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Women's Basics

2013-05-27T17:12:01Z

Frodetb:

[[File:WomensGuide.jpg|200px|thumb|right|]]

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== Shops ==
Cheap/beginner stores:

'''J.Crew'''-http://www.jcrew.com/

'''Forever 21'''-http://www.forever21.com/

'''Modcloth'''-http://www.modcloth.com/

'''Levis'''-http://us.levi.com/home/index.jsp

'''Banana Republic'''-http://bananarepublic.gap.com/

'''Urban Outfitters'''-http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/index.jsp

'''H&M'''-http://www.hm.com/us/

'''Zara'''-http://www.zara.com/

== Tops ==
The first step to buying clothes is getting all of the essentials.

This means tank tops, camis, t-shirts, etc in variety of colors. This way you can layer them with other pieces like cardigans and jackets.

== Dresses ==

== Pants/Shorts ==
Jeans are essential to a new wardrobe, and it's important to buy the right pair that suits you.
When buying jeans dark washed and black are usually what you want to look for.

'''Strait Leg Jeans''' can be worn by practically anyone. These are great for curvy ("plus sized"), boyish figures, really anyone can wear these.

'''Skinny jeans''' should ONLY be worn by skinny people. Honestly, if your curvy they will ''not'' flatter.

AVOID:

'''Flare Jeans'''

== Skirts ==

Many women are most comfortable in a t-shirt and jeans. But skirts and flattering and major in fashion.

''Flare/A-line skirt''
These basic skirts are very flattering and are a staple in every women's wardrobe. These skirts have a lot of volume, so it's important to pair it with a simple shirt. Something like a plain white tank-top or a basic patterned t-shirt would pull the look together.

''Pencil skirt''
These can be used for almost any event, from work to going out. They are very form fitting.

''Maxi skirt''

Only young, skinny tall girls should wear these (or short girls in heels). However they are perfect for summer and days on the beach.

== Outerwear ==

== Shoes ==

== Accessories ==

== Hair ==

When picking out your hair, it's important to know your face type. This will help you understand what haircut will flatter you best.

You can find this out here:

[http://thebeautydepartment.com/2012/11/finding-your-face-shape/]

'''Round Face Type'''

'''Diamond Face Type'''

'''Heart Face Type'''

'''Rectangle Face Type'''

'''Oblong Face Type'''

'''Pear Face Type'''

'''Oval Face Type'''

== Make-up ==

Make-up can go wrong very easily, and leave you looking like a prostitute. So It's important to tone it down and stick to the basics.

Once again thebeautydepartment.com has some great guides.

'''Eyes'''

''Mascara''- If your looking for an easy affordable mascara then L'Oreal Voluminous Original is cheap and a good starter. Also avoid clumping

''Eye-Liner''- There's a difference between putting on eye-liner and outlining your entire eye. Please know this when applying your eye-liner.

''Eye-Shadow''

'''Lips'''

Stick to something sheer and light. Remember if your going to do something bold with your eye make-up, keep the lips simple. But if you want to do a bold red lip, then just put mascara on your eyes.

'''Face'''

''Foundation''

Foundations perfect for those wanting to conceal redness, dark spots, and other imperfections. Go for something light and not to thick. When using liquid use a sponge, they're cheap and help a lot. Be careful with powder, it can cake on so add carefully.

When buying foundation you should test it on the back of your hand or against your cheek-bone. Don't order online. If you can't find your shade ask someone at the store, Sephora and Ulta always have someone willing to help.

''Concealer''

People on /fa/ love under-eye circles, but if you want to cover them up, go for it. This is perfect for concealing embarrassing blemishes and pimples.

''Blush/Bronzer''
BE CAREFUL! You don't want to look like a clown whore. Make sure to find the right shade for you, because It's all dependent on your skin tone.

'''Nails'''

Ideal nails are long, but not fake looking. Also don't bite your nails down to the stub.

Styles

2013-05-27T17:05:21Z

Frodetb: /* Menswear */

--Any information on a certain style goes here. The history of a style is also welcome.

== Menswear ==
'''Examples of Brands: [[Thom Browne]], [[Florsheim]], [[Brooks Brothers]], [[Ralph Lauren]], [[Versace]], [[Barbour]] '''
[[File:Koo-nyfw-60.jpg|200px|thumb|right|]]
Menswear is a modernized style that draws from conservative or classical male working aesthetic. Masculine silhouettes, formal incorporated into casual attire, and somewhat preppy styles fall here. Fit and fabric in the outfit serves great importance in Menswear outfits, as well as controlling the quality of the clothing you purchase. Cheaply made, ill fitting Menswear is a recipe for disaster, as it's very easy to come off as sloppy or trashy. Keeping this in mind, a crisp tailored button-down, slim-fitting trousers, a pair of casual oxfords, and a relatively casual tie, for example, can be worn to either a job interview or a night on the town.

In the debates that take place on /fa/ and elsewhere, styles are often given names by their opponents to mock and ridicule its followers. The derogatory term used to describe menswear is "Dadcore". As the style's classical aesthetic is associated with the older generations (as in being "clothes for dads") menswear has been mocked as such. However the nickname has since turned into the term used for failed attempts at menswear, which includes the wearing of fedoras, ill fitted suits and general bad taste.

http://www.gq.com/

[http://ajanaku.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/image001-1.jpg]

[http://i.imgur.com/i6XxW6Y.jpg]

== Streetwear ==

'''Examples of Brands: [[Supreme]], [[White Mountaineering]], [[A Bathing Ape]], [[Undercover]], [[WTAPS]], [[Visvim]]'''

Streetwear is usually regarded as the most flexible style on /fa/, with multiple possibilities and damn near anything can be called streetwear. Streetwear is mostly personal preference and has many forms, ranging from your typical snapback-wearing swagfag to Japanese workwear. A good place to begin learning about streetwear is hypebeast and superfuture.

Streetwear can be described as practical, fit for everyday wear and even light physical activities. The general rule of thumb is that it cannot contain easily spoiled pieces, and is not unusual for typical big city setting.

== Avant - Garde ==
'''Examples of Brands: [[Rick Owens]], [[Yohji Yamamoto]], [[Julius]], [[Ann Demeulemeester]], Haider Ackermann'''

Avant-Garde (pronounced gɑθ nɪnǰə) is a much less accessible, niche aesthetic. The style is humerously referred to as "Goth-ninja" by those who oppose it, though this should not be mistaken for the appropriate term. The usual defining features of this style are a monochrome / grayscale color palette, unconventional proportions, textures, construction, unique materials - but really, anything goes.

It is a subjective term and therefore there are no real boundaries or rules that dictate whether an unconventional "Dark" look is "Avant - Garde" or not. Ideologies and Philosophy are an important part of the aesthetic, and many of the designers make conscious efforts to differentiate themselves from mass produced garments with no meaning, depth, or "Soul".

Many pieces are made with unique techniques, treatment (dying, tanning, distressing), and materials. Often, brands place a strong focus on distinctive or unorthodox construction of pieces, for example rather than using a conventional nylon lining in a blazer, it will be unlined with raw edges on the inside, or the lining will be made of a linen/nylon blended fiber.

A vast majority of "avant garde" brands place a strong priority on being anti-branding, using minimalist logos on the interior of pieces, generally placing priority on the construction, form, and quality of the garment, above the brand that created it.

Many of the people who appreciate this aesthetic share the same appreciation for craftsmanship, modern design, and anti - consumerism.

==Tumblrcore==
'''Examples of Brands: Most Big Cartel brands, most clothes from Urban Outfitters'''

Tumblrcore is a strange thing to describe. For the most part, females are generally more tumblrcore. This style incorporates a sort of twee/teen style while attempting as well to give it some sort of unique edge to it. Whether that edge be heavy makeup, overdone/dyed hair, Dr. Martens, studded pieces, loud patterns, and many different accessories usually associated with a separate style. A staple is usually the "Galaxy Leggings" which have seemingly overnight become a trend, thick framed or "hipster" glasses, hair dyed in an unnatural color, semi-gaudy shoes, and even excessive jewelry. When attempting this style it should be known that it is very flexible just like the streetwear style is, so it can be a very easy "beginner style" for those who aren't sure about some of the more radical and money consuming styles such as gothninja.

Men's tumblrcore consists widely of bigcartel stores. Usually on tee shirts or snapbacks, screenprinting is done with loud prints or pieces of artwork, or it may be fully blown edgy phrases in white on black.

http://theratedcompany.bigcartel.com/

http://andclothing.bigcartel.com/

Two examples of popular bigcartel stores, showcasing different styles and loud prints typically seen.

==Urban Techwear ==
'''Examples of Brands: [[Acronym]], [[Arc'teryx Veilance]], [[Y-3]], [[Gyakusou]], [[Isaora]], [[Outlier]]'''

Combines clothing with a sort of technical look: Many straps, pockets, zippers etc. Derives from common streetwear, but with the twist that it focuses on human interaction with the elements through technology. Smart fabrics, digital gadgets and the like are coupled with the clothes themselves. Many are also fit for out-of-city wear, such as in exploring natural settings and leaving city limits.

==Heroin Chic==
'''Examples of Brands: [[Dior Homme]] (Hedi Era) mainly, but anything skinny and black applies'''

Heroin chic became popular in the 90's, and it's where ex-Club Kids went to die. Starting with Calvin Klein's campaign featuring Kate Moss, and Vincent Gallo shooting emaciated, drug-addicted looking models, it was quickly devoured as the hottest style. Heroin prices were dropping and the purity was much better at the time, which helped increase it's popularity.
The style was dead in the magazines when in 1999, Gisele Bundchen was dubbed the new supermodel. Nowadays, it carries on in fashion, though with a much lighter tone thanks to our teenagers who insist on dying due to anorexia and make Heroin Chic look evil.

It is more about the body than other styles; you can't be Heroin Chic while looking perfectly healthy and/or plump. First stages of anorexia are preferred, since it's a matter of looking glamourous while feather thin, not dirty and sick. Dark circles under the eyes are a bonus, and you need to appear like an elegant trainwreck. The clothes can be described as 'skinny gothninja meets punk rocker'.

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Obviously there are more styles. Add them.

Styles

2013-05-27T16:58:59Z

Frodetb: /* Menswear */

--Any information on a certain style goes here. The history of a style is also welcome.

== Menswear ==
'''Examples of Brands: [[Thom Browne]], [[Florsheim]], [[Brooks Brothers]], [[Ralph Lauren]], [[Versace]], [[Barbour]] '''
[[File:Koo-nyfw-60.jpg|200px|thumb|right|]]
Menswear is a modernized style that draws from conservative or classical male working aesthetic. Masculine silhouettes, formal incorporated into casual attire, and somewhat preppy styles fall here. Fit and fabric in the outfit serves great importance in Menswear outfits, as well as controlling the quality of the clothing you purchase. Cheaply made, ill fitting Menswear is a recipe for disaster, as it's very easy to come off as sloppy or trashy. Keeping this in mind, a crisp tailored button-down, slim-fitting trousers, a pair of casual oxfords, and a relatively casual tie, for example, can be worn to either a job interview or a night on the town.

Menswear, as most other styles, has a derogatory term frequently seen on /fa/, namely "Dadcore". As the style's classical aesthetic gives associations of the older generations (as in being "clothes for dads") menswear has been mocked as such. However the nickname has since turned into the term for failed attempts at this style (fedoras, ill fitted suits, horribly coloured shirts, etc.).

http://www.gq.com/

[http://ajanaku.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/image001-1.jpg]

[http://i.imgur.com/i6XxW6Y.jpg]

== Streetwear ==

'''Examples of Brands: [[Supreme]], [[White Mountaineering]], [[A Bathing Ape]], [[Undercover]], [[WTAPS]], [[Visvim]]'''

Streetwear is usually regarded as the most flexible style on /fa/, with multiple possibilities and damn near anything can be called streetwear. Streetwear is mostly personal preference and has many forms, ranging from your typical snapback-wearing swagfag to Japanese workwear. A good place to begin learning about streetwear is hypebeast and superfuture.

Streetwear can be described as practical, fit for everyday wear and even light physical activities. The general rule of thumb is that it cannot contain easily spoiled pieces, and is not unusual for typical big city setting.

== Avant - Garde ==
'''Examples of Brands: [[Rick Owens]], [[Yohji Yamamoto]], [[Julius]], [[Ann Demeulemeester]], Haider Ackermann'''

Avant-Garde (pronounced gɑθ nɪnǰə) is a much less accessible, niche aesthetic. The style is humerously referred to as "Goth-ninja" by those who oppose it, though this should not be mistaken for the appropriate term. The usual defining features of this style are a monochrome / grayscale color palette, unconventional proportions, textures, construction, unique materials - but really, anything goes.

It is a subjective term and therefore there are no real boundaries or rules that dictate whether an unconventional "Dark" look is "Avant - Garde" or not. Ideologies and Philosophy are an important part of the aesthetic, and many of the designers make conscious efforts to differentiate themselves from mass produced garments with no meaning, depth, or "Soul".

Many pieces are made with unique techniques, treatment (dying, tanning, distressing), and materials. Often, brands place a strong focus on distinctive or unorthodox construction of pieces, for example rather than using a conventional nylon lining in a blazer, it will be unlined with raw edges on the inside, or the lining will be made of a linen/nylon blended fiber.

A vast majority of "avant garde" brands place a strong priority on being anti-branding, using minimalist logos on the interior of pieces, generally placing priority on the construction, form, and quality of the garment, above the brand that created it.

Many of the people who appreciate this aesthetic share the same appreciation for craftsmanship, modern design, and anti - consumerism.

==Tumblrcore==
'''Examples of Brands: Most Big Cartel brands, most clothes from Urban Outfitters'''

Tumblrcore is a strange thing to describe. For the most part, females are generally more tumblrcore. This style incorporates a sort of twee/teen style while attempting as well to give it some sort of unique edge to it. Whether that edge be heavy makeup, overdone/dyed hair, Dr. Martens, studded pieces, loud patterns, and many different accessories usually associated with a separate style. A staple is usually the "Galaxy Leggings" which have seemingly overnight become a trend, thick framed or "hipster" glasses, hair dyed in an unnatural color, semi-gaudy shoes, and even excessive jewelry. When attempting this style it should be known that it is very flexible just like the streetwear style is, so it can be a very easy "beginner style" for those who aren't sure about some of the more radical and money consuming styles such as gothninja.

Men's tumblrcore consists widely of bigcartel stores. Usually on tee shirts or snapbacks, screenprinting is done with loud prints or pieces of artwork, or it may be fully blown edgy phrases in white on black.

http://theratedcompany.bigcartel.com/

http://andclothing.bigcartel.com/

Two examples of popular bigcartel stores, showcasing different styles and loud prints typically seen.

==Urban Techwear ==
'''Examples of Brands: [[Acronym]], [[Arc'teryx Veilance]], [[Y-3]], [[Gyakusou]], [[Isaora]], [[Outlier]]'''

Combines clothing with a sort of technical look: Many straps, pockets, zippers etc. Derives from common streetwear, but with the twist that it focuses on human interaction with the elements through technology. Smart fabrics, digital gadgets and the like are coupled with the clothes themselves. Many are also fit for out-of-city wear, such as in exploring natural settings and leaving city limits.

==Heroin Chic==
'''Examples of Brands: [[Dior Homme]] (Hedi Era) mainly, but anything skinny and black applies'''

Heroin chic became popular in the 90's, and it's where ex-Club Kids went to die. Starting with Calvin Klein's campaign featuring Kate Moss, and Vincent Gallo shooting emaciated, drug-addicted looking models, it was quickly devoured as the hottest style. Heroin prices were dropping and the purity was much better at the time, which helped increase it's popularity.
The style was dead in the magazines when in 1999, Gisele Bundchen was dubbed the new supermodel. Nowadays, it carries on in fashion, though with a much lighter tone thanks to our teenagers who insist on dying due to anorexia and make Heroin Chic look evil.

It is more about the body than other styles; you can't be Heroin Chic while looking perfectly healthy and/or plump. First stages of anorexia are preferred, since it's a matter of looking glamourous while feather thin, not dirty and sick. Dark circles under the eyes are a bonus, and you need to appear like an elegant trainwreck. The clothes can be described as 'skinny gothninja meets punk rocker'.

----
Obviously there are more styles. Add them.

Styles

2013-05-27T16:40:26Z

Frodetb: /* Avant - Garde */

--Any information on a certain style goes here. The history of a style is also welcome.

== Menswear ==
'''Examples of Brands: [[Thom Browne]], [[Florsheim]], [[Brooks Brothers]], [[Ralph Lauren]], [[Versace]], [[Barbour]] '''
[[File:Koo-nyfw-60.jpg|200px|thumb|right|]]
Menswear is a modernized style that draws from conservative or classical male working aesthetic. Masculine silhouettes, formal incorporated into casual attire, and somewhat preppy styles fall here. Fit and fabric in the outfit serves great importance in Menswear outfits, as well as controlling the quality of the clothing you purchase. Cheaply made, ill fitting Menswear is a recipe for disaster, it's very easy to come off as sloppy or trashy. Keeping this in mind, a crisp tailored button-down, slim-fitting trousers, a pair of casual oxfords, and a relatively casual tie, for example, can be worn to either a job interview or a night on the town.

http://www.gq.com/

[http://ajanaku.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/image001-1.jpg]

[http://i.imgur.com/i6XxW6Y.jpg]

== Streetwear ==

'''Examples of Brands: [[Supreme]], [[White Mountaineering]], [[A Bathing Ape]], [[Undercover]], [[WTAPS]], [[Visvim]]'''

Streetwear is usually regarded as the most flexible style on /fa/, with multiple possibilities and damn near anything can be called streetwear. Streetwear is mostly personal preference and has many forms, ranging from your typical snapback-wearing swagfag to Japanese workwear. A good place to begin learning about streetwear is hypebeast and superfuture.

Streetwear can be described as practical, fit for everyday wear and even light physical activities. The general rule of thumb is that it cannot contain easily spoiled pieces, and is not unusual for typical big city setting.

== Avant - Garde ==
'''Examples of Brands: [[Rick Owens]], [[Yohji Yamamoto]], [[Julius]], [[Ann Demeulemeester]], Haider Ackermann'''

Avant-Garde (pronounced gɑθ nɪnǰə) is a much less accessible, niche aesthetic. The style is humerously referred to as "Goth-ninja" by those who oppose it, though this should not be mistaken for the appropriate term. The usual defining features of this style are a monochrome / grayscale color palette, unconventional proportions, textures, construction, unique materials - but really, anything goes.

It is a subjective term and therefore there are no real boundaries or rules that dictate whether an unconventional "Dark" look is "Avant - Garde" or not. Ideologies and Philosophy are an important part of the aesthetic, and many of the designers make conscious efforts to differentiate themselves from mass produced garments with no meaning, depth, or "Soul".

Many pieces are made with unique techniques, treatment (dying, tanning, distressing), and materials. Often, brands place a strong focus on distinctive or unorthodox construction of pieces, for example rather than using a conventional nylon lining in a blazer, it will be unlined with raw edges on the inside, or the lining will be made of a linen/nylon blended fiber.

A vast majority of "avant garde" brands place a strong priority on being anti-branding, using minimalist logos on the interior of pieces, generally placing priority on the construction, form, and quality of the garment, above the brand that created it.

Many of the people who appreciate this aesthetic share the same appreciation for craftsmanship, modern design, and anti - consumerism.

==Tumblrcore==
'''Examples of Brands: Most Big Cartel brands, most clothes from Urban Outfitters'''

Tumblrcore is a strange thing to describe. For the most part, females are generally more tumblrcore. This style incorporates a sort of twee/teen style while attempting as well to give it some sort of unique edge to it. Whether that edge be heavy makeup, overdone/dyed hair, Dr. Martens, studded pieces, loud patterns, and many different accessories usually associated with a separate style. A staple is usually the "Galaxy Leggings" which have seemingly overnight become a trend, thick framed or "hipster" glasses, hair dyed in an unnatural color, semi-gaudy shoes, and even excessive jewelry. When attempting this style it should be known that it is very flexible just like the streetwear style is, so it can be a very easy "beginner style" for those who aren't sure about some of the more radical and money consuming styles such as gothninja.

Men's tumblrcore consists widely of bigcartel stores. Usually on tee shirts or snapbacks, screenprinting is done with loud prints or pieces of artwork, or it may be fully blown edgy phrases in white on black.

http://theratedcompany.bigcartel.com/

http://andclothing.bigcartel.com/

Two examples of popular bigcartel stores, showcasing different styles and loud prints typically seen.

==Urban Techwear ==
'''Examples of Brands: [[Acronym]], [[Arc'teryx Veilance]], [[Y-3]], [[Gyakusou]], [[Isaora]], [[Outlier]]'''

Combines clothing with a sort of technical look: Many straps, pockets, zippers etc. Derives from common streetwear, but with the twist that it focuses on human interaction with the elements through technology. Smart fabrics, digital gadgets and the like are coupled with the clothes themselves. Many are also fit for out-of-city wear, such as in exploring natural settings and leaving city limits.

==Heroin Chic==
'''Examples of Brands: [[Dior Homme]] (Hedi Era) mainly, but anything skinny and black applies'''

Heroin chic became popular in the 90's, and it's where ex-Club Kids went to die. Starting with Calvin Klein's campaign featuring Kate Moss, and Vincent Gallo shooting emaciated, drug-addicted looking models, it was quickly devoured as the hottest style. Heroin prices were dropping and the purity was much better at the time, which helped increase it's popularity.
The style was dead in the magazines when in 1999, Gisele Bundchen was dubbed the new supermodel. Nowadays, it carries on in fashion, though with a much lighter tone thanks to our teenagers who insist on dying due to anorexia and make Heroin Chic look evil.

It is more about the body than other styles; you can't be Heroin Chic while looking perfectly healthy and/or plump. First stages of anorexia are preferred, since it's a matter of looking glamourous while feather thin, not dirty and sick. Dark circles under the eyes are a bonus, and you need to appear like an elegant trainwreck. The clothes can be described as 'skinny gothninja meets punk rocker'.

----
Obviously there are more styles. Add them.