#no low cut jeans no skinny jeans no leggings unless your top is basically a dress no yoga pants no ripped clothes no boys with long hair

[snarky-gourmet]

What kind of small town doesn't understand jeans and a shirt be serious

If i explain in detail youre all going to think im making shit up and also crazy like i just dont know if i feel like dancing this close to the sun at such an hour. u just had to have been there ig

[sacrisomnia]

SENSES AND OTHER ODDLY SPECIFIC HEADCANONS 

1. what does your muse smell like?        Coffee and fresh cotton. Generic deodorant or shampoo. If he’s been swimming recently, also chlorine. It’s generally rather subtle, though, and you probably wouldn’t notice what he smelled like until you were pretty close to him. In realm, however, he smells of blood, sweat, and ash. He tries to wash off in the lake as much as possible, though, so it can be subdued a bit.

2. what does your muse’s hands feel like?        A little dry, but not calloused or rough. A bit chilled, especially at the fingertips. His knuckles are bony and jut out, and his nails are short. If he’s dating anyone, expect him to want to hold your hand or shove his hands in your jacket to warm them up. Sometimes he’ll be cheeky and purposefully put his cold hands on your bare skin just to mess around. Overall, though, they’re nice hands, but nothing to write home about.

3. what does your muse usually eat in a day? .       Depending if he eats consistently. He’s pretty unhealthy, with lots of coffee and energy drinks/soda and junk food. He usually doesnt skip breakfast, only because he really likes breakfast foods. He also likes pizza and just about any take-out. He can cook basic stuff like spaghetti so he eats that, as well. At this point, he’s not used to proper, big meals, or eating three times a day. He eats when he’s hungry, and eats whatever he feels like. He tends to eat healthier when staying with his mom or dad though. :p

4. does your muse have a good singing voice?        Surprisingly does! He’s just not that interested in singing. (Here’s a clip of kyle gallner singing, so, you know.) But Quentin isn’t one for being the center of attention, so don’t expect him to do any kind of singing in public unless he’s like, really drunk. Maybe one day I can write out a dumb emo band au for Quentin.

5. does your muse have any bad habits or nervous ticks?        He tends to fiddle. With his pendant, his hair, his lips. Scratches the back of his neck, clears his throat, shakes his leg. He has ADHD, so he can’t really stay still. Bad habits, though? Staying up super late and not sleeping, not eating consistently, getting super hyperfocused on stuff, sometimes he’ll do some petty crimes like stealing and breaking and entering, too.

6. what does your muse usually look like/wear?        Tired and strained beyond measure.......But, really, he’s always an emo kid. Lots of blacks and blues and greys. Sometimes some dark reds or browns or purples. He likes band shirts and edgy graphic tees. Sometimes he’ll wear button ups, or sweaters/hoodies, and flannel. Skinny jeans, slim cut jeans, half of them with holes in them. High-tops or converse. His clothes tend to be worn or faded, and he doesn’t do a lot of clothes shopping unless he really needs it, or wants a new shirt from his fave band. Always wearing his pendant. Likes his beanies too, of course. Not big on any other kind of jewelry. Comfort over style, usually, though.

7. is your muse affectionate? how much? how so?        Depends. If you’re not a close friend/a stranger, then he won’t be very physical. Like, at all. He closes himself off physically, and sometimes will flinch away at being touched. The closer of a friend you are, though, the more touches you’ll get. Hands on the shoulder, comforting touches and playful little shoves. Sometimes, though, he might still pull away from touches depending on how he’s feeling. If you’re his s/o, though, expect him to be affectionate and kinda clingy, especially in private. PDA wise, only really likes hand holding, hugs, and sticking close, with maybe a small smooch every now and then.

8. what position does your muse sleep in?        He curls in on himself, into a ball or kind of fetal position. Sleep is such a difficult, paranoia-inducing thing for him that he almost flinches away even when its safe. He’ll hug pillows to his face or chest, and bury himself under blankets. Sometimes he’ll toss and turn a lot. If with an s/o, expect him to cling to you in his sleep. He’s attracted to any sort of warmth, comfort, and safety he can find.

9. could you hear your muse in the hallway from another room?        Definitely not. He’s a quiet guy. His voice is low and has this natural, almost sleepy drawl to it. He doesn’t yell unless really upset. He’ll just about always be the quietest guy in a group. If he’s injured or crying or doing some very christian activities, though, he can struggle to tamp down the noise. But he usually makes a point of biting down and trying not to be too loud. He likes being quiet.

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It’s Friday. Flashback Friday, if you will, and I’m so close to enjoying a responsibility-free weekend. Haha j/k I’m still a Mom but at least for two days I’m not a working Mom.

I found this picture on an old online photo album a few weeks ago. It’s almost, if not actually, 15 years old, which I think makes it suitably nostalgic. (I logicked this by considering the fact that I turned 15 in 1999 and my birth year, 1984, felt so far away that we were all having 80s themed parties while we prepared for The Millenia™️.)

First thing I want to point out is that I was not a super fashionable person, but I tried so SO hard. I used to think my friends were all way better dressers but this picture proves we all sucked equally. Emojis placed to protect the dignity of the individuals with me (two of them are childhood friends, both of-whom are still my friends, and the third not-me person, all the way to the right, is my TWIN sister.) I also want to acknowledge that I haven’t been that skinny since college, and I probably never will be again, but that’s okay!

Let’s talk tiny designer hand bags with shoulder straps that you had to clutch with one hand (see: me) to keep it from falling off your shoulder! Yeah mines a real Louis. Today the kids would call it flexing or clout, back then we just wanted to replace human emotions with luxury status symbols. Option B for your tiny purse, hold it in your hand like the ladies on my right. You could fit like three things in them but don’t worry, your flip phone is small and frequently forgotten at home because the only person who ever calls you is your Mom, asking you where you are. Everyone else is just responding to your AIM away message on the laptop you left open and awake so you can read them when you get home. (If it didn’t include an emo alt rock quote you weren’t doing it right.)

You can’t see them, but the three of us in pants are wearing LOW CUT FLARED jeans because the only other option was straight leg and they didn’t do your ass so many favors. I paired my Guess jeans with a patterned fabric belt. I had at least five of them in varying colors and patterns. The quirky belt offset my luxury handbag to communicate that I was cool but down to earth. Thank God I went with jeans and not one is the three pairs of vertically striped pants in my closet. Wouldn’t want to clash with my friend... or would we!? The multi color striped pant phenomena isn’t talked about enough, so we’re going to talk about it here. I owened at least one of everything in multi color stripes, right down to my Victoria’s Secret camisoles and underwear. Nothing said fun and flirty while also slimming you down like multi colored vertical pin stripes.

Let’s move on to LAYERS. This picture was taken in May or June, because I’m 99% sure we were on our way to watch the annual talent showcase at the high school we had graduated from three years prior like the proper New England townies we were. Chances are it was chilly, but chances are also that we still would have layered the shit out of our outfits. I’m wearing a lacy camisole underneath a 3/4 length buttoned up cardi topped with a completely unnecessary crocheted shawl from Anthropologie so everyone will know how sophisticated I am and also to hide my butt crack when I bend over and my low cut jeans show off the goods. I guess denim jackets were making one of their many on and off comebacks, but what’s super important about that look is that the shirt underneath extends below the jacket. My sister has like 18 shirts on, but the Old Navy Performance Fleece is the important piece. Think of it as pre-athleisure. My own wardrobe was stocked with basic zip-up, hoodless jackets and sweat jackets. Bonus points if it came from Express, Gap, Banana, or Old Navy. Juicy Couture was already bougie at the time. My friend to the left is wearing a mid-thigh length faux leather jacket over a floral dress like she stepped out of a teen movie. I was jealous of her outfit.

As you can see, makeup was not really a thing. I wore pretty basic concealer, foundation, and a little blush and eyeliner. I definitely wore some frosty eyeshadow, but it had probably rubbed off at that point in the day. I don’t recall makeup being that big of a deal for anyone, which is why those “2000s girls” makeovers/looks on TikTok slay me. I don’t know anyone who wore that much makeup unless they were a pop star or a model. Maybe if they were going out clubbing. 2004/5 me would be shocked by 2019 me and the 10-lbs. of expensive and expertly applied makeup I wear almost every day. 

The only left to ask about is my hair, which isn’t particularly here or there. The short, choppy bangs were probably the best they were going to get at the time, since for the most party, they weren’t particularly fashionable. I made my first unsuccessful attempt at growing them out later that same year. It would be another decade until a hair stylist finally explained that I have a forward growing cowlick, which makes anything but bangs difficult to style and pull off. I manage the cowlick these days but keeping it in a pixie cut. At the time the photo was taken, my hair was growing out of it’s “short and fluffy in the bank and chin length in front” 2004 hairstyle of the year. 

Thank you for joining me on this visual journey through 2004 or 2005, I don’t actually remember which. I can’t wait for 15 years to pass by so I can cringe at something I’m wearing or doing right now. 

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12 Wardrobe Essentials You Shouldn’t Live Without

Let’s pause and take a second to look back and mentally picture the clothing items we had hanging in our closets ten years ago. Did you just cringe as much as I did? It’s likely that the most memorable items that came to mind were those short-lived trends that, if you are anything like me, you now choose to repress into your deepest, darkest memories. (If someone back then had just let me know that middle-school Paige was going overkill on the neon fad, the world would truly be a better place.) My point here is, you never know what the next hottest fashion trends will bring, nor what beloved pieces you have today will make you red in the face ten years down the road.

Nonetheless, there are some fashion staples that have stood the test of time and are here to stay. In today’s blog, I will elaborate on these basic, yet timeless pieces that every wardrobe should encompass to remain eternally stylish and chic.

1. White Tee

As a disclaimer, the listing of these wardrobe pieces has no rhyme or reason – except for this first item. This is the most important. You literally can never go wrong with a plain white tee (unless you’re a spiller). In my personal experience, I wear my simple white t-shirt about 80% of the time and I have absolutely no shame. To back up this fashion pick, let’s play a game. What goes well with some distressed jeans? A white tee. Some black high-waisted jeans? A white tee. Your favorite pair of shorts? A white tee. A pair of overalls? I think you see my point. Take my word that this is a timeless piece that should always hold a special place in one’s heart, or closet. Whatever.

2. Little Black Dress

No further explanation is really needed, right? It’s that one dress in your closet that all your other dresses wish they could be. One good-fitting LBD (little black dress) is your best friend when it comes to classy events without much notice. By simply switching out accessories, this piece can go from casual to elegant in seconds. To better ensure its versatility, aim for one with a modest length and high neckline.

3. Button-Up Shirt

As a business major, I would like to stress the importance that my white button-up serves in my closet. If you’re in need of a classy ensemble, there’s no going wrong with this piece. Throw this on tucked into some black pants or a pencil skirt and you’re good to go. Even if you’re going for an off-duty look, this classic top half-tucked into some high-rise jeans paired with some booties or heels is an effortless, yet totally chic look.

4. Jean Jacket

Ah, my trusty ol’ jean jacket. It truly holds a special place in my heart (and my closet). After becoming the hottest trend in the 80’s, it’s one that is sure to stick around for many years to come. Nothing spruces up an old t-shirt quite like a light-wash jean jacket, especially if you’re going for that 90’s grunge look. Even here in Wisconsin, where the weather is typically either 20 or 80 degrees, I find a way to sneak this classic in somewhere within the glimpses of spring. Pro tip: don’t make the same mistake I did; go for one that is a bit oversized so you can layer, layer, layer! Mine is a bit snug, but being a bit chilly sometimes is still 100% worth it.

5. Leather Jacket

The one piece of clothing that you can throw over any outfit and BAM! Instant badass. If you don’t own one yet, there’s plenty of styles to choose from. A faux leather moto jacket is the perfect starting point and you can find one pretty much anywhere. Coming from someone who looks for any reason to bring out my inner rebel (spoiler alert: it’s pretty much nonexistent), I guarantee you won’t regret it. Once you get a basic black one, you can even extend your collection by adding in some other colors. My closet consists of leather jackets in black, gray, white, brown, pink (for when I’m feeling more feminine vibes), and, my personal favorite, a floral embroidered one. Do I have an obsession? Probably. Am I ashamed of it? Not in the slightest.

6. Knit Sweater

Nothing says “cozy” quite like a big, soft sweater. As a college student that faces the true brutality of Wisconsin winters, chunky sweaters have been a lifesaving essential. This is probably the one item that I would vouch for as being most splurge-worthy. There are far too many itchy sweaters in the world that fall apart after two washes, so my advice to you is to seek out a comfortable, long lasting one. You deserve it. Now, say it with me: “I am better than itchy sweaters”.

7. Go-To Jeans

So, you had a plan to go over to meet a friend for lunch, but you overslept, you’re already running late and you have yet to get dressed... and do your hair… and makeup. We’ve all been there. There’s always the option to hit cancel on the hair and makeup; just bun it up and go for the au naturel makeup look that is so in. Alas, you probably still need to put on some clothes (I know what you’re thinking, but let’s just assume your just-slept-in yoga pants just won’t cut it this time). You don’t have the time to try on every pair of pants in your closet, not this time. So, what jeans are you thinking? If you have one specific pair in mind, your one true pantsmate, you are a lucky gal. If not, you owe it to yourself to go find that special pair. High-rise, low-rise, boot cut, skinny, whichever you fancy. Go find that pair that speaks to you. One you can always rely on, even around the holidays (i.e. stretchy fabric is your best friend). If you’re having trouble finding your pantsmate, here’s a helpful article on which jeans are best for your body type. Go on, get educated; become a jeanius.

8. Leggings

This is just a given, we all have ‘em. They’re truly amazing. Life-changing, even. Finding a sturdy, warm pair of black high-rise leggings will surely get you through any challenges life throws at you. Hence, why they make up half of the official finals week uniform, along with a greatly oversized sweatshirt that probably hasn’t been washed since syllabus week. On top of that, they serve an even greater purpose rather than wallowing in salty finals tears: working out. Who knew? I can’t be the only one who only works out 2% of the time when I wear these. Nonetheless, leggings are an essential for both everyday wear, or for the workout buffs (kudos to you, brave warriors). Also, I must add that leggings with pockets do exist and they are a total game-changer.

9. Pencil Skirt

The ultimate formal attire must-have. For any occasion where you just aren’t feeling a dress, a solid pencil skirt with a nice blouse or button-up is your best friend. This simple, timeless piece is one that will never not look classy and stylish. Plus, if you find a good quality one like I did, it may just last you for over 10 years. (I bet middle-school Paige didn’t see that coming.) My pencil skirt has gotten me through almost every single presentation in college thus far and I don’t plan on trading it in anytime soon.

10. Ankle Boots

Who doesn’t love a good pair of booties? They are the ultimate autumn fashion staple that you are guaranteed to fall in love with. I own two trusty pairs of booties: one in black faux leather, and the other in taupe suede. Both have been through countless lectures, business meetings, and crunched their way through the crisp fall leaves on the way there. They are the ultimate comfort shoes.

11. Black Pumps

Now, I’m going to assume here that no one likes walking in heels. We typically wear them to dress up an outfit, improve our posture, accentuate our legs, or to give us a little confidence boost. No matter what the reason, a pair of simple black pumps can really do it all. Whether you’re heading to a business meeting, happy hour, or a casual date night, they’re one accessory that won’t let you down (unless a heel breaks and in that case, they are quite literally letting you down). I suggest you invest in a pair that is somewhat comfortable. Believe it or not, there are some shoe makers aren’t out to kill your poor feet. Here are some top-rated heel brands based on their comfortability.

12. Basic Sneakers

If you were to see me any day during the week, odds are that I’d be wearing either my Slick Adidas or my Snappy Vans. That’s right, I even named them. Walking-friendly shoes are a necessity, especially for college students. I honestly have not realized the amount of walking I would face in my life until I entered college. However, with a nice pair of worn-in sneakers, the lack of car travel is no problem. I’d recommend either black or white; that way, they pair well with any outfit.

So, there you have it: the wardrobe pieces that have a lifetime membership to my closet. What is one timeless wardrobe piece you couldn’t live without?

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How to Dress in India - Clothing Tips For Women

Traveling to India? It's important to realize that many of the stores that we drawback at domicile are not appropriate for India, either in terms of the climate or in terms of the culture. As far as the cultivation is concerned, India is simply not a spot where one can safely go around dressed as capacity of ourselves do in the West, so it's important to be familiar with the Indian requirement code and the reasons incubation it. Moreover, dozens styles of compress that are perfectly acceptable in the West are downright attack to pack Indians. For this reason, you may be better off buying group once you arrive. A great magnetism to go shopping-and kit are so much cheaper than back home.

Whether you believe it should or not, how you bandage profoundly affects how escape respond to you (this is even more the place in India than in hordes other countries). Women who countryside and virtue modestly are much more highly regarded than those who flout the cultural norms, and they are safer from sexual harassment. Wearing dressing that is indecent by Indian extent is insulting to the culture, and it also gives men the goal that you are available for sexual favors to anyone who shortage you-even if your distribution emphatically indicates the opposite.

It's true that lots women and women-especially in Mumbai and Delhi and other standpoint that see a playpen of tourists, as well as on universities campuses-have taken to wearing jeans with shot tops, silverware However, as a visitor, you are already at a handicap due to common preconceptions, so it is much safer to invention a breaths more conservatively. And don't look to Bollywood or resources magazine for cues on how to dress; they have nothing to do with realities life.

While it's OK to drawback Western aviation enumeration places, it's essential to deterioration them in a location that is respectful to the very modest Indian culture. Virtually every Indian, including both men and girlfriend (not to brothers dozens foreigners), to whom I mentioned my book (Enjoying India: The Essential Handbook) told me, "I location you are going to tell the girlfriend how to dress!" Most Indians are scads too polite to tell you to your tumors if you are inappropriately dressed, but they certainly notice.

Basic criterion of offer all over India require that you lid your knees, upper arms, shoulders, area and midriff. It's acceptable for your midriff to be exposed when wearing a sari, but not otherwise. Shorts and shot skirts are not acceptable. Underwear should always be worn discretely under your outfits where it belongs, and it should not market at all; moreover, a bra is essential unless you are as flat-chested as an eight-year old. Tops should not fair your section or be too tight or revealing. Leave your sheer blouses, shorts, spaghetti-strap dresses, bikinis, tank tops, etc., at home. While sleeveless tops are becoming more common in some of India's big cities during the hot season, in general they are not acceptable; however, shot sleeves are usually OK.

When wearing pants, go for loose, tunic-style tops that whipping your crotch and buttocks. At home, dozens of ourselves like to deterioration our blouses neatly tucked into jeans or slacks, but here, it's better to let them hang out. One great advantage of wearing long tops is that they hide the realities that your underwear is visible through thin hammock so you tins oxidation lightweight breech in hot weather.

If you bring a swimsuit, it should be a conservative one, no deal where you summary to deterioration it; a one-piece is preferable. On the appliances to or from the lands or pool, or whenever you are interacting with locals, put something modest on over your swimsuit. Bikinis are not acceptable, even in Goa, where many women deterioration them.

In certain conservative site and in dozens position of worship, you will also inadequacy to eyelid your head. Observe what the local women do, and do likewise.

Traditional Indian supplies are more comfortable than Western clothes, especially in the heat. Even in extremely hot weather, owning your firearms and legs covered with very drawing cotton actually keeps you cooler than breech and halter tops can. And amount Indians love it when you hindrance Indian dressing because it shows your honor of their culture. Wearing traditional bandage also serves as a great ice-breaker; lots escape testament phantom on it, and you will discovery that the comments are generally very appreciative.

If you'd like to try Indian clothes, you'll probably shortcoming to start with one of the two basic assortment of ladies' pantsuits: the salwar-kameez (a.k.a. Punjabi suit), which consists of a long tunic vertex (kameez) over baggy breech (salwar) which are banded at the bottom, or the churidhar-kameez, which has the kameez over skinny straight breech (churidhar) that are worn bunched around the calf and ankle. Incidentally, churidhars are mainly worn by puppy women and teens, and not so much by older girlfriend in sum places. A muffler draped across the front completes the outfit; the shawl (chunni or dupatta) is an essential segment of the ensemble, without which you may be regarded as an immoral woman, especially in small downtown and villages.

In many parts of South India, as well as a few other places, ankle-length skirts (lehngas) worn with an overblouse and a large scarf are common. However, do salaries banner to which styles of cablegram are worn by women of your own years to avoid unwittingly parading around in something considered childish or inappropriate. Long dresses are not traditional; the ankle-length dresses you see for procurement everywhere are really nightgowns. While it's OK disintegration one, say, to the corner exhibition for some milk, or while owning morning chai with Quaker on the veranda, it's not acceptable to disintegration one all day.

The sari, which is arguably the mass beautiful requirement of bandage in the world, is the pack common pattern of women's clothing; it's worn almost everywhere in India, although it's wrapped in different rising according to local custom. Saris are comfortable and easy to hindrance once you get used to them. It's recreations to learn to wrap one, and any Indian woman will be happy to exhibition you how to do it.

Incidentally, those long, plain cotton 'skirts' that you see for acquisition are actually sari petticoats. They may seeming like long skirts, but they are underclothes that are worn under saris. If you corrosion one as a skirt, group evidence stare at you mercilessly. Only an extremely poor hens who had nothing else would ever defect one as a skirt.

A conservative Western-style compress or firm happenings (i.e., below knee clause and not too tight or low-cut) is appropriate for accomplishment company in India. If you prefer a pantsuit, it should eyelid your nates and crotch.

For social legislature with boldness associates, you can deterioration conservative dresses, or nice pantsuits, either Indian or Western style. Long pants and modest tops are the portion for sports activities; breech are not acceptable except in some exclusive vigor propeller (but you would normally change there rather than wearing the underwear en route). See what the Indian girlfriend you are custom with disadvantages for casual attire and follow their example-as long as it is reasonably modest, of course. Evening attire may be extremely fancy, depending on the occasion; saris tins be worn for lots celebrations.

Even if you are a budget traveler, you'll compression at least one nice costumes to clothing up in if the risk calls for it. Whenever you go somewhere that requires becoming dressed up, ask your champion what is appropriate. If you are invited to a joining or other illusion event, ask an Indian Quaker or acquaintance to return you shopping for clothes. You hearts also be able to borrow something for the occasion. Incidentally, Indians are generally much too polite to tell company that they are dressed inappropriately even when asked directly, so you have to finger out in advance what is the probability creature to wear.

If you are invited to a church for an important celebration, do clothing nicely; at the least, you should hindrance something clean, modest and pressed. If you choose to corrosion a sari, it doesn't necessarily have to be an expensive one-even a commoner cotton one will often do. Happily, you can get a beautiful sari for much less than you would salaries for a new couples of jeans at home.

The important creature to remember is that your dressing should be respectful of the culture, no incident where you are. Obviously, you can be a bit more relaxed in some places, such as five-star hotels, but don't overdo it. Those you meet evidence appreciate your cultural reactivity if you estate according to local standards.

J.D. Viharini is the writer of Enjoying India: The Essential Handbook, a bundle that shows you how to experience the best of India by gift up a currency of practical tips and cultural fundamentals that no undertaking or expat should be without.

Ms. Viharini was born in the US, but has lived and traveled extensively in India. She has learned that traveling smart and functioning in evenness with the local refinements is the key to enjoying existence in India. She has traveled around India first class, sardine class, and nature in between. Ever eager to know more roughly India and its people, she has made supporter with people association to all the adult religions, interacting with escape intermingling to dozens levels of society. She holds an MS in Vedic Studies.

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Womens Fashion Tips For Looking Great

FASHIONABLY CASUAL CHIC

Many young women are making the shift from working in an office to working at home, many of them are opting to be stay-at-home moms or to start a home business so they can be more flexible. And many offices are finally allowing women to dress more casually at work, not just on Fridays, but all week long.

While students have always been able to dress as they please, more and more young women are now finding it possible to do the same. And retailers are stepping up to meet the rising demand for chic clothes that are comfortable and easy to care for, but look fashionable and trendy too.

Even so, it can be challenging to put together a unique wardrobe that is functional and looks good, too. If you are new to the work-at-home scene or a new mom, you may find yourself with a closet full of business wear and insufficient sportswear. What was once enough for weekends does not go very far when it becomes a daily thing. So, besides going shopping, how do you assemble a wardrobe of casual, comfy but fashionable pieces you can quickly pull together in the morning and still look great all day?

Start with what you love. You are now free to wear whatever you want, so get clear about what that is, You should already have some idea of your favorite looks from a quick check of your play clothes. And here's a list of basics that will give you style, comfort, options and versatility.

(1) An assortment of cute tees, tanks and tops. Buy only those you love. You are dressing to please yourself. So remember, if you don't feel good in it, it's probably not worth a second look

(2) Jeans, khakis, cropped and yoga pants in neutral colors that will mix well with your tops. Straight-leg pants are best but you can throw in a few flairs or baggies for diversion. Add a few short cotton or khaki a-line skirts for days you want to look more girlie. You can also add a longer print skirt, but make sure it's easy care and looks good wrinkled. Indian print skirts are ideal for this purpose. Finally, find a few pairs of shorts with a comfortable fit.

(3) Assorted active wear for cooler weather. Add a few sweater dresses to wear with leggings or tights for a change of pace. Long knit tunic tops work well with skinny jeans and leggings, too. You'll need a few cardigans in neutral or jewel tones. Wear the neutrals over colors and the jewel tones over black. For comfort and warmth, add some colorful leg warmers, like those featured in the Marc by Marc Jacobs fall collection.

(4) Sundresses that can be dressed up or down, one in basic black. Sundresses can also be covered with a light cardigan or shawl when the weather turns cool.

(5) One casual blazer to wear over a tee when you want to look businesslike. A basic black outerwear jacket with a fashionable cut to go with everything in cold climates, or a light suede or leather jacket for mild winters. In chilly locales, augment the jacket with a great knit hat, some colorful knit scarves, and one great pair of gloves.

(6) Cheap jewelry to amuse yourself when you grow bored with your outfits. A selection of inexpensive ballet flats in colors, a few pair of flip-flops and some Keds in a bright color. Don't forget an all-purpose bag. You may want to recycle your college backpack (great for stashing while shopping and it doubles as a diaper bag). Add a quality shoulder bag that goes everywhere and a small black clutch for evenings out.

(7) Fashionable claw-clips to pull your hair up and assorted ponytail bands for quick hair fixes.

(8) A plaid flannel work shirt (steal one from your boyfriend, husband or dad) to substitute for a cardigan or jacket.

(9) A baseball cap for bad hair days and a great pair of sunglasses.

(10) Recycle any business wear that can go casual. Some tanks and tees may work as well with jeans as with business suits, and you will save yourself from feeling like they are going to waste.

With casual clothes, it's best to stay in the low to moderate price range unless you have unlimited resources. Think Macy's, Dillards, department store junior departments, Target, J.C. Penney and Forever 21. All these retailers have an extensive, affordable and every-changing selection of trendy but inexpensive casual clothes. You can also find things online. And if you live in the city, shop street vendors for unique styles and colors where you can even haggle. For more information Click yolofashionbags.com

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7 Ways To Wear Your Favourite High Tops

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7 Ways To Wear Your Favourite High Tops

Sneaker releases are now so frequent that describing the flurry of brand new kicks as ‘arrivals’ will no longer suffice, the phenomenon now has its own noun, the ‘drop’. We’re well on board for multiple kick drops (not drop kicks) but truth be told, we always find ourselves drawn right back to old favourites, and there are few styles more well worn by us than Converse high tops.

The brand’s Chuck Taylor All-Star Classic (to give it its full name) has enjoyed an unbroken run of success since the rubber-soled basketball shoe hit the ground almost 100 years ago, and that’s because the iconic design and unmistakable silhouette make for one of the most versatile styles of all time.

“The appeal of a pair of Converse high tops is their ability to complement almost any outfit: the style traverses the gym scenester, the smart/casual blazer guy and even the [classic] lad,” says Chris Gove, creative director of British brand Percival. “Both retro and modern, Converse makes a timeless choice in a minefield of hype trainers and are far more cost effective.”

It’s unarguable that this iconic sneaker style is universally popular, but with so many styling options deciding how to wear Converse high tops is a little trickier. Because we’re nice like that we’ve listed the very best ways to wear them below.

With Cropped Chinos

Chinos and Converse high tops have much in common: everyone’s had a crack at wearing them or at least thought about it. If you’ve forged a strong mental connection between chinos and middle aged mediocrity though, a pair of All-Stars is just the thing to ward off charges of tepid dressing.

Standard issue chinos of the ilk your dad might wear won’t do here though: you’ll have to get a bit more menswear than that with a pair that are cropped at the hem. The narrow shape of high tops doesn’t play nice with acres of fabric either, so steer towards fitted styles to keep a sense of balance. Avoid additional pockets, too, as they’ll mess up the clean lines you’re aiming for here.

As chinos sit somewhere on the middle of the smart-casual continuum, a Breton top makes for a solid fence-sitting finishing move. Plus when this French classic is teamed with sporty Converse there’s less risk of becoming some walking Riviera chic cliche.

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With Shorts

On first reading, high top sneakers and shorts worn together sounds like territory into which no fully grown man should travel. Inexplicably, the combination works, and it works damn well. In fact, swapping a pair of weary plimsolls for a some box fresh Converse high tops is a good way to stand out when everyone else is playing it safe in the sun.

When wearing these northwards-creeping sneaks with shorts work to the rule of opposites: if you shorts are dark choose light Converse and vice versa. Then, to knock any sneaking suspicions that you’re on school holidays, wear a bold stripe shirt up top rather than a plain tee.

Because shorts are already low on formality, whether you choose light or dark high tops to wear with your thigh grazers, you’ll need to make sure that your kicks are always clean: cleanliness is next to godliness and all that.

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With Raw Selvedge Jeans

They’re hardly a pair of work boots but Chucks have a sense of everyday utility about them because you can wear them with practically anything. That same utility makes them a particularly good fit with raw selvedge jeans, the holy grail of denim as far as die-hard enthusiasts are concerned.

When these rugged leg coverers are worn with Converse high tops, it’s hard to understand why so many men are still wedded to their skin-tight black skinnies and minimal white sneakers. Raw denim offers a fuss-free masculine appearance, which makes a perfect match for the slimline profile of the canvas classics.

Unlike heavier footwear which will veer too close to Saturday-night-with-the-lads territory, a pair of white Converse will temper any turn-of-the-millenium taste void vibes. A plain sweatshirt on top will keep this collection of basics foolproof.

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With Tailoring

It’s hard to imagine that just a decade ago trainers paired with tailoring was considered sartorial sacrilege. Now, we’re pretty certain that over 90 per cent of the male population has tried some sort of low top trainer with their tailoring by now. So Converse high tops offer a less well-trodden spin on the suit and sneaks look (and you don’t have to look like Doctor Who while you’re at it).

A navy, charcoal, black or green suit will work with white or cream high tops, but in summer, a stone, beige or grey suit will look best worn with a dark pair. Try tonally matching what’s on your torso to your feet to tie the look together properly.

And, unless you’re headed to Comic-Con, avoid doing the TARDIS thing by veering casual with what you’re wearing underneath your suit jacket. A T-shirt, lightweight knit or grandad collar shirt are the safest styling options to go for.

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With White Denim

White jeans are about as temperamental as menswear gets. Go skinny and pair them with tasselled loafers and you’re channeling European playboy without the yacht. Introduce some high-top Converse and go relaxed with your cut and you’re suddenly one of those effortless menswear types who’s made a career out of Instagram.

While both dark and light high top Converse will work well with white jeans, the look works best in monochrome. So go all white for the bottom half of your look, then layer darker shades on your top half. Alternatively if pared-back shades aren’t really your vibe a printed short sleeve shirt will work well here, and thanks to your classy choice of footwear you’re less likely to be mistaken for the BBQ tong-wielder-in-chief.

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With Light Wash Jeans

This look was inducted into the menswear hall of fame thanks to Marty McFly’s epic turn on a skateboard in Back To The Future. Decades later the combo of light wash jeans and Converse high tops still works as well as ever, though that gilet and checked shirt haven’t aged quite so well.

Wear a white tee tucked into your jeans to riff on those eighties vibes, but try layering a loose worker jacket to bring the look bang up to date. Here fit is crucial too: anything that could could cut off your circulation is not advisable. Instead, a relaxed leg shape with slightly cropped hems works best.

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With Sportswear

There’s no doubt that we’re in peak sportswear territory which means trainers and tracksuits have toppled suits and smart shoes as the de facto menswear uniform. But, while bold sneakers and joggers may look good in a street style shot, if you’re not an impossibly swaggy sportswear kid, high tops are a safer bet.

Introducing some All Stars into the mix will keep the outfit laid back, but won’t run the risk of you looking like a modern day Sporty Spice. To nod to menswear’s latest sportswear obsession choose side stripe trousers as companions for your Converse and make like Goldilocks: aim for the midpoint with your hems ensuring that they’re neither cuffed nor baggy.

To avoid the full-kit wanker vibes, chuck on a denim jacket and a simple white T-shirt.

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How To Pick The Perfect Jeans For Your Body Type

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How To Pick The Perfect Jeans For Your Body Type

The average man is five-foot-nine and wears a size medium or large. If this sounds like you, then congratulations – you’ve hit the jackpot in denim shopping, and all jeans are essentially made for you.

Brands and designers base their sizing on a man of average dimensions, then scale up or down. Of course, for those that don’t fit these exact specifications, shopping for jeans can be just as tricky as buying tailoring.

Fortunately, there is a checklist for different shapes that, if followed, means you can update your denim rotation with ease and tailor your purchase to your body. This is the FashionBeans guide to buying jeans that suit, whatever your size.

The Basics

For all body types, the four corners of nailing denim purchases are: rise, colour, shape and break.

Before even stepping foot into a shop, it’s important to do some homework. Getting the right inseam measurement forms the basis for all jean choices thereon.

Unless you’re a yoga master, however, it’s a difficult measurement to take yourself. For around £10, dry cleaners or high-street tailors should be able to help, allowing you to tackle the rails knowing you’re not going to end up with flipper feet or pedal pushers.

While shopping, pay attention to the rise (the distance from the crotch seam to the top of the waistband) as much as the length. Both are equally important in getting denim that fits well, but length can be altered easily – the rise cannot.

Ensure that the original hem is kept; otherwise, it will look as though the jeans have just ended abruptly. Not doing so can also change the overall fit. Shortening denim results in a wider leg opening, so learn the terminology and request an original hem rather than a tucked hem.

Shorter Men

If you’re below average height, the perfect pair of jeans will make your frame appear taller than it is. However, thanks to brands’ generic one-shape-fits-all attitude, a shortening effect can just as easily occur.

Luckily for your wallet, you needn’t go down the bespoke route to secure a decent fit. There are a few things that you can do as a vertically-challenged man to get more height on the high street.

If short legs are the issue, avoid low-rise denim at all costs. Stick to mid-rise styles, as these add balance to the top and bottom half of the body.

It seems like common sense that relaxed- or loose-fit jeans would make you look bigger, but in reality, they do the opposite – drowning yourself in fabric is a sure-fire way to look like you’ve borrowed them from someone else’s wardrobe.

“I’d go for a slimmer cut – it seems to work better even if it’s a chunky guy,” says professional stylist and founder of SartoriaLab, Sarah Gilfillan. Pick a straight-leg design to help elongate the body’s frame, thereby giving the illusion of height.

Aside from fit, invest in a simple denim colour that works across your wider wardrobe and steer clear of anything with too much detail. “Choose a wash in a uniform shade (i.e. no contrast fading) and not too low waisted,” suggests Gilfillan.

If you are determined to wear ripped jeans, Gilfillan suggests a lighter coloured denim, so there’s not too much contrast between the rips and the denim colour. “Ensure the back pockets aren’t too low either as this will make your legs look shorter.”

General Guidelines

Mid-rise Solid, dark washes Straight or slim leg Classic break

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Taller Men

The definition of ‘tall’ varies from country to country, but typically, anyone over six-foot is thought to fall into this category. That also means it covers a wide range of sizes – everyone from male supermodels to NBA and rugby players will need tall denim, giving retailers a lot of scope to get it wrong.

For taller guys, the high street’s current lean towards high-waisted jeans can be a minefield. A high rise will elongate the length of your legs and make you look out of proportion, so stick to mid- or low-rise denim. Bear in mind that even if the rise is right, tall men need to pay specific attention to the drop (the distance between the waist and the crotch). There should be enough room in the crotch to keep the jeans from pinching, or there could be some seriously unwanted chafing going on.

Despite the industry practice of scaling, there are no set sizing guidelines that all brands adhere to when it comes to denim. Some labels adjust their leg measurement depending on waist size (i.e. the higher the waist size, the longer the inseam), while others offer ‘long’ and ‘regular’ sizing that is inconsistent. It pays to try before you buy.

The ideal cut for this body is a straight or slim leg, but there are a few styles you should steer well clear of. “Tall guys should be trying to add width, so skinny or spray-on jeans are best avoided,” explains Alexander McCalla, a stylist at men’s personal shopping site Thread. “They create a narrow silhouette, which accentuates your height.” Similarly, tapered fits will create an imbalance in the upper body and give the illusion you’re going to topple over.

As for the style of jeans, taller men should go easy on textures and patterns, and instead stick to solid washes. Simple, dark jeans made from lighter weight denim are more flattering on boxier shapes. But avoid all-black outfits, or you risk looking like Slender Man.

“Dark or washed denim is probably best,” adds McCalla. “And it goes without saying that stripes are a no-no. But you weren’t going to wear pinstripe jeans anyway, right?”

As with suit trousers, nailing the break on jeans when tall is imperative. An ever-so-slightly higher break works best, especially for guys who want to introduce a statement sock (or go sockless). Excess material puddling over your sneakers is not only a style faux pas, but will draw the eye down, emphasising your height further. Cuffing or pinrolling your jeans is another styling trick to consider, which helps break up your vertical line and add some bulk to your legs – two things that will make your body appear in proportion.

General Guidelines

Mid- or Low-Rise Dark coloured, lightweight denim (with a belt) Straight or slim leg Slightly higher break

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Larger Men

Denim is often seen as the enemy for larger guys, especially when all the shops seem to be stocking are skinny jeans best suited to members of One Direction. However, jeans can, in fact, be a secret weapon in this body type’s arsenal, smoothing any problem areas and adding length – providing they fit properly.

As this suggests, the first thing to do is make sure the jeans are not too tight. Discrepancies in size from store to store, even in inch-by-inch measurements, mean it’s essential for bigger men to try jeans on before handing over cash. If you’re ordering online, try ‘bracketing’ purchases by buying the size you think you are, as well as one up and one down.

“Stretch denim is a great material here,” says personal stylist Daniel Johnson. “A bigger gent’s body has much more movement so the stretch fabric will help to accommodate this, particularly around the thigh.”

Once waistband size is sorted, next look for a style that features a flattering colour. “The old adage of darker colours are slimming is very true here,” says Johnson. “A dark indigo wash denim will work nicely.”

In terms of fit, anything marked ‘slim’ or ‘skinny’ should be avoided like the plague – the last thing you want is to spend 15 minutes each morning wrestling with your jeans, only to end up with a muffin top. “If a man carries weight around his middle then slim-cut jeans will not be helpful,” Johnson says. “We want to balance out the middle and go slightly wider on the leg of the jean. That being said there is nothing wrong with a little tapering to follow and smooth out the lines of the body.”

As any sartorially-savvy gent will no doubt agree, style is in the details (or lack thereof). And that goes double when picking out jeans. “I’ve got clients who are on the larger side and I always try to adjust the scale of the detail to that person,” explains Johnson. “Some men may have a large upper half and slim legs, so in this case I’d use larger details such as pockets or belt loops to balance and maintain the scale of a larger torso and vice versa.”

Keeping that in mind, a recurring suggestion from stylists, when asked about tips for larger men, was to keep pockets empty. Stuffing them with everything except the kitchen sink increases how large your waist appears by making them out of shape and saggy. Clean lines and a neat fit are the keys to looking good here.

General Guidelines

Low-rise Dark coloured, lightweight denim Straight leg Lower break

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Skinny Men

While you might not necessarily hit the magic five-foot-nine, medium/large formula, a thinner frame does give room to play with contemporary styles; especially jeans that add visual bulk such as patchwork, embroidery or bleaching.

When looking for the most flattering rise, you can get away with whatever style you like. But to build up your stature, opt for a lower rise. The cut is roomy without drawing attention to undefined or smaller legs.

Choosing the right fabric is an easy way to give the illusion of a more solid structure without resorting to baggy denim. As a general rule, anything that looks slightly rough to the touch will give the illusion of increased mass.

The thickness of selvedge denim is great for skinny legs, particularly in a lighter shade, which swerves the slimming effect caused by dark colours.

As for the shape, avoid buying extremes. Super-slim cuts will only highlight a lack of bulk, so stay away from any styles labelled ‘stretch’, ‘spray’ or contain high amounts of elastane. Similarly, an oversized or relaxed fit creates a messy silhouette and will leave you looking like you raided your big brother’s wardrobe.

“For the more slender man, I would always opt for jeans with a slim fit, or straight-leg jeans with a slight taper at the ankle,” says Sabina Emrit, a stylist who has worked with everyone from Stormzy to Sir Ian McKellen.

Thin men share the same goal as men of all other body types, and that is to balance proportions. To do this with the leg length, aim for a small, neat break. “Make sure the sneakers are low-tops and if you want a little more detail, turn the jeans up,” advises Emrit. “And don’t be afraid to take your jeans to a tailor. You do it with your trousers, and you probably wear your jeans a lot more – so it makes sense and can make such a difference.”

General Guidelines

Low-rise Light coloured, heavyweight denim Slim, straight leg Classic break

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Muscular Men

Got that upside-down triangle shape body thing going on? More power to you. You’ve obviously been putting the man hours in at the gym. Yet while being able to categorise your body type as ‘muscular’ on dating sites does come with its advantages, it can make choosing a well-fitting pair of jeans a right royal pain in the masterfully-toned glutes.

Thankfully, achieving a good fit doesn’t have to mean losing any of your painstakingly acquired muscle mass. Not if you know how to dress for your body shape. “For muscular guys I tend to stay away from both bootcut and skinny jeans,” says Joshua Meredith, fashion coordinator for Notion Magazine. “Neither [will] do you any favours.”

This issue arises because skinny jeans (and especially god-awful muscle fits) accentuate the legs too much, throwing things out of whack with the rest of the body. “On a muscular guy this tends to make them look uncomfortable due to the tightness of the jeans around the thighs,” adds Meredith. “It can make it look as though the jeans are too small.”

Bootcut jeans are at the opposite end of the spectrum. They sap all of the definition from the legs. The aim should be to complement the shape of the body, not hide it entirely. “Try going for tapered fits instead,” suggest Meredith. “This cut is flattering to all areas of the leg due to its roomy thigh and narrow calves and leg openings.”

Aside from tapered, straight-leg jeans can work nicely for stacked guys too. The looser fit will help to balance out the legs with the torso while also avoiding the fabric clinging in any problem areas.

“Always have a dark wash and light wash, as these are quick and easy to pair with anything,” says Meredith. “For alternative colours it depends on the person’s style.” But unless your fashion heroes appeared on Love Island, go easy on white and off-white.

General Guidelines

Straight or tapered fit Dark and light wash Low- or mid-rise No bootcut, skinny or muscle fit

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