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July 8, 2011 by Leave a Comment

All medications have side-effects; some just happen to be more severe than others. For instance, a common side-effect of prescription medication is weight gain or water retention. This can be frustrating for people who were once thin and can no longer wear the clothing and styles they have come accustomed to. Luckily, there are plenty of fashion designers who are aware of this problem and have designed clothes that flatter rounded figures.

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One thing you have to remember when you are taking medication that has this side-effect is not to let your appearance damage your self-esteem. You are not gaining weight because of laziness or anything that is your fault. Just be happy that the medication is treating the problem. You can have a fashion sense no matter what size you are.

Fashion has made some great strides in the plus size departments. You can find outfits that flatter any body type or size. Sure, you won’t be able to wear those skinny jeans, and other types of styles that are designed for the thin, but you can still look fashionable and pretty.

Weight gain that comes as a result of medication is often in the form of water retention. A lot of the time this is seen in the legs. You can hide this problem by wearing straight leg pants instead of the form-fitting ones you’ve been used to. If you have weight gain around you middle, you can wear thicker material to hide the rolls.

It takes a little more effort to look good when you are overweight, but it is possible.

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Popular Fashion Careers

May 14, 2011 by Leave a Comment
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Securing a future in fashion is one of the best career moves that you will ever make. There are endless possibilities when it comes to the fashion industry, and your imagination is truly the limit. Here are some of the most popular fashion careers that will always have a place in the industry.

One of the most lucrative fashion careers that you can have is in illustration. After all, someone will always have to design and draw out the latest trends! The best part about pursuing a degree as a fashion illustrator is that you can do it through an online college. There is no reason to quit your day job to realize your dream. In addition to illustration, you can also pursue a career as a writer so that you can help write your own ad campaigns. Being able to successfully market a new fashion trend will always find you new work, regardless of the state of the economy.

Aside from the technical aspect of fashion, there will always be a need for a photographer, and of course models. If you decide to pursue a career in photography, you’ll also be able to secure jobs in other industries as well. A good photographer is very hard to find. As such, you will open up many professional opportunities for yourself. As a fashion model, you will have access to all of the latest trends before they even go public – and you’ll have the dream job that almost every little girl wishes for!

 

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It’s Time for the Old Clothes to Go

May 1, 2011 by Leave a Comment
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While women typically have the reputation of hoarding a closet full of clothes and shoes, everyone knows that men are not exempt. Some might keep things hidden away so no one knows just how much they have stashed in there, while others may be more open about their appreciation of clothing. However, at some point it becomes critical for a man to get in there and clean out some of the old things that he just doesn’t wear anymore.

Motivation and bargaining are key here. For example, if you give up the physical education shirt that you have been hanging onto since high school even though it doesn’t fit, you should replace it with something else. If you like LRG Clothing, for each piece that you give up, you can purchase a brand name piece to replace it. The benefit here is that old things that you don’t wear are replaced with brand name, stylish clothing that you will enjoy wearing.

While it may be tough to get rid of some of the sentimental items, imagine the benefits of looking into a closet with new clothing that you know is going to look good. And hey, this isn’t just about you. The woman in your life will appreciate the change too. No matter how long you have been together, a woman wants to feel like she is important and worth impressing. Imagine the smile that she will have on her face if you plan to take her out on a date wearing a new shirt and new jeans. Men, cleaning out your closet is a win-win situation for everyone.

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National Dress Up Your Pet Day – Fashion for Your Pet

March 12, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Most fashion lovers enjoy extending their fashion knowhow to others. Whether it is to one’s family or friends, giving fashion-related advice can be enjoyable. But what about one’s pets?

Apart from the last day of October on Halloween, there is National Dress Up Your Pet Day. Taking place on January 14th, National Dress Up Your Pet Day is a great way to give your pet some style. After all, who doesn’t enjoy dogs and cats in pet costumes?

Deciding how you should dress up your pet is half the fun. There are plenty of options when it comes to costumes and “regular” pet clothes. Whether your dog should be Darth Vader or sport a fashionable sweater is up to you.

Of course the other fun part is buying pet costumes. If you have difficulties deciding on which outfit to buy, you could mix it up and get a few options that are still usable at other times. Consider what would work best with your dog or cat, bringing out the fashionable style options to go with your pet.

When you buy pet costumes it is made much easier when you purchase them online. The Internet often will give you many more options than you will find in a physical store. This is perhaps the greatest advantage of buying costumes online. You can also get great deals, quickly search for what you need, and enjoy shopping from the comfort of your home.

Take advantage of National Dress Up Your Pet Day, which comes on January 14th. Along with Halloween, this is the time for your pet to sport his or her best costume. Using the Internet to purchase costumes and clothes, you can easily add to your pet’s wardrobe and give him or her style that is needed. Your pet doesn’t have to be without style in his or her life.

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What men love and hate about women’s fashion…

March 9, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Some men hate what women wear, but they won’t tell them in fear of hurting their feelings, but there are some thing men love about the way a women dresses. Here are some things that men hate and some they love, first on the list are the huge sunglasses. Some men think that women look like a bug with them on their face, and they are less likely to approach a woman with them on, so they might not be the best thing to wear when looking for a man to date. The next thing men say they hate is the Ugg boot, yes girls they are comfortable and some are really stylish but the guys just don’t like them, because most women wear uggs with sleep pants or the ever popular sweat pants. The third and final thing men really hate about women’s fashion is the Empire waist top, which was at some point called the “Pregnancy Top” because there tighter in the breast area and flare out, which can give the impression that you might be pregnant but aren’t or make you look like you have a bigger belly then you do, most men if not all men do not find these shirts at all attractive. Now on to some things that men love to see women wear, Dresses are number one in what men like, but they don’t like any dress. Men don’t like the dress too tight, to lose or to bushy and makes her look fat. They love the dress that shows off the right amount of legs and shows off what curve the woman might have. Most men love a woman that wear a leather jacket, they like the jacket to be a little form fitted but free of studs they want them to look sexy not over the top. The last thing that men really love for women to wear are yoga pants, yoga pants aren’t just for yoga, they make a women bum look amazing if worn correctly. Just a little insight to what men like and don’t like.

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Choosing Clothes for Your First Date

March 8, 2011 by Leave a Comment

For some people the first date can be filled with a number of anxieties. While there will likely be a measure of anxiety involved, approaching your first date attire can be done in a simple manner. Keep these tips in mind as you look for that killer first date outfit for the dating world.

The important thing to keep in mind is what you’re doing on the first date. If he is planning the date, ask him what the plans will be if he hasn’t shared them with you yet. You will need to judge how casual or formal it may be, keeping some room for the possible change of plans.

Of course, a reasonable percentage of first dates are somewhat casual. The old dinner and a movie combination is always popular, or perhaps you may be strolling through a zoo or park. Jeans and a nice blouse would be appropriate for both examples (comfortable shoes and a sweater perhaps for the latter one). Of course, always keep in mind the weather, too.

If it’s a little bit more formal, you might need that little black dress. This is a great, classic option for a formal dinner and dancing. Feel free to look through your closet for something that is suited to the occasion. Don’t forget that you could always call the location – such as the nice restaurant – to get a feel for the dress code.

In many situations you will need to improvise. Don’t get too caught up in the little things in dressing for a first date. Bring that extra sweater if it might be cold and focus on having fun.

With some thought on your outfit, dating can be fun and worry free. This is something to spend some time thinking about, but don’t let it worry you too much or detract from the real point in having a good time with your date.

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where do you fit into the trends?

March 7, 2011 by Leave a Comment

The latest fashion trend change from season to season, wheat you wear in the summer, you probably wouldn’t wear in the winter. Fashion can sometimes be a little bizarre at times, but everyone has their own way or wearing clothes. Some of the biggest fashion trends right now are hyper colors, lace, and 70’s glamour, hyper color is just another way of say very vibrant colors like lime green, yellow and orange. 70’s glamour has always been a huge fashion trend, and always knows how to make a comeback. Biker clothing is also really popular these days, which mean you will see a lot of people wearing black and buckles, leather and chaps and heavy boots. Punk fashion is continuing to take strides in the fashion world, it was big in 2010 and will remain through 2011, punk clothing is wearing studs, heavy boots, and safety pins and also includes leather and ripped stocking. Crocheted clothing made a huge impact of the fashion world, homemade clothing like sweater, shawls, and scarves. Everyone has their own style, not everyone is the same, which is what make this world great is that everyone has a right to choose what they wear and what style they want. Fashion is one of the number one ways to express yourself and show people who you are, you can also define who you want to be but what you where. If you have a job, yes you’re probably going to wear office appropriate clothing, but in your free time you can wear whatever you want. Some people like to emulate what stars are wearing, but sometime that can get a little expensive, there are bargain stores that carry the same clothes but at the fraction of the price.  Always remember that you can dress however you so choose, no one can take that away from you, it’s who you are, not what someone else wants you to be.

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The Importance of A Business Wardrobe

February 26, 2011 by Leave a Comment
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Most people going for an interview or in the business world have most likely heard the phrase “business attire”. Lots of offices around the country have causal Fridays, and lots of other businesses have casual everyday’s and don’t require employees to where business attire. However, many companies and businesses around the country ask and expect their employees to dress appropriately and in some cases above and beyond what’s normally expected.

Knowing, being able to, and having the right clothes for work can mean the difference between succeeding or failing in the work place. So whether you are working for a relaxed company, or a company that requires work attire, a good business wardrobe will be a step in the direction of success. Here are just a few reasons why having a business wardrobe is important.

Three Reasons to Have a Business Wardrobe

1. Interviews- In the event that a new position or a position comes up that a job seeker might want, having to go purchase business attire at the last second is never a good way to be prepared. Also having to borrow them from a buddy can sometimes mean a bad fit.

2. Meetings- Employees never know when the big boss might be showing up unannounced and suits are going to be required. Having a good collection is a good way to impress the big guy.

3. Success- Dressing for success is very important these days in business and can tell a lot about an employee or prospective hire. Knowing how to dress can make the difference between being hired or promoted to that next big opportunity.

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Dressing to One’s Complexion

February 21, 2011 by Leave a Comment

When it comes to buying clothes, and dressing oneself, the most effective way to ensure a quality look is to think about ones physical attributes. Most importantly complexion. Complexion is very important when buying clothes and choosing what looks good on a person. For instance if a person has a light complexion it would not be beneficial to them to wear dark clothes all the time. Understanding how clothing effects the way a persons complexion changes is important, and even more important in places where the climate changes seasonally and tans may fade or go away.

Light Complexion

For people who have a light complexion the best idea is to stay away from neutral colors. Neutral colors will only help to draw attention to the fact that the skin is pale or discolored. Bright colors and whites will make the skin appear darker.

Acne

For young adults or people who have acne the most effective way to ensure that the pimples or acne would not be accentuated would be to avoid dark colors or colors that are reddish or brownish in hue. These colors will make blemishes stand out like beacons. Light colors such as white will do a good job in making blemishes stand out less.

Dark Complexion

For people who have dark complexion, they can wear virtually any color. With dark skin, either light or dark hues, and even neutral colors will complement the skin well.

Often knowing what to wear and what to buy depends on a persons complexion. Knowing one’s complexion is the best way to choose the right wardrobe.

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Celebrity-Style Rings to Inspire Your Own Idea

February 21, 2011 by Leave a Comment

Every man wants to go the distance when they get engaged with the woman of their dreams. Diamond engagement rings are the most striking gift a woman can receive. While it is not always possible to get the exquisite masterpieces that celebrity brides-to-be wear on their ring-fingers, the expensive celebrity-style engagement rings can be something to look at.

For example, Hilary Duff was fitted with a 14-carat diamond engagement ring worth $1 million, on top of being proposed to in Hawaii. The wedding rings that celebrities wear are not always that expensive, as Francois-Henri Pinault gave Salma Hayek a five-carat oval-cut diamond worth $200,000, and Katie Holms received a $250,000 ring from Tom Cruise. Budget-sensitive celebrities can take the price scale lower, as Guiliana Rancic now has a four-carat cushion-cut diamond ring worth $100,000. On the higher end, Mariah Carey now has a Jacob and Co. 17-carat emerald cut diamond that is valued at $2.5 million.

Diamond engagement rings come in many shapes and styles, and you do not have to spend millions or even hundreds of thousands of dollars to get one. Sometimes a few thousand is enough, but there are simple ones for under a thousand bucks. Prices vary widely, and even Scarlet Johannson wears a $30,000 three-carat ring, so price tags have a wide range.

It can be fun to see the rings that celebrities are wearing. The exquisite designs give an idea of the style you want and, since there are so many choices when it comes to diamond engagement rings, looking at what celebrities are wearing can guide you to the types of rings that might be suitable. Online sources provide access to some of the most popular designers, and they’ll even base their catalogs on some of the basic types of engagement rings worn by celebrities.

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