Wrapped Up

On a recent photo shoot I played around with a scarf and end up wrapping it around the model's head almost in an African way. It turned out beautifully. There was something about showcasing pretty fabric close the face instead of having  hair be the main attraction.

If you have a pretty silk scarf, something with a unique pattern or even plain white, try wrapping it around your head this summer. Give your hair a break, and change it up. Check out some of the different ways you can show your silk off!

Getting Social

I'm getting more social! This may seem completely impossible since I'm more like a social hummingbird rather than a butterfly - wings flapping at 100MPH...So, I guess I should rephrase this...AVE Styles is getting more social!

I finally got around to setting up my Pinterest.com account. It has been on my task list for about three months. No joke! Not sure why I procrastinated about something this fun, but nonetheless you can now get instantaneous updates on the styles I personally love, style trends, menswear favorites and home decor obsessions.

I've also created a Facebook business page where you can explore all of my photo shoots and get instantaneous updates. I still update through Twitter too, but have found that a good chunk of you guys still don't like it as much as Facebook.

I would love for you to become fans/followers/social butterflies with me, and "like/fan/follow" AVE Styles. Also, please share any tips on other places I should get involved in. I've considered lookbook.nu, but haven't made the jump. Anything else?

 

 

The Pants Dance

I did the pants dance the other day. You know, the one where you shimmy your pants on, squat down to stretch out your waste band, lie on your bed and pull your legs to your chest to make sure you can actually walk in your tight, skinny jeans. Yep, I did it. It's just once of those tighter seasons - haven't exercised in awhile, eating too many snacks, drinking too many lattes...Just enough slacking so that my pants are tighter than normal. Every person goes through this. I'm sure our dances all look different, but mine usually have a shimmy and squat built into every one. So, what do you do when your pants feel uncomfortable, you feel down about your body and you seriously are stuck as to what to wear?...For me, I wear dresses.

A-line dresses usually come in at the smallest part of your waste and give your bottom half some room. Dresses also make me feel very feminine and pretty. Maxi dresses can be another option for some. I can't wear then because I have a larger bust, and they tend to make me look preggo. But foor those that don't have my body type, I would definitely recommend them.

Skirts are a runner up in this department. Often times the trouble with skirts is what to wear on top, and if your stomach is the problem they can quickly accent it. However, if you're a fan wearing skirts a long, bohemian one or an a-line one can help shield your thighs and butt.

Of course, the true solution is to do something about it, but you have to wear something in the meantime, right? So, wear something that's going to make you feel feminine and give you a chance to wear your new wedges.

 

TukeeAZ April Article - Color

I had another opportunity to contribute to TukeeAZ, and chose to talk about color. Maybe white pants are the biggest fashion risk for you right now, but this article explains why color is important this season and how you can start embracing it.

You can view the online version of the magazine and read the article by clicking here.

If you live in Ahwatukee, AZ, you can pick up the April issue at the local AJ's Fine Foods, Hillside Spot or on your front porch.