So the lovely ladies at The Fat Girl's Guide to Living asked me to contribute recently to their site by answering readers questions. This one is about how to cover your upper arms during these hot summer months!
Here's a taste: Getting a super cute stretch body suit with 3/4 length or short sleeves, preferably in something current and edgy. Lace is so in right now and would look great under solid colors and/or prints. With a print dress you can get a bit creative and do an 80’s vibe with a denim vest and colored leggings too.
You can read my advice on The Fat Girl's Guide to Living Blog. Hope you find the tips helpful. And make sure you browse through their site - lots of good tips to be had for sure!
Till next time,
xoxo
Stefanie
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Stylin' VIDEO: Day to Night
Since we don't always have time to go home and change before heading out for an evening soiree, here are some tips on how to maximize your time and style!
The key to success with this transformation is planning. Make sure you bring a few key pieces to work with you in the morning and you will be all set for a night on the town.
Watch the video for the summary and read below for detailed tips on how to make your daytime look evening ready!
Tip #1
Remove The Bulk. One of the main differences between a daytime look and a nighttime look is skin. You want to show a little more of it in the evening so take off that blazer or sweater, remove those dark nylons (or add drama with some colored or lace tights), and pull your hair up showing more of your face and neck.
In the video I use a blazer/skirt combo as an example, but you can easily do the same thing with a blazer/pant combo. In that case, definitely add heels, still remove the jacket, and unbutton a few top buttons of your blouse, and add a dramatic necklace. Done.
Tip #2
Be Prepared. It helps to always have some evening essentials on hand at work (and at the very least, if you know you are going out at the end of the day, bring some things from home).
Some standards you might want on reserve:
-A dramatic lipstick (red is my favorite)
-blush (all yours will surely be worn off by the end of the day)
-A pair of heels or fancy dress shoes
-hairspray and a comb (you need to jazz up that hair before you go!)
-accessories (a dramatic necklace, some fun earrings)
Also, the entire transformation process should only take you about 5 minutes. The key here is quickness, so know what you want to add/take away in advance to speed up the process.
Tip #3
Have The Confidence To Try Something New. It is a great trick to try something out when you are in a hurry because you don't have time to second guess it. Once you are out and rockin' it, the compliments will come pouring in and you'll be wondering why you ever questioned it in the first place. A good place to start would be that hair accessory you've been putting off wearing or those new gigantic earrings.
So ladies, ready to plan your next after work dinner date or cocktail party? I certainly hope so!
Xoxo
Stefanie
The key to success with this transformation is planning. Make sure you bring a few key pieces to work with you in the morning and you will be all set for a night on the town.
Watch the video for the summary and read below for detailed tips on how to make your daytime look evening ready!
Tip #1
Remove The Bulk. One of the main differences between a daytime look and a nighttime look is skin. You want to show a little more of it in the evening so take off that blazer or sweater, remove those dark nylons (or add drama with some colored or lace tights), and pull your hair up showing more of your face and neck.
In the video I use a blazer/skirt combo as an example, but you can easily do the same thing with a blazer/pant combo. In that case, definitely add heels, still remove the jacket, and unbutton a few top buttons of your blouse, and add a dramatic necklace. Done.
Tip #2
Be Prepared. It helps to always have some evening essentials on hand at work (and at the very least, if you know you are going out at the end of the day, bring some things from home).
Some standards you might want on reserve:
-A dramatic lipstick (red is my favorite)
-blush (all yours will surely be worn off by the end of the day)
-A pair of heels or fancy dress shoes
-hairspray and a comb (you need to jazz up that hair before you go!)
-accessories (a dramatic necklace, some fun earrings)
Also, the entire transformation process should only take you about 5 minutes. The key here is quickness, so know what you want to add/take away in advance to speed up the process.
Tip #3
Have The Confidence To Try Something New. It is a great trick to try something out when you are in a hurry because you don't have time to second guess it. Once you are out and rockin' it, the compliments will come pouring in and you'll be wondering why you ever questioned it in the first place. A good place to start would be that hair accessory you've been putting off wearing or those new gigantic earrings.
So ladies, ready to plan your next after work dinner date or cocktail party? I certainly hope so!
Xoxo
Stefanie
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Interview & Reviews!
Hey Ladies! Just thought I'd let you know about some press I've been getting lately!
A few weeks back I was featured in NOW magazine here in Toronto.
And I just did an interview with Curvy Fashionista which is posted on her AWESOME SITE!
Our Bernadette Bow Front Dress was featured as Drool-worthy Dress of the Day on LIPS, HIPS, & FATSHION TIPS with Stiletto Siren. Yay!
Stay tuned for some awesome giveaways, sales, and a new Stylin' Video coming up in the near future!
xoxo
Stefanie
A few weeks back I was featured in NOW magazine here in Toronto.
And I just did an interview with Curvy Fashionista which is posted on her AWESOME SITE!
Our Bernadette Bow Front Dress was featured as Drool-worthy Dress of the Day on LIPS, HIPS, & FATSHION TIPS with Stiletto Siren. Yay!
Stay tuned for some awesome giveaways, sales, and a new Stylin' Video coming up in the near future!
xoxo
Stefanie
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