THE SHAPE OF SHIRTS TO COME

  Shirts nowadays are not the boring, old piece of garment that they used to be once upon a time. There are many different styles available, and there is something for everyone.

Any discussion about shirts is rather deficient if it does not begin with the Holy Grail, the white shirt. For ages, it has been the most important and influential part of a stylish woman’s closet.

What makes it phenomenal is the versatility. You wear it to the office in the morning with tailored black pants and pearl or solitaire studs and nude lipstick, and then in the evening your friends make plans for dinner at the swanky new eatery. With no time to change between commute from office to the restaurant, you, ever the smart, savvy fashionista, switch the pearl studs for a pair of dressy rhinestone danglers, change your lip colour to a juicy shade of berry and voila! You are ready for a night out in town!

There are a few aspects to choosing the right white shirt. Firstly, the fabric is of utmost importance. Cotton and linen are eternal favourites due to their softness and breathability, but tend to crease more. Many newer fabrics offer comfort as well as a wrinkle-free effect so choose whichever you prefer.

Next up is the fit. Trying a shirt on before purchasing is the best thing to do as different people prefer different types of fits. Shirts that are fitted at the bust and slightly tapered around the waist are in vogue. Another thing to watch out for is interesting details. Ruffles, pleats, balloon or puff sleeves are all very trendy, so are mother of pearl and shell buttons.

Pick one that speaks to you! One aspect that must be kept in mind when shopping for white shirts is the transparency factor. Always be mindful of wearing flesh-toned lingerie as any other colour, even white will show, particularly in photographs!

In terms of coloured shirts, the options are endless. From sweet pastels to appealing solids, one is truly spoilt for choice. Light shades such as baby pink, powder blue, mint green and lilac look fresh, feel comfortable and are perfect for everyday wear. You could wear them with jeans, khakis, and skirts. Short ones look very chic when worn with palazzos and culottes.

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Another interesting option is the printed shirt. From stripes to dots to floral, one truly has a million options! Polka dots are cute and stylish, but it is the floral print that is all the rage everywhere now. From oversized flowers to small, dainty ones, floral shirts have reigned supreme for the past few seasons. These shirts are perfect for daytime.

For an interesting twist, look for flowing fabrics such as georgette, chiffon, crepe and silk. These materials are ideal for the night.

Keep an eye out for interesting details such as Peter Pan collars, exaggerated or pleated sleeves, embellished collars and cuffs. Bias-cuts or asymmetrical hemlines are also very hot right now. Shirts with low fronts and long backs are fun and look great when worn with leggings.

Kurti-style shirts are a fusion offering that blends the ease and grace of a traditional kurti and structure and shape of a shirt. These can be on both solid coloured fabrics as well as printed ones, and look great with tights and palazzos.

Highly comfortable, kurti-style shirts are perfect for the movies and window shopping! Another option is the chambray shirt that used to be big in the 90s. This style has been embellished with studs, crystals and floral embroidery which look edgy and cool when worn with distressed denims.

A great option for casual wear, look for chambray shirts that are soft and fit well. New places like Noir, Sciccosso and a few boutiques around town have the above mentioned styles on offer.

Lastly, another kind of shirt that deserves a mention is the plaid shirt. A childhood favourite, almost every girl that I know owns at least one plaid shirt. The ease of wearing it, the softness of the material and how casually chic it looks when worn with a pair of jeans are only the few things that make plaid shirts amazing.

When shopping for one, keep the fit in mind as baggy styles are a big no no! Soft materials are comfortable, but do not pick flannel that is commonly available everywhere. They are woolly and will make you break into a sweat!
Real plaid is a little hard to find so keep an eye out. When you find the perfect one, roll up the sleeves, tuck the hem into jeans  and strut your stuff!                  

Photo: Sazzad Ibne Sayed
Model: Hridi, Noureen
Make-up: Farzana Shakil
Styling: Tabassum Anila Hridi
Wardrobe and location: Noir, House 72, Block D, Road 11, Banani

 

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Tips to buy the perfect lingerie

Its not just the size that matters when you are out choosing the perfect lingerie, but, the body type, the outfits you plan to pair them them with, the colour and pattern etc are some of the other factors that can help you pick the right one.

With the plethora of designs, fits, shapes, colours, prints and patterns available in the markets both retain shops and online, it can be quite confusing when it comes to buying the right one for your self. Here are some tips that can help…

SIZE YOURSELF UP

Every few months we lose or gain a few inches and our body changes. The fits of our clothes too change and hence it is important to measure yourself and find the perfect fit the band size as well as the cup size.

BRANDS DIFFER IN FITS AND STYLES

Every lingerie brand has a different fit and feel to it.

There are some shapes and styles in some brands that can change your look com MEASURE THE RIGHT WAY Using a measuring tape find out your band size -run the tape right under your breast, ribcage and back. Add five inches to it to get your chest size. Repeat this a few times till you get the same number. pletely. So, you need to try out before you purchase anything.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT T-SHIRT BRA

One of the most important things to keep in mind is that it should be seamless and the lines should not show through. A sturdy , supportive bra is ideal, under your tshirt.

STRAP IT RIGHT

When you are wearing a halter neck top or blouse opt for a bra that has removable, adjustable straps. You can criss-cross the straps so that the shoulder is left bare and your halter top looks prefect.Off-shoulder and one-shoulder dresses can also be worn with these bras where you adjust the straps to suit the outfit. Transparent straps are passe, avoid them, rather, opt for straps that are colourful and attractive, which won’t look unseemly even if they peek out. PSST…

When buying online follow the reference measuring guidelines that the sites give to get the perfect fit.

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