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Spring 2000 - Look like a million on next to nothing

FEATURES this issue: Fashion feature: Dress rich Savvy shopping Model moves Who's that model? What to do with a T-shirt #2 We're back and better, with more tips to get you back in style for a springiest spring in a LONG time. Look for all the best of color and vibrant energy in your clothing this season, so you can get started with all the right fashion moves without breaking the bank. It all starts with thrift stores. Get over your fears - but do check out our tips on the thrift page. And this issue, we send you a few more tips, sent in from readers. savvy shopping You might have the look, the clothes, and even the great hair, but what good is that if you can't walk the walk? Here's just what every model (and lookalike) wannabe needs to know. model moves Fashion feature: Walk down Rodeo Drive like you own the place. We've got the hot tips on how to pull off looking rich, rich, rich. feature: look like you've got a million "Excuse me? May I help you?" If you've heard that before, and not without a little smirk and an attitude, you're thinking, These people think I can't afford this stuff. And you can't. So you say, "No thanks" timidly and are careful not to touch anything too much. That's not the way to handle it! In a high class store, sadly, you have to "look" high class. But your new rich look will go a lot farther than just your nearest boutique: Go black. Wear something sleek and in black acrylic, knit, nylon, or vinyl that will catch a little light and smooth bumps. Make sure it's not faded, it fits, and it's lint-free. Accessorize. Add a few touches of something expensive-looking - a smooth knit wool scarf in black or gray, great earrings, a metal watch, a simple necklace. People will notice. Perfect hair. Defrizz and stop flyaways with some anti-frizz lotion or moisturizer - you hair should be smooth and in place whether it's curly or straight. Clean, too! The 3 best. Your friends: a great-looking pair of shoes, a stylish bag to throw everything in, and a nice watch. These are the small things you look at when you people-watch, right? Makeup. Less is more, but you should play up your best features. Most importante: keep you lips moist, your nails clean, and your face fresh. Rich people are not dirty! The single most important. Everything else could be great, but you've got to have the attitude! Stop the timidness, and act like you own the place. Don't be rude, but be confident. You deserve it! savvy shopping special It's nothing new to head to a thrift store, but if you want some easy ways to spice up and show off your new duds, look no further! You'll need these tips to get the most out of your shopping experience. Pick the right things - you can add your own style to any piece of clothing. Look for versatile pieces that match multiple bottoms or tops, and things you will wear more than once. If they're plain, that's no big deal, but be careful about really fancy or one-of-a-kind items - people will never forget them! That could be good or bad. Jazz it up - change it once you've got it. You don't have to sew to do that. Get a glue-gun and add cloth, beads, buttons, sequins to your clothes. With some iron-on-transfer paper, you can even add photos and cloth designs pressed right on to the fabric! Shop till you drop! Things you can dress up at home: shoes, shirts, pants legs, purses, tank tops, shorts edges, tees, sandals, hair stuff, and more! before-you-buy checklist: check seams check buttons does it look good on you check length and fit look for stains and holes look at it in daylight do you love it will you wear it often what do you have to match is it really worth the price model moves You've been working out, you're eating well, you're glowing, and you love your new shampoo. Think it's time for an audition? Not so soon! Now know this: Walking is everything! Make sure you can walk in 3 inch heels dearie! That's a must. Practice that natural sway of the hips (slightly exaggerated) that is SO necessary to make it through! Can you turn your head? Do you know your best side? What's your best smile? How long can you hold it and not look fake? You should have your sexiest, happiest, prettiest looks down to an art - that'll surely make the cut! Know your body. Practice the turns and twirls you need - watch the runway models. Get your pictures perfect. But most of all - don't let ANYONE tell you you're not pretty. You have to believe in yourself, and pretty soon, everyone else will too! Who's that model? Okay it's easy this time. Claudia looks relaxed in these sexy clothes - an easy look you can really wear. A smooth knit tank top is key - the feel of the fabric is everything. Pick a color that suits your skin and your face - red is really warm, but you might want a bright spring color, like sky blue. Pair with black. Claudia's black leather pants are great, but you can do vinyl, or better yet, a thinner material like nylon. Go for glow. After that, wash your hair, let it down - you can get waves by twirling your fingers around your hair as you blowdry. A little blush and a dollop of lip gloss and you're out the door! What to do with a T-shirt #2 You've got piles of T-shirts and tops sitting around, I know, and they're ready to get sent out, but you know no one but you would ever wear a shirt that says "I was an Honors Student at Smallville Middle School." That given, what can you do? You wouldn't really want "Smallville Middle School" written across your backside and make the wrap top (see T-shirt #1). Instead, you can make a patchwork shirt! It's very wearable and makes for a great top you can match to anything and which you'll love wearing over and over. Match it with your wrap top, too! Materials: T-shirt scissors printed cloth sewing stuff or fusible web There are 2 ways to do this: cover up the area or replace it. You decide, but covering is usually easier. To do this, first cut out a piece of cloth that's a pretty design or a printed cloth, on the same color background as your T-shirt. You'll want to keep the scraps and any other pieces of the pattern. Cut to the same size as the area you want to cover, and fuse it right on, with the edges folded in 1/2 inch or so. Now you can do the cool things to modify your shirt: cut out the ribbed collar carefully - this will make the neck roll. Then cut the bottom of the shirt to get it just at your hip. Finally, you can cut out the sleeves if you like, and you have a raw-edged summer tee. Now take the scraps you kept aside and place strips of the pattern around the arms and at the bottom edge, so it overlaps - fuse it on so you have a seamless edge! Copyright � 2001 rani. All rights reserved. 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