The Lure of the Long Skirt

Longer skirts are back according to InStyle Magazine. And not those bohemian long flowered types. Long tailored skirts with a flow in silk, wool, flannel and cotton. Designers Carolina Herrera , Marni and Donna Karan give the look a new silhouette this year on the runway.

 Tailored you can wear them with a small platform heels and tinted stockings instead of clunky boots and tights. keep the tonal range of colors similar so you don't look so tiny. Slits will make this look sensual and the fullness of this new look will make you feel sexy not stuffed like a cigar.

Hey darling pair that skirt with long gloves and a smokeless cigarette holder and you are looking oh so Greta Garbo. You'll never be alone .

Old is New

The knit flame stitch in every color is big this year. Some of you will remember this look from the seventies.  Old is new.


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Fur trimmed vests, remember Sonny and Cher.  Dolman -sleeve pullovers and cowl neck lines. Stripes are big too.Those neon colors in lime are back too. Bright color making a better place possibly.

Big cuffs and embellished necklines make a statement that you have arrived. Crushed faux fur coats and the little black sheath dress make you look perfect for that special night out. Old and new together. Work or  on a night on the town:  We will always be grateful to Cocoa Channel for the simplicity of the little black dress forevermore.

Time to revamp the wardrobe

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 It’s September so that means time to revamp and look at what’s in our closet. Time to put the white away; shoes, pocketbooks and short-shorts.

Hot colors for this season; hot pink, reds, purples, fuchsia and classic calming beige and tans for the less flashy. Stripes are big whether in different colors or just layered in the material.

 

The animal print is still hot, worn as an accessory or a top or dress. Leopard prints are neutral so they go with almost anything. Skirts are longer going to knee or if short; ruffled.

Pants are wide, or straight leg Leggings are still hot. Wear a tunic or a sequin top. The basic shirt is still tailored and a classic every woman needs one or two in her wardrobe. Ruffle shirts are still big. Leather motorcycle jackets can still spice up that look giving you an edge. For the casual look wear a graphic tee. Pair it with a woven knit scarf or a faux fur scarf. Add a faux fur vest. Layers are still going strong. Layer your shirt with a faux fur vest giving you that Sonny and Cher look from the you that sixties.

Jackets are back and so are suits to give you a professional look but they are more stream-lined giving an edgy look to the banker’s suit.

Be well-heeled in shoes that are platform. Wedge shoes are not just for summer. Wedge shoes are versatile coming in lace up booties; and open toed. But being comfy is in too. Long live ballet flats. Of course boots, boots, and more boots. The motorcycle boot lives on. Keep Styling in Delco!

 

Style Me Hired looking for applicants.

100 unemployed women will receive

 complete makeovers  on 'Sept. 26. 
 You can be one of them!

 Marc Voci, founder of Style Me Hired,  and owner of Marc Voci Salon and Colorbar in Ridley,  The Career Wardrobe and the Omni Hotel at Independence Park are partnering  to launch Philadelphia’s first and only makeover event providing 100 unemployed women become transformed so they can re-enter the workforce.

Twenty five,  salons across the region will participate.  the makeovers, which will change hundreds of lives. Women who are currently unemployed and actively seeking employment can apply to win a Style Me Hired Makeover at www.stylemehired.com. Sponsorship opportunities are still available for salons who want to join Style Me Hired.

Voci is championing this cause. “Makeovers empower women,” Voci said. “Unfortunately, women who are out of work don’t always have the resources they need to transform their look. I’m excited to see the local beauty industry come together to create such amazing synergy.

"We are thrilled to be working with The Career Wardrobe and other regional partners like Marc Voci who are dedicated to improving the lives of women. The Omni Hotel at Independence Park is committed to being a caring partner in the community. We look forward to great success and to making this an annual project," Chris Laufer, Director of Sales and Marketing.

The Career Wardrobe is the nation’s largest independent non-profit organization serving women transitioning into the workforce. Since 1995, they have assisted over 70,000 women. The organization will be outfitting each makeover winner with a professional outfit to compliment her makeover.

Career Wardrobe Executive Director Sheri Cole sees this makeover program as a step in the right direction for her clients. “Makeovers are all about change and improvement,” Cole said. “Style Me Hired winners will have a considerable leg-up during their job hunts and interviews. We appreciate the Omni Hotel’s generous support in this community relations program.”

Voci created the first Style Me Hired event in December of 2010 with five local women receiving makeovers. “The first event was so well received that we knew we needed to do it again on a much larger scale,” Voci said.

Women who are currently unemployed and actively seeking employment can apply to win a Style Me Hired Makeover at http://www.stylemehired.com./ Online, women can upload a current photo and share their stories, all of which will be considered during the selection process. Women can also send their picture along with contact information and their story to Marc Voci Salon and Colorbar, at 448 MacDade Blvd., Folsom, Pa., 19033.

Media Fashion offers biker chic to back to school!

Sorella Boutique, Little People’s Consignment Shop, Hannum's Harley-Davidson and the Delco SPCA are partnering  at the Trolley Track Fashion Show tonight , Wednesday, August 10 during Dining Under the Stars in downtown Media. Fashions worn by Main Line Models  will range from women's trend designer sportswear to evening wear, biker chic from  Harley-Davidson  and back to school children’s clothing.

Furry cute adoptable dogs and cats from the Delco SPCA, in  Media, will be on hand  so attendees who dine under the stars at their favorite Media restaurant can find an animal companion to love forever.
For those who love to ride or dream of riding a Harley, your dream may come true.
 Hannum's Harley-Davidson will display the latest 2012 motorcycles with an opportunity to enter a raffle to win a new Harley-Davidson on Oct. 22.

Cover up on City Streets




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I know you are beautiful and you have worked out all winter for that toned body but still walking down the street in your bikini just isn't the way to go.
                  Only five-year old youngster can get away with it.
                  I know you love those whistles and catcalls from weird men in big trucks but there are no excuses with all the awesome cover ups around to be strutting around town with your derriere hanging out. You wouldn't walk around naked would you? 

Well if you are walking around town after being at the pool in your bathing suit, you might as well be naked. Please don't wrap a  beach towel around you. Why add pounds where you don't want them.

  You can still look hot!!!

If you are fifteen or  eighty  there are so  many cool looks  out  there to chose from and you'll still get those catcalls  and whistles.

     Scarves or shawls wrapped around your waist covering the rear gives you a bit of mystique that all men love. Long bohemian dresses in bright prints or colors are great too matched with a great pair of sandals. Cute terry cloth rompers are easy to wear and pull up over that wet swimsuit. A cute little mini dress looks great and will take you anywhere you want to go. You will look oh so cool.

Keep Styling in Delco!

Hair tips for those hair raising days of summer

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Summer weather can play

 havoc with your hairstyle

Here's some tips on how to survive it all.

Frizzy Hair

Humidity in this area can be so thick that the straightest hair can frizz up.Use a smoothing cream mixed with thick hair gel or glossing serum.

Flat Hair

 You know what I mean... hat or helmet hair.  Spray on some root volumizer and  create a little  lift by blow drying upside down. Hair spray will maintain the shape.

Oily Hair

Shake powder into your palms and run your hands throgh your hair starting at the roots.  The powder will absorb the oils. Work some mousse into the roots creating volume. You don't have to wash your hair everyday especially if you blowdry it.  The oil in your hair is a natural conditioner.  That doesn't mean not washing it at all but every other day or two is fine.

On the Beach or by the pool.

Spritz your hair to protect it from the elements with sunscreen. Mix one teaspoon of sunscreen lotion with SPF of 25 or highter with 1/2 cup of water in a spray bottle. Spritz every hour.

Braid it or tie it into a bun to keep it from frizzing up. 

 Use a conditioner you can leave in. It will deep condition your hair while protecting it.

Wear a hat or a bandana to cover your hair especially if you've color it. It will protect the color and also keep your scalp from burning.

Keep Styling in Delco!!!