2. With a whole new year upon us, many will be
thinking about how to revamp their wardrobe or
look throughout 2014. But with so many bits of
advice floating around the Internet, it can be
hard to figure out what tips to focus on. Should
you follow the trends or define your own sense
of style? Is mending your clothes necessary or
should you look to a tailor for help?
3. Know Thy Body: Know your measurements before you
shop. Not only will it cut down the time you spend
trying on clothes, it will help you choose outfits that
fit your body perfectly. Among the most important
body parts to measure are your bust, chest, hips and
waist. Source:iVillage.com
Don't Go Too Tight Or Too Loose: Dressing for your
size doesn't just mean nixing clothes that are too
tight from your wardrobe. It also means you shouldn't
wear clothes that are too baggy. Both will make you
look frumpy.
4. Make Sure You Can Walk In Them: There are some
occasions we'd sacrifice comfort for fashion. After
all, four inch heels guarantee that legs-for-miles look.
But if it looks better than it actually feels on your
foot, you probably won't wear it. Don't waste your
money (or endure the pain). Source:The Fashion Spot
Peek-A-Boo Isn't Cute: Button down blouses are
intended to do one thing and one thing alone — stay
buttoned down. It looks sloppy if we can see what lies
beneath your shirt.
5. Be A Lone Wolf: Shop solo. You'll be able to concentrate
more on hunting down exactly what you're looking for.
You'll save a lot of time while you're at it too.
Source:In Style
Remove Lint: A lint roller is a must-have (cat lovers, you
know what we're talking about). Give your outfit a few
quick swipes before heading out the door (don't
forget your back and behind your legs) to catch any
unwanted hair and dust on your clothing.
6. The Power Of Peplum: Worried about your waist or
hips? Try peplum for an instant slimming effect. It
flatters every figure and does wonders at hiding
unsightly bulge.
Try On Three Sizes, Not One: Shoe sizes vary among
designers and brands. Start by trying on your usual
shoe size, then try on one pair that's a half-size
smaller and a second pair that's a half-size larger.
When in doubt, buy the shoes that are a half-size
larger. Source:The Fashion Spot
7. Know Your Colours: Know which colours will flatter you the most by
figuring out if the undertones in your skin are either warm or
cold. The experts at The Fashion Spot say women with cool
undertones look best in white, black, gray, silver, and shades of
blue. Women with warm undertones will be dazzling in shades of
yellow, gold, brown, green and red. Source: The Fashion Spot
Organize Your Closet: Organize your closet. This way you'll be
able to see what you own (and actually wear it). Separate your
clothes by garment. Figure out what what can be folded neatly
and what needs to be hanged. Make sure you get the right
hangers for shirts, skirts and pants. Use storage shelves to
store your purses and intimates and buy a shoe rack. For more
detailed instructions on how to tackle this task, check out what
our friends at Lucky Magazine have to say. Source: Lucky
Magazine
8. Double-Sided Tape Is A Dream Come True: Keep plunging
necklines in place and prevent any fashion mishaps with
this godsend. We double-swear by double-sided tape.
Invest In A Quality Iron: A quality iron is an absolute
must to ensure you don't damage your clothes. Get one
with a range of settings that can conquer even the
toughest wrinkles, but gentle enough to iron over
delicate fabrics. Because there are so many irons out
there, the folks at Real Simple have made it easier for
you to decide on one that will meet your needs.
9. Work Out Stylishly: Come on, let's be serious, the gym can
be an intimidating place with so many buff, sweaty bods.
We'd be lying if we didn't say we never wore mascara
before lacing up. But hitting the gym shouldn't make you
fret. It should make you feel good. Getting some trendy
workout clothes that fit your body will make you feel more
confident and encourage you to break a sweat.
Organize Your Jewelry: Store all your jewelry in a jewelry
box. You're less likely to lose them when they have a home.
Not only will they be easier to find in one handy location,
you'll remember what you already own so you don't buy
pieces you don't need. Your jewelry will also last much
longer when it's protected.