For about 7 years of my life, I traveled and competed regularly in ballroom competitions. A few times I booked an appointment to get my hair done professionally but most of the time, I did my own. I learned over time what style worked for me and could do my own hair and makeup. Ballroom… Read More
Sometimes we take things for granted. We can make assumptions. But you may not realize the impact a simple, direct invitation can have. I remember when I was competing with my dance partner, the signal to come together was an “invitation” from the man to take up our frame together. I always appreciated that because… Read More
Wear the right shoes! Lately I’ve noticed an influx of wedding couples in the ballroom where we practice, and I can’t help but notice the array of improper dance shoes worn by the brides-to-be. It looks like something out of a runway fashion show—platforms, open-toe, wedges, and three to four inch stilettos! Take my advice… Read More
Sway If you think about it, the table-top shaping of most women is an illusion. I mean that, this type of shape is produced from sway. And sway is the result of alignment to your partner with respect to angling the lady’s torso slightly right and extending up and out the left side. When you… Read More
The Modern Millennial 