Clothing Basics and Practical Information for Prom, Bridal, Career, and more
Due 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!
Continue ReadingBe sure to start with 10 Tips for your Perfect Prom Dress for prom dress budget, sizing, and basics. More Prom Shopping Tips The best selection on-line and in-store is usually 2-3 months before your Prom. You may find slightly better pricing just before your prom, but there will be less selection. Check with your favorite […]
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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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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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What are Fabric Types? Fabric types are the generic name given to a type of textile, which is very different to the fabric content. The fabric content is very specific to what the fabric is made of (cotton, silk, wool, polyester, etc) and must be displayed on the label for every garment commercially sold. Here is […]
Continue ReadingCheck any clothing label and it must include fabric content. Often expressed in a percentage, it is common to see more than one fabric type listed. Here is a quick breakdown of Natural fibers, synthetics, and semi-synthetic textiles. Natural Fibers Cotton is the most widely used natural fiber for clothing. Common in knits, denim, chambray, […]
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