Archive for May, 2005
For a casual chic graduation look, try:
Fashion Formula = Tie-front Sweater + Embellished Tank + Cropped Pants + Sandals.
May 31st, 2005
For a casually pulled-together look, try:
Fashion Formula = Short Sleeve Button Up Shirt + Contrast Tee + City Shorts + Sandals.
Lock Bonnie Half Sleeve Shirt | $49.50 at
Abercrombie & Fitch
No-Tag Fitted Cotton Crew | $16.50 at
Banana Republic
Fletcher Short | $75 at
Polo Ralph LaurenMen’s golf shorts provide a nice counterpart to a woman’s city short.
“Thong Song†Flip Flop | $48 at
Kenneth ColeFlip flops not suitable for poolside fun are dressy enough for this ensemble.
May 27th, 2005
For a smart look, try:
Fashion Formula = Cardigan + Floaty Top + City Shorts + Dressy Shoes.
Bianca Cropped Cardigan | $49.50 at
Abercrombie & FitchLook for special detailing, such as the slight gathers on the front yoke.
May 26th, 2005
For a sporty look, try:
Fashion Formula = Track Jacket + Tank Top + City Shorts.
Commonwealth Zip Thru Jacket | $89 at
Ben Sherman
Colorblock Halter | $38 at
Armani Exchange
Gap City Shorts | $39.50 at
Gap
Anjan Sneaker | $65 at
PumaAthletic-inspired sneakers to top off a casual chic look.
Manolo Blahnik Satin Slingback | $495 at
Neiman MarcusMore formal shoes, such as this dressy slingback, are an unexpected option that can turn the outfit from simply sporty to uniquely stylish. Wear with caution–it’s not a look for Everybody!
May 25th, 2005
For a sophisticated look, try:
Fashion Formula = Fitted Blazer + Fashion Top + City Shorts + Dressy Shoes.
May 24th, 2005
For a casual look, try:
Fashion Formula = Henley Shirt + Tank Top + City Shorts + Casual Shoes.
Jenna Ribbed Henley | $24.50 at
Abercrombie & Fitch
Seamless Support Camisole | $28 at
Banana Republic
Gap City Shorts | $39.50 at
Gap
adidas "Okapi Nubuck" Sneaker | $64.95 at
NordstromAthletic-inspired sneakers to top off a casual chic look. Sandals are another stylish option, and they can dress up an otherwise casual look.
May 23rd, 2005
Fashion Formula = Narrow Tie + Button Up Collared Shirt +
Casual Belt + Slim Cut Pants + Dress Shoes.
A sleek look that moves beyond geek to chic.
Prada Silk Tie | $78 at
Yoox.comLong and lean.
Scunthorpe Soho Fit Shirt | $79.00 at
Ben ShermanSuper slim fit tailored with two back darts.
Eagle Web Belt | $14.50 at
American EagleA versatile belt that will up the style factor of the outfit though its mixing of formal (tie) and casual (belt) elements. For a more conservative look, try a dark colored belt.
Boot Fit Jeans | $49.50 at
GapA slim leg cut balanced by a wider boot-fit leg opening adds to the vertical emphasis of the outfit. For extra flair, cuff the jeans.
Press Club Oxford Shoes | $185 at
Kenneth ColeAdd a pair of dressy oxfords to heighten the contrast between the formal and the casual.
May 20th, 2005
Create the illusion of a curvier bottom.
Look for…
- Pants with contoured yokes.
- Medium wide contoured belts.
- Rear pockets add curves.
- Rear detailing.
- Full skirts.
Run from…
- Bottoms made of clingy fabrics.
- Bias cut bottoms.
- Very low rise pants.
- Baggy styles.
- Jeans without rear pockets.
- Severe pencil skirts.
May 19th, 2005
Elongate your figure while visually balancing your hips and shoulders. Subtly show your curves.
Look for…
- Drapey fabrics.
- Diagonal lines.
- Dark colored bottoms.
- Tonal outfits with darker shades on the bottom.
- Outfits that skim over your curves.
- Jackets & Coats
- Long coats: three-fourths and seven-eighths lengths lengths.
- Vertical detailing above the waist.
- Nipped-waist, tailored jackets that hit at hipbone length.
- A-line styles.
- Loose, straight cuts.
- Coats that flare at the waist.
- Slender lapels.
- Set-in sleeves.
- Slight shoulder padding.
- Slanted pockets minimize hips.
- Snug jean jackets.
- Biker jackets.
- Boxy jackets.
- Tops
- Fitted tops that float over your hips and bottom.
- Empire-waist styles.
- Wrap styles.
- Deep V-necklines.
- Wide necklines.
- Pants & Jeans
- Dark colored bottoms.
- Slightly lower-waisted bottoms.
- Bottoms with smooth tops, without waistbands.
- If you wear a waistband, it should be no longer than 1†high.
- Straight-legged, flat-front pants.
- Well-tailored pants with wider legs.
- Slight flare (boot cut shape) at ankle is flattering.
- Remove side pockets from pants for a leaner look.
- Jeans with a slightly lower rise.
- Dark denim is more flattering.
- Back pockets on jeans.
- Skirts & Dresses
- Skirts with smooth tops, without waistbands.
- Moderate A-line shapes.
- Wrap styles.
- Draped styles.
- Tapered knee-length skirts.
- Vertical detailing.
- Empire-waist styles.
- Matching dress and jacket sets.
- Show skin: shoulders, cleavage, or arms.
- Horizontal detailing on top.
- Open necklines.
- Dresses with plain bottom halves.
- Vertical detailing.
- Dark colored bottoms, especially when contrasted with a lighter top.
- Embellishment above the waistline to draw the eye upwards.
Run from…
- Stiff fabrics.
- Oversized prints.
- Horizontal patterns.
- Shiny fabrics or thick textures.
- Jackets & Coats
- Styles that hit at the widest part of the hips.
- Double breasted styles.
- Bulky flap and patch pockets.
- Narrow-belted styles.
- Bomber jackets.
- Tops
- Tops that don’t cover the hips.
- Styles that hit at the widest part of the hips.
- Boxy shapes.
- Cinched waists.
- Detailing at the shirt hem.
- Pants & Jeans
- Bottoms with lots of detailing: pleats, gathers, back details, back pockets, prints, etc.
- Extremely high-waisted styles.
- Extremely low-waisted styles.
- Wide-legged pants.
- Bell bottoms.
- Drawstring pants.
- Tapered styles.
- Cropped pants.
- Tight legs.
- Small back pockets.
- Widely spaced back pockets.
- Skirts & Dresses
- Pockets: slanted, flap, or patch.
- Pleated skirts.
- Bias cut fabrics.
- Hem detailing.
- Severe flared skirts.
- Horizontal detailing.
- Dresses that cinch the waist.
- Bunching at waist.
- Stiff fabrics.
- Detailing below the waistline.
- Severely voluminous skirts.
- Bottoms that are too small.
- Skirted suits that end at your widest part.
May 18th, 2005
Visually lower your waistline and re-direct attention towards your face or legs.
Look for…
- Monochromatic and tonal outfits.
- Vertical lines above the waist.
- Narrow belts at the hipline.
- Narrow belts that match the color of your top.
- Jackets & Coats
- Long jackets: hipbone, below the hips, three-quarters, and seven-eighths styles.
- Single breasted styles.
- High armholes.
- Narrow lapels tapering to the waist.
- Some shoulder padding.
- One or two button closures.
- Deep V necklines.
- Jean jackets that hit at the top of the hips.
- Biker jackets.
- Tops
- Long tops that end below your natural waistline.
- Vertical detailing.
- Deep V necklines.
- High armholes.
- Princess seams.
- Tabbed collars.
- Pants & Jeans
- Wear pants slightly long and with a heel for added leg length.
- Low-waisted bottoms.
- Flat front styles.
- Jeans with a longer rise.
- Skirts & Dresses
- Straight shapes with a dropped waistline.
- Styles without waistbands.
- Fluid fabrics.
- Empire waist styles.
- Straight sheaths.
- Coat dresses.
- Deep V-necklines.
- Verticals on the torso.
- Suits
- Long jackets, which should reach below the waist or longer.
- Fluid fabrics.
- Narrow pants.
- Short skirts.
- Swimsuits
- Two piece suits with bottoms that hit below your natural waistline.
- Strong verticals on the torso.
- High necklines.
- Darker side panels.
Run from…
- Belts at the waistline or above.
- Wide waistbands or belts.
- Any horizontal lines at the waist.
- Jackets & Coats
- Double breasted styles.
- Flap or patch pockets.
- Wide collars.
- High round necklines.
- Belted styles.
- Bomber jackets.
- Tops
- Overembellished styles.
- Anything cinched at the waist.
- High-waisted styles.
- Cropped styles.
- Waistbands, especially those that sit at your natural waist.
- Off-the-shoulder styles.
- Pants & Jeans
- High-waisted bottoms.
- Cropped pants.
- Skirts & Dresses
- Dresses with waistline details.
- Wide waistbands.
- High-waisted styles.
- Contrast color belts.
- Horizontal lines at natural waistline or above.
- Stiff fabrics.
- Swimsuits
- High waisted bikini bottoms.
- Horizontal detailing on the torso.
May 17th, 2005
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