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I am a 58 year old woman who would like to wear more dresses. What shoe would look best for me? Something comfortable, but not frumpy. Something I could wear with long skirts as well as dress slacks and knee length dresses. An ankle boot? Please, no mules!
The Answer: // // Sling back style pumps (classic style shoes) in…
I'm 18, and have my end of school prom in the summer. We are having a 3 course meal and then are hitting the town centre afterwards! I want to wear something elegant and classy for the meal, but then something that I can wear out and not have to worry about ruining it! Any suggestions?
The Answer: // // You should select a prom dress that flatters…
I am 39 and going to an event requiring "cocktail attire" I found a nice dress like a cobalt blue/purple about knee length and a little snug... do I wear nylons? what color? and what color shoes? I have some yucky little vein issues on my legs so... ? help
The Answer: // // If you have leg vein issues wear sheer…
I have a beach wedding to attend in early May. I am a 58 year old size 16. I do not wear sleeveless. I would like to wear a dress. Can you tell me what you feel would be appropriate for me to wear. Also - long or short? The ceremony is on the beach at 4 pm with the reception immediately following at a Yacht Club.
The Answer: // // A lot depends on your height. If you…
Should a woman over 50 wear the new bright colors for jeans?
The Answer: // // The secret to being well dressed is to…
What should I wear to a birthday reception in late June from 3-5 p.m. which I am hosting for my husband who is turning 75?
The Answer: // How nice of you to host a reception for…
I'm 43 years old and want to wear a dress that is an inch above the knee with high heels. Is it appropriate to wear black opaque hose this time of year or would nude hose work? Not comfortable wearing bear legs.
The Answer: // You can wear black opaque or sheer black hose…
What clothing should a 14 year old wear?
The Answer: // Your teenage and 20's are a great time to…
My brother’s wedding is June and I want to make sure the dress I picked is right for my body type. I am about 5ft 7 in. I think I have I am an hourglass shape, but with some belly bulge (from having 2 kids). Would a dress with a high waist and tiered chiffon make me look thinner and hide my belly? I always wear shape ware and it really helps, but I just want to make sure the kind of dress I pick helps also. I am 38 years old.
The Answer: // You have the most perfect body shape, an hourglass…
I'm 42 yrs old and I'm about to attend our company's awards night, strictly formal attire. Will a brown sequined dress be acceptable? Can I wear it with a black hose & black patent high heel? Is it age appropriate for me? Please help. Thanks.
The Answer: // If your brown sequin dress is a classic/tailored style…
I'm 21 and getting my outfit ready to celebrate mine and my partners engagement. As we have got to have 2 parties due to my family being too far away i need 2 outfits, (But I don't want to have to buy 2 complete outfits.) for the first one i am going to be wearing wet look leggings with red platform heels and a long red vest top that has a red sequin panel down the front. but my dilemma is with outfit number 2 as I want to wear my wet look leggings again any my red platform heels, I have a white vest top, with white flowers at the top on the front neck line and it is quite loose fitting on the body but comes tight at the bottom waste band (as it can be worn as a dress too if you pull it right down), would this be ok???? if not what can you recommend?
The Answer: // When you say engagement party something like a LBD…
I am a 21 year old woman, 225 pounds, 5'2", and size 16 pants. I want to know what pants and shirts would look best with my frame. I have a bigger bust 38DD, and thicker thighs. I carry my weight pretty well, but I have a tummy. Also what kind of dresses I should wear comes summer. like I said my thighs are bigger, and so are my calves. but I still like the shorter styles. please help.
The Answer: // Nothing short is flattering on anyone with your height…
Can I wear mid-thigh length shorts with a T-shirt to go to a laser tag party? P.S. I'm 14 if that matters.
The Answer: // Mid-thigh length shorts with a T-shirt should look fine…
Is it appropriate for a 61 year old female to wear tights or leggings?
The Answer: // The deciding factor of whether to wear tights or…
I am making myself a 60th birthday party this summer at a winery on a Saturday night. Can you give me some suggestions on what I should wear/ I want to look and feel special as the birthday "girl". I am 5'1' and pear shaped. But I am also very trendy and stylish for my age.
The Answer: // Great idea to celebrate your big "60" this summer…
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