Fashions that work for women with curves.

 
In the fashion world, women's bodies must be slim -- almost straight up and down, in fact. In the real world, however, more women have bodies with curves. Sometimes their bodies curve quite a bit more in one area than they do in another.
Too often, real women with curves feel that fashionable clothes weren't made with their bodies in mind. What looks good on those willowy models might look ridiculous on them -- if it fits at all.

Varying Fashion trends for men

 

Men's fashion in the 2000s is now as indefinable as women's fashion has been for the past few years. Gone are the days when men couldn't look fashionable with those uninteresting shirts and mundane trousers. Looking good is not only a woman's privilege. Each year, trends for men's fashion are predicted, but hardly have they followed any fashion trends. Hence, they escape stylish clothing.

Even if they go for shopping their last option would be on safe shirt and predictable trousers. For younger males, hip hop culture has highlighted many trends for men's fashion, while older males are increasingly aware of tailoring, and making a garment fit right for their body shape, rather than going with the fashion trend.

Trends for men have always been a tricky issue. You need to make a statement, and yet not overdo it. For the men who want to get started with this voguish experiment, this year is not a year to go too bold with colors, whereas shades of blue and black are set to rule. Denims continue to rule 2014 and printed shirts and jackets will also be a hit. You can set your mood to make yourself look different from the crowd with slim, narrow trend with slush of colors.

A Guide To Men’s Shirt & Tie Combinations

Shirt, Meet Tie

Some men have terrible taste in shirts and ties – a quick glance around your work place will confirm it.
For those unfortunate enough to be confined to suits for the majority of their working week, fashion has to take a back seat. Corporate suits can often be mind-numbingly dull and the sea of miserable faces trudging to work every morning is, to my mind, a mix of both work-based hatred and the realisation that they really don’t know how to match up their shirts and ties.
Getting creative with your shirt and tie combinations is one of the best ways to showcase your love of fashion and style within a formal environment, but they’re extremely easy to get wrong. After all, colours and patterns can be confusing individually, but when you start mixing them together, all hell can break loose.
With this in mind, today we bring you our basic guide to men’s shirt and tie pairings…

Colour Wheel Basics

The concept of colour matching continues to stump even the most stylish of men. But the problem you have with combining shirts and ties is that, unless you want your work wardrobe to be very, very dull, you will at some point have to tackle the issue of colour – getting to grips with it once and for all.
The best place to start is with the colour wheel:

The colour wheel above offers you a visual representation of every shade and, more importantly, the similar, complementary and contrasting colours of each. It’s all very simple really: the sections on either side of the colour in question are similar, directly opposite is complementary and contrasting hues are separated by three sections of the wheel.

Cool fashion tips for balding men

 
Thinning hairline for men doesn't mean the end of life. Here are few fashion tips you can follow
A thinning hairline is the worst nightmare for men. And though you cannot completely stop that from happening, you can definitely embrace it with style. Here are few fashion tips that will make you fall in love with your baldness.

10 Signs It's Time to Leave Your Hairstylist. Because sometimes, it's just time to go.

 

Any woman can tell you that once we find a stylist we love, it’s a true sigh of relief. They understand your hair texture, your lifestyle and your budget. And that combination is very, very hard to come by. But there are clear moments when you realize that not only is it time to change your ’do, but your stylist too. And if you don’t know the signs, don’t worry. Here are the top 10 red flags that assure you when it’s time to go.

 
1. You have to redo your hair when you leave the salon. You’ve just spent $60 (or possibly more) only to leave the salon, hop in your car, and “fix it.” Your stylist should be able to style your hair the way that you want. You are paying for a service, so you should get what you desire. (Within reason. Remember, they are beauticians not magicians.)
 
2. Your stylist wants to trim your hair every visit. Beware of the “every four weeks trimmer.” If your stylist is convincing you to trim your hair every four weeks (with no split ends), you will never retain length. So all this “My hair isn’t growing” talk is not true. It’s growing, but your stylist keeps trimming it when it doesn’t need to be cut. That trim sets you back another $20, too! A lot of stylists these days suggest every six to eight weeks, which is much more reasonable.

Simple Solutions to the 10 Biggest Shoe Problems

Make your footwear more functional and comfortable with these tips and products

 

Shoes that feel as cozy as slippers in the store can become just the opposite after an evening out or a couple weeks of wear. And few stores allow customers to return worn shoes. The shoe’s material and construction could be the problem, or it could be fit. “Sizes in even the most expensive shoes don’t accommodate individual lengths and widths of feet,” says Linda O’Keefe, author of Shoes: A Celebration of Pumps, Sandals, Slippers and More.

1. Too Tight Straps
While many leather straps stretch with wear, you can shorten the breaking-in process with water. H2O can gently stretch leather, molding it to the shape of your foot, says Meghan Cleary, author of Shoe Are You? Before you wear shoes out the first time, spritz them with “a light spray of plain water,” she says. “Wear them around until dry.”

2. Blisters
These are most likely to crop up on the bottoms of feet because of friction between your feet’s soles and the shoe’s. To avoid blisters, line each shoe with moleskin foam, which creates a cushion. The padding absorbs friction with a layer of cotton over the foam. “Adhere it to the inside of each shoe before the first time you wear them,” suggests Cleary.


3. Arch Pain
Shoes that cause this likely don’t provide enough support in the middle of your foot. Stick to brands known for supportive kicks, including Cole Haan, Clarks and Onex, suggests Kimberly Ade, a stylist at Keri Blair Image Experts in Denver. Or at the very least, “opt for wedges instead of skinny heels,” she says. Wedges distribute weight away from the ball of your foot and more evenly throughout the shoe. And when you wear heels, choose ones that are shorter than three inches, adds Ade. But if most shoes make your arches ache, orthotics, custom-fitted shoe inserts from a podiatrist, may help…for a price. They can set you back $800.

4. Sweaty Feet
Too-small shoes can heat up your tootsies and cause blisters. To get a better fit, “only buy shoes at the end of the day when your feet may be swollen and tired,” suggests O’Keefe. Even if the shoe fits, the material may turn up the temperature. Save patent leather and rubber for colder times of year, and opt for breathable canvas and natural leather in warmer weather. And if you’re wearing socks, choose cotton ones, rather than those with artificial fabrics, to absorb sweat. One more trick: Cleary recommends sprinkling baby or shoe deodorizing powder in shoes before wearing them to soak up moisture while they’re on your feet.  

5. Cuts on the Back of Your Heels
Shoes that dig into your skin can be some of the most painful to wear. While you may think they’re too snug, the problem is more likely that they’re too big. Overly spacious shoes let feet shift around and are the biggest reason for cuts, says Ade. Consider taping heel pads into the back of your shoes. The cushion “prevents your heel from moving in and out of the shoe and skin from getting cut,” Ade explains.

6. Calluses
The hard, dead skin that can form on the soles of feet and the sides of big toes can be tough to get rid of. But prevention starts with choosing well-fitting shoes. “Avoid jamming your foot into a shoe that’s too small or narrow,” says Cleary. Another good idea: Wear socks or tights in shoes, which can thwart unwanted friction. “If you already have calluses, soak, pumice and moisturize your feet often.” Or use a foot file to slough them off.


7. Heels Sinking into Grass
Attending a dressy outdoor wedding? Rethink the stilettos. Many types of heels sink into the ground and even thick carpet, making maneuvering tricky and dancing next to impossible. If you must wear skinny heels, tack on a heel cap that adds surface area to the bottom of your heel, lowering your chances of getting stuck in the ground. Otherwise, stick to wedges, which elongate legs like heels do, but are more comfortable outdoors.

8. Scuffed Leather
A single visible scratch can make nice, new shoes look like old, poorly made ones. While there’s no way to completely avoid scratching leather shoes, polishing shoes you wear often can help, says Ade. “The more you polish, the less likely scratches are to form,” she explains. For best results, once a month, wash the shoe before polishing; then, use a cream-based polish and buff with a soft cloth. Keep in mind that patent leather is more prone to deep scratching, Ade adds.

9. Wobbly Heels
You’re walking around when BAM—your heel detaches from the sole. How embarrassing. Not all shoes have a sturdy metal shank that connects the inner sole to the heel. So before you buy, walk around the store to make sure the heels aren’t wobbling. Ade says chunkier heels are better bets. Whatever shoes you purchase, “don't rock back and forth in them; that’ll weaken the attachment,” Ade points out. If heels do detach, a cobbler can reattach them for about $20—which may or may not be worth it depending on the original shoe cost.

10. Soles Wearing Off
Dressier shoes’ soles can quickly become scuffed from hitting the street, resulting in tattered-looking footwear. Try sole protectors, which make soles extra-durable and slip-resistant. “Adding rubber soles to the bottom of shoes or heel taps can extend the life of the soles and heels,” Cleary explains. Ask a cobbler to add rubber soles; the service runs anywhere from $15 to $30.

Below are 9 Tips for Dressing sharp as a young man.

Tip #1 for Sharp-Dressed Young Men: Dress Your Footwear Up

Starting from the ground up, appropriate-fitting footwear is the first step to dressing sharp. A traditional school of thought that’s still alive and well claims you can judge a man by his shoes. If you’ve never owned really good shoes before, brace yourself and get ready to pay a significant amount of money for well-made, classic footwear. You may be shocked at the sticker price for well-crafted shoes, but the quality and comfort pay dividends down the road. A good pair of dress shoes will last you years and stay good-looking with nothing more than some light cleaning and the occasional shine. Quality leather footwear Elfashion.com isn’t a luxury for the excessively rich — it’s a necessity for any man.

Classic footwear is just as important as classic clothing

Tip #2 for Sharp-Dressed Young Men: Dress to Look Older

The way you dress is the way you are perceived. If you’re still wearing clothes that scream “student days” you’re going to be treated like a boy with no experience in the real world. Buck the trend, age your look a little, and get the respect you deserve from older men. That means raiding your wardrobe and getting rid of the majority of your ultra-casual clothes: T-shirts, cargo pants, jean shorts,

3 Style Tips for Large Men: The Big Man’s Guide to Sharp Dressing

3 Style Tips for Large Men: The Big Man’s Guide to Sharp Dressing

 Whether you’re round-bellied, broad-shouldered, big-bottomed, or all three at once, you can look comfortable, stylish, and suave with a little savvy dressing.

“Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society.” -Mark Twain

 

 We’ll get into specific styles and outfits in a bit, but there are a few things that should always be on your mind if you’re purchasing clothing for a bigger body:

 

 1. Fit

It’s true for any man, and doubly so for large men: the fit of your clothing is its most important quality.
If you’ve got bulges, wrinkles, or sagging cloth, it’s going to make your outline look sloppy. On a large man, the effect gets amplified, and it looks even worse. Many large men dress in clothes that are several sizes too big, thinking they are disguising their physique. But baggy clothes don’t fool anyone and in fact draw more attention to your weight while downgrading your overall appearance and the impression you make.
There’s also a simple comfort issue here: the better the fit, the more comfortable your clothes feel, which is good for your mood and for your appearance.
So your first consideration with any garment should always be the fit. You want the cloth to rest lightly on your body — not hugging it tight and not hanging off your skin with visible folds of extra cloth.

Styles That Turn Ladies’ Heads

Let’s face it, you don’t want to think about fashion 24/7. You just want to know which duds drive women crazy, and then wear them. So to make your life easier/more sex-filled, we asked female stylists to share their favorite men’s outfits and pieces. Here’s what they said. Take notes, and don’t be surprised if you end up with what we call “Draper Game.”

T-shirt, jeans and blazer “Guys love to wear jeans and a T-shirt. But women love it if you show just a little more effort and throw on a blazer. A blazer makes it an actual outfit.” —Nisonja McGary, stylist who has dressed guys like Jamie Foxx and Tom Cruise

Bright chinos, white dress shirt, leather travel bag “Colorful chinos really add some spice to your outfit. And a great leather travel bag will definitely impress a woman.” —Molly Rose Pasman, stylist at the men’s outfitter Trunk Club in Chicago

Leather jacket, T-shirt and jeans “A great-fitting leather jacket is a must-have. Wear it with a V-neck tee and jeans or a Henley and jeans. It’ll never go out of style.” —Toni Ferrara, stylist for guys like Matthew McConaughey and Ryan Seacrest

Eye-catching watch “We always look at watches. That’s something that gets women’s attention. It doesn’t have to be expensive, just something that stands out.” —McGary

Something bright and playful “When a guy thinks outside the box and wears a bright shirt or a colorful tie, we really love that. It always puts a smile on our faces.” —McGary

Great-fitting jeans “Guys don’t want to see girls in Mom jeans. We don’t want to see you in super baggy jeans, either. They should fit you really well. We like to see your tush.” —Ferrara

Sharp shoes or boots “Women love to buy shoes for themselves. So it makes sense they’re going to pay close attention to a guy’s shoes as well. For a lot of women, it’s the first thing they look at.” —Pasman

Tailored suit “Every man needs one tailored suit. Buy it off the rack at a department store and have it tailored there or at the dry cleaners. It will feel as comfortable as a pair of jeans.” —McGary

 

 

10 Fashion Tips for Black Men

When considering these 10 fashion tips for black men, be thankful that most of the work is already done for you. Your melanin makes you unique in itself, but depending on the hue of your skin there are some fashion styles and colors that work better than others. Here are 10 useful fashion tips for black men.

 Hair styles should be neat and groomed. Whether you like to sport it short or long, it should be groomed and neat at all times. Reserve the bald head for black men who have the right shape of head. You already know if that is you or not. If it is you, then march tall. But if you don't have the right head for it, leave it alone. Instead, consider growing your hair out and wearing it natural. Maybe some short twists or a nice, short, shaped hair cut. Whichever style you choose, consider getting it professionally done to ensure your look is tight. Build your fashion around your natural looks!

 Avoid flip flops. If your are a fan of sandals, avoid flip flops at all costs, unless of course you are trying to present a feminine side. Flip flops are shower shoes and not fashion statements, and should remain in the shower. Instead, steer towards the sandals that only expose the feet through small vents in the sides and in the top of the shoe. This type of sandal allows you to keep your masculine presence and cool your feet at the same time. They also go well with jeans, and long Khaki shorts.

 The right underwear for the right man. Boxers are a must if you want to show masculinity. Briefs are for little boys and bikini underwear is for boys who like boys. A women looking for a heterosexual man isn't going to give you a second look if you have on briefs or bikini underwear. Another plus for boxers is they fall nicely around the hip area and can highlight a black man's six pack like no other.

 Sort out the colors that work with your skin tone. Black men with darker skin tones should stay clear of the darker colors and focus on colors that are soft and not too bright. For example, stay away from blacks and browns and make friends with beige and creams. Some black men can pull off pink, especially if they have darker skin, but it needs to be a soft pink and not neon. Light-skinned black men can work with the blacks and darker colors to create contrast and should stay away from the pale pinks, greens and light blue colors. The colors you use dictate your level of fashion.