So you’ve found the perfect pants—they fit just right in the waist, sit just right on the hips, and aren’t too clingy around the thighs—all set, right? Almost. Many women don’t realize (or forget or flat-out ignore) the fact that, for that perfect fit, pants and jeans need to be the right length, as well. Complicating matters further, this means […]
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Brighten Up For Spring In Yellow
Even if Frank Sinatra says differently (ahem, orange), yellow is often psychologically considered the happiest color, creating feelings of warmth and cheer. If you’re ready to shed those winter blahs in favor of a brighter outlook, consider adding a shot or two of this sunny shade to your wardrobe for an instant pick-me-up. Helpful Hint: Since yellow can be difficult […]
Opposites Attract: How to Pair Tight and Loose Clothing
If the idea of wearing a head-to-toe, skin-tight outfit gives you pause, it should. You’d better have been hitting the gym pretty hard if you think you’re ready to attempt a look like that. But that doesn’t mean head-to-toe loose and baggy is the way to go. Often, drapey, billowy clothing can add visual weight. The key? Go for a […]
Find Your Favorite Clothes When They’re No Longer In Stores
What do you do when your favorite style of jeans is no longer available in stores and the pair you own has a hole or has just become too worn out to be presentable? Lifehacker has a great tip for what to search for online. They recommend searching sites like eBay using the brand name and the style number printed on […]
Leave Your Heels on for Pictures
As much as you might want to—don’t kick off your heels! It’s no secret that a pair of pumps have the power to make you taller and make your legs look longer—but did you know they can also help you photograph better, even if your feet aren’t in the picture? Models and celebrities often ask for a pair of heels […]
How To Find White Jeans With a Flawless Fit
This warm-weather staple is also one of the trickiest to pull off, but with a few easy pointers, we promise you can do it. 1. Shop for your shape, don’t get caught up in denim trends. If you’re blessed with long slender legs, go for those skinnies! If you’re a little heavier in the hips, boot-cut or flared jeans will […]
Running Shoes vs. Cross-Trainers: Which Do You Need?
If you’re in the market for new athletic shoes here’s how to tell whether you should be buying straight running shoes or if you’d be better off with cross-trainers. Opt for running shoes if: You plan to walk or jog 95 percent of the time. (And choose running shoes over “walking” shoes because they are built to last longer and fit […]
Sparkly Spring Flats
Put your best foot forward in one of spring’s sparkling cocktail flats. With bright metal accents, glitter, and sequins, they are the perfect combination of dressy and comfortable, and play just as nicely with denim for day as they do with an LBD in the evening.
