Flattering Yet Affordable Black Dresses

February 5th, 2010 by admin No comments »



The little black dress is a definite must have for every woman’s wardrobe, and we have the famous designer Coco Chanel to thank for that simple yet elegant outfit that can easily suit any size or shape for every occasion or event.

The basic idea behind it is that the color black is such a neutral color that everyone would not have a hard time matching it, making it so versatile, and having done it that almost everyone can afford it.

The woman’s wardrobe would be incomplete without the infamous LBD (little black dress) that can be used for casual or formal events, depending on when you are going to parade it.

The infamous little black dress is plain and simple which appears to be timeless because it is always in fashion and would never go out of style.

The wonderful thing is that you can purchase the little black dress and still keep up with the latest trends when you purchase black backless dresses, long vintage, or maxi styles in black.

This is perfect for people who are a little hesitant of wearing brighter colors. You can always add little accessories and accents to your little black dress like shoes, accessories and belts just to follow what is the “in color” of this season’s latest trend.

Black is a wonderful color that can blend perfectly well with any color. It can go well for casual or formal events, and looks great for any color, shape and size of women.

By: Priyanka Arora

What To Look For In Choosing Your Perfect Salsa Dress

February 4th, 2010 by admin No comments »



The perfect salsa steals the show all by itself and makes you look and feel your very best. So what should you look for in choosing a salsa dress? Style, sexiness, movement, comfort, color, ability to accessorize? All of these factors are equally important when it comes to choosing a salsa dress, so let’s take a look at them in more detail.

Salsa is a sexy dance, so your salsa dress should accentuate the movements of your body. It should flow with your dance movements and flare up when you spin. Spaghetti straps are very common in salsa dresses for example. How much spin factor you choose in your salsa dress depends on what you are comfortable with.

You should also take into consideration which features of the body you want your salsa dress to show off – your shoulders, legs or cleavage. A stretchy top with pretty straps will show off a sexier shoulder line. A deep V-cut in the front is definitely meant to show off your cleavage. The opposing asymmetrical cuts that you see in many salsa dresses show off the best part of your legs while at the same creating a flattering frame for your thighs.

If you have ever been to a salsa club, you would know that it can get very hot and steamy. You should look to choose therefore a fabric that breathes, that is soft and most importantly that will keep you cool.

The color of your salsa dress is vital and should reflect your personality. The color of your salsa dress should also match the vibrancy and energy of the dance. Red salsa dress are most common but they can also come in white, black and even some pastel shades. They can also come in a combination of two or more colors. For example a red salsa dress with black trim or a black salsa dress with some red features on it. You may also add a little glitz and sparkle to make them more eye-catching. Sparkling glitter haze throughout a black dress for example is a performance favorite.

Whether you are looking for a salsa dress to wear to your favorite nightclub, a salsa dress for an upcoming competition or a dress for your prom night, the salsa dress you decide should make you look and feel your best.

By: Giselle Sanchez

Six Ways to Get Women’s Wide Width Shoes

February 3rd, 2010 by admin No comments »



Women’s wide width shoes pose a challenge to many tall women with wide feet. For the most part getting women’s shoes for this group of people can be expensive and time wasting. It even feels discriminatory when a brand does not consider women with big feet beyond size ten. Plus sizes normally start at size 11 and women’s size 12 shoes.

I have had such problem since I was fourteen. It has made me develop a passion to always know where to find tall women wide width shoes. It is not easy but I have narrowed down to about six ways you can get large the large sizes.

The first thing is to search the local shoes store. If you are lucky some will have big size women’s shoes. The variety will be very limited and you may have to settle for a shoe that you do not like, if you have no time, but, you can be lucky and get a good pick.

Normally the local stores will have a gorgeous display of shoes but will lack the women’s wide width or big sizes. So, the second way to get a large wear is to get in the store and a grab a style that you like, then ask the staff in there if they can order for you a similar one but in a bigger range. Give them your contact details. If you are lucky they will try and do that. This will not happen on all stores and definitely most brands do not even go beyond size ten. However I have been lucky in some cases and it is an easy way you can try.

The third way to find women’s wide width shoes is to ask friends, relatives and even strangers who have wide feet adorning beautiful shoes. Inquire from them where they get their picks and how much it costs. With time you have different leads and ways you can get your own.

Fourthly do an online search. It is amazing how many brands have women wide width shoes only in their online store and not offline. Make sure you buy from stores or vendors that have free returns. This is because, unlike normal size shoes, women with wide feet do not put on a given size, it is usually a range of two or three sizes with halves included. If an online store or vendor have free returns then you can do exchanges without any hassle.

Though this may not appeal to many. The fifth way to get wide width shoes and tall women pairs is to look in second hand stores. You may even get some new shoes there on a lucky day. Second hand stores stock all kind of finds, so if you frequent the stores you can get some extra wide shoes. The only problem normally is the shape of the shoes if the owner wore it for a long time. However if you need some casual or everyday sandals then you can easily get cheap large size shoes this way.

Lastly, the other way to get some big size shoes is to exchange them with your friends and relatives with big size shoes. If a shoe is pinching or too loose then offer to give it to someone who has big legs and ask them to give you a pair that is not fitting them. It is along shot but worth a try for those with a plus size problem.

It can be a challenge finding a good shoe, but there are some very nice wide width shoes from great brands. As a tall woman with wide feet do not give up on your search and always know you do not have to buy any pair just because it fits, do a search, be patient and give yourself a treat.

By: Grace Onyango