Author Archive: Melissa Raissa
Melissa Raissa
July 24, 2015
Clothes
You have probably noticed that us women seem to have certain parts of our body where most of what we eat goes straight to. Some people say it’s their thighs, their middles or their butts. If only they would go…
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Melissa Raissa
May 30, 2015
Clothes
Plaid patterns are composed of lines and stripes that intersect each other at consistent points. The colors of the stripes and lines contrast to distinguish them from each other thus creating wonderful variations along the pattern. Depending on the combination…
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Melissa Raissa
May 27, 2015
Hair
A haircut can drastically change your look. That is why most women do not take this matter lightly. Sometimes, it makes all the difference between looking grim to looking great. Unfortunately, not all haircuts are guaranteed to flatter your face….
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Melissa Raissa
May 25, 2015
Clothes
Misguided children are growing rampant along with the plentiful blaming fingers that point to society, the media or irresponsible parenting, to name a few. Taking care of children, their food, education, and other basic necessities are tough enough without having…
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Melissa Raissa
May 25, 2015
Accessories
There are plenty of styles available for modern belts. Choosing the right belt given all these options can be overwhelming especially if you don’t know what to look for in the first place. Much like any wise purchase, it’s important…
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Melissa Raissa
May 25, 2015
Accessories
Belts come in diverse materials and colors which subtly polish your look without overwhelming your outfit. Given the variety of styles, materials and prints, anybody can come up with a very unique look with the unlimited combination possibilities that are…
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Melissa Raissa
May 1, 2015
Clothes
Broad shoulders are usually a characteristic of apple-shaped or inverted triangle body types. This body type is wider on top, tapering down at the bottom and is the opposite of pear-shaped body types. Apple-shaped body types store fats in their…
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Melissa Raissa
April 30, 2015
Shoes
Espadrilles are great for summer. They’re comfortable to wear and are virtually weatherproof. This is mainly because espadrille soles are made of rope, or a rope-resembling kind of rubber. Along with the soft sole, the straps of this shoe are…
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Melissa Raissa
April 28, 2015
Accessories
The most common problem for boyish figures are the shoulders, chest, middle, butt and hips. For some women, these boyish traits can be found in just one area or a combination of two or more problem areas. Personally, I have…
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Melissa Raissa
April 22, 2015
Shoes
When you talk of sneakers it immediately suggests function and comfort before style. Although the lack of style is not necessarily true with the availability of beautiful designs today that the shoe industry fell short of before. Thankfully, they’ve finally…
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Melissa Raissa
April 16, 2015
Shoes
Pumps are heeled shoes that are closed at the toe and at the back. They can have either chunky, thin or stiletto heels. Pumps are the most common type of high-heeled shoes and suit women of all body types. Stiletto…
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Melissa Raissa
April 15, 2015
Shoes
Booties are boots that cover the whole foot closing at the instep without covering the ankles and usually have high heels. Shoes that cover the instep have a shortening effect and are best suited for tall women. Booties are considered…
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Melissa Raissa
April 11, 2015
Hair
A haircut can drastically change your look. That is why most women do not take this matter lightly. Sometimes, it makes all the difference between looking grim to looking great. Unfortunately, not all haircuts are guaranteed to flatter your face….
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Melissa Raissa
March 20, 2015
Hair
Short haircuts take very low maintenance and are ideal for busy women. This no-fuss cut may make it limited in terms of styling. Most short hairstyles are flattering on oval-shaped faces which is deemed as the ideal face shape because…
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Melissa Raissa
March 17, 2015
Clothes
I applaud the fact that there are now people in the fashion industry who are beginning to embrace women of all race, shapes and sizes. Having said that, I also believe that there is no need to go to the…
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Melissa Raissa
March 16, 2015
Style and Beauty - Other
At this day and age, most people already know a thing or two about how to improve their appearance. Some people are so competitive when it comes to their looks that they are willing to do anything to get that…
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Melissa Raissa
March 16, 2015
Style and Beauty - Other
Beauty in women is a compelling gauge of a society’s moral standards. Just like how a particular society may treat its people or environment, how a society treats its women – beautiful women in particular, is a measure of their…
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Melissa Raissa
March 15, 2015
Style and Beauty - Other
People are trying too hard to find ways to be beautiful nowadays. Some would even go through expensive, sometimes painful, methods all for the sake of beauty. Despite all this obsession for perfect features, there really is no particular measure…
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Melissa Raissa
March 5, 2015
Accessories
The stud trend is a very intimidating look appealing largely to the younger generations for its tough yet chic style. Often set on leather, the metal studs are made in round, conic or pyramid shapes that threaten to puncture anyone who…
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Melissa Raissa
March 2, 2015
Hair
Our faces and features need to work together with our hairstyle in order to create a harmonious look. Every person has a unique combination of features that has to be taken into consideration in finding the right style for your…
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Melissa Raissa
February 10, 2015
Accessories
The baroque trend stole the show all over fashion runways for fall 2012. Inspired by designers such as Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Oscar De La Renta, Aquilano Rimondi and many more, it’s a look that’s a bit too much for…
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Melissa Raissa
January 14, 2015
Style and Beauty - Other
The best part about reinventing your look is the freedom to dictate your appearance according to how you want yourself to be. Makeovers get a lot of hype with all the drastic changes it does to one person. But the…
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Melissa Raissa
December 22, 2014
Clothes
When you’re shopping on a budget, it’s important to prioritize which clothes you need to buy and those that might be worth buying. This may get difficult once you get to stores and everything starts to look great. You just…
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Melissa Raissa
October 29, 2014
Dating
The word “manliness” is often associated to that easy-go-lucky attitude that men have towards relationships, family life and other domestic aspects. A much graver connotation is the idea that men are superior to women and that men should behave in…
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Melissa Raissa
July 26, 2014
Style and Beauty - Other
What’s your perfect eyebrow shape? It’s the one that you already have, of course. But with a few minor tweaks, you can get those Hollywood-worthy brows everyone covets. Careful not to lose yourself in the process, though. A few extra…
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