By Dexter N James


Here comes spring 2009 and there you see your mind filled with a fear of being laughed at. Thanks to your extra flab which doesn't allow you to wear dresses according to your will.

Thus your intense desire to wear the most fashionable dresses turns into vapor , all because of your flab. Oh! These bulges on your waistline... They suck!

Now forget these problems. Because here are the most flattering dresses exclusively meant for a chubby woman so she can look at her best this spring 2009.

Read out the following lines to know what are those top three dresses along with some tips and tricks to pair them with equally flattering jewelry and footwear. Thus hide your chubbiness this spring in an artistic fashion.

Colorful Belted Trench Dress : No woman's clothing is more flattering, for a chubby woman, than wearing a trench coat. But there are days when it hardly rains in spring too. So what to wear during those dry days?

Designers have brought a unique blend of trench coats and dresses. So, this spring, buy a belted trench dress to give your spring season a perfect and fashionable start. The inbuilt belts are an added advantage which cover your bulky waist nicely. The wide collars are flattering too as they cover your chest area much genuinely.

You will love to wear these cotton-made trench dresses which come in many colors, mainly suitable for spring only. Also, a belted trench dress will prove an exciting office or party wear this spring.

Buy something which comes in striking pink,dark citron, super lemon or vibrant green. Wear them with ballet flats or heels and sunglasses. Try matching metallic bangles and designer earrings.

Striped Wrap Dress : When you wrap this wrap dress around your body, there is no trace of your chubbiness anywhere. It covers you magnificently from top to bottom.

Gone are the days of mono-colored wrap dress. Now try these extremely fabulous striped wrap dresses this spring 2009. You can buy one with black and white stripes to give you a more classic look, or in order to look more trendy, you can choose stripes of "green and pink "or "yellow and blue" or whatever combination you find more suitable.

You can choose a wrap dress with full sleeves, if your arms happen to carry extra flab. Give your hair a fringe cut and wear big circular metallic earrings. They flatter a chubby face.

As a wrap dress leaves your calves open, try to wear a pair of red knee-high boots. They flatter your legs. If your legs don't carry extra flab, try glossy slingbacks. Wear a designer wrist watch and use a golden shoulder bag.

Satin Button Down Tunic : Whenever you plan to have a party during the spring phase, a button down tunic, which more or less looks like a dress shirt, made of red satin can get no competitor.

Choose a knee-length button down tunic with big buttons and full sleeves. Adding some big buttons would be extremely flattering.

Nothing could be greater than having this satin tunic with its cuffs and collars white in color. Try a cotton scarf and let your hair hang loose behind the shoulders. Use a fur packer hat with some feathers tucked into its edges.

With a knee-length button down tunic, wearing a black wide-leg trouser is a well justified fashion apparel. It will give your body a controlled look. Use a pair of mid-high heels.

Wearing ballet flats or wedges too will do wonders. Try blue spear-shaped earrings and black metallic handbags. They make admiring pairs with red satin tunics.

By Simon Waker Haughtone


It is a well known fact that fashion go well with trendy hand bags and stylish purses, But, it is a personal choice if you want to use these fashion accessories or not. Life is a celebration so why wouldn't a lady dress up to the occasion. Ritzy outerwear manages to make you feel ready for special occasions like birthday parties, anniversaries or any other type of celebration. Fashion also compliment other fashion accessories. The advantage of wearing a fashion as compared to other type of women dresses is that it showcases your class and elegance.

Like they say, a dress is able to speak more than a thousand words put together. Still, if you want a proof of the above fact, just check how radiant and attractive a lady looks in a fashion. More than men, fashion suits look good on women. A dress is a personal choice, but how about wearing something which not only demonstrates your superior choice but also enhances your personality. If you want to make a statement or get noticed even in a crowd, go for a fashion suit rather than any other ritzy outerwear.

Handbags and purses of exact same color like your fashion suit shows that you make an effort to look good which eventually boosts self confidence. It is all about self confidence and poise. People are getting more and more casual with their dressing sense; still wearing a suit makes a statement for itself. It is a wonderful feeling to look good which is directly or indirectly connected to your happiness index. Occasions decide the dress but the choice of dresses is yours.

You can wear something casual for a small get together but there is nothing like wearing your favorite fashion suit to stand out in a crowd. In terms of women fashion dresses, internet is an excellent way for selecting and later buying your favorite dress without even having to move out of the comfort of your home. Women's satin dresses are also gaining popularity and command a huge clientele.

Who would not like to look special, feel special or get compliments? It is a matter of fact that each and every individual wants to be treated special so grab any of the dazzling women dresses and feel out of the ordinary.

By Angela Boxwood


Flower girl fashion follows the same trends you see in wedding dress fashion. As wedding dresses become more simple so do flower girl dresses and at the same time, when wedding dress fashion become more extravagant you'll find the same thing happening with flower girl fashion.

Having said that changes in their design is rarely as dramatic as that in wedding gowns and you'll find that they've always had a sweet little girl feel about them and are rarely as dramatic as the brides dress. Just think of the bride's poofy sleeves of the 1980's! Though the flower girls had pleated shoulder they were never nearly as extreme as that of the bride.

The most important thing to remember with flower girl fashion is to make sure that your little girl is comfortable and at the same time complimenting the theme of the day - including color and mood. If you're traditional she should be to... and if you're simple and modern, she should be too!

Make Sure She's Happy
If she is 4 years old, it's likely that she's mature enough to go to at least one store with you. If this is possible, it's very much recommended so that you can get a sense of what she likes and also introduce her to what it means to be a flower girl. When I had this very important job at the age of 6 I was so terrified and didn't even know it was happening until a day or two before. I really had no idea what it meant - other than the fact that tons of people would be staring at me! Even at that young age and explanation of what's happening is as important as being comfortable and feeling pretty.

Fashionable Dresses
There are two really big things you'll notice in designer flower girl dresses:

1. The tuft skirt...which I think will be going out in the next year or two
2. The colored sash, which I think will stay around for awhile since it's such a great way to make the flower girl dress match the wedding theme.

Basket Fashion
In 1980 I carried a wicker basket with dried flowers, hardly en mode for a wedding today - unless of course you're going for a retro 80's feel. Instead a simple silk basket filled with either frozen or dried rose petals is more suitable for today's modern wedding.

Color & Fashion
Traditionally, when picking the dress, the color AND fabrice was usually expected to complement the bride's dress - either white, cream or champagne and silk or satin. Extra accessories like the sash, flowers, and basket matched the bridesmaids. Today it's just as common to wear the same color and fabric dress as the bridesmaid. Both work really well and both look great. However, it's often easier to find dresses in white or pink rather than the plethora of colors available in bridesmaids' dresses.

Fashionable Hair Accessories
Cute little hair accessories have always been a big thing for flower girls, but, like everything else the look changes over time. Today, the headpiece is noticeably smaller and more "flower child" inspired that in years past. You'll also find that the dreaded baby's breath which adorned my hair when I was flower girl is no longer used in hair design or accessories.

Stylish and Comfy Flower Girl Shoes
Today, shoe options are comfortable and cute. With everything from the fabric ballerina slipper to the simple satin Mary Jane shoe, there's a style for every child.

Cost vs. Fashion
You can get wonderful dresses at any price. The only thing to make sure of it to make sure you get a comfortable, wrinkle free, and breathable fabric. An uncomfortable flower is the last thing you want on your special day! Cheap laces are itchy and some fake satins don't breath and are very sticky and uncomfortable! If cost is an issue don't get a flower girl dress, just get a pretty little dress that can be dressed up with adorable tights. You'd be surprised what you can find. eBay is also a great place to find great dresses at really wonderful prices!

Appropriate Fashion
Just make sure your young flower girl looks like a little girl. There's nothing worse than a 6 year old looking like a mom. Make sure the hairstyle and dress style is age appropriate.

By Mary E. Romero


Do you feel intimidated about wearing dresses? Are you jealous of other women who aren't afraid to strut their stuff in the most fashionable dresses of the season? Are you looking for reasons to purchase casual dresses for yourself? If you answered yes to any of the questions you have just read, then it might be time for you to venture out into the colourful wonderful world of women's dresses.

What's great about having dresses is that they can easily be dressed up or down just by using a few choice accessories. Whether you plan on attending a benefit luncheon with the toast of society, or you're thinking of spending a lazy afternoon walking around the park, you can wear the same dress on these two separate occasions without becoming a fashion victim. You'll be amazed by how a simple white cardigan or a chunky antique necklace can take a casual dress to a whole new different level. If you like dressing up with versatile pieces, then investing in a couple of designer dresses is the way to go.

Since women's dresses are almost always a staple in the collections of the best designers that the fashion industry has to offer, you can choose from a wide assortment of designs and styles. From long maxi dresses to short mini dresses, you can easily feed your passion for fashion just by investing in a few key pieces. Don't be afraid to venture out of your comfort zone when trying out new styles. This way, it will be much easier for you to choose which dress styles would most suit your special occasions.

And since most casual dresses are designed to specifically meet the modern woman's standard, you'll be able to dress up in the most stylish dresses without having to sacrifice comfort. You don't have to be content with dressing up in blue jeans and baggy shirts any longer. With the perfect casual dress, you can experience the same level of comfort without sacrificing your potential for style. Be the best dressed in your school or your workplace just by buying high quality fashionable dresses from your favourite designer or retail outlet.

If you want to be able to make the right fashion statement, make sure to choose dresses that not only fit your personality, but your body shape as well. Before you blow off hundreds of dollars at your favourite designer store, look for expert tips on choosing the right styles, fabrics and prints for your specific body type you don't have to be a size 4 to look gorgeous in a casual dress. With the right fashion tips, you'll be able to style any dress to make it look like it was specifically designed just for you.

So what are you waiting for? If you want to enjoy the best deals on casual dresses, check out what the most popular fashion retailers have in store for you. Start building your very own collection of dresses today and you'll always be in the center of fashion.

By Herb Leibacher


Elegant vintage women's evening dresses have style that is timeless. These vintage women's nighttime dresses are very fashionable today as well. The loss of the corset was a great impetuous for fashion to take a radical change and ideas started flowing. The natural curves of a woman's body was once again the target of the couture industry, the feminine shape has become exaggerated in the models that are so thin that they are emaciated. There is an in between, the couture that realistically takes in the normal or maybe a little larger woman in their designs of women's fashion dresses. The fashion industry has produced some of the most spectacular women's night time dresses you could ever imagine. Let's take a small journey through time and investigate the women's nighttime dresses of the past that have made it back to the future.

A stylish little house dress for housework made its appearance on the fashion scene. These house dresses were also used to wear as you were getting ready to go out for the night in your beautiful evening dress that came from one of the top women's fashion dresses providers. These little dresses were also called day dresses, for the night dresses were women's night time dresses.

Women's nighttime dresses had become designed for comfort and between the day dresses, women's fashion dresses, and the business lines that were coming out for the working woman with tailored style, the variety of clothing that became available such as women's evening dresses, blouses, vests, skirts and a creation called palazzo pants, women's choices became fun and interesting and more feminine than ever in the women's fashion dresses.

In the 1930's fashion started to concentrate on shoulders and a sleeve in their designs for women's nighttime dresses. The different types of shoulders that the designers were able to come up women's night time dresses in with ranged from puffy to flat pleats that created a softer width. The creation of the butterfly sleeve added an ethereal touch to women's evening dresses and the fabric choices went from laces to fine netting that could sport some jewels and colors that would complement the women's night dresses.

A puffy sleeve that tapered down to a tighter fitting forearm on the women's evening dresses was called the leg of mutton sleeve. This style became very popular and is once again popular. The origin of this sleeve design actually comes from the women's evening dresses created back in Renaissance period, revisited in the 1930's and is used today in women's evening dresses fashion designs.

By Vlad Stivenson


If you have a passion for fashion and want to stay up on the latest styles than online dress up games are perfect for you. You can find a world of fashion fun right on your computer.

If you want to be part of our fashion obsessed society you need to know what the latest styles are. You are probably busy with work, your family and taking care of your home but you can still stay on top of the fashion trends and learn to dress in the latest styles. Fashion dress up games are a great way to see what the new trends are and experiment with them without spending a fortune on clothes you may not even like.

Fashion dress up games let you make over your favorite celebrities and see how you would do as a stylist. Have you always wanted to see Brittney in a long evening gown looking elegant? You can dress her like that with fashion dress up games. How about putting a stunning blue dress on the lovely Selma to show off her gorgeous figure? You can change the look of any celebrity and apply your own personal fashion sense to their style. The list of celebrities you can dress is a mile long so no matter who your favorite signer or actor you can find them at an online dress up game and give them a makeover all created by you.

Online dress up games let you explore your creative side and show your unique fashion sense. You can see the most stylish clothes available and dress up virtual dolls in them to see how they look. It is a lot cheaper than buying the clothes yourself and finding out they don't look good and you don't even have to leave your house to explore the world of fashion with online dress up games.

There are hundreds and hundreds of online dress up games online that can be located with a simple search for "dress up games". You can try a few different ones until you find the dress up game that appeals to you the most and that gives you the best outlet for your creativity. You are sure to find something perfect for you.

It is fun and easy to give a virtual doll a stylish makeover and it can give you ideas to use in the real world. You can have access to the latest styles with online dress up games. Let your fashion creativity out and play online dress up games.

By June Tanner


The hottest fashion trend to hit the runways is designer small dog dresses for our fashionista canine friends. Designer dog dresses are being created in diva dog haute couture for every season and every occasion. Fashion centers from all over the world have joined in on this trend by designing exquisite dog dresses made from only top quality human fabrics and trims. Designer dog dresses are especially popular with the elite of high fashion conscious dog owners.

Are these small dog designer dresses practical? Not even close! Are they an over indulgence? Of course they are! But what better fun than to over indulge you little doggie girl in the most adorable outfits that designers can imagine? Even though dressing your little dog in designer duds seems like an extravagance, there are many dog owners that will spare no expense for their pampered pups. It doesn't matter to dog owners who love their dogs, because they simply want the very best money can buy for their puppies, just as they would for their very own children.

I can't think of a better way to show off a pampered pooch than dressing her for every occasion in an exquisitely designed dog dress. It is just another way for a dog owner to enjoy the fun that comes with having their darling dog as a constant companion. Fortunately, for the fashion conscious consumer, even if you are not living in a high fashion city, you can find designer dog dresses are online.

Many dog owners these days, no longer think of their pets as pets. They think of their dogs as another child in the family, and often, the dog is the only child in the household. The fact is, many dog owners prefer the companionship of their dog over most humans. Because of this devotion to their pets, dog language and terminology is changing to accommodate these feelings in today's culture. We now have "dog spas" instead of dog groomers in the cities, and dog kennels in New York City are fast disappearing as they blossom into "dog day care centers" and "dog hotels".

It doesn't come as any big surprise to the millions of dollars being spent every year on designer small dog clothes in today's pet market. This business has become a huge success. These high fashion dresses range from the simple, yet classic designs of the "casual stroll in the park dress", to the elegance of "luxury formal dresses". Only the best, one-of-a-kind, custom made bridal gowns are also being created for the posh pooch with a high dollar tag attached. Dog bridal gowns may also be purchased online for prices that will fit any budget.

Dressing up dogs in designer dresses have become so popular, knock offs are being created in mass overseas to accommodate all of the pet store and discount store requests for dog dresses at more affordable prices. Dog dresses are created to fit all dog size ranges from the teacup size dog to the XX-large Great Dane size dog. The most popular sizes are for the small dog, however; the large dog sizes are fast beginning to catch on with increasing popularity. Don't think for a moment that this trend will be disappearing anytime soon, because it is won't. It is a growing industry that just keeps getting bigger and more popular as dog owners discover dressing their dogs in dog clothes is an accepted and fun practice.

Not only are humans becoming more and more responsive to the idea, but the dogs are too. I personally know several little dogs that adore getting dressed up for an outing. They realize when their clothes are getting changed; they are going out. They also know that along with going out for fresh air, they are going to get a massive amount of attention. Along with all the "o-o-h-s" and "a-a-h-s" is the ear scratching and head petting! When dogs wear dresses, everyone can tell they are pets who are pampered and adored.

It doesn't stop with designer dog dresses, either. Every imaginable accessory is being created to match these gorgeous dresses. For example, shoes (4 to a set), are being manufactured for every occasion and season. These shoes may be sneakers, elegant dress shoes, or winter fur lined boots, just to name a few. Coats of every color, fabric and style are tailored to accent the designer dresses. These may include raincoats, winter coats, mink coats, faux fur coats, glam and bling coats or fun trendy designer jackets. And jewelry (oh, yes, jewelry too!), is also a huge niche for the glam diva dogs.

Dressing your pampered pooch to the K-nines has never been as easy as it is right now. The dog clothing industry carries an extensive variety of dog dresses and clothes in every fashion style to suit any discerning dog owner's taste. Dog fashion accessories are available for every outfit in every style imaginable.

These high fashion dog clothes, accessories and jewelry are not often found in your local pet store and can usually only be found at an Internet store. Whether your style of clothing is high fashion designer couture or trendy Goth dog dresses, the designer dog dresses and accessories found at Diva Dog Dresses Boutique will have your small dog fashionista dressed in the latest high fashion look.

In addition to being made of the highest quality fabric, the dog dresses we have selected to showcase will fit every price range from designer, custom made dresses to the fabulous, yet reasonably priced, off the rack dog dress. Each item that we feature has been searched and hand selected in order to offer only the best from a variety of high fashion dog designer houses.

By Sheila Dicks

On what occasions do you wear casual clothes? For some it may be running errands, attending kids soccer games, parent/teacher meetings, going to the movies, the gym, watching sporting events or having lunch with friends, etc. It seems that, many women don't put as much energy into building a casual wardrobe as they do a professional wardrobe and are left with nothing to wear. Take time to build a casual wardrobe and you will always feel more put together and comfortable.

1. Choose your outfits in your best colors. Start with 3 colors that look great on you and build around those.

2. For workout clothes buy a sweat suit that suits you in color and shape. You will always look great leaving the gym and won't be too embarrassed to stop into a store to pick something up on the way home.

3. Jewelry should not be worn with a bathing suit; both perfume and jewelry should not be worn at the gym.

4. Jeans are a great casual item and look better if they are in good condition and are more slimming if they are in a darker color.

5. Women find it difficult to get jeans to fit well and often wear jeans that are not very flattering. To find the perfect jeans for your body type takes a little work, time and patience and you may have to try on a good number of pairs before you find the right fit. You can read my article on "Finding Jeans that Fit" here: http://www.sheilasfashionsense.com/jeans.htm

6. Stay away from tight fitting pants or jeans if you do no have slim thighs. A looser fit is much more slimming and flattering.

7. Match your accessories to the theme of your outfit. A casual outfit calls for casual accessories.

By Andrea Dilea


Dressing up can be fun for all women, no matter what size they are. Large women who wear plus size clothes are no exception. They can dress up for a variety of occasions, including business, casual or formal ones. An excellent way to do this is to to accent a slacks, skirt or dress outfit with a color-coordinated jacket, cut to enhance a person's individual figure.

The cut of a jacket is the first thing that plus size women must consider. They should stay away from short, boxy jackets. Choosing a longer jacket that just skims the hips will give them a taller, slimmer look. It's also good to select a jacket with shoulder pads as they will add to the style of the jacket while helping to balance out the overall look.

Suits with straight lines are ideal for plus size women who have a straight "up and down" physique. For this type of figure, look for a long jacket that has sharp lapels that isn't too fitted in the waist. Plus sized women with a curvy physique will find a shorter jacket with rounded lines, curved lapel and fitted waist flattering for their body. A clinched jacket will accentuate and minimize the stomach.

When choosing a jacket, be sure that it falls in the proper spot on your body that is most flattering for you. For example, larger busted women will want to avoid jackets with pockets located on the bust line. Simple cut jackets with a tapered waist are the most flattering for this body type.

Women who are plus sized with a large bottom and small top will find that a jacket that just skims the hips will be the best looking. Stay away from jackets that end right at the hips as they will call attention to an area you are trying to hide, not emphasize.

It's important for plus size women to achieve a look of proportion. While a long jacket can make a 5'6" woman look taller, it can overpower a 4'11" woman and make her look even shorter. The following tips can help you find the right length plus size jacket for you.

When choosing the length of a jacket hem be aware that the hem should not be at the widest part of your body. As an alternative, go for longer or shorter. When you choose a longer jacket, be sure to choose a more narrow pant or skirt. Your jacket or skirt should be about two thirds of the length of your overall look. Long jackets over knee length skirts and shorther jackets over longer shirts have the most flattering effect.

Scarves are a great accessory to add a personal touch to a plus size jacket. Use a long scarf to elongate your figure. Scarves also draw attention to your face and are a fun way to add a little interest to your outfit.

By Jack Wogan

The public school uniforms issue was launched a long time ago, in the 90's. Ever since there have been many debates on the pros and cons of wearing uniforms or adopting a more casual dressing code. Since that time, the trend to introduce uniform policies for public schools and not only has grown in popularity. However, there are many issues that make room for this concept of wearing a uniform.

Some educators say that school uniforms won't prove our children's capacity of learning or staying focused on the process of learning. But, to be true, there is no real advantage in improving the children's performance at school by enforcing them to wear these uniforms. According to some professionals, uniforms create a feeling of unity and sense of pride. This might be true if students are feeling comfortable with wearing uniforms. But when a boarding school decides that they should ask them about this. They should get the parents involved, get the students involved. Let them vote, have them pick out style in which majority rules, give the students a choice.

These professionals also say that this would be easy recognition of someone belonging to the school. Keep intruders off the school ground and keeping the attending students in plain view. Uniforms should eliminate 90% of the peer pressure among the students with need of keeping up with the latest trends which in time will save the parents some money on buying clothing. Moreover, on the one hand, the students will have no worries of being bullied for their clothing appearance, and, on the other hand, they will have less hassle in the morning trying to decide what to wear.

People promoting uniforms in schools think that this dress code sets the tone of the classroom as a serious place of learning. These uniforms could impose discipline for the students as they prove to be less distracted by the clothing that they wear.

Nevertheless, there are a lot of problems that particular dress codes arise. Uniforms take from the students freedom of self-expression and their individuality. Uniforms can be expensive and, moreover, they are expensive to replace. Not everyone looks good in the uniforms and problems could arise for the overweight students as they are not able to find the right size for them.

By John Meehan


A lot of fashion trends come and go but vintage classic clothing is always in style. Vintage is great because of the versatility. By using neutral colors it is hard to mismatch anything if you keep it simple and classic. We will take you through all the styles available and help you put it all together for the perfect vintage appeal.

Vintage Denim Jeans

- Jean Styles:

* Slim Boot Fit - lean through the top, flaring out at the knee. An updated look pulling the best of the 70's jeans fashion. Looks good with vintage western shirt.

* Flap Pocket Fit - low rise, fitted through the thigh opening to a slight flare at the knee. Hand-distressed with a worn-in look plus back flap pockets for added detail. Looks great with a vintage military style shirt.

* Straight Leg Fit - sits comfortably at the hip and fits straight through the leg and thigh. A classic fit from the 50's and 60's goes well with a vintage graphic tee.

* Relaxed Fit - a relaxed fit through the hip and thigh featuring a boot-cut leg opening. Perfect with a classic button-down or vintage western shirt.

Vintage Shirts

- Button-Down Styles:

* Military Shirts - inspired by vintage army shirts feature tabbed sleeves, shoulder flaps and front flap pockets. Goes with slim boot fit jeans.

* Western Shirts - a vintage essential featuring pearl snap buttons, detailed yoke stitching and unique patterns. Wear with slim boot fit jeans and vintage retro boots.

* Polo Shirts - classic fit and cotton fabric made this big in the 60's and 70's especially in the summer. Goes great with straight leg fit jeans and white sneakers.

* Raglan Baseball Shirt - popular in the 70's, a classic style featuring 3/4 sleeves, ringer collar and knit cotton. Looks great with straight leg or slim boot jeans and sneakers.

- Graphic Tee Shirt Styles:

* Rock Band Tee Shirts - Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, The Beatles & Woodstock graphic tees go great with relaxed fit jeans. Up your style with a blazer.

* Funny Saying Tee Shirts - a worn and faded look give a thrift store vintage feel to a past funny saying. Goes great with slim boot fit jeans and flip-flops.

* Graphic Art Tee Shirts - cool art designs give a subtle detail with jeans or with layers. Perfect with any type of jeans.

Accessories

- Sunglasses: add detail with vintage inspired aviators, thick-frame square glasses and polarized sunglasses.
- Socks: bold vintage argyle patterns can add some color to your outfit.
- Hats: fedoras, drivers and trucker caps can also help pull an outfit together.

By Rebecca Hughes


Fancy dress costumes are a lot of fun. Not just because you can be someone else for a night, but also because assembling them takes a lot of thinking and creativity, and it becomes a very enjoyable process, especially if you are planning it with some friends.

While you can buy numerous kinds of costumes from stores nowadays, but in this way you will not only be missing out on all the fun of putting together the stuff all by yourself but they will also cost you quite a bit of money. You can save your money, and have a lot of fun by making your own costume.

Let's say, you are going to a theme night as a witch. Well, you probably have all you need to be dressed up as a witch in your own house. To start with, you need to figure out the clothes first. For clothes, you need a long black cloak or a robe that is black in colour. If you have neither, you can take an old white sheet, dye it in black colour and simply use your thread and needle to make it look like a cloak.

For this, fold the sheet in half, and cut out a hole for your head to pass through. Once you have cut the head put it on, and ask a friend to put needles where you need to sew it to make the arm holes. Just sew a straight line from there till your waist. When you put it on, it will look slightly like a figure eight shape, but you have successfully made a cloak without spending money.

Next, you need a pointy hat. For this, take some black cardboard, and mould it into a top hat shape. Put staples in it to keep it in shape. You will also need black shoes, and a broom as your own personal conveyance.

The most important part of a witch's fancy dress is to make sure you get the makeup right. You have to look very scary and very ugly, as that is how witches look. So, just take your makeup and get creative. Don't forget to put on a wart and a very dark lipstick.

In just one day, and with almost no money, you can transform your house supplies into a fancy dress costume for a witch. It is not difficult and certainly not expensive to do all this, and you will actually end up having fun trying to figure out how to get everything right without making a large mess.

Theme nights can be a lot of fun with costumes where everyone tries to look more authentic than the other. It is great to have some sort of a prize at the end of the party for the best costume, especially if people have worked to make the costumes themselves and have not bought them. With just a little bit of creativity, you can make your costume the best of the night.

By Jack Wogan


Whether you want to have your hen party in the holiday season or you just plan a Christmas-themed hen party for your last night with the girls, there is for sure a wide range of holiday costumes to choose from. If you don't fancy a snowman or reindeer costume and neither a Santa Claus for that matter, what about some elf costumes that might fit better your playful mood tonight?

It wouldn't be the first time when the joyous holiday spirit takes a spicy twist: it's enough to see those innumerable hot dresses that elves are invited to wear and are in such a high demand. If sexy waitresses are too plain for you, you can go for an elf dress with an apron to match. Even if no tips are to be accommodated by your large pocket, you need one, nevertheless, in your 'humble' occupation as a helper of Santa Claus with all those heavy goodies that are expected from you these days.

Why to invite some male strippers, when you and your girlfriends can have all the show for yourselves, looking as sexy (and private) as you want tonight? You, the future bride, can wear a mini dress of green velvet with naked shoulders to match the smoothness of the fabric with the smoothness of your skin. A rope belt, with golden keys, if you choose so, would not only accentuate your helping office, but wonderfully set off your waist. Hot, isn't it?

As regards your girlfriends, there are spicy versions for them, too, such as green stretch velvet mini dresses trimmed with fur matched to green and white stockings. The same attention to their waist will be paid by their belts with golden buckles. Or, if red velvet seems to suit them better and differentiate them from you - who are the central 'piece' tonight -, they may have red stretch velvet dresses, which come with a green apron with a large pocket for the presents.

And you don't have to worry that music will be missing at your party: all these costumes are completed by the classic hats with jingle bells to announce people you are around. What can look as mysterious as velvet and what is as overtly mocking that mystery as naked skin left visible by mini dresses? This contrast would take care that you have all the sexiness you want at your party of singles.

By Anca Ninon


Don't be dull when it comes to fashion, even if you have a few extra kilograms. First of all, you should face the reality, be at peace with what and how you are and find some ways to hide what you have to hide, emphasizing what the others need to see and what is advantageous for you.

The principle is simple: if you feel good about yourself, if you wear things that make you feel better, you will definitely show it. What you need to do is to show confidence and you will definitely conquer the world. Let's begin.

You should wear outfits made of two pieces because they are comfortable and they fit all silhouettes. Whether you prefer a skirt and a jacket or pants and a vest, you have to obey a few rules: the vest or the jacket has to be comfortable, to be straight tailored and it should be a bit longer, so that it covers your hips.

Choose long and thin jackets featuring one or two buttons. Avoid the puffy sleeves and choose the models with straight sleeves. The skirt has to be straight or conical and long and when it comes to pants, these should be straight, too and very comfortable.

Always close your jacket because this suggests the continuity with the skirt or pants. Wear high heels and cut shoes because they make your legs nicer. Choose uni fabrics and avoid any kind of big prints. You can choose striped fabrics as long as the stripes are vertical. Choose neutral colours such as grey, black or dark green.

Last but not least, you can combine these suits with coloured tops or wear your jacket with a bra only. Be fashionable even if you have a few extra kilograms.

By Martin Mallett


Dressing little ones is a very difficult task for most parents. It's not only the physical act of dressing your young one but also the fact that what you think looks good on them may not be necessarily be true to your little ones or other people.

Comfort is also one thing to consider. The little ones are very active people and their clothes should not get in the way because doing so will restrict their imagination and learning. So how can you exactly dress your little ones properly? Here are a few tips.

1. Playtime.

Comfort is the key. Think loose clothing like shirts and shorts. Toddler clothes should be functional and fun, in bright colors and preferably cotton material. In the fall and winter, dress them in warm clothes but keep it as comfortable as you can. For the older little ones, comfort is still important but they are now capable of choosing t-shirt prints and colors. When you shop for clothes, make sure you bring them along. The little ones don't like to try out clothes but having them choose the color and design will make it easier for them to wear the clothes they themselves pick out.

2. School.

As with playtime, school clothes should also be very comfortable. Stock on scarves and jackets for your little ones. It's best to go with jackets that are a little bigger because they grow up fast and will grow out of one in a matter of months. Boys are low-maintenance and can look good in just basic t-shirts and jeans . For the young girls, pants and skirts are staples and choose those with garter belts so they can use them longer.

Accessories for girls, even at a young age are a must so you can have your young girl wearing silver necklaces in colored crystal pendants. It's actually very inexpensive to have a signature accessory with just a necklace by buying for her different pendants like cameos, lockets and silver pendants. Backpacks are also a necessity and purchase the top-of-the-line ones because these are sturdier and will last them the whole year and even the next.

3. Special Events.

This would include birthdays, family parties, Christmas gatherings and so on. Your young little ones would look like little angels in pressed polo shirts and cute little dresses. Your little boy would look dashing in a miniature version of a suit. Your young girl would look pretty in pastel dress with a pearl necklace to match. Remember though to keep it simple and as fuss-free as you can.

By Jan Gamm


Holiday shopping can be as thrilling as the vacation itself, provided you have the confidence that you are looking in all the right places for all the right things.

Sometimes, though, the reality is that you do not know what to buy, how to accessorise your purchases for the climate you are going to, and how to look the part, especially in a formal atmosphere such as on board cruise ships or at ultra expensive hotels.

Much of the time you will probably spend your holiday in casual wear, enjoying the sunshine (or the snow, as the case may be) and having a wonderful, relaxing break. It is so much easier to enjoy yourself, however, if your wardrobe is ready to go and appropriate to whatever you want to do.

For cruise wear, the stress may be removed instantaneously by consulting one of those great dress services that are springing up all over the world. You hire however many outfits you want for the formal occasions you are required to attend, take their advice about the accessories that match and then pick them up, all professionally packed just before your departure date. You return them when you get back, and collect your deposit when the items have been cleaned. Yippee, what could be simpler?

The problems begin when you skip all that and try to shop for formal gowns yourself. Always supposing you find a gown to fit, in a colour you love and that flatters your figure, you then go through hell trying to find shoes and handbags to match, for each and every dress you are taking with you.

Despair sets in quickly and your excitement at going on the holiday of your dreams fades away, to be replaced by disillusionment and 'I wish I had never started this.' Far better to consult an expert on matters of style and colour and leave the problems behind you. They also source formal wear for men as well as ladies.

The problem of cost is always something to consider. Even the wealthiest client begrudges spending huge amounts on an item which may only be worn once and then assigned to moth balls. Spend the money on souvenirs, and trust the professionals to provide your cruise wear next time.

By Nikki LeRoi


When you think of layering clothes, you normally think about keeping warm for the winter. Well, you can also layer clothes for your spring and summer looks as well. Layering clothes can really increase your fashion style for spring and summer. Layering is also a great way to give those basic pieces in your closet a whole new fresh look. Follow this easy guide that shows you how to do it from the first piece to the last.

Basic Piece: Pencil Skirt (colors: red, black or white)

Layering Piece #1: Cotton T-Shirt (colors: red, black, white or dark blue)

Layering Piece #2: Vertical Striped Jersey Top

Layering Piece #3: Cotton Jersey Tunic (colors: two tone neutrals or solid neutral)

Layering Piece #4: Tailored Leather Jacket (colors: brown or black)

Layering Piece #5: Pumps (colors: brown, black or red)

Layering Piece #6: Leather Handbag (colors: white, brown or red)

=> Basic Piece: Straight Leg Black Pants

Layering Piece #1: V-Neck Black T-shirt

Layering Piece #2: White Ruffled Tank Top

Layering Piece #3: Gray Menswear Vest

Layering Piece #4: Long Black Blazer

Layering Piece #5: Open Toe Black Platform Shoes

Layering Piece #6: Chunky Black Bangles

Layering Piece #7: Black Leather Handbag

Basic Piece: Pleated Cotton Skirt

Layering Piece #1: Cotton Corset Top or Similar Strapless Top

Layering Piece #2: Frilly Sleeveless White Blouse with a Long V-Neck

Layering Piece #3: Trench Coat (colors: brown, light blue, yellow)

Layering Piece #4: Neutral Color Pumps

=> Basic Piece: Tailored Knee-Length Shorts (colors: charcoal gray or black)

Layering Piece #1: Black and White Checked Shirt

Layering Piece #2: Short Waist Red Cardigan

Layering Piece #3: Light Blue Sweater Vest

Layering Piece #4: Light Charcoal Gray Tailored Coat

Layering Piece #5: Strappy Sandals with Heels

Layering Piece #6: Neutral Canvas Bag

Layering Piece #7: Chunky Necklace

By Emily McCormick


Every woman deserves to feel beautiful in a dress; but not every woman looks like a runway model. Whether you have short legs, curvy hips, a straight waist, a flat chest or whatever your body type may be, the guidelines below can help you determine what your body type is and how to find the most flattering, stylish clothing for your body.

The "hourglass" body type: beautifully curvy. You have broad shoulders and/or a voluptuous chest, a smaller waist and gorgeous full hips.

o Style icon: Marilyn Monroe
o Style tips: Look for pieces that accentuate your curves and have a fitted waist. Fitted
o Clothing, Strait skirts and belted waists are best for you.

The "apple" body type: lovely limbs. You have thinner legs and arms, accompanied by fullness through the ribs and stomach.

o Style icon: Catherine Zeta-Jones
o Style tips: Look for clothing that accentuates your legs and arms.
o Clothing Loose-fitting waists, empire waists, short sleeves and knee-length skirts are best for you.

The "pear" body type: wonderous waist. You have a thin waist, narrow ribs and shoulders, with full, womanly hips.

o Style icon: Beyonce
o Style tips: Look for clothing with wide collars and details around the bust to balance your lower body.
o Clothing: A-line skirts, flared skirts, fitted waists and belts worn at waistline are best for you.

The "pencil" body type: wonderfully willowy. You are thin, with a straight waist and narrow shoulders and hips.

o Style icon: Audrey Hepburn
o Style tips: Look for clothing with detail at the bust and hips.
o Clothing: Puff sleeves, full skirts, ruching at hips and belts at waist give the appearance of a curvier figure.

The "womanly" body type: ultra feminine. You have a fullness through your core, arms and legs.

o Style icon: Queen Latifah
o Style tips: Look for clothing that draws attention to your face and elongates your silhouette.
o Clothing: Vertical stripes, collars and details at the neck, dark colors, flared skirts and well-fitted clothing are best for you.

The "athletic" body type: fantastically fit. You have broad shoulders, muscular legs and arms, and a flat stomach.

o Style icon: Venus Williams
o Style tips: Look for fitted clothing and clothing that drapes well over muscular figures.
o Clothing: Fabrics with stretch, knee length skirts and feminine details like puff sleeves and ruffles are best for you.

Being 'short' or 'tall' doesn't determine your body type (e.g. you could be short and "curvy" or tall and "pear") but you should approach your wardrobe differently. Here are a few tips in how to dress for your height.

If you are short: you are perfectly petite. You are smaller than the average woman.

o Style icon: Natalie Wood
o Style tips: Look for clothing that lengthens your silhouette.
o Clothing: Vertical stripes, solid colors, fitted clothing and empire waists are best for you.

If you are tall: you are superbly statuesque. You are taller than the average woman.

o Style icon: Katherine Hepburn
o Style tips: Look for clothing with belts or ties at the waist to break up silhouette.
o Clothing: Your height is complimented with patterns and feminine details such as ruffles and sashes.

By Tanya Jain

A noted philosopher and politician Aristotle once said, women are the best creatures of god.

And for 'you' creatures that are bold, beautiful, gracious and smart, wrapping and carrying yourself is of utmost importance. According to the varying shape and size or body shape and colors, etc, here are few wrapping and carrying tips i.e. Fashion Tips For Women.

But before jumping into those tips to make you smarter, beautiful and bold definitely you would like to know What is Fashion for Women, especially if you are a bit extra cautious about your looks and appearance.

Fashion For Women

Women are directly linked with fashion. It would be right to say that the word fashion is synonyms to woman. It is something more than wearing clothing. If you are an urban beauty, the fashion trend and style should go well and that too in advance with you. Few of the factors that define your fashion statement are body frame, skin tone, level of comfort and personal attitude.

So beautiful ladies, come on, lets have a feel according to your body frame, skin tone and after all your level of comfort.

Body Frame- Are you a plump women, if yes, try avoiding sleeveless cuts. Choose dark color clothing rather than lighter shades. Or prefer over a range of dull colors like dull blue or dirty blue. If you wear small prints and vertical line prints, you will look slimmer. If you have extra pounds in you, avoid kota sarees and cotton sarees and stick to Chiffon and Georgette Sarees.

Choose beige and fawn colors, if you have a medium structure. In case of blouses, try on nets as these are of great help in disguising physical flaws.

Thin women, cheer up, you will look gorgeous in all the color ranges. All the colors and shades will suits on you. You also can try on sleeveless, deep cuts and strapped blouses.

Skin Tone- If you have fair complexion, gold with a blend of copper will make you cool. If you are a medium / wheatish colored, prefer mix shades of white, beige and bronzy golden. If you have dark skin, prefer to wrap yourself in golden copper shades.

Personal Attitude and Level of comfort- Your attitude and level of comfort is very important along with your appearance and clothing sense. If you want to maintain a cosmopolitan outlook but do not feel very much comfortable with western wear, try Indo Western style. A blend of Indo Western style should add an extra charm to your personality. A boat necked saree with a squared necked blouse is definitely for a shy and introvert women. Bold 'n' beautiful should choose from sleeveless, deep-necked blouses and may be straps.

So no matter what is your body frame and skin tone or how bold is your personality, fashion is for you, LADIES.

By Shivangi Mehra


Accessories are considered one of the greatest assets of a woman. Women look beautiful and complete when she wears fashionable clothes and accessories. Today, market is full of fashion accessories. You can easily find designer wears and accessories from a local store. Also, you can do shopping from an online fashion store. At one store, you can find accessories which are matched well with your personality. There are many stores which have branded outfits and accessories at a very good range, you do not need to compromise on quality and durability of the accessory. You have many options if you are not satisfied with one store you can easily move to the other.

Popular Fashion Accessories

Jewelry

It is all-time favorite accessory of fashionable women. There are several varieties of gold, silver, platinum and other types of metals present in the online and local fashion jewelry house. But if you are shopping for gold and platinum jewelries then make sure that the shopping store has good reputation in the market and has better quality jewelry. To know the purity of gold it is good to know the karat of gold. Some gold jewelry houses are selling 10 karat gold jewelry which is considered very low in quality. The 14 karat gold jewelries are good. Do not buy 24 karat jewelries as these jewelry items are easily bent. If you are planning to buy a ring then try to buy platinum or white gold ring which is studded with diamonds. It will bring smile on the face of your fiance.

Handbags

Handbags are very popular accessory of women and teenage girls. Women love to carry designer handbags but are very expensive. That is why numbers of women like to buy replica handbags. These handbags are very cheap and are copycat of designer handbags. It is very hard to make difference between the real and the fake one.

Shoes or Boots

Look of a woman is never complete without a pair of good sandals. It is very necessary to make combination between clothes and shoes in order to find remarkable look. To get good combination you can do shopping from an online fashion store. From an online store you can find perfect combination that is well matched to your persona.