Wearing the correct dress for any occasion is a matter of good manners.
I can't imagine dating a boy, meeting him only outside the home. What's a home and family for if it's not the center of one's life?
As an actress, I have to be objective about myself. If I don't criticize myself, there are plenty who will do a find job of it for me!
Just because you want to be glamorous, don't be a sheep about your eye makeup.
There are no ugly ducklings.
I've learned that getting what you want gives you a pretty high batting average, and leaves you plenty to struggle for.