Body Shape: Curvy

Curvy women should show off their waist by selecting clothes that are structured, nipped at the waist, and form-fitting.  Form-fitting does not mean tight.  Look for clothes that skim your curves.  For example, A-line skirts and dresses, empire waist shirts and dresses, color blocking, tonal dressing, pencil skirts, and pieces that come with a belt.  Curvy women will notice pants and jeans fit your bottom, but leaves a gap in the back.  Have the jeans or pants tailored at the waist.  Avoid large patterns, as they will only make you appear larger.

What is your body shape?

The secret to looking great is selecting clothes that look like they were made just for you.  You can achieve this by taking your measurements to determine your body shape.  Wrap a tape measure around your bust at the midline.  Measure your stomach by wrapping the tape measure around your body at the belly button.  Take the measurement around your hips or thighs, whichever is bigger.  There are four body shapes.  A woman can be curvy as an hourglass, top-heavy, boyish as in straight-up-and-down, or bottom heavy.  Plus-size women will also fall into one of these categories.  Once you know your measurements, you can save a lot of time when shopping, especially online.  You can also select clothes that flatter your body.  Look below for examples of the four body shapes.  These photos can help you to determine your body shape also.

The New Neutral for Fall 2011

Fall's new neutral for 2011 is heather gray.  I'm loving this color.  It is chic and glamorous.  Don't get me wrong, I still love my black pieces.  However, too much black all of the time can seem boring.  Heather gray is just as soft, sexy, timeless, and elegant as black.  One can pair pastel hues with heather gray for as a nod to Spring or select head-to-toe gray for a streamlined effect.  I prefer wearing this hue from head-to-toe.  How do you feel about this hue?  How will you incorporate this gray into your wardrobe? 

Happy Belated Birthday, Isaac Mizrahi!

Isaac Mizrahi was born October 14, 1961 in New York City.  After his graduation from Parsons School of Design, Isaac worked for Perry Ellis, Jeffrey Banks, and Calvin Klein.  Isaac started his own business in 1987.  He took the fashion world by storm.  The New York Times recognized him as "this year's hottest new designer."  Isaac Mizrahi's creations appealed to women of all body shapes and every aspect of a woman's life.  I admire Isaac for his ability to capture the glamour and chic of Manhattan during the 1940s and 50s.  Isaac briefly left fashion to pursue a career in the performing arts throughout the nineties.  He returned to fashion with a bang.  From 2003-3009, Isaac collaborated with Target stores.  The collections were brilliant, just like the designer himself.
  Isaac Mizrahi Resort 2001

Beyonce's Bombshell Glam

I admire Beyonce for her talent, grace, relationships (with her mother and husband Jay-Z), and undeniable style.  She makes a lot of songs that I, as a woman, can relate to.  Beyonce is a modern style icon.  Her look is a throwbak to a time when women dressed up to go to lunch and prefer dresses over pants.  Her clothes have definition (a cinched waist, a high, but demure hem), her accessories are glamorous and she loves sky-high heels seven days a week.  Beyonce is my inspiration.

Nicki Minaj Gets Her Own OPI Line

Nicki Minaj will collaborate with OPI for the rapper's own line of nail colors.  The OPI line by Nicki Minaj will hit stores in January 2012.  Minaj is known for her love of vibrant colors and over the top style.  Expect the line of nail colors to be the same.  There will be a two-toned polish that combines metallic and confetti glitter for one amazing hue, neon green, and more. 
Would you wear them?

Beauty Products I Want to Try!

• Clinique Pore Refining Solutions Instant Perfector, $18-This product claims to minimize the look of pores and keep your skin matte all day.
• Murad Acne Spot Treatment, $18-This product assures the buyer of its ability to get rid of pimples. 
• Listerine Whitening Pen, $11.99-This is an on the go whitener that contains hydrogen-peroxide.
• A Tinted Moisturizer to even out my skin tone in a more natural way while concealing imperfections.   I plan to shop at M.A.C. for this product.

• Curel Hand & Cuticle Therapy Cream, $5.99-This product will soften hands and rid your nails of unconditioned cuticles.