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Slideshow: One Little Black Dress Equals Four Great Looks

January 7, 2009

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By Rozalynn S. Frazier
From Health magazine

Take a classic black dress from work to weekend (and beyond!) with these extras. View the slideshow.

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How to Dress for Your Shape

September 10, 2008

From Health magazine

Whether you’ve got curves or none at all, our fashion experts can help you look sexy, turn heads, and feel great in your shape. Read More

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Your Shape: What to Wear if You’re Pear-Shaped

September 10, 2008

By Julie Gouterman
From Health magazine

Some of the cutest clothes out there are great for slimming hips, butt, and thighs—just ask Jessica Healy, 27; our experts helped her accentuate her shape.

[PHOTOS BY KAREN PEARSON]

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Look Slim While You Lose

August 22, 2008

By Kimberly Dawn Neumann
From Health magazine

OK, so you’re three months into your Feel Great Weight Plan, and your body is shrinking. And while you may feel like a work in progress, there’s no better time than now to start choosing clothes that make you look fabulous—and give you the incentive to keep losing big. Check out the makeovers style guru Daisy Lewellyn gave our three Feel Great Weight candidates, and steal her tricks for styling yourself slender. Read More

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Look Slim: Our Fashion Expert’s Tips

August 22, 2008

By Kimberly Dawn Neumann
From Health magazine

Drop two sizes instantly with these five rules from fashion expert Daisy Lewellyn.

Think smooth bottom line. Properly fitting undies can help you look pounds lighter. We like support undergarments from Spanx, Maidenform, and Bali. (Be sure they don’t pinch your waist and create a muffin top.) Read More

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Look Slim: Vanessa Trost

August 22, 2008

By Kimberly Dawn Neumann
From Health magazine

Vanessa Trost, 38
Marketing and public relations consultant
Height: 6′
Goal weight: 170 lbs.

“These tapered, black skinny jeans make Vanessa’s long legs look lean,” style expert Daisy Lewellyn says. “The green top’s open neckline gives her body a more balanced and trim look. Plus, the sleeves on the neutral blazer (which we tied in back to give the illusion of a tiny waist) help to camouflage her fuller upper arms.” Read More

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Look Slim: Susan Chapman

August 22, 2008

By Kimberly Dawn Neumann
From Health magazine

Susan Chapman, 39
Global head of operations, Citi Realty Services
Height: 5′ 9″
Goal weight: 199 lbs.

“This belted, longer-length blouse creates the illusion of a small waist (read: knockout curves!) and the open neckline lengthens her body,” style expert Daisy Lewellyn says. “The flattering pencil skirt shows off Susan’s toned calves—and the red shoes help draw the focus to them!” Read More

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Look Slim: Tiffany Walling McGarity

August 22, 2008

By Kimberly Dawn Neumann
From Health magazine

Tiffany Walling McGarity, 36
Photographer and producer
Height: 5′ 4″
Goal weight: 135 lbs.

“The boning in this satin top gives it structure—a corseted effect that smooths out Tiffany’s upper torso,” style expert Daisy Lewellyn says. “And its cut provides excellent pooch camouflage. The dark jeans (always slimming) have a little extra length to make her legs appear a mile long.” Read More

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Fight the Frizzies

July 8, 2008

By Rozalynn S. Frazier
From Health magazine

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Keep the frizzies under control with these smoothing essentials.

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Fight the Frizzies: Mousse and Shine Spray

July 8, 2008

By Rozalynn S. Frazier
From Health magazine

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Curl power
Whether you’re looking to rein in free-spirited curls or breathe life into droopy ones, moisturizing Redken Fresh Curls Spring Mousse ($14.95 at salons) keeps hair looking fresh (and naturally lively) all day long.

Shine secret
It’s a fact: Summer brings out the worst in hair. But you can keep poofiness at bay by using a lightweight, nongreasy shine spray that won’t weigh down strands. One to try: Tresemmé No-Frizz Shine Spray ($3.99; drugstores and retailers).