About jvonstratton

Seattle Costume and Custom Garment Designer

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  Where can I rent a man's dress summer outfit in a Gatsby theme?

  0 0 Also, try Mario's downtown. They have some interesting mens suits. jvonstratton answered in Costumes about 1 year ago Answer, comment & read 2 more answers »

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  What are some good brands of natural sunscreen?

  1 0 Visit: www.cosmeticsdatabase.com It's a GREAT place to search for every type of beauty and body care product. It's a non-profit site that lists the ingredients and toxicity levels of all brands, rating from 0 (no toxins) to 10 (the highest levels). You'd be surprised that all high end department store and drugstore brand cosmetics rate in the 8,9,10's. Yikes! You can search for sunscreen, and the lowest level will come up first. Some will have reviews, and links on where to buy. I use Badger SPF 30. $15 on amazon. jvonstratton answered in Hair/Body Care about 1 year ago Answer, comment & read 4 more answers »

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  Why are mens clothes so boring?

  0 0 If you really want some unusual pieces, you may have to A.) Learn to sew. B). Invest in some European designers and purchase online. Check out: Danish designer Henrik Vibskov http://new.henrikvibskovboutique.com/home.aspx That site features a lot of innovative designers, and carry both mens and womenswear, it'd be good to take a look at. Another of my personal favorites is: JC De Castelbajac http://www1.yoox.com/searchresult.asp/tskay/3FD17CD7/dept/men/type/1/textsearch/JC+DE+CASTELBAJAC/toll/P/ipp/40/gender/U jvonstratton answered in Men's Fashion about 1 year ago Answer, comment & read 8 more answers »

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  I'm a 6'1" 275# dude. What dress size would that be? About.

  1 0 This might help: http://www.womenssizechart.com/ Looks like you may be a 3x/4x or 28. :-) jvonstratton answered in Costumes about 1 year ago Answer, comment & read 7 more answers »

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  Should I sport a man purse?

  1 0 Nevermind a 'man-purse'. Get yourself a Holster: https://www.coolthings.com/koffski-holster-bags-make-for-manliest-man-bag-in-town/ Ha! :-) jvonstratton answered in Men's Fashion about 1 year ago Answer, comment & read 23 more answers »

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  How should I decorate a cape?

  0 0 As for a timeless color that can be useful for a few different costumes, think Black, Dark Blue, or Red. I would use a medium weight low sheen satin, like a Duchess Satin. It looks more luxe than a super shiny satin, but does not cost an arm and a leg like silk. http://www.fabric.com/SearchResults2.aspx?Source=Header&SearchText=duchess+satin&CategoryID=1d5f47dc-9991-4088-93f3-26a376046a5e jvonstratton answered in Costumes about 1 year ago Answer, comment & read 7 more answers »

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  What are we wearing to Worn Out?

  0 0 I'll second Stella's answer! But really, it's your prerogative. jvonstratton answered in Women's Fashion about 1 year ago Answer, comment & read 3 more answers »

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  what is with all the loose fitting short shirts this season?

  1 0 Try shopping on ModCloth.com or at H and M. They both carry summer looks that range in styles. I understand where you are coming from. Bohemian was never my thing. You can always try hunting around Forever 21 and less expensive places too, for a look that you like. Then once you're happy with a silhouette, you'll know what to look for in the future. Classic vintage looks are always suitable on women of every shape, fyi. :-) jvonstratton answered in Women's Fashion about 1 year ago Answer, comment & read 3 more answers »

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  what is the "Must Have" accessory for fashionable women in spring/summer 2011

  3 0 Wedge Platform heels, and a one color goes-with-everything rhinestoned bra. To wear with printed high waist skirts. jvonstratton answered in Women's Fashion about 1 year ago Answer, comment & read 2 more answers »

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  post-gaga, what is the next trend we will see all the scene queens follow?

  2 0 Grunge Redux jvonstratton answered in Costumes about 1 year ago Answer, comment & read 6 more answers »

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