Q: What type of jeans should I be wearing if I have a very flat butt?
A:
If you have a very flat butt, you want to create the illusion of a curvy behind. To do this, wear jeans with:
(1) Pocket detailing, which helps to create the illusion of fullness.
(2) A tighter fit through the thigh, which helps makes your jeans look more fitted.
(3) A butt-enhancing (or butt-lifting) cut, such as Blue Cult’s Butt Lifter Kate Jean (pictured).
Have a great tip about how to make a flat butt look more curvy? Share it with us in the comments!
Pictured: Blue Cult’s Butt Lifter Kate Jean | $114 (sale) at Revolve Clothing.
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Posted by Trisha on July 12th, 2007 in Q&A, Women's |
Q: I have a pair of Sperry shoes and I normally do not wear socks, but the sweat has just eaten up the soles of the shoes in only a month’s time. What kind of socks do people normally wear with Sperry shoes?
A: No-show socks are the way to go with your Sperry shoes. You get the best of both worlds–the appearance of socklessness with the comfort and dryness of wearing socks.
Here’s some no-show socks to get you started:
Wrightsock Coolmesh® Lo Double Layer 6-Pair Pack | $51.95 at Zappos
(Pictured) Feetures Light No Show Socks | $7.99 at Footsmart
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Posted by Trisha on July 11th, 2007 in Men's, Q&A, Women's |
Q: I am 5′5", 57 years old, short-waisted, small in bust, larger in hips. The biggest problem is the short waist. What do you recommend for flattering styles?
A:
To combat short waistedness, the idea is to visually lower your waistline. Here’s five figure flattering tips for you:
(1) My favorite figure flatering trick is to place a narrow belt at the hipline to create the illusion of a lowered waistline.
(2) Belts that match the color of your top also help to visually move your waistline down.
(3) Wear long tops or styles with strong verticals on your torso. And to maximize your bustline, choose styles with volume in the chest area–such as ruffles or ruching.
(4) Low-waisted bottoms are gong to be figure flattering, as are skirts and dresses in fluid fabrics to hug your hips.
(5) Should you choose stiffer fabrics, look for styles without waistbands or those with a dropped waistline.
Have a great tip about how to flatter a short waist? Share it with us in the comments!
Pictured: Classiques Entier Release Shirt | $128 at Nordstrom.
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Posted by Trisha on July 10th, 2007 in Q&A, Women's |
We asked: Is Bohemian Fashion In or Out?
You said: With 69% of the vote against it, Bohemian Fashion is Out.
Omiru’s take: While the loose, carefree feel of bohemian fashion seems like a fine idea to us in theory, in practice, this perennial warm weather trend just doesn’t look as good as it should. Style tip? If you love bohemian fashion, wear it in moderation. Pair your hippie-chic tunic with a structured pair of pants. Or wear your flowy dress with a sophisticated handbag and shoes. Oh, and buy it on the cheap–this is a fleeting trend, at best.
Next Question: You loved Bright Yellow for Spring and Summer, but what do you think about Mustard Yellow for Fall? Tell us, is Mustard Yellow In, or is it Out? Cast your
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Pictured: Retro Knit Tube | $19.80 at Forever 21.
Posted by Trisha on July 9th, 2007 in Trend, Trend Predictives, What's In and What's Out, Women |
Q: What can I wear with a grey halter dress to look classy and vintage-y?
A: Dress up the grey halter dress with a square shaped jacket that recalls the 1960s and layered jewelry for an extra vintage-y feel. With a halter dress, y-shaped or pendant necklaces are especially flattering. Keep your hair simple–try wearing a headband to keep your long, wavy hair back.
As for shoes, stay with the vintage theme with a pair of peep-toe heels, such as the Stuart Weitzman Chatup Pumps pictured at left.
Finish off the look with a vintage (or vintage-inspired) handbag with great lines.
Pictured: Stuart Weitzman ‘Chatup’ Pump | $275 at Nordstrom.
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Posted by Trisha on July 6th, 2007 in Q&A, Women's |
Asks Vickie, "I just found out I’m pregnant, and I’m excited about buying new clothes to fit my growing belly. Can you give me some ideas/inspiration? Also, I’m going to a wedding in September, and I will definitely have a sizable belly by then. What should I wear?"
Tell us, what do you think Vickie should wear during her pregnancy? Please leave your advice in the comments of this post.
The best answer (as chosen by Vickie) by Monday, July 9 gets a gift bag courtesy of BagTrends.com that contains a Hayden Harnett iPod case (and a 15% discount), a Baby Phat t-shirt, Goddess perfume from Kimora Lee Simmons, Bourjois multi shimmer loose eyeshadow, the NYC Venue Guide, a copy of The Buenos Aires Broken Hearts Club, a Jenny Yuen bag charm, a 50% discount at 69jewels.com, a 10% discount at Caravan, fall looks from Moe Handbags, info on Floral Icon Events, and a 20% discount at SHOP BagTrends.com.
Update (7/10): Congratulations, Nisha! Vickie found your advice the most helpful.
Pictured: Olian Maternity Crochet Square Top | $74 at Nordstrom.
Posted by Trisha on July 5th, 2007 in Q&A, Women's |
Q: How can I keep long tank tops and camisoles from riding up over my hips and rolling up at the bottom?
A: Long tops ride up and roll up when you move around when the fit is too tight. To avoid this problem, look for tank tops and camisoles that are cut a little bit looser–even if they’re still form fitting. I’ve also found that tops with a built in "waistband" piece of fabric tend to give me less problems with shirt ride-up.
Have a great tip about how to stop tank top ride up? Share it with us in the comments!
Pictured: J Crew Solid Favorite Tank | $14.50 at J Crew.
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Posted by Trisha on July 4th, 2007 in Q&A, Women's |
Q: Do you have any tips on new glasses frames? I want something that will last for a year or so. I work in a design firm, so something funky isn’t out of the question, but I’d like something that that I can wear all the time.
A: Most tips surrounding glasses frames center around balancing out your facial features to get closer to the "ideal" oval shaped face. In a nutshell, we advise those with round faces to look for more angular frames and those with more angular faces to seek rounder frames.
Since you work in a design firm, you’re probably looking for a pair of frames that’s not only functional but also a bit edgy. We’d recommend looking for:
(1) Angular frames, no matter what your face shape. We do, however, suggest taking your face shape into account and recommend a slightly less angular frame for those with heart or square face shapes.
(2) Thicker frames for a bolder, more confident look.
(3) Colored frames, if you dare. We like reddish brown for its wearability and inherent edginess.
Two brands to check out–Kate Spade for retro-chic frames and Gucci for bold, angular styles.
Pictured: Kate Spade Bailey Eyeglasses | $152 at FramesDirect.
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Posted by Trisha on July 3rd, 2007 in Men's, Q&A, Women's |
We asked: Are Polka Dots In or Out?
You said: With 53% of the vote against them, Polka Dots are On the Way Out.
Omiru’s take: We like the playful feel of polka-dotted styles, but with the variety of geometric prints available out there, we’re buying up more sophisticated, retro-inspired prints. Style tip? Polka dots are a great way to add a bit of fun to a serious outfit. Try mixing styles–such as a flirty polka dot top under a military-inspired jacket. Or for a more refined look, try monochromatic polka dots (e.g. bright yellow on mustard).
Next Question:
Our friends at Couture in the City recently reported on the re-emergence of bohemian fashion. But what do
you think? Tell us, is Bohemian Fashion In, or is it Out? Cast your
vote on
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Pictured: Calvin Klein Swiss Dot Dress | $138 at Nordstrom.
Posted by Trisha on July 2nd, 2007 in Trend, Trend Predictives, What's In and What's Out, Women |
Q: I am a chubby short waisted woman, and most blouses or shirts are way too long waisted for me which causes them to gap at the front. Can you help me?
A: If your shirts are gapping at the front, buy shirts from retailers whose fit features a wider waistline (this advice also holds true for those with no waist, like myself). I’ve had good results at Banana Republic and Gap for shirts. If you fall in love with a particular shirt, though, you can buy a larger sized shirt and have it tailored down to your shape.
Have a great tip about how to prevent shirt gapping? Share it with us in the comments!
Pictured: Fitted Shirt | $34.80 (sale) at Banana Republic.
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Posted by Trisha on June 29th, 2007 in Q&A, Women's |
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