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Examining fibre, fabric, styles and construction of jeans.
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Selecting Jeans, HYG-5541-93 They are worn for every aspect of daily life, from work to leisure to dancing. Available in a variety of styles, colors, fabrics and prices, jeans provide a real challenge to the comparative shopper. Fiber Most jeans are made from...Discusses fibre content, styles and special features.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5542.html
An in-depth guide for those attempting to reduce or eliminate their use of animal skins for clothing and all kinds of shoes and boots, including work boots, weather-related shoes, and ballet slippers.
http://unreasonable.org/vegan/leather-substitutes.html
Technical article on the qualities of knit shirts includes advice on shopping and care.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5571.html
A guided tour of the world of fashion shopping online.
http://www.fashionpatrol.com
Consumer information on characteristics of textile fibres and blends, current fashion colours, and how to read a garment label.
http://www.fabriclink.com/ShoppingGuide.html
Offers information on the characteristics of a quality T-shirt.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/ccues/tshirt.html
Find out which shirts fit well, stay crisp through the day, and stand up to numerous washings.
http://magazines.ivillage.com/go...es/0,12873,284522_290090,00.html
Describing the elements to the ideal blouse and what to look for when purchasing.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5547.html
Examining insulation, outer fabrics, construction and other elements of these insulated garments.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5540.html
Fibre, fabric, finishes, construction, size, styling and care information.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5548.html
Written for the businesswoman, discusses typical wardrobe woes and provides advice. Includes information on seasonal colours.
http://www.wardrobeworkshop.ca
Professional stylist reveals secrets to looking sexier, taller and thinner. Also fashion trends and free guides to designer shops.
http://www.fashion-411.com/Plus_size_clothing.htm
A site that aims to share reviews on patterns (especially those available online) for sewing modest dresses and clothing for women and girls.
http://www.sewmodestclothing.com/
UK-based site offers information, advice and links to online retailers for women who wear clothes in petite sizes.
http://www.petitepersonalshopper.com
Tips on fashion and colour, newsletter, and selling "image makeovers".
http://www.sheilasfashionsense.com
Blog-based site with shopping links and tips.
http://www.michellescloset.com/
Featuring thoughts and opinions relating to vegan shoes.
http://www.vegan-shoes.com