Do U Guys Get Ready/fix Urself up Everyday?

hell no hun, join the club...the ONLY thing i "pretty" myself up for is work (office job) a date night, or if i'm going to see family i havn't seen in a long time, or a girls night out or church..other than that it's sweats, pony tail t-shirt or tank and flip flops. and hubby loves it

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Even though I work at home, I always shower, wear light makeup and do my hair. My hair is easy, straight, one length, no irons, etc needed. It makes me feel better about me.

To me it is a matter of self-respect. I am more motivated to get things done at home and with the company when I am put together. When I look nice, no matter where I'm going, I feel better. My husband also likes coming home to a hot wife.

I pride myself on taking care of my body and being 48 passing for early 30's so yes, when I walk out that door, I look nice....sometimes a little summer dress, jeans/tee, capris/tee, etc.

Don't knock yourself as being lazy, some women don't have a routine and it does not mean you are lazy.

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i shower every morning, make-up on and hair done. it just helps me feel good about myself!!

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When I look my best, I feel my best. So I do makeup every day. When I'm with the kids or running errands I'm in jeans or yoga pants and a cute top or hoodie. I never look like I threw on whatever was clean! My hair is pulled back nicely usually because it's easier with kids and at my work. My husband appreciates me looking nice too. But mostly I feel better and more alive when I'm made up. I admit I do sometimes look at someone without a stitch of makeup on and wonder why they don't take five minutes for themselves? It's good to show your kids that you take care of yourself too, not just them.

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I am right there with you on a bunch of days, however, in my head I know our husbands like the way we look when we are "fixed up" too. Just don't totally give up on taking the extra time to do hair and make up. So many women pass on it until they are having problems in their marriage or get divorced and then it's all about "fixing up" again. I know it's all cosmetic and only what's on the outside but I do love it when my husband is clean shaven and dressed nicely. Reminds me about what I have in him (inside and out). I think it's the same for the guys with us.

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Getting dolled up is way to much effort. I don't even know when the last time I put mascara on.... Don't get me wrong, I get dressed up when I have to, but not if I'm going to the supermarket. My hair is always up and I only put pressed powder on my face and some blush.Of course showering before I leave the house is an absolute must. Don't feel bad for not having the desire to do it. I'm too busy and really don't think its that important to have my hair straightened, down and make up all done up to go out. I'm sure you look great!

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Tank top/Jeans/Flip Flops? You just described the majority of people in california during summer, especially in the hotter cities, or the cities close to the beaches. I do my make-up everyday because its habit (some days I wear a little less, other days a little more). I try to do something with my hair although straightening it during the summer is a pain, so I have stopped doing it lol. My BF loves my long locks, so a short hair cut is not an option for me. I either do a side (low) bun, or a modern messy up-do. I think it depends on your definition of "put-together." I see lots of moms look good with all styles; no make-up, full make-up, pony-tails, short hair, long hair, full dress, or just a good pair of jeans. Maybe it's where I live, and people are so diverse, that my definition of put together is clean and not slobby (wearing shirts with holes in them/stains etc). If you feel good about yourself, and your spouse/partner loves you the way you are, don't worry about how other moms look, because they may be looking at you thinking how put together you look!

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I do my make-up religiously, but I am with you with the pony tail! NC is just too hot and humid to mess with "pretty hair" right now! As for clothes, I am truly "mommyfied"...no shorts above my knee (God forbid I have to bend over), nothing too low -cut (again, God forbid I have to bend over), and flip flops. I am the epitome of laziness come the summer! Glad it isn't just me! :)

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My standard is that I have to shower before I leave the house. LOL.

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I think in Texas, we have a reputation for being some of the hottest women around of many age groups. I think it is because most women put themselves together when they go out or just before their husband comes home.

I'm older now and early retired, so I go to the grocery store without makeup, or great hair, and in jeans, cutoffs, whatever. I try to get on at least blush and mascara unless I'm exhausted because I look kinda sick without it.

I'd say, at least clean up pretty darn good for your husband coming home from work. I think it's kind of an insult to think he'd stay interested in you and look forward to seeing you like that when he sees other women out and about that are trying to tempt the husband's away -- and they look like a breath of fresh air.

Try it and see how your husband responds. Also, see if your manner changes for yourself (extra energy, self-esteem, etc?) If no on both counts, well, that is great! Maybe you both aren't bothered by and like the look. Hope you're not also letting your figure go though. You can count on gaining many pounds when you turn thirty something and more at forty something all by itself unless you cut calories and exercise. Yes, both!

On hair, my daughter complains about the same thing. At a certain age though, pony tails, to me, just look lazy and tooo young for the face. The pulled back pony tail doesn't even try to frame your face. But, she is busy working part time and moving and raising a youngster.

I suggest getting a beautician -- that you consult with first on a previous day or week -- on what the best style is for the shape of your face. Hair color too. Hopefully get a reference from someone whose hair style knocks you out. It's okay to ask strangers (starting with the conpliment). Then you don't have to choose between skinned back and long prep time. You might get a buzz off all the compliments from a shorter, shaped style with wow factor or 'attitude.' I hope you won't be one of those that tries to wear a pony tail long past your age for that because it seriously doesn't look good on a face starting to age.

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I didn't get out of my pj's til 5pm today. :)

But then I did get dressed and put on a little makeup because my sis and I decided to go grab dinner. If I have no plans, I like to stay in pj type clothes, they are more comfy. Sometimes I wish I could get up earlier, get dressed and made up so that if something comes up spur of the moment, I could get out the door faster. But I don't really want to enough that I am willing to be uncomfortable all day while just hanging out at home. I have to get dressed at least 4 or 5 days out of the week, if not more. So I don't feel bad about staying in pj's when I'm home. My husband works out of town and is rarely home, so getting myself all done up for him to come home to isn't even required. I do usually do makeup even just for the grocery store, because I like to. My makeup routine is under 10 mins though. And my hair is a cut that basically requires no styling now that it is short. I used to only wear it in a ponytail. That is why I started cutting it short actually, to be able to keep it out of my way and not getting on my nerves, without the perpetual ponytail. Maybe some people would call me lazy, but I don't really care. Neither does my toddler, who is the only one who sees me those days. He spends half his day running around naked as a jaybird because he likes to take his diaper off, so I doubt he is going to do much criticizing. :)

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Girl! As long as you shower, washed your hair and have clean clothes on, you are perfectly fine to head out with out dolling up.

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I'm a working mom of a teen and a tween. When I am off in the summer, or go out to run errands on weekends, I do blow dry and spray my hair, put on makeup and I do not own sweats. That said, I don't own designer clothes and am not what you would call hip or fashion conscious. However, I like to look like I didn't just roll out of bed or something. When my kids were tiny, I was getting up, going to the office - hair, makeup, a dress. I never had the opportunity to get out of that habit. Even the few years that I was primarily a SAHM during the day, I did hair and makeup, even just to put my older one on/off the bus and drive the small one to Gymboree and preschool. At this stage of my life, my friends don't look like they just rolled out of bed either if I meet them at Shoprite or Walmart - and any time that I'm out and about, even at the gas station, I could run into students, their parents, my coworkers, my principal - and I do feel it's important to still look casually professional. Yes, I do wear capri's and beaded flip flops when I'm out, but I've always got earrings on, my hair in its usual style and everyday makeup on.

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Ponytail, tank top, shorts, flip flops all summer! Throw on some lip gloss and sunglasses and it is an extra sexy bonus...lol!

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Well, I ended up cutting my hair off because I was tired of putting it up in a ponytail...but also because it only takes a few minutes to fix every morning. I'm working part time right now...when I get home from work, I immediately put on shorts and a tshirt. I love watching "What Not To Wear" and they always talk about how it doesn't take that much to dress up. But yeah, even if I need to run errands, I'm still gonna wear shorts and a tshirt. I don't think it's laziness, it's just being comfortable. :)

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I put make up on almost everyday but I work M-F and it has become such a habit to put makeup on that it takes me about 3-5 min to do it. When I am getting ready for work I have to blowdry and straighten my hair b/c if I don't then it becomes a huge frizzy mess. If I stayed home I probably would not do all that. I'd probably just wear my hair in a pony and not worry about makeup. On the weekends my hair typically will stay in a pony b/c we are doing so much running around it's just easier. You should do whatever you are happy doing. If it makes you feel better to put makeup on and do your hair then do it. If you aren't worried about it then don't.

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I do the full get-ready whenever I feel like it, even if it is just to go to the grocery store, and I skip it on the days when Iack the patience or energy to mess with it, even if we are having dinner with company that night. This would drive my sister who has never ever been seen outside the house without her hair and makeup done (not even on the way to the gym, and she is a natural beauty to boot so she could get away with it!), but it is what keeps me sane. I still get checked out in line at the post office with no make-up and pony-tail hair, so I figure I can't look that bad. Guys really don't care about hair and makeup if youre in shape and healthy looking, it is just something we do for other women anyway! I told my husband when the benefits of youth stop, I might haveto change my policy, but in the meantime, I say take advantage and capitalize on your natural, youthful beauty whenever it suits you to be a little lazy :)

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I always where makeup but it only takes me 10 minutes to apply foundation, loose powder, blush, eyeliner, and eyeshadow. I don’t wear mascara as I have Asian eyes and doesn’t do much for me. I think the cosmetic industry has lead us to believe that we need to apply layers of makeup to look good. Really, all I do is dot foundation (with my finger tips) on my “trouble” spots – t-zone usually, eyes and around lips. Loose foundation is a must as it helps keep foundation in place and adds a nice palette for the blush and eye shadow. With the eyes I usually stick to a nice neutral pink or tan for all over coverage, a highlight color that I use for under the brows (brows shapes your face), a darker color for the lids and finish with eye liner. Sounds like it would take a while but it takes less than a couple of minutes - I use an eye shadow brush to apply highlight and neutral colors and eye-shadow applicator for the dark color. This spring I discovered Stila Smudge Pot (kitten color – light, shimmery bronze) that I apply all over and then apply eyeliner for when I’m really lazy =) I do spend more time if I’m getting ready for a special occasion – but not much since I enjoy a more natural look than wearing a layer of makeup. BTW – I used to work in cosmetics and I most the “tools” women use are not really necessary for an everyday look. The most gimmicky tool imo is the foundation brush.

Most women can get away with light foundation, loose powder, and mascara for a natural finished look. It makes me feel like I did put effort into looking attractive (for myself and bf) plus I always feel like I can face most things if I take those 10 extra minutes.

In regards to wearing flip flops – I wear them at the house but if I go out I try to at least where nicer slip on sandals – simple and it again adds a more finished look if that’s what you are wanting. Tanks with skirts are nice too, plus much cooler in the warmer weather.

For the hair, I normally put mine in a ponytail twisted into a bun. Sometimes I go for low ponytails on the side or two on each side or even two braids on each side. Doesn’t take but a couple of minutes for me and it’s a nice way to mix it up =)

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If I go out to the store or to run other errands I put on make-up. I'm a tank-top, capris, and flip flop type girl in the summer, sweater and jeans in the winter, very simple. My hair pretty much stays in a bun lately because it is so hot and humid outside.
I try to look somewhat decent when I go out because I am in a MOMS club and it's very possible I could run into someone I know. I don't want to look like a total wreck.
I also try to freshen up before the hubby comes home.
I don't think your lazy at all. Being a mom means dressing for comfort and practicality.

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I think if you are going to be at home, than jeans, tank and flops are fine. However, when you go out I would try to "fix up a bit more". A nice pair of jeans, nice shirt and nice flip flops don't require too much.

I agree with Kellie B. It does make you feel good about yourself when you take care of you. And it doesn't have to take a long time nor do you have to wear the most expensive clothing.

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Well i normally put make-up on before I go anywhere, but I have become much more lax about my hair. I will go two days without washing now and make it curly on the second day where I never did that before I had three kids. I think as we grow we learn and i don't think you have hit rock bottom. Fixing long hair is a pain the butt. As long as you get fancied up for those that matter (DH) then it is all good!
Oh and i will add that i have started wearing cute sun dresses on the weekends bc they are more comfortable to me than even jeans and t-shirts and they look like i thought about it (but really I didn't :) ).

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I asked a very similar question to this a little while back.... FYI if you want to read some of the responses I got. Most were supportive and some were downright crappy. ;)
http://www.mamapedia.com/questions/14271591178095886337

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The fixing up should be for you to feel good about yourself. You can even put your nice undies on underneath your sweats. I say this because it makes you feel better about yourself and you carry yourself differently. You don't have to put on the Hollywood look just some foundation or power, blush, lipstick and maybe mascara if it brings your eyes out and a little fragrance. It may take a bit at first but the more you do it the easier it becomes (makeup that took 30 minutes is now 5 to 10).

I mentioned this to a cousin who has a daycare business at her home and she told me that she felt very different about herself and that she felt really good and has continued to keep this up.

So take a little stock in yourself and like the other poster said we only take an interest when we are trying to find a new mate. Take an interest and keep the one you got interested. (He may think you are looking when you aren't.)

Good luck. The other S.

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Hi S.,
I have a short layered bob that takes anywhere from 5 (dry) yo 15 min (wet) to do. Then I also wear make up...but I do a 5 min face (What Not To Wear). Lately I have been wearing jersey skirts and dresses because I dislike the way my body looks in shorts.
You can find these dresses anywhere right now, I just picked one up at Walmart for $10. It takes less time to get dressed and it looks like a lot more effort than it is. I think however you decide to look is your biz as long as you like it. Just make sure its clean.

Hope this helps,
Suzy and her men (Stanley 4.5 & Malcolm 2)

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I always put my makeup on everyday. If you are tired of ponytails you can always use a claw or just a burette and pull your hair back. But as Mom's there is only so much we can do and we all do the best we can. As long as your happy with the way you look I don't see why it matter's. I feel better when I take the time to dress nice and put makeup on. And it reminds my husband that I'm not just a mommy of 2 small kids but also his wife. And I love getting dressed up for him. Just do what you can. We are all just trying to survive life with kids. And some days that's hard and very busy.

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There are some days I don't get out of my pajamas. If we've been go go go go go go for a long time (which seems to be our style lately), I like to take a day and just be lazy :) The kids think it's great! (Well my oldest, that baby's too young to care yet)

If I'm going to just run and pick up a loaf of bread, no I don't get fully ready. I tend to plan a lot of my errands for the same day, so I do get fully made up on those days. Made up for me is foundation, mascara, eye shadow and liner. I will wear shorts, t-shirt and flip flops in the summer and in the in winter it's jeans and a hoodie. I only break out the "good" clothes when I'm not taking care of the kids.

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ihardly ever wear my hair down, especially in summer, i rock the ponytail like my life depended on it., but i do however always at least wear my eyebrow liner at home, and at least mascara when i leave the house, even if its just to garden, ride my bike, rollerblade, go grocery shopping or the gym.........lately ive been trying to wear more skirts, rather than capris or jeans, and have been dressing nicer,,,,,,but i gotta have the hair up in summer, otherwise ill just melt

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I get dressed up for dates, church, job applications and jobs that require it. (i try to avoid those jobs).I do pony tails and if I am having areal bad hair day ball cap. you can put your long hair through the hole in the back. :) when I do go out I put on minimal make up and add mousse to my hair and pick the back. mine is curly when wet and straight when dry. people think I spent 30 min doing my hair and its more like 2 :) now most women will hate me cause I can cheat like that.

I really hate makeup in the summer cause you just sweat it off and it makes your face break out more. now I am in texas I dress like most texas girls shorts (mine are denim) sleeveless or tank and flip flops makes my wash load lighter. In the winter I wear jeans cowboy boots and either sweat shirts or sweaters. if you buy a sleeveless blouse and wear it with shorts you more less look dressed up in my opinion.

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I know exactly where you are coming from...As a matter of fact I spoke to my dr. about it yesterday. i am so tired of seeing these women that can go, go, go all the time and look good doing it. I feel drained all the time, seems like it takes everything I have to do the little thiings that have to be done so yeah the hair definately goes in a pony tail every morning. Its just so frustrating- by the time I get off work I don't want to do anything. My doc is doing some blood work- think I may need vitamins. I just want to be like everyone else...How do they handle life so well?

haha. No. I rarely get fixed up during the day to just run errands or get stuf done around the house. I save that for going out with the family on weekends and stuff like that. I don't see it as lazy. The way I see it, I can spend my time in the bathroom each day gettin' all pretty, or I can spend that extra time with my kids during this short time that they are little. Letting my baby sit and scream so I can my hair and makeup done for the grocery store, just does not seem worth it to me. If you're not rolling out of the house in your pajamas, you haven't hit rock bottom of laziness! If you're dressed and your hair is brushed and in a ponytail, in my opinion, you're doing just fine!

You certainly arent alone! My hair goes up in a ponytail ( or baby pulls it) once in a while I put on make up....not for the store or any thing only if I was headed out for dinner or something. and I have the skort? tank top or shorts tank top going on. I often wish there was a cute cut and style that I could do to be able to quickly fix my hair...

I very rarely put on make up. I put my hair in a pony tail and wear usually wear a jean skort and a tshirt , or a tshirt and one of those whirly skirts I got at old navy that are super cute and easy to wear.

I hardly ever fix myself up recently..I have a 6 month old and a 6 year old both boys and a hubby, and another child on the way..there is too many chores and the 3 guys in my life are too demanding right now for me to pamper myself. I leave the house with no makeup and hair in a ponytail 13/14 days, but do try to have a cute, comfortable outfit on. My husband works from sunup to sundown so I am going to have to wait on his schedule for the opportunity to get out AND be dolled up, but you should try at LEAST once or twice a month to spend the 2 extra hours getting ready and you will probably enjoy it once again enough to do it more often
Oh, and yes, I'm not a fan of grocery shopping either. Thank God for the Schwan man

Girl, you are NOT the only one. lol. When i'm not going out to do something special I am in jeans and t-shirts.. and my hair pulled back! Some days I feel like getting dolled up, and others I'd really like to just stay inside in my sweats. I bet you look great no matter what!

I'm a stay at home mom who also runs a daycare so um if I could ever find time to fix myself up which is never then maybe but I like to be me and comfy so shorts tank top and flip flops!

I try to get a shorter, easier haircut for the summer. And I brush my hair in the car. Not that I've ever done much makeup, but for the summer just SPF 30 moisturizer and lip balm. When I go out, I put on a tshirt instead of a tank top.

I work where I have to dress business professional every day....and I just pull my hair in a bun and sometimes brush on some powder if I'm looking especially shiny.

This is how I feel. As long as you don't look like an unkempt slob and are clean and neat looking..........YOU GO GIRL! This get all fixed up every single day just seems like a throw back to the 50's to me. I bet you look cute in your jeans and tank top. If your flip flops are cute I think you are styling!

I did not even know how to use makeup until a few years ago. I get "fixed up" in that I'm dressed for work every day (usually slacks and a blouse with heels) but that does not take any more time than putting on pajamas. I still usually only wear mascara, but I don't really need makeup yet. I also keep my hair very short so don't have to brush it most of the time. I could not stand the upkeep of long hair (or the weight!). :) On weekends I do get dressed, but in jeans and a regular top. I refuse to wear my husband's t-shirts outside. Since having kids, I try to make myself somewhat presentable, usually meaning I'm wearing all the required articles of clothing and my hair is more or less lying flat. :)

I never use makeup unless it's a special occasion (i.e. weddings, parties) and my hair usually starts out down but ends up in a ponytail by noon =P I've been going through a phase where I've been wanting to fix myself up more though so your question really interested me! I want to start using a little makeup everyday (work, church, etc.) but seriously, I think I'm too much of slob. Maybe when I lose the last of the baby weight... ;p

Ditto everyone. LOL

Hair in a pony tail or hat.
tanks tops and shorts.
Flip flops.
Make up. At least eye liner. Lipstick.
Wet just shampooed hair out the door.
Who has time to use a hair dryer? My hair is thick, takes all day to dry naturally. 1/2 hour with a dryer. No time for a dryer! LOL

I do not dress up... everyday. Ugh.
Unless going to a function.

I have NEVER been one to "fix" my hair anything special. I have naturally straight & thin hair. Right now it is long enough to put in a ponytail. Sometimes I leave it down, and sometimes I pull just my "bangs" back in a hairband. But now that it's so dang hot I just pull it up in a full ponytail.

I hardly ever use a hair dryer on my hair either. I take my showers at night during the week & just brush it. I don't have time for all that mess... lol Heck I have never even owned makeup. :)

I do what makes me comfortable. I used to look at other women and felt I had to be made up when I went out, but no longer! If I feel like putting on make-up, I do, if I don't, I don't. My husband doesn't care either way. In fact, when we aren't doing anytime but hanging around the house and I put on make-up he will ask why I am doing it. BTW - I don't have pretty skin, I have dark circles under my eyes and getting the old lady skin (not firm). Only if I am going to work or 'going out' do I put any effort in my hair, otherwise it is in a clip or ponytail - that has actually kept it healthier since I am not 'processing' as much. I also save on make-up since I don't wear it everyday. I love flip-flops, jeans, shorts or flirty skirt and a comfy t-shirt! I think it looks cute and sexy. At 42 I have finally become comfortable with myself, as far as how I look when I go out. It doesn't matter at all to me if I see someone I know when I am out and have on shorts, flip-flops and a t-shirt w/ no make-up on - it is quite liberating! Plus, how I look only affects me, no one else - if they pass judgement on me, shame on them :)