The power of lipstick, short skirts and high heels

The you, the real you, underneath the facade of make-up, is always ready to show its face, but sometimes it is just not appropriate. Take a moment to think how you behave when you meet a stranger. First impressions count; look the part and you may gain a sale, a new friend, or an enemy. It's not a comfortable subject, trying to look good, making an effort - it all sounds so superficial. But there is a hidden meaning under the film of foundation and lashings of lipstick. It hides a multitude of sins and it shows you have respect for yourself. Catch the sight of a smartly dressed person and it evokes many different feelings, such as admiration, hope and even luck. Conversely, when the opposite occurs, disappointment beckons. We are all subconsciously attracted to people who make an effort with their appearance, in business, in relationships and in a coffee shop. It reflects this person's diligence, self-confidence and determination, in so many other areas of their life. Take a short shirt. It may attract the wrong sort of attention if you hitch it up too high, but have it at the right length and you will gain respect - particularly if you don't have saggy knees. Pair the skirt with high heels, and you can class yourself as Gods gift to everyone.