Clothing

Turning a Turtleneck Into a Mock Turtleneck

Repurposing old clothes is a clever way to get a new look without spending loads of dough. That said, if you've grown tired of the high neck on your trusty turtleneck, don't throw it out. Instead, transform it into a nifty mock turtleneck -- a top...

What Is Spandex Knit?

If you’ve shimmied into a swimsuit or spanked yourself into shapewear, then you’re intimately familiar with spandex. If you’re not up to speed on your fashionable fabrics, just ask your mother or grandmother about spandex back in...

Homemade Skin Firmers

Everybody wants firm, supple skin. But as you get older, your skin might need a little help to stay firm. The stresses of life and night lights don’t help, either – and in combination, your skin can easily start to sag. You don’t...

Cute Clothes to Wear While Painting

Whether you’re painting an old piece of furniture, a whole room or your entire house, you’ll want to protect yourself from those pesky splatters of paint that find their way into every nook and crevice on your body. You also need to be...

Accessorizing a Solid-Color Shirt

A solid-color shirt provides the perfect backdrop for accessories. Whether you select beads, brooches, belts, necklaces or scarves, you can play on the solid color in your shirt to make a visual impact. Choose accessories that complement or...

How to Cut a Tee to Refashion It

Plain, boring tees may have little place in a true fashionista's wardrobe, but that doesn't mean they have to go entirely to waste. Rather than kicking these dull duds to the curb, DIY divas can create totally fierce, trendy designs by...

What Is Dyed Mink?

When Adelaide sang “Take Back Your Mink” to Nathan in "Guys and Dolls," she was fed up with Nathan’s shenanigans. Many women, though, wouldn’t be quite so quick to give an extraordinarily expensive fur coat back...

How to Add Poof to a Gathered Dress

A dress that gathers at the waistline can be flattering on many fashionistas, flaring out away from the hips and creating a pretty poofy look all on its own. This shape is particularly stylish on pear-type silhouettes, since it mimics an A-line...

Getting Oil Out of Nylon Athletic Shorts

No matter how careful you are, stains happen. When your perfect pair of nylon athletic shorts succumbs to the greasy properties of oil, don't fret. You have a chance to chase away the stain. Using a quick and convenient method or a homemade...

What to Wear to Play Tennis During the Winter?

Tennis outfits typically involve short skirts and lightweight tops, but that doesn't mean you need to stop playing when the temperature drops. There are plenty of tennis-friendly clothing options to keep you warm, comfortable and looking cute all...

What Is Difference Between Poplin Cotton & Woven Cotton?

A quick glance at a garment’s tag shows you the various fibers and fabrics incorporated into the item. If the term “poplin” pops off the list, it might make you a bit curious about the cotton. Poplin cotton and woven cotton...

Antiperspirant Spray vs. Stick

Shopping for personal products can be more perplexing than figuring out a solution to the financial crisis. With such an overwhelming display of options, how do you know which deodorant, body spray or antiperspirant is right for you? After a...

What Is Semi-Formal Dress for an Air Force Dinner?

If you've been invited to a semi-formal Air Force dinner, it's important that you dress appropriately. Semi-formal Air Force occasions include change of command and special honor ceremonies. While you won't have to slip into a formal ball gown,...

What Is the Difference Between Taffeta and Charmeuse Fabrics?

Cinderella wasn’t offered a wardrobe choice when her fairy godmother-turned-stylist stuck her in a gown most chicks would find less than flattering to their hips. You, on the other hand, have choices, so it’s time to learn about...

Where to Crease Polo Shirts When Ironing

While you might be tempted to wash and wear your preppy polo shirt without even a glance at your iron, think again. If you take the time to press your shirt, you’ll transform it from a frumpy to fashionable in only a minute or two. Steam a...

Draping a Sari

A colorful Indian sari embodies a woman's modesty and sensuality. Its drape symbolizes her tumbling hair; the colors, her many moods. This simple piece of fabric, when wrapped appropriately, reveals the inner personality of the wearer. For the...

How to Keep & Preserve Iron-Ons

Iron-ons can take a humdrum blouse, jacket or sweatshirt to a new level by adding color, style or flair. An iron-on can just as easily make you look less than chic if it starts to peel, crack or tear. Keeping your iron-ons looking good requires a...

Ten Tips for Keeping Your Body Smelling Good

Body odor, sadly, is a fact of life. Every gal has raised her arm from time to time and caught a whiff of something unfortunate. But keeping yourself smelling good -- even while keeping active -- is often as easy as riding a bike.

About Wool-and-Cashmere Blends

Finding a wool-and-cashmere form-fitting sweater makes all those hours of searching for the perfect item worth it. Wool blends help retain heat, so you’ll stay warm even in nose-crinkling temperatures. Cashmere blends make your clothing feel...

How to Remove Makeup Off a White Hoodie

Face it: Makeup and white clothing aren’t the best combination. If you didn’t take extra care when putting on your cozy hoodie, it’s likely that smears of your foundation and mascara are sitting on your favorite sweatshirt....