Skirt

Using an iron-on hem tape But it’s a handy option for more sturdy materials. To use, pre-fold the edge of the fabric and iron to hold in place. Lay the iron-on tape alongside the folded edge, choosing a tape that matches the width of the fold. Then fold the fabric over the tape so it’s […]

Finishing seams With a serger. This is the easiest, fastest and most professional method for sealing the raw edges and preventing the fabric from fraying with future washes. With a zig zag stitch. Overlock stitch. Pinking the seams. French seam. Flat fell seam. Clean finish seams. Hong Kong seam. What is the original methods of […]

A gypsy skirt is a long, flowing, multi-tiered skirt that is great for renaissance fairs, belly dancing, or for a bohemian look. What does a gypsy skirt mean? A long skirt of a full, flowing cut, typically made from textured or intricately patterned fabric. What is a gypsy skirt called? The Diklo is a traditional […]

To remove the elastic band from your clothing, make a slit (around ½”). If the elastic is sewn into the seam, you’ll have to cut the seam the size of the elastic. Cut the elastic. Use scissors to go through your slit and cut the elastic. How do you undo an elastic waistband? Cut a […]

Hemming a skirt is probably the most challenging part of finishing your garment. You don’t just ‘put up a hem’! The skirt part of the dress or just a stand-alone skirt needs to be finished in just the right way to hang beautifully and sit at the right length for the finished garment to look […]

(frʌmpi ) Word forms: comparative frumpier, superlative frumpiest. adjective. If someone, especially a woman or her clothes, is described as frumpy, it means that their clothes are dull and not fashionable. What does frumpy woman mean? According to the dictionary, frumpy is “(a woman or her clothes) looking dowdy and old-fashioned.” Well that’s not particularly […]

Try layering. Wear two tops with different necklines. Wear a cute vest, shrug or bolero with a top or dress. Wear a camisole or tank top beneath an open blouse. Wear a sweater or cute leather jacket. Wear a shawl in the evening. How can I look less basic? How to Un-Basic Your Wardrobe Change […]

When you’re petite, just like when selecting any other type of dress, choosing the right length in your petite midi dresses is key to styling this trend successfully. The trick to finding the right length in a petite midi dress is to select a dress that rests just above or just below the widest part […]

A miniskirt (sometimes hyphenated as mini-skirt, separated as mini skirt, or sometimes shortened to simply mini) is a skirt with its hemline well above the knees, generally at mid-thigh level, normally no longer than 10 cm (4 in) below the buttocks; and a dress with such a hemline is called a minidress or a miniskirt […]

Determining the amount of fabric necessary for a gathered skirt is a straightforward task. How to Calculate the Yardage for a Gathered Skirt Determine how long you want the gathered skirt to be. Add 2 inches to the length of your skirt. Measure around your waist using a measuring tape and multiply this number by […]

The easiest way to instantly look taller is by wearing clothes that have vertical stripes on them. Vertical lines will give the illusion that you’re super tall, even when you’re not. It’s alright if stripes are not your style, but if you are going to wear them at all, wear vertical ones more than horizontal […]

Lay your skirt on a flat surface, and measure across the skirt waistband from left to right with a tape measure. Double that measurement to get the total skirt waistband measurement. For example, if your measurement is 17”, then double that (17 x 2 = 34), and that is your skirt waistband measurement. How are […]

11 Winter Styling Tricks to Make Your Legs Look Longer Nude shoes are your best friend. Pull-on pointy-toe boots. Pick a color and stick with it. Wear wide-leg pants. Match your shoes and your pants. Invest in highwaisted pants. Buy boots with a v-shaped cut. Embrace high-waisted skirts paired with cropped sweaters. How do I […]

Nude shoes. Nude shoes Both the solid colour and added length from your feet will create the illusion of longer legs. What color shoes elongate legs? Slip on nude shoes Give your feet some attention when you’re looking to lengthen those legs. A nude shoe that matches your skin tone creates the illusion your legs […]

Generally, for petite women, maxi dresses that are cut closer to the body look flattering. Dresses made out of soft and fluid jersey or silk fabrics cut on the bias are the most ideal. Avoid boxy, balloon, or tent-like dresses that come in extra stiff materials. Does maxi dress look good on short girls? Maxi […]

Women consider longer-legged men more physically appealing than their stumpier counterparts, a study has found. Research involving more than 200 men and women revealed that people whose legs are 5% longer than average are considered the most attractive, regardless of their gender. Do men like short or long legs? Studies have shown that men prefer […]

There isn’t a specific temperature that clothes shrink at in the washing machine or tumble dryer. Natural fibres such as wool can shrink even at cold temperatures of 30 degrees Celsius, whereas synthetic fibres should not shrink at all unless exposed to temperatures of at least 90 degrees Celsius. Will a 40 degree wash shrink […]

40 Ways to Look Younger After 40 Stay Moisturized. Limit Your Sodium Intake. Revamp Your Wardrobe. Laugh Often. Get a New Hair Cut. Try Out Hair Extensions. Wear Fitted Clothing. Wear Nail Polish. How do I look naturally hotter? 50 Genius Ways to Be Instantly More Attractive Wear Red. Show Off Your Hips. Make Yourself […]

The broomstick skirt is also known as the hippie skirt. Back in the 1960s and 1970s it was a favorite style among “flower children.” Both cotton prints and solids were used for these skirts, with gauze being a favorite fabric. Ivory eyelet fabric–Circle design. What is broomstick pleating? Technique: Broomstick Pleat. “Damp fabric gathered up, […]

Technique: Broomstick Pleat. “Damp fabric gathered up, rolled around a cylinder, and bound to hold until dry. When unwrapped, the wrinkled folds are one-directional.” ( Wolff, p.115) What is the purpose of pleating? Pleats are used create volume in a garment. The fabric is gathered or folded together, which creates a fuller silhouette. Pleats not […]