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3 Ways to Lift Yourself Up + a Giveaway!


When the weather gets colder, our spirits tend to take a dive. It’s a normal reaction to the sun fading away and the flannels (omg is grunge really coming back?!) coming out. Luckily there are a few simple things we can to lift our minds, bodies and spirits without breaking the bank.

3 Ways to Lift Yourself Up

Check yourself. In the mirror. This is going to sound so weird, but if I’m feeling down or sad if I look in the mirror and just smile big at myself it improves my mood. I’m not crazy, I promise you. There is something about seeing a big, fake smile on yourself that makes it turn genuine. Then, if you’re at all like me, you start to make faces and then in the end you’re laughing and ready to take on the day!

Something old, something new. Of course, we all know what a lift shopping is… but when you get the bill… not so much of a lift. Shop your stash instead! Poke around through your makeup drawer/closet/jewelry armoire and see what buried treasures await. Nothing is more exciting when I go through my lipstick drawer and I find an old favorite. Even though it might be from a few months ago it still makes me smile and I end up wearing it every day for at least a week!!

Get comfortable. Stuff needs to fit right. All stuff. The term “make it fit” is not okay, because if you choose to wear something that isn’t right for your body type then it’s not going to look good on you. It doesn’t matter how small or how big you are, your clothing items need to fit: especially your bra. If my bra doesn’t hit in all the right places it sucks the happy out of my entire day. It’s important to take the time to make sure you’re purchasing lingerie that gives you the right fit and oodles of support (with a little bit of luxury). For 100 years, Vanity Fair® lingerie has been doing just that. In addition to making style and comfort effortless for every woman, Vanity Fair® offers feminine and beautiful lingerie available in styles that are trend-right and feature sleek fabrics with clean lines for a smooth look under clothes. With sophisticated color palettes and minimalistic prints, Vanity Fair® bras and panties are great for everyday wear.

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Right now Vanity Fair® has launched several initiatives for women:

  • “Women Who Do™” Campaign: The “Women Who Do” initiative is a powerfully uplifting campaign dedicated to praising and celebrating everyday triumphs of women everywhere while highlighting the brand’s long-standing commitment to producing quality, luxurious lingerie at an affordable price-point. Ultimately, Vanity Fair® hopes to spark a movement that inspires women to support each other and live their lives according to what makes them happy.
  • Dress for Success Partnership: Dress for Success® – an organization dedicated to promoting the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, career development tools and a network of support– noticed a need for more intimate apparel to provide its clients. Vanity Fair® saw a welcome opportunity to lend its expertise, resources and extensive product offering to help replenish the lingerie of the non-profit organization. Through this partnership, Vanity Fair® hopes to provide women with the support they need to be successful.
  • The Vanity Fair LiftTOUR: On July 17, 2014, Vanity Fair® and Dress for Success kicked off the national LiftTOUR – a nationwide bus tour with a focus on fit and philanthropy. The LiftTOUR will travel across the country conducting bra fittings at major retail locations, and for every woman fit, Vanity Fair® will donate a brand-new bra to the local Dress for Success Affiliate. Between July and the end of October, the LiftTOUR will plan to stop at 70 different locations in 12 major U.S. markets.

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For the chance to win a $100 Visa Gift Card let me know in the comments how you lift yourself up!

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Comments

  23. Dana Stargazer Truitt says

    A brisk early morning walk usually lifts me and gets me going for the day. It’s the best for of get up and go I have ever experienced. It get’s you started and outta that foggy wake up feeling. Once you get back from the walk you usually get in the shower, which in turn really works with the walk to get you going. I don’t drink coffee it’s bad for your teeth, breath, and body. So a natural activity is what I needed to find, and a brisk early morning walk get’s me started every morning Mon-Sat, you should try it!

  32. Dana Starr says

    What a fabulous giveaway! I’m really excited about getting new fall shades of polish from Picture Polish with this card, then doing a blog on the designs I create with the polish I get!! I’m crossing my painted fingers for this one!!
    I tweeted: https://twitter.com/Dana_Stargazer/status/519593769239183360
    I lift myself up by looking at my photos from 3 months ago, when I was 35lbs heavier. I was able to loose that weight because I got into the groove of excersing and eating healthy. I realize I can do anything I put my mind to, that lifts me up more than anything. It makes me proud of myself!!

  56. D Schmidt says

    I lift myself up by taking some time to myself to drink tea, read a magazine and have a treat (aka chocolate)

  65. christine burd says

    I lift myself up by gardening. I love to get into the dirt and then see the rewards of all the hard work in the spring

  67. Leslie says

    I lift myself up by helping others. Working with the elderly makes me feel good about myself and helps them in ways I know they appreciate.

  79. Robin Wilson says

    I take walks and lots of them. If that doesn’t work, a phone call from my son always does the trick!

  86. Susan P. says

    I lift myself up with a good fitting bra. I find underwire to be too uncomfortable but it my bra fits well, I can get lift with wireless.

  94. Natalie F says

    I lift myself up by getting a hair cut or taking extra time to get myself ready. Exerciser helps too.

  97. Dawn Monroe says

    I’m in real need of a pick me up! I haven’t had my hair done professionally in over two years so I scheduled an appointment for the end of the month.

  99. Lisa Foster says

    I lift myself up with upbeat or inspirational music, that never fails to lift my spirits if I’m feeling down.

  101. Julie Wood says

    I lift myself up by taking time out for myself and relaxing and doing yoga, reading a good book and watching a funny movie!

  103. Ashley Renee K. says

    I try to be very outgoing, sometimes it’s tough and when you’re 27, a new mom, kinda, but she snuck up on me lol and in vet tech school…oh sweet baby jesus it really comes and bites you! BUT what I do is … Really try not to keep the negative in my sights, I just shove it off to the side and listen to Beyonce or something, it totally works, sounds crazy I know. Well it’s not THAT clean and dry but if you do get my gist a little bit here, you know that being outgoing and making OTHER people feel good about themselves makes you feel awesome too (even if you woke up witha bloaty hand and magically gained 10 lbs over night…ugh. ME yesterday..groossss) It is totally worth it and a plus, it saves your forhead from so many worry wrinklesQ ;D haha Yeeaaa buddy! <3 xoxox

  107. Emily Smith says

    I lift myself up by taking a walk along the river. The fresh air and beautiful scenery are refreshing.

  116. Mary W says

    I lift myself up by contacting friends and family to remind them about how much I like them. I immediately feel better and so do they!

  120. Kristi C. (@lov2read68) says

    Spending time with my boys and my husband – they always make me laugh and help me see a different perspective! A bit of good dark chocolate also helps!!

  129. Dorene Ramirez says

    With a daily walk with my husband and fur baby. It helps me get a fresh breath of air and take in the outdoors, while spending quality time with my family and getting a healthy walk in for the three of us!

  130. Jennifer Reed says

    I “lift myself up” by providing myself with alone time to recharge my batteries. As an introvert I recharge when I have some quiet down time.

  138. Wanda says

    When I’m down I try to remember how far I’ve come and how I’ve been in remission for almost 2 decades. Believe me nothing lifts my spirits more than reminding myself that I’m a fighter.

  150. Bridget Heiple Reich says

    I lift myself up by buying new shoes or some expensive nail polish . I’ve had a bad couple of days, so I bought a Dior polish and a Christian Louboutin polish! 🙂

  151. Orsi says

    LOL Every time I pass a mirror I make faces 😀 So the first might actually work for me 😀 I’m not playing, but I have a secret weapon. My cat ♥ She makes me so happy when she lets me snuggle her 😀

  158. Lisa Brown says

    LOL, well, I like wearing contour bras; also, I eat chocolate, and lots of it to lift my self up 🙂

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