1. BOWS, BERETS AND HATS
Today's wide-brimmed straw hat is wrapped with a pretty
scarf for an accent of color.
The baseball cap comes back in many fabrics and colors
for all casual occasions.
For day wear, the toque, the sailor and beret complete
your workplace style wardrobe.
The latest barrettes come in mock tortoiseshell, dots and
stripes, with jewels and glitter. Wear them two or three at a time.
Try a tailored hair bow or a big pouf bow for evening or
on ponytails, braids, or a topknot. Wear it low at the nape of
the neck for classic elegance.
Hairbands - from mock tortoiseshell and patent leather to
black velvet and satin are for every occasion and can be worn
with hair sleeked back or with bangs and curls.
Flowers are back. Try them as a beautiful accent for fun
or fancy dressing. Wear one over your ear or in the band of a
ponytail.
2. SHOES NEWS
Flats are now appropriate for day,and evening. Look for textures -
snakeskin,lizard, alligator and crocodile - plue patent leathers
and suedes.
The semi-flat - 3/4 to l 3/4-inch heel - is for easy walking
with slightly more polished profile. Low-heeled shoes look great
with all silhouettes, so forget old myths and wear the shoe you
feel good in.
Active sports shoes are now out of the gym and into the
streets. With all the great variations on the tennis shoe, you
need never suffer from aching arches.
The true high heel is now a matter of personal choice. It
adds a special drama to both day and evening wear. The key is to
be COMFORTABLE in what youwear, walking and standing.
3. HOSIERY
Most regular department stores carry a hosiery selection that is
designed to fit plus-sized women perfectly, providing both comfort
and fashion. Both hip and height measurements are used to assure
you of comfort. Daysheers are made of all-purpose sheer nylon and
are available with a reinforced toe or sandalfoot. They come in a
range of neutrals and fashion colors. Silken Sheers contain spandex
and have a special luster and a luxuriously smooth, silky feel. If
you have a "hairy leg" problem, this would be my selection for you.
4. WIG SELECTION
Choose a wig that is fuss-free. You don't want to have to spend
hours on your wig, and it should keep its style even when you've
been on the go.
Evaluate your wig style. Your wigstyle should complement
your natural contours.
A round face becomes more defined when the wig is layered
and has some variation in line; be sure it is full at the top and
has layered sides. Brush the side back at the temple and slightly
forward onto the cheekbones. Avoid short crops. Use length to create
an illusion of a longer face. Always keep the part to one side.
A heart-shaped face - with a wide brow and narrow chin - needs
a longer wigstyle that has fullness at the bottom to balance the
width of the face across the brow. Be sure the top is layered and trim,
neither too flat or too high. A pageboy style with the hair curled
under below the ears is a good style here. Softly waved or curled long
hair also adds width to the chin.
A square face needs height and softness to create a longer
proportion and to lessen the regular angles of the face. Use a
pick to lift the sides and top of the wig. Use some specially made
wig spray to lightly hold it in place. A wig with curls or fluffy
bangs on the forehead will give added height and softness to your
forehead. A square face needs a wig that is either above the jawline
or long enough to create the illusion of an elongated face.
A rectangular face benefits from width at the cheekbone and on
the crown to balance the length of the face. Curly, wavy or long bangs
combed to one side are flattering. Avoid long, straight hair; add
fullness with the pick and hairspray. A square cut bob-wide, with thick
bangs-cut to just below the ear is a very good choice. Accent with
big earrings for more width. Avoid long drop earrings.
5. TIPS FOR THE ROUND FACE:
Add a dot of color to the chin for the illusion of length. Place a
dot of light pink or yellow eye-shadow on the center of the eyelid to
"open" eyes and draw attention to them.
Tips for the heart-shaped face. To add shaping and width across
the cheekbones,place blusher in a V across the cheekbone nad ending in
the hollow of the cheek.Blend gently.
Tip for the square face. To soften the angles of a square face
wear your hair full and soft. Use blusher to create contours.
Tip for the rectangular face. Keep the color above the center
of the cheeks, always in a curving line, not angular.
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