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Choosing a Bolero Jacket for Plus Size Women

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  A bolero jacket is worn over another dress or outfit but tied at the front and stopping at the waist. Bolero jackets have been around for ages and follow the design of the jackets worn by Spanish matadors during bullfights. Since then, bolero jackets have been the trendiest clothing for women around the world. A bolero jacket is an all-weather outfit. The lace ones are ideal for summer while the heavier brocade or velvet ones help keep out the winter chill. Further, a bolero jacket with flowery patterns can be worn for informal outings with friends while the classier and more expensive ones are ideal for formal evening wear for parties or a dinner date. However, a plus size bolero jacket   is a blessing in disguise for heavier women. Generally, it is seen that fat accumulates in plumper women around the upper arms and the mid-riff. With a half or full-sleeved bolero, the upper arms are covered and you can wear your sleeveless dresses in summer and step out in style. Addi...

Benefits of a Bolero Jacket – Choosing a Plus-Size One

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  A bolero jacket is worn over another dress or outfit, closed at the front and stops at the waist – similar to ones that are worn by matadors in bullfights. Today, bolero jackets are fashion symbols regardless of whether you are wearing one for an outing with friends and family or a formal evening dining out experience. The higher-end bolero jackets with embellishments all over do not come cheap and may set you back by a few hundred dollars. There is also an advantage for a heavier woman buying a plus size bolero jacket. Generally, for such women, the fat accumulates mainly on the upper arms and around the mid-riff. With a bolero jacket, these two critical areas remain covered while she can step out in style. However, there are certain factors to be considered before buying a plus size bolero jacket. First on the list is the fabric of the bolero. Stiff cloth like brocade or velvet will not fall loosely over the frame and might accentuate the bulge around the mid-riff. Furthe...

What You Should Know Before Buying a Bolero Jacket

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  A bolero jacket should be an indispensable part of any woman’s wardrobe given its flexibility and versatility. Apart from being functional pieces in summer, you can wear one to keep out the winter chill without compromising on the fashion quotient. A women’s bolero jacket   is dressier than shrugs and is ideal for casual trips with friends and family as well as formal evenings out. This is because the jackets are available in a range of styles and designs, from the simple bare-boned ones to the more complex and audacious. While a casual women’s bolero jacket   is available in solid colors and made of soft knit suitable for wearing with any outfit, the designer ones are classic and chic in design and exclusivity. Designers give the full couture treatment to high-end boleros with elaborate colors and embellishments like feathers, fur, tassels, metal studs, and things similar. There is no limit to the options available for a women’s bolero jacket   and the pricey...

Bolero Jacket for Women – A Guide

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  Bolero jackets have been a rage among women since the turn of the last century. Tailored on the lines of what matadors used to wear at bullfights, this outfit is close-cropped, open but tied in the front, and stops at the waist. Around the 1990s, the jackets faded from the fashion scene till they were revived in the early 2000s by Yves St. Laurent. Since then, there has been no looking back and women’s bolero jacket has been an integral part of any fashion scene. The main advantage here is that it is an all-season and all-event outfit. Consider the possibilities. You can buy simple women’s bolero jacket for casual outings or fun times with friends. Or you can get the more elaborate ones for an evening date. Such jackets have fine embroidery and embellishments of beads or crystal and can set you back by few hundred dollars. For summer, you can wear a jacket made of silk or other light materials and still look gorgeous. For the chilly winter evenings, heavier jackets of w...

Selecting a Dress for your Son’s Wedding

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  While it is your son’ great day, you too have a lot on your hands. While preparing the guest list, sending out the invites, deciding the venue and the food are all undoubtedly very important, choosing what to wear on the wedding day should be on top of the list. Start the exercise at least a couple of months in advance. If you select from mother of the groom dresses at a bridal salon you will still need time for fittings and changes. However, you need more time once you decide to have a tailor-made dress. You have to go to the shop a couple of times for alterations to ensure the right fit. All this take time and hence, start the process early. Traditionally, the mother of the bride selects her dress first and informs the mother of the groom after which you can set in motion the selection of your dress. Hence, keep in touch with your counterpart to quicken the process. Ask your son about any color cue or theme fixed by him and the bride as you have to follow it. Mother of the...

Tips for Buying Kids Dresses Online

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  With a growing kid or kids around, there is hardly any time to go shopping for dresses. It is therefore natural that you would want to order online and save a lot of time. However, several factors have to be kept in mind while selecting dresses for your kids. This guide will take you through the many pitfalls to avoid, regardless of whether you are buying casual home wear or the more formal kids party dresses . Buy what you need. Parents generally resort to compulsive buying when ordering for their kids. Check the wardrobe before hitting the checkout button. A couple of kids party dresses might catch your fancy online and you might want to splurge on them but what they might really need is daily wear. This point is critical. Check the size chart on the site as it will help you find the right measurement for your child. Always buy a size bigger than what you need as your kids can wear them for more number of years. Remember, that kids party dresses or regular wear will nee...

Protocol for Mother of the Bride Dresses

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  One of the most important days in the life of any woman is her wedding day. Lots need to be done – the planning, fixing the venue, preparing the guest list, and more. But no less critical is it for the mothers of the bride who too have to start preparing months in advance, especially what she should wear for the great day. Simple as it may sound, there are few protocols to follow before choosing from a range of formal mother of the bride dresses . The first is the type of dress to wear. In the past, most mothers of the bride chose to wear age-appropriate and matronly dresses. Not anymore. To follow the latest trends is in now and the only important is the comfort levels. The most common and traditional formal mother of the bride dresses are gowns that reach the ankle. But when selecting one, make sure that the material is soft and easy on the skin. You might have to wear the gown throughout the day and being comfortable should be your priority.   The next aspect is ...