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26 - The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday September 24, 2008 www.oakvillebeaver.com EVERY WOMEN WANTS TO LOOK and bumps. And anyone who is popher best when she steps out the door. But too often she falls prey to the latest trends or gets locked in a mindset that prevents her from putting her best fashion foot forward. There are certainly many fashion faux pas to make, but here are some tips to help women avoid the most common. 1. Use trends as suggestions, not as the final word in fashion. Many women get caught up in following every trend. The trouble is, not every trend is practical for the wide array of body types. Take for example the "skinny jean," which has popped up once again in stores. Tall, slender women may look wonderful in skinny jeans, but a curvier woman with an hourglass figure may not. Dress for your body, not for what is hanging on the mannequin. 2. Shop for the size you are, not the size you want to be. A large percentage of women express dissatisfaction with their body image. As a remedy, they may make poor clothing choices to try to hide imperfections, or choose clothing they believe will do more good than harm. A plussize woman should not dress in baggy clothes to hide her figure. This only adds the appearance of excess weight. Similarly, anyone who wears clothing that is too snug may appear heavier than they really are. Tight clothing tends to accentuate bulges ping out of jeans or tops looks like they have put on weight and is still trying to fit into smaller sizes. 3. Fit the largest parts of your body in clothes. Many women have clothing size sticker-shock. Superthin celebrities and the manufactured images the media concocts may lead women to believe that there is an ideal size they should be. This makes shopping harder for self-conscious people. Pay less attention to size and more attention to fit. Use size simply as a guide and choose the same item in one size below and one size above the one you think you are to find the best fit. You can always tailor items to be an exact fit. 4. Pay attention to the fundamentals. A good image starts with your undergarments. Visible bra and panty lines can turn any ensemble sour. Nearly 8 in 10 women are wearing the wrong size bra. Visit a store that specializes in foundation garments and have a professional size you. This is particularly important for a woman who wears a larger size than the bras offered in most department stores, which may only go up to a DD cup. 5. Try, try, and try some more. Always experiment with clothing cuts and styles when shopping. You just may find a look that you didn't realize would complement you so well. FASHION BLUNDERS TO AVOID FALL FASHION FOR MEN FALL FASHION IS AN EXCITING TIME OF YEAR FOR FASHION LOVERS. Fabrics are rich in color and texture yet made lighter for those mild fall days and can often be worn year round. With colors that are typically neutral, it's easier to mix and match throughout your fall wardrobe. Investing in a great leather jacket is a great start for this season. Any variation of brown would be a great choice. A dark chocolate jacket stands out among the sea of black ones and ages well. It's a great colour with jeans and your casual wardrobe. Colours of blue, brown and orange are everywhere this season for men. So grab onto a colourful item anywhere you want! A tie, shirt or gloves in a refreshing colour of blue or orange will look great all season long. Women are not the only ones who need to accessorize. A must-have item this year for men is a scarf! A scarf can dramatically change any look. Great for cool evenings or perfect for adding a little pizzaz to a formal night out. Colourful, textured or patterned, a scarf should be at the top of any man's shopping list. Remember, accessories are showcases for your sense of style and personality ­ choose something that represents you! And lets not forget about a new signature scent for fall. A new cologne is a great way to freshen up your style for a new season. , A signature scent leaves an impression on those you associate with. So this Autumn, invest in a few new items that will have you feeling great about the next season in fashion! Happy shopping! New ! Location Decorating a bedroom can be expensive BUT not at Halton Linen Halton Linen where your decorating dollar goes further HALTON LINEN OUTLET WA Ware REHOU ho E S OP Open use E EVERN Ever Y A DayDy Y! ! check out The Oakville Beaver for the best beauty tips every week ... www.oakvillebeaver.com Newon! ca i LoNetwon! ti Loca 1360 Speers Rd., OAKVILLE (905) 847-2274 Voted Oakville's Best Linen Shop MON. - FRI. 10 A.M. - 5:30 P.M. · SATURDAY 10 A.M.-5 P.M. · SUNDAY. CLOSED