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[Disclaimer: All questions must be submitted from a parent for those under 18 years of age]Dear Sharon: I'm writing for my 5th grade daughter. Here are her questions to you: I'm unsure of what would make me look not like a dork or not too fancy. Should I wear make-up? Where should I shop? Do you know any way for boys to get to like you! -Betwixt and Be 'Tween (AOL)Dear Betwixt and Be 'Tween: Before we go any further, my sweet diva-wannabe, be the star that you are, and forget about "getting" boys to like you. Boys like girls who love themselves… remember, you are your number one! Have the self-confidence to be the best that you can be to yourself and reaaaally

MATERNITY SHOW STOPPERS... What to Wear When You Are A Little Bit Pregnant Dear Sharon: I’m just about three months along and would love to keep my pregnancy private for a bit longer. I really need some maternity fashion tips to keep my bump under wraps until I'm ready to share it with the world. I’m exuberant about the baby, but not the type to keep talking about being a mommy-to-be and still not quite ready for “real” maternity clothes. What can I wear to camouflage my ballooning belly and appear stylish? – Seams To Be Extreme Dear Seams: Of course, you can constantly stand behind a large armchair, perpetually reposition a flower pot, or only be seen when peeking

DRESS BEFITTING OF THE WEDDING GUEST

DRESS BEFITTING OF THE WEDDING GUEST guide to what to wear and when to wear it guide to what to wear and when to wear it There is a respect factor to be in harmony with the occasion, but that doesn't mean you have to dress in the paradox of your personal style to feel welcome. Black has become a classic color when it comes to weddings like much else. But, some brides are still a bit superstitious about seeing a sea of darkness at their "I do" to-do-you might just want to pop this question if you are a bit unsure of her preferences. The same goes for wearing white… never be accused of competing with the bride! A

Wedding Round-Up…

Wedding Round-Up... The End Of Guest Distress What to Wear With What Shoes, Hose, Accessories The End Of Guest Distress What to Wear With What Shoes, Hose, Accessories Darling Readers: I don't know why, but weddings seem to blitz everyone out about style. A normal formal evening would seem like almost any other dressy event, except, when the word "wedding" is added to the agenda, most of us are stymied. So here's a bridal round up of some of the most frequently asked questions about how to dress for a wedding --SH If the Shoe Fits…Dear Sharon: Hello, I have a wedding to go to and I'm not sure what color shoe I should wear with my powder blue outfit. I was thinking silver shoes would look good

What, You Didn't Dream About Walking Down The Aisle! WEDDING MUST-HAVES FOR THE SHY BRIDE WEDDING MUST-HAVES FOR THE SHY BRIDE Dear Sharon:Okay, we finally decided to do it. Well, the next best thing from eloping, that is. Our wedding will be a very small, truly intimate gathering with literally a few friends and family in attendance. This isn't a mega-deal-- it's almost a spur of the moment get-together that happens to be our union. I have never been the type to "dream" about my wedding-day and am truly reluctant to consider anything really bridal and froufrou, which I feel is a big financial waste for only one evening. You could say, I am practical, yet still romantic! Also, my

Men's Dress Tips to Go from Nerdy to a Perfect V-Shape "God" men's fashion advice to go from yuck to hunk Dear Sharon: I am a 21-year-old guy who recently moved to Texas a few months back from Kansas City. Since I have moved down here, I have lost well over 100 pounds. I made huge life-style changes (diet and exercise), and I have reaped the benefits.I am going home next month to visit my parents for the first time in some months, and they have no idea that I went from a size 50 waist to a size 32 waist. I still have not bought any new clothes and I am wearing the ones that I had when I was fat. I really haven't changed

Let's look at a few top reader questions to help boost men's style confidence and a some makeover advice too... Rx for a Shot of Self-ConfidenceDear Sharon: I'm a 21-year-old male college student and I have a little problem. I live a nice life- no one would probably guess this would ever bother me. But I have a major lack of confidence about my looks, specifically facially. I just think I'm ugly and don't know what to do. I've tried facials, different hairstyles, Stridex, skin moisturizer, and face exercises??? Is this something that should bother a 21-year-old guy? I don't know what to do. --Face Off (Dekalb, IL) Dear Face Off: Snap out of it!!! The entirety of your being-- intelligence, knowledge, awareness, sense of humor, and compassion-are

Effortless Outerwear That's High On Rugged Men's Style Typically, there's a Catch-22 to watching men's fashion shows. If the clothes are wearable, the show is boring. If the runway show is exciting, the clothes can be over-the-top for a regular guy to wear in real life. Like any trend, you need to distill the essence of the catwalk look until you are at ease with it. Outerwear is a major purchase, so when cost is a concern, it is wise to consider something that you can wear for at least a couple of seasons and shy away from anything too trendy that will surely scream, "last year". Look at the classic lines of the ASOS navy coat, pictured for a

Dear Sharon: I know I’m overweight and have as much sense of style as an aardvark. My hair has a shapeless (un)cut that is graying and I would consider some hair dye. In the past, this never seemed to bother me. I’m a man who has spent more time concerned about developing my mind rather than my appearance. Now that I’m approaching 50, my post-hippy club kid look has passed its prime. I’m a successful Internet designer and professionally competing with people half my age. I want to be perceived as intrinsically vital as the young guns who flood this industry. How can I look youthful without feeling like a Ken doll? I don’t want an obvert physical change that will

AN ICON FOR MEN’S STYLE… The Thomas Crown Affair celebrity tailor tips you off on how to look great

The Thomas Crown Affair celebrity tailor tips you off on how to look great If you cannot decipher chic from geek, flash to film and television to see what an actor's wardrobe brings to mind. Think about the wrinkled raincoat Peter Falk wore as disheveled Colombo. Why Richard Gere's polished wardrobe in American Gigolo catapulted Giorgio Armani's fame. There's Will Smith's funky, but of course black suit, in Men In Black. The character Oscar Madison in any rendition of The Odd Couple should be the poster boy for Scotch Guard. Men no longer dared to wear pastels after Don Johnson in Miami Vice made Jordan Almond colors cool. And, we won't even go to where Tinky Winky of the Teletubbies

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Maternity Fashion Tips: How to Master Showstopper Style When Pregnant

DRESS BEFITTING OF THE WEDDING GUEST

Wedding Round-Up…

What, You Didn’t Dream About Walking Down The Aisle!

Lost 100 Pounds and Wants to Wow the Gang Back Home

Worrisome Wardrobe, Kooky Taste, Low Self-Image… Hey, It’s Time for MEN’S MAKEOVER MADNESS

SUGAR COAT DADDY… Effortless Outerwear That’s High On Rugged Men’s Style

Manly Makeover Tips To Go From Dud To Stud

AN ICON FOR MEN’S STYLE… The Thomas Crown Affair celebrity tailor tips you off on how to look great

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