Confidence is Key

    

Have you ever found yourself stuck in a style funk. everything in your closet has started to look the same. But hey that's what you're comfortable in... well you guessed it I'm back with another challenge for you! Time to set some more goals and have Confidence!

         Recently I've noticed that I get told a lot by friends and even strangers "oh I could never pull off wearing that". This makes me sad to hear that because as women we seem to limit ourselves of what jeans we can wear, accessories, make up trends, even hairstyles. Which yes, there is better fits for different body types and you have to figure out what works with your body. But for the if you are confident in yourself and what you are wearing you can rock it. Easier said than done, I know. For a long time my closet was full of all the same type of clothes, I never changed my jewelry, I used one eye shadow pallet, and my hair was either my natural curls or straight. Yes that's fine but it can get boring at times. I wanted to be able to express who I am through what I wear. So slowly I've pushed my comfort zone and added things that I never thought I could wear. I'm not going to lie it's not easy, most days I still wear my leggings and big t-shirts, but this year I'm this is a goal of mine... small steps! I can tell you that buying a few stand out pieces has really made all the difference in my confidence.
    
       So my challenge for you is.... Jump out of your comfort zone. Wear those colored pants, put on that edgy jewelry, rock the colorful eye shadow even red or dark vampy lipsticks, try some new hair styles; it could be something as simple as buying yourself a pair of sunglasses that you never thought you could pull off!! If you have the confidence (even fake the confidence) to try something new it can lead to a world of possibilities.

                       Stay Beautiful,
                              - Victoria Morgan

Tip: Mix your neutrals. I know... crazy! But if you find the right way to mix and match there can be endless possibilities with stables in your closet!

~The quickest way to acquire self-confidence is to do exactly what you're afraid to do~

Tip: Change up your style of jeans, make a fun change with some flares, distressed, or even some baggy boyfriend jeans!

~Nothing holds you back more than your own insecurities.~

Tip: Color! Don't be afraid to be bold and stand out. Spice it up

~Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself.~ -Coco Chanel

Tip: Crop tops. you don't always have to show your belly, find crop tops that hits right above your hips and pair it with a pair of high waisted pants. It'll add a fun new look

~Confidence comes naturally with success but, success comes only to those, who are confident~

Love Yourself Where You Are

 

Hey there,

It's been a long time, but I'm back. This is the year of pushing myself to be the best person I can be! So I want to reintroduce this blog by challenging you all to the same things that I've been trying to focus on myself. It's never too late to start. I have two challenges for you. First, find those small achievable goals for yourself, these can be daily, weekly, or even monthly goals! One of mine is to write more, which is the reason I'm here. A goal should be something that you can be proud of, something for yourself. This isn't always easy and may require taking a few leaps into the unknown. But whether you land on your feet or fall, you can learn from every experience. So scary or not get ready to leap! My second challenge for you, the most important one, is to Love yourself where you are right now. ​Love yourself if you are at your dream job. Love yourself is you've accomplished some of your big goals. Also love yourself if you fail, if you don't know what you're doing in life and if you feel lost. Love yourself!
I challenge you to do these things and see how much you grow.

With all of that being said I want to briefly talk about why I named my blog "Apply and Conquer". I feel like even if you are going through the hardest thing that you have ever been through, putting on your favorite lipstick or just putting on something that makes you feel beautiful can give you a certain confidence. Now don't get me wrong, I know it won’t fix everything but even having a mini, DIY spa day for yourself at home can do wonders when you are feeling less than the beautiful person you are. You can conquer those hard days and whatever they throw at you just by giving yourself a little extra boost! So keep that in mind when you are having a crappy day. Love yourself where you are right now and do a little extra something for yourself, to make yourself feel special. Set those goals and be proud. I'll be here to help give you the little push you need. :)

FUN FACT: Another reason behind the blog name, "Apply & Conquer": My name is the Latin word for Victory or... Conquer. So ever since I was a little girl I wanted to be a "Conqueror" to fulfill the name meaning card that I kept on my wall (you know you had one). I don't know if I've ever lived up to that name but I like to think I have conquered some small things in my life. I'm still working on it!

*Side note, the Irish the meaning of the name Morgan, my middle name, is "Fighter of the Sea.” I knew I was always meant to mermaid... hence the red hair, haha!

Talk to y'all soon!

  Stay beautiful,

      -Victoria Morgan