Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Monday, February 27, 2012
Sunday, February 26, 2012
A Cool Winter Pick-Me-Up
Send a gal pal a Juicy Couture Hand Warmers with Nail Polish Set "just because." It will warm her heart even more than her hands! Originally $68, now only $33.32; sale found via Shop It To Me.
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Dressing For Excess: Fashion For The Big Busted Woman
I'm talking about bra minimizers and breast reduction at the lingerie blog. But I thought it would be worth addressing the other ways to address big busts -- with how you dress. Here are few tips that work really well for me.
#1 Opt for a pretty open neckline, but not a plunging one that draws attention to your cleavage.
#2 Fitted fashions. Even if you wish your waist or hips were smaller or whatnot, wearing a top or dress that's large enough to cover The Girls but drapes like a tent from them (i.e. boxy fashions) just makes you look big everywhere -- with The Girls pointing the way.
The best way to do this? Two words: Princess Seams.
Here's an image of princess seams from Bradley Bayou's The Science Of Sexy, courtesy of Oprah. (Note the neckline too!)
Here's an image from The Knitting Harpy which shows how darts compare to princess seams. (The article also shows how modifying your knitting pattern to suit your shape. If you sew, here's a great article on how to convert a sewing pattern with darts to one with princess seams.)
#3 No horizontal stripes! Not on any blouse, top or dress.
#4 Avoid wearing short sleeves; they tend to end at your bustline, drawing more attention there.
More ideas in this great, but short, video from About.com.
#1 Opt for a pretty open neckline, but not a plunging one that draws attention to your cleavage.
#2 Fitted fashions. Even if you wish your waist or hips were smaller or whatnot, wearing a top or dress that's large enough to cover The Girls but drapes like a tent from them (i.e. boxy fashions) just makes you look big everywhere -- with The Girls pointing the way.
The best way to do this? Two words: Princess Seams.
Here's an image of princess seams from Bradley Bayou's The Science Of Sexy, courtesy of Oprah. (Note the neckline too!)
Here's an image from The Knitting Harpy which shows how darts compare to princess seams. (The article also shows how modifying your knitting pattern to suit your shape. If you sew, here's a great article on how to convert a sewing pattern with darts to one with princess seams.)
#3 No horizontal stripes! Not on any blouse, top or dress.
#4 Avoid wearing short sleeves; they tend to end at your bustline, drawing more attention there.
More ideas in this great, but short, video from About.com.
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Friday, February 17, 2012
Sheer Vintage Nylon Delights
Two pretty sheer vintage blouses, one in baby blue with ruffles and pearls, the other in pale pink with crystal pleating, organdy embroidered floral appliques, and rhinestone buttons.
(You likely wouldn't dare to wear your No Bra under either of these -- at least not without a cami or full-slip!)
(You likely wouldn't dare to wear your No Bra under either of these -- at least not without a cami or full-slip!)
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Lounge Like A... Scream Queen?
Faith Domergue photographed by Rod Tolmie as the sci-fi and horror scream-queen lounges on a rattan outdoor bed.
Walk Like A Picasso
Walk on a cubist heel with these United Nude pumps. Which now has me singing Billy Joel's Keeping The Faith: "Only Flagg Brothers had them with a Cuban cubist heel..." Shoes via.
Be An Upton Girl At The Beach: Save Money, Save The Environment
While everyone -- except Victoria's Secret -- is drooling over Kate Upton, who got the coveted spot on cover of this year's Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, fashionistas can be buying the swimwear featured in a sale at Gilt (get your invite here).
Gilt has teamed up with Sports Illustrated this year, offering swimsuits like the styles in this year’s issue, as well as limited-edition surfboards and exhibition-quality prints from Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2012. Plus 100 percent of the purchase price will benefit the Nature Conservancy’s beaches and oceans conservation work!
Gilt has teamed up with Sports Illustrated this year, offering swimsuits like the styles in this year’s issue, as well as limited-edition surfboards and exhibition-quality prints from Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2012. Plus 100 percent of the purchase price will benefit the Nature Conservancy’s beaches and oceans conservation work!
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Red & Black
Normally I don't go for a chunky klunky shoe -- I prefer the slim and sultry high heel. But these Dolce Vita 'Joanna' Slingback Clogs seem so... Statuesque. And the black leather and red suede color-blocking is rich with a primal weight of some sort that makes my response rather visceral. I love them! Via Shop It To Me, where these shoes are now 1/3 off!
Monday, February 13, 2012
Sheer Seductive Delight
Everyone remembers Scarlet O'Hara's famous dress made from drapes in Gone With The Wind... But how much more spectacularly seductive would it have been had she used the sheer curtains? Here's the idea sketched in my mind brought to life by Barbara LaMarr in 1924s Sandra.
Sunday, February 12, 2012
Saturday, February 11, 2012
Ladies Who Lounge, And Gossip
I just love this photo of Norma Shearer and Gwen Lee costumed for MGM's The Actress. The photo was taken by Ruth Harriet Louise.
Friday, February 10, 2012
Once In A Blue Moon...
It's time to buy a clock. Not just any clock; an art deco machine age 1930s original vintage cobalt blue mirrored glass and chromium cased electric clock by the Telechron Clock Company.
Mary Lou Dix Goddess
Not sure if this satin glamour dream is lingerie or club wear, but hot damn! Precode screen goddess Mary Lou Dix photographed by A.L. Whitey Schafer. Via.
Thursday, February 09, 2012
Wednesday, February 08, 2012
Tuesday, February 07, 2012
Red Chainmail Is Good For Your Heart
You may have seen this Dancing Leaves Chainmaille Bib Necklace in the Valentine's Day gift list at GirlieGirl Army...
I myself am partial to the Goth Queen Chainmaille Necklace and the Chainmaille Red Scale Collar -- both also handmade aluminum chainmaille necklaces by KaliButterfly.
I myself am partial to the Goth Queen Chainmaille Necklace and the Chainmaille Red Scale Collar -- both also handmade aluminum chainmaille necklaces by KaliButterfly.
Monday, February 06, 2012
Two Words: Wiggle. Dress.
And few put a wiggle in a dress like Jayne Mansfield. Photo of Jayne in The Challenge, AKA It Takes a Thief (1960). Via.
Friday, February 03, 2012
Wednesday, February 01, 2012
Aquarella Swimwear Sponsor Of Miss France 2012 Pageant
Aquarella Swimwear was selected as the official swimwear sponsor for Miss France 2012 -- which is pretty fitting, because the swimwear brand founder and designer is Véronique de la Cruz, a former Miss France herself!
Véronique de la Cruz grew up on the French Caribbean island of Guadeloupe and was the first woman of color to ever win the title of Miss France (in 1993). Her Costa Rican company offers glamorous one-piece swimsuits, bikinis, and monokinis in solids and prints, in sizes ranging from XS to XL. The brand also features coordinating cover-ups that are stylish enough to take you straight from the beach to a party with ease.
Véronique de la Cruz grew up on the French Caribbean island of Guadeloupe and was the first woman of color to ever win the title of Miss France (in 1993). Her Costa Rican company offers glamorous one-piece swimsuits, bikinis, and monokinis in solids and prints, in sizes ranging from XS to XL. The brand also features coordinating cover-ups that are stylish enough to take you straight from the beach to a party with ease.
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