Fashion Tips

The secret formula for a soft but formfitting pant is: 95% cotton, 5% Lycra spandex. For jeans to hold their shape: they need at least 2% Lycra.

Instead of mid-calf boots, go for a high style that stops just below the knee, or opt for an ankle booties. You can pair them with matching tights to create a longer leg line.

Mix one egg white with a teaspoon of olive oil. Beat to give a paste-like consistency and apply to the entire scalp and hair. Keep it on for about 15 to 20 minutes then rinse with cool water and a mild shampoo. This treatment, if done regularly, will help stopping hair loss.

Choose the flared skirts because it definitely balances out your proportions, especially at the end of the pregnancy when the belly is so big. The whole belly will be less visible since the skirt isn't high waisted and your upper body looks longer.

Dressing for work can be tricky, but when done right, jewelry can be a great way to improve your look. Remember that, in conservative offices, wearing either a necklace or earrings is better than wearing both. And if you only choose one accessory, go for the earrings!

It's all about groomed eyebrows! You have to keep your eyebrows up and groomed beautifully to make sure that your eyes stand out and look larger. You can keep them a little on the thin side but make sure that you don't have any stray hairs.

Showing your collarbone can be flattering if a dress has three-quarter-length sleeves or longer, which help hide arms' heaviest parts and expose less bulky shoulders.

Shoes may seem too far from hips to matter, but they do. Chunky wedges and thicker heels balance wide hips better than skinny stilettos or kitten heels.

Potatoes are rich in Vitamin C which is vital for maintaining skin health. They are a natural under eye brightener and so, applying potato juice or potatoes directly on the affected area can banish dark eye rings.

Advise: Pick a top that is shorter in the front and hangs lower in the back. It covers your rear yet makes your legs look longer in the front.

To make ankles appear daintier, pick shoes that dip lower over your toes with a deep scoop or a retro V shape to expose more square footage on the tops of your feet.

Not washing the hair regularly leads to many problems. Women should wash their hair at least twice a week. The quality and health of hair depend not merely on washing the hair, but also on the substances used for washing. That's why try to avoid shampoos containing chemical substances and choose ones with natural substances.

High-waisted jeans shorten your midsection. Better to lengthen your look with lower-rise bottoms that start an inch below the belly bottom, or try a flapper-style, drop-waist dress.

A wide belt takes up too much real estate on a short torso, making you look stunted and stocky. Instead, stick to belts one-to-two inches wide.

They cut off your leg line several inches higher, making your stems seem shorter. In fact, the elaborate straps cut off the long line of your leg that extends to your foot. Matte pumps in your skin tone are most elongating.

A tiny purse is cute in theory, but your body will look larger by comparison. Check out the scale of your bag in a full-length mirror to see if you should go for bigger bags.

Cracked, dry or sore lips are common in dry, cold weather. You can treat them at home by: - Drinking plenty of fluids: when you body is hydrated, it often shows first in your lips. The more water, the better! - Don't lick your lips: it may bring temporary relief but as the saliva on your lips evaporates, it dries out more your lips leading sometimes to bleeding.

Figs contain a host of antioxidants and fatty acids, plus magnesium, calcium, potassium and vitamins A, B1, B2 and C, all of which provide excellent benefits for your skin. Mashed, fresh figs have long been used as a remedy for acne, warts and wrinkles. Try the fig polish and mask once or twice a week to even out skin tone and flush oxidants.

You can use CASTOR OIL to help getting rid of stretch marks: - Apply a thick layer of castor oil on your skin and gently massage the area in circular motions for 5 to 10 minutes, - Wrap the area with a thin, cotton cloth, - Apply heat with a heating pad or hot water bottle for at least 30 minutes. Repeat the process daily or several times a week for a month to notice positive results.

Facial steam causes the face to sweat and combat fat getting stored in facial areas. Boil water in a bowl, and allow it to slightly cool down. Dip a towel into the water and squeeze. Gently, place it onto the fatty areas of your face. Repeat 5 times. Do this 1 hour before going to bed. Facial steam opens up the pores and tone down your chubby cheeks.