Photo Credit: Why Is It Suddenly Cool To Hate On Skinny Girls?
at 3:00 PM Labels: Celebrate, Curvy, self appreciation, self love, skinny
Let me preface this post by saying I do not hate the Sock Bun. I LOVE the Sock Bun. I would even live for the Sock Bun if, I could do it.
This post is for all the gals like me who have spent time and energy to create the perfect 'do, only to wind up with holy socks, a high count of bun rollers, and hair NOT in a bun.
I can't do the Sock Bun to save my life and I finally gave up trying. It's such a beautiful style. It's regal, my hair is up and out of my way, and it's HUGE- just like a bun should be. Then I thought about it--all these elements can be achieved in many other ways! So forget this style. I don't give a sock. I'm doing big hair in an updo my own way and here's how:
The High Bun with A Twist
And if you're just done with the bun altogether, (I don't blame you) check out these high style alternatives:
French Bouffant Roll
Modern Milk Maiden
Don't limit yourself. Hair can go up in all kinds of ways and just because you can't grasp the mastery of a trick with accessories intended for your feet, doesn't mean you can't pull off a Chignon of your very own. :)
Show me your style! Leave a comment or send me your own version of the up do to showcase here, on The Last Word.
Photo Credit: johorbahru.olx.com, Made-in-china.com, SnapItGuide.com, BenchPrep Pinterest, Hairstyles For 2012 Hairstyle Free
at 9:23 AM Labels: Beautiful, Bouffant, Braid, Chignon, Fashion Tips, Hair, Sock Bun Alternative, Top Knot
1. Know Your Retailer.
Forever 21 can be shopped both online and in store. Fun Fact: I have from sales associates on good authority that 75% off the items you see online, have already been on the sales floor for weeks. You have the option of finding it via sales associate with the item# a lá Macy's, but you'd be hard pressed to shop the entire store for an online "New Arrival".
at 9:12 AM Labels: Curvy Girls, Fashion Mecca, Fashion Tips, Forever 21, Insta-Fashion, Outfit, Shopping, Shopping Tips
Greetings to all of my Curvy women!
Remember this interview I had with Tracy Clifford?:
Well as promised, and a much needed Monday treat, I present to you Part 2 with Ms. Clifford. Here, you'll see how us Curvy Girls fit into the Styling universe and the best practices in organizing our wardrobes/accessory approaches, and the highlights of one exquisite career in Fashion.
TC: There have been many amazing moments throughout my career. Probably the most important one came when I was the full time buyer for Marissa Collections. The store owner, who is to this day my mentor, allowed me to go to Paris by myself. This meant that I was completely responsible for the store and it's merchandise. When I realized my eye and talent had been fully recognized, I knew I was on my way. That experience is what has given me the drive and confidence to found Tracy Clifford Style.
How would you categorize yourself? (Curvy vs "not Curvy") - The best part of the interview!
TC: I would not categorize myself. I am unique and prefer to be that way. You will never see me modeling in a showroom or walking down a runway, but I accentuate my physical assets and express my personality through my love of fashion. I don't believe fashion is about waify models strutting down the runway. It is about passion, style an self expression.
Do you see what I see? Self expression of individuality is beaming all throughout my interview with Tracy Clifford - as well it should! There aren't any guidelines in Fashion in how to make you feel like YOU. You have to know what works for yourself and an exercise that any way you can.
Ms. Clifford, it has been a pleasure to speak with you and get perspective on true style, from a hometown expert. For more about Tracy please visit her website (link above) and follow her on Twitter : @TCliffordStyle !
Photo Credit: Chictopia, Ebay Images, Inhabitat.com, Go Outfitters Blog
at 10:00 AM Labels: Beautiful, Celebrate, Chicago, Chicago Stylist, Curvy, Dress Right For Your Body Type, Fashion Tips, Tracy Clifford
Photo Credit: Why Is It Suddenly Cool To Hate On Skinny Girls?
at 3:00 PM Labels: Celebrate, Curvy, self appreciation, self love, skinny
Let me preface this post by saying I do not hate the Sock Bun. I LOVE the Sock Bun. I would even live for the Sock Bun if, I could do it.
This post is for all the gals like me who have spent time and energy to create the perfect 'do, only to wind up with holy socks, a high count of bun rollers, and hair NOT in a bun.
I can't do the Sock Bun to save my life and I finally gave up trying. It's such a beautiful style. It's regal, my hair is up and out of my way, and it's HUGE- just like a bun should be. Then I thought about it--all these elements can be achieved in many other ways! So forget this style. I don't give a sock. I'm doing big hair in an updo my own way and here's how:
The High Bun with A Twist
And if you're just done with the bun altogether, (I don't blame you) check out these high style alternatives:
French Bouffant Roll
Modern Milk Maiden
Don't limit yourself. Hair can go up in all kinds of ways and just because you can't grasp the mastery of a trick with accessories intended for your feet, doesn't mean you can't pull off a Chignon of your very own. :)
Show me your style! Leave a comment or send me your own version of the up do to showcase here, on The Last Word.
Photo Credit: johorbahru.olx.com, Made-in-china.com, SnapItGuide.com, BenchPrep Pinterest, Hairstyles For 2012 Hairstyle Free
at 9:23 AM Labels: Beautiful, Bouffant, Braid, Chignon, Fashion Tips, Hair, Sock Bun Alternative, Top Knot
1. Know Your Retailer.
Forever 21 can be shopped both online and in store. Fun Fact: I have from sales associates on good authority that 75% off the items you see online, have already been on the sales floor for weeks. You have the option of finding it via sales associate with the item# a lá Macy's, but you'd be hard pressed to shop the entire store for an online "New Arrival".
at 9:12 AM Labels: Curvy Girls, Fashion Mecca, Fashion Tips, Forever 21, Insta-Fashion, Outfit, Shopping, 
Shopping Tips
Greetings to all of my Curvy women!
Remember this interview I had with Tracy Clifford?:
Well as promised, and a much needed Monday treat, I present to you Part 2 with Ms. Clifford. Here, you'll see how us Curvy Girls fit into the Styling universe and the best practices in organizing our wardrobes/accessory approaches, and the highlights of one exquisite career in Fashion.
TC: There have been many amazing moments throughout my career. Probably the most important one came when I was the full time buyer for Marissa Collections. The store owner, who is to this day my mentor, allowed me to go to Paris by myself. This meant that I was completely responsible for the store and it's merchandise. When I realized my eye and talent had been fully recognized, I knew I was on my way. That experience is what has given me the drive and confidence to found Tracy Clifford Style.
How would you categorize yourself? (Curvy vs "not Curvy") - The best part of the interview!
TC: I would not categorize myself. I am unique and prefer to be that way. You will never see me modeling in a showroom or walking down a runway, but I accentuate my physical assets and express my personality through my love of fashion. I don't believe fashion is about waify models strutting down the runway. It is about passion, style an self expression.
Do you see what I see? Self expression of individuality is beaming all throughout my interview with Tracy Clifford - as well it should! There aren't any guidelines in Fashion in how to make you feel like YOU. You have to know what works for yourself and an exercise that any way you can.
Ms. Clifford, it has been a pleasure to speak with you and get perspective on true style, from a hometown expert. For more about Tracy please visit her website (link above) and follow her on Twitter : @TCliffordStyle !
Photo Credit: Chictopia, Ebay Images, Inhabitat.com, Go Outfitters Blog
at 10:00 AM Labels: Beautiful, Celebrate, Chicago, Chicago Stylist, Curvy, Dress Right For Your Body Type, Fashion Tips, Tracy Clifford