Embracing your High School Re-Union!

Everyone, sooner or later will receive that invite to your 10 or 20 yr high school re-union. On the invite, it will state whats required of the attire, and where and when it will be held. You might be dreading the re-union for sake of running into those petty conversations, avoiding the superficial clique that still manages to keep there noses down on everyone else, or you might have put on a little weight and is insecure about what people would say, or what embarrassing questions they will tackle down. If you have your mind set on going, don’t let these petty opinions over rule you. If you nail this Re-union with a glowing wide smile, carry this event with charisma and charm, and wear your dress with poise, you will look inevitably stunning! Some of the most classics dresses seen for 10-20 high school reunions have been the “Little Black Dress”

The little black dress are usually tea length, and very elegant in design. Its not very shows, and minimizes the exposure of skin.

Another great timeless dress is the sexy strapless tea length dress. A fancy strapless dress is always elegant and chic in design. If you feel a tad uncomfortable showing too much on your top, you can wear a shawl, or a mini bolero to compliment the outfit.

If wearing a dress is not an option for you, reflect on wearing some dressy black pants with a nice knitted top. Black is a very popular color, and never seems to die away. Also, if you want to slim down for your re union, wearing an black empire dress can make your body look longer and thinner.

For a re union, I wouldn’t suggest anything drastic on your make up or accessories. If you want to dye your hair a certain color for your reunion, I would advise you to test out the color a month prior before the event . If you want to go for a more showy look, learn how to accessorize your jewelry with your clothes. If your dress is loud, try to lessen thre amount of jewelry worn with it. The important thing is to be comfortable in the dress you’ll be wearing, and reminisce over the good times you spent with your friends!

Plus Size Beauty

Why should being a plus size person make it more difficult for you to shop and purchase a dress you’ve been wanting to wear? Whether you’re a size 0, or size 14, shopping should be unproblematic and simple to order.

By choosing to purchase your order online, it gives you an extensive variety of dresses to choose from. Not to say, online stores also have latest updated and trendy fashions of today. It’s almost like shopping a one stop dress store, with all the sizes available.

Here at Camdendrive, we know about plus size clothing since more then half our dresses are available in larger sizes. We have accurate measurements on our size charts, and dresses that will fit like a dream on a plus size beauty.

For plus size frames, if you’re looking for something formal or fancy we suggest formal empire cut dresses or a drop waist dress that will slim out your waist, and draw emphasis to your bust or another beautiful feature you might carry. Another great dress you might want to deem is an A line dress. A line dresses look best on Pear shaped frames, and females with heavy bottoms. A line dresses are a great way to disguise a heavy bottom.

Wearing dresses that fit loosely, or move gracefully with your body can make you appear 15 pounds thinner, and compliment your body beautifully. Strapless dresses are also very timeless, and look universally good on anyone! If you want to minimize the exposure of too much skin, reflect on wearing a mini bolero jacket or a shawl.

When wearing a plus size dress, a best way to accentuate your face and body is creating an up do hair style. This will make your neck appear long and sleek, and put emphasis on your face rather then then your body, People will be drawn in to look at YOU! Wearing accessories, such as hair pins, a long necklace, or some earrings can also highlight your face, and tribute to your fancy dress.

Whatever style you go with either that timeless empire cut, or that sexy formal strapless dress, you will walk out in style that will leave your smaller friends drooling and wishing they could wear the women’s plus size clothing that you have.

Every Women should have a Classic Wardrobe!

Us girls know what its like purchasing a new dress time after time, to fit a certain occasion. But what happens if you’re a busy bee, consistently on the run and have no time to go out and research a new dress? Or what if you’re on a budget, and buying a new dress repeatedly is leaving a dent in your wallet? I’m not stating or advising for you to wear the same dress for every separate occasion. But what I do suggest is why not choose several universal dresses that you can wear to almost any event? Down below are some dresses you might want to consider stocking for the sake of minimizing the time spent on searching for a new dress periodically, and saving yourself some dough!

“Little Black Dress”- That term is derived from the well liked cocktail dress. However, black has been a big hit starting from the early 1920’s to present You can wear black to almost any event and look sexy, classy, and elegant. Black has been used in bridesmaids, cocktail parties, party dresses, prom dresses, elegant dresses, and evening dresses. Not to mention, black universally looks good on anyone! Black can also make you look like you dropped some weight, and gives the illusion of slenderness. Full figured women have been known to wear black to disguise there round shaped frames. Also, Classic dresses like the “little black dress” are timeless.

“Formal Sexy Strapless Dresses“- Strapless dresses have been portrayed on the red carpet, as well as the school dance floor. Strapless dresses have been utilized in such events like prom (It’s sexy, and classy) Military Ball events (Minimizes the exposure of skin, and very elegant) Cocktail Parties (its comfortable, and draws attention to a beautiful back) and bridesmaids dresses (Its stylish and chic). Strapless dresses generally look good on any shape or size. If you’re concerned with showing to much skin on your top half, some strapless dresses also include a shawl. If not, a bolero or a jacket will do just fine.

“Solid Beauty Colors”- Solid colors such as purple, blue, black, brown, red…etc are colors that are easy to accessorize. When you have a dress that contain a lot of colors, the dress is inflexible to work with accessories. Also, having a dress with a solid color with mixed jewelry and accessories, transforms the dress into looking like a new outfit! for ex: If you have a tight strapless gathered red dress, you can wear a black belt to make it look more vintage. On a different occasion, you can wear a shawl over the dress, making it more elegant and classy. This type of designing seems unchangeable, and everlasting. This fad will never go out of fashion!

“Ravishing A line Dresses”- Just like black, A line dresses look virtually good on anybody. It outlines the silhouette of the body, and it add voluptuous curves to small busty women with a straight frame. Not to mention, it also hides a very heavy bottom. A line dresses are sophisticated and elegant, and are seen in weddings, cocktail parties, bridesmaids, and prom. A line dresses can either be short or long. Short A line dresses are a bit more casual, and fit for semi formal events like parties. Long A line dresses are more elegant and graceful. Fancier long A line dresses are used in Proms, and Bridesmaids. And you dont have to worry about gaining those unwanted pounds, an A line dress will help slim you down, and disguise that flab!

Clueless on Cocktail Parties?

What is a cocktail party, and what do you wear to a cocktail party?

A cocktail party is a person who has a casual and socialized event at his/her house. It’s a perfect place to meet new people, and introduce your boyfriend of girlfriend to your group of friends. It gives you a chance to have fun and mingle among your friends and guest, The person who planned the cocktail party can have a theme such as a Hawaiian theme, or a 70’s retro look. Most of the time, cocktail parties are semi formal, and females wear short cute stylish dresses, and the guys wear casual long sleeve shirts, and some nice dressy pants. Cocktail parties usually have finger food such as canapes, crudities, and appetizers such as mini yorkshire puddings with roast beef. I’m sure your guest and friends will love this appetizer, they’ll get a break from eating the same sausage rolls they’ve been biting down on, at there last cocktail parties. Cocktail parties are known for alcoholic drinks, hence the name “Cocktail”. So cocktail parties are usually for mature and responsible audience. Cocktail parties usually are 2 hrs in length, and start in between the hours of 6-10pm.

Cocktail dresses can range from wearing a mini skirt to a knee high dress (tea length). There are long cocktail dresses that are usually ankle length. They are called a ballerina length. The suggested material for a cocktail dress is satin, chiffon, and silk. Any hard or tough material is to be avoided. Also try to limit the amount of design and decorations on the dress, for it will make you look like you’re a formal event like prom or to a wedding.

Colors for the fall for cocktail parties are crimson, black, gray, brown, and dark blue (navy blue). For the summer, the most flattering colors for the season are light pink, sky blue, pale green and yellow as well as other pastels.

The style of dresses are casual and relaxed, yet chic and stylish. Popular necklines for cocktail dresses are Strapless, spaghetti straps, boatnecks, round, scoop and square necklines are featured in the new styles. For busty and plus size women, it is said that plus size cocktail dresses in jewel toned velvet can be not only stylish, but also very flattering on full-figured women. Fancy Empire dresses, and A line dresses are well liked for cocktail dresses, and those styles of dresses look universally good on any size or shape. If all else fails, you can always go for that little black dress route. A timeless classic that never goes out of style, finding a great fitting or plus size dress in black isn’t difficult in the very least.

What is a Prom dress?

What is a prom dress?

Most girls know what prom is, but do they know what a prom dress looks like? If you had an older sister, you looked up to her as a guide, emulating her style of fashion, and watching her get ready for the big school dance. Prom is the last school dance that takes place at the end of the year. Since it will be the last event the senior class will share together, it is imperative that they look there best. It is the last event that the students most look forward to. Since its such a huge event, students fret over the outfit they will wear, the cost, who there going to ask, after prom activities, and so forth. Most people think females have a natural sense of fashion; however what if you’re the type of girl who’s absolutely oblivious to the latest fashions? What if you don’t know how to accessorize? How to match colors? OR what if you grew up with nothing but brothers, and simply don’t know what to wear? Before you start ripping out your hair, here are a number of things to consider of how a prom dress looks like.

Prom dresses are typically fancy, elegant, sexy, unique, and graceful. Fashion has changed over the years, however elegancy has always been displayed in most or if not all prom dresses. Usually, prom dresses are long, and reach floor length. Prom dresses are usually solid in colors, and do not have more then 2 colors in each dress. Wearing a variety of colors on your prom dress will make you look tacky, and non formal. Based on your body shape choose a neckline that will compliment your body frame. Necklines that are regularly worn for prom are strapless, halter top, low cut v neck lines, heart shaped bust lines (or better known as sweetheart neckline) scoop neck line, and spaghetti straps.

The style of dresses that are prominent for prom are A line dresses, Ball dresses (think of Cinderella), Long Sexy gowns, Tight Satin dresses, High Low dresses (dress cut knee high in front, following a long tail in the back that reaches floor length) Long dress with a pick up skirt, or the asymmetrical hem. Prom dresses are usually rich in decoration, they will have some sort of design on the top adorned with beads and rhinestones. If you’re not too fond of jewelry or accessories, choosing a prom dress that has little or no design is also fine, as long as the dress is elegant and formal. It is not rare that females wear a short dress, however I don’t really recommend it. Short dresses give the impression as if you were heading to a semi formal party, cocktail party, or attending a reception party at a wedding. However, short dresses are worn for bridesmaids. If you still are puzzled on what to wear, go through magazines, online web stores, or your local shops that carry formal dresses. Think of yourself as a human cinderella, you’re dress will look like something that came out of a fairy tale!

Dont Stress for that Military Ball Event!

A Military Ball event is an event held by the Army, Navy, Airforce, Marines, Coast Guards, JR.ROTC, and ROTC. Its a night of recognition and honor for the members that one has dedicated in serving for our safety. The Military Ball is a great night for service members to celebrate with there spouse and date, while valuing the job they commit to on a regular basis. During the event, a special attention is brought to the order of events and ceremonies involved. The head of the unit will make a speech, and a guest speaker is usually invited to share their own story about the unit or branch. Many people have questions on what to wear to a Military Ball Event.” Should I wear a short dress?” ” Should I wear a dress that is richly decorated?” “Should I wear a cocktail dress that is not too formal?” “what does a military ball dress look like?” If these questions have also crossed your mind, read ahead for a brief description of what dress is suitable for this occasion.

Simplicity and Elegance are the 2 main factors that this dress must have. The people running the Military Ball underline the importance of wearing a dress that’s refined and pleasing to the eye. Some wise advice from a Naval officer himself is try not to wear the same color of dress as your date. If you are not familiar with the colors of the uniforms, the list follows:

Army- Green or Black Uniforms

Navy- White or Blue(which looks like a black) Uniforms

Air Force- Lighter Shade of Blue Uniforms

Marines- Red and Black Uniforms

Coast Guard- Blue Uniforms

Don’t allow yourself to think very narrow of a dress for a Military Ball. Just because its not prom, doesn’t mean you should be completely dreary of your dress. It is suggested that you wear a floor length dress, a dress that accentuates your body, but isn’t clingy. Red, toned-silver, purple, gold, tan, green, blue, sometimes black depending on the patterns or flare, are common colors worn to a Military Ball Event. Long, Strapless dresses are fine, for they are classy and chic in taste. Try to minimize the exposure of too much skin. This includes low cut necklines, and dresses that are opened from the sides. Try to limit designs and decorations on the dress. Think long, graceful, elegant, and a dress that will flatter your body frame and skin tone. You might put that headlight on you when trying to look your best, however it is essential that you look complimentary to your date as well. Back in the day, soldiers use to tease and say, they would bring there dates to show off. Not seen as a joke now, since you’re date is person of honor and respect. Try to cover up any tattoos, and wear your dress confidently. Hair and nails are a must, and make note that you wear shoes that will feel comfortable throughout the night.

You’re goal for the night is to leave an admiring impression they will never fail to remember.

How to budget for prom!

Your teen is excited about prom, and has been waiting for this day for a long time. A time where memories will be shared, and the event will forever be treasured. In the scheme of all this planning, a budger should be necessary. After all, prom is not inexpensive. Here are a few things to go over with your teenager to plan out the expenses before it leaves you broke.

Prom expenses- Im sure the other party, would like to save money as well, not unless there parents have no problem covering for everything. If youre on a budget, splitting the expense in half can save you money, instead of having your teenager pay for the whole cost. Well, let me re phrase that, your teenager wont be coughing up the money, you will. So make sure you discuss with your teenager that they go over who will pay for what.

1. Prom Tickets- Either party can pay for the whole amount, or it can be a shared expense. They can pay for there own prom ticket.
2. Flowers or accessories- Both parties purchase a corsage for the other.
3. Aiite- Both parties pay for there own attire.
4. limousine- A shared expense for the entire group using the limousine. Everyone can pitch in.

Shop around! You dont want your teenage to get anything they first see. Make sure you shop around for bargains and sales. Check the phone book for local cheap dress stores, surf the internet for sales. and most importably dont be afraid to bargain with that cashier for a discount, for buying a tuxedo and a bow tie. Try to range out a cost, and spending limit of how much money you have available for your teenagers prom.

Dont give them an exact spending limit! Try not to start this budget by telling them they have only such and such amount money to spend. Youre teenager cannt control how much things cost. Trying to stay within a certain amount at this stage of the process will cause stress in them and create a rift between the two of you. This is a point in your teenagers life where they need you the most, laying down the law, might cause distress and anger. Instead, emphasize sells to your teenager. Explain to them, everything is not low priced in this era, and the two of you will need to find ways to save money.

Every Teenagers Nightmare

As if going to several shops, reviewing different online stores, choosing the best prom hair stylist, and looking for bargain dresses is enough, you have to deal with…..YOUR PARENTS!!!!!

Some people might joke, and say “They should understand right, IT’s PROM! I mean how bad can it really be?” These people are absolutely oblivious to your dad’s protectiveness, or your mom better known as “The Perfectionist”. You want that long beautiful Halter A line dress. It shows the silhouette of your body, and moves flawlessly with your figure. BUT your dad cant seem to get it over his head that you’re not 5 yrs older anymore, he can’t enjoy himself by chasing that little boy off, nor can he scare him with his boogie man faces. Your mom thinks the dress is too showy, and is concerned about what people will think of a mother who allowed her daughter to wear something so revealing and inappropriate. Here are a few tips to go over with your parents to eliminate all the pressures from your friends and family, and try to enjoy yourself as much as possible on prom!

Bringing up the past might do you some good!- Scrummage through your parents old pictures. Show your mom the pictures with her big beehive, and short colorful dresses, ask her what her parents thought of her. Why did she have that style? Did her parents approve of all the colorful short dresses she owned? Did her mom become upset with her because of the damaged she was doing to her hair to achieve the tall and big beehive look? And your dad with his tight long sleeve collared shirts, and his off blue tight bell bottoms with long hair. If people were to see that now, they would think he was a new hippie. Or a very feminine male. Explain to your parents that this is a new millennium, fashion has considerably changed. They might not be completely accepting of it, but let them know that there product (you) was born into this. This is the new style.

You want to look hip, not a person who looks like they can break a hip!- Shop with your mom at a couple of places, try on numerous amount of dresses. If shes going for the whole cover up look, explain to your mom that it does not accentuate your figure, it does’nt flatter your frame, nor does it make you look appealing or attractive. Reach a common ground with her. If she decides for you to wear a long dress, then have her agree to spaghetti strap dresses, or a beautiful formal strapless long dress. Show your parents the latest formal dress trends, that way you can both agree on something that is stylish and suitable for Prom. Also be sure to briefly state that you want to look attractive for your date, not look like one of his great aunts.

Yes, we know your older, but still keep your folks updated!- Let your parents know who you will be with at prom, give the phone numbers of your closest friend. Have them meet your date 1 month in advance, and ask your dad to be on his best behavior. Let them be aware of any after prom activities you might be attending. Be considerate and patient with your parents, afterall your daughter or son might be asking you, the questions you raised with your parents.

Every Parents Nightmare

Can you remember what it was like going to a formal event or to a big party like Prom? You might have wanted to look like that movie star with the strapless short dress, with her full bust and voluptuous curves? You wanted to look like the most beautiful girl on that dance floor, with all eyes locked on you. Before wearing that vixen dress, you would have to get an approval from your parents. “Are you kidding me? No daughter of mine will wear that dress, what will people think? You’re not old enough to wear something like that! The answer is NO.” You cried a river that day, swearing you would never be like your parents. Now you have a daughter, and she is coming to you with the same latest trend of fashion of how the new dresses look. You get a flash back of Jennifer lopez open dress. The bare midriff, the low cut neckline, the material clingying to every part of her body.

Before you undergo a heart attack, go back in time where you could have put yourself in your daughter’s shoes. Before laying down the law, and being brutal the way you’re parents were with you, why don’t you try to come to a common ground where both of you 2 will be pleased with the dress she chooses, and you dont have to worry about her getting a bad rep for wearing a trashy dress with no class.

Try to discuss the following:

1. Emphasize Class- Explain to her that you want her to show that she is a women of respect. That she carries herself with dignity. Let her know that some guys might get the wrong impression, and think her dress is an open invitation for sex. Emphasize on style and pattern. What dress will fit her character and highlight her persona. Tell her not to be so concerned with the little article of clothing she might have on that day. After all, she wants to be remembered as the girl who shined, not the girl who had a wardrobe malfunction. She doesn’t want to receive the wrong attention, nor be called “The Girl who practically just wore a string to Prom.”

2. Comprise with the styles- If she chooses a dress that has a bareback, let her wear it, IF theres something else you would want it to have. For ex: If she wants to wear a dress that is bare for her back, then let he know that you would want a long dress to minimize the exposing of skin. Girls want to feel beautiful, and look beautiful, like a REAL women. So some of her dress choices might reveal a lot of skin, try to be patient with her, as she might have a hard time discussing WHY she would prefer to wear a dress that disclose alot of skin. Taken into consideration that this is a new millennium, fashion has changed well over the years.

3. Fret about being unique- Girls spend time on countless shops, reviewing online stores, looking through each and every magazines to get a style of dress that no one else will have on prom, reflect on wearing a unique elegant prom dress. I mean, imagine going to prom and seeing 3 other girls with your same dress? Explain to your daughter, that the latest trends might be overrated, and there might be a higher chance of another girl wearing the same dress. So put emphasis on wearing a dress that accentuates her style, and underline her persona.

Meaning of Colors

Black Dresses-It seems to me that black has been a popular color ever since I was born. I’d have to say black is my preferred color, I find myself wearing it to cocktail parties, dates, and hang outs with my buddies. One of the most trendiest and latest fashions of ‘08 are black colored dresses. Black helps slim your body, and matches well with almost any color. People who are pale, yellow, or yellowish-olive to dark skin tones, are best matches for wearing black. They usually are brunettes with deeply colored eyes and have alot of contrast between there hair color, eye color, and skin tones. Habitually, I find that I shop for styles that somewhat give a taste of my personality. After all, all of us are different, so in what better way to show our uniqueness from our manner of fashion. Black usually represents strong will, confidence, independence, and non conforming. Wearing Formal black dresses on a certain special occasion can demonstrate power, and communicate an authoritative image.

White Dresses-What comes to mind when you think of white? I usually think of a beautiful bride at her wedding, or bridesmaids dresses with there stunning white dress with there vibrant stashes. White symbolizes purity, simplicity, and spirituality. People with complexions of blue or pink undertones, and skin tones ranging from porcelain white, to yellowish or olive dark are said to have white as there best color of style. Also, wearing white might indicate a time of transition, or reaches out for some type of recognition. White displays a positivity and well balanced life, free from confining to pressures that life may throw at us. White is preferred for quinceneras, prom, and cocktail semi formal parties.

Red Dresses- I recently found out that red cars are more prone to being pulled over by cops then any other colored car. Since red is rich and vibrant in color, its an easy target for notice. If you’re the type of person who’s outgoing, loving, easy to get along with, the attention grabber, then I’m almost positive red will highlight your personality! Based on our persona, some females really don’t want to be the center of attention, and there are others who are the life of the party. I had bright red hair once, and my friends told me it went with me, cause I was like fire. I took that as a compliment. I like leaving people with a lasting positive impression they’ll never forget. Red looks great with people with spring complexions that can be identified by subtle golden undertones and creamy white or peachy skin. Red signifies impulsive behavior, people who are exciting, energetic, and who are ambitious in life. The most appropriate occasions to wear beautiful formal red dresses, would be on a semi formal event (such as a date) a cocktail party, and prom. I guarantee you will make heads turn on your night out.

Blue Dresses- Like pink and purple, there are different shades of blue. Blue usually is a conservative color. The last two times I was a bridesmaid in a wedding, our bridesmaid dresses were a light blue. Characteristics of light blue are creativeness, perceptiveness, and sensitivity. Skin tones that usually coordinate well with light blue are pale and white. Natural brunettes, or blondes with lighter colored eyes fall under this category. Dark blue is great for bringing out light blue, green, gray eyes. Navy blue is recommended for those who have pale white, olive, or dark skin. People who wear navy blue usually look responsible, intelligent, and independent. Navy blue is sharp, and compliments those skin tones. Blue looks great on mother of bride dresses, formal evening dresses, and for prom.

Green Dresses- Green is a daring color! So make sure when you wear it, it flatters your skin, and highlights your persona. People with pale white, and subtle golden undertones look best with Green. People with natural blonde hair, or strawberry blond redheads with clear blue and green colored eyes and freckles also fall under this category. Wearing green may make you look like a cautious person, and an observer in life. Green is also a target for attention, so if youre that person, by all means wear it! Green also looks appropriate for occasions such as bridesmaids and evening dresses. Green bridesmaids dresses are distinctive and stand out.

Orange Dresses- Orange is the color of practicality and creativity. People with high energy levels of enthusiasm, and whom are restless are recommended to wear this color. Because this color attracts positive energy, people who are independent, organized, and self motivated shine in this vibrant color. Also people who have golden undertones, or redheads and brunettes with golden brown eyes are suitable and advised to wear this color as a best prom/bridesmaids/or evening dress. Orange is a fashionable color for prom, since its rich in color and a bright target for ones eyes.

Pink Dresses- I know some girls would like to display there femininity by wearing the color pink. However, for certain skin tones, pink does not compliment there skin tones, and might even make there persona look dull and bland. People with blue or pink undertones with skin tones ranging from porcelain white, to yellowish olive dark skin, can best pull off wearing a cute pink evening dresses. Wearing pink might show that you are affectionate, sympathetic and understanding. Usually brunettes with deep colored eyes and have a lot of contrast between their hair color, eye color, and skin tone looks best with pink. Pink looks quite exceptional for quincernera dresses, bridesmaid dresses, and for prom.

Purple Dresses- As well as black, purple has become a very popular and regular color. In Ancient Rome, purple was the color of authority, rank and privilege. Wearing purple can make you look very intuitive and have deep feelings and aspirations. Purple is a well liked color in choosing bridesmaid dresses, as it goes perfect with cocktail and semi formal events. Skin tones that are pale, pink with either blue or pink undertones, match and coordinate with this color. Purple can also highlight brown, or light colored eyes.

Brown Dresses- People with golden undertones, creamy white, or peachy skin hormonize with their color brown. Brown can suggest honesty, down to earth personality, and a lover of life. Brown is a protective as well as a solid color for cocktail parties, and semi formal events. Brown is one of the newest and admired trend for 2008.