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So What Exactly is a Capsule Wardrobe?

Filed under: fashion advice — Tags: , , , — admin @ 9:00 am June 6, 2011

These days, we hear a lot about capsule wardrobes – fashion gurus say every woman should have once, because it means you look good every day, while saving money.

Sounds good – but what exactly is a capsule wardrobe, and how do you go about achieving one? After all, ladies’ fashion is a wide world, and most us just stumble along without a map, buying anything we fancy.

That usually means we have a wardrobe full of women’s clothing that we have hardly ever worn. And that’s where the capsule wardrobe comes in. Quite simply, a capsule wardrobe means a carefully selected range of ladies fashion clothing that you can mix and match a hundred ways, which fits you well, and which you use regularly and with creativity.

At Quiz, we can help you achieve this capsule wardrobe with ease. Browsing on our site, you will see the women’s clothing is displayed simply and attractively, meaning you can take a good look and choose the items that will suite you best – and which will work well together.

At our just in section you will find the latest in current fashion trends such as going out tops, cute dresses, ladies’ cardigans and fashion boots. It’s simple to flick between our pages and select the items that will go with them – and you can take as long as you like to decide whether the items will fit into your capsule wardrobe without waste or overspending.

Begin at the bottom and choose what you could call your foundations – leggings, fashion jeans or maybe fashion skirts. Once you have selected just a few, take a look at tops – the same leggings, for instance, will look great during the day with fashion tops and flat shoes, but you can also dress them up for evening with high heels or ankle boots and some great going out tops.

Choose your footwear with care – make sure you have a range of heel heights, for instance, so you know you have something for dancing, dining out or doing some serious shopping!

Once you have selected your garments, you can then take a look at fashion accessories online, such as fashion rings, hairbands and womens scarves. These can really make a difference to the look of your outfits, creating a new look every day, and are a great way to keep your capsule wardrobe up to date without spending very much cash.

Maintaining your capsule wardrobe is easy, as long as you are tough with yourself. You don’t want to let unworn clothes build up at the back of your wardrobe, so be ruthless and get rid of anything you haven’t worn for two months – you can always swap it with a friend, make some cash by selling it on or do some good by selling it to charity.

Use our Quiz site to make sure every garment you buy from now is stylish and useful – you’ll look great!


Cotton and Synthetic Fabrics

Filed under: fashion advice — Tags: , , — admin @ 1:51 pm May 11, 2011

Cotton is a natural fibre derived from the cotton plant, which produces a white, fluffy protective ball around its seeds. This can be picked and processed into a yarn that can be woven into the fabrics we use to make women’s dresses, men’s shirts, baby clothes, bedsheets, towels, and even medical supplies. No matter what you’re wearing, your outfit probably has at least a little cotton in it somewhere. It’s one of the world’s biggest crops and responsible for a huge proportion of all our fabrics. It’s not the only natural fibre around there – flax plants are used to make linen and real silk is produced by silk worms – but cotton is by far the most common.

Most fashion jeans are at least part cotton but these days a lot of people like a little stretch in their denim. It lets us wear skinny, trendy jeans without sacrificing comfort and helps a single garment fit a range of different body shapes. Cotton doesn’t stretch very much at all so it has to be blended with synthetic fabrics that do.

Polyester, rayon, and vinyl are all plastics and they’re also used to make womens dresses and clothing. The characteristics of a synthetic fibre can be tailored pretty precisely these days. Manufacturers can decide on thickness, texture, stretch and a whole range of other factors before creating a new fabric. Fibres and materials can be created to exact specifications.

So why use cotton at all? There are two reasons. First, cotton is relatively easy to grow across a lot of the world’s surface. All you need is water and sunshine (although pesticides and synthetic fertilisers are often used). Second, it’s really nice to wear. Fashion jeans, shirts, and dresses made of pure cotton denim are more breathable than synthetic equivalents. They’re cool and comfortable next to the skin.

Some artificial fibres feel sweaty and sticky when it gets really warm because air doesn’t flow through the fabric in the same way. Womens dresses made of cotton are usually cooler than those made from polyester. For summer, 100% cotton clothing is a good investment. Even a garment made with 50% cotton and 50% artificial fibre will almost always be more pleasant to wear in the heat than one that’s purely synthetic.

However, there is another downside. Cotton and other natural fibres are slightly harder to take care of. They require a little more consideration in the washing machine and sometimes have a tendency to crumple and wrinkle more easily. This isn’t a problem with trendy jeans but it’s something to think about when you’re buying blouses and dresses.

There are pros and cons to cotton and to polyester synthetics. Of course, fabric determines only a small part of the way an item of clothing looks and feels so you shouldn’t worry too much about it. Natural and artificial materials are just one factor, but it’s something to think about if you’re not sure how comfortable a garment will be in the summer months.


Find Your Perfect Pair of Fashion Jeans

Filed under: Womens clothing — Tags: , , , — admin @ 9:48 am September 29, 2010

Most fashion trends comes and go, such as leggings which were popular during the sixties and have now reappeared as the latest fashion trend. While most trends last only for a while, jeans are here to stay. Lots of people own at least one pair of fashion jeans, if not more. Some people may ask why jeans are so popular, and what makes people buy them so much. Mainly, it is because of the comfort. You can throw on a pair of jeans and lounge around the house or go on a shopping trip. This also makes jeans diverse. They can be worn at any time during the day, and they can be worn with almost any type of top, depending on what type of look you are going for. It is therefore important to make sure you have at least one pair of fashion jeans that you look good in and most importantly, feel good in.

It is not difficult to shop for the perfect pair of jeans if you know what you are looking for. Before you decide to purchase a pair of jeans, make sure you know a few things about yourself that will make sure you buy the right pair. Firstly, you should be aware of your body shape. As there are many different body shapes out there, there are also different types of jeans. Slimmer figures can get away with most types of jeans, including skinny jeans and other ladies fashion jeans. For a fuller figure, you can still wear skinny jeans; just go for a more slimming colour like black. No woman has to stick to skinny jeans however, as there are other types that may suit you too.

Secondly, determine the type of jeans that will go the best with your style or personality. Cropped fashion jeans create a summery feel, or if they are paired with a sporty top, can create a tomboyish look. Boot cut jeans are perfect for any woman’s shape, and can be paired with heels or boots as well as trainers, depending on what occasion you are wearing them for. A simple change of shoes will create a different look; this is why jeans are so popular.

Also, you want to buy a good quality pair of fashion jeans so you know that they will last you a while. It is no good buying a cheap pair that you will only be able to wear a few times, as you will want to wear your jeans again and again. It is also important to stock up on a few pairs of jeans so you always have a spare pair should you need them.

At Quiz Clothing, we have lots of ladies’ fashion jeans for you to choose from, all of high quality so you can wear them often, and all of a fair price so you will be able to stick to your budget. Jeans are diverse and perfect for most occasions, so make sure you get your pair!


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