Tuesday, March 3rd, 2009
From sexy summer clothes, fall and winter fashion trends took an
about turn. Anything that seemed sexy in summer now looks tarty.
Your grandmother’s wardrobe is now in vogue. Now everything you
own seems so out of fashion. What is a girl to do?
First of all, do NOT panic.
The trend now is well tailored, high quality, hard to knock off
clothing. A look that demands respect. The look is romantic.
Feminine. In darker, somber colors. A gothic Cinderella if you
will.
That translates to quality, not quantity. With just 9 pieces,
you can rebuild your Autumn and Winter wardrobe from scratch,
and look totally chic as the temperatures fall. Every piece has
to be really well made. Go for the best you can afford. The look
for this season is ladylike chic. The kind that demands and gets
respect.
Get ready for plenty of somber black, plum, deep colors with a
light touch of pink
fashion pieces to lift things a little.
Choose your color scheme. Black, plum and bright pink, or
Navyblue, gray and pale pink are some ideas you could work with.
Pick colors that you look your best in and which go with one
another. Alternatively, try a striking combination of black,
white and red.
Once you have decided on your color scheme, stick to it. That
way, everything in your wardrobe can be coordinated with
everything else, giving you countless looks from those few
pieces.
Feel free to choose items with frills, ribbons and other
romantic details as these define this season’s romantic fashion
trends.
#1 Gorgeous women’s
winter coats (at least 1) or a fur vest. This is going to
be your main look whenever you are outdoors. The fur vest is the
latest thing for this fall, winter season though. And it really
dresses up everything you wear it with. Even a pair of jeans
looks formal when you put on your fur vest.
#2 Beautifully tailored women’s
suits (at least 1) in any of your 3 chosen colors. A well
tailored skirt and jacket combination that is feminine and
versatile. This is something you can wear everyday.
#3 Ok. I know that feminine, loose floaty clothes are in. What
with the tulip skirt and all. But seriously. Who wants to have
hips that look even larger than reality? No, you still need a
pair of jeans. I don’t care what the fashion magazines or
designers dish out to us. Women have a right to wear clothes
that flatter the real figure. What is hot, has always been hot
and always will be hot is a pair of tight jeans.
A pair that makes you look your very best. You wear the clothes,
not the other way around.
#4 Wool
tights, pantyhose or stockings. Again for warmth and class.
to keep your legs warm when you wear a skirt or a dress.
#5 A romantic women’s
blouse. This time around, the look is romantic. The
oversized man style shirt wouldn’t do. You need something
romantic. The blouse is the new season’s must have.
#6 A beautiful dress. What could be more romantic than a dress.
Dresses
are hot this season, especially now that the romantic look is
big. You need at least 1 blouse in your new wardrobe.
#7 A pair of boots that go
with everything in your new wardrobe. They keep you warm they
are versatile and give your outfit an edge.
#8 A pair of leather
gloves to keep your hands warm and which look really sleek.
#9 A knit top to stretch your wardrobe further. The classic
every autumn and winter is the turtle
neck. It looks elegant and keeps your neck warm
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Monday, February 23rd, 2009
Unless you’re Beyonce Knowles or, Victoria Beckham then your wardrobe will be less about designer labels and more about a style to suit your budget and lifestyle.
Your wardrobe should be an extension of your personality, by keeping in mind the following basic principles you can have the perfect wardrobe on a budget that reflects your style.
1. Be realistic about your body type
No one is perfect so be honest with yourself about your shape and size.
Before you go out shopping have an honest overall picture of your body shape and proportion in relation to the length and width of your torso, arms, legs, waist etc.
Think about the areas you will want to accentuate and those you will want to disguise.
Squeezing into clothes a size too small, does not make you look smaller, it makes you look like you’ve squeezed into a size too small. Wear clothes that fit properly!
2. Don’t be a slave to fashion
Just because it’s in the shops does not mean it is for you.
This point cannot be stressed enough. While we understand the pressure to fit in and wear what everyone else is wearing, you will only ever be fashionable if you look attractive in what you are wearing.
3. Choose colors that flatter
Experiment with different colored clothing and see the effect it has on your skin.
The colors you choose can make a huge difference to whether you look healthy and vibrant or tired and washed out.
If you are pale then you should be particularly mindful of this and be careful of yellows, oranges, greys or browns.
Building your wardrobe on a budget
Now you know how to wear your clothes, what does your wardrobe need to ensure you can step out looking perfect in all seasons.
The key to the perfect wardrobe on a budget is to mix and match. By including the following base items in your wardrobe, you should have an ample selection of outfits for all occasions.
Pants:
2 pair of evening pants
3 pairs of work pants
2 pairs of casual pants
Skirts:
2 skirt for evenings or social events
2 skirts for work
1 skirt for casual wear
Tops:
One week’s worth of work tops/blouses
2 casual weekend tops and 2 t-shirt tops
2 jumpers/cardigans
4 evening tops
Dresses:
One little black dress
Jackets/Coats:
2 Blazers or suit jackets for work
1 casual jacket for weekend or fun
1 evening jacket or wrap
1 heavyweight coat
Shoes:
2 pair of evening shoes
1 pair of stylish boots for winter or sandals for summer
2 pairs of work shoes in black, brown or navy depending on your base color)
1 pair of black, brown or navy casual or walking shoes
1 pair of tennis shoes (sneakers)
By including these base pieces, your wardrobe will be flexible and easy to mix and match.
Choose base colors that complement each other then not only will your wardrobe appear larger than it is, but it will also be suitable all season round and in the colder months you will be able to wear your clothing in layers.
By ensuring your wardrobe has a good base, and ensuring any items you add are selected with care and attention, your wardrobe on a budget will be perfect for a long time.
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Friday, February 20th, 2009
Some things can be done in a hurry, some in pieces, some all at once, some in stages, and some not at all. It is up to us to fit the process to the task.
-Ann Wilson Schaef
Having the basic clothing in your wardrobe requires careful planning. It is a controlled series of garments designed to carry you everyday, from one season to the next. Test yourself to see if the fashions in your closet get the care they deserve and are in tip-top shape.
What kind of statement do you wish your wardrobe to make? Are you a bold, attention getting dresser? Or, do you like comfortable, sensible, low-key styles? Are you a bargain hunter, or do you buy the best designer brands? How often do you dress-up and show your glamorous side?
Here are twenty tips for keeping an impressive fashion wardrobe . . .
1. Make sure your day-to-day clothes are cared for by keeping the following items close-at-hand:
Spot remover for small stains
A good clothes brush to remove dust and lint
A sewing kit for minor rips and repairs
A good quality stream iron to remove wrinkles
Plastic garment bags for storing out-of-season clothing.
2. Know how to care for the different fabrics in your wardrobe. Most garments come with a label or tag that names the fabric content, and instructions for its care.
3. Give your garments space to breathe. This avoids crowding that causes wrinkling and extra pressing when ready to wear.
4. Suits and dresses last longer and require less cleaning when they are alternated between wearing.
5. Avoid wearing your best clothing when working or relaxing around the home, even for short periods of time. You avoid irreparable damages.
6. Close all zippers and buttons before hanging them up. This preserves the shape of the garment.
7. Protect out-of-season clothes by placing them in dust-proof garment or plastic bags.
8. Choose a special place for everything and keep everything in its place. That way you will know where to look when you need it. Fold knitted sweaters and put them in a drawer or on a shelf. Keep jewelry, belts, hose, gloves, and hats in their own special place.
9. Before putting on your garment, open zippers and buttons completely to save possible ripping or tearing of the garment, or an injury to yourself when in a rush.
10. Make sure clothing is clean, repaired, and pressed before putting them on. May save you a later embarrassment.
11. When an item is imperfect, be sure to have it altered professionally if you are not skilled enough for the task.
12. Purchase suits that are fully lined. They last longer and you get more wear out of them.
13. To keep your jewelry in a sparkling state, give it a frequent beauty bath with soap and warm water, or with a commercial cleaner.
14. Be reasonable when making your fashion purchases. Make sure the item fits your goal, is useful, and is affordable.
15. With a little study and planning from season to season, you can look at your wardrobe and tell what is still wearable. Update the items that are useable and discard the ones that have outlasted their usefulness.
16. Make sure your basic clothing is of good quality. Your basics are those items that are unfussy or simple enough to wear just about anywhere. And in colors that can blend with the colors in several other outfits already in your wardrobe.
17. When purchasing new or replacement items, make a clothing budget. Estimate how much you can afford to spend.
18. Shop at stores that are known for good quality and service. Make a habit to always compare prices.
19.When shopping, keep your proportion in mind. Are you petite? Full figured? Short and pleasingly plump, or tall and slender?
20. Buy according to your personality, your figure, your time limit, and the occasion for the purchase.
You may not be able to have the best designer fashions, but the care and planning you give your clothing states whether your wardrobe is worth a million dollars, or whether it looks like something from the cheapest bargain basement. No matter what your personal preference is in the clothing you buy, the clothing you wear, and the clothing that makes up your wardrobe, you create a certain statement each time you enter the public arena.
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Thursday, February 19th, 2009
Wardrobe Rescue Plan
A closet full of clothes and nothing to wear is what 99% of us say. With today’s economy you can’t just continue to make these mistakes. When you go shopping for jam, olives and salt you wonder why you can’t make a meal. This is the same when you pick up a blouse and a jacket that is a must have, no outfits will be created from that purchase. Instead you have more hanging in that closet. Ask yourself, how many outfits do you have in your closet now? Or better than that question is how many do you actually wear? The average women invest 2,000.00 – 4,000.00 a year in her wardrobe, from that 50% of every dollar is on unwise purchases. As that result only 25% of her wardrobes get actually worn 75% of the time. > Planning and organizing your wardrobe seems impossible, but it will change the way you look for the rest of your life. The French wardrobe is known to consist of 3 outfits only. In fact the time of Coco Channel’s death in 1971 only 3 outfits were found in her wardrobe. We know it wasn’t because she could not afford the clothes; it was because she possessed the plan and organization that is essential to have created dozens of outfits. This is what Wardrobe Makeover does; it will show you and teach you the secrets to creating your wardrobe for once and for all. It will save you thousands of dollars in wasted purchases and countless hours of on preparing to get ready. For more information on go to info@imagezmade.com
FYI Research and information gathered for this ad is from Wardrobe & Assessment from Ferial Youkam, Diane Pemberton, Wardrobe Magic and from Extreme Makeover, New York.
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Sunday, February 15th, 2009
A perusal of photography internet web sites today reveals conflicting information about models’ wardrobes. Some sites suggest only designer-label fashion is appropriate for professional modeling photography. Others take an additional step and suggest only certain designs work in a given market and season. Some insist wardrobe doesn’t matter at all.
How do you know whom to believe?
We suggest, on a scale of one to ten with ten being high, wardrobe importance falls somewhere below a five. There are several reasons we assign less importance to clothing.
First, whether it’s lifestyle or commercial photography, we work angle and color and light to capture the beauty of the model, not her clothing. Unless the job is for a clothing company or designer, it’s the appealing glow of the model that is the focus of the picture. That appeal communicates to the viewer and, if the shot works, the message is one the photographer designed and intended the viewer to see and hear. If a viewer’s comment focuses on the model’s apparel, we’ve missed the mark.
Second, some models may have the mistaken notion that a certain wardrobe will create her preconceived idea of how she wants to look and be perceived. The ‘look’ and overall trend in fashion today is said to be chic and ladylike. But if every model’s portfolio had the chic and ladylike look, designers would soon come up with another ‘look’ that was ‘current’ and those portfolios would all have to be redone. We suggest using a wardrobe that compliments the model’s look, figure, hair, coloring and her natural beauty, and that communicates the intended message.
Third, consider the unique or unusual more important than wardrobe. One of the most compelling portfolios we created in the past couple of months included the model placed in a large bathtub surrounded by bubbles. We shot her head and face, wet hair messed in delightful disarray around her stunning face. There was no fashion wardrobe in sight. Yet the portfolio is electric and the model’s message was communicated without a wardrobe.
Don’t totally disregard the importance of wardrobe. Fashion is based on designers’ ideas about what will be appealing for the next season. They are the experts. To some extent, designers decide what women will find desirable, and therefore purchase. They tell us what we will like and what we should buy if we want to have the latest wardrobe. However, sometimes the latest fashion looks great on every woman, and sometimes it doesn’t. Know what styles look good on you and keep wardrobe and fashion issues in perspective.
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Sunday, February 15th, 2009
Living in a city means that you need to carry yourself well and wear good clothes and also look smart and better than the person next to you. For this, what would we require is a good wardrobe to keep all the clothes in one place and how does one find a good wardrobe! Simple, build one for yourself according to your own requirements! An oak wardrobe is the best solution for all the requirements because the oak furniture is a king if all times and offers the best any wood was to offer. So we shall see how having an oak wardrobe is the best thing to have. A lot of readymade oak wardrobes are available in the market, but they serve little purpose, because a wardrobe is a personal thing and everyone’s needs are different and so a general wardrobe would not be the answer. You should always opt for a custom made oak wardrobe and this decision would be the life maker as because you would never ever have to depend on things that fail or give way at the last moment. Oak is a steady crusader and always up to the mark and will never ever disappoint you. Oak furniture is the best in the business and an oak wardrobe is no exception. ‘The wardrobe is as good as the clothes inside’ is a term of the past, in today’s fast paced world, you need to have the exteriors as well as the interior up to the mark otherwise you can be considered out dated. So the oak wardrobe is the answer – it is stylish, easy to procure and comes in various colors. But these advantages are secondary; the primary advantage is that an oak wardrobe will outlast the clothes inside and can be used by generations. The oak wardrobe, because it is customized, comes in all sizes and shapes. For the executive class, it can be fitted with long vertical spaces to accommodate the suits and the ties and also be fitted with the vanity table on the inside of the wardrobe to make it easier for the women. The best part of an oak wardrobe is that you can fit it with anything and everything you want and the wardrobe will not suffer in the quality, or for the regular and average user, you can have it fitted with some big shelves and some horizontal shelves and also have a separate section for the footwear. But always remember that oak wardrobe will help you only if you allow it to, and unnecessary divisions will make the wardrobe look odd, so plan it out properly if you want the inside to be useful and look decent also. Oak wardrobe has so many more advantages that it is impossible to tell you about them all, it is like you have to experience it yourself to get the hang of it. So go ahead and buy an oak wardrobe and compliment it with more oak furniture and you will never ever complain about anything and love the compliments that would be showered on you.
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Tuesday, February 10th, 2009
As much as we all want to have the hottest new pair of shoes, the cutest new dress or the incredibly stylish jeans, it’s not always possible. Money is a rare commodity in a lot of families, whether you’re a parent, a college or University student or simply trying to make ends meet while working. Well, you’ll be happy to know that just because you’re on a budget it does not mean that you can’t afford a high end, super hot wardrobe it just means you’ll have to look a little harder. Luckily, I’m here to help.
There are many ways to spend you’re money wisely, here are just a few:
Vintage and Second-Hand Stores Some people cringe when they hear the words vintage, second-hand or used clothing. It’s really not as bad as it sounds. Most second-hand clothing is barely used and many places won’t even take the clothing unless they are in mint condition. It’s going to take you a little longer to look through all the designs and some of them may not be a high end label like Burberry but once you find one, you’ve hit the jackpot. Vintage clothing is extremely popular in Hollywood as well. Many of the hottest celebrities who can afford to spend thousands of dollars on their wardrobes choose to buy vintage instead.
Buy a Few Pieces and Maximize on them One piece of design clothing isn’t going to break the bank. So if you choose one that you really like (preferably a jacket, sweater or something that can be mixed with a number of other pieces) you will be able to maximize on the one piece by wearing it with a number of other outfits. Likewise, articles of clothing like scarves and sweaters will be even more effective when it comes to mixing and matching because they can be used more often and paired with more outfits than say a pair of jeans or shoes.
Look For Deals Smart Shopping is the best way to save money. Looking for deals may be a little more time consuming than just whipping into a store and purchasing the first amazing piece that you see but, in the end, it’s definitely worth it. The best time to look for deals is either at the end of a season or when a store/company is relocating or closing. Generally, seasonal sales are the best way to save money on designer clothing, so make sure you keep an eye out at the end of each season.
Saving money on your designer wardrobe really comes down to smart shopping. If you can’t afford a $400 dollar shirt then don’t buy it. Wait until you find a deal that fits into your budget and you’ll be much happier in the long run.
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Saturday, February 7th, 2009
Do you have clothes in your wardrobe that you have never worn, or are never likely to be worn, since you just cannot make them ‘work’? Do you wish you could open your wardrobe and be confident that you could mix and match any items and still look good? If this is you, then a weeding session with an image consultant could be just what you and your clothes need.
A healthy wardrobe should not only have structure and purpose but contain an easy to use and efficient capsule element consisting of good basic neutrals which, if the correct shades are chosen, can be mixed and matched with many other outfits. Being shown how to make new outfits from your current clothing and accessory range will also help to cut down the cost per wear.
This is fine but, if like many people, you are not only a natural born hoarder keeping outdated and badly sized clothes for that ‘maybe I’ll wear this next year’ moment but find the prospect of discarding clothes unbearable, then enlisting the help and advice of a professional wardrobe weeder could be for you. After all, if you’ve not worn an article in your wardrobe in the last twelve months, it is 90% likely that you’ll never wear it again.
With their experience and in-depth colour analysis training, an image consultant will not only show you which shades of colours really enhance your image but they will also be able to advise on which styles are best suited to your body shape. Either by coming to your house and helping you to sort through your clothes and accessories or by explaining to you at a colour consultation, an image consultant will help you to learn which are the best colours for you and which styles of clothes will make you look your best.
Either at your home or during a colour consultation, they will be able to share their expert knowledge with you and also be able to show you how to bring different outfits together, up-dating them as necessary. Sometimes only simple adjustments are required like adding a more trendy belt, a new handbag or a new pair of shoes.
Not only will an image consultant ‘weed out’ unsuitable clothes but they will also ‘weed in’ new items of clothing or accessories which they would recommend that you buy in order to make your new and improved wardrobe work harder. Working together, you and your consultant will create a working wardrobe of clothes and accessories that will make you feel happy and confident every day.
In the long run you will save time and money because not only will you be able to wear all your clothes with confidence knowing how to mix and match items and accessories to their best effect but you will also have learnt how to buy the styles and colours that will enable you to look your best.
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Thursday, February 5th, 2009
Wardrobes come in different sizes, shapes and color, and it is used in every household also as it is very necessary. It can either be free standing or built in. It can have personal finishes of good carpenters and is highly adorned by art lovers since it can be personalized according to their tastes. You can opt to choose walk-in wardrobes.
Having mentioned all these wardrobes, these also give a variety of problems. The traditional wardrobe furniture, free standing and separate and can either be small or large depending on the choice of the owner. If it is plain and has no other design but carving on the door and has basic compartments like the large space for the hanged clothes in the middle and a shelf up top and a drawer below the common problem would be its door hinges. With its’ constant opening and closing sometimes forcing it to close because of overloaded wardrobes, it tends to loosen the hinges and the door will, if not get stuck, will be difficult to open or close due to the disaligned door. Having to oil your hinges to make it work more smoothly or replacing the hinges with much more sturdy ones will help a lot. The wardrobe can either have a most commonly used lock to keep the door closed or the used magnetic lock.
With keeping up with the future, there are wardrobes that have more design to it than its actual need for its functions. With the convenience of having TV shelves adjustable shelves and baskets, hat compartments, hooks for hats and belts some even have space for small refrigerators to fit in them.
Some wardrobes have more personal touches having mirrors and designed handles, and lots of other things. Of course these individually give different problems as well. For wardrobes with mirrors mostly are placed on the door for practicality or saves space. Of course the door has to be sturdy enough to hold such additional weight and strong hinges especially it covers almost the whole length of the wardrobe door. Keeping it closed is also a problem sometimes if your traditional lock easily breaks or the magnetic lock can’t hold the door weight due to its size. Door handles, especially the screw on handles gives way most of the time especially the plastic ones and the wooden handles inappropriately too small for the door. Choosing the right door handles in comparison to the weight of the door sliding or not should be well thought of before installation.
For walk-in wardrobes the organization of the compartments has to be in retrospect to the need of the user also considering the orientation of the room. Also making compartments for the materials that you already have depending on the frequency of usage is also a good thing to have. Keeping insects out is also a problem for wardrobes if your wardrobe has many unnecessary spaces it can house cockroaches or moths and a lot of other insects. Keeping your wardrobe inaccessible to insects by making designs to seal of cracks or crevices in between would be a nice way of designing that wardrobe you really want.
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Tuesday, February 3rd, 2009
walk in wardrobes and dressing rooms. The storage solution of the century…! There has never been a time when people have paid more attention to interiors and the home.
This explosion of interest has triggered a surge in home improvements, maintenance projects and redecoration works, resulting in thousands of pounds spent in this area and a great pride in the home. Understandably, customers demand reliable manufacturers and skilled craftsmen to undertake their projects to a high standard. The products and furniture must be an investment and of a high quality. This is where companies such as Pah design Ltd are sought after to provide this reliabilty.
Pah design Ltd specialise in the design and supply of beautiful walk in wardrobes, bedroom wardrobes, wardrobe furniture, wardrobes to walk in, dressing rooms and fitted bedroom furniture. All made by a renowned manufacturer in the Venetian province of Italy with over 80 years experience and history in furniture manufacturing. The design and manufacturing techniques are aimed to define a collection of furnishing systems and furniture reflecting a strong concept of living where every home is a unique dimension in which functional needs combine with feelings, affinities and different tastes.
The design of the walk in wardrobes, dressing room and fitted bedroom furniture is always in line with the times that perfectly fits the idea of contemporary furnishing with diversity: the reason why this walk in wardrobe and dressing room furniture from Pah design Ltd stand out from any other collections available on the market in the UK.
The high quality systems and furniture are subject to continuous inspections and improvements, and have recently been certified in accordance with the UNI EN ISO14001-04. A reliability which is of upmost importance: Pah design Ltd are very privileged to bring this “quality” in to any home or commercial premises.
A FREE initial design presentation is now offered and emailed to you who are looking to make these home improvements and looking for a timeless storage solution which reflects the way you live, your home and your lifestyle…www.walkinwardrobezone.com
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