer

 

To re-create dances from the 1970s, it helps to familiarize yourself with the era and styles. Many of the most popular dances of this era originated in the United States and were popularized around the world through movies and TV shows. A good way to start learning about the dances of the 1970s is to watch films and television from the era; Saturday Night Fever, for example, is a film that put dancing at the epicenter of American popular culture. This 1977 movie sparked massive dance crazes such as the Hustle and the Night Fever…(cont’d)

 

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How to Take Great Pictures of Yourself

By Lori Spencer

 

We’ve all seen them: self-taken photographs showing an arm holding the camera, or snapped in front of a mirror with a blinding flash glare. Naturally, you want your photos to look better than that, but the physical limitations of snapping your own picture make it nearly impossible to get a good shot of yourself (unless you’re a contortionist, that is).

If you need photos of yourself and don’t have someone around to take them, there are ways to avoid the common pitfalls of do-it-yourself photography…

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Essentials of a French Wardrobe

By Lori Spencer

The signature of classic French fashion has always been simplicity and elegance. A French wardrobe is a compact collection of around 10 to 12 essential items of day and evening wear, appropriate for all occasions. These basic pieces are frequently rotated and accessorized for variety. Each season, only four or five new clothing items are added to the wardrobe.

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Big 80s Hairstyles for Long Hair

By Lori Spencer

Big 80s hair is back in style. Ladies, here’s how to get the look if you have long locks.

In the world of fashion, trends come and go. But as any smart fashionista knows, the look of yesterday will be the look of tomorrow if you just wait long enough.

The hot hairstyles of 20 years ago are all the rage on the runways of Paris and Milan. Even the much-mocked mullet is making a comeback. So if you’re ready for some attention-getting big hair, dig out your old hot rollers, mousse, a can of hairspray and try some of these retro styles on for size.

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Applying Stage Makeup: A Tutorial

By Lori Spencer

 

Applying makeup for the stage is an acquired skill. Even if you are a woman and already used to wearing makeup, you’ll find that stage makeup calls for far more dramatic colors and lines than what you would normally wear. Most of us are timid when first applying stage makeup, only to find that by being too conservative, all of our facial features washed out under the bright lights.

Don’t be afraid to be bold when applying your stage makeup; your goal here is to make sure the people in the back row of the balcony can see your face.

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