Worried that you will look like a sack of potatoes in a dress? Here are essential styling tips to make you look your best even if you have gained a few pounds recently.

Pick correct hemlines

Looking slim even if you are overweight is not about covering your body with more cloth. It is how you pick and combine the different pieces. Most people forget what the hemlines or the length of your pants, dress, skirt or shorts can do for your figure.

Avoid baggy and shapeless clothes

One common mistake when covering the extra bulges is wearing large clothes. That will only emphasize your girth. Look for clothes instead that fit comfortable but are not two sizes larger. Throw away those shapeless skirts and shirt and baggy shorts and pants that make you look like a walking tent. If you want to wear a skirt, look instead for maxi skirts that create the illusion of longer legs.

Shapewear works

You have most likely seen videos of women ditching shapewear to look more natural, but the secret to that is just finding the correct shapewear. Shapewear will not magically make the extra fat disappear, but it helps distribute the extra bulges, so they do not show up when you wear fitting clothes. Make you try it on before purchasing. Choose seamless slenderizing styles that enhance your assets and hide the tummy.

Pick flattering shoes

For women, pick shoes with at least 2 ½ inch heels and slightly pointed toes. The front portion of the shoes should also cut across the foot so that your legs appear longer and slimmer. As for color, pick a shade that matches the skin tone of your legs or matches the color of your skirt or trousers.

Get a correct bra measurement

Studies show that 8 out of 10 women do not wear the correct bra sizes. Most also think that their bust size does not change, but that is incorrect. You will look and feel more comfortable in your clothes if your breasts are not sagging. Some lingerie stores have measuring services just for women.

High rise jeans do wonders

Do not ever pick low-waist jeans if you have a bulging tummy or wide hips. You will end up exposing your buttocks to people when you sit down. You can still wear jeans but pick high rise jeans that you look slimmer. It makes your upper body look smaller than your legs, thus the slenderizing effect.

Don’t wear the rainbow

Combining and layering different colors seem like fun but it will not be flattering for your figure. Pick one color that makes you look slimmer. Dark colors look great on larger people, but if you want something lighter, one pastel color also works fine.

Ever since 2017 started, the air has been buzzing with gym membership renewals, as well as the need to reinvent your wardrobe for a new you. But regardless if you’ve decided to embrace your love of sweatpants or welcome a big change in your look, we listed down some fashion trends you should be keeping your eye on 2020.

1.  Pink-Themed Pieces

Pink is making a comeback in the fashion industry in every possible hue and shade imaginable. It was visible in every collection on the runways; it’s perfect for warming every skin tone, as well as evoking feelings of love and romance. Be it muted, neon, sharp or soft, pink-themed clothing pieces are definitely here to stay.

2.  Sporty 90s Stripes

The 90 stripes is now considered as a chic replacement to your basic white tees. So be prepared to see lots of bold primary stripes in every silhouette and shape. If you’re one daring fashionista, mix and match with opposite prints or varying width stripe. 2017 might just be the perfect time to pull out and wear that Tommy Hilfiger windbreaker that you’ve been keeping in your closet.

3.  Mod Florals

We know, summer is always the best time to wear that floral prints, but this year, do anticipate the revival of the 60s mod style. Oversized or small, neon or monochromatic, expect every store in Singapore to be filled with those groovy mod florals.

4.  Bad Girl Style

Whether you’re one of the bad girls in high school or you wanted to be one, 2017 is here to give you a second chance. This year, expect high-fashion slogan tees matched with ladylike silhouettes set in unusual fabrics. Be warned though that this trend isn’t for the faint of heart. It’s eclectic, bold and requires the use of leather clothing pieces.

5.  Bold Earrings

Alluring, bold statement earrings are trending these days. From McQueen to Marni, mix-matched and over-the-shoulder sparkles are just everywhere. So go ahead and raid your mom’s jewellery box, and march into the year like the chic and fierce woman that you are.

6.  Mega Platforms

Platforms are another trend that’s surging this year. They’re the new must-have shoe – and the chunkier your platform the better. Whether you prefer a flat form or a platform, laced or wooden, expect to see various styles of this height-enhancing footwear this 2017.

Whether you’re thinking of reinventing your wardrobe or sticking to your usual style, do keep an eye out on these fashion trends so you can impeccably improve your OOTDs.

While pregnancy is a beautiful thing, you might not always think that you look that way. Your changing body will likely make you feel insecure and cautious, but that shouldn’t be the case – you should only feel sexy while you’re pregnant. So if you’re looking for ways on how you could embrace your new body, then make sure that you put the following tips to work.

1. Opt for Softer Fabrics

If you’re thinking of pulling off a softer and more romantic look during your pregnancy, then choosing soft fabrics such as lace, satin and silk for your wardrobe is certainly the way to go. Apart from being soft to touch and looking beautiful, these fabrics also don’t restrict your stomach area. With this, you can ensure that your pregnancy clothes are breathable, comfortable and flirty.

2. Show Off Your Bump

During their pregnancy phase, most mothers prefer hiding their bumps by wearing larger shirts and dresses – which shouldn’t be the case. If anything, wearing larger and loose-fitting clothes will only make you appear larger than you really are. So show off your bump using the clothes you already own. Toss your tight shirts to the side until after you give birth, but keep your stretchy and loose-fitting tops at the front of your closet. By wearing these pieces, you’ll be able to proudly display your bump sans feeling constricted.

3. Never Sacrifice Your Old Style

Sacrificing their style is one of the things that women feel like they need to do when they become pregnant. But while there may be styles that would seem inappropriate to wear for an expecting mother, that shouldn’t keep you from feeling sexy while being pregnant. If you feel comfortable wearing certain pieces on your wardrobe, then feel free to do so. If you’re fond of wearing dresses over knee boots, then go ahead and strut them together with your baby bump.

4. Invest in a Good Pair of Maternity Jeans

Although you’ll mostly be wearing your dresses throughout your pregnancy, there’s actually no need to completely bid goodbye to your pair of jeans. If you have toned legs and a nice bum, then it’s still possible for you to wear a pair of maternity jeans. Just avoid going overboard with how many maternity jeans you’ll purchase, and just stick with the basics: white, light denim, dark denim and black.

5. Pamper Yourself

As you get further into your pregnancy, you’ll likely feel and look tired, and that could diminish the glow that you’ve grown accustomed to throughout your pregnancy period. To bring back that glow, make sure that you get yourself pampered every now and then. Schedule a manicure and pedicure session, sign up for a spa treatment, or do anything that you used to do to pamper yourself.

Being pregnant shouldn’t keep you from feeling good about how you look. Instead, you should embrace the changes associated with pregnancy and be happy with the new kind of life it’ll give you.

Wearing rings like the fashion statement rings can signify different meanings depending on who have it. What are the common reasons as to why people wear rings? The next section will discuss examples of these reasons:

For reminder of a promise

Fulfilling a promise isn’t only about the promise of love. There are promises uttered too between friends, parents and children, and others. It will be easier to remember the promises that were said if there is a concrete reminder for it. The use of rings is an ideal way to recall the promise since it can be always worn. There are different trendy fashion rings available from a lot of jewelry makers.

It would be so cool to see the same design of the rings on the people involved in that promise. It will make them patient and resilient enough to fulfil their promises because the constant reminder is always seen. In addition too, they have the option of inscribing the inner side of the ring of the initials or numbers representing the promise so the details won’t be forgotten.

For unifying for the same goal

The other significance that can be used for ring is showing the unity for the same goal. In sports, there are the team managers who give rings with a special design like an embedded gemstone with carved letters below the gemstone, usually that’s the name of the team. For instance, a volleyball team who have won the league even if the odds are against team, it’s not surprising if their manager will order personalized fashion rings women really adore.

After all, the team who exerts effort to win the whole league is united by their goal of completing the challenges from beginning up until the end. Other groups who may also use the rings to symbolize their oneness are the fraternities and sororities. The rings will also serve as the mark that they are officially members of the group.

For fashion statement

All ladies love to flaunt their distinctive physical features with how they dress and present themselves. To complement their look, they also choose to wear different jewelries that will highlight their appearance even more. The fashion rings women often lay their eyes on are those with sparkling embellishment. Diamonds are girls’ best friend and for men who only wants to give them the best, that statement is a fact.

Other rings that women love to wear around their smooth finger are those made from the purest material such as silver and gold. The embedded gemstone is also a favorite since it add colors and elegance to the ring. Who wouldn’t like to see a gemstone, especially if it is a rare type, on their ring? Even men will want to wear it because the ring with a gemstone shows superiority too.

For exchanging vows

If people will be asked who are those whom they often see wearing the rings, the common answer is the married couple. Wedding rings can be crafted in the simplest forms. But of course, there are also those couples who prefer to have the most intricate and magnificent pair of rings especially for their big wedding event. They may choose from the available trendy fashion rings offered by the different jewelry crafters.

On the other hand, they may have the option too of customizing their own rings to make sure that it is unique and there’s nothing that will have the similar design with it. These rings should last long and it must not immediately fade especially that couples will wear it for years. Exchanging of vows while wearing the ring is one of the most anticipated part of the wedding ceremony.

What woman doesn’t love wearing shoes with good heels? In my case, I’m always looking for an event or a reason to buy a new pair, leaving my closet screaming for some air. From stilettos to kitten heels, pumps and peep-toes, we all have our own personal favourites. Nevertheless, it’s still important to keep at least a pair of the following heels in your shoe cabinet in case you’ll need their versatility and style.

1. Kitten Heels. Want a simple step up from your favourite flat shoes? Then the kitten heels are for you. Its heel height of 1.5 to two inches is already enough to give you the touch of femininity that you want. Although it’s not the heel of choice for shorter girls, taller women who doesn’t want to further accentuate their height can benefit from this heel type. For a perfect outfit, simply pair it up with a sundress to turn your simply casual ensemble into a flirty and fun one.

2. Wedges. While it makes a great summer footwear, wedge can certainly work for other seasons too. Wedges come in various heights, so you definitely wouldn’t have a hard time looking for one that perfectly fits your taste. Other than that, wedges also come in seemingly endless styles like wedges with textures and patterns, sneakers, and casual wedges that you can use to either dress down or dress up your look. Truly the perfect shoe to own if you’re looking for comfort and style.

3. Pumps.  This is probably one of the classic styles of heel that exists up until now. In its basic form, pumps contain buckles, laces or ties, while its modern take offers a similar silhouette with a t-strap or ankle strap for an added design. Pumps set in neutral tones are the cult favourites as you can pair them up with almost everything you own. However, exploring pumps set in bright colours and patterns will allow you to use them as a way to express your individuality.

4. Stiletto Heels. Stilettos are my absolute favourite among all heel types. Not only does it create an allusion of smaller foot and longer leg, the steep arch of the heel also alters the posture drawing attention the bust and bun area. But despite the sexy look that it offers, stiletto heels aren’t the healthiest heel choice for your foot. The thin heels force places all the weight of your body on the balls of your feet, and its high arches could also cause some discomfort and problem when worn for longer periods of time.

5. Peep-Toes. Just the perfect shoe if you want to show off your freshly manicures toes. The peep-toe heel combines the chic look of a high heel and the fun element of exposed toes. Perfect for adding a hint of class even on your casual outfits.

Different outfits need different shoes, so make sure that you have at least pair of these heels ready in your shoe closet to set your outfit off right.

Got a closet full of clothing pieces that somehow doesn’t seem quite right for your office ensemble? Worry no more. We’ve searched high and low to round up three smart ways on how you can easily refresh your wardrobe and make it office-ready without spending a single penny.

1. Clean Up Your Closet.

Cleaning and organizing your closet is the only way for you to truly know the ‘bones’ of your wardrobe. So get in there and dig deep. Pull all of your pieces out and assess every piece that you own. If you want, you can try things on to see if it still fits and flatters your body. You could also follow the rule that if you haven’t worn a certain piece in a year, let it go.

Once you’re done gathering your cast-offs, call on your friends and invite them over for a clothes-swapping party. Doing this won’t only satiate your urge to shop, it also comes at no expense – you get to add new pieces in your wardrobe, while seeing your own pieces get a new lease on life.

2. Try Creative Layering.

Although it’s not unusual to have a closet full of unworn garments, few people have actually sat down and tried coming up with different layering combinations that might work for them. We tend to shop in terms of outfits: for example, buying a white shirt to wear with a certain pair of trousers, or a skirt that could only be worn with a certain pair of boots. If this is what you usually do, then your wardrobe is most likely not living up to the sum of its parts.

Easily correct this by assessing your wardrobe and trying on different combinations. You’ll likely find some wonderful and unusual clothing combinations that might just work for you.

3. Play With Your Accessories.

Wearing accessories is good way to change your look with a little effort and expense. Note the accessories that you currently have and place them where they you can easily see them. Through this, you’re more likely to use them creatively as you plan out your look for the day.

However, if don’t usually wear a lot of accessories, try investing on some basic pieces. Look into thrift stores as they often serve as goldmines for unique accessories like belts and scarves.

It goes without saying that we’re just scratching the surface on how a fashion-savvy woman like you can stretch your work wardrobe. But if you’re looking for an immediate gratification and some styling inspiration, then these tips are already enough to make you look refreshed and revitalized in an instant.