We all want to look as sexy as possible as often as possible. Am I right ladies? Of course! :) Here is a tip for looking sexy when the sun is shining- hide the mystery of who you are behind a pair of attractive designer shades. That way you can also protect your precious peepers from sun damage. With all of the talk about the damage caused by harmful UVA/UVB rays, sunglasses are not just a fashion necessity but also an important health consideration.
Eyes hidden behind a pair of killer shades are very alluring, mysterious and very seductive. Sunglasses are a fashion accessory that no woman should ever be without. Tote a pair with you often, even when the weatherman is not forecasting any sunshine because you just never know!
Don’t stop at one pair. Stock up on shades! Buy a few pairs to complement your many different moods as well as your many different outfits. Sunglasses come in an array of colors and styles and none that you own have to be boring or predictable looking. Be creative and let your fun and sexy side shine through.
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Pants Go to Extremes
It is not often the case but this fall season fashion designers it would seem could not make up their minds about what pants should be in style so they decided to go to extremes. This year pants go from one end of the spectrum to the other. On one end we have the skinny (in some cases ultra skinny) pant and on the other end we have the (super) wide legged pant. This is good however because it gives us ladies plenty of fashion choices.
The skinny pants are best for women who are slim and have long legs. The skinny pants tend to be favored more by teenage girls and twentysomethings than more mature women. To look as "in" as possible, pair your skinny pants with a chunky knit sweater, just don't get too chunky in the knit, if you know what I mean!
The wide leg pant for fall is suitable for almost any woman, regardless of her body shape. In particular ladies with bigger hips will appreciate how this type of pant looks on them because the flare part of the legs gives a more proportional and balanced look. Just make sure you do not wear a really bulky top or sweater with your wide legged pants. You don't want to overdo a good thing! If you decide to go with a jacket, wear a short one so you don't look like you have gotten lost somewhere in your clothes!
The skinny pants are best for women who are slim and have long legs. The skinny pants tend to be favored more by teenage girls and twentysomethings than more mature women. To look as "in" as possible, pair your skinny pants with a chunky knit sweater, just don't get too chunky in the knit, if you know what I mean!
The wide leg pant for fall is suitable for almost any woman, regardless of her body shape. In particular ladies with bigger hips will appreciate how this type of pant looks on them because the flare part of the legs gives a more proportional and balanced look. Just make sure you do not wear a really bulky top or sweater with your wide legged pants. You don't want to overdo a good thing! If you decide to go with a jacket, wear a short one so you don't look like you have gotten lost somewhere in your clothes!
Monday, October 15, 2007
Seeing Shades of Gray ...
Gray (or grey) is the new black for fall 2007. Gray is the "go-to neutral" color for the season that everyone is falling for (no pun intended!) In particular gray purses and bags are very "in" as are gray shoes. Gray is no longer a dull, boring color. You can choose from light grays that are almost a silvery color to slate gray to charcoal gray.
Clothing in different shades of gray is also very hot. This is where you have to be careful however because gray is a color that can wash you out and it is not right for everyone, especially when it is worn close to the face, such as a top, sweater, jacket or scarf. In particular gray does not always complements ladies with warmer skin tones. As well gray tends to wash out women in their late 30s and 40s more so than it does those in their 20s and early 30s. Be mindful of this.
If you do have your heart set on wearing a shade of gray this fall then pair it with a bright and vibrant color such as red, pink or a stunning shade of green. For example with your gray sweater you could wear a scarf in a lively color.
Clothing in different shades of gray is also very hot. This is where you have to be careful however because gray is a color that can wash you out and it is not right for everyone, especially when it is worn close to the face, such as a top, sweater, jacket or scarf. In particular gray does not always complements ladies with warmer skin tones. As well gray tends to wash out women in their late 30s and 40s more so than it does those in their 20s and early 30s. Be mindful of this.
If you do have your heart set on wearing a shade of gray this fall then pair it with a bright and vibrant color such as red, pink or a stunning shade of green. For example with your gray sweater you could wear a scarf in a lively color.
Sunday, October 7, 2007
Traveling and the Fashion Maven
So you are going on a trip- is it business or pleasure Miss Fashion Maven? Always keep the purpose of your trip in mind as you go about picking and choosing separates. Make sure to pack at least one formal outfit to wear for a fancy dinner or the like. It’s always a good rule of thumb to dress up as opposed to dress down. When in doubt, always dress fancier. Go easy on casual attire- tee shirts and cutoffs are better left at home.
Natural colors such as black, white and beige make for easy mixing and matching and solids are preferable to patterns and more vibrant colors. Do you have a signature? Do you like to wear a certain kind of hat, scarf, pin, pair of earrings or necklace? If so then by all means bring it with you. The familiar is always welcome and bringing your special, unique “fashion statement or identifier” with you is comforting and stylish.
When in doubt always go with these well-chosen pieces- four bottoms (pants and skirts are the most versatile choices); six tops (make sure they match with at least three of your bottoms); three warm layers (such as a blazer or cardigan), one dress (make sure it matches with the blazer), four pairs of shoes- dressy pumps or slingbacks for nighttime glamor, flatties, such as ballet flats or mules, that dress you up or down easily; sandals or flip-flops for casual daytime wear if you’re venturing to a warm location and a good walking shoe that breathes (fold-up sneakers, canvas shoes or even a comfortable pair of moccasins) and two bags/purses, a bigger purse or tote bag for days and a smaller more elegant clutch for nights.
Uh oh! You've arrived at your destination and discovered that you did not pack your travel iron and worse yet, the hotel you are staying at does not have an iron in the room? No worries! Read on for what to do ...
Solution: There is a secret weapon to getting wrinkles out of clothes- steam them in the shower. Here’s what you do- hang your clothing in the bathroom, turn on the hot water in the shower and close the door. The water needs to get really hot (borderline scalding so beware!) and give out a lot of steam to get rid of the creases. The worse the creases, the longer you should leave it in the bathroom. Afterwards hang the item outside of the bathroom in order for it to air-dry for approximately ten to fifteen minutes. Now you are all set! Fashion emergency averted!! :)
Natural colors such as black, white and beige make for easy mixing and matching and solids are preferable to patterns and more vibrant colors. Do you have a signature? Do you like to wear a certain kind of hat, scarf, pin, pair of earrings or necklace? If so then by all means bring it with you. The familiar is always welcome and bringing your special, unique “fashion statement or identifier” with you is comforting and stylish.
When in doubt always go with these well-chosen pieces- four bottoms (pants and skirts are the most versatile choices); six tops (make sure they match with at least three of your bottoms); three warm layers (such as a blazer or cardigan), one dress (make sure it matches with the blazer), four pairs of shoes- dressy pumps or slingbacks for nighttime glamor, flatties, such as ballet flats or mules, that dress you up or down easily; sandals or flip-flops for casual daytime wear if you’re venturing to a warm location and a good walking shoe that breathes (fold-up sneakers, canvas shoes or even a comfortable pair of moccasins) and two bags/purses, a bigger purse or tote bag for days and a smaller more elegant clutch for nights.
Uh oh! You've arrived at your destination and discovered that you did not pack your travel iron and worse yet, the hotel you are staying at does not have an iron in the room? No worries! Read on for what to do ...
Solution: There is a secret weapon to getting wrinkles out of clothes- steam them in the shower. Here’s what you do- hang your clothing in the bathroom, turn on the hot water in the shower and close the door. The water needs to get really hot (borderline scalding so beware!) and give out a lot of steam to get rid of the creases. The worse the creases, the longer you should leave it in the bathroom. Afterwards hang the item outside of the bathroom in order for it to air-dry for approximately ten to fifteen minutes. Now you are all set! Fashion emergency averted!! :)
Monday, October 1, 2007
Halifax's Own Fashion Maven Part Two
So here we finish the remainder of the story... Enjoy!
Not everyone can be Carrie Bradshaw (and of course not everyone wants to be) but I do my best to be a stylish and “in the know” woman about town. I love to dress up and go out and like Carrie, shoes really are my best friend (or come in a pretty close second). Let’s see what I have on the social agenda … tonight it’s a wine and cheese party and I’ve chosen a pair of soft black trousers, a sexy navy camisole, and a pair of dressy mules. A chic and classy look in my humble opinion. Of course there’s a pair of gold hoop earrings, a gold bracelet, a spritz of … oh what kind of cologne will it be tonight? I can’t make up my mind, my vanity table is replete with choices. Oh yes I can now- Obsession by Calvin Klein it is going to be. It’s my old standby, my can’t-make-up-my-mind fragrance. And now what should I wear, my velvet jacket or that new dressy wrap I just bought? Decisions, decisions …
Halifax may not have it’s own fashion week twice a year but I’m doing my part to show others that fashion should (and most definitely can) be a priority in this city I have always loved. I’ll let my friend Carrie be her cynical self and think as she wishes. But a city without its eye on fashion? I beg to differ!
Note- If you were stumped by Carrie’s (yes I know her name is spelled just like the fashion diva from Sex and the City but I assure you there is no relation) question at the beginning, here is the answer: New York City hosts fashion week twice a year. The fall shows are held the preceding winter in February while the spring shows are held the preceding late summer, in September. The actual dates vary from year to year. The shows are held in a place called Bryant Park which is located at 42nd and Sixth. Bryant Park is an eight-acre park that for the sake of the high profile galas, is converted into an area full of tents and lots of frantic fashion activity. Anybody who is anybody in the fashion world attends these events.
The closest fashion mecca to Halifax is to be found in central Canada, which is to be more exact, stylish Toronto, Ontario which is home to 4,682,897 people (according to a census done in 2001). Toronto is the largest city in Canada and is the fifth most populated city in North America after Mexico City, Los Angeles, New York and Chicago. The dates of October 16th to the 21st of this year are set aside for Toronto’s fashion week when all fashion designers and self confessed fashionistas will be out in full swing enjoying the festivities. During this exciting week in Toronto the spring collection for 2008 will be unveiled.
Now aren’t you glad you learned something new today?!
Not everyone can be Carrie Bradshaw (and of course not everyone wants to be) but I do my best to be a stylish and “in the know” woman about town. I love to dress up and go out and like Carrie, shoes really are my best friend (or come in a pretty close second). Let’s see what I have on the social agenda … tonight it’s a wine and cheese party and I’ve chosen a pair of soft black trousers, a sexy navy camisole, and a pair of dressy mules. A chic and classy look in my humble opinion. Of course there’s a pair of gold hoop earrings, a gold bracelet, a spritz of … oh what kind of cologne will it be tonight? I can’t make up my mind, my vanity table is replete with choices. Oh yes I can now- Obsession by Calvin Klein it is going to be. It’s my old standby, my can’t-make-up-my-mind fragrance. And now what should I wear, my velvet jacket or that new dressy wrap I just bought? Decisions, decisions …
Halifax may not have it’s own fashion week twice a year but I’m doing my part to show others that fashion should (and most definitely can) be a priority in this city I have always loved. I’ll let my friend Carrie be her cynical self and think as she wishes. But a city without its eye on fashion? I beg to differ!
Note- If you were stumped by Carrie’s (yes I know her name is spelled just like the fashion diva from Sex and the City but I assure you there is no relation) question at the beginning, here is the answer: New York City hosts fashion week twice a year. The fall shows are held the preceding winter in February while the spring shows are held the preceding late summer, in September. The actual dates vary from year to year. The shows are held in a place called Bryant Park which is located at 42nd and Sixth. Bryant Park is an eight-acre park that for the sake of the high profile galas, is converted into an area full of tents and lots of frantic fashion activity. Anybody who is anybody in the fashion world attends these events.
The closest fashion mecca to Halifax is to be found in central Canada, which is to be more exact, stylish Toronto, Ontario which is home to 4,682,897 people (according to a census done in 2001). Toronto is the largest city in Canada and is the fifth most populated city in North America after Mexico City, Los Angeles, New York and Chicago. The dates of October 16th to the 21st of this year are set aside for Toronto’s fashion week when all fashion designers and self confessed fashionistas will be out in full swing enjoying the festivities. During this exciting week in Toronto the spring collection for 2008 will be unveiled.
Now aren’t you glad you learned something new today?!
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