Best Scarves of the Season

It is now fall and of course, with the fall season the colors are blacks, grays, browns, reds, oranges, etc.  And what better way to stand out in the crowd then to have that fabulous outfit and beautiful scarf and feel warm wearing it.

1. The Infinity Scarf--You know that scarf that looks like 1 big "O" but folded in half.  Infinity scarves are very popular because they come already ready to go sort of speak.  There are no worries about how to tie it, just put it over your head and you are out the door.  

2.  The Leopard Print Scarf--Of course the classic leopard print will always be in with every season.  Leopard goes great with solid colors and it goes great with loud colors too.  

3.  The Floral Scarf--for those who wear all black or brown; this scarf is great to add that pop of color you need so you will not look so blah.

4.  The Stud Scarf--These scarves would look great with an evening out with that formal dress on when it's a little bit cold or chilly outside.  

5.  The Daisy Scarf--These scarves show your feminine side.  They would look great with your favorite cardigan and jeans.

6.  The Abstract Scarf--These scarves look great with solid colored clothes underneath them.  These scarves are good for adding that pop of color to a dull outfit as well.

7.  The Chevron Scarf--Like the abstract scarf, these scarves should be worn with plain/solid colors underneath.  These scarves tend to be more busy, and they have their own attention getter look.  

8.  Men's Scarf--Of course I saved the best for last and that is the men's scarf!  Men scarves look sexy and striking!  I feel like a man with a nice suit or sweater like the one shown above looks very attractive and stylish.

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10 Must Have Colors This Fall

You know each year, some colors change with the season.  If you want the inside scoop of what colors to wear this fall, take a look at these samples, so the next time you go shopping, I got you covered!


1.  Sangria 

2.   Aurora Red 

3.  Radiant Orchid  

4.  Mauve Mist 

5.  Cypress   

6.  Bright Cobalt 

7.  Royal Blue  

8.  Aluminum 

9. Cognac 

10.  Misted Yellow   

What's Growing in your Makeup

We are known for saving our beauty products for so long because it's our favorite product or maybe they discontinued it.  Or maybe we're just to lazy to buy another product.  Or we only wear this for special times like going on a date or for a wedding or something.

Rule of thumb--Most solid products last longer than liquid products.  What I mean by that is your eyebrow pencil over your liquid eyeliner will last longer giving you more time between replacements.

To give you a sense of what to keep and what to toss, I have created a small list of the main beauty products the everyday woman has in their collection.

Another rule of thumb--Bathrooms hold heat and moisture which in turn can get in your makeup causing unwanted bacteria.

Here is the List:

1. Mascara.  Most mascaras will not have an expiration date.  So when you purchase one use a marker and write the date on the tube and place tape on it so it will not disappear.  After about 3 months, mascara tends to dry out and become clumpy.  Even if it doesn't 3 months is long enough.  You do not want an eye infection.
2. Liquid Eye Liner.  Two months.  Solid eyeliners last longer (about a year).
3. Nail Polish.  Most nail polishes will keep color for a year before drying or fading starts to occur.
4. Eyeshadow.  This is one product women will keep for 100 years if they could.  However, I know I will break some hearts but 1 year is long enough.  The reason I say this is because the eye area is so sensitive and with the weather more humid and allergies like never before, we tend to rub our eyes a lot.  If you have creamy eyeshadows, toss after 9 months. 
5. Powder, Foundation, or Blush.  2 years.  Keep an eye out for texture and cacky feeling.  Liquid Foundation (6 months).
6. Lipstick.  12-18 months.  Pay attention to color and texture as well.  After they are not as creamy or the color changes it's time to toss.
7. Sunscreen.  Usually has an expiration date.  Some dermatologist suggest you can use up to a year or 2 after the expiration date.  The date reflects the length of time the manufacturer tested the product but actually for weeks, months, or even years after the expiration date, you can still use that sunscreen and it will work just as good as when you first purchased.  
8. Face Cream.  Creams with a pump limit the amount of bacteria.  You can keep face creams up to a year.  If it is a pump, 6 months is fine.  The same time applies to serums as well.  

Forming An Outfit

• Keep it Simple

Use a limited number of clothing and accessory pieces.  For example, don't wear a scarf, bangles, big earrings and a hat.  Try to limit yourself to 2 noticeable/accent pieces.

• Choose an outfit appropriate for the occasion.  

Overdressing can show you put way to much time, thought and effort into how you're dressed.  Don't wear a fancy dress for grocery shopping, and don't wear a long gown, when a simple cocktail dress will do.

• Emphasize the accessories.

Since your clothes should be muted, (neutral colors), your accessories should be your accent pieces.  This will draw attention and will make you look swagalicious and extra cool.  For example, floppy hat, fashion scarf, brown jacket, blue tee, white skinny jeans, brown boots.  Another example, black dress, red earrings, red bracelet.  make sure you keep the color palette across the whole outfit.  Accent accessories should be the same or compliment each other.

• The hair.

This is always something that bothers me.  When a woman or man is dressed very nice but their hair is hideous.  You want your hair to be stylish too.  If you can not do your hair a simple pony tail or shirley temple curl style will do.  Those are classic looks that will never get old.  OAN:  A simple classic hairstyle does not involve gel or hairspray.

• Use minimal makeup.

Keep the colors natural.  You should apply makeup so that it is as close to looking like you don't have makeup on at all.  Still emphasize your best features and hide flaws but don't get carried away.

• Keep lines and texture to a minimum.  It is ok to have one pattern but keep it to just 

• Avoid bulk. 

Keep layers to a minimum and avoid chunky items or items that add bulk.  Oversized sweaters for example have a tendency to go in and out of style so be cautious.

How to Calculate Your BMI...

Let's face it, more than 60% adults in the US are either overweight or obese.  Being overweight and obesity can cause other major health issues such as heart disease, strokes, diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, various types of cancer, and even varicose veins!

So today, I wanted to take a break from fashion and focus on health.  You can't feel beautiful on the outside and forget about the inside.  I am going to show you how to calculate your BMI which means Body Mass Index.  This is just a quick and simply way to see if your weight is under, normal, or over the average weight scale.

1. Measure your height first.  For example if you are 6'2 that equals 74".
2. Weigh yourself.
3. Multiply your weight by 703.
4. Take that number and divide by the number of inches in #1.
5. Divide that number again by the height in inches.  
6. This is your BMI.

If your BMI is:

Less than 18.5-you are underweight

Between 18.5-24.9-this is considered normal

Between 25-29.9-you are overweight

Between 30-39.9-you are obese 

Over 40-you are dangerously obese

Let's take our health seriously by eating the proper foods, getting the proper rest and going to get the proper attention we need to our bodies because we only have one life!  Thanks for reading!  For more articles like these and much more, hit the SUBSCRIBE button and visit my website at http://www.pkfashions.net

"11 Ways to Avoid Wrinkles"

1. Wear sunscreen.  Use sunscreen with at least a SPF15.  Apply 30 minutes before sun exposure.  It also protects your skin from harmful zinc and titanium oxide as well.
2. Look for anti-aging creams/products.  You want to look for the ones that thicken the skin and reduce wrinkles.
3. Avoid sun exposure.  Wear light colors, wear a hat when outdoors, and avoid tanning booths.
4. Avoid pollutants.  Smoke and gasoline fumes are just a few pollutants that cause wrinkles.
5. Avoid smoking and second hand smoking.
6. Sleep on your back.  Sleeping on your hands or pillow with your face pressed against it can turn those lines to wrinkles.  Also use a satin pillow.  Not only are satin pillows great for the skin but for the hair too.
7. Use a good moisturizer.  It softens the skin.
8. Avoid stress.
9. Smile not frown.  
10. Exercise regularly.
11. Eat the proper foods avoiding processed foods and sugars.  They contain chemicals that will cause your skin to age prematurely.  Eat at least 8-10 servings of fruit daily and drink plenty of water.   

Creating the Perfect Wardrobe

1. Wear clothes that flatter YOUR shape.  Notice that I capitalized YOUR.  Sometimes it takes someone's unbiased opinion to help you choose what fits your body.  If you are unsure, a friend's advice can help you achieve your goal of looking great.  Also, trying on different styles of clothing and taking pictures is a big plus!  Pinning different outfits with you showing various styles and outfits on Instagram and Pinterest and asking others which looks better A or B is definitely a new way of getting a friends input that may not be with you.  And if you just love to take pictures like me it's a way to meet new people and see what they are thinking about different styles.  I am totally a SOCIAL MEDIA addict!  Another way to know for certain if an outfit looks good on you is....wait for it.... to simply look in the mirror.  I know you are look I didn't think of that lol!  But to be honest looking in the mirror before you purchase something or leave the house is a MUST.  OAN...I am talking about a Full Length Mirror.  Have you ever asked yourself, "I wonder did they look in the mirror before they left the house looking like that?"  You don't want the next person to ask that about you..Do you?  I'm sure you don't.  
2. Stick to classic cuts.  Most of the time classic looks are based from effortless style.  What I mean by that is those classics can get you that job you have been wanting, that man you have had your eyes on, that position you've always wanted, etc.  Dressing in the latest trends just means you follow the latest fashion news and you probably spent a lot of time on that outfit.  Don't get it twisted...nothing is wrong with that but classic looks will last for years.  The latest trend may be hot this fall and so yesterday next fall.  An example for women, ruffle blouses, have been the trend for some time now but they were non existent for awhile.  Compared to the white classic button down shirt.  For men, an example of a hot trend now would be the skinny jeans.  Who knows how long this fad would last.  Loose fitting jeans will always be classics for men.  I really could go on and on.
3.  Choose neutral colors and bold accents.  Muted colors include tan, black, white, denim/navy blue, and gray.  Accent colors include most shades of red, many shades of blue, plum/eggplant purple, golden yellow, and emerald green.  Be weary of greens and yellows.  As far as oranges, you may want to avoid because they are sure to be out of fashion.
4. Avoid busy prints, textures, and tiny prints.  Busy prints and textures such as fuzzy, fluffy, feathered fabrics can quickly make an outfit look outdated and unstylish because they tend to be more of a fashion for one season or two and the next season will be another pattern.  Look effortlessly stylish for decades not months!
5. Buy strategically.  You can make inexpensive clothes look expensive, but sometimes investing in actual expensive clothing is not a bad idea.  Classic pieces such as the cashmere sweater, wool, or leather coat, can take your wardrobe up a notch.  Having a limited number of nicer items is sometimes more preferable than to have a large number of cheap looking items.  
6. Create an interchangeable collection.  You  want to create a wardrobe where all the pieces match each other.  This will let you get dressed based on comfort, style preference, or weather conditions, instead of being limited by color or style combinations.  
7. Take care of your clothes.  No stains, holes, loose threads, wrinkles, etc.  Keep your clothes clean and folded.  Store them correctly and do basic maintenance such as adding a button that may have popped.  
8. Get your items tailored.  Most famous people and models look stylish because their clothes fit them so perfectly.  It's like that dress or outfit was made especially for them.  Most likely it did not come from the store like that.  They have a tailor right there to fix any imperfections.  I suggest you look for an inexpensive tailor shop in your area.  Some department starts offer their services as well, one of them being Burlington's Coat Factory in my area.  

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Jumpers....Transition from Summer to Fall!

Hello Fashionistas!

Yesterday I went to the mall to take advantage of this tax free weekend.   I didn't really get much.  Come to think of it, I actually haven't gone to the mall in a while.  I am more of an online shopper.  However,  I did visit stores like New York & Company,  Dillards, Rainbow, Payless and Macy's.  I was a little impressed with some things I saw like this color blocking jumper I saw in Rainbow.  Although the summers down here in the south lasts a little longer than up north, the jumper is a great piece that will transition you from Summer to Winter.  You can wear it bare in the summer and layer it with a light jacket for the fall season.  I always liked those pieces I can wear in more than one season; makes me feel like I am getting my money's worth.   You can pair the jumper with either sandals in the summer or your favorite heels on the winter.  

I hope this article helps you for the next time you go shopping!

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(5) SHOES EVERY WOMAN SHOULD OWN

Shoes can make or break any outfit.  To avoid the embarrassment and uncertainty, here are 5 classic pairs that can get you though any occasion and are a must have for your wardrobe.  

1.  Black Ankle Boots.  Ankle boots are multi purpose shoes.  The long boots can not be worn with everything.  You can check out my video on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfP3h-_Iuls&list=TL71D3lSVTrqhi55Rf1PtvbdCvcadu28ux.  These ankle boots can be worn with dresses, that awesome form fitting pant suit for the courtroom or for the boardroom.  Even that great pair of jeans.  
   
2. Coloured Ballet Flats.  Black ballets will always be a classic go to shoe, however if your whole wardrobe will look like you attend funerals for a living, full of black...coloured ballet flats add that pop of color you need in your shoe game and wardrobe.  This season is full of berry hues, oranges, silver, and metallic gold. 
   
3. Cork Wedges.  Comfortable, classic, and classy are the words I have to describe wedges.  Not every female can walk in 6" stilettos all day.  Wedges give you the stability you need as well as the comfort needed for daily wear.  
   
4. Black Heels.  This is the staple shoe.  The ultimate classic shoe.  A match for more outfits than we can ever imagine.  So if you spend a little more on these, it is OK to splurge a little.  It is a worthy investment that can last for years.  With these heels, you want to pick the heel that you are comfortable with.  If a 3" heel is perfect for you then so be it.  Grab you a pair!  Also when looking to invest in your black heels, if you prefer thicker heels, go for the more thicker heel.  Other things you should look for are pointed or round toe, a thicker sole, etc.  Make sure if you are making this your investment shoe that it has all qualities that you want in a shoe.  If it doesn't...DO NOT PURCHASE THEM!  
   
5. Nude Pumps.  Nude pumps give the illusion of longer legs.  Perfect for many occasions.  They also look great with jeans, dresses, suits and more.  

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End of Season Clothing...You Can Wear Now and in the Spring

Hi everyone!  It's me the PkFashionsista!!  It's the beginning of the year and I hope everyone's New Year is beginning with a bang!  Many of you are experiencing cold weather, even here in Louisiana we are experiencing cold weather.  We have only had maybe 3 freezing days but other than that, the weather here has been perfect.  I wanted to give you some tips on what to wear when transitioning from now to Spring.

Now I am a Fashion Stylist, and you may think that every season I shop looking for new stuff for myself and my clients but ummm no that is not true.  I believe that when you do your fall shopping it should transition to spring as well.  For example, cashmere sweaters.  During this time of the year you can wear your undies like your tank tops underneath, then in the Spring you probably will not have too.  It kind of depends on the weather in your area.  Faux leather is really hot this season and will continue in the Spring.  Since I am in the south, I have 1 winter coat and 1 leather coat.  That is pretty much all I need.  I have about 10-15 different color thin sweaters so that I can always layer it on those colder days.

Let me know how you transition from Winter to Spring in your area by commenting below.