Women's Fashion Blog

We respond to color before anything else it’s instinctive! So, use it correctly and it can be used fro dramatic effect. Here we will outline some hot colors and color combinations, that will be a feature of women’s fashion choices in summer 2007.

Let’s look at some hot colors and combinations for summer 2007.

1. Yellow

The color the Chinese associate with royalty and wealth is looking like being a big hit for the summer of 2007. If one color sums up summer days its yellow and there is a shade of yellow to suit all including: Banana yellow, dazzling yellow, neon lemon, lemon lime.

Yellow is a strong color, but can be muted with Colors such as cream, black and grey.

If you want to stand out from the crowd pick strong bright yellows such as an acid yellow strong and dazzling with high energy is for.

You need to however be careful of the yellow you wear and match it to your skin tone - Those with fairer skin tones should stick to subtle pastels of yellow leaving bright yellows to darker and olive skinned wearers otherwise you will look washed out next to your clothing

2. Black and white

Black and white is a great combination and never seems to go away and for the summer of 2007 you will see a lot of it – it’s a flexible combination that suits all.

Classic black and white blocks are in and you can add a splash of color such as red or a yellow to add a final touch.

3. Sharp color combo

Just as black is a sharp color combo you can also use blue try dark navy blue trimmed with red.

4. Royal Blue

Royal blue is THE Blue to wear for the summer.

The good news is you can choose any item of clothing you like and they will all look great: Cotton tops, blouses, mini-skirts, shoes, purses, bags will all look great in this color all in this wonderful royal color.

If you love this color, you can make it the star of your outfit, by enriching your wardrobe with a dress in this fantastic color.

Unlike yellow this is a much easier color to wear and you don’t need to worry about your skin tone hair color or anything else for that matter – it’s a great color for all women.

The catwalks of the world have already featured this color in all its glory and you can to! This is simply a summer essential and a royal blue dress offers a flexible item of clothing for both work and evening wear.

5. Gold & Silver

Gold and sunshine go together and gold shimmers and can really make you stand out from the crowd. Gold is glamorous, sexy and futuristic.

Silver has the same effect as gold and has been popular throughout 2007 and will still maintain its popularity this summer.

To get into silver or gold, try a bag and shoes combo and set them off with Black and blue dress respectively.

6. Floral Colors

Are back in a big way this season and offer a warm and sunny look

Floral motives and warm color pinkish nuances, have been a feature with all fashion designers covering shoes, shirts, dresses and handbags.

Try a silk for floral top for comfort and class or the ultimate in femininity, a short floral dress with high heels - perfect for that romantic meeting on a summer evening.

Summer is here! So use the colors above to create some great looks and enjoy the warm days and evening to their fullest.

The northern region of India holds pride in producing the Chikan, Benarasi, Tanchoi, Shalu sari. The multicultural city of Lucknow in India has been known for its tasteful passion for culture, music, poetry, a mouth-watering cuisine and yes - fashion. Chikan is a term commonly used in Lucknow and has been passed down the ages right from when the Moghul dynasty ruled.

Chikan, is a traditional embroidery style from Lucknow. Literally translated, the word means embroidery. Believed to have been introduced by Nur Jahan, Moghul emperor Jahangir’s wife, it is one of Lucknow’s most famous textile decoration styles.

Patterns and effects created depend on types of stitches used and the thickness of the threads used in embroidery. Some the varieties of the stitches used include back-stitch, chain stitch and hemstitch and result is an open work pattern, jali (lace) or shadow-work. Traditionally, white threads were used on semi-transparent muslin cloth.

However, with the advent of newer fabric types, and changing demands and fashions Chikankari is now also been done on a variety of fabrics including synthetic ones.

Chikankari is also available now in various colours. Sequin work is also done on the fabrics along with Chikankari to give it the exquisite and glittering look. The price of the Chikan sari usually depends upon the finesse of the needle work.

Get to know Styles of Wearing a Sari

These sarees are generally worn in the general style where the border or the pallu rests upon the left shoulder. It can be either pinned to the blouse (choli) or can just be left flowing on the shoulder so that the Chikan work steals the view of others.

Women’s tops are offered by most clothing retailers. One of the most popular types of women’s tops that are offered by vendors are t-shirts. When you are shopping for t-shirts it is important to look for the size, color, design, and style that is right for the woman that you are shopping for.

The first thing that you will want to look for in a women’s t-shirt is that it is the right style. There are many different styles to choose from including: long tees, short sleeve tees, baby doll tees, vintage tees, and puff sleeve t-shirts. In addition to the style of the t-shirt you may also want to look for designer tees.

The second thing that you will want to look for when shopping for a t-shirt is that it offers a color palette and design that will fit into your wardrobe and that also is appealing to you. If you will be using the t-shirt as a layering piece then you may want to buy several t-shirts in a variety of colors that compliment the other existing pieces in your wardrobe. If the t-shirt will be worn to work then you will need to make sure that its color and design are appropriate for a work environment. On the other hand, if you are looking for a fun casual t-shirt then you may want to look for one that offers a funky color and design.

The final thing that you will want to look for when shopping for women’s tops of any kind is that they are the right size. Sizes seem to vary from designer to designer so if you are not familiar with the designer of the t-shirt that you are interested in it will be important for you to try on that shirt to make sure that it fits properly. If you are shopping online you will need to use the site’s sizing chart to find the proper size for you.

When making a dazzling first impression, the color of your clothes is an important aspect to consider regarding your overall appearance. Color has the power to capture the attention of people in a crowded room and send subliminal messages when you least expect it. During job interviews, career presentations, attending a party, or going out for a night on the town - the color of women’s fashion and clothing makes a difference. Depending on the circumstances, the impact could be long lasting and quite influential.

As you first meet a client, encounter a blind date, or apply for your dream job, the color of your clothes sends out signals that speak to the brains of onlookers. The many choices of available garment colors and shades paint a picture about yourself before you even have a chance to open your mouth. For example, there are certain colors that bring about specific emotions in individuals, which have the potential of becoming quite advantageous or end in undesirable results.

There is no denying it - colors can create an impression that makes people feel a certain way. Medical researchers have performed tests on the hormones, body temperature, and blood pressure of subjects upon viewing a rainbow of clothing. They have scientifically proven that color is a powerful influence. An impact was noted in the emotions, self-esteem, personality, weight, shape, and communication of the wearer, as well as those who view the colors in clothing.

As you lay out your wardrobe according to color, the best approach is to aim for appropriate shades that match the occasion, time of year, your age, your skin tone, eye color, hair color, and the places you plan on making an appearance. Many things affect the color of clothes people wear. For instance, an individual in a bad mood may select gray, brown, black, or dulled tones of clothing, whereas an extremely happy person may opt for a brighter colored outfit.

The color combinations you select also affect the way people perceive your intentions. A woman who wears a red jacket with a plain white shirt to a job interview highlights self-confidence and control, whereas the same red jacket paired with a lacy black undershirt may send mixed, distracting messages.

When looking for ways to send the right message or make positive statements at home, school, or work - you should familiarize yourself with the different associations people tend to make in regards to color. Let’s take a look at the color red for example. Blue-based reds translate into femininity and intellect. A yellow-based red jacket or shirt is associated with energy. When you’re going on a first or second date, this color typically “speaks” to men. Wearing red lipstick suggests power and authority.

Purple is the color of royalty and also influences creativity. It also has the power to awaken the senses and create passionate responses in people. When helping your best friend with a problem, put on a turquoise blouse, which actually places other women at ease and will promote an open flow of conversation. When attending a meeting with clients or co-workers, a brown suit is considered non-threatening and generally relays reliability and support.

If we were to take an unscripted took throughout history – looking at pictures that were not identified by year or event – we could still more than likely place the period of time by the fashion worn in the pictures. Fashion is a visual timeline, distinguishing one generation from the next and, yet, having the uncanny ability of finding its way back around again from time to time.

Nothing influences American society more than fashion. It’s a trend seen over and over again as designs find their way from the designers to the masses. As a culture, we are pre-disposed to be “in style;” and those who set the benchmark of style have changed throughout the generations. But no time period saw greater changes in fashion than the twentieth century.

The fashion of the early 1900s was influenced by the advent of the automobile – as women’s dresses began to include the dustcoat which protected clothing from the dirt coming off the road. Then as quickly as the 1920s, women’s fashion shifted completely as the Jazz Age produced the “flapper” style – complete with short, simple fringed dresses and long pearls.

Not even a decade later, the Depression greatly changed the style of fashion – no longer was material a luxury item; women wore what they could find and afford. The 1930s began a trend towards following movie star fashion. And in the war-torn 1940s, a uniform-like sophistication including padded shoulders, short skirts, and a close tailored look became popular.

The 1950s were a return to the full skirt and cinched in waists. Hollywood greatly influenced the fashion of the 50s with women looking to the styles of stars such as Marilyn Monroe after which to pattern their clothing choices. The 60s brought a more colorful period of fashion and no one was more influential than First Lady, Jacqueline Kennedy. Women everywhere began wearing the pill box hat that Mrs. Kennedy made popular and emulating her sophisticated style.

Nineteen-seventy fashion was all about loose and comfortable – bell bottom pants and tie dye. Disco was hot in the early seventies and didn’t fade until the end of the decade. But the disco fashionistas of the day influenced an entire generation of clothing choices.

When Madonna hit the scene in the 1980s she changed the music world as well as the world of fashion. Young girls emulated her look of leggings, skirt, off-the-shoulder sweatshirt, headband, and bracelets.

The 90s had their own look; completely different at the end of the decade - with sleek and sophisticated - as it was from the beginning of the decade - with acid wash jeans.

Fashion will always change. But the one thing we can always count on is the influence that fashion will have on an entire culture.

Many African American women today are simply too busy to manage long tresses of hair. So instead they opt for short, manageable hairstyles that can still look trendy and professional. The great thing about sporting short hairstyles is the fact that you can choose different styles at any time. However there are certain things you must consider when you modify your short hairstyles such as:

1. Your burning desire to opt for an immediate change using your own hair, a sexy wig or adding hair extensions to your own hair to create your fantasy, trendy hairstyles.

2. Not only does your hair frame your face but it substantially transforms it. Essentially, you should determinate what shape your face is before selecting a hair change. It may not be one exact type, in fact it will more than likely be a mixture of two or maybe even more but it should bear some sort of resemblance to one more than others.

3. You should select the right trendy hair styles that best adapt to your face, occasion and personality and change your short hairstyles.

4. Always remember to choose your hair color carefully so that it shows off your natural beauty.

Several African American women, who sport short hairstyles, create their own styles. This is quite a good thing as trying out hairstyles at home can give you inspiration to modify your hair look. You can design your own exclusive short hairstyles for wedding, prom or special event of your life without the headache of a hair salon. It is essential that you keep in mind when choosing short hairstyles your skin color, shape of face and texture of hair.

One of the most popular short hairstyles that are still being sported is the Afro. Like many other short hairstyles it is an easy, low maintenance style since there is no need for chemicals. This style has evolved from the days when it was perfectly rounded and pulled out from the head with a pick. In our modern era, an Afro is simply any length of hair that is in its natural state. It can be cared for with a pick or with your fingers.

Another great option that African American women can select is the cropped cut. This features short layers all over the head finger-combed with pomade for moisture and styling control. This is an excellent choice if you color your hair, since hair is trimmed frequently to remove dryness or damage from processing. This look allows for diversity; from cropped very close to the scalp to tight curls.

Having long hair is very advantageous as there is a great variety of hair styles for one to choose from to wear. People with long hair usually make varied hair styles by tying up the hair in different ponytails and buns. However, nowadays, many people with long hair are turning to the layered hairstyle.

Layered hairstyles are now one of the most popular hairstyles around. This hair style works the best on long, straight hair. This is because very coarse and curly hair doesn’t let itself to fall into layers. After getting a layered hair cut, it is possible to accentuate the hair layer using highlights. This can also be used to flatten your face shape. The layered hair style tends to suit those girls whose hair is straight or slightly wavy and also gives thin hair a thicker and shinier look. Nowadays, a substance called Hydroderm is also available in the market. This is what many people use by allowing the collagen to be delivered to the third layer of the epidermis to make the layered hair style look even better! It is not actually that much advised to use on the hair, but since it is one thing most actresses use to accentuate their layered hair style, it has definitely come here to stay!

The reason “layered hairstyle” has such a name is because only the perimeter of the hair along the face is cut. Then after this, with the given cut, the hair falls in layers, thus the reason for the name. The first layer usually starts below eye level, and then is appropriately paced out to the length of the air length. In the case of a layered hair cut, even a razor is used at times. This is because it gives the hair cut a softness effect. The shape of the hair at the back can be either the standard U or straight. And for more definition, long bangs can be given to this hair cut!

Petite curvaceous women definitely need to elongate their body using their clothing style for minimizing the volume. This is the general rule for the women owning this type of figure. In order to cover the faults of a figure not belonging to a tall, skinny ‘giraffe’ type model, you need to follow some essential tricks.

- Your aim is to elongate your body. The most frequent mistake petite women making in terms of clothing is cutting their bodies by using pieces of clothes as jackets and belts in the wrong proportions. Wearing large belts on top of pants or skirts together with blouses of different color is not the best choice as it cuts the body in two parts, drawing attention to the shortness of the figure.

- You should also avoid wearing extra fabric around the waist. You already possess a good amount of volume in this area and the last thing you need adding some more.

- A false myth is the idea that very long skirts make your legs look long. Very long, baggy skirts make your legs look shorter. Long skirts may make you look taller if they go down to the ankle level and if they are straight.

- A good trick to elongate your legs is to wear straight pants that cover your shoes. This will definitely add some extra inches to your legs.

- Mixing colors is permitted for petite women but remember that it is the monochromatic clothing that makes you look taller and slimmer.

- Avoid wearing thick fabric clothing as it adds extra weight to your figure.

- The best trick to elongate your body is to wear vertical lines patterned clothing. But keep in mind not to exaggerate as you will end up looking like a zebra. It is enough to wear a pair of jeans that have a vertical line in the seams and you will create the illusion of a taller person. Just one or two lines are enough to create this illusion. Try to avoid wearing clothing items with multiple vertical lines or mixing two garments with lines pattern.

- If you also have some extra pounds, the best way to hide them is to fit properly the clothing items. Remember that oversize t-shirts don’t hide extra pounds, they make people look baggy, without any shape.

- Too tight means too bad. However very tight clothes are risky too.Properly fitted clothes help you show the best of your body. Never wear clothes that show an open view of your tummy. It will only call attention to this wrong part of your figure.

- And the ‘must do’ rule for petite women is to always wear high heels. Matching stilettos to long, straight pants is the combination that will make you look taller and slimmer in any situation.

And keep in mind: any figure fault can be covered by using the right piece of clothing.

Today’s women’s clothing are a line of ultimate representation of a woman’s body confidence that will make her all the more stylish and glamorous. Find about the lessons of women’s clothing and the cardinal rules of dressing up in relation to your body shape as you read on.

1. The Summer style

The heat is on! Pull on your khakis and that plain shirt. – oooh, don’t even try to. Plain tees are too boring to beat the heat. Get load and do it thru colors. Summer is all about kooky pattern mixes, wild and exotic colors. Try on some batiks or embroidered fabric tops, uniquely patterned skirts or clothes that are rich in colored pretty ruffles. If you want to still stick with your jeans, pair it up with off-the-shoulder tunic as a cover up.

2. The Simple but elegant style

Dressing up sexy does not always mean micro mini skirts and super tight tube tops. Try on some sassy classic look. Make it loose, not tight. Full-skirted, not gripping. Flatter the looseness of a longer, full-skirted dress that will go with your height and don’t be afraid to stand out. Skinny and tall women will look good on belted dresses with stiff pleats that are so forties look.

3. Cheer up style

Who says only the kids can dress sweet and funky? Deduct 8 to 10 years your real age with colorful, swooshy dress that will make you feel dancing the Mary Poppins’ way. It’s okay to dress sweet and funky as long as you know where to wear it and the right accessories to go with it.

4. One of a kind find

The perfect way to make a fashion statement is to try on women’s clothing that are hot and would seem uniquely yours. Floral and metal studs are classic embellishment combos to the unusual fabric.

5. Shape up!

Covering up isn’t flattering. And broad expanses of fabric emphasize body shape and size. Bare backs, knee-length or shorter skirt, v-neck tops and three-quarter sleeve t-shirts will help you show off some shape. The most flattering with women’s clothes are straight leg or boot cut jeans that will sit on your hips, your waist or just below your hip bone. And remember, that full, round shapes on top and bottom will make you look a bit more round.

6. Red alert!!!

In every women’s clothing diary of style, Red is a classic color that has never bored anyone. It embodies power, bold confidence and certified trickery for figure-flattering because of its deeper-hued incarnation. Also, it has an amazing power to absorb light and conceal darkness.

7. Wear Black when you’re in doubt.

True enough, black makes everyone look slimmer. It is the safest color to be in. Take note of this, black will never fade in the language of fashion, especially in with women’s clothing.

8. Look great in a shift

Shift dresses has a slimming effect because they are constructed with darts at the bust line and seams that enhances curve and waist-shape. Most shift dresses are either knee length or shorter. But both lengths give the same universal slimming effect.

There you have it. I hope I do gave you some useful tips and lessons on women’s clothing. So, dress and feel good at any size!

If you’re like most women, you have dozens upon dozens of sandals, sneakers, loafers, flip-flops, boots, and other footwear. But how many of them do you love? Really love? How many fit well, complement your fashion sense, and are versatile enough to serve multiple purposes? Moreover, how many of these shoes do you really need? You may be surprised to learn that the following nine must-haves are the only styles required to create a shoe wardrobe so all-encompassing, so perfect, that no matter what the occasion is, you’ll have just the right shoe.

1. Two or three pairs of expensive-looking shoes for a work. Study what your boss is wearing then get yourself two great-looking pairs of similar shoes. Not only will you always look appropriate and stylish. you’ll always have a pair clean and ready should one need to go to the cobbler. Need style suggestions? Go with pumps. Not only are pumps flattering and easy to wear, they are the quintessential woman’s work shoes, especially for those working in offices, banks, or upscale shops. Opt for a dark or medium neutral. Think black, chocolate, cordovan (an old-fashioned word for cherry-kissed brown), or even burgundy, navy, or charcoal.

2. One warm-weather work shoe. Your best bet is a two-part pump—or one with peep toes— in a light shade such as tan, beige or dove gray.

3. One pair of slingbacks in a neutral shade. They look chic with straight skirts and classic-cut trousers. They can be worn with bare legs or opaque winter stockings. Plus, they work well with formal and near-formal wear, they add sophistication to jeans, and instantly dress up a denim skirt and cardigan like nothing else can.

4. One pair of strappy dress sandals to wear with formal or semi-formal attire. They can sex-up a pair of jeans, too. Best colors: a mid-tone or pale neutral, including metallics such as silver or gold.

5. One pair of neutral-colored casual shoes for weekends. A woman can never go wrong with classics such as oxfords, moccasins, loafers, or clogs.

6. One pair of attractive athletic shoes. They’re good-enough-looking for your Juicy Couture tracksuit, yet hard-working enough to perform at the gym.

7. One pair of fashion boots in a medium or dark neutral. Something classic enough for work-wear yet sexy enough to add an edge to jeans and an everyday tee. Top-of-the-calf boots with a flat heel are one of the cold weather season’s hottest looks, but are surprisingly in-demand even as the weather grows warmer.

8. Two or more pair of casual, warm weather shoes in a pale neutral or fashion color. Think sandals, ballet slippers, or flip-flops done up in a dressy material like leather. Consider yourself a die-hard fashionista? Find a pair of espadrilles with a low to medium heel. Espadrilles are one of 2006’s most coveted warm-weather trends.

9. One pair of galoshes or other weather-protective footwear. If you spend a good amount of time outdoors, go with two pairs . Be sure one is a classic style, such as Hunter Wellingtons in navy, green, red, pink or pale blue.

So ladies, clean out your closets, and stop spending money on shoes you don’t absolutely love or that does not fit well, complement your style and is not versatile to serve multiple purposes. If you follow the above tips you will create a woman’s fashion footwear wardrobe, that no matter what the occasion is, you will have the perfect shoe.