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The
Clothing Chronicles
June 5, 2008, #313
FashionForRealWomen.com
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In This Issue:
Message
From Diana
Feature
Article: Swimsuit
Buying Tips
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MESSAGE FROM DIANA
Were you among
the millions who caught the new "Sex and the City" movie
over the weekend? I haven't seen it yet, but one of my fashion
friends assures me that "You MUST see the clothes on a big
screen!" Evidently, a lot of women feel the same way. When was
the last time a "chick flick" out-earned an adventure movie
(Indiana Jones) at the box office? I'm curious to see how many of the
SATC styles will be copied on the street this summer.
Speaking of
copying "Sex and the City," I read an interesting article
about how some employers have to tell their workers that SATC style
is NOT appropriate for work. They're mystified why recent high school
and college grads are showing up to interview in skin-exposing
ensembles, and while some take the time to explain the rules of
dress, others simply assume the candidates aren't serious and don't
hire them. You can
read that article here.
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This doesn't
surprise me at all. In fact, I was asked about this very topic so
much LAST summer that I did a tele-seminar about it called
"Career Building Style: How to Use Your Appearance to Advance
Your Career." If you're new to the workforce, or know a recent
graduate who could use a few tips, I'd encourage you to grab a copy
of that seminar: |
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http://www.fashionforrealwomen.com/career
So what's on
tap for today's article?
A
much-requested encore of this perennially perplexing problem: how to
buy a swimsuit that fits and flatters.
Enjoy!
Diana
diana@fashionforrealwomen.com
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FEATURE ARTICLE
Swimsuit
Buying Tips
Swimsuit.
Perhaps no
other single word conjures up more emotion than this summer staple.
Because women are SO critical of their bodies, shopping for a
swimsuit ranks right up there with root canals and moving as one of
life's least-favorite activities. It's not uncommon to try on two
dozen swimsuits and not buy one.
But fear not.
Whether you're in great shape or just wish you were, there's a
swimsuit out there just for you.
Here's how you
can find it:
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If you have a
noticeable tummy bulge (tummy extends further out than your breasts),
look for a suit with a tummy control panel and diagonal features
(like dark stripes or a sarong style wrap) that help disguise the fact.
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The most
slimming styles for any shape have darker colors, moderately cut
legs, and vertical or diagonal lines or prints.
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Choose tummy
control panels to slenderize. |
AlwaysForMe.com |
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Avoid halter
strap styles if you have sloping shoulders.
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Two-tone suits
can be very flattering if the high color contrast is from the bust
line upward. This draws the eye to the face.
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Beware of high
contrast at the waist or hip line if you are thick waisted or large hipped.
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To make
breasts look bigger, choose a top that's a bright color or that has
embellishments like ruffles or beading. |
Chadwicks.com |
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To make large
breasts look smaller, opt for surplice (diagonal) wrap styles in a
dark color.
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If you are a
C-cup or larger, look for swimsuits with underwires for a flattering lift.
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Don't try to
hide wide hips or a round bottom under a flowing skirt or with a
ruffle attached at the hip. Both will make the area look larger. Opt
for high-cut legs and eye-catching details at the neckline instead to
draw attention up and away from your hips.
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If you feel
the need to cover up your legs when you're lounging by the pool or
strolling through the hotel lobby, do so with a matching sarong that
reaches to your knees or calves. Do not go longer than knee length if
you are petite.
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For a perfect
fit, consider having a suit altered or even custom made. This is
standard fair on the beauty pageant circuit, where a flattering fit
is crucial. Contact reputable dressmakers or seamstresses in your area. |
JessicaLondon.com |
PROPER
SWIMSUIT CARE AND STORAGE
To keep your
swimsuit looking its best and enjoy the maximum wear, take the time
to care for it properly.
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Hand wash in
cold water with mild soap as soon as possible after wearing to get
rid of suntan oil, chlorine, and salt water. Neglect destroys the
spandex fibers, resulting in broken white threads on the fabric's surface.
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Hang to dry -
but not in direct sun.
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Do not machine
wash your swimsuit unless the label says to do so. Never dry your
suit in the dryer because the heat will damage the elastic.
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Check the
label before wearing. Some manufacturers recommend that you NOT wear
the suit in hot tubs or whirlpools.
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If you'll be
swimming a lot, get two suits so you'll always have a dry one ready
and waiting for you.
Don't stress
over finding "the perfect" swimsuit. There are plenty out
there that can do you justice. Just play up your assets, conceal your
trouble spots, and walk with confidence, whatever your shape or size.
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Until next time,
Diana Pemberton-Sikes
diana@fashionforrealwomen.com
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