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Graduation Dress

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Posted by leyn on February 3, 2010 – 10:00 am
Filed under shoes, women's clothing

hi leyn :P
wenk feeling close. haha.
i really like your posts, lalo na yung mga jologs pictures. thankfully sa friendster pose lang ako guilty. wahaha :D anyway, im graduating from college sa march, and i was wondering if you could help me pick the right dress and shoes and give me an idea on the right hair and makeup. im 5′4, 108 lbs. long hair, fair skin, chinita. 7am-12nn yung grad namin, so malamang sa oo e ako na lang mag me-make up sa sarili ko. :O ayun. thank you in advance :)

Hey there,

Don’t worry because most people who visit my site are up to the jologs ideas because everyone can relate, including me of course. I remember during my graduation, we were making fun of some girls who wore dresses longer than their toga. (Yes, I’m one of the mean girls back then. Lol.) Anyhow, because you’re graduating from college then I guess you’ll be in a black graduation gown. Let’s start from there.

You may think that it doesn’t matter whether you wear a spaghetti, tube, off-shoulder or with sleeves dress because you’ll be in a toga. But to avoid fixing your graduation attire all the time, pick a sleeveless or spaghetti strap type. A simple and straight cocktail dress is enough.

For shoes, wear the classic black pumps but not the common school shoes. It’s fine for you to wear sandals but it depends on your taste. I just find closed shoes apt for this occasion because it looks more sophisticated.

On your graduation day, everyone will look alike because of the standard toga. That’s why your look rely upon on your hair and make-up. Common sense na your hairstyle should be minimal because of the cap. So if you’re not hiring someone to do your styling, it’s either you do the soft curls or low-back up do hairstyle.

For make-up, quit the red lipstick and smoky eyes then stick with the natural shades. It won’t be hard for you to choose the right colors because you have fair skin. Concentrate on your lashes and practice putting on eyeliner and mascara for your chinky eyes. Contour your cheeks to add shadows and avoid a flat-looking make-up. Also bring a handy peach lip gloss for retouches. Here are some inspirations:

Lastly, don’t forget to wear elegant earrings. A pair of pearls or gold with gems can change your boyish aura to a classy chick.

Enjoy your graduation and congratulations!

Love Lots,

Leyn

hi leyn :P
wenk feeling close. haha.
i really like your posts, lalo na yung mga jologs pictures. thankfully sa friendster pose lang

ako guilty. wahaha :D anyway, im graduating from college sa march, and i was wondering if

you could help me pick the right dress and shoes and give me an idea on the right hair and

makeup. im 5′4, 108 lbs. long hair, fair skin, chinita. 7am-12nn yung grad namin, so

malamang sa oo e ako na lang mag me-make up sa sarili ko. :O ayun. thank you in advance

:)

p.s. one of the boys pala ko. hahaha. hindi tibo no, boyish lang. dahil lalaki parin ang type ko.

:P

Hey there,

Don’t worry because most people who visit my site are up to the jologs ideas because

everyone can relate, including me. Hehe. Anyhow, I remember during my graduation, we

were making fun of some girls who wore dresses longer than their toga. (Yes, I’m one of the

mean girls back then. Lol.) And because you’re graduating from college then I guess you’ll be

in a black graduation gown. Let’s start from there.

You may think that it doesn’t matter whether you wear a spaghetti, tube, off-shoulder or with

sleeves dress because you’ll be in a toga. But to avoid fixing your graduation attire

constantly, pick a sleeveless or spaghetti strap type. A simple and straight cocktail dress is

enough.

For shoes, wear the classic black pumps but not the common school shoes. It’s fine for you to

wear sandals but it depends on your taste. I just find closed shoes apt for this occasion

because it looks more sophisticated.

On your graduation day, everyone will look alike because of the standard toga. That’s why

your look rely upon on your hair and make-up. Common sense na your hairstyle should be

minimal because of the cap. So if you’re not hiring someone to do your styling, it’s either you

do the soft curls or low-back up do hairstyle.

For make-up, quit the red lipstick and smoky eyes then stick with the natural shades. It won’t

be hard for you to choose the right colors because you have fair skin. Concentrate on your

lashes and practice putting on eyeliner and mascara for your chinky eyes. Contour your

cheeks to add shadows and avoid a flat-looking make-up. Also bring a handy peach lip gloss

for retouches. Here are some inspirations:

Lastly, don’t forget to wear elegant earrings. A pair of pearls or gold with gems can change

your boyish aura to a classy chick.

Enjoy your graduation and congratulations!

Love Lots,

Leyn

Prom Fashion for Petite Girls

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Posted by leyn on January 24, 2010 – 7:00 am
Filed under shoes, teens

first time ko lang magsulat dito, and i’m really hoping for your help para sa js prom namin. i’m very short, almost 4′8” lang height ko, medyo chubby din ako pero ok lang naman. i have my curves and di din ako flat chested. i can’t decide about the style, those dresses i found in the net are all appropriate for model-like girls. what type of dress can help me look taller, and how many inches of heels should i wear? i also want  to show off some skin, i don’t want to look so conservative. thanks in advance, more power. :)

-xoxo, F

Dear F,

I get that your main issue is your height but good thing that you’re willing to wear any style for that night. I’m going to make this short for you. Take in mind some helpful hints about fashion for fuller bodies when buying the dress:

  • Mini length skirts/dresses can highlight the shortness of your legs so pick the 1-inch-above-knee or knee-length style when you plan to wear a short dress.
  • Wearing high heels is the most convenient way to make you look taller. I just have to warn you that heels may feel uncomfortable after a couple hours so buy cushioned shoes to avoid swelling feet. Some girls can stand wearing 5-inches heels, which is better, but you can wear at least 3″.
  • Avoid fabrics that are prone to creases and folds particularly on your bust and abdomen part.

Dress
You have to accept that 4′8″ height is really short and even though you’ll be particular with the gown’s length, that’s not enough to make yourself seem lofty. So I recommend that you simply have to think of a fashion that’d make you look catchy and classy instead of pressuring yourself to appear elongated. Why not try balloon gowns like the ones I’ve mentioned on a previous post.

Since you’re cosy wearing any sort of dress, a tube dress would be fine especially if the skirt is flowing, ruffled or layered. Wear a girdle inside your gown and flaunt your curves and bust line. It’s acceptable if you wear a long gown but I think a short cocktail dress is better to expose your legs and high heels shoes.

Shoes
Instead of trying hard to be tall, just concentrate on selecting a fashionable pair. Wearing 5″ shoes is okay but you might not enjoy the night if you’re not used with wearing super high heels. Avoid ankle shoes because it gives a division between your legs and feet. Pick flashy colored mules like red or cobalt. Below are sample of stunning heels though they measure 5”.

Don’t get intimidated by the gowns worn by models on the internet because they may possibly look good on you when you fit the pieces in actual. The best way to find the right dress is window shop. You can also check some of my past answers for Prom Dress ideas.

More power din. Hehe.

Love Lots,

Leyn

High Heels Shoes

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Posted by leyn on September 17, 2009 – 6:33 pm
Filed under shoes

Dear Sosyalera,

If you’re going to look inside my closet, majority of my bottoms would probably be composed of JEANS. I’m comfy with jeans but I basically have troubles when pairing shoes with it. I’m just tired of using flats and slippers. I do know that when you wear jeans, it’s much better when you’re in heels but I just don’t know which style to choose. What can you probably suggest?

THANKS! :D

- Steppy :)

Dear Steppy :) ,

Jeans are comfort clothing so most of us pair them with our cosy flipflops. This fashion is very casual and laid back. I really admire girls who can manage to look stylish with jeans and don’t just stick with the usual pantalon porma.

Since you’ve decided to wear heels instead of the comfy flats, the next step is to choose for the right pair. If you want to reuse some of your (or your mom’s) stuffs, you might find these classic styles that don’t go out of date.

There’s nothing wrong if you still put on some of your old high heels but I think it won’t hurt if you’re also updated with the latest look on footwear. Gladiators, Platforms and Cutout sandals/shoes are still in trend.

Forget about your knee-length boots because Ankle boots look more appropriate in the Metro.

One good thing about high heels is that you can wear them even in a dress, shorts or formal slacks. And to all girls who are in a budget, allot a portion of your shopping allowance for 1 pair of classic high heels. At least you have something to use on formal occasions or parties and won’t have a hard time borrowing from someone else. We’re not in New York and dressing down is a culture so it’s a clothing to save on.

Lastly, make sure your attire matches your shoes. High heels sandals are recommended if your outfit looks modish and girly – though I think this is common sense na. Haha. As for the ankle boots, a pair looks good whether you’re in a boyish blazer or dress.

Well as for me, sa umpisa ko lang gusto mag high heels. I tend to become lazy with these shoes once my feet feel achy. Kaya don’t be like me. :D

Love Lots,

Leyn

P.S. I would like to apologize to people who sent their e-mails for the past 3 weeks. Something went wrong with my inbox so I might respond belatedly. Huhu.