paris fashion: Pam Thomas of Internal Beauty Boot Camp Dishes About Real Beauty and more...

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Recently I had the pleasure of interviewing Pam Thomas on my Studio 747 BlogTalk Radio show, (Yes, I wear many hats!) but we didn't get to talk too much about her Internal Beauty Boot Camp program, so I asked her if she could answer a few more questions to share here on this blog.

Pam has been an inspiration for so many women including myself. She shares her thoughts about real beauty, self-esteem, and the fashion and beauty industry....

How did the idea of The Internal Beauty Boot Camp come about?

The Internal Beauty Boot Camp idea stemmed from a wish I had to help others blow to pieces the "I'm not enough" syndrome. I know what it feels like to battle the naysayers, internal and external and this seemed to be a reoccuring topic of conversation with my coaching clients. It really made sense to take my life's work and experience and share it with others in order to help diminish love self esteem and feelings of unworthiness.

Do you think the fashion and beauty industry has made any improvement in how they promote beauty?

I think they are getting there. It is great to see curvier models in the industry, as I think it's supporting the message of "love yourself as you are" and you don't have to be stick thin in order to be worthy of attention.

What's the most important message that young girls should know about beauty?

I think it's most important for them to know that real beauty truly does radiate from the inside out. It really isn't about the size of clothes you wear or the make-up you use, it's about who you are on the inside. External beauty changes and sometimes fades over time, but internal beauty is something that will and does last a lifetime. Think about it, it's no coincidence that happy people are found highly attractive.

What is one thing that women can do to get rid of the nagging voice within us that tells us we're not good enough?

Probably one of most important things a woman can do is talk with someone they trust about that voice, whether that be a loved one, best friend, or life coach. Shedding a light on those feelings of "not enough" and talking it through truly does help.

Pam has also published The Internal Beauty Boot Camp eWorkbook which is available at Amazon.com.

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Whitney Port For Very.com: Live Streaming Show at New York Fashion Week F/W 2012

It's rare for me to come across a collection in which I like every piece, but I am obsessed with Whitney Port's fashion line for Very.com. If you could sum up my style in one collection, this would be it.

For those of you who loved MTV's reality show, The Hills, you're very familiar with Whitney Port and her interest in the fashion industry. I've watched about a dozen episodes of the show, but had no idea that she had stepped into the fashion designer spotlight. Of course, designing her own collection would be the next logical step in her budding career. She's had editorial positions at Teen Vogue, worked with Diane Von Furstenberg, and even did a stint in fashion PR with People's Republic.

Now Whitney's line, Whitney Eve, will be taking the big stage this year at New York Fashion Week with a solo show at the Lincoln Centre in Manhattan this Tuesday, Feb. 15th alongside fashion's finest including Marc Jacobs and Calvin Klein. Very.com will be live streaming the show from the Very.com YouTube channel at 9 am EST. Win tickets to the show at http://www.facebook.com/veryinternational

The collection on the Very.com site was photographed by the very talented and handsome Nigel Barker. Shop the Whitney Eve collection, but be warned...If you share the same style as I do, you'll want to buy everything!

Whitney Eve Jacquard Hooded Sweater

I'm happy that tribal prints are still "in" because I can't get enough of it. Whitney said that this collection was inspired by a trip to Liberia where she saw all the vibrant prints worn by the women there. You can also see the Von Furstenberg influence in the Zuri wrap dress. My favorite piece is this jacquard hooded sweater pictured here.

I'm not much of a morning person, but I'm working on it, so hopefully I can get up early enough to catch the show live on Tuesday. I'm on Pacific Standard Time, so that means getting up before 6 am!

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5 Gifts to Give Yourself on Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day isn't just about showering your spouse/boyfriend/girlfriend or anyone else with gifts and love. You deserve love too! Why wait for someone else to give you gifts? I give you permission to spoil yourself on this day...and everyday for that matter!

Here are 5 gift ideas to show yourself some love...

Shea Terra Organics Chocolate Sugar Stone Exfoliating Cream

1.The gift of beautiful, glowing skin. Forget all that fattening chocolate - or not. Here is some chocolate that's actually good for your face...

Shea Terra Organics has a premium dark chocolate exfoliating cream that smells absolutely divine, and it actually scrubs away all that dead skin on your face. I've used many exfoliators and none of them have worked as good as this one. It actually looks like brownie and smells like it too. Every time I use it I want to just taste it :)

2. The gift of full, soft hair. I think we can all agree that we care how our hair looks and feels. Shielo has a line of products including the Volumizing Conditioner that I've been using which are developed using natural-based formulas, are free of parabens, and cruelty free. Although I have thick hair, I've noticed that it tends to go limp and lifeless at times. I like the Shielo Volumizing Conditioner because it doesn't weigh down my hair.

3. The gift of fun jewelry. As a jewelry designer and maker, I feel that accessories can make an outfit. Even if you're wearing a plain outfit, you can express your unique personality through the jewelry you wear.

Cutey has a cute collection of charm bracelets that are fun and whimsical. Besides that, they're much more affordable than those Pandora bracelets!

4. The gift of peace and quiet. This is a gift you should give yourself everyday, actually. Grab a blanket and sit underneath a tree, stare up at the blue sky, and just RELAX. You've worked hard, no doubt, and you deserve at least 10 minutes of uninterrupted time to yourself. If anything, do it for your beauty and health!

5. The gift of an inspiring book. I've always believed that we each have a story to share that can help others. My friend Stephanie Quilao recently released a new book titled, "Death of a Road Warrior" in which she shares her very own personal story that so many women can relate to. This is one of those books that you just can't put down. It's gripping, but very inspiring. I can relate because I abused alcohol when I was young woman, not knowing that I was doing it to get away from all the hurt I endured as a teenager.

It doesn't matter what you give yourself this Valentine's Day...Just give yourself something and have fun, ok?

Love,
Maria

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