Fashion And Beauty Tips

ruffled top swimsuitProblem #1: Small Bust

We’re not all blessed with a bountiful bust, so we have to make do with whatever we have. To hide a small bust, wear swimsuits with padding (just make sure they look ok once you get wet!), ruffles to add more volume, and prints to distract from the problem area. Also, make sure the colors work in your favor too! Pair a dark bottom with a bright top to make it work.

built-in-bra swimsuitProblem #2: Large Bust

If you find that you’re spilling out everywhere, you may need to rethink your swimsuit. Did you know that swimsuits actually run 2 sizes smaller than regular clothing? So with that in mind, choose a swimsuit with a built-in bra or an underwire to avoid spillage. Stay away from bandeaus, keyhole, string bikinis and demi-bra styles.
Tummy Control SwimsuitProblem #3: Belly Bulge

One of the most common swimsuit problems is the belly bulge. Choose a plunging-halter suit which will draw the attention away from the bulge. You can also go with something that has a pattern or some sort of detail at the mid-section to draw the eye away. You can also look for swimsuits with built-up tummy control as well as tankinis. But just stay away from the bikinis.
High-Cut SwimsuitProblem #4: Thick Thighs

To hide thick thighs, go for swimsuits with a high cut on the leg, which will make your legs look longer and slim your thighs. Also, stay away from shorts as they actually tend to make your thighs and butt look bigger. Instead, draw the attention away with a colorful or embelished top. Also, you can mix your bikini pieces by putting the darkest on the bottom and the lighter color on top.

The foremost rule to looking younger with makeup is to restrict your makeup to a minimum. Going overboard with your makeup and using thick layers of foundation and heavy usage of colors can put the accent on wrinkles and aging signs, defeating your overall purpose of using makeup to conceal your age. On the contrary, a sparse usage of makeup on areas where it is needed most can make you look younger.

Choosing the right shade of foundation or compact powder is very important because even a slight difference in the shade of your skin and the shade of the foundation will make wrinkles and blemishes more visible. The next rule is to apply the foundation or the powder as a very thin and even layer so that it works like a fine membrane on your skin rather than a complete cover for your skin. And in case, by evening you feel the makeup has worn out, don’t apply any additional layers on the existing makeup rather wash it off and apply a fresh layer.

For eye shadow and blush go in for the cream based products, because they give you a softer look as against the usual powder based products. Your color choice should remain restricted to light pastel shades, like pale pink, while avoiding all bright shades of eye shadow. Using lighter shades makes you look more natural and therefore younger. The same rule goes for the choice of lipstick color. Using dark or bright shades of lipsticks will make the line on your lips more prominent while also bringing to surface fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth region.

All this boils down to one simple rule that you must use very little makeup and restrict your color choice to lighter shades when you wish to look younger.

There is a lot of excitement and glee about the prom night, and that’s one reason why most girls go head over heels, to find the perfect prom dress. Every girl wants to feel noble, and so they organize their whole outlook, from head to toe, several weeks in advance of the prom night.

Quite obviously, you want to make a sensational entry at the prom venue, wearing something sexy and scintillating. There are lots of choices you can make in terms of style, but just remember looking sexy is not about wearing skimpy. The most popular and the most appreciated of all prom dresses is the ball gown, which is designed to bring out an hourglass figure, with smooth contours, quite reminiscent of the graceful royalty of yesteryears.

The wide skirt design, with layers of tulle has something strongly feminine about it and indeed makes for a real sexy prom night dress. However for those looking for a sleeker option, mermaid style gowns paired with long gloves is also a brilliant choice to show off your fine curves.

As for the neckline of your prom dress, nothing is at par with the halter nightline which can play down a heavier bosom by highlighting the bare shoulders. However, for a more humble look, try a wide neckline with elegantly crafted long length sleeves. Both these styles are typically timeless and at least one of them is likely to suit every kind of figure.

And lastly, you definitely don’t need to get a brand new gown to wear to the prom; there are lots of places from where you can get some unique and fashionable vintage gowns on rent. And if you plan ahead, you won’t really have a problem in finding the right prom gown at one of these vintage dress rental stores.

As we’ve mentioned, the first thing obviously is the size so when you walk into a lingerie store carry the measurement of your bust line with you. There are two places where you should measure your bust, one is right under your breasts and the other one is where your breasts are the fullest. When you have these two measurements, it will be easier for you and the store assistant to find the right cup size for you. As for the bottom line (I mean panties), you need a measurement of your waist and a measurement of your hips.

While fitting in is the prime most criteria; comfort is the second in line when you’re looking for that perfect piece of lingerie. Every woman has her own scale of judging comfort, like some want a bra to offer maximum support while others may just be looking to enhance the shape of the breasts. The choice of straps is another important point because some women find the elastic ones uncomfortable and thus would prefer lingerie with cotton straps. Even the choice of fabric is a matter of personal choice since quite a few women feel uncomfortable with synthetic yarns.

There was a time when lingerie was available mostly in white and skin shades, but today you have a wide range of colors to choose from. If you’re buying lingerie to be worn under a particular party dress, then get one which matches the color of your dress. However when you’re buying lingerie to get just a little naughty in the bedroom, then you can select based on your partners favorite color or a color that suits your skin and hair color. One set of black and one set of white lingerie must always be found in your wardrobe, as they can be used under most of your dresses.

And lastly, as for the styles you have a complete freedom to enjoy there, since nobody but you and your partner will know what you are wearing inside your clothes.

These are some widespread fashion mistakes that we all have done at some point of time in our life:

Unsuitable colors. Some colors suit only specific skin tones though they may look pleasant to your eyes. So, choose the one that matches your skin tone. Don’t go for washed out or pale colors.

Unfitting clothes. Don’t squeeze yourself into garments that are smaller than the size you wear and are comfortable in. Such clothes will make you uncomfortable and unwanted accidents like breaking down of a seam or button can occur.

Inappropriate makeup. Wear light makeup at daytime. Use heavy shades for parties in the evening or at night. Use colors that compliment your skin tone and match your dress.
Wrong color pantyhose. Go for pantyhose whose color matches the color of your skirt’s hem and/or the shoes that you will wear.

Scruffy shoes. Don’t ruin your dress by wearing a dirty pair of shoes. Wear clean shoes and the ones whose leather look polished.

Odd nails. File your fingernails and maintain a decent length. Remember to apply a fresh coat of the nail polish if the paint has chipped. Wear dignified colors to office and experiment with the funky and bright shades during the weekends.

Slipping slips. Use slips that fit around the waist nicely and match the color of your skirt or outfit.

Underarm stains. Use a dress shield or a good quality deodorant, especially when you are dressed in a white top.

Visible bra lines. Use a bra that fits you snugly. If your bra fails to lift your bosom, rides up your back or has straps that fall off your shoulders, shun them and buy a new pair that fits well.

Roots. Colored hair should be touched up so that the roots aren’t visible. Also, select colors that match the tone of your skin.

However, if you know what suits you and take care of the small details, you will be able to avoid the frequency of these fashion disasters.

Here are a few pointers that need to consider, to be sure that you’re wearing, the right bra in the right style.

The band

If the band isn’t running in a straight line across your chest, and is rising up at the back, then it’s a clear sign that you are wearing the wrong band size. With the band being loose, your breasts are getting the maximum support from the straps, so you need to go down one size. Maximum support for your breasts should come from the band and not from the straps, because straps are only to keep the bra in place. Look for a band size that doesn’t move from its place as you move around.

Now on the other hand, wearing a smaller band size will create the skin around the back to lump, and it may appear as if you have a lot of accumulated fat there. And obviously that means you need to go up one band size.

The under wire

The center part of the bra that is between the two cups should sit flat against your cleavage. If you’re able to slide in even one finger there that means you’re wearing a small band size. The under wire should lie exactly below the crease of your breast, for proper support, and if the under wire seems pulled down then you need a bigger band size.

The cups

In case your breasts are bulging out, either on the top or on the sides, then you’re definitely wearing the wrong cup size. You’ve got two ways to handle this problem, one is to go in for a bigger cup size or alternatively look for a bra style which covers more of your breasts.

On the other hand, if you’re wearing a larger cup size, then you can easily see wrinkles appearing on the outside of the cups. And the worst part is that these unsightly bumps may even show through your top or tee shirt.

Wedding is undoubtedly the most memorable and cherish able moment in a girl’s life and this is perhaps the only occasion where an ordinary girl like you and me become the center of all the attention and admiration and perhaps the only chance of our lives when we really want to flaunt our beauty so that it can be captured forever.

Wedding dressing is the most important thing and so is the jewellery. Perfectly matched and complimenting clothes and jewellery and really make you the queen of the day. Here are some of the few tips you can make use of while planning your wedding jewellery.

Most of the girls prefer their family jewellery for this auspicious day like your grandma’s earrings, mom’s charm bracelet or your aunt’s pearls. They are traditional and can save you a lot of money as you do not have to go for new jewellery.

Necklaces should be perfectly matched with the cut of your dress and particularly the neckline. Pearls are best suited for strapless bodice while diamonds are perfect for V neck or sweetheart neckline.

One must harmonize the gemstones of the jewellery with the stones used in the dress. For example diamonds will be highly complemented by crystals in your dress and pearls are perfectly matched with beading.

Do not forget to match the earrings you choose with the hair style, head piece and necklace. Long earrings with drops are perfect for upswept hair whereas simple studs and bejewelled hoops are suited for decorated veil, tiara and dramatic necklace. The focus is to contrast one simple jewellery with another gorgeous piece.

Consider tennis bracelet with bare plain gloves and rhinestone or pearl cuff over bare wrists. Use similar metals so that the designs and the appeal do not clash to create a confused look.