Wicking Undies Can Help Fund-Raising Walker Keep Her Cool
Dear Fashion Police: My daughter will be participating in the Avon Breast Cancer 3-Day walk in October. It starts in Santa Barbara and ends in Malibu. She’s looking for underwear that is made from Coolmax fibers that take the moisture away from the skin. Your help in finding these would be greatly appreciated.
--PROUD MOM No. 1
Dear Mom No. 1: Your daughter has our sincere admiration for participating in this walk, which is scheduled for other parts of the U.S. as well, and raises money for nonprofit breast health programs, support services for women undergoing breast cancer treatment and medical research. Anyone that dedicated certainly deserves to have comfortable underwear. (For more information on the walk, go online to https:// www.breastcancer3day.org ).
Coolmax undies, made from moisture-wicking microfiber, are offered by Title Nine Sports, which carries athletic clothing and gear for women. The Coolmax panties are made with a bit of Lycra and come in bikini briefs, full briefs and regular briefs. They’re available in sizes small through extra-large, in white, black and heather gray, and sell for $13. The company also carries other Coolmax items, including boxer shorts, camisoles and T-shirts. Title Nine has a printed catalog and a Web site; call (800) 609-0092 or go to https://www.title9sports.com.
Patagonia, the respected outwear and activewear company, has its version of microfiber underwear, called Capilene. Its silk weight brief comes in light blue, black and white, in sizes extra-small to extra-large, and sells for $17.50. Call (800) 638-6464 or visit the Web site at https://www.patagonia.com.
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Dear Fashion Police: My 19-year-old daughter needs a business suit for college, work, interviews, etc. Any suggestions on where and what to buy that would look professional and appropriate for a young woman, but still have style and individuality?
--PROUD MOM No. 2
Dear Mom No. 2: Suits are making a strong showing this fall, proving that casual office dress codes can’t kill a classic. Our favorite suit look is the slightly fitted, notch-collar jacket, fastened with one or two buttons, falling above or below the hip. Designers are also showing double-breasted suits if she prefers that look. Either way, the jacket is worn with a skirt, preferably at least knee-length. It is either straight or slightly A-lined. This can be worn with a tailored blouse, or, for a less formal look, a jewel-neck sweater or turtleneck. Your daughter should try to find a suit that has pants to match, which will extend her options. She should choose a style that’s fairly basic, in a neutral color such as black, navy or gray. She can add her own spin with tops and accessories.
Blouses and sweaters are body-conscious--loose and oversized is not the look. Boots are everywhere for fall, from short to knee-length, flat to high-heel. Heels may be impractical for the office, so tell her to stick with a flat or low heel she can walk in. Belts are big, too, either very wide or skinny, the latter worn twice-wrapped around the waist. We’re sure your daughter wants to project a professional, competent image at an interview or a new job, so here’s a brief list of wardrobe hints: Don’t wear skirts that are too short, and don’t load up on accessories. Save that for after-hours. Sweaters and tops shouldn’t be extremely tight or low-cut. If she works in an place with a more relaxed dress code, she should dress appropriately but never look like she threw on whatever was clean.
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