In need of a fashion makeover? This doesn't always mean buying new clothes. Why not try reworking some of your tried and true favorites as a fun DIY project, or bring old items to your local tailor for a spruced up transformation? Hem an old tee or tank into an easy-breezy crop top for the steamy summer months, revamp old, baggy T-shirts into snazzy blouses, cut old pants into shorts, make long blazers into cropped jackets for a summertime soiree, or convert floor-length skirts or dresses into adorable minis. The possibilities are endless, so let's get creative, fashionistas!
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For steamy summer days stick to lightweight, airy fabrics. Cotton's fibers are naturally hollow in the center, allowing it to absorb and release perspiration, and making it ideal fabric for your summertime style. Linen is another great choice. An efficient conductor of heat, it helps you keep your easy-breezy cool on the hottest midsummer days. Then there’s silk, whose natural breathability and cooling properties make it another lovely option, while our easy dry cleaning service here at NO. 9 makes cleaning a breeze. So don’t get stuck in the heat — keep cool, be cool.
We've all seen them — those big, floppy sun hats and snazzy straw fedoras that hit the stores this time of year. Do you love them from afar, but never quite have the guts to try them out? Now's your chance to make a statement, fashionistas! Summer is the perfect time to mix up your style and try something new. Adding a hat instantly changes the look and feel of skirts, dresses and blouses you've worn a hundred times before. Plus, they protect you from the sun, pair perfectly with sunglasses for movie-star glam, and look extra nice bobbing around the farmers' market or lounging through a lazy beach afternoon. From felt to straw, adorned with ribbon, bows, flowers and more — hats are here to save the day, dolling up any cute summertime ensemble!
So you've packed smart for vacation — versatile pieces that work in multiple outfits, a couple pairs of shoes that go with everything, some sexy ruched bathing suits — and you're ready to hit the beach. But wait. What do you wear on the plane (or in the car, or on the bus)? You don't want to wear sweats, but you do want to be comfortable in the face of often-uncomfortable travel situations. Keep last week's tip in mind: if you have bulky clothing items like sweaters and boots that will take up half your suitcase, wear them on the plane. Sundresses are also an easy, breezy way to travel — comfortable, stylish and easy to move in. Just add a cardigan as a quick layer combat airport air conditioning. Leggings are a great alternative, since they're ultra comfy and super sleek when paired with an oversized tee and baggy sweater. If you're going with shorts or jeans, make sure they're one of your more breathable, flexible pairs. Boots, chic sneaks or flats will keep your feet happy. Leave the wedges and stilettos in your suitcase. Bon voyage, fashionistas!
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AuthorFashion Know-How is written by Alyson Lincoln McHugh, owner of No. 9 Boutique in downtown Montpelier, VT. Hear Fashion Know-How every Saturday at 7:50 a.m. on WDEV. |