Looking Your Best

10 Easy steps to re-inspire your style

Nina Sutton — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:19:00 -0700

If you are like most people, you may have looked in your closet full of clothes recently and thought "I have nothing to wear!" If you are feeling slightly uninspired with your wardrobe these days, here are some fashion tips to ignite your style without going on a tornado shopping spree.

Swimwear for ladies with length

Catherine Conelly — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 09:51:00 -0700

So, you've been blessed with legs for days but when it comes time to swimsuit shop for the perfect one-piece, being tall and lean can feel like a curse. Luckily, there are swimwear designers who keep your body type in mind. We perused the swimwear section and found some one-piece swimsuits that are designed with extra length in the torso. Here are four one-pieces to sooth your swimwear shopping stress.

Choosing chest flattering swimwear

Catherine Conelly — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 15:31:00 -0700

They're either too big or too small. Yes, we're talking bust sizes. A recent poll in ShopSmart Magazine revealed that 42 percent of women struggle to find a suit that supports their curves. 31 percent of women said that they had trouble finding a suit with enough coverage up top. What does this tell us? Flattering our busts can be, well, a bust when it comes to swimsuit shopping. We scoped out some swimwear that will match up to your body type, keeping your bust happy and striking all the summer days long.

5 Secrets to snazz up a one-piece bathing suit

Suzi Milovanovic — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 10:30:00 -0700

A one-piece bathing suit is the usual sought-after modest summer staple to hide the effects of winter inactivity or the slight imperfections we all have. With just a few accessories and tricks, the one-piece bathing suit can be just as exciting and sexy as its two-piece counterpart.

Hot weather beauty & body care tips: Summer beauty head to toe

SheKnows Beauty & Style Divas — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 10:57:00 -0700

When it's hot outside, that means a lot of work for your beauty regimen: Getting in good shape to wear a swimsuit, taking care of your skin and hair, and buying the best bikini swimwear. Here's a collection of great hot weather beauty and body tips.

Silver and gold prom dresses

Catherine Conelly — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 18:29:00 -0700

While shopping for a prom dress is exciting, it's also not as easy as we'd like it to be. With so many fashion choices, prom shopping can become overwhelming and exhausting. With this quick list of metallic prom-tastic dresses, looking fabulous on your big night won't be as difficult as you think.

10 Ways to make your prom's "Worst Dressed" list

Tiernan McKay — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 09:49:00 -0700

Like it or not, prom will definitely be a night to remember. Whether it's the best night of your life, the worst night of your life, or somewhere in between, years from now you will remember the main details. With a little planning, you can be sure the memories are all good. Find our what prom styles to avoid, and learn from others' unfortunate prom style mistakes.

How to stay stress-free on prom night

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 09:39:00 -0700

As fun and fabulous as prom is, getting ready for the biggest night of the year can be stressful. We don’t want you to end up missing out on any enjoyment due to feeling overwhelmed with pre-prom do-dos so we’ve put together some tips to help you stay calm. Getting ready for a night out is half the fun, and this isn’t just any night out, so follow our guide to an anxiety-free evening.

Pick a look for prom

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 07:23:00 -0700

Prom is fast approaching, and choosing a style for the biggest night of the year can seem overwhelming. With our tips, though, finding the perfect prom ensemble -- dress, shoes, accessories -- is easier than you think.

Best beauty-boosting health habits

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 08:49:00 -0700

Beauty products are great. Trust us, we can’t get enough of them. But there’s no substitute for good health habits. If you do your best to feel good, your looks will benefit naturally. Here are some of the best health habits to start right now if you want to look your best.

How to get the natural makeup look

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 09:19:00 -0800

No one wants to look like she's wearing a pound of makeup. Sure, when you’re heading to an event or just feel like going glam, you might be a little heavy handed with eyes, lips and cheeks. On a day-to-basis, at the office or out for brunch, though, the goal is to look naturally fresh, bright and clear skinned. Here are some tips for achieving the natural makeup look.

How to get rid of cellulite

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 09:43:00 -0800

Cellulite is among the biggest body concerns for women. One day you have smooth, taut thighs -- and then, out of nowhere, cellulite rears its ugly head. Fear not: Tons of products aim to tone skin and give it a tighter, smoother appearance, and we've rounded up a few here.

How to strike a red carpet-worthy pose

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 10:19:00 -0800

Whether you’re going to be attending or hosting a fabulous Oscar bash this year, why let James Franco and Anne Hathaway have all the red carpet fun? Follow these five simple tips for posing like a pro and looking gorgeous as you make your own grand entrance to an Academy awards-themed soiree.

Dressing for your body type

Catherine Conelly — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 15:30:00 -0800

Tired of hating everything in your closet because of the way it makes you look? Consider a wardrobe change! Long and lean, curvy or rounded: women come in all different shapes and sizes and the key to style success is dressing for your body type. No woman is made alike and trust us, there are many different body shapes. So before you start crucifying yourself for your wide hips or "fat" arms, being too tall or too short, check out these tips to help you look fabulous!

Office attire for your body type

Aly Walansky — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 13:00:00 -0800

Comfort and poise are crucial in professional situations, so your work clothes must fit and flatter your body well -- and your body type dictates the styles that fit you best. Here are a few tips on finding the right office clothing based on your body's proportions from career and image coach Lizandra Vega, author of The Image of Success: Make a Great Impression and Land the Job You Want.

Shop to fit your body type online

Brooke Andersen — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 07:45:00 -0700

Finding clothes that flatter can be challenging, no matter how you slice it -- but it's especially risky when you're shopping online and can't try things on. Here's where you can click right now to start shopping for your body type, rather than your size.

6 Tips to fight cellulite

Nina Sutton — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 05:00:00 -0700

Research shows that 90 percent of all women have cellulite -- collections of fat that expand and push against the skin's connective tissue, resulting in a cottage cheese appearance. Although there is no permanent cure for cellulite, here are a few tips to help fight those dimples.

10 Minutes with Tim Gunn

Marlene Montanez — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 12:23:00 -0700

Television personality and style guru Tim Gunn is anything but shy. He is known and beloved for his mentoring of budding designers on Project Runway; his savvy tips on his hit show, Tim Gunn's Guide to Style; and his post as Liz Claiborne's chief creative officer. When it comes to fashion, he is undoubtedly on top of his game. But perhaps what he is best known for is his practical approach to women's fashion. While he freely admits fashion can be "daunting," Gunn also feels fashion should be fun and about feeling good. Here, Tim Gunn lets us in on his three universal style rules.

Prom night emergency essentials kit

Jessica Padykula — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 15:25:00 -0700

You’ve scored a hot a date, found the ultimate dress, perfect shoes and decided on the most flattering make-up and hairstyle for the biggest event of the year – prom! Now that the big items have been crossed off your pre-prom list, it’s time to get down to the details. We want your night to be as perfect as you’ve imagined, so we’ve put together a list of emergency essentials every prom-goer should think about tucking away in her ultra-cute clutch. Not that we expect anything to go awry, but we do know that it’s always better to be safe than sorry when it comes to getting ready for fabulous nights out.

How to choose the right handbag for your body type

Kori Ellis — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 11:26:00 -0700

When shopping for a new handbag this season, consider your body type. Not every handbag is ideal for every woman. Follow these tips to find the perfect handbag for you.

Valentine's Day date outfits for every body type

Marlene Montanez — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 21:54:00 -0800

Forget trying to decide on a present -- we know the real headache you're having is what to wear this Valentine's Day. Here, we've got outfit ideas that'll suit your mood and flatter your body type.