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Loose blouse tucked in or out: how to choose based on the outfit

Choose whether to wear a loose blouse tucked in, untucked, or with the front gathered, depending on its hem, embellishments, and the space in the waistband. A practical guide to distributing the fa...

Maxi dresses for petites: hemline, proportions, and footwear

To choose a maxi dress if you are petite, first check the fit of the top and then the hem with the footwear you plan to wear. Compare measurements, waist, and finishes, evaluate what can be altered...

How to wear a long kimono: 5 outfits beyond the beach

Take your long kimono into the city with five outfits for errands, lunches, dinners, exhibitions, and casual meetings. Discover how to choose the base, coordinate lengths, and check the sleeves. Id...

How to check the finishes of an embroidered garment upon receipt

A simple review for new embroidered garments: confirm the model, examine appliqués and seams, check the closures, and distinguish between the design and the fit. Learn how to document a query witho...

Belt with a loose dress: where to place it and when to do without it

Decide whether a belt provides the fit or contrast you are looking for in a loose-fitting dress. Compare positions, widths, and finishes, check buttons, embroidery, and length, and test the outfit ...

Flat shoes with a party dress: how to choose a combination

Ballerinas, Mary Janes, loafers, slingbacks, and flat sandals offer different ways to complement a party dress. Compare their fit, how they meet the hem, and the duration of the celebration, with t...

Tights with dresses: how to choose color, opacity, and finish

Choose tights for your dresses by comparing color, opacity, sheen, and fit. This guide suggests combinations for short and long dresses, explains what to check on the packaging, and shows how to tr...

Long skirt and embroidered blouse: how to combine lengths and volumes

Combine a long skirt with an embroidered blouse by making decisions about the flare, hem, and waist. We compare straight and full skirts, three ways to tuck the blouse, and two examples from the ca...

What to wear to the theater in autumn: 4 looks based on the plan

Four suggestions for going to the theater this fall: an afternoon with a stroll, a show followed by dinner, an outing straight from the office, and a dressier plan. Discover how to choose clothing,...

How to store garments with beading without snags or marks

How to organize your closet to store embellished garments: what to check beforehand, when to ask for support, and how to separate fringes, clasps, and accessories. A practical guide to preparing an...