Archive for March, 2011
We all have days where we don’t feel comfortable in our clothes from a bit of extra weight, but there are clever dressing ways which allow you to dress slimmer.
Wearing one single colour from your head to your toe will make your silhouette appear slimmer as well as making you appear taller. Columns of colour are a classic way to look slimmer. Wearing different tones of the same colour for example a grey cardigan, grey jeans and ankle boots is especially effective as grey is a neutral tone.
Vertical prints are another way to make you look like you’re carrying less weight. Ditch any floral patterns and go for big vertical stripes or pinstripes. Horizontal stripes will obviously have the opposite effect to these should be avoided.
Make sure you don’t try and hide any fleshy bits under shapeless womens clothing. This will give the impression that there is more hidden that there actually is. Shop for clothes which skim the body, and you can look fabulous, even on an off day.
The latest women’s fashion news courtesy of the Roman Originals blog.
Ok so let’s face it, there is possibly a stereotype of what the more mature lady should wear and jeans perhaps wouldn’t necessarily be the first thing that comes into our heads.
But why should we stop wearing certain things just to conform the ideologies of others?
The answer to this question should be for the wearer to decide – not what we are told is right and wrong.
As you may recall, the over 50s generation were, in fact, very fervent adopters of jeans in their youth, so why should we have to stop after a certain age.
Looking back on photographs of you when you were younger, you will probably find that in every one you had a pair of jeans on, to be more accurate you probably had a pair for every occasion!
If you still love wearing jeans, here are a few tips to help you remain stylish and trendy whilst keeping in-line with your maturity.
- Try and avoid light denim at all costs, even the younger generation have trouble pulling off this look. Stick to darker denims such as navy and black-it looks more stylish and darker denims compliment those with larger figures.
- Stretch denim is a great way to feel comfortable and a great way to look good. Nobody will know if you are wearing stretch denim-it could do wonders for those problem areas that other non-stretch jeans can’t.
- Go jeans shopping and try a few different styles and shades on. You could have been wearing the same pair of jeans for years that may have suited you at the time, but today a different style or shape could be the new look you have been looking for.
Whatever you decide there really is no right or wrong answer, looking and feeling good is the most important part of womens fashion, and only you can decide on that!
The latest women’s fashion news courtesy of the Roman Originals blog.
It might be surprising to hear but the over 50s are spending more money on looking good than ever before.
Not only are the over 50s more fashion aware but they are taking 21st century style predictions and turning them into reality.
No longer are older women expected to dress in dowdy colours and elastic waistbands as more women’s fashion designers are now creating stylish, elegance and glamour with their new lines answering to the demands of the older lady.
In addition more retailers are realising the spending power associated with this age group of customers so more retail space is given to women’s clothing up and down the country.
You can now find more exclusive designers in more high-street and internet retailers catering specifically for that age range, offering colourful, elegant evening wear as well as practical, stylish daywear.
So don’t limit yourself to following mature fashions of yester-year, get with the times and be more creative and stylish with your clothes and follow the fashion trends set by designers all over the world.
The latest women’s fashion news courtesy of the Roman Originals blog.
Every woman knows that she has a different set of clothes for different occasions and it’s no different when it comes to women’s underwear.
It’s important to have some pieces in your underwear draw that come out on special occasions and some that you have for everyday use. For example, have underwear that will be supportive throughout the day so you can feel comfortable during your working day, and then a set of small’s ideal for the Gym or exercise.
Being older doesn’t mean that you have to wear flesh tones and supportive knickers all the time, it’s important to remember that you can still be sexy and comfortable with a wide range of bras and knickers available from online and high-street stores up and down the country.
Always have a beautiful black set of undies for special occasions, wearing black underwear can make you feel sexy and stylish as well as being ideal for most occasions, especially that little black dress you wear to social events that turn heads.
Now with a string of designers launching ranges of supportive underwear aimed at nipping and tucking our problem areas without the need for surgery, there should be no excuse for ensuring you look and feel great in you undergarments.
The latest women’s fashion news courtesy of the Roman Originals blog.
While you may want to wear all the latest trends, there are certain styles of womens clothing ladies over 50 should avoid.
The most obvious is short skirts. No matter how slim your legs are, short skirts are incredibly unflattering on older women. Keep skirt lengths to the knee and try to wear a small heel to elongate the leg.
Sleeve-less tops are another no-no, as the tops of the arms can sag and become loose with age. If you insist on wearing a sleeve-less top or dress, add a short-sleeved cardigan or shawl to hide any imperfections.
When it comes to jeans, go for figure-hugging, well-fitting styles. Bootcut styles are the most flattering and always make sure the waistband sits on the waist. Low rise or hipster jeans should be left to the young.
Also try to avoid very low cut tops paired with stacks of jewellery. Alone, these are incredibly ageing but together they look tacky. Stick to scoop neck or V-neck tops with one piece of jewellery at a time.
By following these simple rules, you can be sure to always look stylish and classy, whether you are going to a party or just visiting the shops.
The latest women’s fashion news courtesy of the Roman Originals blog.