HOW TO BUY T-SHIRTS

T-shirts are versatile wardrobe items. Today they are used as undergarments but also as fashionable outerwear for all members of the family. Quality and price of garments vary greatly. What are the characteristics of a quality Tshirt? What do you look for when comparing T-shirts to get the best buy? Read More

Selecting Tailored Shirts and Blouses

Dress shirts for men and tailored blouses or shirts for women are basic items in most wardrobes. Even with casual lifestyles, most men need a dress shirt for special occasions. Women may wear tailored shirts or blouses to work or for casual wear. Besides, a crisp tailored shirt unbuttoned at the neck with sleeves rolled up looks great with a pair of blue jeans for informal events. Although a tailored shirt seems very basic, a variety of styles, fabrics and choices exists in the marketplace. Important factors to consider when buying a tailored shirt or blouse are: Read More

Shoes

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Shoes
It’s becoming increasingly difficult to find shoes below a UK size 4, European size 37. The problem of fit is even worse when it comes to knee boots. The boots pictured are from Kurt Geiger, soft suede, size 36. Even on thin legs the fit on the calves is good. Generally boots made in Spain or Italy come in smaller sizes and a narrower fit. They can also be expensive, alas! Read More

Dress For Success?

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Dress For Success?
The little black dress?  Red carpet evening gown?  Simple sun dress?  Audrey Hepburn shift?  The perfect dress is the holy grail of style.  It takes the pain out of dressing: no need for matching top to bottom, or wondering whether colours complement or clash, the dress is simple one piece perfection.  When it fits, a dress emphasises a woman’s curves, but smoothes out the bumps, the ultimate in flattering illusion. Read More

Dresses: A Subjective Guide

Anne Brooks:  This petite label sold through Debenhams is not exactly the home of cutting edge fashion, with a design team whose day job, I would guess, is making uniforms for building society staff.  Nevertheless the fit is good for the average petite frame, sizes start at 6, and they make some effort to co-ordinate dresses with jackets and other accessories. Read More

Fabricare Symbols

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Fabricare Symbols

The following information is provided by the U. S. Federal Trade Commission as part of Project Clean. The symbols appearing on garment labels provide care instructions from the manufacturer.

As a minimum, laundering instructions include (in order) four symbols: washing, bleaching, drying, and ironing. Drycleaning instructions include one symbol. Additional symbols or words or both may be used to clarify the instructions. The water temperatures listed below are provided as a guideline. Actual water temperatures obtained in the home depend on washing machine settings (hot, warm, cold), regional supply temperatures, and water heater settings.
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Purse Cleaning

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Purse Cleaning

Don’t discard or retire expensive handbags and purses when they become soiled! Cloth and leather handbags and purses – new and heirloom – can be professionally cleaned and restored by our Certified Couture Cleaners. Simply send the bag(s) to our experts in New York or San Diego and you’ll be wearing them with pride in 2 weeks! Read More