To stand on those inhumane stilettos for longer than 30 seconds, you’ll need to activate the small muscles of your feet as a warm-up before you dress. Try this move, Stand with your bare feet on the floor, gripping the ground with your toes. Bend your knees slightly, then pivot your heels to the left, then to the right. Repeat several times, increasing range of motion as you go. Your next move? Slip on those sexy sandals and fly!
Everything old is new again - as long as it’s a retro look that’s all
swinging ’60s and rockin’ ’70s, or recreate a sexy ’50s style. Just make sure it’s original!
How to get it on
• Pick up a cute little retro bag to add to your look and make it your trademark.
• Infuse a little Saturday Night Fever into your wardrobe with a halter-neck dress.
• Wearing retro is not about clothes that scream St Vinnies. It’s just about throwing on a 70s print scarf or a pair of wire-framed sunnies to achieve a look that’s as
individual as a thumb print.
• You know that saying, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure”?
It’s true! One person’s old, worn-out fringed cowboy boots could be your sure-fire style accessory!
• Get one accessory, like your gran’s old link necklace, and wear it as an anklet for a look that’s truly you.
RULE 1 Take someone you trust shopping. Clearly, you’d prefer no witnesses at all, but you need an honest opinion from someone when wriggling into that Lycra. Don’t rely on the sales assistants for an unbiased appraisal.
RULL 2 If you’ve only allocated an hour for the hunt and don’t find anything suitable within this time, you’ll probably settle for something you’ll regret. Make sure you set aside at least a couple of hours for swimsuit shopping.
RULE 3 Different brands, different fits. Just because you’re a size 12 in that pink one doesn’t mean you won’t be size 14 in the blue. Forget the pride of buying a smaller size and err on the side of figure flattering, even if it means overcoming the psychological dilemma of a larger label!
RULE 4 Check swimsuit labels for fabric type. Lycra offers a firmer fit, while polyester and nylon are a little looser and sometimes more comfortable for people carrying extra weight.
RULE 5 Health regulations stipulate that underwear must be worn while trying on swimsuits. So, never wear your biggest, bulkiest pair of knickers. A flesh-coloured G-string is the best choice, as it won’t interfere with the line of the swimsuit. The next-best option is a high-cut pair of knickers in a natural tone. Black or floral knickers will only distract from the swimsuit.
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