Here at BraveGirl, we are all about looking the classy type of sexy. There's enough summer left that showing skin strategically is a relevant topic. It's all about showing off what you've got without showing it all.
I found an article from instyle.com that gives fifty tips on how to do just that. It gives us fifty tips - I'm going to post the first 10 and give the link for the rest. I'd be interested to see what everybody thinks, please leave comments and let's open the discussion.
The 50 Best Fashion tips of all time:
1. Show Skin Strategically
Looking
truly sexy involves knowing what to bare—and what to keep under wraps.
Otherwise, where's the mystery? "Choose one—only one—body part and show
it off," advises Jen Rade, stylist to Jenna Fischer and Angelina Jolie. "If it's cleavage, don't show your legs. If it's your legs, stay covered on top."
2. Round Up White Button-Downs
They
elevate jeans and keep ball skirts from drifting into fantasy-land. But
all that mileage comes at a cost: a short shelf life. So buy three,
don't overbleach (which can cause yellowing), and refresh regularly.
3. Accessorize in Brights
If
you've got a closet full of neutrals—be they navy, black, camel, or
gray—add energy with boldly hued shoes and bags. Not only is a hunter
green satchel more lively than ho-hum black, but it's also surprisingly
versatile. Feeling really brave? Wear a neutral base with shoes and a
bag in two different complementary colors.
4. Think in Multiples
Take a cue from Jackie O,
who had a closet full of sheath dresses. If you find an especially
flattering fit right off the rack, go ahead and buy doubles. When it
works, why question it?
5. Know Your Stretch
The
secret formula for a soft but formfitting T? 95% cotton, 5% Lycra
spandex. For jeans to hold their shape, they need at least 2% Lycra.
6. Hem Your Pants for a Shoe Height
"The
biggest mistake women make is wearing pants that aren't the right
length for their shoes," says stylist Kate Young. To fix this, hem to
either heels or flats—no going back. Generally, hems should just graze
the tops of your shoes and be from 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch off the floor.
7. Throw On a Scarf
It's
the ultimate accessory according to a host of the best-dressed women we
interviewed. Stash one in your purse or carry-on to transform simple Ts
in the time it takes to make a knot.
8. Go Hands-Free for Evening
A
dressy bag with a chain helps you hold crudités and a cocktail—plus, it
lends a cool edge to evening wear, says stylist Cher Coulter. Wear the
chain diagonally across your body for the best effect.
9. Consider the Wear and Care
Before
you buy, try to gauge how a piece might hold up after a few washings.
And don't shell out for clothes you can't, or won't, take care of. If
you know you'll never hand-wash that embellished sweater or fancy bra,
walk away.
10. Embrace Your Shape
"Once you know which silhouettes flatter you, filter trends ruthlessly," says designer Shoshanna Gruss.
For instance, if you're petite and shapely, it's best to avoid tall
columns and billowy maxis even if you love them. Go for a dress with a
defined waist and just-above-the-knee hem.
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