by S.W. Chadwick Everyone wants to look 'in style', no matter if they work full time or stay at home. For many of us, keeping up with the trends, and updating our closets can get pretty expensive. Many times you hear women, especially new mothers, saying that they just don't have the extra money it takes to look fashionable. Even though money can be tight for any of us, mothers or not, looking your best does not have to break your bank account. Here are some easy tips for looking your best on a limited budget: 1) Look for catalogs online that offer 'defered payment'. The most popular ones out there today are Chadwicks, Newport News, Speigel, and Lerner. They don't always offer this, so register your email address with them, and very quickly you should start receiving invites from them to use their '90 day deferred billing option'. Use a debit card if you can, but make sure that whatever your total is, you start saving that amount NOW. For instance, 90 days, or 3 months, should give you plenty of time to save enough money to cover your costs. For instance, if you stopped spending $4.00 day on a gourmet coffee drink, multiply that by 5 ($20.00), multiply that by 4 ($100.00), and you could in reality spend $300.00 on a new wardrobe, and have the money to pay for it in those 3 months. 2) Organize your friends/coworkers and have a 'clothes swap' party. All of us have things we don't wear anymore, or can't fit into. Instead of donating them to Goodwill, throw a girly party, include handbags, shoes, etc. You would be amazed how many really nice things your friends are willing to part with. 3) Visit Consignment Shops in Wealthy parts of town. The clothes that are for sale at these shops are usually high quality, sometimes 'haute couture' clothing. The prices may be a little higher than a Goodwill store, but if you are looking for more 'trendy' looks, this is the place to start. 4) eBay - where else can you shop for ANYTHING and EVERYTHING you could imagine? My favorite thing to do is go into an expensive boutique here in town, and find THE best pair of shoes that I HAVE to have. I take note of the brand/name/price, and then go home and see if they are listed on eBay. 9 times out of 10, they are and I can guarantee that they are cheaper on this site. If you have anything you want to sell on eBay, that money that you make selling your item, can sit in your PayPal account, and you can turn around and use it to buy your new 'in style' item. Hopefully the following tips have been able to help you see that you too can look fashionable even if you don't have an endless amount of cash to spend on your wardrobe. Happy Shopping! S.W. Chadwick has been working in online businesses from home since 2000. She has written dozens of articles regarding entrepreneurial pursuits, beauty and other online businesses. To learn more about free fashion/beauty/diet advice please visit http://www.thebeautycrib.com.
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by William Wynn The Plus Size Fashion Statement, Who can say what your statement is for this year or next year? Will that person is you! Everyone of us has our own likes, dislikes, body shapes, sizes, and life styles. I know its so so wonderful to see our favorite stars in magazines dressed in some of the most amazing Denim, in the latest styles. And you say to yourself, I could never look them, right! First, ask yourself what your comfort zone is, a loose fit, maybe very tailored or tight. Dress it up with pearls, the guys with a tie, accessorize, go crazy, remember its about your comfort zone not anyone-else just YOU. Add some long fun beads, a chunky necklace, or an armful of bangles. Don't forget to accessorize. Add a hat, a belt, or how about suspenders just for kicks. Add a fitted blazer to that denim skirt, add some heals to your favorite pair of jeans. Try a pair of the ever popular wedge shoes with any of your denim items. You may be your a painter and functional is more important, or an office executive where a suit is preferred and is more critical. Whatever the situation remember its about you and your comfort zone. Today there are so many more choices for the plus size woman to choose from, finally retailers and fashion designers are seeing a market for plus size jeans 'its kind of strange because the plus size figure has been around for a long time' For women with small waists and wider hips Apple Bottoms and Baby Phat Jeans have included New Collections for Plus Sizes for Women and ladies these jeans really do fit, no hanging too loose one place too tight in another. They are designed so they don't gape at the waist. Check them out you want be disappointed. There are a host of denim designers and manufacturers offering jeans of various cuts, mini skirts, bustle skirts, form fitting dresses, flowing dresses, capri pants, denim shirts, vests, hats, denim belts, denim shoes, the list goes on and on. If you want to get some great ideas of what you can do with your denim I recommend you visit Torrid.com or alight.com or my site PlusSizeFigure.com for even more great jeans Designers Denim is comfortable, durable, wearable, and more fashionable than ever before. So enjoy your denim and accessorize it up or down to whatever the occasion. So have fun all the way up to your comfort zone! The Plus Size Fashion Statement. Trends Moving Forward. William Wynn a Fashion Designer and Manufacturer of apparel for over 15 years. So stop by and visit me at http://www.plussizefigure.com for more great clothing. Keywords: article, Articles, bridal clothing, designer clothes, designer handbag, Designer Shoes, fashion clothing, maternity clothing, Weblog, Weblogs, Womens Lingerie For more News, Articles, Guides, Tips, Tricks and various Fashion Clothings Products information... visit our site at http://www.fashion-clothings.com/.
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by Blair Rhodes Over time, the name 'pashmina' has become a catch-all name for almost any shawl, wrap, stole or scarf. It is this generic use of the term that creates confusion among would-be buyers and wearers. Pashmina is actually the type material itself, which is a type of wool harvested from a specific breed of goat found naturally in the high altitudes of the Himalayan Mountains. Because they live approximately 14,000 feet above sea level, these special goats grow a thin, inner coat of hair that insulates them during the long, harsh Himalayan winters. It is this unique inner coat of hair that is used to produce pashmina. Each hair is about 1/6th the diameter of most other types of hair - but is still surprisingly durable while being stunningly soft and comforting to human skin. For thousands of years, the fleece from the goat has been utilized in the production of high quality fashion accessories such as shawls, wraps, and scarves. These shawls have been manufactured in Kashmir and Nepal for thousands of years. In Nepal, they were called 'pashmina' and in Kashmir, they were typically called 'Kashmiri wool shawls'. Both are basically the same, just using different names. But during the popular shawl trend in the 1990s, 'pashmina' became the most recognized term. What is known as a pashmina may be an accessory composed of pure pashmina or a pashmina/silk blend. The blend ratio can vary, but the most common is 70% pashmina wool and 30% silk. A pashmina shawl will typically be about 36'x80', a wrap/stole is about 28'x80', and a scarf/muffler will be around 12'x80'. A pashmina is a very versatile accessory, whether it be a shawl, wrap, or scarf. The most popular website showing example of how to wear one is from the television show 'Oprah'. The link to this is http://www.oprah.com/tows/pastshows/tows_2000/tows_past_20000306_c.jhtml and is worth a visit. The Pashmina Store at http://www.thepashminastore.com offers a variety of pashmina accessories. Pashmina care is actually fairly easy and with proper care a pashmina can last a long, long time. While dry-cleaning is suggested, you may wash in cold water and a gentle shampoo, such as baby shampoo. Be careful if there are any tassels since they may unwind. Then lay the item flat to dry, do not wring dry. A warm iron is okay, but it is best to put a piece of paper or fabric between the iron and the pashmina. Store your pashmina in a bag away from moisture and light, as well as damaging insects. Once you have worn one, you will most likely become a pashmina addict. They are truly a wonderful way to dress up even a casual outfit or to accentuate more formal attire. They look great and feel even better. Blair Rhodes has been involved in the pashmina business since 2000 with The Pashmina Store, http://www.thepashminastore.com, one of the leading online pashmina retailers in North America. After earning an MBA at the University of Texas at Austin, Blair travelled with his family to Nepal and Kashmir, where they discovered the joys of the culture and the traditions of quality pashmina production. This lead to the eventual formation of the pashmina business and the sharing of this wonderful luxury item with North American fashion lovers. Keywords: article, Articles, bridal clothing, designer clothes, designer handbag, Designer Shoes, fashion clothing, maternity clothing, Weblog, Weblogs, Womens Lingerie For more News, Articles, Guides, Tips, Tricks and various Fashion Clothings Products information... visit our site at http://www.fashion-clothings.com/.
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by Astel Mannering Fashion is a powerful cultural feature that means different things to different people. To some, it is a strong emotion bordering on fanaticism while to others it is a non-event. People the world over - just like you - have often wondered why they find themselves thumbing through fashion magazines, concerned about the seasonal wardrobe revamp and why it has to be done every three months. Those in the Fashion business create clothes and styles for all sorts, and their market depends on consumers replacing their wardrobe periodically. Interestingly Fashion is rarely an original creation. Rather it follows a periodic cycle with styles constantly repeating over the decades.
While you may not be fortunate enough to be able to hop from city to city or from country to country to pick up high-end fashion from your chosen designer, you can pay attention to the reviews and ratings posted in the news, and find advice on creating your own high-fashion wardrobe. Most trends in women's high-end apparel fashion start in the ever popular Paris, London, Milan, and New York City. These hubs of the fashion industry are great forecasters of the cutting edge styles and materials that will be adapted for mainstream shoppers years down the road. For a long time, Paris was the Mecca of fashion for cutting-edge couture. Now, several cities throughout the world have earned just about the same respect and provide eye-popping fashion-forward designs. In general, as long as the designer and district has caught the attention of forecasters, the industry and a market, the designer's work can withstand competing with nearly any big name in the world.
Pants, for instance, came into vogue in the Middle Ages and their invention stemmed from women farm workers. Traditionally they wore long skirts, and in order to prevent them from getting muddy, the back of the skirts were pulled up between their legs and tucked into their waist. And so pants were created! Much later, pants came to Europe and became the normal choice for men. Pants are usually referred to as a 'pair of pants', for until the 17th Century they were made using a separate sheath of fabric for each leg, then tied by a belt at the top. Each legging was called a 'pantaloon'. The Americans coined the term 'pants' in 1840's and it was considered a vulgar term at that time. In the early 1900's, Denim Pants came into vogue to act as tough coveralls for mine workers. It was only in the 1940's that demin became fashionable.
No fashion forecaster is naive or vane enough to predict which clothing designs are sufficiently influential to change how the entire industry makes apparel. Or how long today's fashion will last. In fact, few fashion forecasters are willing to bet on what direction apparel fashion will take even for the next season...
Whether you sport blue jeans and a tee shirt or a power suit and tie, you can be sure that it was a fashion statement in the past and will be a again soon. Fashion is here to stay for as long as man has bodies and culture. Our need will be ever present to drape our frames in fabrics, add color to our faces and nails and futher decorate ourselves with stones attached to precious metal chains and ringlets. Many will see fashion as the way to reflect their identity and position in the community.
Copyright 2006 Astel Mannering. All rights reserved. Astel Mannering is proprietor of Fashion Stylz, providing a wealth of fashions and style information. More info at http://www.fashionstylz.com/newsletters/. Keywords: article, Articles, bridal clothing, designer clothes, designer handbag, Designer Shoes, fashion clothing, maternity clothing, Weblog, Weblogs, Womens Lingerie For more News, Articles, Guides, Tips, Tricks and various Fashion Clothings Products information... visit our site at http://www.fashion-clothings.com/.
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by Dana Bradley Enjoy an evening at a fashion show, a business function or a special night out with these fashionable pumps, slip-ons from Easy Street, Moda Spana, Apepazza, Anne Klein, Amanda, and Aquitalia.
Comfort is the key feature of Easy Street pumps with their open-shank heels, and an elastic cord weaving through the notched design to hold the shoe intact and comfortably. The rubber sole provides flexibility and resists slipping. Looks also consist of a shining metallic satin fabric. Suede leather can also enhance the attractiveness of the pumps, and is a good accompaniment for fancy dress pants or a classic poise. The inner lining is normally made of polyurethane , with cushioned insole and bonded leather.
The Easy-Flex Rubber Sole Resists Slipping 2' Illusion Heel from Moda Spana exudes exquisite elegance with its delicate ankle strap town and a dazzling metallic satin fabric. The Moda Spana Eliza Sling is a great companion for any pair of pants, from casual jeans to the most sophisticated formal trousers. It provides a classical touch of poise due to its ultra-comfortable, velvety suede leather hooded sling with stylish snipped toe.
Aquitalia pumps come in the style of rhinestone sequins that provide the sparkle when you parade through fashionable or romantic outings. Its simple and stylish look originates from the peau de soie pleated silk. Handcrafted in Italy, the alternative material is ultra soft, nappa calfskin leather.
The Apepazza pump is a flexible fit for casual occasion, as well as attractively fashionable features such as floral appliques and an ultra-feminine scalloped topline. They come in all sizes from 36 to 40.
The Anne Klein pumps offer amazing summer designs in stunning suede leather with smooth leather accents. It is a necessity for the warm weather. The Anne Klein's leather dress slingback has a sleek, fashionable and fast-paced style for formal occasions. The Fletcher Pump provides the owner with a sense of luxury with its leather, pointed-toe style and a boldly fashionable metallic chain across the vamp. Long and lean in looks, it gives the foot a slimming look. Additional buckle detail enhances its classic design.
For a casual look, Amanda pumps are perfect companions for skirts or pants. Made of soft leather upper, supplied with a polyurethane cushioned insole, and a rubber dress sole that resists slipping, it combines style, comfort and support for the wearer. The 2-3/4' heel IFLEX Construction provides additional first-step comfort suitable for all occasions.
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by Amy Drescher Every year around this time, I grow tired of my summer clothes and the way my bare thighs to stick to my leather car seat. Thankfully, just as I’m dreaming of cozy sweaters and tall boots, warm fires and chilly nights, designers introduce their fall collections, magazine editors plaster the goods across glossy spreads, and models and actors start to wear them.
If you’re like me and you’re dreaming of cool weather fashions, here’s a sneak peek at what’s hot for the coming season. These are the top trends that came down the runway for fall—and the ones that are showing up on your favorite stylish A-lister. Adopt these looks if they suit you, or mix and match the trends you like—the ones that fit your body and your personality. Get a leg up on shopping now, and, come fall, you’ll look super chic—just like your favorite star.
Styles
Ruffled blouses: In stark contrast to the menswear-inspired suits designers are showcasing for fall (more later), the ruffled blouses they’re pushing are sweetly and seductively feminine. This season’s styles are delicate, gauzy and soft, with lots of ruffles, lace, full sleeves and demure buttons. Before you turn your nose up, however, you can make these delicate blouses edgier by layering them under the season’s stylish cropped jacket. (The layered look is in for clothes this fall, trust me: You will look so hip.) Or, do as Kate Bosworth does, save the world from sugar shock by pairing an ultra-feminine top with jeans. Which leads us to our next fall trend…
Skinny jeans: I understand that fashion fluctuates, and that it’s time to retire the bootleg, but I don’t like the skinny-jeans trend. The low-rise, flared-leg jeans of yesterday are much more flattering than the super-sleek, skinny, slouchy-ankle (called “the skinny stack” according to People magazine) jeans of this season. Stars and celebrity stylists apparently disagree. Celebs like Jessica Alba, Kate Moss, Ashlee Simpson and Carmen Electra are already sporting super-skinny jeans, typically with heels or occasionally flats (for the more long-legged). Let’s hope this trend passes quickly, but in the meantime, if you dare, opt for heels and a top that hits at the hip to add length and balance to your super skinny jeans.
Leggings: Leggings looked stupid in the 80s and they can look just as unflattering now if you don’t wear them right. Get the look down, though, and modern leggings are fresh; thankfully they’re not paired under jackets with giant shoulder pads, baggy tunics, bad perms and oversize matching plastic earrings. (Men especially hated this look. I don’t really remember men commenting much about women’s fashion, so this trend must have been especially ugly. But I digress.) If you want to wear leggings, make like stylish celebs Jessica Alba and Sienna Miller (who always look cute) and pair black, mid-calf-length leggings with ballet flats and an oversize, belted tunic or minidress. (Key word: belted.) Don’t wear brightly colored or ribbed leggings, and steer clear of shiny ones unless you’re going running. As well, don’t throw a super slouchy tunic on top or you’ll just look sloppy. And, for Pete’s sake, unless you’re Mischa Barton-skinny, don’t wear leggings with a cropped top. Leggings underneath a cute little dress or belted tunic or sweater is the way to go with this trend.
Military Jackets/Menswear: Okay, finally a fall trend I can totally support. There is nothing sexier than a gorgeous woman in a masculine suit (remember Kate Hepburn? Madonna in her Vogue video)? Stars like Charlize Theron and Penelope Cruz look stunning in menswear-inspired suits. It’s the contrast of striking femininity against tough masculinity. To wear this trend well, keep your hair loose and your makeup soft, and be sure to add bold jewelry. My favorite suits for this season are black or gray pinstriped pantsuits, preferably with flat-front trousers and a jacket with a deep V-neck. As for military jackets, I like them in blues with gold accents, paired with jeans and the season’s hot new ankle boots, or even flats.
Flounced Skirts and Modern Minidresses: Show off great legs (think Halle Barry and Sarah Jessica Parker) in this fall’s short skirts and dresses, along with those super hip aforementioned ankle boots. Just keep the rest of your look sleek and toned down. To feel like an adult and not a tot or, eek, a woman of questionable morals, pair minis with opaque, dark tights and flats or boots. And for goodness’ sake, do not wear a revealing top. As for flouncy, balloon skirts, you can get a little bit more creative with your top, depending on the skirt length and style. As a rule, pair a more detailed, ballooned, feminine skirt with a less dramatic top and vice versa. Wear these with heels. One note: Steer clear of this season’s jumpers, unless you want to look like a Swiss milkmaid or a Catholic schoolgirl.
Colors
Somber hues: As you’ve guessed, somber hues like gray, black and brown are in this fall. Along with muted colors, embellishments are at a minimum, but that doesn’t mean you can’t add a great piece of jewelry, like a pearl brooch or an oversize cocktail ring, to the mix. Or punch up the somber mood of fall fashions with faux animal skin shoes or a bag, or anything oversized and gold, like a big gold chain necklace or hammered cuff.
Red: According to Vogue, red is the new black. (Check out the mag’s September spread with Christy Turlington.) How to wear it? A stunning allover piece, like a red dress in a warm hue, or a red tunic, is gorgeous. If that’s too much, red patent leather boots or strappy leather sandals add a splash of red without going overboard. Head to toe red or red accessories still sound too bold? Try bright red lipstick, bright red nail polish, or a little clutch in, you guessed it, red. One note of caution: I wouldn’t recommend the red military jacket unless you’re calling the hunt.
Jewelry
Clothes are somber this season, but there is an upside: jewelry isn’t. Now’s the time to bring out (or buy) bold metallics and yellow gold. Hammered gold oversize earrings (like chandeliers, hoops, and dangles) are in this season, as are hammered gold cuff bracelets and wide gemstone cuffs in a bright hue like carnelian or aventurine. Black is also back in a big way. Try a black pearl necklace or a strand of demure white pearls tied with a black ribbon (there’s that sexy contrast again). Or a black beaded bracelet or black pearl dangle earrings. And forget the long, layered necklace look for now. It’s all about one statement-making piece. Try tying your pearl necklace in a loose knot before putting it on, or, to really make it fresh, thread a cocktail ring, class ring or bold brooch on your pearl necklace. Remember, with bold jewelry, you are making a statement, so keep other jewelry to a minimum. This season’s fashions are the perfect backdrop to statement-making pieces.
When choosing fall fashions, remember, wear what works for you, not what works for your favorite celebrity. Now go get creative!
Amy Drescher
A graduate of the Gemological Institute of America’s Graduate Pearls program, Amy Drescher is a fashion writer and accessories buyer for http://www.moonriverpearls.com. She welcomes your questions. Reach her at adrescher@moonriverpearls.com. Keywords: article, Articles, bridal clothing, designer clothes, designer handbag, Designer Shoes, fashion clothing, maternity clothing, Weblog, Weblogs, Womens Lingerie For more News, Articles, Guides, Tips, Tricks and various Fashion Clothings Products information... visit our site at http://www.fashion-clothings.com/.
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