For Easy Trendy Clothes get the Menswear Look

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Embrace the hottest thing in trendy clothes right now… menswear. With pop artists like Lady Gaga dressing up in drag for the cover of her newest single, and designers showcasing crisp white button downs, bowties, and black slacks all over the runways, the mCino Designer Jacket enswear look is huge right now when it comes to trendy clothes.

Don’t let this trend scare you. Menswear doesn’t have to mean manly. The new trend pairs figure flattering cuts with more masculine colors and accessories like black and white, and bowties. Menswear can be very flattering on women when done right, and it can be mixed with more feminine pieces, like skirts of florals, in order to achieve a more balanced look. When incorporating menswear into their style, women should try out several different styles of menswear to see what pieces are right for them. To achieve this trendy clothes look, women should try only incorporating one piece of menswear at a time to avoid having a cluttered, disheveled look. When done really well, menswear on women can be simultaneously structured and glam.

There are a few key pieces of trendy clothes that really express the menswear trend easily and effortless. These are the items that you should stock in your store. Things like a traditional white button-downs are great to have. The classic, crisp, white shirt is a must-have for women who want to incorporate the menswear look into their personal style and increase the options they have for wearing trendy clothes. The button-down expresses a decisive tailored look with just a bit of masculine energy and is easy for any woman to wear and very versatile.

Another important piece to stock up on that offers that trendy clothes look and looks fabulous on all types of women is a great fitted blazer or a tailored jacket. These pieces are easy to pair up with more feminine items like dresses or skirts and they give the look more structure. A great jacket or blazer is a piece that will instantly express a more masculine look and it looks great on any figure. Be sure to stock up on a few of these pieces.

Finally, a great pair of trousers is a classic piece of menswear that every woman will want to have regardless of weather or not she’s interested in wearing trendy clothes or not. Make sure to keep plenty of trouser pants in stock in several different cuts. They will be sure to fly off the shelves because

Building a Better Wholesale Women's Fashion Site With eCommerce Tools

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As the owner of  an online or brick and mortar clothing business, you likely rely on wholesale women’s fashion to stock your store.  You know how important it is to provide your clients with the latest wholesale news and the hottest fashions.  You may not realize how important it is to create a site that is simple and intuitive for your customers.  Implement eCommerce tools such as advanced search functionality and interactive shopping carts will make it easier for your clients to find the latest in women’s, junior’s and plus size fashion and leaving your time to manage your business and search your wholesale fashion providers for the latest styles and trends.

Advanced Search Functionality

If your visitors can’t find what they are looking for, they are not going to stick around long enough to buy anything.  For this reason, many online women’s clothing outlets are turning to eCommerce tools that enhance their websites search functions.  Take a real world example – maxi dresses. You’ve purchased a line of maxi dresses from your wholesale junior fashion provider. The key is helping your  client find the specific color palette or size range they need.  Adding search functionality that allows the client to narrow down their results by color or size will help them find exactly what they are looking for.

Interactive shopping carts that make it easy to change order parameters or suggest related items is another effective way to use eCommerce tools to make it easier for your clients to make purchases.

It’s Gotta Be Easy For You Too

The really great thing is that the best eCommerce tools do much more than make the shopping experience better for your customers – they make it easier for you too.  Let’s go back to the shopping cart.  Did you know there are shopping carts that will provide you with information about what item’s customers ‘abandoned’ in carts or removed them?  Think about how this information can help you adjust your inventories to better address the needs of your client base. A simple report will help you adjust your next order of wholesale women’s fashion pieces.

Whether you are selling plus size clothing or items for women or juniors, eCommerce can make a big difference in your bottom line.



Fashion Secrets Worth Keeping

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Wishes Junior Ruffled Dress

Wishes Junior Ruffled Dress

Fashion Dresses

Shopping for fashion dresses is something that many self-conscious women dread, so for these women, it helps to know what kinds of dresses complement the different body types. Keeping this in mind, retailers who purchase stock from wholesalers will probably want to buy a large variety of styles unless if they specialize in clothing for a specific body type, such as plus size or petites.

Eliminating problem spots

Many women have a specific “problem spot” that they feel is the least flattering part of their figure. Whether this is the waist, hips, or legs, these spots can be played down. For example, a thick waist can be hidden under an empire waist dress, and someone who feels self-conscious about her legs can cover up with a maxi dress.

Another common problem is height. Usually, short women want to look taller and vice versa, and dresses can go a long way in helping a woman create the illusion of a desired height. For example, a petite woman can look taller by buying form-fitting dresses in darker colors. This provides not only a slimming effect but an elongating effect as well. Dressing in any one color will enhance height, so tall women who don’t want to play up that feature might lean toward dresses with a variety of color.

A problem that often plagues both tall and petite women alike is an undefined waistline. For women who don’t want to draw attention to the waist, a good way to deflect attention from there is to play up a more favorable feature. For example, a slender neck can be complemented by a necklace, or long legs can be shown off in a dress that stops a few inches above the knees.

Mint Green Floral Print Maxi Dress in Pink

Mint Green Floral Print Maxi Dress in Pink

Basic Fashion Dress Types

The A-line dress is a classic style that will last in someone’s wardrobe for years to come. It is form-fitting at the top and flares out gradually going downward, so it is a good choice for defining the waistline and hiding wider hips.

Like the A-line dress, the maxi dress is tighter at the top and loose flowing at the bottom, but the difference is that it runs all the way down to the ankles. It is an informal style, so it can be worn many times instead of sitting in a closet until the next special occasion. It is feminine, flattering, and for those who feel self-conscious about their bodies, it provides great coverage.

The empire waist is also a good choice for women who want to hide a wider waistline. On this style, the waistline is set anywhere between the bust and the natural waistline. Because of this, it also helps in accentuating the bust.

The sheath dress fits tightly throughout the body, which makes it popular among women with slender figures. For women who want to accentuate curves, though, a good way to do so in a sheath dress is to play it up with accents like ruching or bold prints.

The above styles are just a few examples of the many different kinds of fashion dresses on the market. Height, weight, and overall shape need to be taken into consideration, as each cut of dress has a different effect. Many women who feel self-conscious have a difficult time determining what their strong spots are, so the key to choosing fashion dresses is knowing which ones will play up a woman’s best features. OpenStock Apparel is a wholesaler that carries fashion dresses to flatter figures of all types, from petites to plus sizes.

How To Shop Smart for Women's Clothing

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How many clothing items are hanging in your closet or languishing in a dresser drawer that you hate?  What percentage of your clothes are things that you pass by in favor of ANYTHING else and haven’t even considered wearing in more than a year?  If you’re like most people, you have an unseemly number of clothing items that should probably have been a) never bought in the first place; b) donated to a thrift store a long time ago; or c) set on fire.  Get rid of what doesn’t fit, what’s torn or dirty, what just never looked right on you.  Clean the slates before you get started on restocking your clothing bank.

MAKE LISTS!  Take an inventory of what you have and what you need more of.  Include shoes, jewelry, coats, sweaters…everything.New Kaelyn Max at Openstock ApparelNew Kaelyn Max at Openstock Apparel

The smart thing to do, the frugal and self-respecting thing to do is learn how to shop smart for women’s clothing in the first place.

Start off by knowing what size you ACTUALLY ARE.  Find a measurement chart online and take your measurements to learn your standardized sizes.  You’ll need to take your measurements for bra size, shoe size, waist, hips, inseam length and even head size (if you’re going to buy hats).  Even know what size you really need for rings.  Next, find out what type of body you have.  Are you long-waisted?  Do you have a great chest?  Is your waist thick?  Do you have chunky thighs or a less-than-stellar butt?  You’ll need to know what you want to accentuate or de-emphasize before you head for the stores.

There are several things you’ll really need to nail down before shopping including WHICH of the clothes you love and why.  Is your look consistently casual?  Are you more of a button-down type?  Are you trying to bust out of a rut?  Then look through magazines and find what you’d love to try.  Consider whether you’re really happy with a color you consistently go to, or if you’d like to try something different.  Make sure your current color or one you’re considering is even flattering by holding it up to your face and looking in a mirror.  Do you look washed out, or tired in that color?  Do you have enough clothes for different occasions?  For instance, can you go to the beach and to a church outing on the same weekend?

New Kaelyn Max in 4 colors

New Kaelyn Max in 4 colors

The most important step to learning to shop smart for women’s clothing is to go to stores and try on every clothing item you’re considering.  Consider bringing along someone whose opinion you value, or learn to be realistic and critical on your own.  Is the item flattering, both in fit and color?  Is it comfortable?  Is it affordable? Will you be able to find shoes to go with it?  Do you already have seven of the same item sitting at home?  Can you afford your look, or do you need to learn how to be a little more sensible?


Ten Must Have Wardrobe Pieces

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Stylish new dresses from Wishes.

Stylish new dresses from Wishes.

Let’s face it – as women, our clothing often makes a statement about us long before we speak for ourselves. Fashion trends come and go, but there are certain wardrobe pieces no women should be without. Stocking your wardrobe with these ten timeless items will mean that unheard statement is always positive.
1.  Little Black Dress: No women should be without one. Stylish enough for a cocktail party, flirty enough for a special date and appropriate for almost any social gathering, the little black dress is the backbone of every wardrobe
2. Fitted Jeans: A solid pair of fitted jeans will see you through many occasions. Dress them down or dress them up, jeans are the everyday pant. Be sure yours are properly fitted for maximum impact.
3. Tailored Slacks: A pair of tailored slacks is ideal for almost any occasion that requires business attire. By pairing them with a tailored shirt or matching jacket, your tailored pants will see you through more than just business meetings.
4. Buttoned Blouse: a classic button blouse in white can be paired with anything from fitted jeans to skirts. An easy way to dress up your look, added stylish and classic jewelry will make this piece go even further.
5. Maxi Dress: fun and flirty, the maxi dress isn’t just for formal occasions. Select a color and cut that you feel comfortable in and you will find more and more occasions suited for your maxi dress.

Wishes block style maxi dress.

Wishes block style maxi dress.

6. Trench: A classic coat is just as important. Many women turn to the tailored trench, but any lightweight coat cut in a classic line will work. Keep the coat simple by selecting a black one. Your classic black coat will work for any occasion and can be paired with any item in your wardrobe.
7. Tailored Skirt: No wardrobe is complete without at least one tailored skirt. You may decide to select several skirts in varying lengths, but if you only purchase one, be sure it is knee length and tailored.
8. Suit: Worn primarily for business, a suit is an excellent addition to any wardrobe. Keep the color simple to allow for variations. Pairing a black suit with a pink shell, baby blue blouse or a simple white button blouse will allow you to get more use out of the piece.

Nubiano Special Occasion Suit

Nubiano Special Occasion Suit

9. Every Occasion Top: Select one top that is versatile enough to be worn with a variety of bottoms. Select a neutral color that can be used under your suit or paired with fitted jeans. Ideally the piece can be dressed up or dressed down.
10. Black Pumps: No outfit is complete without a pair of black pumps. Purchase a pair of classic black pumps. Perfect with the little black dress, they can also be paired with slacks, a suit or even jeans.
Once you have your wardrobe basics down, use current fashion trends to flesh out your wardrobe. Have fun with it and you will soon see it is possible to go from day time business attire to night time fun by simply changing one part of your outfit.