Skirt length

Hems should not hit at the widest part of your calf. Go longer or shorter for the most attractive look.

Closet Inventory

To do a closet inventory, sort through and try on outfits, identifying which items need repair, alterations, updated accessories, etc. Make a list of any new items and accessories you´ll need to complete your wardrobe for the season.

Slimming Colors

Wearing solid, dark colors from head to toe will slim and elongate the body. Avoid horizontal stripes that would broaden your figure.

Jacket too tight

If your jacket gaps when buttoned it´s too tight!

Shopping for Bargains

If a garment does not fit well or harmonize with your personal color scheme it´s not a bargain.

Linen for Summer

Linen is a super cool summer fabric since it absorbs moisture and dries incredibly fast.

Best Skirt Length

Skirt length should never hit at the widest part of calves - either above or below.

Jacket hemlines

Jacket hemlines should never stop at the widest part of the hips or thighs.

Best Swimsuit for Wedge Figures

If your shoulders are broader than your hips, you will look best in halter-style swimsuits with bust support, bi-color suits and blouson styles. Avoid skirted suits, ruffles at the bust and strapless or skimpy tops wihtout support.

Linen Care

Linen can be hand-washed in Woolite and lukewarm water. Iron linen when wet.

Visually enlarge

You can visually enlarge an area with bright, light colors.

What to wear

Wear hosiery and removable shoulder pads when you shop for versatility when trying on clothes.

Rear Too Flat

You can de-emphasize a rear that is too flat by wearing a tunic top and avoiding rear pockets on skirts and slacks.

Cotton

Cotton is the ideal fabric for summer. It´s comfortable, affordable, washable, durable, absorbent and great looking. Avoid dry-cleaning cottons since they tend to get dingy in the process.

Consider all costs

Consider the cost of having a garment altered or tailored. Additional costs can sometimes add up to more than a garment is worth.

Closet Organization

Organize your closet by color and then by piece. Separate suits into "jacket" and "skirts" categories for more versatility in creating outfits.

Jacket Fit

Jackets should allow ample room in the shoulders, back and sleeves. Arms should be able to move and bend comfortably.

Shoulder Seams

Shoulder seams should extend 1/4 to 1/2 inch over the natural shoulder line unless the garment is cut with an intentional dropped shoulder.

Silk Needs to Breathe

Take silks out of their plastic bags when they´ve come back from the cleaners. They need to breathe.

Sweater Storage

To store sweaters: 1) Lay sweater flat to smooth out wrinkles. 2) Fold in half - shoulder to shoulder - aligning sleeves and the bottom of the sweater. 3) Place a plastic hanger (uncoated wire hangers may cause creases) at the armpit. 4) Drape the sleeves and body of the sweater over the hanger, like a shawl, to prevent shoulders from pulling out of shape.