How to look PUT TOGETHER and be more REFINED

[@gretas6794]

It is so refreshing to see someone more traditional speak about the ethical issues with fast fashion. It just goes to show that keeping our planet clean is truly a matter of ethics, not politics!!

[@CynthiaL]

Greta S thank you!! 😊💕 So true! Even if the message on this video can reach one person and influence to consume less fast fashion

[@TULIP.1689]

My ways to appear more polished: -Wearing some makeup everyday even when I don’t feel like it no matter where I go or what I’m doing. Practice a good basic look. -My hair isn’t naturally straight so I prep the night before since textured hair can be unpredictable. I normally keep my styles more loose and free but I have a go-to chignon style for a classic look. -Working on posture and having a warm expression helps. -I took your advice in that one video about graceful hand motions and that takes things up a notch lol Your advice is dead on and mothers should be teaching their daughters these things❤️

[@CynthiaL]

T.oliver I love all of your tips!! I also find that having go-to classic hairdo for when I’m not having the best hair day helps so much! Ooo I’m happy to hear that the bands video helped you 😊💕

[@cozykimmi]

Love your tips!! 💗💗💗

[@miamuneca7555]

Wdym with warm expression?

[@CynthiaL]

Hello lovely feminine women! 😊💕 Today, I am sharing with you a more “light” and “trendy topic” (I guess you could say that?) . I hope you have a wonderful weekend! 🤩

[@ms.b6015]

I'm not the most feminine, but I definitely have adopted the more solids and small prints into my wardrobe and of course cutting out fast fashion! I think that just comes with growing up and becoming an adult lady! Also, you look so lovely in that sweater!

[@CynthiaL]

Thank you!! 😊💕You're right, this helps us look more like "grown up" ladies

[@amandazplace5663]

Seriously! Powder blue was made for you, Cynthia!😍

[@tatandure47]

Incredible video Cynthia! I definitely agree that one's wardrobe can make a huge difference in how they carry themselves. I've noticed that when I wear pants, I feel more in my masculine energy and have been making an effort to wear skirts and dresses. My mother has been an incredible supporter and since our culture (West African) leans more towards modest, bright and colorful clothing, she has been buying me some and advised me to get a tailor. So grateful for this information! Also thank you for replying to my previous comment 💕💕

[@CynthiaL]

Aisatta_Hayaa I love the Colors incorporated in a West African wardrobe! A tailor can do wonders to transform clothing to fit every body shape. And thank YOU for commenting 😊💕! I try my best to reply to all of themn

[@TheLadyoftheHouse]

Another fabulous video Cynthia, you have a gift! I’m heading into the store now to get some thread to mend a few holes! My way of instantly looking and feeling more refined in the winter is to wear a well made, structured coat in my favorite color. I always notice if a woman is wearing a beautiful coat🌹

[@CynthiaL]

Inspired by Nikki awh thank you Nikki! So nice to see you here 😊💕 (you know I love your videos/style). You have a great point about a structured coat - this is so important in winter!

[@halcyondays8945]

You’re right! A good coat 🧥 is an instant upgrade. I’m a frugal shopper but have no issue spending a lot more on a well-made coat.

[@magdaa.1210]

I don't leave home without at least mascara, it wakes up my face instantly! If I feel fancy, I will add eyeliner with it. Not much of a makeup person lately. Like lipstick on others but I just don't keep up with the reapplying of it throughout the day so I've given it up. Posture is something I will take into my daily focus to better my overall polished look. Great tips, will be checking out your posture video as suggested!

[@CynthiaL]

Magda Amado posture can definitely make a difference 😊! I think What’s most importance is confidence - even if that is mascara and not lipstick, I support it 💕😊

[@magdaa.1210]

@@CynthiaL I have a funny add-on to this...yesterday I attended my pure barre class wearing only lipstick vs the usual mascara & eyeliner which is so much easier to wash after sweating from exercising! So...thanks to you...I will be incorporating short-term lipstick wearing after all (for exercising classes only)!

[@Jeyika]

Loving your sweater top. I think that having manners is a way to be more refined. Thank You,You Welcome,Excuse Me... Is simple but is something that most people forget now.

[@CynthiaL]

Jeyika thank you!! I agree 😊💕

[@shaaaairuuu]

I'm from Bangladesh, and possibly moving to Canada in a few years. I always wear our ethnic clothes, like salwar kameez, our skirts, and sari on special occasions. I have only a few sets of Western outfits for the sake of places with dress codes such as business professional. I love our traditional clothing and can't imagine living without them. Western clothes aren't my thing at all. I am terrified by the thought of leaving our traditional clothing when I move to Canada. Even if I could manage to wear them, they won't be suitable for the cold temperatures. I eventually have to switch to wearing full Western. What terrifies me the most is winter clothing. Here winter isn't that cold and it is easy to wear some pretty winter clothing. I am not used to heavy coats, and I have no idea how to pull them off and still have the feminine vibe. Your videos teach me a lot and make me feel like I will be able to manage it when I move there. But man, I'd love to attend parties and special events wearing sari instead of gowns and I can already imagine how much it would stand out and still look feminine and beautiful. I firmly believe women of all ethnicities look the best in their own ethnic clothing. ❤️

[@ms.b6015]

I 100% think you should wear the clothing you're most comfortable in when attending any events! Check out Gurkiran Kaur, she's our NDP representative (Jagmeet Singh)'s wife. She rocks western and her cultural Indian clothing to any event! She has great outfits to look up to (she's also a fashion designer!) gurkirankaur_ is her insta if you want some inspiration on classy and feminine but also cultural.

[@amandazplace5663]

I see many, many beautiful ladies in their traditional Indian saris here in Canada. My 19 year old daughters went to high school with several. These cultural differences are very supported. Don't worry, sweetheart. Your style will be respected.❤❤

[@shaaaairuuu]

@@ms.b6015 Of course it's possible to rock something like that if you're on that level. It's harder for normal noobs. Also many parts of India have colder temperatures so they have traditional garments that can suit Canadian weather as well. In Bangladesh literally everything is made of cotton and they are all super comfy and breathable for the humid summer but not suitable in the winter at all. It's harder to specifically find the type of garments that we wear, and we aren't exactly the same as Indians despite many similarities.

[@shaaaairuuu]

@@amandazplace5663 I'm not worried about the respect part. I'm worried about the practical aspect of it.

[@norafiqah3309]

I really love indian culture dress. I once wear it when i went to a cultural program in my college where everyobody wears each other's traditional clothes. And i fell in love. I still don't own any but i wish to have at least one in the future.

[@SincerelyHolly]

My boyfriend is working late tonight and i'm having the best time cooped up on the couch binge watching all your videos with a cup of tea ♥ this one is especially lovely!

[@CynthiaL]

💛💛

[@suzannedussault4120]

It is a very interesting video! Thank you! You always make me laugh and surprise me when you share info like your experience in the pizza world. Keep your simplicity it is refreshing!

[@alysapalacios8777]

Lovely video Cynthia & I love that beautiful sweater ! :)

[@CynthiaL]

Alysa Pinto thank you for watching it so quickly after it went up! I’m so grateful you are here 😊💕

[@sarahdesimon9726]

I loooooove when you do this kind of videos! I've sort of missed them! Awesome: great info for all women out there!!!

[@CynthiaL]

Sarah DeSimon this is great to know!’ Thank you 😊💕

[@moriah5598]

The sound quality has improved SO much. Great job! :)

[@CynthiaL]

Thank you 😄 ❤️

[@sherryedwards695]

Hmmm, let me see, what do I do to be more refined? Not sure, however, I have learnt to keep my comments to myself, if that counts. Great tips.

[@joeydong1879]

Love your videos! You always looks so good!

[@CynthiaL]

Joey Dong thank you 😊

[@samperez3741]

I love your channel, Cynthia! Your content is so thought-provoking and practical. That sweater looks absolutely lovely on you by the way! Thanks so much for creating these videos. xoxo

[@CynthiaL]

I'm happy to hear 😄 ❤️

[@tw3014]

Cynthia, thanks for all your helpful tips, and now the sound is great! 💕😊

[@CynthiaL]

Ok great! 😄 ❤️I played around with the microphone a little bit, but I'm still not sure about it. I might have to buy a new one lol

[@karenmckinley1858]

I like your way of thinking. I am a mom of 2...between school runs, cleaning, cooking, laundry, after school activities 3 nights a week ect ect. I wear leggings and hoodies. Hair in ponytail lol. I have no time to dress up or look put together. Any tips for a busy mom? 😊

[@CynthiaL]

I can imagine that you are so busy! I hope that I can share my authentic experience once I have kids 😊💕. I think a nice ponytail can look put-together (I often clip my hair back when in the home - nobody wants to be cleaning with hair dangling over various surface lol). I also think matching plays a big part - even if you're just wearing leggings and hoodies. Also, in the winter, I love wearing boots over leggings to give it a more "dressed up" vibe (but still practical).

[@suzannedussault4120]

karen mckinley I keep my lipstick in the car, I apply it when I get to destination or at stop lights ( be careful)

[@halcyondays8945]

I have a mom friend who always dresses well. She said something that’s always stuck with me. “It takes just as much effort to pull on a pair of sweatpants as to pull on a nice pair of pants.” She’s right! Dresses are my personal cheat code. I can grab it off the hanger and dress in the dark and look put together in perfect comfort. Add a simple pair of earrings you’re golden!

[@lejanlian831]

You're videos always make my day better 💕😊

[@CynthiaL]

Lejan Lian awh and getting comments like this make mine! 😊😊

[@sakshiverma4130]

Here is your new subscriber ❤️ Thankfully I found your video while searching how to look polished and refined .. Firstly you are sooo gorgeous ❤️❤️I dont know but that first impression thing excites me to say you’re a beautiful person Thank you so much for making such videos your content is amazing something with which we can easily connect .. So this week I’m gonna watch all your videos Love from India 🇮🇳

[@CynthiaL]

Thank you so much for being here 💛

[@sofiaperez1859]

You look so classy!! I love it 🥰

[@CynthiaL]

Thank you 😄 ❤️

[@kristinjennifer5852]

Beautiful blouse! Love the color on you. 💕

[@CynthiaL]

Thanks Kristin ☺️💛

[@peacefulmindtoday]

You lipstick is very vibrant. Drawned by the word "fast fashion": if you mean the fads that come and go, I agree it is something ladies should beware of. It seems silly for women to replace things every season. The perfect classic accessories also make sense: reminds me of the classic wardrobe a couple of stylists are teaching me. I wonder if Marie Claire is a good go to for the classics.

[@CynthiaL]

Fast fashion, the trends that come and go and usually the cheap material that they use to create those clothes. A classic wardrobe is best 😄

[@peacefulmindtoday]

@@CynthiaL Could not agree with you more. Thank you for allowing me to be a male guest on your page. I have complete respect for what you are doing. I am learning from my girlfriends how much goes into everything you do. You deserve all the compliments you get.

[@private8302ee]

Really love ur channel

[@Thehealthyloveclub]

What’s this lipstick u have on? So pretty

[@anisgotscents7726]

I love your beautiful personality ☺

[@CynthiaL]

Thank you so much 😄 ❤️

[@allyviannaroe5129]

I need your sweater! Where did you get it?!

[@CynthiaL]

Thank you 💛🌻. I got it a while ago unfortunately at a consignment store, unfortunately :(

[@suzannedussault4120]

I wish I could do my make up like you do yours.

[@a.p.6341]

Cynthia, you have a like- minded friend in Italy!

[@CynthiaL]

Alice C. Perricelli thank you!! 😊😊

[@darling_darby]

About your haircut comment 💯 the whole way. I have timeless hair and it fits me and I always get comments about my hair but honestly it is just a very basic cut with lots of face framing and simple layers. I will never get a short cut because it just doesn’t look good on me.

[@CynthiaL]

I'm so happy we agree friend 💛🌻. Your haircut is lovely!

[@michelletackett9489]

Paying attention to small details helps.

[@CynthiaL]

Michelle Tackett trueee 😊🌸

[@stephaniejordon]

Suggestions for someone who doesn't have fuller lips. Lipstick looks horrible on me unfortunately. Regardless if I use lip liner...ugh 🙄🙄🙄

[@CynthiaL]

Thank you for commenting Stephanie 😊💕. Have you tried applying lip liner as the lipstick(not really around, but actual on the lip)? I've also heard that exfoliating your lips before trying to apply lipstick helps to boost circulation and then makes it better to get precision when applying lipstick. Maybe someone reading this comment will have more tips

[@TULIP.1689]

Using a technique called over lining can be used to create the illusion of slightly fuller lips. Use a liner a few shades darker than the actual lipstick taking the liner ever so slightly beyond your actual lip. Play around with this to find the most flattering way to do it and use a very light hand. My lips are already full and I do this for different looks. Add a lip plumping gloss to increase the effect. Finding undertones that match your skin is important with lipstick as well and is probably even more important than fullness.

[@amandazplace5663]

All these suggestions are great. You might want to play around with frosted vs matte, to see which you prefer. It might also be a case of just not being used to seeing yourself like this, so having a negative reaction that actually is inaccurate. Try wearing lipstick around the house only, for a good 2 weeks, where you feel less judged. Give yourself the privacy to adjust to the change.❤

[@feliciagiangualano1994]

I decided to get lip fillers because my lips were non existent and it honestly changed my life for the better, lol.

[@213kidangel]

practicing the four virtues is the fastest way to become refined.

[@izzyb6504]

I love lipstick probably too much 💄 ❤️

[@CynthiaL]

Izzy B same 😂💕

[@vycaso]

Wow Cynthia didn't know you worked for the pizza industry I wonder what's that like hehe

[@CynthiaL]

lol I did not enjoy it, but work is work

[@vycaso]

@@CynthiaL Haha I feel you on that one

[@joannegolding3538]

I love your channel! Can I suggest you don’t say “I love all of you” (you tube watchers). Because you don’t know us all, you can’t “love” someone you don’t know. Sorry, but it’s a pet peeve of mine!

[@CynthiaL]

Lol good point! I will try to be more aware 🥰💛