Today’s Featured Comment
About two years ago, I discovered a book called Staging Your Comeback by Christopher Hopkins. His specialty is women over 45 – and his approach is so upbeat and positive! [The Makeover Guy is a member of Vibrant Nation; check out Christopher's great makeover post here. ~ Eds.]
That July, I flew to Minneapolis (yes, from NEW YORK!) for a makeover day: haircut, color, eyebrow waxing (REALLY made a difference), makeup lesson (the best) and style/fashion analysis.
Check out Christopher’s website themakeoverguy.com, and watch a few of the videos: they’re fun and you can learn a lot from them, as well as from the book and companion workbook.
[Watch an example makeover by Christopher. ~ Eds.]
While I don’t do makeup every day (I work from home), when I do, it’s WAY better than before; and I have my hair cut and colored at a nice salon by a talented young woman, a $100/month indulgence. But as someone who now has my own business, and goes to many conferences, often speaking or moderating, I consider it a business expense (not deductible, however!).
BTW, I will be 69 in May…would definitely like to lose a few pounds (20 would be good), but otherwise healthy and pretty happy: good husband, wonderful stepdaughter, bubbly 4-year-old grandson, challenging 104-year-old Mom and a few good friends. Hang in there, and do whatever you feel is right for you and doesn’t break the bank – you’re worth every penny!
[This comment was originally posted in this conversation. ~ Eds.]
What have you done recently to refresh your look and feel your best?
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Deercats, I had already seen the video on the website and, although you weren’t bad before, the makeover was amazing. Too bad it is so far from California . You are lovely and have a great smile. I’ve ordered his book and can’t wait to get it.
This post makes me smile!
Good for you!
I have had his book a long time,and still refer to it from time to time myself,i also like the book how not to look old by charla krump,i think thats her name? anyway,i wish so much i could do that too!
but i live in farm country,and would have to go a longer route than you did..but iam so happy your young at heart!
Still working too…thats wonderful!
I am retired,64 and love my peace time, i love makeup,and wear it every day…
Bren
Deercats, I am retired and will turn 64 in a few days. I got Christopher’s book yesterday and have already read it. Such fun and great thought provoking ideas. Loved it. Boy I wish I could go there but will have to make do with the printed word and videos. Thank you for suggesting this great resource .
Oh my goodness. This is wonderful. You look amazing and hip and yes like Meryl Streep. Congratulations on taking the plunge and sharing.
I have been in awe of Meryl Streep ever since I saw her in “Sophie’s Choice,” and reading this and the allusions to her as a look-alike were dead-on. I have done a makeover, but it’s been 20 years, and I do believe this has inspired me. You look breathtaking!. zsa zsa
DeerCats, You look gorgeous. I went directly to Amazon & ordered his book. I can hardly wait. I think it is time for me to “come out of my cocoon”, too.
DeerCats-
Such an exciting transformation, very inspiring!
Yes Christopher Hopkins’ book is wonderful.
You look absolutely beautiful, amazing what the right makeup and haircut can do.
You do look a lot like Meryl Streep.
I’m 57, time to lose the glasses and step into vibrance. You’ve really given me a lift with your post.
All the best…