Bring Out the Love: Wear Red on Valentine’s Day

It’s no coincidence that red is considered the color of love. It’s not just folklore or Hallmark’s doing either. Studies have proven that the color red has an impact on a man’s reaction to a woman. Yes, red clothing will turn your man on. A sexy red dress, a simple red sweater, or a slick red ladies suit could do more than make you look amazing; these red clothes could make him want you even more. Happy Valentine’s Day! According to a 2008 study completed by the University of Rochester, “the color red makes men feel more amorous toward women. And men are...

Breaking Up is Easy to Do: Ladies Suits

There’s no outfit more versatile than a suit. Dress suits, skirt suits, black suits, green suits, business suits, church suits…the list could go on and on. Not just because there are hundreds of ladies suit styles and types to choose from, but because one suit can be broken up and worn as part of several different outfits too. For example, one skirt suit could result in four different outfits. Take the suit jacket and dress it down with jeans or dress it up with another complementary pair of slacks. Wear the jacket with a dress and cute heels. Take the skirt and go...

‘The New Shape of Things’ – Plus Size Models Weighing In

V Magazine describes itself this way: “V is a magazine about fashion with a capital F and all the things that go with it: art, music, film, architecture…you name it.” In their online description they go on to say that V Magazine is where couture meets underground chic. In the past, they illustrated this with the typical skin and bones models on its pages. For example, the latest cover features the ever-thin Natalie Portman. But that’s about to change, at least according to all the hype the magazine is pulling for its “size issue.” The Chanel-famed Karl...

Welcome All Women Over 35 – We Have Not Forgotten About Your Fashion Needs

I recently stumbled upon an article in The Wall Street Journal, titled “The Forgotten Market Online – Older Women” that pointed out how women over 35 have few options when it comes to online shopping and browsing. The reporter, Christina Binkley, did an amazing job assessing existing fashion sites that combine social media, online shopping, and our current fashion culture. She stated that NPD Group, a market research company, determined that women over 35 are responsible for 65% of online apparel purchases. This corresponds with the fact that baby boomers as a whole...

Eco-Friendly Bridesmaids Dresses and Our Eco-Beautiful Weddings Magazine Debut

Eco-friendly bridesmaid’s dresses are a DressMakerInABox.com specialty. Not only do we have a dedicated line of bridesmaid dresses, but we can create every dress in silk, which is a natural protein. Silk is great for sensitive skin or those with certain allergies. On top of that great fact, most organic silk is produced using an eco-friendly process too. DressMakerInABox.com promotes the use of eco-friendly fabrics and the eco-friendly practice of re-purposing bridesmaid dresses into new clothing and home décor, because let’s face it, you’re not going to wear that...

Announcing the Pearly Holiday Giveaway Winners

Congratulations to Erica, Angela, and Maggie! Each of you have been randomly chosen to receive a piece of beautiful pearl jewelry from DressMakerInABox.com. Thank you to everyone who entered our holiday giveaway and for sharing your thoughts on our ladies jackets. We appreciate each and every one of you. Happy Holidays! ps – By the way, the overall consensus is that the hand-painted raglan sleeve ladies jacket is a...

Last Chance to Enter Our Holiday Jewelry Giveaway

You have until tomorrow, Wednesday December 16, at 8am Pacific Standard Time to enter the DressMakerInABox.com Pearly Holiday Giveaway. Simply tell us about your favorite DressMakerInABox.com ladies jacket and we’ll enter you to win. Click here to read the rest of the details and to...

5 Fashionable Holiday Gifts

Time is running out. Have you gotten your beloved lady friends and family members their holiday gifts? Here are five ideas sure to impress. 1. Bags, bags, and more bags. I really do like FranklinCovey for their style and price. Check out this tote. 2. A red knit jacket with pants. I know, I know, it’s hard to buy clothes for someone else. But it’s not hard to order a Fitting Garment from DressMakerInABox.com for your friend or family member to use. The Fitting Garment is free and will make an excellent gift, because she will then be able to have designer fashions...

Our Custom Made Floral Fashions Featured on Melange

We recently told you about our custom made floral fashions, which were influenced by the artwork of Heidi Rand at Garden Arts Delights. Well, Heidi was interviewed by the crew at Melange, a mixed media team for artists who sell on Etsy. Melange frequently features artists and their works, which is why Heidi had the chance to sit down with them. In the interview Heidi also mentioned DressMakerInABox.com, which tickles us pink. Thanks again, Heidi! Below is a quick excerpt of that interview, or you can find the entire interview by visiting the Melange site. ****** Question:...

Choose a Jacket and Get a Prize – Let US Do Your Holiday Shopping

A few days ago we told you about our first ever giveaway here on DressMakerInABox.com. We’re really excited to give three lucky winners a special holiday gift this year. Of course, if you don’t want to keep the pearls you can always re-gift the items to someone you love:) Contest ends next Wednesday. Don’t wait; click here for the sign-up details. Looking forward to the...