Trying out a new trend can sometimes feel intimidating, especially if it is something bold and revealing. The thing about fashion is it needs to make one feel good, not awkward or self-conscious. Some trends are described as non-wearable, meaning…
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If there is one theme, to sum up this years trend in sports gear for your hiking or biking, it is “be bold!”. The message is to try something new whether in your equipment, dress or other accessory. And as…
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Many of us have had to stop, wonder and give careful consideration to the problem of how to help our kids dress in the manner they like and then how are we going to pay for the clothing? When my…
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YES, banning underweight girls from runway shows is a start towards a healthier industry. Currently, bookers (the representatives of fashion companies) encourage models to stay rail thin to snag jobs. My daughter was a model for two years, from 2005…
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We are inclined to think that all American pioneers were dressed in homespun and buckskin. However, such was not the case in fashionable circles in the early days of Texas. One Texas governor, Francis R. Lubbock, reminisced that in 1838,…
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Designer children’s clothes are big business in today’s society. A lot of parents want their children to wear the best, no matter what the cost is. If you want your child to have some of the trendiest styles available and…
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Kids fashion can be traced back from early years to now. Before we talk about kids fashion, we should understand the background of fashion. Its definition and how fashion is determined to be fashionable. We can trace kids fashion as…
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Most people will think that secondhand clothes are undesirable. They scoff at them and look at them funny, just because previous people have used them. And, worst of all, if you buy secondhand clothes and people know it, you might…
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With today’s economy on a slowdown, parents need to budget themselves when it comes to purchasing clothing for their children. Gas prices are nearing $4 per gallon and the price of milk, bread and even rice is skyrocketing. You still…
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I have two words for you CLEARANCE RACKS! Who says that when you buy something for your children, that they must wear it right then? Who says that you can’t find something for your children on a clearance rack that…
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There is nothing I love more than going shopping, especially when it comes to kids wear. As a mother of three I’m constantly on the prowl for outfitting my kids. Whether they are off to school, a play date, or…
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Clothing sales can bring out the spontaneous shopper within you. But, that doesn’t mean that you can’t shop wisely. Even these sales can put a dent in your wallet if you aren’t careful. The following tips will help you shop…
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I am sure this scenario has happened to a lot of parents: You buy your children clothes and then what seems like only days later, there are holes in the knees of pants or stains that won’t come out. With…
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With everyone looking to make a deal and save some bucks these days, consignment stores are seeing a surge in business. The standard ways of saving money, such as clipping coupons or buying items when they are on clearance, still…
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Ross Dress for Less is one of the best discount stores in existence. Not only are their prices fair, but the quality of the products that they offer is almost unbeatable. One of the best bargains that you will find…
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Jeans are a necessary fashion item, but they can get expensive. However, you don’t have to settle for spending more than you bargain for. If you want to purchase cheap jeans, you have to shop and spend wisely. Thrift stores…
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Now that my oldest daughter has reached “preteen” stage, shopping has become a whole new challenge. Torn between “little girl” and “wannabe 15”, my daughter wants to be a tomboy, cute, fashionable, sweet, and cool all at the same time!…
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In this day and age of recycling, we often tend to forget the simplest way to get more mileage out of clothes -sharing. Most of us have clothes in our closets that we either never wore or are tired of…
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So your daughter has grown up and is now a pre-teen. You remember those days right? When you wanted to fit in socially at school and be popular? Well now your daughter is at that age and you have to…
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I for one, certainly feel that ethical fashion is embracing new production methods, in order to provide the fashion industry with stylish designs but yet at the same time protecting the environment with which it previously had such a great…
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To get the most value out of kids fashion, you have to know fashion and know your kids. You also have to have a good dollop of common sense and a strong temperament! The first question you have to ask…
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I’m an Australian mother of six children. I have a condition with my back and my husband is on a carers pension to look after the simple tasks I am not capable of.As neither of us are working full time…
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Polo Ralph Lauren for kids. Do we honestly think that it will be worth it, because it is expensive. We know thatit looks good, but image is not everything. Kids do not get noticed these days bytheir elders, but other…
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This year mothers can breathe a sigh of relief that the low rise jeans and midriff tops are no longer the trendiest fashions for 2008. The new look for girls is much more modest, but still very feminine and sassy. Hannah…
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No child is built alike, although all clothes are made as if they are! Just because the size in a pair of jeans says one thing, does not mean they will fit your child. There are a few things to…
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Summertime and the shoes should be easy – easy for you and your girls! The shoes should be easy, but appropriate for growing, playing, active feet, and busy moms who need easy shoe maintenance. The first consideration must be your…
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Wouldn’t it be great to be able to wear the latest fashions and look amazing in them? Sadly, not all dress trends are flattering to every body shape. It pays to know which dress style will be most flattering for…
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I recently saw one of my colleagues with a beautiful top. It looked like she had paid a fortune for it, on the high street since the top looked brand new, it was white, long and had a beautiful design…
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Even during the global economic crisis shadow, most of people still expect to dress well and decently as to maintain a great personal or professional image. While watching the soaring price of garment and handling an unpleasant pay cut, you…
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Some people look down on thrift stores. They think that these stores are full of dirty, useless things. But, in fact, these stores can offer a lot more than just a seemingly “bad” reputation. Thrift stores can offer special finds…
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