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Fashion trends change quickly, but there are plenty of rules of etiquette that are timeless when it comes to dressing oneself. Discover what clothes to wear in all seasons with tips from an etiquette consultant in this free video series on fashion and clothing.
There are 30 videos in this series:
In order to build a basic wardrobe, a man should concentrate on a basic black suit and a second suit, or a black dress and basic blouses for women. Keep two or three types of sweaters in a basic wardrobe with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
When packing for a weekend trip, take things that are thinner, avoid thick fabrics and keep the amount of shoes down to three. Bring denim or basic black pants on a weekend trip with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
A wardrobe for a traveling businesswoman should include a pant suit with a blazer, a neutral-color blouse, a straight black skirt and black pumps. Avoid bringing jeans on a business trip with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
In order to develop a wardrobe, it's important to determine what type of lifestyle is going to be supplemented by this wardrobe. Plan a wardrobe around business or leisure activities with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
When choosing the right bathing suit, consider one that is made out of Lycra, which is a material that holds everything firmly in place. Buy bathing suits that complement body types with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
A basic black dress can be accessorized with any type of necklace, fun-colored shoes and little top jackets. Try wearing a black dress with a sweater on top with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
A man's fall wardrobe should include hoodies, basic sweaters, gray colors, jackets, long-sleeved shirts and rubber shoes. Wear clothes that can be layered in the fall with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
A spring wardrobe for women should include light dresses, pastel colors and flowing dresses that can transition into the summer season. Try wearing fun jackets in the spring with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
A summer wardrobe for women should include colorful tops, flowing metallics, shorter skirts and sheer fabrics for use at night. Use thin fabrics when dressing for the summer season with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
A woman's fall wardrobe should include dark colors, trench coats, tweed skirts, boots and different types of sweaters and pants. Have fun buying jackets and boots for the fall with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
When buying a woman's business suit, it's important to buy the best suit that can be afforded and to start with darker suits. Discover how a woman's business suit jacket should fit with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
If a person has pale skin, complementary colors include navies, pale colors and lavender, while olive or yellow skin is paired with different colors. Learn what colors are complementary to people with olive skin with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
Choosing a perfume is delicate because it should correspond with an individual's personality. Wear lighter perfumes during the day and stronger perfumes at night with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
A man with oily skin should wear weaker colognes because the oily skin allows the scent to last longer. Be aware of daily activities when buying cologne with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
Dressing to go out to a bar should include a mix of shiny and elegant things with more casual attire. Have fun when dressing to go out to a bar with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
A person with a body that is shaped like an hourglass should wear comfortable, flowing clothing. Discover why cropped clothing, on the other hand, looks good on people with rectangular-shaped bodies with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
There are four basic body shapes that require different styles of dress, including the hourglass, the rectangle, the triangle and the inverted triangle. Balance the body parts when dressing for body type with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
Jeans can be dressed up for a business trip by wearing them in conjunction with a blazer. Wear jeans with fun accessories and maintain comfort with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
When men are looking for jeans that fit, they should concentrate on the cut of the jeans. Find out why athletic or larger men should add flare or bagginess to their jeans with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
The first rule of thumb when matching socks to an outfit is that the socks should match the pants, not the shoes. Discover why men's socks should not match their shoes with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
In order to determine bra size, a woman should use measuring tape to measure under the bust. Discover what decides whether a woman is an A, B or C cup with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
When packing a man's suit, leave the sleeve's inside, bring the shoulders out and roll the pants. Pack a man's suit and avoid getting it wrinkled with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
There are many ways to wear a scarf, including the basics with a regular knot, a choker and wearing it like a tie. Learn several ways to tie a scarf with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
Wearing fall colors is easy if colors are chosen to play off of personal coloring. Try to match the color of hair, skin and eyes to the tones of fall colors with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
Clothes that create a slimming effect include clothes with pinstripes, clothes that are layered in the same color and creating the illusion of a complete line that doesn't break. Wear clothes that have the same type of colors to look slimmer with advice from an etiquette consultant in this free video on clothing and fashion tips.
Fashion design is a burgeoning industry, responsible for everything from plain white T-shirts that come in bags of three to high-profile haute couture fashion on the runways of New York, Paris and Milan. A fashion designer often begins with an inspiration or theme in mind before filling fashion croquis with illustrations of collection items: skirts, jackets, lingerie, hats, etc. After weeding through the many rough sketches, a designer finds the best garment ideas and creates cleaner illustrations with notes on fabrics and hems for the manufacturer. Fashion design allows aspiring artists a career of creativity, tangible results and glamor. In this free video series, an etiquette consultant provides fashion advice for both men and women. Discover how to build a man's fall wardrobe, how to build a woman's spring wardrobe and how to buy a woman's business suit. Learn about dressing for body shape, wearing dress-up jeans and wearing slimming dresses. With this fashion advice, men and women alike will be looking good in and out of the office.
Gabriela Garzon Gabriela Garzon is the principal owner of G.G. Image & Etiquette Consulting in Miami, Fla., which is a full-service provider of image consulting, professional and personal etiquette, and international corporate protocol training for businesses. She has designed and taught interactive programs tailored to the needs of each organization, and she specializes in training individuals to develop leadership skills, build self-confidence and enhance personal development. Garzon has a bachelor's degree in international relations and women studies from Florida International University. She is nationally certified as a business etiquette and international protocol consultant.dkdk
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