What to Wear with Tummy Rolls

Question:
 
Dear GG: Whenever I go shopping, I see styles that I like...but when I put it on, the two rolls on my tummy gets in the way. Watching tv shows to help people with rolls is a bit discouraging, because there "big" stomach either isn't big or their tummy is uniform. I need some advice on what styles to look for: shirts, dress, and pants and coordination of it.   I'm 5'8, 140lbs, 36D breasts respectively big butt my stomach protrudes my body at the same measurements as my breasts. My hates is the tummy rolls that is deeply indented at the belly button.   Please help! - Sara

Answer:

Hi Sara, well, sounds like you do not have a weight problem, because, let me tell you, your weight and height are in a good range. What I don’t know from your letter is how old you are. The reason I ask is because some young women take a little longer to lose there ‘baby fat’ which stores around the belly area.

You might want to check with your doctor to see how you can eliminate that extra roll. That way you won’t have to worry about what to wear all the time.
   

But let’s get back to the question you have about what to wear, with the body you currently have! Your figure type is called round body type. That is your hips, your waist and your chest is the same or almost the same size.

What you want to avoid at all costs are the hip hugger type pants or jeans. And avoid the crop tops, too, they only really look good on girls and women who have a boyish body type. On everyone else they make your butt look bigger than it is! That is why so many girls think they are fat, because the hip-hugger style actually accentuates your bottom. Cameron Diaz looks great in hip huggers only because she has the figure of a boy. No hip, no bustline.

You, on the other hand should opt for slacks that have a little give, spandex or elastic at the waist, otherwise they will cut right into the tummy roll.

Also, choose tops that hang straight down from the bustline, such as a shirt that you leave outside the slacks, or a shell that hangs over the slacks. You can also wear a jacket over the shirt.

Wear all one color when you can. Blue shirt with blue jeans, or black shirt with black slacks. It's  elegant and it makes you look slimmer. Wearing one color on top and another on the bottom, chunks up the body line.   

Avoid slinky, thin fabrics. They will follow the contour of your body, they also accentuate parts you want to hide. Wear cotton, or other crisp materials. Wear t-shirts that have some body of there own, not ones that are flimsy or light. Rayon is a good material to wear if you can find it, light yet good for hiding flaws!

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How to Avoid Last Minute Hair Disaster

Its prom night: you found the perfect dress and you are the only one who has it.

Your accessories match the dress perfectly. You spent hours perfecting your makeup.

You look stunning.

Except for one little thing.

Your hair is flat. And sticky with product and it actually looks kind goofy.

You're crushed and your entire prom night is ruined.

I can guarantee that if you follow these 4 steps, right now, that this will never happen again.

Step #1 Take the Style Quiz

Step #2 Understanding your Hairtype

Step #3 Choose the best Hairstyle for your Bodytype

Step #4 Why Face Shape Matters

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How to look 15 pounds slimmer in your prom dress

How to Look Slimmer in your Prom Dress

When you are dressing up for any special occasion, whether, prom , homecoming or just dressing up for the Oscar Night Awards, you want to look and feel like a star. Follow these Oscar Winning tips to look sleek and elegant for your next night out! Wear a prom dress that is:

Monochrome

a prom dress in one color elongates the body, making you look slimmer

Dark muted colors make you look thinner.

Not everyone should wear black, so think deep gray, silver, wine, raisin, burgundy, forest green, russet, midnight blue, golden brown, cocoa, cranberry, eggplant.

Try our free color analysis

Neutral colors, like  black, silver, gray, beige, taupe,

gold, will make you appear taller and more slender.

Long straight skirts or dresses are great for prom -just be sure the skirt is not too tight around your behind!

For more tips and ideas go to Shop 4 Prom Dress directory

GG Flower

How can I find a prom date?

Question :

Next month is my senior prom but I don't have a date. Do i have to have a date to go to prom? My mom hates it when I go to dances and like most guys at dances just want to have fun. The thing is I want to ask my best friend, a (guy) but I don't know how.  Am I afreid to ask a guy cuz my mom might go crazy on me.


-Alice T.
 
Answer:

Prom can pose a bunch of dilemmas for sure. And the "date" is the biggest problem for most students. The truth is : you do not have to go with a date. You can simply go with your best friend. But it could be awkward if it is just you and him, because people will wonder "are they dating" ? What you really want is a dance partner and an escort at prom, not that you need protection, but you don't want to go alone and spend all night alone. 

The best way to have the most fun at prom is go with a group of friends that you want to sit with. If there a a few girls and a few boys, you will have plenty of opportunity to dance with one or more boys, including your best friend. Dance with anyone who asks you, that way your friend will know you won't turn him down if he asks. 
-ggflower

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What to Wear to Homecoming?

Q?

What am I supposed to wear to homecoming? My best friend and I want to go the our school's homecoming dance but don't know what to wear to one of these? -Andrea M.

A.

Hi Andrea, glad you asked!

Deciding what to wear for a party or dance or wedding can be challenging. 

Because of all the different designations such as formal, white-tie, business casual or semi-formal, you need to know what kind of clothing and/or accessories are appropriate for each level of formality. Understanding which is which will help you avoid embarrassment.

What Is Considered Semi-Formal Dress?

What Does Semi-Formal Dress Mean?

Women

When you receive an invitation to an event which specifies semi-formal, this means a cocktail-length (knee-length) or long dress. You have to wear sheer hosiery. Leave the business pumps at home and put on the dressy pumps. You can accessorize with tasteful jewelry.

Best Advice? Go with the short party dress. Save the long gown for your prom.

Men

Men wear suits to semi-formal events. The suit should be a good-quality dark suit with a dark tie and white shirt. You should wear dark socks and black shoes.

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Need Help Finding a Prom Dress in my price range

Hi Gg,

Question : Does anyone know about dresses from www.lightinthebox.com?

They are wholesale from China. My order would be like $300, 1/3 of what it would cost at a bridal store here in the States. I don't care if the dresses are a knockoff or not as long as they aren't crappy. My fear though is sending my money and then never receiving my stuff. If anyone has ever ordered a dress from this place could you please give me your opinion? Thanks. Rose.

Answer : 

Hi Rose, I know  I am not the only one on this blog who has had a bad experience with some (not all) overseas manufactures. I sum up my answer to this dilemma in my recent article,  Wedding and Prom Dresses : The Pitfalls of Buying Cheap.  

As far as this particular company, Light in the Box, my suggestion would be to really read up on the reviews left by customers, they are often the ones who will speak frankly about any given product! 

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What to Wear : Man 34, Dress UP

More Boss Black...

Question:

Hi ggflower my name is Jaouad (MALE)I am 34 years old.  I always get confused when I try to dress for any occasion, I sometimes feel like I look Goofy. so, I would appreciate if YOU tell me Details about fitted Colors in classic clothes and others clothes.......I work in office and like to go out also.  your Response is appreciated  please if i don't understand something i will ask again  thanks jaouad city of hermitage, PA

Answer:

Hi Jaouad,

You have asked a very good question. I think, with so many new styles being offered every season, it is easy to get confused about what to buy and "what to wear" from moment to moment.  Whenever I get this type of question, I always answer the much same way, whether it’s a man or a woman.


It is important Jaouad to make sure you have plenty of classic styles and basic colors in your wardrobe. Stores like JC Penneys and LLBean always sell classic styles, like Dockers and Chinos. Since, you did not mention formal wear I concentrate on work and casual styles of clothing for men.

By the way, if you go shopping right after Christmas you will get the best deal on winter clothing. And the best sales for summer clothing is right after the 4^th of July. If you find that your wardrobe is lacking the basics to dress in a classic conservative manner, you will have to start to pay better attention when you go shopping.

Rule of thumb

Style: Don’t mix too many styles. Don’t wear tennis shoes with your dress clothes. Don’t wear your dress shoes with your casual clothes. Don’t wear more than one trendy item at a time. Wearing trends works for teens and rock stars. So if you want to be taken seriously, you need to avoid these looks. Find clothes that are fitted in the 'traditional' manner.

Dressing in the classic style:

Slacks: Chinos or Dockers-dark colors for winter, light colors for summer.

Socks: match your socks to your pants. 

Shirts: Oxford button downs collars for work, Henleys, crewneck sweaters, crewneck knit tops and polo shirts for casual.

Shoes: leather lace ups for work, loafers or docksiders for casual.

Belt: match the color and style of your belt to your shoes. One belt for dress and one belt for casual

Sunglasses: black shades if you are wearing a black belt and shoes. Brown shades if you are wearing a brown belt and shoes. By the way, here is where you can play around with trends. Find some cool shades.

Color for men

Wear as much of the same neutral color in each outfit as you can.Example: for work..

Navy slacks, Navy Shirt, or a white shirt with navy stripes.

Brown slacks, brown or beige shirt, or beige shirt with brown stripes.

Black slacks: with white shirts are really elegant, even if your are wearing jeans.

Tie: A multicolor tie will add just the right amount of color if you follow the rule above.  What you want to avoid is the goofy look which is created when you wear too many colors or too many styles. The overall effect is too busy!  

For casual: stick with neutral colors and solids. Save the funky prints shirts for the beach or a pool party or hanging around at home.

Navy shorts: navy, white, or gray Henley shirt or polo shirt or knit top.

Brown or khaki shorts. White or beige, navy  polo or t-shirt.

White shorts: if you are into white shorts, you can wear almost any color top.

Black shorts: grey, white, or taupe shirts, look dressy and elegant. 

I hope this helps. If you ever need help dressing up for a formal occasion, write me back. I would love to help out!

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