Sizing Up the Competition

I've discovered a great new website dedicated to helping women find clothes that fit their body types. It is called MyShape (www.myshape.com). And to partake of the ever growing selection of outfits by body-type, you enter myriad measurements of yourself into a slightly time-consuming form (it's well worth it in the end, though) and viola! Through the magic of the website, you'll receive a detailed report on what your specific body shape is and what that means to you when shopping for clothes.

There are seven distinct body shapes: M-Y-S-H-A-P-E (what a coincident those letters spell out my shape! hehe), and there is a brief description for each one. Once you have established your shape letter, it is off to shop. The site is fairly new, and they seem to add new pieces to it quite often. The pieces can be a bit pricey, but they do have some good deals and sale items. Here are a few pieces that fit various shapes...


Layered Blouson Top, $258, Cynthia Steffe; Stretch Jean, $69, Tribal; Soft Leather Belt, $85, Cartellini (for shapes M S H A)


Surplice Dress, $138, Notice (for shapes M Y S P)


Fancy Henley Tee, $29, Basil & Maude (for all shapes)


Tweed Trouser, $69, Margaret M (for shapes M Y A)

LWD (Little White Dress)

Your "it" dress -- you know, the dress that can make you feel and look spectacular no matter what your mood or you calorie intake. It's an institution for style-mavens everywhere: your Little Black Dress, aka LBD.

Well ladies, this year you can add one more hanger to your ever-growing closet with the newest take on the LBD: the Little White Dress! That's right, LWDs are this season's biggest hit for women of every shape & size. They ooze sophistication and will be this spring & summer's go to dress. They are crisp & fresh looking and perfect for a Sunday brunch, a picnic at a park or a Saturday night concert under the stars. Whatever occasion you may have, your LWD is the perfect compliment to it.

And what's even better, there are so many great styles & prices to choose from. Just take a look at two options below...

Designer Look

















Dress, $305, Cynthia Steffe
















Shoes, $770, Christian Louboutin

Bargain Look

















Dress, $24, Old Navy














Shoes, $72.95, Nine West


Totals
Designer Look: $1075
Bargain Look: $96.95
Wow! That is a savings of $978.05!!!