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I really need some help. I've been invited to a friends Sweet Sixteen party and I have only a small clue of what I want to wear and I need your help. The party is going to have loud music, bright lights, etc (kind of a rave theme), but my friend said we could wear whatever we want (some people are wearing party dresses, others are wearing jeans and tee's). It's quite obvious that I'm not a girly girl so the dress is out of the question. I'm planning on wearing some dark-washed jeans, flats, and a nice top with some jewelry. I own the jeans but I need to buy the flats, top and jewelry and I have no idea what styles to go with. I'm very short, I'm barely 5'1' and I'm not fat but I'm a bit chubby, I'm not gonna lie. Please Help. I really want to look nice.
The Answer: // A Sweet Sixteen party is an opportunity to celebrate!…
Is it proper to wear ankle boots with skirts or long dresses? I know they would look best with tights, but I am extremely knocked kneed and can't wear them. I an 78 if that is relevant.
The Answer: // Age should not be a factor if what you…
I am accepting a national award at a conference in March. I am 57, 5'6", average build [not skinny, could lose 20 pounds], size 10 or 12), dark brown hair. Is it better to wear bold colors, bright lipstick, etc.? Or is neutral with one focus point more effective? I don't want to look garish, but I don't want to look bland, either.
The Answer: // Congratulations on receiving a National Award. A bold color…
What color of nylons should I wear with a cobalt blue, sheath dress to a dinner dance at a country club. I am 50 years old and live in the north so bare legs is not an option.
The Answer: // Stockings are more polished looking than bare legs especially…
I'm 13 years old, 5 feet 7 inches and skinny (not chubby but somewhere in the middle). I have quite long dark brown hair and dark blue eyes, fairly tanned skin and I suit mostly cold colors. I love denim,especially jeggings. What type of casual clothes should I wear? They needs to be comfortable but pretty. Thanks.
The Answer: // Sounds like you have a nice figure for a…
Business meeting in NYC. I am 61 years old. size 10. Trying to decide what to wear to this important meeting: 1- black pencil skirt, ruffled blouse, cool belt, black sweater...boots that KILL my feet, but look great....or...heels...with black tights? hose? or 2- black wool pants, black turtleneck (loose neck), tweed jacket with very sharp stand-up-neck collar 3- white, cowl neck, above the knee dress with black tights.
The Answer: // Black is very, very chic in NYC and screams…
I am 53 and have a 6:00 PM wedding in Jan. I am planning on wearing a sleeveless, pewter color dress. What color hose or tights as I have such varicose veins. What color shoes?
The Answer: // Pewter/gray or silver color pumps or sling back style…
I'm 45 yrs old, going to a black tie party in Vegas held in a suite for a 50th birthday party. I'm wearing a little black dress. Should I wear black sheer nylons or not? If so, then I'm assuming a closed toe pump. Correct? I've heard other people are tanning or spray tanning and wearing bear legs. What do you think?
The Answer: // Generally 45 year olds do not look great with…
I am 57 years old, wide shoulders, thick waist, small hips, blonde, petite and bought from Talbot's a red jersey sleeveless dress that slightly blouses at the waist, although it is flattering. What can I top it with in cooler weather?
The Answer: // Inside top your dress off with a cardigan sweater…
I am 45yrs old, 5'll & weight 200lbs. I'm going out for a girls night (dinner & drinks) and need to find something to wear, that's not jeans & a t-shirt. Any suggestions?
The Answer: // Most women dress very casually today so a nice…
My girl friend is desperate for a job, but has a promising interview with the manager of Belks Department store, which is the only slightly upscale store in our small Texas town. She is 53, a college grad with some earlier retail experience. What should she wear to help cinch the job? I can buy whatever she needs. I thought of heels and stockings, but I lack judgement in your area. She is beautiful, slim, and sophisticated, but also down to earth. Thank you.
The Answer: // For a job in retailing a suit or dress…
I'm in my mid 60s and am going to attend a semi-formal affair. I have gotten a Marina lace and beaded grey dress to wear. What type of shoes to do you recommend? I will be on my feet all evening and don't want to limp by the time the evening is over
The Answer: // Your dress sounds great for the semi-formal affair you…
My daughter is getting married in April. I am 60 years old and my question is: Is it appropriate for me to wear panty hose to the wedding? My dress is short but dressy and I am wearing 3.5 inch silver heels.
The Answer: // Stockings or pantyhose give you a more polished look…
My niece is getting married in Sonora in February--dress code "rustic glam"--beautiful site, gravel on the ground, and cold. What to wear? I'm 51, in good shape so want to look good but not like I'm trying too hard. There's dancing! thanks--
The Answer: // Not exactly sure what "rustic-glam" means. Sonora is in…
I am in my 40's and am 5'2 and weight 200 what kind of a dress would like and appropriate on me? I am a pear shape but not that small on the top the top is okay it starts at the belly and behind and the legs are not that bad.
The Answer: // A dark color maxi style dress with a slight…
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