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It seems as thought the whole Northeast at least has had a pretty mild one this year. So much for all that winter fashion. 
I’ve mainly stuck to sweaters and a light jacket. With temperatures revolving around 50 degrees on a regular basis, there is no need to look like you’re going to be staying on Everest for the next week.

So here’s the best advice for this mild winter season. If you don’t need the extra layer, don’t wear it. 
A lot of times, as previously stated, those extra layers can make a person look chunky and often even sloppy. It’s best to keep a clean look and keep it simple.

are not pants.

I’ve posted this before, but it bears repeating. 

Have a problem finding the perfect jeans? You aren’t alone. This is particularly common for everyone.

Ladies, when shopping for jeans there are a few measurements you need to look out for.
1. Waist - for obvious reasons. However, different styles have different types of waistbands. Some contour in to help fit better for those of you with curves. Some contour out to simply ease the appearance of the dreaded “muffin top.” Just pay attention to labels and know what works for you.

2. Length - No, sorry. There is no “one size fits all” in this category. Most places will have Short all the way through Extra Long. However, they usually go up by 2’s and not everyone fits into these categories.  If need be, buy them one size to long and hem them. A lot of seamstresses will handle denim in about an hour. Try to find one that will reattach the original hem so they don’t appear altered. If you are a heal wearer, you want to have available the proper shoe when trying them on to determine the appropriate length.

3. Rise - There are quite a few variations of this. Ultra Low all the way to Original. Pay attention, they get higher toward the belly button as you go. Lower rise is generally best for those without drastic hips and those who are younger and are not fully developed as of yet. 

4. Leg Opening - Skinny to Flare. Choose your poison. Again, take the style of shoes you wear most often into consideration. You’ve got Skinny, which works wonders with boots, occasionally the straight legs will do the same. Bootcut & Flare will cover your shoes a little, but still looks great with heals.

5. So there are a few others such as Hip & Knee, but these can vary even within the same fit/style. The best way to determine these is to try them on.

Pay attention to labels. Denim with more spandex will keep their shape better then those with more cotton.

When in serious doubt, head over to just about any specialty retailer. Most of them are trained pretty well and can help ease the majority of the work load. Well, beyond trying them on of course. ;)

Well…it is definitely that time of year again. You know the one. The time of year is gets STUPID cold and we’re all wearing enough layers to make us look like we weigh 200lbs more than we do.
Yeah, it’s here again.
There are ways around looking like you’re swollen this time of year.

Most layers you’ll find are pretty thick, when in actuality we don’t need to wear multiple thick layers. Find a thinner undershirt or even a waffle knit to go underneath a t shirt. Ladies this is where those burn out long sleeve shirt will come in handy. I know you see a lot of them in crude neon colors that really don’t go with much at all but there are a lot of neutral cream, white and even black ones that will easily go with everything you have. The best part about these thinner pieces are, they’re even cheaper!

Winter accessories are kind of unavoidable. Hats, gloves, boots. It all ends up being kind of necessary.  Finding ones that match can be an entirely different story.
I came to this realization when the other day when I had to dig my car out from the snow (literally) and I could only find one glove from each pair I owned. I finally found another dark brown leather one. Now I have nothing else that is close to this color. I don’t know why I even own these. Mind you the only hat I could find was a black & red striped one. So there I was, slipping all over the side of the road in a cream colored jacket, grey scarf, red & black striped hat, dark brown gloves, jeans and boots that resembled that mustard tan color you see on Timberland boots. Needless to say I looked like a moron.
Thankfully it was practically dark and no one could tell.
Moral there is when shopping for accessories, try to keep in mind what you already have. Buy them together and KEEP them together. You don’t want to end up a hot mess like I did.
*sigh*

I’ll be bringing more winter tips your way soon, until then
Don’t be afraid to indulge in your self image. :)