Sunday, October 31, 2010

5 Ways for Men to Dress Slimmer

Larger guys can easily give the impression of being much thinner than they are, simply by wearing certain clothes.

And the Jacamo large mens clothing range has plenty of items to choose from that will result in a genuinely slimming effect.


  Here are 5 tips to help you choose the right Jacamo plus size mens clothing.


1.       Stripes


There is a golden rule with wearing stripes... Horizontal: No. Vertical: Yes.


Vertical stripes will make your silhouette look longer and slimmer.


Horizontal stripes, however, will have the opposite effect and make anyone look larger than they are...


2.       Jackets


A single-breasted jacket will make you look far slimmer than a double-breasted one; this is because people’s eyes will automatically focus on the centre point.


Also, try to avoid jackets or blazers that are double-vented as this will draw unnecessary attention to your bottom!


3.       Sizes


NEVER try and squeeze into a size that is too small!


Wearing clothing that is overly tight will look terrible and you will feel very self-conscious.


4.       Belts


Belts are a very important accessory!


You should always wear one as it will hold your waistline and ensure that your trousers hang correctly!


5.       Colours


Wearing contrasting colours will immediately draw attention to the joins between your clothes, i.e. your stomach... 


Stick to shades that are more similar to one another.





Wednesday, October 27, 2010

longer is better

At first thought, long skirts might seem kind of matronly but this season's long skirts are anything but.
These floor length skirts from ALC have a hip sort of bohemian feel to them. What do you think of long skirts?

Saturday, October 23, 2010

trick or treat

Every year the night of Halloween I'm usually pulling things out of my closet in a desperate attempt to create some kind of costume.  I love how Planet Blue took the concept of making your own costumes using what you already have and put a creative spin on the idea. The "Where's Waldo" one is adorable!

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

The Proper Haircut for Little Girls








Children try to imitate adults in many ways, especially in hairstyles. Trying to find a nice haircut to suit a child's age with a modern twist is all in your hairstylist hands and knowledge.

A good hairstylist knows how to pin point the right cut and style for the child and without making them look 10 years older. In these modern times children hairstyles and haircuts can vary from long to short, from curly to straight and in color. Though some parents may think highlighting a child's hair is fabulous, it really isn't. A child is a child and we should try to keep them that way and as innocent as we can. Color and lighteners can hurt and ruin a child's hair and possibly scare them for life...so be care full with that decision.
The little girl in the photo is my youngest grand-daughter. She had a Birthday party to go to and she wanted to wear her new Summer dress with her new sandals which she embellished her self with balloons...it was quite lovely.





These were the sandals she embellished.

She color coordinated her entire outfit for that day and she asked me if I could do something with her straight bob haircut. I was trilled to give her a new look making her feel special and pretty. She said she wanted her hair to be feathered, so with the magic of my curling iron and a bit of hair spray that was the result. The smile on her face when she saw her hair in the mirror was "PRICELESS!" She was so happy and she said to me ... "Nana I look so pretty."


Those words gave my heart a burst of love that radiated all over my body. Sometimes a little curling iron, some hot sponge rollers or a flat iron can achieve a smile in your child's face.


Styles do vary in many children but the most popular styles for your little girls are often modernized from hairstyles from past. Dorothy Hamill made the "Wedge cut" a popular style in the 80's & 90's for anyone to wear. But for some reason this cute pixie cut with a little volume of hair on the crown down to the occipital area made it special. Today this hair cut has been revamped into a slight layered version called the "Rag top" accented with volumed highlighting and chunky strips to fit these modern times.


Many of you remember Toni Tennell haircut (From the Captain & Tennell show). This round haircut, cut around the face with volume and thickness on the lower back has been modernized to the "BOB.". This revamped haircut can be worn from short to long and the most popular one is the shoulder length Bob. Either way it is a great "timeless" haircut that can be worn by our young children up to their golden years.


While choosing a nice modern look for your little girl, keep in mind some very important factors:


1. Is it easy to care for?


2. Can the child care for it herself?


3. Is it maintenance free?


4. Is it appropriate for her age?


5. And does she like it?


If these 5 questions have the yes rating by you and your hairstylist, then you have given your child a great cut. Keeping them happy is loving them unconditionally.


Next week I will post good haircuts for boys and 5 tips to achieve that great cut.


Until then Stay looking good!



Monday, October 18, 2010

fringe benefits



I've been getting bored with my hair lately and really want a change! Cutting bangs  could be just the thing I need to freshen up my look for fall.  Which of these 3 ladies hair styles would you choose?

Sunday, October 17, 2010

new nasty gal

I love looking at the Nasty Gal website from time to time because they do such a great job of styling their pieces.  Plus, most things are really affordable (under $100.)

Thursday, October 14, 2010

in the park




Here are a few pics from last weekend, which happened to be a really lazy couple of days....ah so nice.  I even got a coconut popsicle from the ice-cream truck, which made me feel like a kid again.

(first 2 pics: What Comes Around Goes Around top, Rich & Skinny jeans, Chloe wedges)

Sunday, October 10, 2010

How to Wear Mens Trainers....Properly!

At one time, mens trainers would only be worn in the gym, but not anymore. Everyone is fully aware of how

comfortable this type of footwear is and trainers are now seen wherever we go. But of course, it isn’t just

about comfort... if you are going to wear a pair of trainers, then you will want them to look good as well. Here

are a few bits of advice to help you to get it right and to avoid an unpleasant run-in with the Fashion Police...




Classics are Good!

Classic mens trainers will go with just about any type of clothing, so they are always a very safe choice.



A basic, single-coloured design, such as the Converse lace-up, will look great with oodles of different

garments; right from jeans or Chinos to pressed or tailor-made trousers.



Watch Out For ‘Hybrids’!!!

In sci-fi movies, alien/human hybrids should normally be avoided at all costs. They are ugly, horrid and intent

on taking us all over! Well, it is pretty much the same situation in the world of footwear; except perhaps, that

hybrid trainers are not normally intent on world domination...



Seriously though, clunky genetically modified cross-bred mens trainers really aren’t cool. In fact, they will

often look downright geeky. It is advisable to completely avoid this type of footwear.



‘(Don’t) Sock it to me Baby!’

Visible Socks + Mens Trainers = Uber Bad Move. If you do need to wear socks with your trainers, then invest in a pair of low-cut ones. This will mean that your feet will remain comfortable and sweat-free without causing any insult to the more ‘style conscious’.



After all, some of us have principles...



‘Roll Up! Roll Up!’

If (and only if) you can wear your mens trainers without any offensive socks on show, then you will be able to

take your image a step further (excuse the pun)...



Try donning a pair of cropped trousers (or rolling up the bottoms of your jeans) to draw greater attention to

your trendy pumps! By creating a hem that reveals a small amount of ankle, you will give a tailored silhouette

to your trainers, making them stand out (sorry, another pun) even more!



Shelling Out on the Wrong Clothes...

In the world of stylish footwear, there is only one other crime that is equally heinous to having visible socks...

and this is wearing your mens trainers with a shell-suit. You may find it amusing to think of someone dressed

in this manner, but it really isn’t a laughing matter. Shell-suits were the thing to wear with a pair of trainers at

one time (as unbelievable as this may seem), but thankfully we have now moved on.



If you are ever unfortunate enough to have a brush with anyone wearing this ridiculous type of outfit, then it

can have a genuinely detrimental effect on your day. So always choose your clothes wisely and try to have a

little respect for other people!

ten ten ten

Hot pink lips
Hedi Slimane photography
Kate Moss in fur
Long skirts and sweaters
Art Deco jewelry  (Lanvin)

 utilitarian satchel (Marc Jacobs)



Velvet cape jacket by Alexander Wang
Braids, braids and more braids!




bike riding in style
 Anything red
In honor of it being 10/10/10 (I have a weird obsession with chronology and I bet there are a lot of weddings going on today) I decided to come up with 10 things I'm really into right now. What are some things you can't get enough of right now?

Saturday, October 9, 2010

Tuesday, October 5, 2010

sheer genius


This girl in Paris is totally pulling off the see-through dress. Her messy hair, utilitarian ankle boots and oversized sunglasses give the trend an edgy look.  I find sheer clothing intriguing but it's difficult to not make it look trashy.   Do you think this style is a hit or miss?

Monday, October 4, 2010

the anorak


I'm not gonna lie, I'm kind of happy it's raining today (not only because it's a free carwash) but because I can finally bust out my army green anorak jacket I bought at Urban Outfitters over the summer.  Not only are these classic jackets perfect for keeping dry but they give any outfit a cool edge. 

Man Fashion: Trendy Mens Winter Coats Report

There’s just something about cold weather and a well-made coat that makes a man look sexy. We are sure you know the reason why  the right coat gives a man bulk – which makes him look powerful on a subconscious level.



We never write about winter coat in the past, not that we can recall. But we do receive some e-mails on this and we thoughts is best we share some of our thoughts with our readers here. As with all fashion, however, there are Do’s and Don’ts when it comes to winter coat fashions, we will not going to touch on this as we believe there are some bloggers given a very good advices. But our rule of thumb is go for true and natural, but there are men who can get away with something out of the ordinary.



Today we’re going to take a look at our 3 favorite styles of mens winter coats.





Classic Navy Pea Coat / Reefer Jacket



This is our favorite, started from Europe, or to be precise, European sailors and this are very well received in both Europe and US now. You can find them with affordable price range. Most fashion designers have their series of pea coats. We still stick to Armani, which make a lovely nice cut with superior material.





Beside, wool, you might find similar designs with leather or suede. In our opinion, we have seen all kinds of men wear pea coats on the street, but we yet to see any silly on anyone. Businessmen or students, this jacket really goes well with any style from jeans to dress slacks, boots to oxfords.



Go for what color? the best colors choices are black, navy and charcoal. But you can go for red if you really find this match you well. :)



Traditional Sheepskin / Shearling



We are sure some of you might have one of this. Very common in US. We find them look good on everyone, be it student or yuppies. They usually come in natural or chocolate, and both look fantastic, especially when they come to the mid-thigh.



The only drawback, this shearling jacket is really warm, and so we suggest you only wear this when it's really cold weather out there.



Leather Bomber Jacket



WOW!! another favorite, we're sure Tom Cruise in Top Gun had some influence on our fashion sense, do you agree? Originally created for pilots, which eventually became part of popular culture and apparel. These always come in several styles, such as A-1, G-1 and G-2. If you ask us, we always find G-2 is the smarter choice!





They come in a variety of colors, but what our recommendation? Yes, black or very dark brown. Try to avoid a bomber that has too much elastic at the waist and arms. I think they look best without, as you can recalled from Top Gun movie. But we think the elastic probably serves some purpose for a true pilot but we are talking about fashion here, so this elastic will only minus point rather than add fashion sense to us.



So that’s our winter coat advice. In short, we always find most mens winter coats look goods on you as long as they are simple and of good quality material.

Sunday, October 3, 2010

party dress

 

I've been watching the new HBO series, Boardwalk Empire and can't stop admiring all the 1920s clothing.  How perfect would this Anna Sui sequin and tulle dress be for a party?  Soooo pretty!