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Taking Fashion Cues from Reality TV

September 23, 2010

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With the wide array of reality TV shows exposing you to which fabrics, cuts, fits and colors to avoid, staying fashionable is as simple as turning on your television. Luckily, you don’t have to be scrutinized as your every fashion choice is critiqued. Others who allow themselves to be highlighted as the guinea pigs on reality TV fashion shows give you an opportunity to sit back and learn from their mistakes.

The Fashion Choices of the Unsuspecting

Oprah hosted many episodes related to fashion choices. Unsuspecting women were approached in the malls and on the streets and asked if they could be advised on their fashion choices. Ill fitting bra straps that dug into the breasts, old jeans and outdated fashions were just a few of fashion mistakes made by women who were rushing through their lives without time to heed their clothing choices.

A Fashion Self-Assessment

As you watch reality television, you can ask yourself these same questions in the privacy and comfort of your own home. Do your undergarments fit properly? Are there visible panty lines or bra strap lines? Do your jeans fit properly? Are your jeans a current cut or from decades ago? While you may not choose to buy a pair of skinny jeans as an older woman, you might choose to avoid jean cuts that are pulled too high up on your waist as was the fashion decades ago.

Whether you are watching The Bachelorette, What Not to Wear or another reality TV show, pay close attention to the fashion mistakes and triumphs of show participants to carve your own fashion path.

 

 

 

 

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Celebrities & Fashion: Making a Statement in Two Ways

Destiny's Child

Cover of Destiny's Child

In a world obsessed with looking good and sporting the hottest fashions when each new season rolls around, celebrities are breaking into yet another arena — fashion, of course! Serena Williams has her own line of fashionable athletic wear, as does her sister Venus. Jay-Z is known for his line called Rocawear, which has various fashions for men, women, and children. Sarah Jessica Parker had her own clothing line called “Bitten,” which sold at Steve & Barry’s chains before they became defunct. It’s hard to look around and not see a clothing line developed by a celebrity.

Fashions in the United States have changed vastly over the years, with some of them making reappearances in recent years. Celebrity fashion trends, though, have always remained popular, no matter what they consist of.

Everyone knows Beyoncé Knowles. She’s famous for being a member of Destiny’s Child, and her extremely successful solo career, with number one hits such as “Irreplaceable,” “Beautiful Liar,” and of course, “Put A Ring On It,” a song parodied in a classic skit with Justin Timberlake on Saturday Night Live. Beyoncé has her own perfume and is also part of the force behind Dereon clothing, established in the fall of 2004.

The clothing line has grown in popularity over the last few years, especially with teenagers and the younger crowds. Dereon clothing offers something for every female body shape and is one of the most popular fashion lines in the United States. From tops and bottoms, jumpsuits and sets, and jewelry and other accessories, women would be hard pressed to find something that doesn’t fit her unique sense of style.

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Bright Colors and Bold Statements

Bright colors. This is what spring is all about. Most especially in the fashion world, you will find that the brighter the colors, the better. This year, bright colors have been seen not only in the clothes, but in other areas as well. If you are looking for great ways to spice up your outfit this spring, add a little color to your makeup, your accessories, or even your hair.

So, what colors are really in? To be honest, pretty much everything is in right now, as long as it is bright and bold. There are some colors that have been seen more prevalent than others, depending on the medium.

For example, with eyeshadow, you will want to stock up on spring greens, oranges, purples, and even pinks. These are colors that traditionally scream spring, and this year is no different. Don’t tone down the colors, let them fly! Along with this, bright eye liners and mascaras are also in. For lips, you want to go with either a bright red or a fun pink.

With accessories, green and yellow are both very popular this spring. Getting your hands on a yellow handbag is a great way to accessorize your spring outfits. A bright blue belt may also be a great way to add some color, without having it stand out too much.

Hair colors this year are all about going crazy. Bright reds are extremely popular on the runway. Along with this, you will want to consider off beat colors. As long as it is not against the dress code at your job, consider something that is not normally seen as a natural hair color. If this is not permitted for your job, add in some wash away streaks of color for your next night on the town.

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