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Tips And Tricks: The Miracles of Fashion Tape

by AlterationsNeeded on March 17, 2010

Fashion tape is basically double-sided tape that is safe for skin and fabrics, and is used to keep garments where you want them. An offshoot of toupee tape, it has been used by stylists on photo shoots and celebrity red carpets for years. I’ve seen fashion tape mentioned as a useful product several times, and picked up a box at a beauty supply store. It’s been a staple in my handbag ever since. I use it primarily to keep necklines …

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Sample Size: Tiffany from My Fashion Epiphany

by AlterationsNeeded on January 27, 2011

This week’s Sample Size interview is a new-comer to the blogging scene. Tiffany from My Fashion Epiphany had me with her stylish, yet wearable outfits, and pretty, scenic photos. When I found out she was 5’1″, I liked her style even more and couldn’t wait to introduce her to the petite fashion community. Be sure to check out her fabulous blog! ______________________________ Tiffany’s stats: 5’1″, 125 lbs, 32…

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Petite Fashion Challenge #10: Summer to Fall

by AlterationsNeeded on August 31, 2011

Summer Look Banana Republic vest, size 0 (altered) :: Banana Republic blouse, size 00P :: Ann Taylor linen skirt, size 00P :: LOFT flower pin :: Cole Haan shoes, size 5 It’s Petite Fashion Challenge time again! This month’s PFC is being hosted over on fashionforteens. The challenge: The challenge is to take traditionally summer pieces (like tank tops, shorts, mini skirts, sundresses etc.) and make them appropriate for fall. My item i…

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Petite Fashion Challenge #12 – From Night To Day

by AlterationsNeeded on January 5, 2012

This month’s Petite Fashion Challenge, hosted by Khatu of I am Khatu, is: From Night to Day: Restyle a glamorous look that you would typically wear for a night-out-on-the-town into daytime casual wear. This was one of the more difficult challenges for me because, well, I don’t dress glamorously! I’m always at a loss for what to wear to fancy parties (not that I go to many), and when the time calls for dressing up, I usually en…

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WSJ Spring 2009 Fashion Matrix

by AlterationsNeeded on October 9, 2008

The Wall Street Journal has a fun way to decipher the Spring 2009 runway shows they’re calling a fashion matrix. For the full experience, click the link below. WSJ.com Fashion Matrix, Spring 2009 …

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Affiliate Programs 101 – Fashion Blogging and Earning Income

by AlterationsNeeded on November 8, 2010

…his limit can take forever. My experience – Um…yeah…I didn’t make anything going this route. Time to look for something better. Second attempt – Shopsense – The pay-by-click affiliate program for fashion bloggers. Whether you are a reader or a blogger, you’re probably familiar with Shopsense. Fashion bloggers love using Shopsense, because all the merchants and items we love are available on it. It’s easy …

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Petite Fashion Challenge: A Petite "Don’t"

by AlterationsNeeded on August 26, 2010

“A petite should never wear ankle strap shoes. They cut the leg line and make you look shorter” – typical petite fashion advice   Top: Banana Republic, size petite XXS (altered in this post) (similar here) Tank: Banana Republic Factory Store, size petite XS Skirt: LOFT, size petite 00 (altered in this post) Jewelry: Pearl cluster earrings (which you can’t see) (similar here) Shoes & Belt: Vintage What do you thi…

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