Posts Tagged ‘How to Dress Your Body Type’
(Video) Actress Taraji P. Henson Bares All for PETA
Friday, January 28th, 2011
Actress Taraji P. Henson Bares All for PETA
I’ve been getting tons of hit and run website visits this week from people searching the keywords “Taraji P. Henson”. You see, this Oscar nominated actress just happens to be a Hollywood “style watch” favorite of mine and often featured on this blog. But, visitors weren’t dropping by with hopes of seeing what Taraji wore to the last Who’s Who function. Nope. They wanted to see what she wasn’t wearing.
The beautiful 40-year-old actress is the latest celebrity to pose nude for PETA’s “I’d Rather Go Naked Than Wear Fur” campaign. Hear what inspired Henson to doff her duds for the cause.
WARNING: THE VIDEO IS GRAPHIC:
Tags: Celebrity Fashion, How to Dress Your Body Type, image consulting, Personal Image Consulting, Style, Video
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Michelle Obama Style – Total Win for Chinese President’s U.S. Visit
Saturday, January 22nd, 2011
FLOTUS Michelle Obama looking stunning!
Regardless of what Designer Oscar de la Renta thinks — discussed in detail below — first Lady Michelle Obama flexed her style muscle this week. During Chinese President Hu Jintao’s U.S. visit, Mrs. Obama gave us two very different but equally stunning head-to-toe looks, with flawless hair and makeup to match.
Day Look
Serbian-born designer Roksanda Ilincic created Mrs. Obama’s day look, a navy-blue dress embellished with gunmetal and silver latticework-and-roses embroidery and matching top-coat. Completing the look, FLOTUS wore over-the-knee black suede boots, adding just the right amount of pop with red patent leather gloves.
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 19: U.S. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama arrive to greet Chinese President Hu Jintao prior to a State dinner at the White House January 19, 2011 in Washington, DC. Obama and Hu met in the Oval Office earlier in the day. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)
Red patent leather gloves give that special "pop of color" Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images)
Evening Look
For the White House State dinner, Mrs. Obama wore an Alexander McQueen sleeveless, petal-print silk organza gown. Created by Sarah Burton who succeeded McQueen following his death, the off-one-shoulder frock, done in a warm red – a color which symbolizes happiness and prosperity in Chinese culture – featured an asymmetrical neckline and a full skirt that complimented the First Lady’s silhouette. To complete the look, First Lady O wore a fringed shawl and sported an elegant updo hairstyle, perfect for displaying her one-of-a-kind black geode and ruby Kimberly McDonald earrings.
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 19: U.S. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama arrive to greet Chinese President Hu Jintao prior to a State dinner at the White House January 19, 2011 in Washington, DC. Obama and Hu met in the Oval Office earlier in the day. (Photo by Win McNamee/Getty Images)
U.S. President Barack Obama looking at First Lady Michelle Obama as if she's going to be dessert after this State dinner. (Photo credit SAUL LOEB/AFP/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 19: U.S. President Barack Obama (R) shakes hands with Chinese President Hu Jintao (C) as first lady Michelle Obama looks on as they pose for the official photo at the Grand Staircase of the White House January 19, 2011 in Washington, DC. Obama is hosting a state dinner for Hu this evening. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
Fashion Notables in the House
Anna Wintour, editor-in-chief of American Vogue magazine, attended the State dinner, accompanied by her companion Shelby Bryan. The two made a striking and imposingly good looking couple.
Fashion designer Vera Wang also appeared with her husband, successful businessman Arthur Becker. And speaking of Vera Wang, some fashion critiques felt a celebration for a Chinese president, with a further focus on promoting American-Chinese trade, warranted attire spotlighting the creativity of China or an American designer with a familial Chinese connection Fashion designer Oscar de la Renta publicly criticized the FLOTUS’ choice to wear two British-based designers. de la Renta told WWD “My understanding is that the visit was to promote American-Chinese trade – American products in China and Chinese products in America. Why do you wear European clothes?” de la Renta has dressed every First Lady in the past 30 years except Mrs. Obama.
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 19: Anna Wintour (R), editor-in-chief of American Vogue magazine, and Shelby Bryan (L) arrive at the White House for a state dinner 19, 2011 in Washington, DC. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama are hosting resident Hu Jintao for a state dinner during his visit to the United States. (Photo by Brendan Smialowski/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 19: Fashion designer Vera Wang and Arthur Becker arrive at the White House for a state dinner 19, 2011 in Washington, DC. President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama are hosting resident Hu Jintao for a state dinner during his visit to the United States. (Photo by Brendan Smialowski/Getty Images)
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9 Tips To Developing a Solid Professional Wardrobe on a Budget
Friday, January 14th, 2011
Budget may not be a fashionable word, but with the state of the economy, it’s certainly a trend. Trend or not, your apparel should never scream sale. Professional women, particularly those working in the financial and legal industries, need clothes that articulate success. Wearing well-fitted, quality attire speaks volumes to current, and more importantly, future clients about your ability to handle their affairs. Unfortunately, quality clothes and alteration costs are not cheap. So what’s a girl to do when she’s working with limited funds? We’ve furnished nine excellent tips certain to give your wardrobe a million dollar look without breaking the bank.
1. Browse Boutiques. Shop Major Stores
Boutiques carry cute, unique and cutting edge pieces. Just the same, there’s a reason most conceal their price tags. Turn to boutiques to launch ideas, but shop the look at the bigger retail chains. Department stores experience high merchandise turnovers. In most cases, merchandise remaining after six weeks get marked down, allowing you to find great deals that can be worn right away. Boutique sale items usually include out of season or out of vogue pieces.
2. Sign up for eBates and Receive Cash Back
Although eBates began doing business in 1998, it’s still not widely used. eBates, the pioneer and leader of online cash back shopping, rewards “big fat checks” or direct deposits to your PayPal account, quarterly for clicking to a website through theirs. By signing up – membership is always free – and clicking through to any of the 1200 plus eBates links to shop, you receive up to 25% cash back. Additionally, the website offers hundred of cut-rate coupons which can be layered, meaning huge savings and cash back.
3. Sign up for eBay Cash Back
Like eBates, four time a year, eBay Bucks Rewards Program members receive 2% back in eBay Bucks for eBay purchases. Members have 30 days to redeem their Bucks on eBay and must buy from Sellers who accept PayPal.
4. Combine eBates and eBay to Save Big
Shop eBay through eBates and get paid twice!
5. Shop Online Sample Sales
If you truly have champagne taste but a wine budget, online sample sales are the way to go. Websites like Gilt Groupe, Beyond the Rack, and Rue La La, provide “invitation-only” access to highly coveted products at up to 70% off retail. Sales last for a limited time and feature many of the world’s most sought-after designers.
6. Break Out Those Old Gift Cards
You know those unwanted gift cards stashed in your dresser drawer? Why not turn that stash into cold, hard cash? Sites like PlasticJungle.com and Swapagift.com make it possible. Take the money you receive and treat yourself a new LBD; compliments of Home Depot. Return rates vary, but depend on getting at least 60% of the original card value.
7. Keep Your Receipt
You’re happy with your recent clothing purchase and 100% certain it’s a keeper. Great! But don’t get rid of that receipt yet. Holding on to the receipt could bring you a price adjustment if your purchase goes on sale. Check the store’s website or call the store a week or two after making your purchase to inquire about possible markdowns. Most stores are willing to make the adjustment within 14 days, provided you have your receipt.
8. Cultivate a Relationship with a Salesperson
Most sales reps work on commission and work hard to build a client book. Agree to add your name to her book if she agrees to set aside a high-ticket item the moment it gets marked down.
9. Hire an Image Consultant
There’s no savings in buying clothing that you never wear. Not only can a certified image consultant instruct you how to view clothing differently, but she will teach you how to compliment your physical attributes, improve your dressing skills, and enhance your skin with the right color shades of clothing based on your shape, age, height and lifestyle. Think of all the money you can save by purchasing apparel that you will love and more importantly, wear.
Tags: Choosing the right colors, corporate image consulting, How to Dress Your Body Type, Personal Image Consulting, petite fashion tips, Style, style consulting
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Video – Keep, Tweak or Delete – Forever 21 Giveaway
Friday, October 22nd, 2010
I recently rediscovered Forever 21. Given the fact that at this stage of my life, I’ve seen the age 21 twice, and that my past experiences were not very favorable, I had my reservations. But several Twitter Tweeps informed me that the store’s clothes work well for “skinny” petites (my words, not theirs), so I decided, “why not?”.
I sat out to Great Lakes Crossing Shopping Outlet, located in Auburn Hills, Michigan, wearing my best incognito gear. The Forever 21 at this outlet is massive! All of their specialty lines including: Heritage 1981; Twelve by Twelve; Love 21; Faith21; 21Men; and the kids line, are placed under one roof. I found some absolutely darling, inexpensive staple pieces and a few things that were right on trend. My biggest surprise was not being the oldest shopper in the store. In fact, one painfully trendy woman, wearing 3.5″ peep-toed booties, ultra low-rise jeggins, a faux fur vest, and rocking sassy red, precision cut hair, clearly looked a few years over 75. She certainly didn’t appear to “feel” out of place although, I must admit, she did receive a ton of puzzling “WTF” looks. But I digress.
In any event, check out my recently posted vlog on Vimeo or YouTube highlighting some of my key finds. I’ve opened myself up to constructive criticism, so let me know what you think. I must confess, however, that the camera really does put 10 lbs on you. There’s no way my a$$ is that big! No effing way!
Post a comment and become a YouTube subscriber if you’re not already, to enter the Forever 21 Giveaway. I’m giving away two $25 gift cards, which, as I learned, can get you something fairly nice.
Can’t wait to hear your responses!
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Keep, Tweak or Delete – Forever 21 Gift Card Giveaway from The Colour Gurl on Vimeo.
Tags: How to Dress Your Body Type, image consulting, petite fashion tips, Video giveaways
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Video – Part Two – Everyone Can Use a Good Image Consultant; Including The Professional
Monday, July 5th, 2010
Sure I’m a professional image consultant, but that doesn’t mean I can’t benefit from the help of one. In the second of this two-part video, again, I am asking you to be my personal wardrobe consultant. Take a mini-journey through my closet and decide if I should keep, tweak or delete the selected items.
Check out Part 1 for the beginning of this series.
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Tags: age-appropriate, color analysis, How to Dress Your Body Type, image consulting, petite fashion tips, Video, wearing the right underwear
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