"Draw me like one of your French girls"

Today, we take a few lessons from the French and start "bien dans sa peau!" Or feeling good in your own skin!

I don't think I have an issue with feeling good in my own skin, but like everyone, I do get hard on myself sometimes. Here's a few things that French women do that I'd love to start incorporating into my own life:

Le Planning
They plan! Americans, in general, are very spontaneous. I have bought so many things that I didn't need or really like, just because it was on sale. French women are different. They plan and only make quality purchases. They stick to what they know and looks good on them. They buy basics that they can wear for years and add seasonal new pieces, like a nice scarf, new lipstick or bag. Now that I'm older and make a decent living, my goal is to purchase quality over quantity. It's not always easy with trendy, cheap stores like Target and Forever 21. But honestly, look in your closet at which pieces of clothes you have held on to the longest. I guarantee they are pieces made with nice material and may have cost you a little extra.

Enjoy the Party
Maybe it is because they plan, but French women are not nearly as frantic as us Americans. Whatever they face they deal with their emotions and move on. They don't stress over the traffic jam or anything else that gets in their way. If they have a party, they enjoy the time with their guest. They don't stay behind the scenes, cooking, cleaning and running around. Enjoy your party, doll!

Frankly, my Dear I don't Give a Damn
French women are blunt. They aren't pushovers. They are still polite, but they are strong. You can be respectful and have a backbone.

Feel Good, Look Good
French Women are always dressed nice and groomed. A lot of Americans are more than happy to run errands in their old, "cleaning clothes" or with their top knot. A French Woman wouldn't be caught dead cleaning in that, much less in public. Additionally, she wears what fits her and compliments her. She doesn't wear a trend just because it's a trend. Throw away those leggings, honey. You don't have the body for them! And can we talk about baggy pants? They may be girl hot, but definitely not guy hot. Sorry!

Treat yo Self
If they want that sweet dessert they eat it. They may cut back on other parts of their meals or skip another glass of wine, but they don't deny their selves. Cheese and wine is fine in moderation. Enjoy don't overeat or splurge.

Maintenance
French women think of manicures, massages and facials at maintenance. While us Americans think of it as spoiling ourselves. Never feel bad for taking time to care for yourself.

To sum it up, enjoy life! Plan for things, but don't panic when your plans don't go through as planned. Think about why you're somewhere and what you're doing. Take the time to be all there. Dress the part and spoil yourself. Eat that cupcake, darling. You'll work it off tomorrow:)