Author Archive: Aisling Ashbery

Houndstooth is one of those classic patterns that never really leaves the store racks.  It may be less prevalent at some times, but the pattern itself is classic enough to always be in style.  What changes, however, are those things…
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Choosing a swimsuit can be daunting.  Since swimsuits are, on average, much more revealing than regular clothing, it is more difficult to find suits that camouflage the different hang-ups we all have about our bodies.  But though it may be…
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There’s nothing more heartbreaking than finding the elusive perfect pair of jeans on a store rack, only to find after the first washing that you can no longer zip them up.  While many jeans will shrink slightly in the wash…
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There are basically two different reasons you would patch jeans.  The first is to repair a hole, and the second is to add a decoration.  Since they both have different functions, their method of application is very different as well. …
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Though having large breasts is certainly nothing to be ashamed of, all women who do know that it’s essential to dress them properly.  If your clothes give too much emphasis to your breasts, it can send a trashy message, even…
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Balloon skirts represent the fun, flirty, carefree attitude of fashion at the moment.  They are a lighthearted trend, and can be a great addition to the wardrobe of anyone who likes to play with fashion.  But they also come with…
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Running is one of the most difficult activities to choose a sports bra for.  You need to have a bra that keeps your breasts supported, but does not cause too much pressure.  This is harder than it sounds, considering that…
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Clothes offer you a way to work on the shape that others see your body.  It’s all about proportion and silhouette.  If you think about these things when choosing your clothes and putting together your wardrobe, you can emphasize or…
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Women of all shapes and sizes want to be regarded as fashionable, despite the horrible “thin is in” mantra.  But while we may not like it, there’s no denying that the majority of models are stick-thin – and that the…
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Jeans are one of the most common staples of women’s wardrobes today.  Everyone needs at least one pair (preferably more than one pair) of those perfect, go-to jeans.  But not all denim is created equal.  So how do you find…
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One of the biggest trends today is to tuck jeans into some cute, stylish boots.  But this trend can be difficult to pull off, not to mention frustrating, if your jeans stubbornly refuse to remain tucked into your boots.  There…
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Prom is the one chance every girl gets to dress like a princess or a movie star – or even a movie star princess!  On such a special night you need to have the perfect dress.  But how do you…
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Argyle is a classic pattern that anyone can wear.  But argyle’s association with conservative business wear means that it can sometimes read as stuffy.  I once had a friend call her argyle sweater her “old man sweater.”  So what looks…
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If the poofy princess look just isn’t your style, then wearing a short dress to prom might be just the statement for you.  But even if you don’t mind going against the grain, you still want to make sure that…
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Too often curvy women limit themselves to boring, black outfits.  But plus-size doesn’t have to equal boring!  By knowing what to look for in clothes, you can make fashionable, flattering outfits that show off your curves in their best light. …
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T-shirts are one of the most universal fashion staples.  From a day lounging around the house to high fashion, the T-shirt has its place.  The way you wear a T-shirt can drastically change the way it looks.  Follow these tips…
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Choosing a bra that fits can be tricky, especially if you have very large or very small breasts.  It’s no secret that most women today wear the wrong bra size, but that doesn’t have to be the case.  Often women…
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Color block dresses are some of the easiest to wear.   They have the potential to look good on women size 0 to size 20, as long as you know what to look for when you shop for one.  The idea…
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Swimwear is one of the hardest things to shop for.  When looking for other garments like slacks or dresses, you can let the clothing do most of the work for you.  But with swimsuits, there simply isn’t much fabric there…
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One challenge that all athletic women face is finding a functional sports bra.  Women with large breasts especially face discomfort and even pain when trying to exercise without the proper bra.  The problem is that sports bras simply can not…
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Jeans have become an essential staple in every woman’s wardrobe.  And they are also becoming increasingly appropriate in more and more situations.  Certain jobs allow wearing dressy jeans to work.  Jeans can be dressed up for date nights and dinner…
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Many Puritan communities used to outlaw pants for women.  Since pants hug close to a woman’s curves, their style was considered sexually arousing.  It was also a no-no because of an aversion to cross-dressing; pants were seen as a man’s…
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When winter winds howl nothing is worse than a case of frozen fingers.  Whether you’re walking or driving, it’s important that you give your frigid phalanges the protection that they need.  Bare skin in the chill of winter can mean…
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Finding the right bra size can be one of the most frustrating and confusing endeavors of any woman, whether she is large or small-chested.  It would seem that bra fittings are a way to help with this stress and take…
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It is true that skinny jeans can be hard to pull of with a curvy frame, but it isn’t true that it’s impossible. Skinny jeans skim the legs all the way down.  On a curvy body, this means that they are much…
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It’s fairly easy to tell the quality of regular clothing just by looking at the fabric content tag.  If the tag lists natural fibers you’re off to a good start.  If not, you probably want to put it down and…
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The ideal message to send with your clothing at a movie premier depends on who you are attending the premier as.  If you are an artist who worked on the film, you will want to look current, chic, and creative. …
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Wearing patterns can be a fun way to experiment with color and add a little personality to your wardrobe.  But not every pattern looks good as any piece of clothing.  Floral patterns are probably one of the most popular and…
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