It’s so obvious in the bottom image but I hadn’t noticed until now….the flower on the left is missing a petal…..I guess that means this piece isn’t finished then, there is another petal to embroider. It won’t be a chore that’s for sure, I love this section. Tomorrow will be a day to get all my pieces together and hopefully start joining sections. I think I have enough now. This one needs
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Being petite should not be impediments to dress nice and the way one wants. Above, the clothes are made for tall and thin models that do not fit our needs when going in search of new items to fill our wardrobe.
So, since we can not change the way design of the great fashion houses, look for ways of appropriating the different clothes in ways that favor our body. So if you’re short, I invite you to learn the basic items you should to have in your closet.
Tops the bajitas
The V-neck tops to create the illusion of a longer torso. By using necklines that cover the area between the chest and neck, emphasize your short stature. Obviously, this depends quite the size of your bust. If you are a very prominent and do not like to show much less pronounced cleavage probably use and vice versa.
Unlike the pattern of horizontal-known for his power-fattening, printing, draw a vertical line down your body. This pattern has two effects: to lengthen the torso and make you thinner. You can even use this kind of pattern throughout your outfit.
Petite Skirts
The classic skirt you have in your closet is one that reaches to the knee. Then, if you’re too hot or the occasion demands, and have well maintained your legs, you can use a mini skirt . Skirts that move the knee, generate a sense of short legs, whether you’re high or not, I swear I look bad, unless you use heels.
As much as some blogs say that skirts create an undesired effect on women of small stature, this is not true. I have seen several friends that measure 1.50 with maxi skirts , and I is pretty. Of course, it has to be a skirt that reaches the floor. You can accompany with heels or sandals flats.
Petite pants
Cut pants / pull low, or low rise, make a longer torso. With low rise I do not mean ultra-hip pants, but pants whose shot is about two fingers on it. The low rise also applies to other garments. Avoid, eliminate any high-waisted pants that you have in your closet.
Many times I heard my mom say “that girl is lost in his clothes,” this refers to when one is very small and uses very large clothes, clothes end up “eating” the wearer . Because of this, using shovels or pants harem pants or other pants that hang loose, is strictly prohibited in short women . Among the options are if you can use skinny pants and leggings.
One last general council, to match the colors in your outfit, do not look much contrasting colors between the trousers and top. This will generate a super sharp division between the torso and legs. Find similar tones or choose to use a single color. I swear I notice the difference.
If you are petite, do not acomplejar! Looking for how to highlight your attributes and produce a more streamlined figure. With these basics to your wardrobe will be ready to make thousands of combinations!
I am in no way devoid of inspiration or ideas. My head is racing with so many new projects, directions I wish to take, fear of change, desire for ‘new’ ventures. Normally if I am creatively barren I get stuff out…random stuff, old work, some sketchbooks, maybe a book or two, magazines even. This gathering however has been born of excitement…not a lack of creativity. I am so very excited
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All we know, the picture has become very important because it reflects our personality, our likes and even what we want. So there seems to be more fashion consultants to tell us what is good and the latest trends. However, this work can do for ourselves by putting only a little attention around us.
Each one of us, according to the tone of our skin, has its own color palette, ie those tones that remain particularly well and enhanced. The first thing to know is if you’re warm or cold. A good way to find out is if you is better gold or silver. For the former, would you sit warm yellows, oranges and reds. If you look better silver, are cold and so your tunes are blues, grays and purples.
But maybe all this makes you a bit complicated. The best way to discover what your color is to do a simple test. Take garments of different shades, from white, yellow, red, turquoise, etc.., And planted in the mirror. Put them under your face and see the effect on you. Some will give you the same, with notice that you enlighten others and others will tarnish. Remember While each of the colors, begins to make those on your purchases that make you shine.
But if advice is stay away at least occasionally pastels or neutral colors. If you noticed that your wardrobe is filled with pieces of black clothing, Dare to change! Try some hot pink, electric blue with a red or causes.
The problem is that many times we were caught in a time or in a style particular. Do you love the cowboy? Since then only you are happy with a pair of jeans and you’re almost their prisoner. The best way to soak up the news is starting to look at fashion magazines, but not with a quick glance, but almost professional.
Eye! Do not start thinking “I do not like to be that model“. The trick is knowing fashion suit yourself, not to copy the outfits complete. Rather, it is see what the designers are launching to the market and how they combine the celebrities (this is important) to select what you serve. If you have questions about publications that can help you, some good choices include Vogue, Elle, Maire Claire, In Style and Cosmopolitan.
Who better to prove to them what we have better? Remember that celebrities live their image and therefore have an army of consultants who tell them how to dress for the event, body type, etc.. Choose your preferred style or one that has points in common with your appearance and begins to follow it! Recognize how he leverages his figure with the clothes you wear.
For example, if you choose to British model Kate Moss , an icon of fashion as it is, you will see that is characterized by the use of cigarettes and fur coats. Casual, yet elegant!
How can forget Victoria Beckham as a role model as far as fashion is concerned? If all you want to become a “lady”, Vicky will give the proposal you need. High heels, tight dresses and black, are always outstanding as part of their total diva image.
In particular, I adore Jessica Alba, an actress who knows Latin origins of glamor and comfort. In their daily lives, loves jeans and boots and dresses Fitted waist. Never forget the accessories like a nice scarf or a hat.
Did you like their looks? Look at the celebrities and selects those that will be your source of inspiration.
Sometimes we believe that to be fashionable must have a large budget and actually what we should do is take advantage of our clothes , knowing how to combine them. Yes! You may have a black dress you’ve used dozens of times, but with different panties, necklace or bracelet extravagant, totally change her face.
Although the idea is to change your look to be fashionable, this should always be imbued with yourself. Maybe the pins are in fashion, but the model depends on you. Rule of thumb: never copy to copy!
Remember that if fashion is the “color block”, for example, you will decide what combinations and what colors to use. Will those with whom you feel comfortable and well. So before you buy, try on things, if not convince you when you’re in the store, the less you do when you’re home. Not all trends are made for one, the advantage we have now is that there are so many at the same time, some will be just perfect for you.
An event you can not ever forget … your graduation. You said with all your friends what you will, but has not yet reached a decision. Short or long, with or without glitter. Maybe a black dress to style your figure … too many options.
For this choice is not so complicated and captivating finish on that night so special that also appeared in many photographs, I give you some tips as well tell you about current trends.
The first thing to consider is whether it is the only graduation ceremony, in which case you can manage well with a short semi formal dress, which does not have to miss flirtation.
If you also take place that night the party, the dress will be much more elegant. In general your decision over the choice of accessories (very important too) will be based largely on what to do after the ceremony, since you probably use a toga during its lifetime.
If you are dreamy and ultra feminine, you’ll appreciate the sky that this trend has come down to us. High fashion designers are made of fabrics such as tulle, chiffon, satin organza and even to create wonders. Note that, for example, in this dress what counts and what makes it totally unique are the details, since the cut is quite simple.
You can also take advantage of the lightness of the fabrics look absolutely ethereal. In this case, what I recommend is that if you do not want to add volume to your figure opt for another type of cut.
These two are good options if it is just the ceremony. But this kind of ruffles and light fabrics may look spectacular gala for giving a lot of movement. In a pastel color will be beautiful because you do look fresh and natural, but in animal print pattern will simply captivating.
In this type of clothing the empire waist (just below the bust) are incredibly flattering if you want to hide some rolls.
If the event is limited to the ceremony, dressed in a shiny fabric but a simple model is just perfect and very elegant. Choose a color as the green, aqua or even a rosewood which I will speak later, because you are starting to take over the windows.
The designer Carolina Herrera has satin fabrics in the first place in your collection. A short dress as she suggests in a tone wine might work perfectly for a graduation party.
But if you want jaw-dropping more than one, your choice may be a long mermaid cut. Feminine and glamorous one hundred percent! The pleated or draped at the waist helps hide any roll. It may have shiny or sequined appliques.
I could not help make this a special color that is earning its place for the trend in dresses and appears to be replacing what was the “nude” above. It is a totally charming and super trend youth will play on a special night like graduation. Short or long, ruffled or not, is the color that takes the cake.
It has taken over the runways, but the detail is that you love or hate, will or will not your style … what do you think? For example, I do not feel that goes well with me, but maybe it is for you.
Tight or loose, lace is a fabric that is made for resaltar curves and strong comeback for evening wear. Black, white, or as you had, rosewood are the favorite colors for this fabric.
The actresses know a lot of reserve power and know how to use it. Look at the detail of the red Correita Jessica Alba used to give color to your look.
Tell me if Emma Watson does not look spectacular in this dress short lace he wore to the premiere of the latest Harry Potter film. Besides feathers add a touch entirely gateway. Would you dare?
Kristen Stewart wore a Valentino dress with beige black lace one shoulder at an event in New York. Imagine arriving at your prom with him.
However, you can always opt for something more classic. In itself the lace and has a great deal of coquetry and elegance, so even with a simple model will be stunning.
photo : Kenneth B. Gall
The Fowler Museum of Art at UCLA has invited me to teach an embroidery workshop in conjunction with the upcoming exhibition: Order and Disorder: Alighiero Boetti by Afghan Women. Please come not just to learn embroidery, but to learn about the incredible work of this Italian conceptual artist and his collaboration with Afghan needleworkers.
Visit Needlework Revolution: Embroidery Workshop with Jenny Hart for full details and to sign up (seats are limited to twenty).
The chic girls can find their ideal footwear in winter 2011/12 collection of Mustang.
Trends are based on version booties Oxford model, with skins and effect finishes reptile prints.
Style Star of the season is short trek, with stitching on the toe, Laces and metal straps and comfortable rubber soles.
The boot media folk cane with buckles and straps with sheepskin and a mixture of textures and colors.
Different models look finished sock to keep more warm ankles.
My white cloth for class is taking shape. I am managing to make a little progress on my surface embellishment although there is still quite a bit to do. I am making this one for my mum and I asked her for some cloth to include which holds special memories for her…she gave me two very dark patterned handkerchiefs…now there’s a challenge, incorporating those into a white on white cloth.
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I have only been away for a day and it feels like a week. That’s probably because I have been busy, busy….and the biggest positive, I have achieved a huge amount. Mostly on the domestic front but also on the give away front too. The puffs from my last give away were made to order in so far as I allowed the winners to pick which fabric they wanted as the focal point. I am pleased to announce
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