Image via Wikipedia It is widely believed that first impressions are lasting ones. As such, individuals should dress to impress when reporting to interviews and other important events. The best way to make a positive impact through attire is to have clothes professionally tailored. Job interviews are one of the most important meetings that a person can attend. Prior to interviewing the candidate, a potential employer may look at the individual's outfit. While the prospective employer is not searching for fashion awareness with respect to recent trends, they are looking for a … [Read more...]
Tips for Buying and Restoring a Vintage Garment
April 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Image by Getty Images via @daylife Vintage clothing has an eternal appeal across a wide spectrum of people. The styles of yesteryear are fun, intriguing and tell stories. Having a few pieces in the closet takes the owner back through time, wondering who wore the item and why. Some garments are display only, others can be still worn. However, before buying a new piece, it needs to be gone over thoroughly before making a purchase. Buying something that cannot be restored is simply wasting money. When alighting on that must have piece of vintage, pause a moment and ask questions. Is it … [Read more...]
SO, WHY DO WE ALL HAVE ATTICS FULL OF PATTERNS AND MATERIAL?
April 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Image via Wikipedia In our parents' (or grandparents') in some instances - generations, we glady received hand-me-downs or handmade apparel to enjoy. Duly garbed, off to school we went! Sometimes, those who were more fortunate sported the school "uniform". That pretty much was a no-brainer. Everyone looked identical, and Mom and Dad had to fork out a lot of dough to ensure our anonymity. No one thought to seek out designer jeans, or the latest in sports apparel. We were satisfid with our toys, and whatever we received on those special holidays or birthdays. Now, everything … [Read more...]
Getting Your Pet in on the Theme
April 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
When it comes to getting your pet into colors and patterns, there's little else that fits the bill quite as well as personalized costumes. Of course, it's mostly up to you how to present your pet's personality to the world! Most other people whom you meet along the way don't know your pet, or its cute and loving personality. That's why dress up day for your pet shouldn't be limited to random holidays. Heading out to a sporting event? Dress your tiny dog in a cute cheerleader's outfit, or even a team jersey, to show your (and your pet's) team loyalty. Pet costumes are great way to meet … [Read more...]
Personalizing Your Favorite Pair of Jeans
March 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
If you enjoy do-it-yourself work on clothing, customizing a pair of jeans is a fun way to make a unique piece of clothing. While experience with the sewing machine – or any other tool of choice – is good to have, it may not be necessary, depending on what you want to do. Any tailor knows that the perfect pair of jeans will be needed. You could choose something that you already own, or perhaps buy something to experiment on to get used to the process. Choose something that you will have fun personalizing, whether it is a nice pair of jeans or a test pair. If you’re not ready to … [Read more...]
The Pants for Every Woman
March 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
For women that are planning to wear wide leg pants, there are some suggestions to take note. This trend can make or destroy your fashion statement that you going for, so think wisely. Just like with any article of clothing, consider your body size. If you are a tall woman, then the wider pants would work best, versus a woman of a shorter height. That doesn’t mean that short women can’t wear this style. Just don’t have the pant legs as wide. These pants come in different fabrics and patterns. Take into account of the occasion and wear the right ones. For instance, in the workforce you … [Read more...]
Looking Distressed for Less
March 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The most popular jeans today that are the hottest trend are distressed jeans. You could go to a high end store and pay tons of money for them, or you can do it yourself! The purpose of distressed jeans is to make them look worn and faded like they have gone through the ringer, so to speak. This can be done in the comfort of your own home. First, pick out a pair of jeans you want to have distressed. Never use a new pair or expensive ones. Also make sure that they fit you properly. To get the hang of distressing jeans start out with a practice pair that you don’t mind “destroying” … [Read more...]
Fashion No-No’s for Men
March 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
For some men it’s a hard to know what looks good on them if they are told so. Let’s face it; we all need help sometimes in this area. However, there are things that men should know right off the bat that are fashion no-no’s! If you’re going to wear a short sleeve dress shirt, fine! If you wear a tie, great! Please gentlemen, never wear the two combine together. This is hardly a fashion statement and the two really are not a match made in heaven. Stick with long sleeve shirts with your ties. On that note, when wearing a tie make sure that the tie is the right length on you. It should … [Read more...]
How 80s Fashions Are Coming Back
February 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
It was just ten years ago that kids were laughing at pictures of 80s fashions and declaring that they would never be caught dead in those outfits. Yet, those fashions are back in style now! There are many ways that the fashion world has seen the return of 80s styles. Leg warmers are one of the most definitive clothing items of the 80s, and they are back in style now. Although they lack the neon colors that characterized the 80s, leg warmers can be seen on many outfits nowadays. However, they are most popular in a surprising new group: children. New clothing companies and designers have … [Read more...]
Updating Winter Clothes for Spring
February 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
While many people pack their winter clothes away for the next time that chilly winter hits, some people want to alter their winter wardrobe to work for spring. There are several ways to do this, and the projects are easy enough for a novice sewer to try. Sweatshirts play a big part in most winter outfits, but they don't have to get packed away when spring rolls around. A sweatshirt that zips up the front can easily be changed into a cute vest or short-sleeved jacket to accompany casual spring outfits or workout gear. Sewers should trim the sleeve length to two inches longer than desired, … [Read more...]