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The
Clothing Chronicles
May 24, 2007, #277
FashionForRealWomen.com
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In This Issue:
Message
From Diana
Feature
Article: A
Guide to Shorts
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MESSAGE FROM DIANA
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various ages, along with suggestions for hair removal, body care, and
more. I think you'll like it. Look for the "It's here!"
email on Tuesday May 29th, when everyone here in the States is back
from their long Memorial Day weekend.
So what's on
tap for today's article? A look at a warm-weather staple: shorts.
Enjoy!
Diana
diana@fashionforrealwomen.com
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FEATURE ARTICLE
A Guide to Shorts
From my office
here on College Avenue right across the street from the University of
Delaware, I'm treated to a daily fashion show by all of the
college-age fashionistas who pass my door. Good, bad, cute,
ridiculous, I have seen it all, often in the space of a single class change.
Now that the
temperatures and the hemlines have shot up for spring, I'm seeing a
whole lot more. Frankly, it isn't pretty. The "What Not To
Wear" team could film a whole season of shows after spending
just five minutes on campus.
So what's wrong?
Well, lots.
But since this issue is about shorts, let's focus our attention
there. Many of the gaffs I'm seeing apply readily to women of all
ages, shapes, and sizes, and can be easily remedied with just a
little bit of information.
All bodies are
not created equal, and nothing drives home that point more than the
minimal clothing worn in warm weather. So if you want to look like
you have a good body, even if you don't, choose your pieces carefully.
Here are some
guidelines on selecting the best short styles for you, from least
amount of coverage to greatest amount of coverage.
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Short Shorts
Sometimes
referred to as "Daisy Dukes," depending on where you live,
these short shorts look best on bodies with thin hips, long, thin
legs, and no cellulite. Their box shape widens and shortens, so on
bodies that have wide hips or thick thighs, they'll make them look
wider and thicker.
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OldNavy.com |
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Classic Shorts
The general
name given to shorts that hit approximately mid-thigh, classic shorts
(also known as Jamaica shorts) look good on a variety of body shapes
- provided the leg of the short is the same shape as the leg of the wearer.
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Chadwicks.com |
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Bermuda Shorts
Bermuda shorts
are those that hit just above the knee. A favorite of the over-50
crowd because of how they cover, Bermudas look best on trim thighs
and long, thin legs. Because of where they hit, they tend to make
short and heavy legs look shorter and heavier. |

Chadwicks.com |
Since the
classic mid-thigh length tends to be the most flattering on the
largest number of people, look for shorts in that length. Also opt
for plain styles with simple hems. Cuffs, pockets, pleats, etc., all
tend to add unwanted bulk, so be cautious when considering styles
with those design elements.
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Also, remember
that your shoe choice will have an impact on your overall look, so
opt for shoes that further elongate the leg, like minimalist sandals,
flip flops, and the like that blend well with your skin tone.
So what if
you're the type of gal who wouldn't be caught dead in shorts? Try
Capris instead. They're summery AND modest. |

Roamans.com |
Finding the
best shorts for your body type is easy when you know what to look
for. Opt for styles that offer adequate coverage, fit well around the
waist, and have a leg shape that matches the shape of your leg.
Stylish and
comfortable: it's the only way to beat the heat!
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Need some more
help in determining which shapes of clothes suit you best? Download a
copy of WARDROBE MAGIC,
http://www.wardrobemagic.com
to see how
easy dressing well can be. |
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Until next time,
Diana Pemberton-Sikes
diana@fashionforrealwomen.com
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