Achieving a polished look involves mastering denim maintenance, understanding formalwear etiquette, and utilizing garment restoration techniques for a perfect fit.
Before you visit the bathing suit store this season, learn what swimwear styles and design details are able to flatter your figure without drawing unnecessary attention to your belly and thighs.
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If you have your heart set on a poofy dress for prom, your wedding or another special occasion, the right fabric is essential. Some fabrics just don't have the stiffness or body to create that volume -- or poof.
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When your favorite blouse tosses you a surprise like a missing button or when a hem line falls in a skirt, safety pins can offer temporary assistance. Many people prefer hiding the safety pin by securing it inside the garment; however, if not used properly the sharp pin can poke you.
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The more you wear your boots, the more likely they are to break at the heel. Though every heel doesn't break, there's always a possibility, so learning how to fix your boot heel can really come in handy. Repairing yours isn't too tough to do once you know how.
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Concealing a bloated tummy requires smart styling techniques and some attention to your choice of undergarments. Whether bloating appears high on the waist or lower towards the pelvis, you can hide swelling with the right outfit. Counteract irregular bloating without purchasing a larger wardrobe.
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Leather boots that extend to the calf and beyond come in a variety of shapes and styles for both men and women. But if you're having trouble pulling up your brand new riding boots or it's painful zipping your stiletto knee-high stunners, explore some clever calf-stretching techniques.
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A girl has options when it comes to her blouse. She can wear the sleeves down and unbuttoned, put on a sweater and have the cuffs peeping out or simply roll up the sleeves and fasten them at the arm buttons.
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Costume jewelry delivers sparkle at a cheaper price than real precious metals and gems but without proper care, fake jewelry can discolor and lose its shine. Besides losing or changing color, costume jewelry is more susceptible to dings and stains.
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Ink stains are a common issue that unfortunately, many cannot seem to conquer. There are several home remedies that involve the use of hairspray or other alcohol-containing products. However, these can often cause even more damage to a nylon coat.
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Being able to wear a certain clothing size doesn't necessarily mean you're at a healthy weight. Your ideal weight depends on your age, your body composition, your height and your body type. Dress sizes can't take all of these into consideration.
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Suspenders -- Santa Claus wears them, lumberjacks wear them, southern gentlemen wear them and maybe your grandfather wore them. The fact is, suspenders are often thought of as accessories worn by older men, English "dandies" and, well, those who tend toward the eccentric.
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Polyester is among the most durable and heavily used synthetic materials today. Since its invention in the 1940s, polyester has been noted for its resistance to wrinkles and stains and used as both fabric and filling for outerwear such as jackets and winter coats.
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Yoga is a low-impact fitness activity that does not generally involve frequent or vigorous jostling of the breasts. Still, women who practice yoga may find themselves in poses where comfort and containment of the breasts become concerns.
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Shoes take a beating the moment you wear them out of the house. Over time, the toes of shoes may become nicked, which greatly diminishes the appearance. This is especially true for leather or patent leather shoes. With one easy-to-find product, you can repair small nicks in the toes of your shoes right at home.
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Durable polyester fabric, predominantly featured in athletic wear and weather-resistant garments such as jackets or winter coats, can tear under stress.
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While many dyes are made specifically for natural fibers, with the right dye, you can dye fiber blends, including cotton-polyester mix fabrics or garments.
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There's no beating old-fashioned liquid chlorine bleach for its whitening power, but it's not the only option for removing a stain from a white shirt. A number of potentially less damaging products act as stain removers both before and during the wash.
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A wrinkled tie gives you a disheveled look, which is probably not what you’re going for if you have a tie on in the first place. Ties can be made from a variety of fabrics, but some of the most common are silk, polyester, cotton and wool.
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It’s happened to everyone. You try on a pair of fabulous shoes at the store and they feel a little tight, but you figure they’ll stretch out quickly once you get them home and wear them. But they don’t. A too-tight pair of shoes can be uncomfortable, as well as a hazard to your feet.
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Your closets and drawers are filled with clothing made of cotton, the most commonly used fiber in the United States. Some of your favorite T-shirts, jeans, sweaters, blouses and undergarments originated from the humble cotton plant because of its many advantages.
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