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Wise Words of the Day: Determine What You Would Like to Be

“Determine what you would like to be; then determine the books you ought to read and the things you ought to do in order to arrive at your ideal. Then begin at once to act upon your determination.” ~Unknown

Be Popular! Learn To Dance! (1941) Image courtesy of Paul Malon on Flickr.com

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1950s Charm School: Eating for Loveliness

This post is part of a series examining 1950s era charm, poise, and beauty using Secrets of Poise, Personality, and Model Beauty written by modeling agency and schools icon John Robert Powers and published by Prentiss-Hall in 1960.

Another important point to keep in mind as you diet is this: Don’t let one violation . . . → Read More: 1950s Charm School: Eating for Loveliness

Clothes Make Magic: Masquerading Saddle Bags

This post is part of a series exploring how to choose flattering clothing styles and colors using the book Clothes Make Magic by Emmi Cotten (1949, E.P. Dutton & Co.).

Clothes with lines that accent the width of the shoulders are flattering to Type 3 hips because they balance low hip width and counteract . . . → Read More: Clothes Make Magic: Masquerading Saddle Bags

1950s Charm School: Fountain of Eternal Charm

This post is part of a series examining 1950s era charm, poise, and beauty using Secrets of Poise, Personality, and Model Beauty written by modeling agency and schools icon John Robert Powers and published by Prentiss-Hall in 1960.

Since a woman is the sum total of her experience, every year of her life can . . . → Read More: 1950s Charm School: Fountain of Eternal Charm

1950s Charm School: Beauty is a By-Product of Good Health

This post is part of a series examining 1950s era charm, poise, and beauty using Secrets of Poise, Personality, and Model Beauty written by modeling agency and schools icon John Robert Powers and published by Prentiss-Hall in 1960.

The figure should be better than ever now, but needs care to retain its firmness. Muscle-toning . . . → Read More: 1950s Charm School: Beauty is a By-Product of Good Health

Clothes Make Magic: How to Visually Overcome Prominent Hips

This post is part of a series exploring how to choose flattering clothing styles and colors using the book Clothes Make Magic by Emmi Cotten (1949, E.P. Dutton & Co.).

Waist-slimming lines are generally flattering to your figure, but if your upper hips are pronounced to a marked degree, you should avoid lines that . . . → Read More: Clothes Make Magic: How to Visually Overcome Prominent Hips

There Is No Excuse For Self-Neglect

This post is part of a series examining 1950s era charm, poise, and beauty using Secrets of Poise, Personality, and Model Beauty written by modeling agency and schools icon John Robert Powers and published by Prentiss-Hall in 1960.

The time that used to be available for beauty routines, reading, and personal pleasures seem to . . . → Read More: There Is No Excuse For Self-Neglect

Forget the “Zoo-Look” and Cultivate the YOU Look!

This post is part of a series examining 1950s era charm, poise, and beauty using Secrets of Poise, Personality, and Model Beauty written by modeling agency and schools icon John Robert Powers and published by Prentiss-Hall in 1960.

Unless she acquires the taste and fortitude to discriminate between the patterns which are limited fads . . . → Read More: Forget the “Zoo-Look” and Cultivate the YOU Look!

Do You Really Know What Your Figure Looks Like?

This post is part of a series exploring how to choose flattering clothing styles and colors using the book Clothes Make Magic by Emmi Cotten (1949, E.P. Dutton & Co.).

Beyond the fact that all women have such things as shoulders, waists, and hips, practically anything can happen. Nature, in her enthusiasm for infinite . . . → Read More: Do You Really Know What Your Figure Looks Like?

1950s Charm School: Creating An Aura of Magnificence™

This post is part of a series examining 1950s era charm, poise, and beauty using Secrets of Poise, Personality, and Model Beauty written by modeling agency and schools icon John Robert Powers and published by Prentiss-Hall in 1960.

As you eliminate the negative aspects of your appearance and your personality, you must continue to . . . → Read More: 1950s Charm School: Creating An Aura of Magnificence™