1. Do own one timeless dress. 2. Don’t think layering is just for winter; this fashion key is hip all year long. 3. Don’t ever wear anything that could pass for country curtains or a bedspread. 4. Do find the impressive array of colorful, textured, and classy bags at http://www.dillards.com. Pictured at upper left, Antonio Melani “Louise” Shopper, [...]
Truth be told, no two women are exactly alike. We don’t look alike, sound alike, act alike, or share the same fashion sense. Because of this wonderful fact, I decided to do a search for some unique fashions that can be categorized for different style and body types. Just remember, it’s okay to cross over into someone else’s category. You just might find you are more versatile than you thought you were.
1. Do invest in a great, leather briefcase if you are a businesswoman. The one pictured is pricey but will definitely make an impression. Pratesi Cimabue Women’s Double Gusset Italian Briefcase, available at http://www.paulasleather.com, $375. I want it for myself!
1. Do add a little glitz to your usual work clothes; beaded skirt or cardigan, sequined scarf, or a rhinestone belt will do the trick. (Photo of Embellished Cardigan; available at Spiegel.com, $119).
2. Do buy an orange or hot pink purse to add a punch of color to any outfit.
1. Do create a new trend amongst your peers. Just be confident and own it whatever “it” is!
2. Don’t over dress for your child’s baseball game. There are plenty ways to look good without heels and jewelry.
1. Do get measured for a custom fit. Some department stores have a free alteration service.
2. Do look for this season’s “Boyfriend” jacket. Longer and boxier, this trend gives a nice contrast to a frilly blouse.
1. Do make sure you know the difference between business, casual, and evening attire. The book, Style Clinic: How to Look Fabulous All the Time, at Any Age, for Any Occasion, by Paula Reed is a great resource.
1. Do use hair gel or a product like Aquage’s Transforming Paste to get a sexy, piecey look (available at salons $16) .
1. Do be sexy without being too revealing.
2. Don’t think you have to only wear women’s cologne; give these men’s scents a try (Calvin Klein Euphoria Men eau de toilette ($65, at Macys.com, Sean John I Am King eau de toilette$74 at, Macys.com, Gucci by Gucci Pour Homme eau de toilette spray$70 at Saks.com).
1. Don’t think that athletic apparel has to be boring and frumpy. Take a look at these lines of sexy, fun work out duds: Margarita, Bella Mia, Stella McCartney for Adidas, and Kimsbodywear.com.
1. Do try a new hairstyle…go ahead chop it all off; short is hot, hot, hot!
2. Do shop at my new favorite store called Papaya…it’s inexpensive, too.
1. Do explore fun, temporary hair changes like, Jessica Simpson’s Hairuwear clip-in extensions. Hairuwear.com/Jessica
2. Don’t underestimate the power of a smile!
