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What type of clothing should I bring for a trip to Marbella in January or February?

I’m going to Marbella next Wednesday for 5 days. I don’t know what type of clothes to bring winter or summer. Never been there before in the winter. Can you help?

The Answer: // Always check to see what the weather is like…

What are some stylish shoe options for walking in the city, etc.?

I will be visiting Paris, France and parts of Ireland in late September, early October 2012. I do not care for sneakers, no matter what style. What are some stylish shoe options for most of the walking in the city, etc.?

The Answer: // Good looking and stylish walking shoes that are comfortable…

Are shearling lined boots with lug soles too casual to wear during the day in Paris?

I am going to Paris this month and want to take high boots. The ones I have are tan leather with shearling lining and lug sole. Is this boot too casual to wear during the day with a Pea Coat?

The Answer: // How lucky to be visiting Paris! Your high tan…

What clothing should I bring for a hotel stay?

I am 51 yrs old, 5feet 2 inches. I am going off to a hotel stay with some friends and don't know what to wear? Thanks

The Answer: // List the activities you will be doing on your…

Can I wear a brown & black jacket, pants & black pumps to a wedding rehearsal?

Going to wedding rehearsal Oct 15th in Brooklyn, 6 PM. I have a Joseph Ribkoff jacket, chocolate mousse with black print and pairing with a wide leg trouser. Black pump. I 've been advise this is not a good. Traveling to wedding so don't have a traveling closet. I am 62, 5'5" and a size 2 or 4. I am in need of help here. I had a long swing skirt and i returned that I got the pants. Now I have been told "No" to that choice.

The Answer: // A chocolate mousse jacket, with black print and a…

Is early October too early to wear black velvet pants to the theatre (NYC)?

Is early October too early to wear black velvet pants to the theatre (NYC)?

The Answer: // Black velvet pants will be fabulous for theatre going…

Is a cream-colored sweater with 3/4 length sleeves OK for October in NYC?

Is a cream-colored sweater with 3/4 length sleeves OK for October in NYC? Going there on our 19th anniversary trip and don't want to look like a tourist or a hick.

The Answer: // If the cream colored sweater you are planning to…

What sort of jewelry would you suggest wearing with a black gown & jacket edged with rhinestones?

I'm going on a cruise and one of the formal outfits I'm wearing is a black long gown and jacket edged with rhinestones. It's very elegant, with a slit and ruffle up one side. What sort of jewelry would you suggest? The neckline is scooped somewhat low, but not plunging. I also have patent black peep toe stilettos and black stockings to go with.

The Answer: // Your dress sounds gorgeous. Try just wearing pearl &…

How can I dress for a trip to Spain and keep my costs down?

I live in New York and visiting Spain in September 2011 for the 1st time. Can you advise me how to dress up for less money?

The Answer: // Find out what activities you will be doing in…

What type of top should I wear with dark denim wide-legged jeans at night in Italy in September?

What type of top should I wear with dark denim wide-legged jeans at night in Italy in late September?

The Answer: // Italy in September sounds fabulous. A fitted style top…

Can I wear a linen metallic pant suit in Florida in October?

I am going to Orlando, Florida in October and was wondering if I can wear a linen metallic pant suit??????

The Answer: // Since the weather is warm / summer like in…

What can a 5’ 1” woman 150 pounds wear on a Caribbean cruise?

Please give advice on what to wear to a four day cruise to the Caribbean. I'm 5'1 and 150 pounds with a pear shape figure.

The Answer: // Pear shape body types are wide in the hip…

What can a 5’ 1”, 154 pound woman wear on a 4 day cruise?

I'm 46 years old 5'1 154 pounds. I have an hour glass figure with measurements 35 breast, 32 waist and 44 hips. I need the perfect outfits for a 4 day cruise. What do you recommend?

The Answer: // You have the perfect body type, hour glass. Because…

What should I wear to the Wisconsin Dells?

What should I wear to the Wisconsin Dells?

The Answer: // The Dells is a great vacation spot and called…

What should I pack for the Bahamas?

What should I pack for the Bahamas?

The Answer: // Check the weather before you pack. It should be…
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