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How to Have Loads of Fun with Dress-up Games

Thursday, November 19th, 2009

After all, they are way more advanced then plastic baby dolls. Anyway, here are the fun tips:
- Instead of opting for a fashion magazine – which, in many cases, presents highly unaffordable clothes – take a peak in these girls’ wardrobes! Not sure if lines are in and if dots are out? Did you hear rumors about yellow being the next hit color, but you still doubt it? These dolls can help you out! They can show you the latest trends, they can help you shop and get original ideas.
- It would be fun to see what men think about how a woman should dress. They have to admit it: when it comes to shopping and fashion, most of them say ‘pass’. And this shows! A fun idea is to ask your boyfriend dress up these virtual girls. If all he places on the girl’s figure is a pair of high heeled sandals, the tinniest miniskirt you have ever seen and a minuscule tight top, then you get the picture. Or perhaps he will prove to be quite good at it and at least manage to match colors.
- You can find plenty of games that give you the chance to dress up like you always wished, but never could. Maybe your dear parents never let you bleach your hair blonde or wear leather pants with spikes well, here is your chance to experiment with the things you like! But even more, you could dress for the red carpet, in glamorous dresses or, why not, you could dress up a bridal doll, with the perfect wedding dress, vale, wedding shoes and the whole package!
- Dress-up games can also be played by multiple players, did you know that? How? Well, take your friend, select one of the games and give each other different dress-up tasks, such as: the best outfit to visit grandma, the most suitable look for girl’s night out, for a first date, for a job interview or for a pajama party! Can you manage to get just the right look for such occasions? Hey, but don’t stop just here: make a contest called “the worst dressed” or the “worst match” – now that’s a challenge!
These dress-up games sure sound like loads of fun, don’t they? And we are not sure they were actually originally destined to the little ones. After all, in some cases, we are dealing with extravagant outfits and vanguard fashion – not the kind the youngest ones like or understand. But besides these highly fashionable dolls that look like they are in their late teens or 20′s, there are some dolls that actually look like little girls and who obviously own baby-doll dresses with frills and bows. Let’s reserve them for the little girls and let’s have fun with the other fashion icon dolls!

Ladies – Dress for Success for Your Job Interview. Let Your Clothes Sell You

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

If you are attending for a job interview then you will want to ensure that you give yourself the best chance of success.  You’ll certainly have brushed up on any questions you may be asked about your experience and qualifications for the job. 

 

However if your qualifications and abilities are the same as the next applicant it will be your appearance that can tip the balance in your favour.   This article will offer you helpful guidelines to ensure that your appearance will work for you at that all important job interview.

 

You only have one chance at making a first impression, so your first impression needs to be entirely favourable.

 

General dress styleYou need to be sensitive to the job role for which you are applying.  For example should you be applying for the role of personal assistant to a managing director you need to tailor your appearance to exude an air of efficiency and smartness.  However if you are applying to an independent record company that promotes hip-hop and garage music your dress style should be entirely different.

 

So do your homework – know what sort of dress style will typify the indurecty for which you are applying and copy it.  However one very useful tip is to avoid extremes – don’t outdress the interviewer!  Imagine applying to a female office manager – if your outfit looks a million dollars and she is wearing standard work clothes, your chances are slim right from the outset.  You should always aim for neatness but neutrality. Shoes for your interviewMany interviewers look at the interviewee’s shoes before anything else and will judge accordingly – so your shoes must be clean.  Don’t go for stilettos with ultra high heels – aim for your outfit to be neat but not dramatic.

 

Ladies – what outerwear should you select for your job interviewMany organisations commonly dress down and jeans and casual wear is acceptable on a day-to-day basis.  However you are trying to ensure that your first impression is better than those competing for the same job so as a general guide look to wear a neat combination of blouse and skirt.   If you are plus size then stick to darker colors and away from vibrant large patterns – you are not auditioning to be a set of sixties floral curtains!  Stripes will work and be flattering if they are vertical – steer clear of horizontal stripes

 

Tights or stockingsApparently sales of pantyhose and stockings has been dropping over the past few years as more women choose not to have their legs covered.  If you do wear a skirt for your job interview as recommended then it is essential to wear nylon stockings or pantyhose.  Pantyhose or stockings will finish your outfit and flatter your legs as well, hiding any blemishes and giving an ‘artificial tan’ to pale legs.  Keep the look restrained – neutral to dark shades, and avoid vibrant colors or patterns.

 

Choosing lingerie for your job interviewNo, this is not a joke, lingerie can make a difference.  If you feel your underwear fits well, and looks good (even though you’re the only one to know), then you will behave more confidently.

 

OuterwearAs already mentioned, you will need to decide on an appropriate outfit in relation to the type of job for which you are.  Aim for simple elegance; you do not want to appear sloppy to a prospective employer.  However it is not a good move to make your interviewer feel you are significantly better dressed than they are!  A smart suit, ideally with a skirt and not pants.  Yes we are in the twenty first century, but some employers are old-fashioned!  If you don’t like the advice, ask yourself how badly you really want the job?  If wearing a skirt gives you a fractional edge over another interviewee then it will have been worth the effort.

 

PerfumeI’d recommend minimal perfume.  A scent which you may like might be overpowering to someone else if they happen to have a really keen sense of smell, and some people are actually allergic to certain perfumes and smells.  Less is certainly more in this instance.

 

NailsClean nails are of course essential, and natural varnish or a restrained color is your best bet.  There are very few occupations where the possession of long talons will either impress or be an asset; they can result in the wrong keys being hit on keyboards, and in a health care environment for example they can even be a health hazard. Short and neat is best.

 

Body language at an interviewBody language is very powerful, and you can these tricks to get the interviewer on your side without them even being aware of it. 

 

A firm handshake, whilst looking the interviewer in the eye with a natural confident smile will instantly put you ahead of the pack.

 

Subtly mirror the posture of your interviewer and they will instantly warm to you…and not be aware why!  On the other hand sitting with arms tightly folder is a very contained, shy posture and will give off the wrong signals.

 

Finally, make sure you’ve done your homework on the company before you attend.  Asking one or two intelligent questions that shows that you have an awareness of the business always creates a good impression.

 

Good luck with your interview!

 

Debbie Mendoza is from upstate New York, and now lives in the UK. She has always been interested in fifties fashions and started off as a collector. She runs two lingerie websites
Sleek ‘n Chic Vintage Lingerie & Stockings
, specialising in vintage lingerie from the forties to the sixties, and
Frilz and Lace Panties & Lingerie
which supplies beautiful panties and modern lingerie at sensible prices.
Her leisure interests include reading, theatre, cinema and keeping fit.
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How Real Women Can Dress Sexy For Clubbing – 7 Tips

Monday, November 16th, 2009

Not all women have a slim figure (like the self-confessed vain-glorious me) but everybody has the right to party! You may not have the stick-thin model look, but sexiness is all about attitude. Here are few tips to real women who want to look fabulous when they hit the club!
1. Go with the right stiletto
Choose the right trendy heels you’d be comfortable wearing all throughout the night. Never try too hard wearing 4-inch heels. Some women choose very annoyingly high heels and they complain about suffering from sore feet. How can you dance the night away if your shoes won’t permit you? But flats are not appropriate for clubbing, so go for something in between.
2. Don’t compromise comfort for style
You may be doning the hottest piece of dress, but if you look awkwardly uncomfortable in them, you’d end up being “Miss Pathetic of the Night”. If you borrowed it from a friend, make sure it fits you.
Moreover, secure your undies in place. At parties, it’s really disgusting to see girls who keeps on fixing their bra straps while dancing. Choose a strapless bra instead but if you’re afraid that they will fall off, wear a clear bra strap. Do not ever consider wearing nipple covers or nippits when you don’t have perky breasts.
3. Sexy not Slutty!
Sexy does not imply that you have to bare it all and not leave something to the imagination. When wearing a top which shows your most coveted cleavage, don’t pair it with something which almost displays your undies. Going out in a piece of clothing which is see-through all over is not highly recommended. Also, if you are not a Playboy cover girl, avoid the whore-style ultra-fitted black leather pants.
4. Highlight your best feature (and cover in disguise what you don’t like)
Yes, if you have it, flaunt it. If you have nice pair of legs, wear something that will draw attention to them. Note: Highlight only one feature at a time. If you emphasize everything, the looker will be so confused.
For heavy girls, wear something darker to create an illusion of a smaller body. Don’t wear something tight, it will emphasize your curves at the wrong places. Know your body type and dress according to it.
5. Keep yourself updated with the trends
I don’t advise that we worship the trends and make those beauty magazines your bible, but at least be up-to-date. Do not wear a dress which will make you look like you just stepped out from another era. (Tip: Stop borrowing you Mom’s clothes, unless she’s a fashion guru).
6. Play with accessories
Accessorize but do not be too happy wearing your accessories all at once. Bring attention to one key accessory and be more subtle on the others. If you choose to focus on the must-have necklace. Stay simple on the bracelets, scarf etc. Try to stay sophisticated and classy. Your hand bag and shoes does not have to be of the same color.
7. Don’t be afraid to experiment and show your own style
It’s better to be a trendsetter than just copying other people’s style. Be unique. When you are at a club, expect that 101% of the girls there exerted an effort to pull the look they have tonight. Don’t let yourself be one of the unknown faces in the crowd. Add spice to the common style and stand out.
When you go out with your girls, you do not have to be a copycat of each other. Your get-up does not have to be coordinated with your friends’ style. Don’t go out like you are some kind of a Pussy Cat dolls or Spice girls about to perform.

Do you have a petite figure? A style consultant offers advice on how to dress to impress

Saturday, November 14th, 2009

As a style consultant, I know that scale is a combination of height and bone structure and may be petite, average or large.  Your body scale will determine the size of patterns, the weight of fabrics and how much texture you can wear, as well as the size of your accessories.  Petite figures are generally under 1.6m with small facial features, fine fingers and often have a shoe size under 37.  This is actually one of the hardest body shapes to dress to impress.

In dressing a petite figure your three main aims are firstly to wear clothes that don’t swamp you, secondly to never to wear anything that cuts your body in half and thirdly to always try to draw attention away from your lower body and towards your face.

Neat fitting clothes with clean and uncluttered lines are ideal and a monochromatic head to toe look is excellent for creating the illusion of height.  Everything you wear, from clothes to accessories like belts and handbags must be in proportion to your small frame or you will look overpowered.  Accessories like scarves and earrings are a brilliant way to draw attention to your face and always having a neat hairstyle and fresh make-up will also draw the eye upwards.

Always look to buy fine to medium-weight fabrics with little texture since this can create too much bulk, particularly if you are layering.  Go for shorter length fitted jackets and high-waisted trousers – again to lengthen the leg.  Vertical stripes help to give a longer line and a taller appearance.  Necklines shaped in a V are especially flattering on petites because the V-shape draws the eye up and gives the illusion of a longer neck.   The wrap dress is a good way to wear a V-neck.

With regard to shoes, it is a misconception that shorter people need to wear very high heels.  Any heel over three inches will make a petite woman look like someone who is trying to be taller.  Medium height heels work best since they are in better proportion to your frame as well as being more comfortable.  Generally your shoes and hosiery should be a similar colour.  If, for example, you are wearing a blue suit you should pair this with a nude shade of tights and fairly neutral shoes to create a long-legged illusion.   Another way to make your legs look longer is, within reason, to show as much leg as possible.  Straight skirts and dresses that end at your knee or slightly above are the most flattering lengths for a petite frame.

Wherever possible, smaller framed people should avoid any large accessories and prints as well as oversized t-shirts, frills and horizontal stripes, all of which will create the wrong effect.  Although colour blocking is good, if you wish to wear two colours try to ensure that the brighter colour is used on the top one third of your frame otherwise you will not look correctly balanced.

For more advice about your scale and how to dress to impress, contact a style consultant.

Caroline Husbands is a senior style consultant with Colour Me Beautiful, Europe’s leading image consultancy. Services include colour analysis. Caroline also offers advice on how to dress to impress.
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DIVERSE Samantha LE Womens Leather Knee High Dress Boots Shoes Heels Black

Monday, November 9th, 2009

DIVERSE Samantha LE Womens Leather Knee High Dress Boots Shoes Heels Black

The Samantha boot is a sassy and sophisticated style from Diverse. These dressy boots are knee high, with classy 4″ stiletto heel is perfect shoe to wear to and after work. Leather and manmade uppers feature a fun striped contrasting toe and back seam. Full zip in back for easy on/off. The shaft measures 10 1/2″ high and the circumference is 13 1/4″. Style # CCW051-001. Black.

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Chinese Laundry Women’s Mystic High Heel Dress Shoe

Friday, November 6th, 2009

Chinese Laundry Women's Mystic High Heel Dress Shoe

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Dressing up? For totally glam style, pair Chinese Laundry’s Mystic sandal with any outfit. It features a satiny fabric with a pretty floral pattern and slim straps with flashy rhinestone buckles.

The barely-there style of a stunning, social slide Satin upper with jeweled buckles Cushioned footbed Rubber sole 2-5/8″ heel

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Pictures Fashion Advice! What Shoes To Pair With A Bubble Dress?

Thursday, October 22nd, 2009

For prom I’m pulling together an edgy, punk look with my boyfriend.
(think teen vogue)
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That’s pretty much the look I have so far. I just need the shoes!
I have this black bubble dress:
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But I can’t find any cute shoes to go with it.
Tell me what kind of style of shoe would best go with it?
I want them to be black, and I was hoping to find a studded heel, but all of them are much to pricey for lil old me.
Know any good stores or websites with cute formal shoes?
Help me out please!

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