Welcome to Nadia's Beauty Blog!

Welcome everyone to "Nadia's Beauty Blog." I'm so excited to be blogging for the first time! This is the perfect outlet for me to share my personal and trade secrets that I've come to learn over the years... this idea really started with the magical world of social networking known as Twitter, Facebook, MySpace, and also good old-fashioned snail mail. I've gotten lots of questions over the years from inquiring minds, like yours, about what the heck to do with everything from your hair to your skincare! You can ask me anything on here... well, not ANYTHING! ;) But, hopefully, I can give you some helpful advice on beauty and fashion and such. I won't be alone in doing this; obviously I owe most of what I know from the amazing people I work with every day. The DAYS hair, make-up and wardrobe team are the BEST! I'll also being asking my very hot coworkers for advice as well...

With summer just around the corner and the Daytime Emmys only a couple weeks away, I guess I'll start there! I still need to pick out a dress, but I'm not going to stress out about it. First of all, I believe in wearing something that makes you feel good rather than trying to conform to some idea of a trend. I don't believe in following trends because we're not all built the same. Something has to be flattering to your body shape no matter what. You wouldn't catch me dead in harem pants or shoulder pads... though I'm sure they're lovely on someone else! I think you should feel great in a dress and not worry about what fashion has forecasted as the "in" colors of the season. Wear a color because it makes you smile. The only rule that applies is fabric. I wouldn't wear velvet, tweed or cashmere in the summer! Though, I doubt you'd want to... too darn hot outside!

Personally, I like to pick a dress for any special occasion at the last minute. Yes, I'm a major procrastinator, but I also don't think you should OVER think an outfit or dress. Usually your instincts are right, because if you feel comfortable wearing it, that's what's most important. Confidence is sexy... pulling on your dress cause you feel like it's too short, for example, is not. I also believe in trying on lots of styles. Never trust any garment on a hanger. I've found some of the most amazing clothes that look like nothing on a hanger. I initially didn't want to try on the dress that ended up becoming my pick for the Emmys last year! You might be surprised what is flattering on you and makes you feel good... well, that's it for now.

I'll keep you updated on my dress search, and only then will I know what shoes to wear, what kind of jewelry, handbag and etc. Then, what to do with my hair and make-up?! Stay tuned...

And please send me your questions to NadiaBeautyBlog@gmail.com