Clothing Basics and Practical Information for Prom, Bridal, Career, and more
Flower girl dresses can be expensive! Some of these darling dresses will cost as much as the grown-up bridesmaid dresses, especially at the big chain bridal shops. If you know when and where to shop, you can get a real bargain on flower girl dresses. First, it is important to know the best time to […]
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Here is a quick guide on How to Sell Your Prom Dress
One of my favorite customers recently contacted me for Prom shopping suggestions. Her daughter is a petite blonde, short waist, with an amble chest. I have been involved in her formal dresses for Military Ball, Junior Prom, and Homecoming. This year she is a Senior, and I am flattered (and quite pleasantly surprised) for Mom […]
Continue ReadingDue to health issues and corresponding medications, my friend V gained weight, then with better treatment, diet & exercise she has lost a whopping 50 pounds in the last year! All of this weight gain, and now dramatic weight loss has proven to be disastrous for her wardrobe! While her weight loss continues she […]
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Valentine’s Day is almost here! Tons of couples will be celebrating early over the weekend with fewer crowds during the week. Whatever your date night plans, here are a few timeless suggestions and outfit inspiration for going out with your sweetie!
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First, do not confuse consignment and resale boutiques with thrift stores. Thrift stores operate on donated items, and are great for furniture and costume shopping! Whereas, consignment and resale boutiques offer current (or in some cases desirable vintage clothing) styles. Consignment stores offer the item’s owner a retail outlet for the sale, and the owner […]
Continue ReadingI love the Glamor of the 1960’s! The fashion showcases pencil skirts, exaggerated collars, thin belts, cap sleeves, minimal layering, and above all the emphasis is on voluptuous curves! Mad Men television show may focus on Don Draper and the men of the 1960’s ad agencies, but all eyes are on the women of the show. […]
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The three most important measurements for dress sizing are Bust, Waist, and Hips. Bust is also important for determining shirt size. Waist and hip measurements are critical for skirts, pants, and underwear. Grab a tape measure or string, and following these quick and easy steps to measure yourself. Bust: Measure around your body, under your […]
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Style Tips to Extend the Little White Dress through the Changing Seasons
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Some lucky women can find a dress that fits perfectly off the rack, and for the rest of us sometimes a little adjustment is necessary. Ask your dress retailer to recommend a seamstress or tailor. Some corporate stores are actually not allowed to recommend a seamstress. Check with independent dress boutiques or your dry cleaners, […]
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Can I Wash This Dry Clean Only Garment? Or, will I regret it later? We have all been there, the label says “Dry Clean Only”, but does it really HAVE to go the dry cleaners? Most delicate fabrics can be gently washed and air-dried, the problems arise when a dry clean only garment goes into […]
Continue ReadingAs a general rule, it is usually better to steam dresses and the majority of your clothes than to iron. Dress shirts, jackets, and trousers are typically better to iron to retain shape and crisp lines, especially if it is done at the Dry Cleaners and not by you. For deep wrinkles in Cotton, taffeta […]
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