The right cocktail dress does not have to be black. It can be colorful and demure, but not garish. It will be prudent to make sure the dress is of the cocktail variety when choosing for a specific function. Cocktails with business partners or a cocktail party at the country club will make the difference the dress chosen. ...read more
Fashion design software allows you to take the visions you have and transform them in to usable patterns. This kind of software allows you to mix and match the different visions and create spectacular fashion designs with ease. If you have a passion for fashion design this is a worthy investment. ...read more
In today’s business world, suit jackets are a common wardrobe item. Men wear them with suit pants, most commonly. Women wear suit jackets either paired with a matching pair of dress pants or a skirt. Suit jackets typically state that they should be cleaned by a dry cleaning service. However, many people do not want to do this each time they wear a suit jacket. ...read more
All women want to feel like they look their best when they put on a dress, whether for a formal affair or a day by the beach. Each body type has different issues to deal with and the full-figured woman may want to keep these tips in mind when choosing a plus sized dress that flatters. ...read more
Clothing fashion trends either make or break a person’s style. There are many trendy styles to choose from and you can add your own personal taste. Fashion trends vary from season to season but you can stay up to date through websites and magazines. ...read more
The maxi dress consists of a sweeping long skirt that hangs close to the ground, and a close fitting sleeveless top. Usually fashioned in fabrics of cotton and polyester, the dress varies in colors and necklines. Women wear these dresses more often at the change of the seasons when the weather becomes cooler or warmer. You can sew your own maxi dress with very little difficulty. ...read more
A well-shined shoe adds the final touches to work attire or any semi-formal outfit. Shining shoes is also an important phase in making sure your favorite shoes are long lasting. The shoe shining business has become less common and more people are shining their own shoes. ...read more
Shoes get dirty over time, but athletic shoes can get dirty rather quickly, due to how these are used. Playing a sport like football in the mud can get shoes really dirty. Basketball shoes can get dirt on the bottom of them that can make it hard for a person to play the sport. Cleaning these shoes often can also help them last longer. ...read more
If you are a kid who has a passion and a knack for fashion, then you should know what steps you need to take to begin your career as a fashion designer. You must know that becoming a fashion designer takes a lot of hard work but the results are worth it. ...read more
Having to take your smelly shoes off in a room with people or a doctors office can be really embarrassing. Most people would try to get out of the situation or just refuse to take their shoes off. There are things you can do to keep your shoes from acquiring such an embarrassing odor. ...read more
Tying your shoes may seem like an easy task, but learning to do the process can sometimes be a challenge. Teaching others to tie their shoes can also be difficult if the process seems like second nature to you. Refreshing your memory on how to tie shoes can make any adult a better teacher. ...read more
By doing some creative clothes shopping a parent can save some money on kids clothes. Waiting for special sales to occur or looking online are two popular ways to save money. Writing down exactly which clothing the child needs can help the parent to avoid buying any items on impulse. ...read more
Designer handbags are all the rage with women around the world. For top dollar a woman can get a quality handbag that will last for many years to come. Designer handbags come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors and prices. ...read more
Coach makes cleaning products that are designed to clean their various fabric and leather handbags. The Coach Signature Fabric Cleaner is to be used on their Coach fabric handbags and the leather handbags should be cleaned with the Coach Cleaner and Moisturizer set. ...read more
Leggings are commonly referred to as tights or stretch pants. Leggings were first introduced decades ago and have become increasingly popular again in recent years. Leggings are trendy and stylish and can be paired with a number of different clothing items. The key to rocking a pair of leggings is being comfortable with what you have on. ...read more
By Guest G. at Judy'sBook November 15, 2008
I LOVE Encore! I wanted a REAL Louis Vuitton handbag for months, but I could not bring myself to pay the market price for one. I travel to New York and LA all the time, and all I could find were knock-offs claiming to be the real deal. I... ...read more
By Angela F. at Judy'sBook November 12, 2005
I like this store. My only complaint is that they don't seem to get new stock in as often as they used to but that is a minor quibble. The clothes here are all of good quality. Many still have tags attached. The prices are fair and it is ve... ...read more
By Melanie C. at Judy'sBook August 18, 2005
If you are looking for brand-name clothing for a fraction of the department store price, look at Encore. They sell gently used, brand-name pieces that are in good condition. Often, you can even find new pieces with the tags still on them.... ...read more