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We asked: Would you wear Horizontal Stripes?
You said: Yes to Horizontal Stripes, with 75% of the vote.
Style tip? Horizontal Stripes get a bad reputation for figure flattery, since they can make you look wider than you actually are. But it’s all in how you wear your stripes. Small, narrow stripes are pretty easy to wear by themselves. And you can counteract the widening effect of wide horizontal stripes by wearing them in moderation–such as under a jacket. Plus, you can take advantage of the widening effect by wearing them on a part of your body that you’d like to widen. If you have narrow shoulders, for instance, you can wear horizontal stripes at the shoulderline to visually balance them out.
Next question: When it comes to pants, high waisted silhouettes are growing in popularity. But what do you think? Tell us, would you wear High Waisted Pants? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Striped Tie Tank | $34.50 at Gap.
May 5th, 2008
We asked: Would you wear Short Shorts?
You said: No to Short Shorts, which only got 30% of the vote.
Style tip? Short Shorts are best on those blessed with thin legs. For those of us with less-than-perfect legs, a knee length short is more flattering. That said, short shorts can visually elongate the leg–so if you’re petite, they can work in your favor.
Next question: We just ran a feature on horizontal stripes, which have a bad reputation for figure flattery. But what do you think? Tell us, would you wear Horizontal Stripes? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Mary Striped Short | $19.99 at Forever 21.
April 28th, 2008
We asked: Would you wear Bubble Jackets?
You said: No to Bubble Jackets, which got only 26% of the vote.
Style tip? Bubble jackets can work for certain figure types, but they’re tough to wear for others. If you have wide shoulders and narrow hips, a bubble shaped jacket will help balance out your figure. For the opposite (narrow shoulders and wide hips), however, bubble jackets will do more harm than good for your figure. If Bubble Jackets work for your figure, we recommend checking out the lovely (and affordable) pictured Bubble Jacket at Target..
Next question: The weather’s starting to warm up, and soon we’ll be making the transition from long pants to shorts. And some may dare to go one step further with Short Shorts. But what do you think? Tell us, would you wear Short Shorts? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Bubble Skirt Trench Coat | $69.99 at Target.
April 21st, 2008
We asked: Would you wear Shorts as Eveningwear?
You said: No to Shorts as Eveningwear. Only 21% would choose to wear it.
Style tip? We have to admit that we’re not really behind this trend either. Our best tip is simply to avoid it. If, however, you do take the plunge…wear something long-sleeved on top in order to balance out the extra skin you’re showing with the shorts.
Next question: Bubble-shaped jackets are making their way from the runway to reality. But what do you think? Tell us, would you wear a Bubble Jacket? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Theory Denami Short | $180 at Shopbop.
April 14th, 2008
We asked: Would you wear a Brightly Colored Trenchcoat?
You said: Yes to Brightly Colored Trenchcoats, with 89% of the vote.
Style tip? Whether it’s in a bright yellow, a spring green, or a vibrant pink, make your brightly colored trench the centerpiece of your outfit. For an easy weekend outfit, pair your brightly colored trench with a complementary colored top, dark wash jeans, and a pair of cute ballet flats.
Next question: The weather’s starting to warm up, and eveningwear has taken note. We’ve been noticing a growing trend: Shorts as Eveningwear. But what do you think? Is this trend daring…or just dumb? Tell us, would you wear Shorts as Eveningwear? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Cotton Short Trenchcoat | $148 at Banana Republic.
April 7th, 2008
We asked: Would you wear Skinny Jeans?
You said: Yes to Skinny Jeans, with 62% of the vote.
Style tip? Dark wash jeans are going to be the most flattering, as they visually slim the leg. For a fresh look, pair a voluminous top (jacket or shirt) over your skinny jeans for a big-over-small look.
Next question: Trenchcoats are a classic that never really go out of style. The twist this season? Bright colors. Would you wear a brightly colored trench? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Earnest Sewn Cigarette Leg Harlan Jeans | $185 at 80s Purple.
March 31st, 2008
We asked: Would you wear Plaid?
You said: Yes! A whopping 77% of you voted in favor of Plaid.
Style tip? Plaids can be loud–but they can also be quietly sophisticated. Try a glen plaid (pictured, left) for a whisper of plaid.
Next question: Despite how tough they are to wear, skinny jeans remain on the fashion radar. But would you wear skinny jeans? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Martin Glen Plaid Cuffed Wide-leg Trouser | $59.99 (sale) at Banana Republic.
March 23rd, 2008
We asked: Would you wear a Minidress?
You said: Maybe. For the second week in a row, both "Yes" and "No" each got 50% of the vote.
Style tip? If you have less-than-perfect legs, you can still pull off the minidress trend. Try wearing a minidress over (opaque) tights. Black tights are the most slimming, but you can also experiment with color here.
Next question: We’re seeing plaid everywhere–on the runway, in stores, and on the streets. But would you wear plaid yourself? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Kate Dress | $98 at J Crew.
March 17th, 2008
We asked: Would you wear Yellow Green?
You said: Maybe. Both "Yes" and "No" got 50% of the vote.
Style tip? If your skin has warm undertones, yellow green (and yellow) will likely flatter you. But if your skin has cool undertones, try jewel tones–such as emerald green–instead.
Next question: It’s no question that minidresses are a hot commodity for Spring. But would you actually wear them? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Embroidered Linen Popover Blouse | $98 at J Crew.
March 9th, 2008
We asked: Would you wear Cocoon Coats?
You said: No, with 79% against, and only 21% for Cocoon Coats.
Style tip? You don’t wear Cocoon Coats for figure flattery–you wear them to make a fashion statement. The best Cocoon Coat looks allow the coat to be the center of attention, so choose your other clothes with that in mind.
Next question: Bright, day-glo colors like Yellow Green are In for Spring and Summer. But would you wear Yellow Green? Cast your vote on the sidebar!
Pictured: Sport Luxe Coat | $59 at Twelve by Twelve.
March 3rd, 2008
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