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| − | + | Mini skirts are fun fashion items that are never really ''out'' of style. Anyone can rock a mini skirt as long as you pay attention to the shirt, shoes, and accessories that you pair it with. It's easy to show off your legs and look stellar in the right mini skirt -- just remember to have the attitude that goes with it. | |
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#* '''Very tight, short, or otherwise revealing minis''' tend to be favored by younger wearers, or those with good physiques. | #* '''Very tight, short, or otherwise revealing minis''' tend to be favored by younger wearers, or those with good physiques. | ||
#*'''A-line skirts''' This is the basic skirt that has been customized to a great extent. With slight flare having rough shape of capital letter ‘A’, it fits at the waist while slightly touching hips and thighs; it is broader at the hem. | #*'''A-line skirts''' This is the basic skirt that has been customized to a great extent. With slight flare having rough shape of capital letter ‘A’, it fits at the waist while slightly touching hips and thighs; it is broader at the hem. | ||
| − | #*'''Older wearers''' are likely to feel more comfortable in minis that don’t cling. Consider such choices as kilts, wraps and pleats.<ref name="CBS">CBS, The Early Show, [http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2003/05/15/earlyshow/living/beauty/main554133.shtml Miniskirt Rules For Any Age]</ref> ''The Early Show'' advice also suggests that darker colors are better for a more professional and elegant look.<ref name="CBS" | + | #*'''Older wearers''' are likely to feel more comfortable in minis that don’t cling. Consider such choices as kilts, wraps and pleats.<ref name="CBS">CBS, The Early Show, [http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2003/05/15/earlyshow/living/beauty/main554133.shtml Miniskirt Rules For Any Age]</ref> ''The Early Show'' advice also suggests that darker colors are better for a more professional and elegant look.<ref name="CBS" /> |
#*'''A high-waisted mini''' can give the impression of hanging lower on the leg than it really does, making it more work appropriate. | #*'''A high-waisted mini''' can give the impression of hanging lower on the leg than it really does, making it more work appropriate. | ||
#*'''A casual, mid-length mini''' goes with everything and is good for everyday use. | #*'''A casual, mid-length mini''' goes with everything and is good for everyday use. | ||
#Consider pairing your skirt with tights, stockings or leggings. | #Consider pairing your skirt with tights, stockings or leggings. | ||
#*'''If you'd like to dress your skirt up with nude tights''', pair them with a closed-toe shoe. | #*'''If you'd like to dress your skirt up with nude tights''', pair them with a closed-toe shoe. | ||
| − | #*'''For an older, mature look''', consider opaque tights.<ref name=" | + | #*'''For an older, mature look''', consider opaque tights.<ref name="CBS" /> Choose black, chocolate brown, plums and steel greys for the colors. Leave lighter colors to the teenage crowd, as they tend to emphasize their legs. |
#*'''Leggings or half-leggings''' can make a miniskirt more modest, sporty, and versatile. | #*'''Leggings or half-leggings''' can make a miniskirt more modest, sporty, and versatile. | ||
#*'''For a spunkier look that works especially well with simple skirts''', buy fishnet or patterned tights. | #*'''For a spunkier look that works especially well with simple skirts''', buy fishnet or patterned tights. | ||
