I go to local thrift stores (primarily non-profit) and usually bring home a large quantity of department store and designer clothing and shoes by spending only $30-$45 and a few hours looking for fashion items to be worn with my existing wardrobe.


The goal is to is to inform women of the fashion affordability of shopping at thrift stores, the benefit of donating, and how these organizations help disadvantaged, recovering and abused men, women and children.

Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Wowed by "The Wow Factor"

This weekend I went to the library and checked out a book by celebrity fashion stylist and QVC's Isaac Mizrahi Live! program fill-in Jacqui Stafford called The Wow Factor - Insider Style Secrets for Every Body and Every Budget.

I loved reading this book! So much so, that it took me a 1/2 day to read the entire thing. It's not like it's a big book - it just held my interest, because it tells you how to look your best at any size, and achieve the look of a high-end shopper on a pauper's budget.

The Wow Factor talks about defining your body shape, the cut and fabric types of clothes that are flattering to that body shape, as well as insider secrets to what goes on behind the scenes of fashion and make-up photo shoots that we see in magazines. This book gives specifics about the best leg cut and shade of jeans, swim suits, and floral prints for your shape, as well a guide to key classic pieces every woman should have in their closet per age group (20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s+).  It even gives hair, make-up and skin tips for those who want a natural, effortless look like your favorite celebrity fashionistas (without giving names - just how it's accomplished).

I also advise to check out her website jacquistafford.com and catch her on the Today Show and on QVC selling the Isaac Mizrahi clothing line.

A fashionista's must-read!


 

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