Fashion Tips/Questions Answered by Expert Amanda C.
| Subject | Date Asked |
| Long(knee length) Skirts | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: I am going to a boarding school next year and part of the uniform is a skirt at or just above the ... A: Have you tried department stores? They will have more variety. I know the Lauren brand (Ralph ... | |
| Flattering Clothes | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: This weekend I'm going on a shopping trip to buy clothes for my upcoming senior school year (high ... A: That is fun that you are shopping for a new wardrobe! Some tips to flatter your figure would be to ... | |
| What to wear? | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: i am invited to a cousins civil partnership service in September.He is having a themed ... A: I would recommend a bias cut black dress since you are a slim size 8-10 that would I am sure look ... | |
| night out | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: hey, im size 8-10 (uk sizing) and im going out to a clubbing night and me and my friends are meeting ... A: Hey! I would go with a nice sleeveless top (maybe something black or silver?) black skinny pants and ... | |
| how to dress preppy? | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: I'm about 5'8'' and very skinny with long brown hair, and I was wondering what clothes would look ... A: Is there a particular designer whose style you like? Ralph Lauren and Brooks Brothers have some ... | |
| Help with shoe color | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering for advice on whether to get black heels or to go with gold or silver with a dark ... A: Depending on how formal the wedding is, and the style and shade of red, your shoe choice could go a ... | |
| Sponsoring | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: How can that be arranged? Who do I need to contact to get it done? A: Hey Roberto, I am not sure who your exact contact would be. I would start by using the contact ... | |
| job interview outfit | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I'm going in for an interview at Aldo Shoes for assistant manager position! I'm super stoked for the ... A: Congrats on getting the interview! Sorry for the delay with this response, I am on vacation but for ... | |
| in need of a new style | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: hey Amanda, i am about 6'6 and weigh about 275 lbs. i need help on figuring out a new style because ... A: So sorry for the delay with this response, I ask on vacation but for some reason my account wasn't ... | |
| wearing T-shirts | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: Is it in style to tuck just the front of your T-shirt into your jeans? I've seen this and have been ... A: Tucking in just the front of the shirt has been seen a lot in men's fashion editorials and on in ... | |
| dressing with dark red hair | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: I am also an expert on this service in the orthopedic area so I really can appreciate the time you ... A: I am sorry for the delay in my response! I did not get the original email! Your new hair ... | |
| Fall fashion for 50+ working woman | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: I am a well established business professional and have reached the point in my career where I don't ... A: I would start with some separates in some of the beautiful tones that were on the runway for Fall, ... | |
| Husband's clothes | 7/9/2008 |
| Q: My husband is in desperate need of a makeover. His wardrobe is right out of the 80's...Jeans, white ... A: How does your husband feel about his "look"? Does he take an interest in shopping, clothing, etc.? ... | |
| Accessories with Brown Dress | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I am going to an outdoor cocktail party on Saturday and just bought a brown v-neck dress to wear. I ... A: I would stick with gold accessories as well. Since you mentioned the dress is a v-neck, maybe go ... | |
| Purse Party | 7/3/2008 |
| Q: I recently saw a woman in the mall with a lovely purse and she said she got it from a purse party at ... A: Hey Tiffany, From what I have found online, the merchandise carried at purse aries varies from city ... | |
| Clothes for my wife | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: Help! I am a happily married man (married 44 years) to a wonderful wife who continually expresses ... A: Congrats on being married 44 years! Since you live in San Diego I am assuming there is a Macy's or ... | |
| Choosing a Tie | 5/31/2008 |
| Q: Hey Amanda, Would just like to thank you for spending your time here on AllExperts helping clueless ... A: Hey Ivan! First off, nice choice for the the jacket and shirt! :) With the tie, it is really ... | |
| Dress Lengths | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: What are the fashionable dress lengths? A: The maxi dress is very fashionable at the moment, continuing it's popularity from last year. ... | |
| WINTER WHITE | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: CAN WINTER WHITE TROUSERS BE USED FOR FROMAL EVENING WEAR? A: Yes, definitely. I would suggest wearing a winter white top as well and accessorizing with gold or ... | |
| baby doll top | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I have a sequined (on top part) baby doll top in silver/gray, bottom part is shiny polyster. What ... A: It sounds like this top would look good paired back to a white bottom...maybe white denim or pant ... | |
| Fashion | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: What should be the colour of your socks ? Should they match the colour of your shoes or should they ... A: You should try to match your socks with your trousers. Ideally, a sock featuring both colors (pin ... | |
Amanda C.
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
Questions regarding current trends, men's and women's fashion, coordination, styling, accessories as well as shopping tips.
Experience
Worked in industry for 7 years and for designers Michael Kors, Ralph Lauren. Completed Masters degree in field.
Publications
Sex Roles (Behavioral Science Journal)
Education/Credentials
MS Textiles, Merchandising and Interiors. Specializing in Fashion Merchandising
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