Jacket

Wearing it across your back is the most traditional way to wear a sling. There are reasons why people prefer to carry this way too. Out of sight means out of mind, letting you focus on taking in the city sights on the move. What is the proper way to wear a sling bag? The […]

Great fabric choices include: cotton, flannel, satin, and wool. You will need fabric for the main, outer part of your cape, and a lighter fabric for the lining. They can be matching colors and patterns, or contrasting ones. Consider using a pattern for one side and a solid color for the other. What is the […]

The most common types of shoulder pads are dolman, raglan, and set in sleeves. They come in they come in thickness of 1/4 inch (. 3 cm) to 1 inch (2.5 cm) on the average. Are there different shoulder pads for different positions? They vary in shape and size depending on different position groups and […]

yes. The answer is yes— shoulder pads are back in style for Spring/Summer 2020, and whatever is left of these remaining Winter months. It’s hard to talk about shoulder pads without getting a mental of some hideous polyester suit, but here we are. Are shoulder pads in or out 2022? Off the shoulder tops are […]

2. Since your shoulders are practically occupied, make sure to switch your handbag or shoulder bag with a clutch or a cross-body bag, while draping your jacket over your shoulders. 3. Since it can get a bit hard to drape your jacket over your shoulders, make sure the fabrics of both your jacket and top […]

Structured Blazers The structured blazer gets its name from the cut of the shoulder. The shoulder pad sits just past the sleeve head, giving the jacket a crisp silhouette that compliments the body’s natural shape. A blazer’s tailoring is similar to other jackers in respect to fit of the sleeves and torso. Why do Blazers […]

It’s definitely a trend people are scared to embrace. But why? There’s nothing scary about shoulder pads. Perhaps most people are scared to look like a footballer, but, the truth is, when worn properly, the shoulder pad can be one of the most flattering trends (regardless that it was an ’80s trend!). Do shoulder pads […]

By the 1950s, shoulder pads appeared only in jackets and coats—not in dresses, knitwear or blouses as they had previously during the heyday of the early 1940s. By the early 1960s, these slowly became less noticeable and midway through the decade, shoulder pads had disappeared. Why were shoulder pads so big in the 80s? The […]

Men Suit Coat vs Woman Suit Coat Women suit coats are worn with skirts or trousers. Men suit coat are more rectangular in shape and a bit boxy, more rigid style. Women’s suit coats allow more flexibility and subtleness. Men suit coats are in dark colors such as black, midnight blue, grey and brown. Does […]

Reefer coat A reefer is double-breasted coat with a wide collar and lapels that is fitted at the waist with long seams from the shoulders to the armhole to hem, and a flared hemline. What is a coat collar? In clothing, a collar is the part of a shirt, dress, coat or blouse that fastens […]

cape collar in American English noun. a soft, wide, circular collar that covers the shoulders and the upper arms like a cape. What is the meaning of sailor collar? : a broad collar having a square flap across the back and tapering to a V in the front. What’s a shawl collar? Definition of shawl […]

SNUGGIE– The Original Wearable Blanket That Has Sleeves, Warm, Cozy, Super Soft Fleece, Functional Blanket with Sleeves & Pockets for Adult, Women, Men, As Seen On TV- Purple. Measuring at 71 inches long and 54 inches wide to give you the perfect oversized fit. You’ll love warming up with this product. What is the blanket […]

Dress Shirt While polos are fine for a day time casual lunch, dressing up for the evening requires more attention to detail. Solid and striped shirts are for work. Show off some of your personality with a solid dress shirt, a plaid shirt, or a more funky option such as paisley if you’re really ready […]

To make a reversible garment with the layered method, cut two of each pattern piece, with one piece in each fabric. Baste or glue baste the matching pieces to one another, with wrong sides together. Sew the garment, using these two basted pieces as one, just like when you underline. What is a reversible coat? […]

Leather, the clever minx, actually absorbs moisture from the air around it, hence the “breathing.” As it inhales, this moisture sinks deep into the fibers of your leather, drawing out old oils that have lost their substance to the surface of your leather to disperse (exhalation), and opens the leather’s pores for new, Why does […]

When most people think about leather, they think of it as being thick and tough, they don’t think about it being something that allows for good airflow. But the truth of the matter is that leather breathes, and it breathes better than any of the synthetic leathers or plastics that you might otherwise find in […]

Starting right from button types to cuts, the differences between male and female jackets are very pronounced. Just like most pieces of clothing, jackets too are of different cuts and shapes based on gender. There are some jackets that are unisex, but mostly this is not the case. What is the difference between mens jacket […]

Down jackets tend to be heavier than regular waterproof jackets or wool coats so remember you need a bit of room in it to allow you to move about. How much do down jackets weigh? Heavier down jackets around 350-500 grams are equivalent to very heavyweight fleeces in terms of warmth and are ideal mid […]

Measure Your Hips – Placing the tape measure on one end of your hip, encircle it around your hips and measure the circumference of the widest part of your hips. Measure Your Body Length – Stand in a straight, natural posture, and from the top of your shoulder, measure till the area you want your […]

Wear a fitted top/dress underneath to even out the boxy look from the jacket. Wear high waist pants or skirts. Wear something underneath that comes in the waist. Only wear it with long pants, ankle pants or short skirt/dress (looks better proportionally). How do you style a longline blazer? The elegant shape of a long-line […]