Clothing
Edgy Style Mixing Prints
To mix prints takes even the most seasoned fashionista into dangerous trend waters. In the fashion world mixing prints and patterns was once a fashion don’t, but today it is a ragging fashion trend that continues to persist season after season.
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Big & Bold Stripes Rock
Big and bold stripes are classic and believe it or not have been around for many centuries. However at one time they were not considered fashionable. They were only worn by prisinors (becuse you could find them if they escaped) or lower and outsider classes.
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Check It Out!
Check it out! Major designers, Altuzarra, Diane von Furstenberg, Michael Kors and Oscar de la Renta showed gingham checks for Spring. With a number of choices out there, checks especially ginghams, are a way to update your wardrobe. Gingham is a timeless, versatile and an easy to wear print. In classic styles it says preppy, prim and proper, American, and / or wholesome. However different silhouettes and different color choices can send different messages.
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Dress Codes
It is almost always exciting and fun when a party invitation arrives. However sooner or later we have to start to think about what we will wear. When types of “dress codes” are indicated such as “Smart Casual”, “Cocktail Party attire,” “Tailgate Party”, “festive”, “cocktail chic” or etc. it can throw us for a loop. Where should one begin to figure out what any of these types of dress codes mean?
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What are Paperbag-Waist Pants?
Paperbag waist pants are high-waisted and when gathered at the waist have some fabric coming out at the top, above the cinched area. Somewhat like a tied paper bag. This style was big on the resort runways and offers a new feminine look for pant lovers. However this is style is tricky to wear if you are thick in the middle. This style was big on the resort runways and offers a new feminine look for pant lovers.
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A Modern Classic – The Man’s Shirt
A modern classic, the man’s shirt style blouse, is this seasons low-key chic. A classic man’s shirt style blouse is the perfect transitional piece to bring you into the next season. Man’s shirt style blouses come in a variety of colors, white, pinstripe, prints or check. Wear them all year around. The shirt is smart, ageless and seductive.
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Dressing For Your Body Type
Knowing your body type is important. In order to look good you need to choose clothing styles that flatter you. Few if any of us have the “perfect figure.”
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Jeans Add Style for Older Diva’s
Helen Mirren 74 Years Young Older divas are up-to-date women (over 50) who have personal style and a confident attitude. If you don’t have a pair of jeans or are afraid to wear them, it isn’t too late. Jeans continue to be a mainstay in a modern gal’s wardrobe. Depending on how and when they…
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Classic Pleats are Back
Hot fashion, classic pleats. There are a variety of pleated skirts or pleats as details on pants, blouses or dresses. Pleated skirts and dresses were shown in a variety of hemline lengths and fabrics at runway shows. Of course pleated skirts are classics that have stood the test of time. There is a youthfulness about pleated skirts. In light weight fabrics like chiffon and silk pleated skirts are swingy, energetic and feminine. Skinny pleats elongate your look with skirts that are knee-length or longer but wide pleats can add inches to your hips.
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Why Shop for Swimwear Online?
Shopping for swimwear is so much easier online. There are the usual advantages like saving time and money, a much greater selection and you can read reviews before you make a purchase.
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