1. Black pants

You can pair any shirt with black pants and have the perfect work attire. They also come in many comfortable fabrics with unique cuts for all day wear and style.

2. A fitted dress

About knee length will be appropriate for work and great to wear in any season. In winter, it can be paired with boots and a sweater. In summer, it can be paired with sandals and a short sleeve cardigan.

3. White button down shirt

Any outfit looks great with a boyish white button down shirt. You can pair this with pants or a skirt for a smart, stylish look any day.

4. Black pumps

These are the perfect stylish work shoe. They go with almost any outfit and look professional but also very sexy. The best news is that they can even be paired with regular outfits for a night out as well, so they have many functions. A wardrobe essential.

5. Black boots

Where there is a need for black work shoes, there is also a need for a warmer, but stylish and smart office wear boot as well. You can pair this with the same outfits you would pair with the black pumps.

6. Khaki pants

for a little more relaxed look, you can pair shirts and blouses with a pair of khaki pants.

7. Cardigan

Of course, it is always necessary to have at least one cardigan to wear to work. Many people prefer to have a warm one for winter and a short sleeved one for the summer seasons.

8. Blazer

Just like the cardigan, the blazer is a wardrobe essential for the fashionable woman in the workplace. Blazers of all colors, styles and prints are sold, so you can pair one that fits your particular style with an outfit.

9. Straight skirt

You can pick out any color, print or cut, as long as it goes just below the knee. This will combine great style and a professional look. In addition, you can choose a high waist for heightened fashion.

10. Sweater

Sweaters are the perfect top to pair with anything. You should have at least one of these in your wardrobe. They come in many styles and colors, so you can pick the one that you prefer.

Black boots are my favorite workwear for women, what are yours?

1. Shirts:

When it comes to pear figures and the shirts they sport, it is all about elongating your torso and waist. To properly achieve this, it’s vital to avoid wearing any shirts that end above your hips. Always dress for success by ensuring your shirts and sweaters end below the hip-line. If not, then always make sure you are wearing along tank-top underneath the shorter shirt to still produce that longer look. Any shirts or sweaters that end above the hip-line will just make your hips and booty stick out even more and look short and frumpy. Bright, fun, patterned and unique tops will really draw attention from the lower half to the top half with no problem!

2. Neckline:

When it comes to necklines, surprisingly the type of line you wear can change your entire appearance. Avoid wearing: Sabrina necklines, boat-shaped necklines, square necklines and turtle-necks. You are going to want to put scoop-necklines, v-necks, off-the-shoulder necklines and strap-less necklines into place. The more flattering and cute the neckline, the more attention you draw upwards instead of downwards. Certain types of necklines can also shorten your appearance and that’s definitely something you are going to want to avoid when it comes to dressing your pear-shaped figure.

3. Accessorizing The Neck:

Scarves, scarves, scarves and more scarves! Or really fun, (non-tacky!) bold necklaces . Wearing cute, fun and outstanding necklaces and scarves will also draw attention away from your bottom half. Plus, they can be just so darn cute and really make an outfit stand out.

4. Pants:

Pants, slacks or shorts are the big, big things when dressing a pear-shaped body. Avoid straight boot-leg jeans, super clingy jeans or short-short shorts. If your shorts are too short, they may accentuate all the wrong parts or your pear-shaped bottom half and make it look HUGE. Straight-cut jeans will shorten your legs and hips, which is something you want to stir clear of. To elongate those legs and really accentuate those hips, always swing for mid-rise jeans or shorts. This will definitely give you the look you’ve been yearning for. Flares can also be a really good type of jean to try out when it comes to dressing that pear-shape. Flares will not only elongate your bottom half, but they can also draw attention away from your hips and butt by equaling them with the flared out bottoms.

5. Skirts:

Tailored skirts and pencil skirts are an absolute must for pears! Tailored skirts will help disguise that bottom-half really well and keep your shins and below looking thin. Pencil-skirts will help accentuate and smooth out your hips and bottom, all while elongating. You can bring more attention to your bosom by finding a shirt that you can tuck into either skirt, too. When it comes to picking out the perfect shirt, go for a shirt that will hang slightly over the skirt to make your top half seem almost slightly bigger than your bottom, giving you a balanced, cute look.

7. Sweaters: 

Off-the-shoulder sweaters are a major necessity for this body type! Over-sized sweaters or longer sweaters will help elongate and bring more attention to the top of your body and make your lower-half seem way smaller, too. Avoid wearing sweaters or sweatshirts with short necklines.

8. Shoes: 

]Stick with stilettos or a higher-heeled pump (especially peep-toed!) to never appear frumpy. Shorter pumps will cause a shorter, unflattering look. Also wear strappy or heeled sandals because they are perfect for pear-shaped figures. Never wear sandals that have straps that will cut off at the ankle. That will only make your legs look shorter. Go for sandals that have straps that will wrap elegantly around your leg, as well.  Wedges are also perfect for this body type and will really make a huge difference.

9. Dresses: 

Dresses are essential for most girls and when it comes down to it, for pear-shaped bodies it is hard to find the right type of dress. Empire-waists are life-saves for those with pear figures. That taken in waist will flatter both your top and bottom by drawing attention to the mid-section and it will make your body appear proportionate. The same goes with empire-waist shirts!

10. Jackets: 

Avoid (at all costs!) wearing jackets or cardigans that end above the hip-line and, therefore, are too short. Wear jackets or blazers that flare out a bit more towards the bottom and with cardigans, keep them longer and flowing down past the hips.

I am so fascinated by these dresses from Amazon. Who knew that this site would have such gorgeous wedding gown? Well I have gone threw and picked all my favorites that are sure to be looked at. There are so many to choose from, it was somewhat difficult to choose just a few. Nevertheless, here are a few from my favorites list.

1. Organza Over Satin Bridal Gown with 3d Floral Detail

Price: $339.00

I love this dress and believe that my readers will feel the same way I feel about it. The 3D floral details are what makes this dress so unique and I also like the sweetheart neckline. The price is not bad either. A great find from this site.

2.  Faironly ZB6 White Taffeta Wedding Gown Halter Neck

Price: $99.00

This gown is truly a perfect dress for that princess style wedding that so many girls want these days. I am sure many others will agree. This dress has a halter-top, to make this dress very comfortable the detailing on this dress is just amazing. The price for this dress is absolutely crazy. Anybody would be lucky to find a dress like this.

3. Faironly White Lace Crystal Bridal Wedding Dress

Price: $139.00

I love this gown because I could actually see myself in it. I love the sleeveless look and the Swarovski Crystals are so beautiful just under the breast line. A very elegant looking dress for a very special wedding.

4. Organza Draped Pick-Up with Beaded Lace Empire Style Wedding Gown

Price: $399.99

I just adore this wedding-ball gown right here. This is truly an elegant princess gown. From the strapless look to the ruffled bottom, you are sure to look like a princess on your wedding day in this gown. I am sure my readers will agree with me on this one. It’s back has a gorgeous lace up look and the top just accentuates every curve you have. Such a bright white color would look so good against that glowing skin of women that are happy to be getting married.

5. Winey Bridal Appliqués White with Black Lace Sweep Train Wedding Dress

Price: $139.99

This dress caught my eye because of the gorgeous black lace around it. It adds just a touch of uniqueness that I just love. The length of the train is perfect and gives it such a beautiful look. The back buttons up with the large buttons that I like. I just cannot get over how pretty the black is on this dress, especially the back of it. I know many people do not like color, but it has gotten so popular within the last ten to fifteen years, and I love it.

 Well I hope that you found these dresses as beautiful as I did. Amazon has some amazing dresses and they are great for saving some money on that huge wedding of yours. I find that the big puffy gowns are the best; however, those sleek dresses are quickly going up to the top of my list.

Dip-dye, colored ends, gradient. Whatever it is called, the ombre hair look is in and it is in with a variety of different colors. Celebrities are sporting this hot look in huge numbers, and it is catching on with everyone.

What is ombre hair? The concept is simple. It is one hair color that is slowly faded into another hair color. The point of transition can be at any level on any length of hair. The key is a smooth gradient transition, though. Any color works well for this hairstyle.

For example, brown and caramel are popular, creating a trend that seems to go from dark brown to very light brown. Jessica Alba sports this look with a dark brown at the top. Anna Kendrick is doing it as well, in a slightly darker way. Mischa Barton is also a fan of this look, as is Kate Beckinsale.

If you are looking for something more dramatic, take the dark brown to a near-black and the light color to a golden color that is nearly blonde. This will give your hair a bright, very dramatic look that will frame your face and make your eyes pop. Lea Michele sports this look quite well, as does Drew Barrymore.

If you want something super chick, a great ombre look is to go from a dark golden color to a light sunny blonde. This will give you a sun-bleached look that is great either straight or curly.

If you are looking for something very subtle, a black top with a brown gradient at the very bottom of the hair will give just a hint of color that will almost go unnoticed, but give you just the touch you are looking for. Alexandra Burke sports this super-subtle look.

Even redheads can get in on the trend. A red-to-blonde ombre is a very popular and very sweet look. It gives redheads a little blast of color for a great chic, girly style. Nicola Roberts has recently become a fan of this look. Some are even taking their hair from a dark amber to a light red color.

What if you are looking for something much more dramatic? This comes in a pairing of any color with a bright non-natural color. Blonde or brown with pink is a very popular combination, but other celebrities are taking it a little further. Jamie King has taken hers from a light brown to a platinum and then a deep blue for a unique look.

Handbags for women are literally one of the most important accessories out there. And what are the celebrities rocking this year? They are rocking some of the hottest handbags on the market. Here are some of these great buys:

1. Michael Kors tote 

This black tote is perfectly-sized for a busy woman who spends little time at home. Everything can fit into this bag, but it still looks clean and crisp with a great black leather design and signature charm. This is great for an airplane ride or a long work day to haul every essential in perfect style.

2. Prada Blue Leather handbag 

Light blue is a popular new leather color. This Prada bag is super simple and super girly in a lovely light blue color. It is the perfect complement to any outfit.

3. Coach monogram tote 

This tote bag is a classic, not just for celebrities, but for all types of women because of the affordable price. This popular bag will stay popular for many years to come. The signature coach logo is printed on the front and the bag is trimmed in dark brown leather.

4. Gucci monogram handbag 

Just like the Coach tote, the Gucci design is a classic. This handbag is the right size for any woman, and celebrities love this super-luxurious fabric. Gucci is a favorite among celebrities. This lovely canvas bag is trimmed in Gucci’s famous super-high quality leather.

5. Rebecca Minkoff Mab Mini Shoulder Bag 

This is the perfect small daytime bag. Celebrities are recently finding this small square bag simply irresistible. It comes in many different colors as well, so you can always have the perfect bag for your style and your tastes, even if they are not traditional black.

6. Longchamp Roseau Crocodile Embossed EW Tote Bag

This is definitely a serious bag. Crocodile is a high-priced luxury fabric with an undeniable appeal for celebrities. This lovely walnut color pairs greatly with almost anything and the bag is simply stunning.

7. Kate Spade New York Cobble Hill – Little Minka Hobo 

Kate Spade is making a name in handbags a way that many other handbag companies have been recently, and celebrities can’t seem to get enough. Animal prints are all over. This metallic snakeskin handbag is great for an everyday bag or for a night or day out.

The apple-shaped body is a difficult one for some women to dress. This is a very common body style, though. Instead of the traditional pear shape, this is a shape where women have more weight that needs to be hidden in the midsection than on the hips.

Dressing to hide this is the key. All fashion choices should be made to draw the eye away from the waist to the rest of the body, be it the chest or the legs. Focus away from the problem area, which is the waist for an apple-shaped body, is the key to seeming more slender and possibly taller as well.

1. Accentuate the Bosom

The first thing you should do is make your waist seem smaller and more defined by accentuating the bosom. This means that you have to pay a little money for an expensive bra that will make your breasts stick out and draw attention to them. Yes, ladies, a push-up bra can make all the difference.

2. Wear Low Necklines

Take those necklines low when you have those breasts looking great. Show them off, even if they are small. This attention will draw the eye upward and away from the waist. It is also a great idea to wear shirts that have a lot of front detailing and wrapping.

3. Patterns Are Your Friend

Wear patterns as much as possible. Single colors will make larger areas look larger. Prints can be an illusion to the eye and will take it all over the body instead of over larger areas. It may hide them and make the waist seem smaller.

4. Wear Long Tops

Make sure that tops are longer as well. This length will make you look slimmer and draw the eye down to your legs, decreasing the problem area greatly. Waist-defining belts can be paired with almost any sort of top or dress as long as it has enough length. This will make your waist seem much smaller than it is and look very fashionable as well.

5. Slim Jeans

Slim jeans and leggings are always a great idea as well. They will make the legs look longer and slimmer, which will once again draw attention from the waist. These are best paired with short dresses and super long shirts. Even a waist defining belt will work with these as well.

6. Boot Cut Jeans

Flair or boot cut jeans work well also because they draw the eye downward from the waist to the bottom of the jeans. They lengthen legs and draw attention.

Now that you know how to dress an apple shaped body, it’s time to start shopping!

Tummy control, for example, is a perfect example of how to do a swimsuit the RIGHT way. Usually appearing in a one piece, but can be seen in two piece bathing suits that combine a vest style top with briefs or shorts, the silhouette is trimmed down and tightened, and you will have the appearance of having a better figure than you actually have. If all else fails, why not just fake it?

Rouching and prints in the right places can also help to direct the eyes away from the places that you hate – the tummy, etc.

Let’s say, for example, that you actually quite like your tummy but you aren’t brave enough to bare all in a bikini. Why not opt for a cut-out designed swimsuit instead? There are plenty of asymettrical designs out there, especially when you have a look at the internet. You will find a whole range of these beauties – halter-neck, balconette, bandeau…. You name it, choose a color and you WILL find it!

What about if you have killer legs? A high-legged number is the right one for you. This style of brief can also help to elongate your legs if you would like them to be a bit longer. You could even sex the look up with a pair of killer wedges by the pool and your legs will rival Victoria Beckham’s in no time!

What about the plus size ladies? They deserve some killer swimsuits too! Slight V-neck swimsuits will help to even out the size of your beautiful bust, and a good elongating print on the front of the suit will help you to appear longer rather than wider. You could even get the swimsuits with 50’s style larger short-style briefs rather than little tiny ones, and this will give you the beautiful 50’s pin up appearance that just looks amazing!

Want bigger boobs? You’re going to want to look for a push-up, halter-neck bra. You can even find gel ones if you want a killer chest. Plenty of structure is what you should be looking for here, and you can pretty much get away with any color or print – in fact, the more print and detailing surrounding the chest area, the more pronounced they will seem.

There appears to be two very different styles hitting our catwalks this year – there is the pretty and feminine selection, as shown by favorites Oscar De La Renta. Then you have the fierce and fiery, almost bondage-style selection, offered by fashion moguls Givenchy. This means that when you think about it; there are two very different looks that you can use to update your wardrobe, and both of them can be intertwined cleverly to make you the very cutting edge of fashion.

There were, of course, plenty of other looks in the Spring & Summer 2013 fashion shows, and perhaps you can take a hint from some of the biggest houses of design to create a cutting-edge closet for a fraction of the price.

Shorts

For those girls that simply couldn’t bare all in almost-there booty-shorts, good news has finally come. The Bermuda short is now very much in fashion, as shown by New York Fashion Week. DKNY is just one example of the fabulous ways that you wear these somewhat crazy-styled shorts – even denim Bermuda shorts teamed with a plain white collared shirt could make you look like a label queen even if you aren’t one!

Shoes

To go with your Bermuda style shorts, you are going to need low heels and flats. Killer heels seem to be out for the next couple of seasons, which is good for those that weren’t a big fan of being uber-high, and with cute yet sexy 90’s style heels coming back around, it might be worth hunting through a few of your 90’s throw-backs to see what you can recycle for the next few months. Another good point about these heels is that it means you can finally bring your slouchy boyfriend jeans back out – skinny jeans are not quite so “in” for the coming spring and summer. It’s too hot for them anyway!

Dresses

Tennis and sports style dresses are back in for Spring & Summer 2013 which really does prove the fashions have a funny way or circling around – these are exactly the type of dresses that you would have been wearing in the early part of the 1990’s. Victoria Beckham was just one of the favored designers that created a beautiful selection of sporty style dresses, as did DKNY. It must be true!

Suits…. With shorts

As well as Bermuda shorts, short-suit sets are back in for this year. Michael Kors was just one of the backing designers of this look, finally bringing in the vertical stripes (YAY!) that we have all been dreaming of for so long! Horizontal stripes make you look bigger than what you are so hopefully this seasons vertical counterparts will be more flattering for all of us!

Leather

As we have mentioned, the badass rock-chick side is coming back around, which instantly means that leather is in. Leather garments are a staple item that everyone should have in their closet and if you are not brave enough to wear a leather dress or pants, opt for a dress or skirt with leather panels instead – you will fulfill your rock chick needs while still managing to move around without squeaking like a three-piece sofa set in the very hottest months of summer!

So there you have it – the ultimate necessities for Spring & Summer 2013 – you need vertical stripes, leather paneled dresses and skirts, Bermuda shorts and lower heels. This sure does mean that it’s going to be a good year!

We should start with the really important stuff –

THE JOB INTERVIEW!

The job interview is a scary occasion – you need something that still shows through your personality but still allows you to look professional enough to assure that interviewer that you are the right girlie for the job. Often it will be the smallest of details that will help set you aside from the other candidates – you want to have your own personal touch added.

A classic suit is often the best place to start – a simple grey skirt, blazer combination with a cream or ivory colored shirt works best – white can often look too harsh. Add with either matching flats or a killer pair of heels, (this will scream POWER WOMAN!) and a few choice accessories and you have the right combination. The accessories allow you to let a little bit of “you“ to shine through so have a bit of fun with them.

What about a day out

SHOPPING WITH THE GIRLS?

The good news is that the accessories that you would normally wear on a job interview can easily be combined with a day out shopping with the girls. Those shoes that you had in the job interview will work great for this look as well! Add a pair of jeans instead of that suit, maybe even throw on a pair of killer sunglasses and wear your hair down, and you have the perfect look for shopping with your girlfriends. You could throw on a jacket for good measure – black, cream or even a cute little denim would work and the flats would suit you perfectly so your feet don’t hurt after traipsing around the stores!

We move on to

FIRST DATE NERVES!

See those sexy shoes that you thought about wearing for the job interview? Well, why not add these with the jeans that you had on with the shopping day out with the girls? If you aren’t going anywhere too smart, you CAN get away with jeans on a first date, as long as they are worn properly.

A peplum style top is the most flattering thing on the market right now and when mixed with the same accessories (the accessories you will see that you have used for the job interview AND a shopping date with the girls) you have a brand new classy, yet seductive outfit. The heels are a must have on any first date and you will find that a simple pair of black stilettos or court-style shoes will go with almost any outfit.

Next we come to a

SUMMER DAY!

Summer is a time that you can really let your hair down and go a little bit crazier with your style. You could try wearing the jeans with the flats and a chiffon style shirt for a smarter look, or even a casual maxi-dress for comfort and beauty.

As you can see, this maxi dress can be dressed up or down – with gladiator style sandals and a beach-style hat for the daytime look, and a killer pair of heels and a pretty clutch bag for a nighttime look. This is also a dress that you could wear for a casual first date AND a shopping day out with the girls too!

You will find that most of these staple items – the pumps, the high shoes, the earrings, necklace and ring, sunglasses, jeans and even the maxi dress can be worn in a hundred different ways. Sometimes you just need a little bit of inspiration to create the perfect outfit. Hopefully we will have given you a push in the right direction but, as always, keep your eyes peeled for more helpful advice from the professionals!

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Rather than buying new pieces, why not take a look at what you already have and learn how to refresh it? It could be something as simple as adding a super cute accessory or the right pair of shoes, but with the right guidance, you could have a brand new closet without having to spend an absolute fortune.

Colors, colors, colors!

Sometimes adding the smallest splash of color can make the biggest difference to an otherwise drab outfit. For example, that little black dress will be instantly refreshed with a brightly colored belt wrapped around your waist, a similar colored pair of shoes and a bag to match. For the colder, winter months, warmer colors are best – think deep reds and rich greens, but for the spring and summer months, you have the option to pick from your favorites from the color palette and really have fun with them. Sometimes, even a colored or patterned pair of tights or stockings can make the difference, and these are very hot on the high street right now!

We said accessorize!

Just like the splash of color, the right accessories can make the world of difference. That little black dress will look like a brand new, modern one when you add a peter pan style necklace – it adds a collar when there wasn’t one before. Even big, chunky necklaces can add a little something special. When you throw in the right earrings, a structured belt or even a new glitzy studded jacket, your plain and boring dress has been instantly transformed into the modern rock chick look – all with the help of a few accessories. You can play up or down a black dress with a few added extras. For example, a little denim waist coat and gladiator style sandals will make the dress more suitable for daytime use, and with bigger heels and a lot of sparkle, you have the perfect night time look!

Spring cleaning!

Sometimes you just have to admit that the items in your closet are never going to be used again so why not do something about them? Go through your closet and pick out the things that you haven’t work in 8 months to a year. The chances are, if you haven’t worn them in the last summer or winter, you won’t wear them this year either. You should also get rid of clothes that you don’t fit into anymore – you may want to squeeze back into those skinny jeans but you are just wasting closet space. Rather than donating them to charity or throwing them out, pop them on eBay and make yourself some money. Then, once you have a nice little balance in your PayPal account, go back onto eBay and pick up some new goodies for next to nothing. It is amazing what deals you can get on this crazy site – I once picked up a $75 designer pair of jeans for just $10. That included postage too!

Online Shopping….

Sometimes the best thing to do is to get yourself online. Many women don’t like to do their closet shopping on the internet because you can never be too sure what you are getting – the color may be slightly different when you actually have it in your hand and you won’t know how it fits until you get it delivered to your door. However, most websites will have a good returns policy (something to check before you buy) and you can always send it back if it doesn’t meet your expectations. Usually, by shopping online, you will find a wider range of deals and a bigger chance of getting what you want, in your size and color preference.

It’s not a hard task changing your closet to make it more modern and up to date and for the most part, you will find that you don’t even have to buy new clothes to achieve it. Just a few choice accessories and some customization (see Instantly Double your Wardrobe Options) and you will have a closet that any fashionista would kill for!

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