Lady Gaga

How to Dress Like Lady Gaga

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Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga released her debut album called Just Dance in 2008 and her popularity has been booming ever since. She became so popular that her album has gone to number one in four different countries. Now she has a sudden surge of women all over the globe wanting to dress like her. If you are one of those women then you better be ready to dress bold and daring and be willing to show your legs off.

Lady Gaga has two distinct and unique looks that she goes with. One is wearing very revealing dresses and wearing other very revealing cloths. Here are some ways that you too can look like this music diva:

•    Tops: Sometimes Lady Gaga’s tops are little more than a top that covers no more than a bikini. You can wear any number of types of tops to be like Gaga. You can go with a bra-style top, a tube top, or any combination of the two. Here are the rules; you have to always show your stomach, show plenty of cleavage, and the tops must be made of some sort of shiny material such as leather. Stick with darker colors that grab attention like dark blues, silvers, and of course black.

•    Shorts: The operative word here is short. Lady Gaga like to wear short shorts and has very strong legs that she loves showing off. When you pick yours, go for ones that match the top you are wearing and be sure that the coverage you get is minimal. Really anything that covers more than your buttocks is too much if you want to pull off the Gaga look.

•    Dresses: Lady Gaga like to wear dresses that start out as tight on the top and come down to the waist area and puff out. Sometimes she will wear colored stockings and sometimes not, but when you choose your dress you need to go with ones that scream, ‘Look at me.’ Lady Gaga again likes to show her strong legs off here so when you are considering coverage you don’t want to cover much.

•    Accessories: Believe it or not, Lady Gaga doesn’t really wear all that much in the way of accessories. Aside of some modest bracelets and conservative earrings, the only other thing you may find her wearing is a hair tie or bow. She does however like to accessorize her clothing –or lack thereof- with wild belts, chains, and other ornamental items. One accessory that she wears quite often is gloves, which are usually black and made of leather.

•    Hair and make-up: Wear your hair strait and long with bangs and you will nail the Gaga hair due. If you want to get technical then you need to bleach your hair blonde. When applying your make-up go big and go bold. Call attention to your lips with a dark red for your lip stick color and be sure to use plenty of rouge on your cheeks as Gaga does.

While this fashion is certainly fun, if you are planning on dressing the Gaga way in the winter time, you better be sure to bring a coat along because you’re going to be cold.

Converse

What to Wear with Converse

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Converse

Converse shoes are the shoes that won’t die. These classic style shoes have been dressing the feet of young and old for decades now and it seems everyone on the Disney Channel is fully stocked with these classic Chuck Taylors. The company is over 100 years old and it seems that their popularity has grown with every new generation.

Part of the attraction to these iconic shoes is how they look great with almost anything and with the casual shoes with the formal attire look being made popular by teen icons such as the Jonas Brothers it is no wonder that the shoes are seen everywhere you look. Here are some tips on what you can pair with your Converse to look absolutely fantastic:

•    Jeans: This is one for the guys and the girls. Wearing jeans with your high or low top Converse are a great look. Manny guys like to wear the high top style of Converse with a nice pair of form fitting jeans and top it off with really any kind of shirt they like. Girls tend to stick with the low top Converse and also go form fitting. A popular trend among the Hollywood starlets is to wear skinny jeans with their Converse low tops so if you too can pull of a pair of skinny jeans then go for it. Like the guys, top off your jeans with your favorite shit as really anything goes.

•    Business rebel: This is the look that the Jonas Brothers are making extremely popular. To nail this look start off with a pair of Converse high tops that are a bright color like red and then wear dress pants. Up top you will want to go with a long sleeved button down shirt that is collared but leave the top two buttons undone and ‘pop’ half of the collar. A neck tie is a must with this look but be sure that it is tied loosely. Finally a mismatched jacket is worn.

•    Skirts: So many Hollywood starlets can be caught wearing a various style of cute skirts with a short sleeved top and what is on their feet; high top Converse. When you go for this look you can go with red Converse and a ‘school girl’ style skirt or you can go with a black skirt and a bright color of Converse such as yellow. This is a fun style so when you are putting this type of outfit together you too should be having fun with it.

•    Dresses: The ladies can also wear a number of dresses that come down to the top of the knee and match the dress with a low top pair of Converse. Stay with solid colors when tackling this look, such as an all white dress and white low top Converse.

If you don’t already have a pair of Converse on your shoe rack, go get yourself a pair. The shoes are timeless and will probably never go out of style and the best part is you can wear them with practically anything.

Atlantic City

What To Wear in Atlantic City

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Atlantic City

Atlantic City is virtually a gambler’s paradise. Located on the Atlantic Ocean it offers beautiful scenery, a great beach, the world’s longest boardwalk, exciting casinos, fabulous restaurants and so much more. People of all ages and all walks of life are attracted to Atlantic City. Because of this you will see an eclectic display of fashion in the city, especially in the tourist areas.

Because Atlantic City is a total resort town, many people wear resort wear. You see lots of light clothes in bright colors and patterns. Men often wear Hawaiian shirts, while women favor sundresses. Shorts and T-shirts are also commonly seen. Due to the beach being right there you will often see people wearing a bathing suit and a cover-up. Those who use the world famous boardwalk are most typically dressed in sports clothes and sneakers.

Certain casinos have dress codes for those arriving after a certain time at night. This includes bans on work clothes, T-shirts, some sports clothes, work shoes and baggy jeans. This is in order to make their establishments seem more high fashion. However for the most part casinos have no dress code and most people go there in casual attire.

If you are heading to Atlantic City, your choice of what to wear is endless. Pretty much anything goes. However, since it is a vacation spot, dressing like you are on vacation is a good tip. Bring a swimsuit or several for trips to the beach or the pool. Make sure you have a cover-up in case you decide to stop somewhere to shop or for a bite to eat. For the beach, flip flops or sandals are a good choice of footwear, but bring along sneakers or walking shoes also for those long walks on the boardwalk or around the shopping centers. Bring some dressy clothes for dining out or shows in the evening. Some of the chic restaurants in Atlantic City will expect you to be dressed appropriately. If you plan to hit the club scene be sure to get a hot outfit that will turn some heads.

If you visit Atlantic City in the winter, things look very different. The beach and boardwalk are still breathtaking and there is still much to do however, expect it to be cold, windy and snowy. New Jersey in winter is definitely not tropical. Be sure to bring along a winter jacket, gloves or mittens, winter boots that are suitable for walking outside and a scarf. It is also a good idea to layer when you plan to be inside as some places keep the temperature high while others do not. A dressy coat is a good choice to bring along if you are planning to take in some exciting evening events.

Clothing choices for Atlantic City depends on the weather and your agenda. A family trip to the beach in the summer will require completely different things than a work-related convention for business professionals in the winter. Make your choices accordingly with such things in mind.

Marathon

What to Wear in a Marathon

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Marathon

Running a marathon is a serious task that requires a lot of planning and attention to detail. Some of the planning of course is choosing the perfect outfit to wear during the marathon. The marathon outfit isn’t about looking great- it’s all about making yourself more comfortable and able to go the distance.

The Weather

An important component of marathon clothing is how to dress for the local weather. You should dress warmly enough that you will not be uncomfortable while running. However, you also have to remember how heated your body will get after running mile after mile. Think about the different times of day that you will be running. Even if you begin during daylight, it may be dark by the time you finish. Depending on your running time, it could be several hours before you reach the finish line, and the weather could be quite different by that time.

For cold weather, consider spandex pants that go all the way to the ankle. This will insulate you from the cold wind while not providing too much bulk during your run. If you’ll be running in hot weather, choose short spandex pants that won’t leave you overheated. There are also running skirts and skorts available that can take the place of running shorts. Wearing a short running skirt can keep air circulation to your legs in hot weather without constricting your movements.

Some women prefer to wear a short running skirt over a pair of spandex pants. This can be a way to stay warm as well as to not be uncomfortable with the amount that is revealed. In warmer weather, there are also short running skirts that come with capri-length spandex pants. This keeps you cool and provides a little extra coverage.

Hats

If your marathon will take place in cold or very windy weather, wearing a hat is extremely important. Much of the body’s heat is lost through the head, and keeping the head covered will ensure that you keep enough body heat to stay comfortable. Even if you take no other cold-weather precautions, you will need a hat. A small hat that doesn’t add bulk to your head will not adversely affect your aerodynamics. It may also help to absorb some sweat and keep it from running into your eyes.

Another option is a thick headband that goes over the ears to protect them from the cold. This will also absorb sweat same way that a hat would.

Jackets

You may want to bring a jacket for your warm-up period and then get rid of it before you start the actual marathon. In cold climates, people often wear a jacket and then remove it before they run. The easiest way to handle this is to wear a thick jacket to the race that you do not plan to keep. This can be a thrift store jacket or an old jacket that you no longer want. Some races actually collect these leftover jackets and give them to charity.

Katy Perry

How to Dress Like Katy Perry

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Katy Perry

Katy Perry is a former Gospel singer who rebelled big time and later gained fame with her song, ‘I Kissed a Girl.’ Her style of dressing matches her rebel attitude and she holds little back when it comes to fashion. Because she is so relatable to the rebellious teens of today, there are a growing number of younger women who are aspiring to dress like Perry.

Perry seems to have two distinct looks. One look is more of a vintage throw back look and the other is a darker attention grabbing look. Here is how you too can pull off these two unique looks that Perry sports:

•    Vintage look: Of her two looks, this one seems to be more fun filled. Here you can visit a vintage store and go crazy with all sorts of outfits. Perry really likes dresses and is often seen wearing dresses that resemble a time in the past. When you choose your dresses go with ones that have fun patterns and are very bright and cheery when it comes to colors. Perry likes all kinds of patterns and has been spotted in polka dots, stripes, and even paisleys. Footwear for this look should consist of big and bright high heels. You can accessorize the look with lots of colorful bracelets and some colored rings if you like. Perry also uses a flower looking hair piece often that will match the dress she is wearing. Go vintage on the sunglasses as well and you will have the vintage look down to a science.

•    Dark look: Even with the dark look Perry still gravitates towards dresses. To mimic this, you need to go with only one color; black. When going with the dark look you have to be ready to call plenty of attention to yourself and the way Perry does it is by showing plenty of cleavage. Many times she can be spotted in a dark dress that leaves very little to the imagination. Accessorize this look with everything dark. Dark sunglasses, dark bracelets, and you can even go with a dark colored neck choker to complete the look. As for footwear with this look – you guessed it – go black and go high heels.

•    Hair and make-up: With the hair you have a little bit of a choice. You can put it up or leave it down as Perry does both. Go on the conservative side and don’t spend too much time styling it but rather let it do its thing like Perry does. Your make-up application will vary depending on which style you are going for. The vintage look should have you applying a good amount of make-up and using bright and fun colors of red on your lips. When going for the dark look use darker colors for your make-up application. Be sure to use a dark, but not black, lip stick and go very dark on your eyeliner.

Now you will be all set to tell the world that you too are a rebel and refuse to live by anyone’s rules but your own.

Alyson Stoner

How to Dress Like Alyson Stoner

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Alyson Stoner

Since her most humble beginnings in the movies Cheaper by the Dozen and Cheaper by the Dozen 2 where Stoner played a tom-boy to her most recent successes that actually have her releasing the Alyson Stoner Project on DVD, Alyson Stoner continues to blossom into an actress that is going to be on the top of the A-List for many years to come. At only 16 years old she has accomplished more than many actresses twice her age have. She has a very conservative look and is the true definition of the girl next door. For this reason, many younger girls want to look like Stoner.

Stoner has two unique looks that she is always sporting. The first is her more casual look and the other is also somewhat casual but has her wearing a lot of dresses. Here are her simple yet elegant styles:

•    Dresses: The dresses that Stoner sports are usually on the shorter side and are made of a very comfortable and light material. Stoner is never too revealing and her dresses tend to be more on the conservative side. She seems to gravitate towards the fun and bright colors such as greens, purples, blues, and even reds. Occasionally you will see her in a yellow dress as well, but you will never see her in any darker and more depressing colors.

•    Jeans: This goes along with Stoner’s more casual look. She can often be seen in form fitting jeans and the colors are usually darker. While the jeans do seem to hug her, they are never too tight and again Stoner goes for the conservative look.

•    Shirts: When Stoner is sporting jeans she will usually couple them with a nice t-shirt or long sleeved shirt that are typically lighter in color. Whatever she wears, she always seems to accessorize with either a jacket or a vest that will contrast the shirt.

•    Shoes: When Stoner wears dresses she is usually wearing a nice pair of heels to go with them. The heels will of course match the dress, so keep that in mind when choosing yours. When she is wearing her more casual jeans and shirts, she likes to wear a darker color tennis shoe much like the classic Converse low-tops.

•    Accessories: To be like Stoner, remember that less is more. Stoner rarely wears more than a very conservative pair of earrings so when you decide to accessorize, go low key.

•    Hair and make-up: Stoner’s hair is anything but fancy and she again opts to go for the conservative and easy look. To emulate her hair style, wear it down and don’t go crazy trying to give it volume. Some volume is alright, but don’t get wild. When applying your make-up, go for the same look that Stoner goes for which is all-natural. Go light and easy and remember the goal should be to look as though you have no make-up on at all even thought you do.

To truly be like Stoner you need only be comfortable and confident and just have fun wherever you go.

Suede

How To Protect Suede From Stains

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Suede

Suede is a beautiful fabric that is very versatile and trendy. It is used in a variety of clothing from jackets and coats to shoes, skirts, pants, shirts and purses. It is a great choice for when the temperature calls for something a little warmer in the spring and fall. It also makes for toasty winter wear. The one drawback with suede is that it stains easily and is hard to clean. It even stains when water gets on it. Therefore knowing how to protect suede from stains is very important information that anyone who has suede clothes, shoes or accessories should know.

The most important thing you can do to protect your suede items from stains is to apply a commercial suede treatment/protective spray. This formula comes in a can and is easy to apply by simply spraying it on the item. Be sure to do so in a well-ventilated area. Let it dry before wearing the item. Apply the treatment when the item is new, at the beginning of each season when you will wear the item and as often as necessary in between. Following dry cleaning, it should also be reapplied.

Certain preventative methods will help you keep your suede from getting stained. Never apply perfumes, hair sprays, deodorants or other aerosols while wearing suede. If your suede garment touches your neckline, wear a scarf with it to keep makeup and oil from the skin from staining the suede. If your suede gets wet, it is best to dry it gently with a clean towel as much as possible. When you have removed all the moisture that you can, let it air dry before using a suede brush on it. For dried on stains like mud a suede brush is a good way to remove them.

Deal with small stains immediately to prevent them from becoming bigger more permanent stains. If you have an oil-based stain on suede apply talcum powder to soak it up and then brush the suede afterwards. Many other stains can be removed by used a white pencil eraser or a sandpaper-based emery board for fingernails. Be gentle when using either method and brush with a suede brush afterwards. Remember to keep an eye out for stains when you remove your suede items and treat any stain promptly. As with stain removal in general, the faster you deal with a stain the better the chances you have of keeping it from becoming permanent.

Seek out a reputable dry cleaner or leather expert who has a good reputation for dealing with suede. He or she should also be able to speak confidently about what you can and cannot expect from cleaning such items. Talk to several before deciding which one to use. Seek referrals from others who frequently wear suede.

Keep your luxurious suede items from becoming stained with a little prevention on your part and the knowledge of how to deal with spills and liquids so you can prevent them from becoming permanent stains. This knowledge is extremely valuable to the longevity of your suede wardrobe items.

Johnny Cash

How to Dress Like Johnny Cash

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Johnny Cash

Johnny cash was one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century and he was well known for his deep bass voice as well as his deep felt lyrics. Cash spanned many genres or music and was popular in country, blues, and rock and roll alike. Cash was so often seen wearing black that he actually earned the nickname ‘The Man in Black.’ This makes Cash’s style of dress probably the easiest to nail.

When you think about dressing like Johnny Cash only one thing should be one your mind; black. While he didn’t always wear black, he probably did over 95 percent of the time. Here are some simple ways that you can dress like Johnny cash:

•    Shirts: Cash was most often seen in his classic button down collared shirts that were almost always black. Choose a shirt that is comfortable to wear and leave the first two buttons undone. If you do decide to stray away from black, stay with a very dark color or the look will be lost.

•    Pants: You have just a bit more leeway her, but not much. Cash always wore black pants and they were either slacks or jeans, but always black. Make sure to go with a very classic look and style here and stay away from skinny jeans at all costs. A nice pair of loose fit boot cut jeans that are black does the trick every time.

•    Boots: Cash always wore cowboy boots and they too were black. He had been known to wear a darker brown pair a time or two, but for the most part he stuck with the old trusty black and you should as well. Don’t tuck the pants into the boots, but rather, pull the pants over the boots and let them hang down as this is how Cash did it.

•    Trench Coat: Towards his later years Cash could always be seen in his familiar black trench coat. Acquiring one for you would make a great touch to the look, but it isn’t necessary.

•    Accessories: Cash wore no accessories save an occasional tie. While you could carry an acoustic guitar around with you to better emulate him, an easier way is to do it with a cigarette. Cash was frequently seen with a cigarette dangling from his mouth. If you don’t smoke, don’t light it up, but it will definitely add to the Johnny Cash look.

•    Hair: Depending on which years of cash you want to portray will depend on how you should do your hair. His younger look will call for you to slick back your hair with some strong hair gel. If it is the later Cash look you are after, grow out your hair just a bit, brush it backwards and let the chips fall where they may so to speak.

Just remember, when dressing like Cash that he was called the man in black, not white or blue. While it may feel mundane, everything black is the way Cash wore it and it is the way you too should wear it if you want to dress like him.

Los Angeles

What To Wear In Los Angeles

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Los Angeles

Los Angeles brings to mind sun, glamour, glitz and high fashion. The city is known for being home to countless celebrities. It is also a Mecca for healthy living and exercise. Having a great body is a must in Los Angeles and the styles that you see on the streets and just about everywhere you go will prove it.

Many people are surprised to learn that there is very little temperature fluctuation in Los Angeles throughout the year. Winter daytime temperature averages are mid-60s, while summer averages mid-70s. It is quite comfortable year-round. No matter when you go remember to bring a light jacket or sweater for the evening because it can get chilly.

If you are planning to go to Los Angeles you will need to choose the right clothes in order to fit in there. That means clothing that is form fitting and shows off your physique, which of course must be buff. Short shorts, figure hugging capris, skinny jeans, tank tops, tight T-shirts and mini-skirts are all acceptable for shopping, hanging out with friends or sight seeing if you have the figure to pull it off. If not, choose outfits that are comfortable, lightweight and camouflage what needs to be camouflaged while accenting your assets.

Los Angeles is known as being a laid-back city and California casual is pretty much the standard for dressing there. You can go almost anywhere in the city in jeans. In most good restaurants you will find patrons in jeans or other casual outfits. However, some of the very upscale restaurants may require business casual type outfits before serving you. When opting to go the jeans route, you can always opt to dress up the outfit with heels or fancy sandals and a pretty top. For guys, pressed jeans and a shirt with buttons is a great dressy casual look.

If you are packing for a trip to LA, remember to bring a bathing suit and cover-up. Flip flops or sandals are also a good choice for the pool or beach. You will also want to bring along a hat for sunny days if you plan to spend a lot of time outside. Comfortable shoes or sneakers are a must if you plan to do walking tours or go shopping. Keep your sunglasses nearby also because even though the temperature is not extremely hot, it is usually sunny in the City of Angels.

If you plan to check out the nightlife in LA, get dressed up. You will want to bring along a nice dress or a hot skirt and a dressy top. High heeled shoes should complete your outfit. Guys have more freedom in what they choose to wear clubbing with jeans being the most common choice. Remember, in the entertainment capital of the world you never know who you’ll run into when you are out on the town.

Have fun in sunny LA, stay out of the traffic and relax in one of the most exciting cities in the country.

Rachel Ray

How to Dress Like Rachel Ray

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Rachel Ray

For many years now Rachel Ray has been teaching men and women alike to cook great meals in a timely manner all on a budget. The foods she prepares are only topped by her infectious and bubbly personality. Because she is so down to earth and is easy to relate to for many women, there a growing number of women these days who want to dress like this food diva.

When dressing like Rachel Ray you need only think simplistic as she is one of the more down to earth celebrities on television today. Here are some tips to help you pull off the Rachael Ray look:

•    Tops: Ray like to be very versatile in this department. She can be seen wearing a number of different styles of blouse and equally in shirts with a light jacket over top. You can even go with a top that is long sleeved and a solid color as this is a staple in Ray’s wardrobe. She is very modest so when you choose your blouses and shirts don’t go for ones that show a lot of cleavage as Ray rarely does. Don’t go crazy with color either as Ray likes her solids.

•    Pants: Ray’s weight has fluctuated over the years so her choice in pants really depends on her current weight. When she is on the heftier side she seems to gravitate towards khakis and looser fitting pants but when she gets back into shape it is not uncommon to see her in some form fitting jeans. You can do the same and choose what is comfortable according to your weight. Just take come extra time and mix and match your tops to ensure you are looking your best.

•    Skirts and dresses: Ray has been known to wear skirts and dressed here and there. When you choose yours go for a looser fit as once again Ray stays on the modest side and doesn’t ever go too tight on really anything.

•    Accessories: To no surprise Ray is not really big on them. See can usually be seen in a nice conservative pair of earrings and maybe a necklace that is not too gaudy. Other than that, she chooses to accessorize with belts and a scarf from time to time and of course her apron that she wears on her show.

•    Shoes: Ray almost always wears heels, but never the super high kind. Her heels generally have an open toe and always compliment her attire. Choose your heels according to what you will be wearing.

•    Hair and make-up: Ray goes simple in both directions. When doing your hair, simply part it down the middle and brush it back. Use some volumizer to give it a little extra kick if you like. When putting on your make-up, be sure to go light and always go for that natural look that Ray always pulls off with the greatest of ease.

All that remains is for you to take some cooking classes and practice smiling as big as you can and as much as you can. Once you pull that off, the Rachel Ray look will be complete.

Christening

What to Wear to a Christening

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Christening

A christening is similar to the baptism ritual that is performed by Christians where water is used to give acceptance to a person in a church and is meant to protect that person’s soul from evil. The biggest difference is that a christening is lined up by the parents of an infant where a baptism can be for anyone regardless of age. Like a baptism a christening is an extremely important event for Christians and just the fact that you get invited is an honor in itself. So what should you wear to a christening?

A christening will usually take place in a church so you should dress accordingly. Just as you would not show up to a church on a Sunday morning dressed in shorts and flip-flops you should not dress down when attending a christening. Here are some tips on what to wear when you attend a christening:

•    Women: Women can wear a number of outfits similar to what they would wear to go to church. One can’t miss outfit is a nice pair of dress slacks with a blouse that is sophisticated looking and that may even have some frills on it. For shoes a nice pair of closed toe pumps will look rather nice and always accessorize moderately. Again, you are going to be in a church so dress that way.

•    Men: Men too can revert to what they would wear if they were going to church. A pair of dress slacks topped off with a nice long sleeved button down shirt is a sure fire outfit that can’t go wrong. You probably don’t want to go with a neck tie but if you think you might want to simply carry one in your pocket and see what everyone else has on. This way you will not feel out of place if you are the only one to have on a neck tie. At the same time if you see that most men are wearing a neck tie you can quickly go to the restroom and put yours on. Be sure that you are wearing black dress shoes with your outfit and leave the sneakers at home for the christening.

•    Kids: Even the kids should be dressed as though it where a regular church service. This means cute Sunday dressed for the girls with nice church shoes. The dress can be a cheery color like yellow and a nice touch is a matching color bow in their hair. Boys can wear slacks with a long sleeved button down shirt and should be wearing black church style dress shoes. This will keep them looking as sharp as the men and they will be more than adequately dressed for the christening.

Remember that a christening is a very important day for the infant and the family and the fact that they asked you to be a part of it is something to feel good about. Show them that you are glad to share in their happy day by doing your best to dress to impress.

Zombie

How to Dress Like a Zombie

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Zombie

Who hasn’t seen the classic movie night of the Living Dead? If you haven’t seen it, the movie features the ‘living dead’ or what are better known as zombies walking the streets in a quest for fresh brains. Once one of these zombies bit a living person, that person was quickly transformed into a zombie and they too began to roam the streets. Sound fun?

If walking amongst the living dead sounds like your sort of thing, here are some sure fire tips that will have you looking like a zombie:

•    Shirts: Since the zombies were simply the living dead, they really wore whatever they died in. But to truly pull off the zombie look you want to go with a shirt that is dirty and tattered as this will show that you may have once been buried, but rose again to eat some brains. An easy shirt to use to pull off this look is a white long sleeved button down shirt that is half tucked in and half untucked. Unbutton the top two or three buttons and wear a dirty tie, just be sure it is tied loosely.

•    Pants: Slacks do the trick here, especially with the button down shirt look. To get the authentic zombie look go ahead and tear one of the pant legs and tear it good. Be sure that the skin that will be exposed through the tear is dirty.

•    Shoes: A nice pair of dress shoes is the ticket and be sure that you leave at least one untied. Again, you have to be sure that the shoes are dirty and worn looking to give it the proper look. You don’t want to look grubby everywhere else and have sparkly clean shoes. Want to throw everyone for a loop, try wearing only one shoe. This gives the illusion that you lost one of your shoes rising from the grave, or perhaps because you were chasing down an unwilling brain donor.

•    Women: Alright those tips were certainly for the guys but there are surely ladies that want to dress like zombies too. Your look is even easier than the fellows. Simply get a nice looking sun dress or any other type of dress and make sure you get it nice and dirty. If you want to tear your dress in certain spots that is great and an easy tear to accomplish is a strap being sure to leave it dangle after tearing. You will have more skin showing than the guys so be sure that your flesh is showing its fair share of dirt. You can also try wearing only one earring as if to show that your trip through the dirt was not an easy one, or go with big hoop earrings that are mis-shapened.

•    Hair: The messier the better. This applies for both the guys and the gals. Get it good and tattered looking and hold it in place with some extra firm hair spray.

Now just practice walking around with your arms straight out in front of you and mumble a lot and your zombie look is complete. Just be sure to stay away from the brains, you don’t need to be that authentic.

Tanning

What to Wear Tanning

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Tanning

When you don’t have the time or the patience to go out and tan at the beach, or the weather makes it too cold to do so, a great alternative is to go tanning at a tanning salon. These salons have you lay down in a tanning bed and instead of having to spend hours in the hot sun you can get a great looking tan with just a few 20 minute sessions in the tanning bed. But when you are getting ready to go to a tanning bed, what exactly should you wear?

The whole idea to going to a tanning salon is to get tan. That said there are a good number of people that like to tan in the nude. If you are not comfortable with tanning in your birthday suit, here is what you can wear:

•    Tanning oil: The first thing you will want to wear is tanning oil that is specifically made for indoor tanning only. If you wear sun block that is meant for outdoors you will not tan properly so you need to be sure that you are using the right type of tanning oil. The tanning oil will not have any SPF in it so it is not to be worn when you do go to the beach as it will only help the sun cook and burn you.

•    Bottoms only: If you don’t want to be nude but also don’t want tan lines on the top, one option is to tan with your bikini bottoms or panties on only. Guys of course should either wear just underwear or a Speedo.

•    Entire bikini: If you don’t mind tan line then you can wear your entire bikini and this will give you the coverage you want and still allow you to get a tan over almost all of your body.

•    Goggles: You can buy your own or the tanning salon can supply you with these. They are very small and very dark and only cover your eyes but need to be worn to ensure that your eyes are protected from the rays that the tanning bed emits. You could opt for regular sunglasses here but keep in mind that you will then have those hideous looking sunglasses tan lines.

•    Towel: While you will not wear this you will need it when you get out of the tanning bed as you will work up a pretty good sweat by laying in one. Having a towel handy will make for a quick dry down once your session is over.

Basically when it comes to tanning indoors you can wear as much as you want to. If you are comfortable going in the raw then by all means do so. Don’t let the fact that someone else before you tanned in the nude disturb you as federal law mandates that all tanning salons give a good disinfecting to the tanning beds in between each client. The only thing keeping

Jesus

How to Dress Like Jesus

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Jesus

He goes by many names including, the son of God, Jesus of Nazareth, and Jesus Christ and whether you believe in him or not you have no doubt heard of him and know who he is. The stories from the Bible about Jesus are legendary. Jesus saved and healed so many and was then crucified to save the souls of all mankind only to rise once again three days after his death. More recently people have been seeing this symbol of Christianity in everything from grilled cheese sandwiches to grease spots on their driveways. And to think, such a powerful man had such a simplistic way of dressing, though he dressed normal for his time.

If you too would like to dress like Jesus here is how you can do it:

•    Robe: Jesus was known for his long flowing all-cotton robe. This is the typical robe that the average man wore back in those times in the Middle East. The robe should be white and should come down to about your calves or longer if you prefer. Remember not to go fancy here as Jesus dressed like the everyman of those times.

•    Footwear: Jesus always had on sandals. Every picture that depicts him shows this to be evident. Again, this was just the footwear of the time and though Jesus had great power, he was also very humble and dressed like everyone else. The sandals should be the kind that are simple and have straps that go up to the ankle or higher.

•    Accessories: Tie off the robe with a piece of ordinary rope and if you like you can wear a red shoulder sash as there are numerous pictures of Jesus doing so. Aside of that, unfortunately Jesus’ only other accessory that he ever wore was a crown of thorns. If you are dressing like Jesus to attend a costume party then you can further depict your character by making a fake crown of thorns to wear or by crafting a halo that can be worn over your head. Either head dress will get your point across. You can also carry a walking staff as Jesus often did. Two great props to further depict your character is to carry a loaf of bread and a fake fish as there are many stories in the Bible about how Jesus would feed many with only a single loaf of bread and one single fish.

•    Hair: To complete the Jesus look you have to have long hair. If your hair is short, consider a wig. Most pictures show Jesus’ hair as shoulder length and brown in color. Jesus also had a full beard and mustache. If you can’t grow one thick enough to look right again go with props. There are many stores that offer beards and mustaches that can be temporarily glued onto your face.

Remember, even though Jesus was the all mighty savior of man he never called attention upon himself. To truly pull off the look you have to look confident, yet humble all at the same time.

Seattle

What To Wear In Seattle

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Seattle

Seattle, on the Northwest coast of the United States is a city that is known for rain. It is reputed to be foggy and wet most days of the year. However, despite the fact that it is often overcast, actual rain accumulation is surprisingly not as high as you would expect. In fact there are cities in Florida which receive much more precipitation yearly than Seattle. In addition, the warm currents of the Pacific Ocean tend to protect the city from harsh winters, unlike its neighbors more inland. If you are heading to Seattle you should get some advice on how to dress.

Outerwear is essential in Seattle. If you are planning to go to Seattle in spring, winter or fall, you will want to bring along a raincoat and an umbrella. If you go in winter, plan to bring a waterproof winter coat and waterproof boots. Two pairs of gloves, two scarves and two hats are advisable also. By having the second of each, you can allow them to dry if they become wet and still be protected from the elements.

Summers are warm and relatively dry in Seattle. Bring lots of lightweight clothing, shorts, T-shirts, tank tops, summer dresses and the like. Sandals or comfortable shoes are also a good choice. Flip flops are a popular choice unless you plan to do a lot of walking. Bring along a sweater or long sleeved shirt for inside in case the air conditioning in public places makes it too cold.

Being health-conscious and environmentally concerned are two of the major passions for people in this area. You will find that many people are obsessed with eating organically and locally. Many such individuals will favor a look that is very laid back. Those who are extremely into saving the environment will often wear clothes made of hemp, organic cotton T-shirts with green messages on them or may also be advocates of shopping only for second-hand clothes. Such attitudes have an impact on the type of fashion you see locally.

The music genre “grunge” was started in Seattle. The grunge look is also very commonly seen there. If your look is best described as grunge you will find that the clothes you already own are perfect for Seattle.

Seattle is a city that offers much in terms of outdoor activities and sports. Therefore you will see a great number of people in sports gear almost everywhere you go. If you are planning to get outdoors in Seattle and get some exercise, choose appropriate sports apparel to keep you comfortable and dry.

The rather outdoorsy feel of the city, combined with the fact that there are many colleges and universities in Seattle means that the casual look is in abundance. Even many workplaces enforce a business casual guideline for dressing. This fits well with the West Coast mentality.

Pack your comfortable casual clothes and maybe a dressy outfit for a special evening for your next trip to Seattle and you’ll be all set for a great time.

The Fonz

How to Dress Like The Fonz

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The Fonz

From 1974 to 1984 Henry Winkler portrayed a character by the name of Author Fonzarelli, better known as Fonzie or The Fonz, on a show called Happy days. The Fonz was good with the ladies and as cool a customer as there could be and he made the catch phrase, ‘Ayyyy’ a household saying. The Fonz became so popular that still today there are guys that want to dress like him for Halloween, so how do you go about this?

The Fonz is a classic costume and is very easily replicated. Follow these simple instructions and you will look as cool as The Fonz this Halloween:

•    Jeans: The Fonz always wore jeans and there was never a time when he dressed in anything else; except for his jump suit that he wore while working on hot rods or his motorcycle. But for all intense purposes, he only wore jeans. When choosing your jeans for the costume go with a classic cut that are a good loose fit and make sure that they are blue jeans. Go just a bit longer as in length as The Fonz always rolled his jeans up at the bottom.

•    T-Shirt: This is the easiest piece of the Fonzie puzzle. Again, The Fonz never strayed from the formula and always wore a plain white t-shirt. The brighter the shirt, the better.

•    Jacket: Along with his customary blue jeans and white t-shirt, The Fonz always wore his brown leather jacket. His leather jacket had a collar that lay down at the top and the sleeves ended in an elastic fabric material. Occasionally he wore a black leather jacket so if you can’t find a brown one, a black one will get you by.

•    Shoes: The Fonz could always be seen in black work style boots. A pair of Sketchers will do the trick if you don’t have anything in your closet to fit the bill. The Fonz wore regular white tube socks with his ensemble so don’t go crazy with what you put on your feet.

•    Hair: For the most part, The Fonz wore his hair the same way every episode. To replicate his hair style you will need to get some ‘grease’ and slick down your hair totally. Then comb up each side equally to sort of form a duck tale on the top of your head. If you don’t have the hair of the patience for that looks you can simple slick it back to get the essence of the hair style.

•    Comb: Fonzie always had a comb on hand and frequently broke it out to comb his hair. Be sure to carry a standard black comb with you and break it out from time to time to get the full Fonz effect.

Once you have dressed up like The Fonz, you have to practice looking in the mirror and saying ‘Ayyyy,’ as well as constantly giving the thumbs up. Now if you can just fix a juke box machine with one whack, The Fonz transformation will be complete.

Oprah Winfrey

How to Dress Like Oprah Winfrey

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Oprah Winfrey

There is perhaps no woman on earth that is more beloved than Oprah Winfrey. Oprah has been helping people on her show for many years now and her style, grace, and generosity are matched by few. Also matched by few is her enormous success. Oprah was born into poverty and raised from the ashes to become the multi billionaire that she is today. With her enormous success and her willingness to help others, it is no wonder why so many women choose to emulate her and want to dress like her.

Dressing like Oprah requires style, sophistication and unfortunately some deep pockets as well. Here are some ways to dress like Oprah Winfrey:

•    Tailored suites: Ever wonder why Oprah looks so fabulous in her suits? It is because she has them tailored to be the perfect fit. While you probably can’t afford to use Oprah’s tailor, and who could, many dry cleaners offer a tailoring service and the prices are usually very reasonable. Even if you only get one suit that is custom fit, a nice tailored suit is great to have and will have you too looking your best.

•    Form fitting: Even if you can’t afford a tailored suit, you should choose a suit that is form fitting on you. Stay away from tapered cut pants as this will not give a very flattering illusion. While you need to stay close, don’t overdo it and go super tight. Oprah always looks great, but never would she be caught dead wearing anything that is too tight.

•    Wear grays: Oprah loves to wear grays. This makes perfect sense as gray is not as doom and gloom as black is yet it doesn’t scream out loudly like white does. What’s even better is that gray goes with almost anything you have in your closet.

•    Shoes: Oprah is a fan of the high heels. She has been seen wearing high heels that are just regular all the way to stiletto high heels. Choose the style and color depending on what it is you are wearing, but always go heel.

•    Accessorize Oprah style: Adding a nice broche or pin to your suit jacket is a touch that Oprah practices on a regular basis. She is also a big fan of designer handbags and loves chandelier type earrings filled with jewels that hang. Bracelets and necklaces when they are worn are typically on the gaudy side as well so feel free to go big in this area.

•    Hair and make-up: Go big with your hair like Oprah does. Don’t settle for flat hair, take the time to curl, curl, and curl some more. The more curls, the closer you will look to the Oprah image. Use make-up that compliments you skin tone and go for the natural look except for your cheekbones and lips. Here you want both to be noticed so don’t be afraid to use a little more in this area than you are used to.

Now all you need to do is get out there and help as many people as you can and the Oprah image will be complete.

Food and smoke

How do Clothes Absorb Smells like Food and Smoke

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Food and smoke

How many times has this happened to you? You go to your favorite restaurant and have dinner. On your way home you realize that your clothes now smell like what your main course was. Or even worse, you visit a friend who is a smoker and you are only there for a handful of minutes. When you walk outside and get into your car you are disgusted to find that your clothes now smell as nasty as an ashtray. Why is this? Why do clothes absorb odors?

Clothes can absorb so many smells and odors, some that are more desirable than others. The reason for this is that clothing is made of material that has somewhat of an absorption property. Just like a sponge will absorb water, so too will clothing absorb smells. Here’s what it depends upon:

•    Material: Have you ever noticed that some articles of your clothing absorb odors more than others? This is because of the different materials that the clothing is made up of. It also has to do with the way in which those materials are put together. When you sit down to eat a piping hot plate of pasta with red sauce and garlic all over it, the steam will be all over the place. This steam is also going to contain the odor of the dish you are eating and this is what gets absorbed into your clothing. Your cloths actually act like a net as the fabrics are very finely woven together and this allows some of the odor to pass through, but it will also catch a significant amount of the odor as well. This will literally have the odors, ‘stick’ to you clothing and make them just a bit damp, even though you may not realize it. Once the clothing is dry the odors are left behind for all to smell. This is how you can get that nasty B.O. smell stuck in the arm pits of your shirts if you aren’t wearing anti-perspirant.

•    Your chemistry: If you an individual that perspires quite a bit you will allow your clothing to be damp at many different points throughout the day. The damper your clothing is the tighter that net of woven fabric will be and thus the more odors that will be absorbed. Remember, once the clothing is dry the odors are left behind.

•    Environment: Some things stink more than others. That said, the type of environment that you are in is another reason your clothes will absorb odors. With food, if something is spicy or has a lot of garlic, there will be more odors produced. In your home, there will be more odors if you are a smoker or you have animals like dogs or cats. As your clothing gets whisked through the air by you moving around it will naturally absorb those odors in the environment. This explains why cloths seem to smell so much better when they are hung outside to dry. The environment is fresh air, flower, grass, and sun. That is what gets absorbed and thus it smells good.

Whether you like it or not, clothes will always absorb odors and all the cologne and perfume in the world can’t cover up certain smells. Remember, a cleaner environment equals cleaner smelling clothes.

School

What to Wear to School Non-Uniform Day

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School

It’s a non-uniform day at school, and you have the freedom to wear just about anything you want. So is that a good thing … or a bad thing? You have to admit that uniforms take a lot of the stress out of dressing for school. Just slap on your uniform, add a couple of accessories, do your hair and makeup, and you’re ready to go! But having to wear a uniform can also limit the personal expression you enjoy when you can dress the way you feel from head to toe. A school non-uniform day can be a bit intimidating, but with a little planning you can use it to showcase your true personality and have fun while doing it.

Plan ahead. Don’t wait until the morning of to decide what you’re going to wear. You’ll need some time to put together a look that looks “put together.”

Decide what sort of clothes personality you are. If you’re a girly girl, you will want to get out the skirts, dresses, cute shirts, cute shorts, and whatever is feminine and frilly. The more pink, the better. If you tend to lean more toward punk or goth styles, go with dark, somber colors and metallic accessories. Or maybe you’re somewhere in between, which is fine too. Have fun combining different styles to create your own unique look.

Start at the bottom. Decide what you’d like to wear on the bottom of your outfit, whether it’s jeans or a skirt. If you’re going to wear a dress, this won’t be an issue. School clothing should be somewhat casual, so save the sparkly, strappy outfits for your next party. Baggy pants aren’t in for girls, but your bottoms should not be so tight that skin is oozing out the top either. Skinny jeans are very hip right now, as long as they fit right. Wear clothing that is comfortable, since you will be walking and sitting in it all day.

Add the right shirt. Choose a shirt that complements your bottom piece. If you’re wearing jeans or a jean skirt, you can choose just about any top and it will look great. Be sure the colors coordinate. Don’t wear shirts that are too revealing. If your shirt is low-cut or a little short, layer it with a tank or cami underneath to solve the problem.

Pick a pair of cool shoes. If you’re wearing jeans, a pair of sneakers or sandals will work well. Skirts and dresses look better with sandals, ballet flats or low heels. Steer away from shoes with high heels unless you don’t do much walking at school and you don’t have gym class.

Add subtle accessories. Dangly earrings in interesting shapes and colors are a lot of fun, or go with some strings of pretty beads and a bracelet. If allowed, try a cute hat that matches the rest of the colors in your outfit. Don’t overdo the accessories though or you’ll look like a Christmas tree.

Match your hair to your outfit. Plan a hairstyle that goes with your clothes, depending on whether you’re looking sophisticated or more casual.

Be yourself! Don’t look like you’re trying hard to be someone you’re not. Dress in a way that is comfortable for you.

Maggie Gyllenhaal

How to Dress Like Maggie Gyllenhaal

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Maggie Gyllenhaal

Maggie Gyllenhaal has been doing movies since 1992 and has parlayed her talent all the way to becoming the girlfriend of Batman in the latest movie of the Batman saga, The Dark Knight. Gyllenhaal has described her own style of fashion as quirky and eclectic, but her sense of style is one that can easily be transcended for just about any woman who wants to give it a shot.

Here are some surefire tips to get you on the path of looking like Maggie Gyllenhaal:

•    Black dresses: Gyllenhaal seems to be a big fan of black so when you think about buying dresses to emulate her style think black. The dresses themselves can range from short sun dress style to longer and fuller dresses. Gyllenhaal has been seen in black dresses that have long sleeves, but see seems to like to show what she’s got and often wears dresses that expose her shoulders and just a bit of her cleavage. When you choose your black dresses, make sure you go with form fitting, but stay away from ultra tight.

•    Formal: When appearing at red carpet event, Gyllenhaal is usually seen in a darker colored strapless gown. If there are any straps it may be only one that sweeps over one shoulder. Choose gowns that show lots of skin in the back as Gyllenhaal often likes to give just a little tease out to all her fans.

•    Shoes: Gyllenhaal has been seen in several different pairs of shoes and is not really particular to one or the other. With her dresses she likes to wear black heels that are not too high but do have some lift to them. You can use those or also get away with a tasteful pair of sandals. Go high heels when you go formal. You of course want to go with black here no matter what style shoe you choose to go with.

•    Accessories: Gyllenhaal is not really that big on accessories unless she is at a red carpet event. When she goes to a red carpet event she goes all out. If you are being casual then simple earrings and necklaces do the trick, but if you are planning to go more formal, then you want to go with big hanging earrings and gaudy necklaces as well.

•    Hair and make-up: Gyllenhaal usually has an in-between hair cut, meaning it is not too long and not too short. Style your hair with a part to the side and use some type of hair product to give it some body. You can also add loose curls as she often does. When you apply your make-up be sure that you bring out your cheekbones. Gyllenhaal has great cheekbones and she uses make-up to highlight this fact. She also typically goes on the heavy side of lipstick to bring out her lips so you should choose a color, like dark red to bring out yours.

While you may never date Batman, you can achieve the look of Maggie Gyllenhaal with very little ease and preparation.