Sharpen your fashion skills
with these practical tips to flatter your figure and make
your clothes work for you. The styles you choose will affect
your appearance and how you're perceived.
Every woman has flaws.
These ideas are for those that accept them, but wish to
minimize them. Don't forget, stand up straight, have good
posture and carry yourself with grace. Not only will you
appear taller, you will radiate self confidence and allure.
Know your body and what
looks good. You are logically attracted to clothes, styles
and colors that flatter your figure. Use past experience to
your advantage and trust your intuition, sometimes fashion
and beauty etiquette comes naturally. Feel free to
experiment!
Beware of those "skinny"
mirrors in department stores that are misleading. If a style
didn't look good on you in the past, it won't now -- unless
you've made some major changes.
This style guide is for
general fashion tips and advice. Check out the current
fashion trends to get the latest fashion tips and tricks for
the newest styles.
Style &
Fashion Tips
Have plenty of neutrals
on hand to mix and match.
Open collar shirts and
scoop necks will lengthen a short neck. Add a long
necklace.
Tailored clothes flatter
most figures.
Buy similar styles of
the clothes you already own that you think flatter your
figure.
Always carry a safety
pin in your purse for emergencies.
Shoulder pads will help
you balance large breasts and wide hips, but keep them
slim.
For a quick fix, if your
slacks or slip is too long, roll it up at the waist.
Break in your shoes
before wearing for an entire day or special occasion.
Use dryer sheets or
fabric spray to reduce static cling.
If you're losing or
gaining weight, go to your local thrift store and get some
in-between sizes that fit.
Make sure your pantyhose
fit correctly. Tugging on them in public is a no-no.
Don't be afraid to try
anything new.
Always clean your
clothing before you store it.
Apply your perfume
before dressing to prevent staining your clothing.
If a department store
doesn't have your size, ask. Many stores are set up to
call their other stores to locate and ship the desired
size directly to you.
Don't bare all. Leave
some mystery to your look.
Fix sticky zippers by
rubbing them with some wax or a bar of soap.
Secure your buttons by
dabbing the backs of them with fingernail polish or clear
glue. This prevents the stitching from coming loose.
If you're concerned
about clingy clothing, don't buy anything with more than
5% Lycra.
Leather has a tendency
to stretch, so buy your pants one size smaller.
Don't fret if you see an
outfit in a magazine that is too pricey for your budget.
You can probably put together the same outfit at stores
such as the Gap and Old Navy, at a fraction of the price.
Just cut out the picture and take it shopping with you.
