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Underneath it All – Underwear Do’s and Don’ts
Thursday, February 18th, 2010
Now that you know the general purpose for and types of undergarments available to women here are some tips for always looking your best with the help of foundation garments.
Tip 1: Proper fit is as important with undergarments as with the clothing that goes over them, especially those designed for shaping or support. Too loose undergarments are ineffective; too tight leads to unwanted and unflattering bulges.
Tip 2: Select the proper undergarment hue for the clothing you are wearing. Wearing dark colored or white undergarments under lightweight and light colored fabrics can mean the undergarments are clearly visible. For most ethnicities and skin tones, beige is the preferred hue, becoming invisible beneath many of the sheerest fabric types. BUT for women of African descent who have especially dark skin tones, black undergarments are called for.
Tip 3: Select lightweight undergarments to accompany lightweight clothing. Wearing a heavily padded or textured lace brassiere under a silk blouse can mean that the bra becomes visible under the blouse. Select smooth finishes and textures in foundation garments under lightweight or finely-textured fabrics.
Tip 4: Select the proper underwear for the garment you are wearing. Wearing low-rise jeans and thong underwear is so uncouth, as are revealed bra straps.
Tip 5: Undergarments can be very sexy garments in their own right, but know the difference between underwear and lingerie. Underwear generally has a function in the outfit, while lingerie’s function is primarily fashion. Save the matching bra and panty sets for the appropriate setting.
Additional Dos and Don’ts
Do
Get measured for a bra at least twice per year by a professional bra fitter
Wash your bras in lukewarm water, using a gentle soap like baby detergent, Ivory Snow, or even baby shampoo
Never, ever, ever place your bras in the dryer
Wait at least 1 week after your period before trying and purchasing new bras
Always try on bras before purchasing them you will not wear the same-sized bra in every bra
Rotate your bras every day to extend the life of the bra
Focus on fit rather than fashion when looking for everyday bras
If you’ve got love handles, always buy briefs (not bikinis) with light stomach support
For health reasons, make sure your underwear has a cotton crotch
Wash unpacked panties before wearing them (people DO try on the undergarments before purchasing)
Don’t
Wear white pants with bright-colored panties
Wear too-tight panties
Wear too-tight bra
Show visible panty-line
Show more rolls (of flesh) than a Thanksgiving dinner (try a body-shaper)
Wear form-fitting top with heavily detailed bra (you can see bra imprint through top)
Wear slip longer than dress or skirt
Wear tube top with no bra. You could just refrain from tube tops altogether.
Click link for parts one and two of this series.
Tags: body shapers, bras, fashion, image consulting
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Video – MAC Spring Colour Trend 2010 – Plum Pickings
Thursday, February 11th, 2010
Expect lots of plum pickings in the upcoming months as plum is forecast to be one of Spring’s it colors. Plum denotes naughty, wicked, striking and delicious. Another word associated with plum? Profitable. Hopefully this means an economic turnaround awaits us in the second half of 2010.
Try pairing a cool plum with coral.
Or, pair a warm plum with mauve and burgundy for some deliciously naughty plum passion.
Tags: Choosing the right colors, Color Trends, fashion, image consulting, Style, Video
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Video – MAC Spring Colour Trend 2010 – Carnal Coral
Sunday, February 7th, 2010
Color Trend 2010 – Coral Spring Fling from The Colour Gurl on Vimeo.
Coral is a another trending color for Spring 2010 and I am ecstatic! It’s such a lovely color for warms, especially orange coral. I first noticed splashes of coral sunshine teasing the clothing racks last July and August. Today, you’ll find orange, red and purple coral gracing fashion pages, occupying precious cosmetic counter real estate and hanging from retail clothing racks everywhere.
Mix coral’s warmth with browns, greens and yellows. For an unexpected but pleasant surprise, consider mixing coral with purple; amazing on people with cool undertones.
Oh, and one other piece of information. Coral represents intimacy. So if that special person drops by with a bouquet of coral roses, you might view it as a modern day booty call.
See all the color trends for 2010.
Tags: Choosing the right colors, color analysis, Color Trends, fashion, image consulting, Style, style consulting, trends, Video
Posted in Color / Colour Analysis, Personal | 5 Comments »
Video – The Charming Tory Burch
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
In fashion, scale is the first cousin to proportion and should dictate ones choice of clothing construction, accessories and jewelry. For example, take this adorable charm bracelet from designer Tory Burch. It is perfect for a petite dynamo or any woman with small scaled body features. The dainty charms symbolize love, peace and prosperity, each empowering in its own right. But I am most impressed with the fact that 100% of the proceeds received from each purchase goes to the Tory Burch Foundation. Under Ms. Burch’s direction, the Tory Burch Foundation helps women access financial tools which improve their lives. Charming indeed!
Tags: fashion, How to Accessorize an Outfit, petite fashion tips, Style, Tory Burch Foundation, Video
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