Everyone knows that fashion is a huge circle that goes around ad nauseum. Trends come in and out constantly, but some evolve to become something truly inspiring. Let’s take a look at some of the old fads in women’s clothing that have found their place in the spotlight once again.

Leggings – Legging had their big heyday in the 80’s and early 90’s. While they never fully went away, they’ve had a huge resurgence in recent years. Unlike their predecessors though, they can now be found in patterns, or with lace trim.

Bright Colors – beloved by the children of the 80’s, colors so saturated they practically glow are making their presence known once again. This time, the trend has evolved into something a bit more tasteful, by mixing small selections of these colors with monochrome background prints.

The Trapeze neck – This style comes to us from the 70’s, and has seen little change since then. Often worn over leggings or jeans, these tunic shaped tops provide a large canvas for color, and a remarkably ability to mask body imperfections.

The Mod dress - a beloved icon of the 1960’s, this often a-line shaped dress has become a huge hit in stores this year. The Mod dress is generally seen with a geometric print, in a limited color palette. Short, sweet, and simple.

Do you ever walk around your house half in a daze, wondering what you can possibly pull out of your wardrobe that’s clean, functional, and actually suitable for the weather outside? Do you always find yourself wanting to follow the current clothing trends, but find them unsuitable for your body type? Here are some simple solutions to common fashion problems.

I like loose clothes, but they look like a sack on me! Who doesn’t secretly want the ease of the haphazard bohemian look? The magazine models wear it so easily, and they look like they just fell out of bed. This isn’t a hard look to create, but yes – you can end up looking like a sack if you’re not careful. The best way around this is to always keep a part of the outfit form fitting. A close cut top, or a tighter denim skirt with the baggy top. This will give you the look, but show that you still have a body underneath.

I can’t get an outfit ready for a night out! If most of your wardrobe is geared toward work, it’s hard to find something sufficiently glitzy for going out. The answer to this puzzle is to buy a few dedicated ‘going out’ dresses. The rest, you will all have waiting for you in the closet. A nice blazer for a fancier event, accessories, pumps. All you need are one or two great party dresses, or cocktail dresses.

I don’t like my waist/hips/thighs! This is a very common problem, and I thank my lucky stars every day that designers brought back the bubble dress. This cut of dress will be form fitting around all the parts you like, and completely mask the bit from the waist to the knees that you’d rather not flaunt.

I want to wear skinny jeans! Anyone can wear skinny denim jeans. Anyone. Don’t let the word skinny fool you. They’re actually well suited to most body types. The answer is all in the top they’re paired with. If you are super straight, with few curves, skinny jeans can make you look even more angular. A great way to fix this is by wearing a sundress, or a long bohemian inspired billowy top with them. The fabric will give you curves, and you can still show off your legs. If you are larger, try a bubble shirt, or tunic top. The cut will hide everything you want hidden around your waist and thighs.

It was a sad weekend for the high fashion world. One of the founding designers of our century passed away at the age of 71 years old. Yves Saint Laurent, who retired from haute couture six years ago, has been plagued by health concerns for the past few years.

Laurent was born in Algeria in 1936, and studied under Christian Dior. He founded his own house of haute couture in the 1960’s. Later, he became synonymous with new trends and high fashion. His market expanded to Japan, and then to South Korea and Taiwan.

As a giant in the world of fashion, he will be sorely missed.

It’s hard to be unique, when everyone buys clothes at the same place which only caters to the latest fashion trends, but it’s easy to make your own style. Even when you’re wearing the same thing as everyone else! Being an individual doesn’t mean you have to travel to the ends of the earth, or spend a fortune on one of a kind pieces.

What makes you special? If you find that, then your style will follow. If you have amazing wrists, or oddly shaped ears, find out what clothing will emphasize that, and play it to the fullest. If you love your hands, invest in some 3/4 length sleeves to show them off. Wear halter dresses if you love your shoulders. If your eyes are a pretty green, then wear warm colored tops to punch up the color even more.

Make your own clothing color palette. Find the colors that you love, and pair them together. Keep everything in the same general color scheme and not only will finding outfits be easier, but people will begin to identify you with these colors. Make sure your palette includes at least three colors, and explore all the tones and shades of them.

Accessories can make an outfit. And you can make your accessories! Give some jewelry craft a try. Dye your own scarves, or add a few rhinestones to your favorite sunglasses. Spice up the things you love to make them extra memorable.

Do you have a friend that always manages to find the one great item in the thrift store? The one who always beats you to that awesome top, or sees outfits in a pile of clothes you thought were hopeless? Well, there’s no magic to it. Anyone can shop like that, and come home happy every time they leave the store. There are so many affordable women’s clothes to choose from.

Think of all the reasons you might not want it. Have you considered how it will look against your skin? The texture? It won’t do you any good to buy it if it washes you out, or scratches you so badly you never want to wear it. Will you have to iron it? Dry Clean it? This is how we end up with a closet full of clothes, and nothing to wear.

Don’t buy it unless you have ten great things to wear with it. What good is a piece that you can only wear with one pair of shoes, or that you have to buy a special belt for? It helps to keep your closet all in one color palette at first, and then gradually start expanding it as you build up basic coordinates.

Don’t be afraid of color. A lot of this article is about playing it safe, but who wants to be safe all the time? You CAN go all out in vivid color without losing your fashion sense. All it takes is balance. Always pair a bright saturated color with a neutral, like white, beige, black, olive, or navy. The same goes for a crazy new cut or shape. Pair it with classic clothing, and you’re good to go. Avoid mixing an interestingly cut top with a funky skirt, or the pieces will compete for attention.

Ignore the trends. I know it’s hard, since they’re everywhere, but try. Only buy a trendy item if it looks AMAZING on your body. Only buy anything if it looks amazing on your body. Don’t even pull out your checkbook unless you are 100% sure you love the way it falls on you.

Shop online. Most online stores photograph their clothing on a mannequin, rather than on a hanger. You get to see everything hanging on an actual human body, and you’ll know what to expect. For the record, most mannequins are a size six, and about five feet, six inches tall. If you are shorter than this, or larger, take that into account. Most online stores offer a generous return policy, because they know how important fit is.

Whether you need to buy a cocktail dress for a wedding or a sundress for a summer picnic, you always want to look your best. When choosing a dress you need to consider your body shape. Not all cuts look good on every shape. Here are some suggestions for buying dresses for each body type out there.

Pear Shaped
You have smaller shoulders, bust and waist with a heavier bottom, hips and thighs. When buying a dress you want to balance out your proportions by slimming down your bottom half and playing up your top half.
*Choose dresses that have an empire waist. Choose flowy fabrics that will skim and smooth out your shape.
*Buy a v-neck dress. They lengthen your torso and draw attention upwards.
*Wide set straps will also help you balance out your top half with your bottom.
*Do not buy clingy fabrics or an overly full skirt as they will draw attention to unwanted areas.

Boy Shaped
You have a straight shape all the way down your body. You have narrow hips, small bust and hardly any curves. When buying a dress you are going to want a dress that will add curves to your body.
*Choose a swingy, bias-cut dress and pair it with heels.
*Choose a neckline that will accentuate your bust, such as halter tops.
*Buy a dress that has a waistline or has some kind of detail at the waistline. This will add some curves to your waist area.
*Don’t buy shapeless strapless dresses. They will only flatten you and make you look more like a boy.

Curvy Shaped
You have a full bust and hips. You have a dress size of 14 or bigger (not always true as there are some women who are a size 6 and still curvy). You want to minimize your curves but not deny that you have them.
*Choose a wrap dress that you can tailor to fit your shape.
*Choose a dress that has structure but is not too tight. Choosing a shapeless dress will make you appear bigger than you are, while choosing a too tight dress will show off every bulge on your body.
*Buy a dress that has a small all over pattern.
*Sheath dresses and sundresses will also look nice on this body shape.
*Do not ever buy a tight satin dress.

Source: Tiffany B.

Are you fretting over how to invest your money this summer? Let’s face it, clothing IS an investment, because it can change how we feel about ourselves, and how others view us. And when money is tight, it’s important to spend it wisely. Here are some great wardrobe staples that will help you keep your clothing diverse and interesting.

Multicolored Camisole tops – These are important for anyone who wants to keep everything discretely in place. Or let it all out! Wear these underneath any button up blouse, dress, or coat for an instant layered look with color contrast. You can even wear them over blouses or swimsuits. To change them up entirely, wear them without anything on top, and splash on bold jewelry to spice them up.

Cropped Trouser pants – We love these so much! Pair them with a button up shirt and a jacket for a crisp work look, or tone them down with sandals and a tank top to go out with friends on a hot day. These are endlessly versatile, and because they’re cropped, heat doesn’t have to deter you from putting together a well tailored look. For plus sizes, we also have great Plus Size Crop Pants.

Wild Tank Tops – Sleeveless tops are great, because they can be worn so many different ways. Under another top, under a coat, over a cami, or all alone. The bolder the print, the better! Animal and tribal prints are huge this season, and look like they’ll be around for quite some time to come. Stock up on some of these.

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Sarah Jessica Parker recently made a huge fashion forward move by stepping onto the red carpet in a $9 dress, proving that fashion doesn’t have to be expensive. “For a lot of people - young women, middle-age women, regular women - there is this idea about wanting fashion in an affordable way. They are living in a less rarefied world,” Said Parker while on the carpet.

There are even some bragging rights to be had in finding a bargain. Saving money in rough economic times is always laudable. It’s entirely possible to keep up with the hottest trends, even while on a budget. For those who have a hard time curbing their craving for designer goods, consider alternatives, like similar pieces at discount clothing stores. Then pair these with a pricier bag that won’t go out of fashion, or wear out so quickly.

There are many great resources for affordable designer inspired clothing. Look around, save some money, then feel free to gloat when your friends are skipping meals to pay for that luxury designer cocktail dress.

(source, NY Daily News)

Okay, ready, set, go! You’ve been asked to the prom and now it’s time to go prom dress shopping. If you haven’t already begun to look into buying prom dresses than you had better get looking! Prom dress shopping has gone virtual now.

Prom dress shopping doesn’t stop after you have found the dress. Oh no!The next thing on your list is shoes, then purses, wraps, jewelry, make up and hairstyles. Prom dress shopping includes the trip to the salon or day spa and a good tanning session or two. People usually begin their prom dress shopping before they have even been asked out. That way they already have the jump or if they don’t get asked until the last minute they are already fully prepared.

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