The Art Of Accepting Compliments!!!!!

Val and I have been talking about this topic a lot lately. We both agree that even though we are both confident with our style and image, we still find it quite difficult to accept a compliment.So then we started wondering why? At first we thought maybe it was an Irish thing, but after researching the matter, we discovered that most females worldwide are taught to be modest and humble. We feel that accepting praise will make us seem arrogant, we don't want to appear as cocky or self-absorbed, therefore accepting a compliment is a big 'no no'.

Any of our Irish readers will be able to relate to the whole "€10 Penny's expression", which you're bound to hear at least ten times on a Saturday night. For our American ladies, I guess you could compare it to Target. They have stylish and on trend clothing, but its just "cheap and cheerful". By immediately saying that we made our purchase at these stores, we're either (a) automatically trying to put our outfit down or (b) hoping to deflect away from the compliment by focusing on the bargain!!!While we should be saying 'Thank You" and owning our look. Its YOU that has picked the dress, YOU that has put the entire look together and its YOUR body that's making this outfit look as good as it does!!!

We have found that women typically have 3 common reactions to a compliment:

1. She blushes,loses the ability to speak, shakes her head, and looks down.
2. She will take the compliment, but put it down immediately.
3. She immediately compliments the person who gave her a complement, to get the attention off her.

Val and I admit to being guilty of all the above at one point or another. But we've decided that this should end now! We put effort into our appearance, we want people to notice that, therefore we need to learn how to take a compliment. It shouldn't be an uncomfortable or awkward experience, instead we should feel a sense of pride, we deserve to feel good!! 

How To Take A Compliment:

The team at Mode In Style have come up with a fantastic answer, and are sure you've heard it before. It's very simple really............just say THANK YOU!!! If after a couple of minutes, you notice that the compliment giver is wearing something that you genuinely wish to compliment then do so. Otherwise if you straight away respond with another compliment, you are again trying to take the attention from you and your compliment may seem disingenuous.

To finish, I would just like to say that Val and I are determined to practice what we preach and we hope you will all do the same. There is enough negativity in the world without us turning something positive like a simple compliment into a negative experience!! Please feel free to comment below and share any tips you have regarding the art of accepting compliments.

On the other hand, if you are not getting enough compliments, or simply can't relate to this blog, Mode In Style is here to help. Quote this blog and receive 10% off our 5 hour makeover package!Click here for modeinstyle.com

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Slan Go Foill.

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St.Paddy's Day

As the saying goes "There are only two types of people in the world....The Irish and those who wish they were  Irish!!! So with St.Patrick's Day fast approaching myself and Val wanted to share some outfit ideas with you. But before we do we would like to talk a little bit about the color green, and why we wear it on St.Paddy's Day.

There are many reasons for the color green; green is the color of the shamrock, green is the color of spring, and green is the color of Ireland's lush landscape, hence why it is known as the Emerald Isle . However, my favorite explanation for wearing green on St.Patrick's Day is a bit far fetched, but you know us Irish love our folktales. According to Irish legends, St. Patrick's revelers thought wearing green made them invisible to leprechauns and fairy creatures who would pinch anyone they could see (anyone not wearing green). People began pinching those who didn't wear green as a reminder that leprechauns would sneak up and pinch green-abstainers!! So be sure to wear your green!!

Green is also a good color to wear to improve your mood. Green is linked to emotional balance, harmony, love, acceptance, peace and calmness. Another thing to note about the color green is that it is associated with the heart chakra. A balanced heart chakra means expansion, freedom and growth. Green symbolizes, creativity, health, abundance and nature.It is the combining of yellow (soul) and blue (spirit). Green, nature's color, offers new energy and revitalizes tired nerves. So as you can see, there are endless benefits attached to green, even on an ordinary day!

Now lets get to the fashion!!!Of course growing up in Ireland 'La Le Padraig' (paddy's day) was a big celebration and always an excuse to buy a new outfit! Whether you're going to the parade, on a pub crawl, or to a fancy evening event, we have put together an outfit that's sure to make your friends green with envy!

The first look that we would like to share with you is a casual look. In Ireland this would be typically worn during the day to the parade. Something stylish, yet very practical for a long day on you're feet. However, in Ireland you would need a big winter coat too! As much as we love Ireland we certainly don't miss the weather!!!

This next look is quite popular in both Ireland and San Francisco! Last year on Paddy's day, I saw a lot of people dressed in Leprechaun costumes here in the city! Some people love any excuse to put on a costume, as we say in Ireland, 'Its great Craic'! Contrary to how this saying may sound its actually loosely translated to 'its great fun'!

For our final look, we've put together some Paddy's Day party dresses! Its probably the look that I'm going to go for, I have a slight dress obsession!! For a modern take on the traditional green St.Patrick's day dress, why not mix it up with a little lime green, we love the lime dress shown below.

Don't forget to pop over to our website www.modeinstyle.com to check out what amazing styling options we have available for you.

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Slan Go Foill.
(Bye for now)

How does the way we dress affect us?!!

Its no new news that our clothes say a lot about us. Your outfit immediately informs people of your type of employment, spending habits, ambitions and emotions. Now there is a whole new type of psychology based on this topic. I just bought clinical psychologist Dr. Jennifer Baumgartners book "You are what you wear - what your clothes reveal about you". I'm really excited to begin reading it and as soon as I'm done I will post a review and share my new tips with you all. But today Val and I would just like to put it in simple terms and give you our opinion on how clothes affect peoples perception of others and self-perception.

Val and I are firm believers in the fact that how we dress affects our mood, whenever we're feeling a little bit down, we will purposely put together a killer outfit and in no time at all we will find ourselves confidently strutting down the street with smiles from ear to ear!! Looking good = Feeling good!!

That's not to stay that you have to be dressed to the nines everyday, but your outfit should look like you put effort into your appearance. This is something that comes naturally to some people, Val and myself have been blessed with this talent!In fact,I was just telling Val that ever since I can remember I have been planning my outfits for the following day whilst trying to fall asleep, and I cannot rest until I have put the right rig out together in my mind!

Fortunately if this is a skill that you don't possess or simply don't enjoy doing, Mode In Style is here to help. After our initial consultation we can provide you with an array of services, including closet purging, personal styling and we can even provide you with a personal style book ! One of our stylists will put looks together for you, it will be tailored to you're personal needs, all you need do is open up your book, choose one of the outfits that our stylist has put together for you and off you go!! Check out our website for more information on all the wonderful packages we have to offer - www.modeinstyle.com .Check us out!

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