Set The Trend With Stylish Sling-back Heels!

These days, sling-back shoes have gained immense popularity among women. They are available in a variety of designs suitable for any occasion and every season. The shelves of all the leading stores are overflowing with these shoes thereby, offering you a wide variety of sling back heels right from wedding attire to stay-at-home comfort.

If the shoes are comfortable and are able to compliment what you are wearing, then buy those which will reflect both your personality and style. Cut corners on some other aspects of your wardrobe but not while buying trendy and stylish sling-back heel shoes. So keep them in good condition, keep the fabric clean, the suede well-brushed, if leather then well-polished and soles and heels in good order. Take heed from your grandmother’s old sayings ‘clean shoes shows you have money’!

Sling-backs with low heels and popular fabrics such as leather and suede are best for wearing at home. Along with denim, there is a wide variety of sling-backs as far as fabrics are concerned. With thin skimpy clothes of summer like skirts, shorts, and culottes, cut-out or mesh sling-backs are the best options. One of the perennial favourites and from the sling-back family is the sandal, which go best with casual summer clothing. There cannot be a second choice to sandals with a pair of beautifully manicured toes peeping through!

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Business clothes require a more polished look. If you want to select a pair of sling-backs for office wear, then just select a pair as you may select any other pair of shoes. With a skirt, trouser suits, or dress, sling-backs of suede, leather or any other fabric provide a more polished look. You can give your sling-backs a multiple look by adding bows, buckles, clips and other embellishments, which enables you to wear the same comfortable pair of shows with a different look each day!

Sophisticated sling-back with classic designs go well with tailored suits destined for your boardroom meetings. Always wear the best quality plus size lingerie, which includes hosiery, more commonly referred to as tights or stockings, for business attire, regardless of the shoe selection if you are larger than a size 14, as these will also provide a sleek and polished silhouette. If you have to visit the boardroom frequently, then it’s likely that you have to follow a dress code, chances are that you may set a trend when others see how chic and stylish you look!

Satin or silk sling-backs provide a stunning look to your black evening dress. Beautiful jewellery or shoe embellishments can make a simple dress or business suit look very attractive, irrespective of what dress size you are. Formal evening wear needs formal accessories, therefore open toe sling-back shoes are the best option on such occasions. Regardless of the footwear design, the occasion or the style you want to achieve, everything is worthless without a pair of uncomfortable shoes which compliment your fashion style!

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How to Rock in Stylish Pencil Skirts!

This season, high waist pencil skirts have taken the fashion industry by storm. The main reason these skirts go beyond the usual passing trend and are so well-liked among women belonging to any age group is that they work impressively well for almost all body types.

For example, they can give a curvy look to those with a boyish or a slender figure and highlight the waist in the case of curvier women, to offer them the elegant hourglass shape.

So what should you keep in mind when planning to add some classic pencil skirts to your wardrobe this year? Below given are some tips that will help you to get yourself the perfect look with the most desirable pencil skirt:

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When it comes to selecting pencil skirts, it is always advisable to choose a fabric that is seasonably appropriate. For instance, pick a wool-blend or a heavy-knit material in winter to look hot and stay warm. During summers, opt for a synthetic or lighter weight fabric.

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The new trend is to call for the vintage fashion. Revive your memory with the classic look of the 1940s and team your pencil skirt with some vintage elements such as ruby red lips, back-seamed stockings, or rounded toed pumps.

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Give yourself a very dressed and costumed effect. Even if you want to go for a mix-and-match style or blend the old with the new and integrate the vintage look in your contemporary wardrobe, it would be too unusual to consider wearing back-seamed stockings and bright red lipstick with round peep-toe pumps and a traditional brooch!

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Pick a coat or a jacket that goes well with your skirt. Pencil skirts are good at accentuating the waist and a jacket will also do the same. A preferable choice would be a coat either belted or tied at the waist and hitting at the mid-thigh level. An extremely voluminous jacket will do nothing but swallow up the curvy look.

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Opt for a pencil skirt falling just below the knees. This not only makes you look thicker, but you look shorter as well!

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Wear a very high-waist pencil skirt unless you are very slim. Pencil skirts are perfect when they can be put around your normal waist area. They look horrible when they look more like a push-up bra rather than an elegant, stylish pencil skirt, particularly on maturer women!

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Make your entire attire look colourful. Team your skirt with a cap-sleeved, bright sweater. Also try adding some colourful, bold accessories such as a bright coloured pumps for all day comfort or killer heels if you want to make a striking appearance.

The most important thing to consider while selecting an outfit for yourself, even when it comes to selecting plus size skirts, is choosing one that you feel and look confident in. Unless you are comfortable with your own look, you cannot help feeling awkward for anything you wear!

Ease Your Summer Wardrobe Into Autumn With Nature’s Colour Palette

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Ethnic prints in gorgeous autumnal colours are a trendy way to gently ease your summer wardrobe into the cooler days of autumn. Whilst many people have a wardrobe for each season with the recession and people’s spending power still struggling make the most of the clothes you have are a cost effective and fashionable way help you to remain at the forefront of fashion without having to spend a fortune.

Opt for colours which nature brings into autumn, muted oranges, soft greens, deep reds and gorgeous yellows. If blue is more your colour opt for the hues which nature’s autumnal skies bring, such a more subdued shades of blue rather than the bright blues of summer skies. Soft greys are also in-vogue this autumn and winter and look fantastic teamed with burgundy or soft pinks.

Hang onto your summer dresses and skirts and simply use gentle layering to help keep you warm. Add ankle or knee length boots, denim or leather jackets for a modern look which is bang up to date in the world of fashion.

Accessorise with chunky long bead necklaces and wide bangles made from natural wood. Alternatively you could opt for metallic colours such as bronze, copper and gold which also reflect the colours of autumn. If your legs are not naturally bronzed autumn is the time to start thinking of wearing tights or stockings. For those who hate either of these, and there are many women who do! Choose leggings in beautiful rich colours which contrast and compliment your skirt or dress, add ankle boots for a chic look.

Hang onto summer clothes as long as you can as they will make you feel warmer! Psychological it may be, but for many women it is the incentive and lift they need before resorting to thick jumpers, boots and trousers. Hope for an Indian summer as these warmer days will also lift your mood and your wardrobe!

Think of the beautiful colours from India, long floaty gypsy and peasant styles of skirts are ideal choices, along with maxi dresses to create a chic and elegant look for both formal and informal occasions.

Add geometric patterns to your ensemble to lift it from plain and ordinary into an eye catching and stunning look. Add belts to emphasise waist lines and sleeves with are mid-length or long to cover arms as this will also make you feel warmer! Pretty shrugs are also a good alternative for evenings as they provide an elegant look without bundling you up with chunky layers.

Remember if you wear plus size clothes the bulkier your clothing the larger you will appear, so keep to soft layering for a stunning look which emphasises your wonderful shape.

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Tips To Wearing Stylish Summer Tops And Dresses During The Autumn

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Stylish summer tops and dresses which are not only extremely chic but also have added feminine details such as ruffles, bows and soft floaty fabrics continue to be extremely popular as the summer months are still with us in the UK!

Take advantage of this feminine look right through into the cooler evenings and fist days of autumn by adding a cashmere or faux cashmere style cardigans to make your summer wardrobe last that little bit longer. As once you pack away your summer clothes and start to wear warmer chunkier clothes to keep warm these floaty femininity seems to vanish for most women.

However, by adding layers of beautifully soft and surprisingly warm cardigans and stylish jumpers. To skirts and dresses you can still achieve a trendy, elegant look rather than transforming into a non descriptive rectangle which has little style or appeal!

By having floaty fabrics in delicate pastel shades enables you to add a contrasting cardigan without adding bulk to your frame. If you are not the really feminine type you could opt for denim or leather jackets rather than cardigans to give the outfit a little more substantiation to suit your own dress style.

Before covering your legs with jeans, trousers and boots give a little thought to how you can utilise your clothes more effectively. Pretty floral or soft fabrics looks equally as stunning with knee length boots as they do with sandals.

Adding accessories is also another great way to transform summer clothes into great autumn outfits, chunky natural wood bangles is very trendy this year and are also a good way for women with large upper arms to give the illusion of them being slimmer as these will naturally draw the eye downwards and away from the problem area. Alternatively a pretty shrug can be worn to hide upper arms.

Opt for maxi dresses during autumn as these will not only look stunning with sandals but equally as striking when worn with boots and a cardigan. When using a cardigan for chic style and warmth, this year designers have kept them unfastened and held in place with belts, which again is an ideal way to eke summer outfits into the cooler months.

It is best to avoid the fashion trap of only wearing jeans and jogging bottoms in autumn, especially if you wear plus size clothes. Long gypsy or peasant styled skirts look fabulous when worn with boots, tops and cardigans, use fashion trends such as pushing sleeves up to the elbow for a relaxed and informal look which still oozes chic and well thought out style.

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Tips To Choosing Job Interview Clothes

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Although it may sound shallow, it is a fact that when it comes to going for a job interview, you need to take proper care of your dressing style, since this is always perceived as one of the major aspects of your overall personality by an interviewer. In other words, it often becomes one of the decisive factors for your interviewer about whether or not you should be hired for that job.

Over recent years, workplaces have become quite lenient in terms of making their dress codes more informal. In fact, the ‘Casual Friday’ trend has invaded all days of the week rather than just for Friday. However, the expected attire for job interviews still has more or less continued to be strictly professional. So, even if the dress code at a particular workplace tends to be more casual, you would need to strictly abide by the professionalism rules expected of you at the interview. Both male and female applicants are required to come in business suits for any type of interview and an exception to this rule may be taken into serious account by the interviewer.

One basic tip that applies for both men and women going for an interview is to be easy with the cologne or perfume they put on. Although it’s a good thing to smell nice for your interview, you certainly wouldn’t want your interviewer having a ghastly a sneezing fit!

Women should also be careful about toning down their make-up. Keep things as light and natural looking as possible. If you wish to wear nail polish opt for French manicure and pale tones rather than a vibrant red! The same applies for any jewellery you wear. go for conservative styles such as small earrings and a minimal number of bracelets and rings. First impressions really do count! Experts say that a decision is made whether to employ someone within the first eight seconds of walking into the interview room, so hold you head up high, smile and wear clothing styles which show that you are professional in appearance!

For women, the most preferable choice would be to go for a smart and elegant business suit in conservative colours such as black, grey or navy blue. Although, recently, trousers suits are preferred by many female professionals, ideal interview etiquette often asks female applicants to appear a formal skirt for the meeting, however with the importance of equality women are entitled to wear trousers if they wish!

Whilst choosing to go for a skirt and jacket suit style, make sure to wear a skirt of an appropriate length. If you have any doubts concerning your skirt length, then assume knee-length skirts as ideal, too long and the skirt may look too informal and short mini skirts should be worn cautiously! If you wear plus size skirts opt for an A line. two tiered or pencil style for a chic, professional and stylish look which enhances you body shape.

Top Tips To Keeping Cool And Looking Stylish

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Today and the rest of the week the weather forecast is for the hottest temperatures for many years with some areas reaching a blistering thirty degrees and above. Whilst this is great news and a real relief from rain, health warnings are being issued and hospitals are being put on ‘alert’ as the number of people suffering from the effects of the sun are expected to reach all time highs.

Those who live in hot countries are of course used to dressing for the weather. Italy for example usually reaches high temperatures and yet the women there remain looking chic and stylish! Rather than resorting to a beach dress and flip flops or shorts and a bandeau style top take inspiration from those who are used to dressing for the hot weather!

* Wear light colours or white to help reflect the heat away from your clothes.

* Natural fabrics such as silk, cotton and linen are the most appropriate fabrics which help reduce perspiration, which in turn will help you stay looking chic!

* Opt for styles which allow air to circulate around your body, especially if you are prone to excessive perspiration.

* Floaty tops in sheer fabrics are in-vogue this season and there is no better time to wear them than in the hot weather!

* Wide leg trousers are another great option for hot days. They are the ideal solution for those who have wide thighs which are prone to rubbing or sticking together when its hot.

* Dresses are the perfect solution to keeping cool and looking chic as there are no waistbands to become uncomfortable! Opt for shift styles if you are working or long maxi dresses for shopping or whilst at home.

* Flip flops may be comfortable and undoubtedly give your feet the maximum amount of air, however there are other styles which are more appropriate for work. Choose gorgeous sandals or peep toe shoes for work and leave the flip flops for the beach or poolside!

* Dress-up plain dresses and tops with long necklaces especially if you have a small stature as they will give the illusion of more height. Wide bangles are very fashionable this season and are a great way to make large arms appear thinner.

* Those who are not working should take the opportunity to wear a stylish sun hat which will not only enhance your chic style but also help to protect your head and face from harmful UV rays.

* No-one should be venturing outside without wearing sunglasses to add a sassy style and of course help protect eyes from the sun. This is where those who wear large womens clothing can really push the boat out, as large sunglasses, preferably with black frames, looking stunning on larger women!

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Bold Colours to Suit Different Skin Tones

Pulling up the correct colours that suit your skin tone can enhance your beauty and at the same time, pulling up the wrong colours can affect you appearance drastically. Moreover, since this season’s hit colours are the mostly the bold ones, it is essential that you select the right bold colours that suit your skin, natural hair, and eye colours and can successfully titivates your overall appearance.

For proper selection of those clothes that are perfect to fit into your wardrobe, determine the exact tone of your skin by observing during the daytime. In case your skin is cool toned, then it means that your skin will have a touch of rosy or pink colour tone which is best complemented with different shades of blue. However, in case you are a warm toned person, then your undertone will have more of an apricot or golden touch to it with can look best with some striking, glorious shades of yellow.

For a contrasting and bright skin tone, the best colours are those belonging to the clear winter and clear spring collections. Attractive, vibrant colours can very well complement such a bright skin. It is advisable to avoid the dull grey shades and pay more attention on contrasting dark colours with the light shades and adding some bright colours to the neutral ones. Prefer soft or pure white shades to cream-based ones. Go for some bold, inky, and rich neutrals such as navy, black-brown, charcoal, and jet black.

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Hot pink can also look great, especially when paired with shades of coral, clear salmon, or mango. Just remember, it is important to keep your wardrobe colours bright, rich, and bold. So, smart choices would include topaz yellow, scarlet red, emerald green, and sapphire blue.
For a grey or rosy skin tone, the best colours are those belonging to the cool winter and cool summer collections.

Avoid the brown, green, or yellow undertones. Pinky browns are fine but do keep away from khaki, golden brown, or beige. The only brown shades that can best suit your skin tone are the rose brown and cocoa. Although blue is a nice option, avoid the very strong and bold blue-based colours. A nice choice would be dresses in grey or very light violet shades like the rich periwinkle or the lilacs. Even bluish reds can look great. Try opting for red evening or cocktail dresses instead of the usual black ones.

For women for love plus size fashion and have a rich and strong skin tone, the best colours are those belonging to the deep winter and deep autumn collections. In order to enhance your rich skin appearance, choose attractive solid blocks or bold contrasts of colours. Perfect options for you are the true, rich colours of primary red, yellow, green, and clean and crisp white. Tops in purple, pine, teal, turquoise, mahogany, and mango can also look amazing.

The best dresses, however, would be those in colours of deepest brown, inky navy, pewter, black, and charcoal. You can also use such colours as olive, rust, bronze, terracotta and other deep tones of gold in order to add warmth to your overall appearance.

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Gypsy Style Skirts For Plus Size Fashion

Gypsy skirts are layered skirts, having three material pieces, which are joined together. The gypsy skirt dates back to at least fifty-five years, where women used to wear skirts more regularly than trousers. In the sixties and seventies too, the gypsy skirts were quite a rage and were worn by individuals who liked to dress in shirts, which would display the midriff. The term Gypsy is essentially derived from the Hippy Culture of the sixties.

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Gypsy skirts not only offer a casual and cool look for summer and spring, but also look great when women team them up with boots during the winter and autumn months. A gypsy skirt is thus very versatile and is a cost effective buy. These skirts will never go out of fashion.

Gypsy skirts are available in a variety of styles such as Bollywood, Flounce, Indian, Peasant, Boho, Crinkled and Tiered. They also are available in a large range of colours, embellishments and patterns to suit different types of formal and informal occasions. The fabric of a gypsy skirt is generally cut in the shape of a full circle so that it flows freely at the time of movement.

For a true gypsy style look, women can wear these gypsy skirts with comfortable and soft, sheer fabric tops. For a relaxed appearance however, women can wear a shoe string strap or a plain capped style tee-shirt top along with this skirt. In addition, flat or toe post sandals are perfect for a casual look. For a professional look, these gypsy skirts can be worn with a sweater or a top.

During cool days, a V-neck jumper or a trendy and colourful cardigan will work well with a gypsy skirt. Combine gillet style boots and tops along with a fur trim to acquire a chic but lively style. Do not miss out on the coin belts and “bed hair” for a very trendy and casual look.

These days, several gypsy skirts are available with an elastic waist-band that makes them extremely easy to wear. However, women who wear plus size skirts and like wearing gypsy styles need to carefully choose an appropriate style of top. Otherwise, they might look like a sack that is tied in the middle. If you do not want to wear a tee-shirt over the waist-band then pull the top up gently so that it falls over the waist-band. Plus size women should buy at least one gypsy skirt for practicality, style and comfort.

It is very easy to launder gypsy skirts. If they are made of crinkled fabric, then you just have to wash it and simply keep it for drying. No ironing is required. This definitely makes a person’s life more comfortable. Gypsy skirts made from crinkled fabric are perfect for travelling since they look creased and pack well in luggage bags. During evenings, women can pair plain gypsy skirts with patterned tops or patterned skirts with plain tops. Long beaded necklaces and embellished sandals add the remaining finishing touches.

Bohemian Fashions for The Older Women

Bohemian dresses are an artistic and eclectic mix of casual style. They are extremely comfortable and consist of unique creations and homemade garments. Bohemian fashions for older women consist of interesting matches and bold colours.

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1.    Designer Denim: Instead of purchasing three or four pairs of cheap denims, try saving money and taking a splurge into designer jeans and similar types of dresses. Designer denim is well designed, thus giving you value for money. Older women can buy dark denims, as they instantly slim the figure and are appropriate for formal evening cocktail parties.

2.    Tank Tops: These are essential and basic bohemian dresses for older women. Cotton tank tops are comfortable and you can wear them with either a skirt or a pair of denims. In addition, a cardigan or an eccentric scarf will make the whole outfit look very fashionable as well as creating a perfect layer. It is necessary to bleach white tank tops so that they remain in perfect condition.

3.    Boots: Bohemian dresses look good with boots. While buying boots, make it a point to check its quality. Purchase a mid heel with a rounded toe for an everlasting silhouette. Older women need to avoid stilettos and platforms.

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4.    Hippie Dresses: Embroidered frocks and other hippie dresses are important Bohemian clothes for older women. When paired with coloured tights and boots, these dresses look fabulous on women of all ages..

5.    Cardigans: Older women need to first invest in basic-coloured cardigans such as black, white or beige and then buy coloured cardigans, which complement the skin tone. Women can layer these dresses over tank tops, jeans, shorts and so on.

6.    Dainties: Older women can stack some lace dainties in the wardrobe for adding a glamorous look to the overall ensemble. Browse the lingerie department for lace camisoles. Having a wide range of cardigans and frilly tank tops will definitely make you look gorgeous.

7.    Accessorise: Bohemian dresses are always incomplete without appropriate jewellery accessories. For a pure Bohemian look, make it a point to buy hand-crafted but high quality pieces. Try necklaces, bracelets or anklets having small silver bells. Older women can also wear artisan-crafted glass beads that are intertwined into delicate necklaces, bright dangling earrings or carved wooden pendants.

Scarves and vests are also useful garments for creating a Bohemian look, particularly if they are fringed. A dancer’s beaded scarf and a farmer’s vintage vest together make a great outfit. Bohemian fashion for older women also consists of sundresses, peasant blouses and flowing skirts. Look for crinkle and ruffle skirts in light-weight cotton, chiffon, silk and velvet. Organic patterns, hand embroidery, soft fabrics and paisley prints look beautiful on Bohemian dresses.

Thus, finding an appropriate Bohemian plus size fashion look may take a lot of time and also require many visits to resale boutiques and art fairs. However, when a budget worthy and treasured piece shows up, purchase it immediately so that you can add it to your Bohemian dress collection!

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Revealing Your Legs To The Summer Sun!

This season do away with confining your legs in jeans and trousers and step out in style wearing a fabulous skirt or dress which does wonders for your morale as well as bringing out your feminine beauty.

Thos who have long slim legs will be all too aware the advantages they have over women with short legs, heavy thighs, chunky claves and shapeless ankles! They know that they can wear a dress or skirt and for the most part look simply stunning!

For those who have one or a combination of parts of their legs they normally hide under jeans or big baggy jogging bottoms by following a few simple rules can transform their clothes style and look as equally as stunning as the women whose legs seem to end at their armpits!

If you have thick ankles you will probably also have chunky calves. Steer well away from any form of trousers which are not full length such as Capri pants or trousers which end three inches above your ankles. Both of these styles will simply draw attention to the fact you do not have a pair of slender ankles or claves.

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Drainpipe jeans are also to be avoided at all costs along with leggings as these will hug your claves and make them look even larger. Opt for gorgeous flared trousers which skim the ground to enable you to wear high heels without anyone knowing!

Skirts should also be floor length or sitting on the knee. Styles which end midway between knee and ankle will only bring unwanted emphasis to your chunky calves. Wear knee length boots, rather than those which finish mid calf,  with skirts to disguise your thick ankles, but not ankle boots as these will simply accentuate your problem.

Short legs typically means you will also have a low slung bottom! Use all the tricks of illusion to make your legs appear longer and your bottom more defined.

Leggings should never be worn by women with short legs, they will quite simply draw attention to the problem and make bottoms appear as if they reach their knees!

High waist tailored trousers are in-vogue this season, however if you have no defined waist they will not flatter your figure. Instead they will make you look rectangular rather than spectacular! The volume of fabric incorporated in wide leg trousers means that high heels are a must in order for them to hang correctly. If you are unable to wear high heels confidently wide leg trousers are not the style for you! Instead opt for flared or boot cut trousers. These styles are also good for women with saddle bags as they bring a balance to their body shape.

Women who wear plus size trousers could opt for styles which incorporate a tummy control panel at the front to help minimise a large tummy. They should definitely not wear leggings as these never flatter a large women’s figure irrespective of how tall or short she is. However, with a superb skirt or dress you can look feminine and very stylish this summer!

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