Frugalista Offers Fashion at Fair Prices
June 5, 2012 by admin
Filed under Choosing Lingerie
We all have to eat, so there’s a certain irony in a grocery store struggling to stay afloat during a rough economy while a small boutique that sells Michael Kors dresses and Coach handbags succeeds, but that’s exactly what’s happening at Frugalista at 4905 95th St in Oak Lawn.
The shop’s owner, Ayman, had long figured fashion would be more interesting than his previous vocation as a grocer. So when rising taxes coupled with dipping sales rendered his grocery store in Calumet City unfeasible, Ayman followed his dream and opened Frugalista in July 2011. It seems he made the right call.
Frugalista is packed with enough tops, jeans, shoes, lingerie and accessories to please many tastes, ages and styles. Frugalista has also recently increased its variety of plus sizes, too. Ayman says he’ll be getting in a great selection of jewelry from Thailand within a few weeks, which, along with the Fossil wallets and terrific scarves, will make finding unique, interesting gifts in Oak Lawn even easier.
What makes Frugalista special is Ayman’s approach. He takes a cue from designer discount stores like Marshalls and TJ Maxx, but on a micro level. The store’s inventory is constantly changing and, like a Marshalls buyer, Ayman is able to purchase overstocked items, items returned to the maker from department stores, and the occasional factory-damaged item to put on his shelves. (Anything damaged will be clearly marked). A quick scan of the store uncovered Bandolino pumps, Calvin Klein belts, Wacoal bras, a super cute Michael Kors top (in my size), and Buffalo, Silver Rocawear jeans (in many sizes). I was surprised to see kids’ clothes, swimwear and bedsheets, too.
Through this model, Frugalista is able to provide name brand, attractive items to customers at a huge discount. But unlike Marshalls, it doesn’t take an hour to collect an armful of great finds. Ayman is selective; he describes his method as “strategic buying of luxury items.”
The store is dangerous.
Ayman’s got a natural knack for choosing clothes, although he admits he’s learned quite a bit on the job. “The clothing business is tough,” he says. “You have to find your own trend.” He’s learned some things the hard way: “Some things I think will sell well sometimes don’t. Or they sit on the shelves for weeks and then suddenly, they’re all gone.” And although the store has shoes, shirts, and suits for men, Ayman plans to phase out menswear. Men just don’t shop often enough to justify taking up space in the boutique, Ayman theorizes.
Frugalista is also special because Ayman remembers his customers, trusts them, pays attention to their requests, and wants them to score good deals. “The prize for me is when someone leaves happy with something I chose for the shop,” he says.
With just one part-time employee (and occasional help from his wife), Ayman recognizes most of his customers, but if he doesn’t, he makes a point to chat them up. He’s got many regulars, and when new shipments come in (which is often), he is able to point customers toward new arrivals he knows they’d like. One of his regular customers recently had a special event and needed an outfit in a hurry but she couldn’t pay. “I let her postdate the check by a week,” he said.
Even if you’re not a regular, Frugalista will take your personal check. The fourteen-day return policy ensures customers will have confidence in the merchandise. Ayman knows that very few boutiques allow returns or exchanges, but it’s important to Ayman that Frugalista do so:
“I want my customers to feel comfortable, especially if they’re taking a risk.”
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Choosing the right underwear : What bra are you wearing?
June 5, 2012 by admin
Filed under Choosing Lingerie
The previous week is we delved into how the right underwear used for the right occasion. The use of pantyhose, granny panties and g-string fit on specific occasions.
Like I said before, the wearing clothes on the outside won’t be complete without the appropriate ‘inside’ garments. This time we will talk about finding the right brassiere.
I find myself passionate about this particular topic because as a busty woman myself, I struggled during my teen years to find the kind of brassiere that would suit my rather full front. It was also a constant source of worry for my mother, who searched non-stop to find the right kind for me so I would stop looking slumped and clumsy.
It was always a struggle. It was either bra size too small or way too small, all in an effort to get me looking properly shaped up. At first I didn’t understand but as I grew older I realised how essential it was to looking and feeling good.
Ever seen a woman and thought, “hmm… the dress is great but there is something not right with her”? Well that would probably be as a result of the underwear being worn. If it is the upper part of the body it could be the brassiere or the corset. Why? Because they support and shape a woman’s breasts and keep them together.
Finding the right bra doesn’t have to be an ordeal if you know the basics of bra sizing. There are two parts to a bra’s size: the chest size (also called the band size) and the cup size.
It is important that every girl knows her chest size and her cup size. It goes a long way to choose the right brassiere.
If a girl wears a bra that’s the wrong chest size, the bra’s band will either feel tight and uncomfortable around her ribcage or it will be too loose and ride up her breasts.
Bras that are too small in the cup will compress the breasts and force them to bulge out the sides (think armpit boobs). And cups that are too big can wrinkle and pucker, which won’t look good under clothes.
So just to be sure you can put down your own measurements so you know what to go for when bra-shopping.
Place a tape measure under your breasts, snug against the rib cage but not pulled too tight.
Make sure the tape is flat against your back and ribs and that no breast tissue is included in the measurement. Add five inches to that number. This number represents your chest size.
Put on an unpadded bra to measure your cup size. Wrap the tape measure around your body and over the fullest part of your breasts, most likely the tip of the nipples.
Take this number and subtract it from the chest measurement. The difference in inches equals your cup size. For example, less than an inch difference is an AA cup, one inch is an A cup, two inches is a B cup, three inches is a C cup and so on.
Always try on bras before purchasing them to make sure they are comfortable and the straps don’t slip.
Also choosing and wearing a bra can be as difficult as choosing the right size.
Firstly, a bra needs to be push down and should not ride up the back at all. The breasts should also be fully covered in the bra and avoid spillage. (Nasty)
The underwire of the bra should also lie flat against the rib cage and should not prod and poke the skin
The fabric of the brassier is also important as it significant determines the outward look of the attire. The choice of fabric comes to play especially when choosing lingerie.
Keep in mind that you need a bra with a comfortable fabric. A rough fabric will show through a silk or soft material dress. Cotton will provide comfort but will not by itself offer enough shaping and support.
Nylon and polyester are supportive and can be woven into luxurious lace, lustrous satin or light microfibers that feel smooth against your skin. Look for bras with spandex added for the comfort of stretch.
A fabric blend is often your best choice for the perfect combination of skin pampering and pretty shaping.
Source : CityFmOnline
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