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How to: Give a ponytail a sleek-back 60's look

2008-03-12T23:02:00.000+08:00

Hair stylist Ricardo Rojas shows how to give a ponytail a sleek-back 60's look.

Wearing Layers

2008-03-01T09:13:00.007+08:00

Everything you need to know about wearing layers

Fashion, like a good relationship, works best when you understand its many layers. This not-so-new but all-important concept is crucial. Wearing layers has the ability to spruce up traditional outfits, like the T-shirt and jeans combo, plus it allows you to reuse you basic wardrobe staples time and time again, recreating different outfits. Basically, wearing layers takes your clothes -- and your look -- to a whole new level.

Avoid over sized or bulky garments

The fundamental rule for wearing layers is: Avoid over sized or bulky garments altogether. The purpose of layers is to create a warm, sophisticated look that’s both smooth and complementary. Layering pieces that are too big or too bulky will only defeat the purpose. Piling on clothes that are either too large or too heavy causes you to appear disheveled and overstuffed. For example, a nice sweater worn over a dress shirt that’s too big looks messy and unkempt, while adding a heavy wool sweater over a collared shirt appears hulking and disproportionate. So, when wearing layers, use only those garments in your closet with a classic light and tailored fit.

Wear heavier fabrics on top

As you start building a layered outfit, start with the lighter fabrics underneath and the heavier ones on the top. When wearing layers, you should build them gradually in terms of weight from the inside out. In constructing the outfit this way, your overall appearance will be fluid because you are actually “building up” your look. Failure to do so will create a cumbersome, sad-looking outfit that’s unbalanced and aesthetically displeasing. Picture a polo shirt over a cotton T-shirt -- that works. Now picture a polo shirt over a cotton sweater -- that’ll make you look like a social retard.

Be wary of layering multiple patterns

Patterns are another caveat when wearing layers: Always be wary of layering multiple patterns. Though mixing and matching patterns and prints creates extremely sharp outfits, it also causes some really bad ones too; the perfect balance must be struck to avoid seizure-inducing looks. But while mixing patterns is an art in and of itself, you should feel empowered to experiment, especially if you start small.
Begin by coordinating a lightly patterned white button-up with a more heavily patterned sweater that uses the same main color. However, until you’ve truly mastered pattern mixology, it’s probably best to err on the side of caution and use a 1:1 ratio (one pattern with one solid).

Complement the colors of each layer

The best fashionites wearing layers use complementary colours to balance the overall appearance of their final look. Using complementary or matching colors ensures that all the layers in the outfit work in tandem, plus it establishes another level of successful “construction” to the outfit. When the color palettes of the individual garments correspond and/or match, the completed look seems intentional, thoughtful and dashing. For example, a red sweater vest over a button-up shirt with hints of red brings out the minor colors in the bottom layer, successfully integrating the two components together.

source(s) : askmen.com

Hello, Love

2008-02-29T16:31:00.005+08:00

Youth Ess, Hello Love
February 16, 2008

How to: Have fun with hair extensions

2008-02-29T00:41:00.000+08:00

How To: Create sexy supermodel curls

2008-02-29T00:06:00.001+08:00

Ford Models hairstylist Johnny Lavoy shows how to create that sexy, beachy, supermodel curl-look.

How To: French Twist Hair

2008-02-28T17:31:00.003+08:00

Hairdresser Leila Karalic from Saco Hair in London shows you how to braid your hair in a 'french twist' style.

Brush your hair so it's all on one side and use grips at the back to hold it in place.

Apply hairspray all over your hair.

Wrap the hair around your thumb and twist it up into a cone shape, holding it secure with your other fingers.

Use pins to slide in and around the twist so they point in towards the middle, to hold the hair in place.

Use a bristle brush to neaten the style and use hairspray to hold the twist together.

How To French Twist Hair

How To: Curl Hair With Straighteners

2008-02-28T17:19:00.000+08:00

How To Curl Hair With Straighteners: Folica.com presents step by step instructions on curling hair with a hair straightener and creating great and pretty bouncy curls.

How To Curl Hair With Straighteners

How To: Apply Blusher

2008-02-28T16:59:00.002+08:00

How To Apply Blusher: This video will give you an easy to follow step by step guide to putting on blusher the way professional make up artists do.

How To Apply Blusher

How To: Get The Rock Chick Look

2008-02-28T16:49:00.000+08:00

How To Get The Rock Chick Look: Celebrity make-up artist Daniel Sandler shows you how to get the rock chick, 'just got out of bed' look. This is makeup with an attitude, so watch VideoJug's guide to doing the rock chick look and get it right.

How To Get The Rock Chick Look

How To: Apply Three Shades Of Eyeshadow

2008-02-28T16:31:00.000+08:00

How to apply three shades of eye shadow: use this method of applying three shades of eye shadow for natural looking eyes. Once you have mastered applying three shades of eye shadow, you can then apply it to any colour you like.

How To Apply Three Shades Of Eyeshadow

How to: Make a simple ponytail modern

2008-02-28T16:26:00.000+08:00

Johnny Lavoy adds a new twist on the ponytail to make the everyday do modern and exciting.

How to: Style Rock Star Hair

2008-02-28T16:21:00.000+08:00

Ford Artists' Johnny Lavoy shows how to make a rock star hairstyle.

How to: Create an evening look in minutes

2008-02-28T16:04:00.000+08:00

Ford Models hairstylist Johnny Lavoy shows how to create an updo in minutes.