Insideout clothing and Susie Green Dance schools annual fashion parade is on again Sunday the 15^th August at 3pm and it will be bigger and better than ever. In fact this will be the 5^th parade that they have hosted together, and from the humble beginnings held in the Masonic hall,  to now with sell out sales held in the Foster War Memorial Arts Centre the parade has certainly become popular event.

 This year money raised from ticket sales will be going to support the local SES to help them with purchasing new equipment such as pumps, chainsaws and other tooling. All money raised for the SES stays within the local branch so you know that when you donate money it will stay in our community. Local member  Peter Graham said they are always looking for new members ‘People join the SES for many different reasons such as helping out the community, or the camaraderie and opportunity to meet new people’. Being in SES gives you the opportunity to learn new skills through their regular training which can teach you skills to assist in storm recovery, to search and rescue operations.

Featuring clothing from the wide range that is available at Insideout clothing you will be treated to new arrival fashions, colour, fun, music and a little humor as well. Never one to take herself too seriously Janine Best of Insideout clothing said “ the parade is a lot of fun. It isn’t like your old fashioned style parade with an MC announcing each model and outfit. We try to let the stories of clothing speak for themselves and with Susie’s creative choreography there is always a lot of fun and laughter involved too’

We will have more to come next week on the finer details of the fashion parade, but make sure you get your tickets early as you don’t want to miss out.  Tickets are available from any dancer at the Susie Green Dance school or call in to Insideout Clothing or contact us direct. Tickets cost just $5 and includes afternoon tea and exclusive deals on the night for any purchases made.

We ALL have parts of our body that we don’t like no matter what our figure type is. There are many things we can do to work on these problem areas such as exercise and healthy eating programs, to more severe surgical enhancing methods such as liposuction.

However, simply by wearing clothing that suits our body shape we can overcome many of these problem areas without resorting to extreme measures.

Fashion and clothing has the ability to make you feel different emotions depending on the occasion they are to be worn for. A tracksuit, for instance, can make you feel ready to burn calories by pounding the pavement for the next hour, or similarly it can encourage you to put on the calories by watching a chick flick with a family sized block of chocolate with rainy weather outside.

The 80’s were well known for the introduction of power dressing which was typically created by wearing a Man style suit with broad shoulder pads. The look was created to portray an image of the powerful woman when equality for women was a very current issue. Whilst the trend for oversized shoulder pads has passed, the theory of power dressing is still relevant as this is what makes you feel good when you dress well. 

 These days we most commonly think about power dressing when we go for a job interview or are asking the boss for a promotion, in these instances we work hard to create a look of success and confidence. The essence of power dressing is important every day and we should use with the simple design principles listed below to feel wonderful, successful and comfortable in every look we create.

Petite

Generally petite people can wear mostly whatever they like so long as it is scaled down to suit their proportions. Vertical lines help to elongate the body and can be used in ways other than stripes including pleats and draping. Be conscious of the horizontal lines created when layering clothing. The more layers the more lines which then breaks up the body into pieces and shortens the body length

Thick Waist

Use layering to effectively hide the flaws. Long straight tee’s/camisoles with straight vests or cardigans can effectively hide many flaws. Avoid wearing tops that are too short and/or tight which show the “muffin top”. Wear straight leg pants that don’t taper too much down the thigh or at the hem.

Large Bust

V-neck lines can be a great frame for a large bust but make sure the neckline is only not too low and shows any kind of cleavage. Layering can also be effective to hide a large bust. Avoid wearing clingy clothing which can follow the curves of the bustline too much. Also try to avoid gathers off yoke panels, high waistbands and tucked in tops.

Broad Shoulders

Avoid halter necklines and racer backlines. Balance broad shoulders out with a fuller skirt.

Straight figure

You need to create the illusion of a more shapely figure by adding shape through design features in the garments. This could include empire line tops, flared skirts and bootleg cut pants. Try selecting a fuller shirt/top and wear a decorative belt to enhance your natural waistline.

Pear Shape

Avoid high waistlines and pants that taper from the hip. Straight and wide leg pants tend to be more flattering.

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Now that summer has reached its end we must clear our summer stock to make way for luxurious and cosy new winter arrivals coming our way. 

Swimwear, summer dresses, boardshorts and much more must all clear and at up to 80% you will want to get in quick or miss out.

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Here are some useful ideas for removing common stains on fabric.

We have collected some tips on methods to remove many common stains on fabric, however they are a guideline only. We do not take any responsibility if these stain removal techniques don’t work for you.

If you are unsure of any method it would be best to err on the side of caution and have your garment professionally cleaned. We hope that the information helps you.

Blood Stain

Wash fresh stains through the washing machine on the cold setting. For older stains use cold water and soap and gentle rubbing.

Grass Stain

Use dry cleaning fluid to spot clean before washing in normal washing powder.

Ink Stain

Sponge out with methylated spirits. This may take some work and the stain will spread as the fabric is wetted with the spirits but stain will eventually lift.

Alternatively some ink stains can be removed easily by spraying the stain with hairspray and then launder as normal.

Chewing Gum

Chill with ice and lift of excess. For any remaining gum spot clean with dry cleaning fluid.

Coffee

Use glycerine with a cotton ball and then wash in the washing machine.

Wine

Gently rub with vinegar and blot dry.

Paint

Use Methylated spirits for water based paints and turpentine of oil based paint stains.

Scorch

Whilst usually a permanent stain marks can sometimes be removed by gently rubbing with fine emery paper. This method is not suitable on fine and delicate fabrics.

Wax

Chill with ice and lift off excess. Spot clean any remaining stain with dry cleaining fluid and launder as normal in hottest temperature for the fabric.

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You may have heard the expression “First Impressions Last” and it is never more true than in a job interview. We have all made an assumption based on the way other people are dressed, but think about how your impression may have changed once you got to know the real person. How long did it take for you to change your mind?

As an employer it is vital to use every second you have with an applicant to establish their suitability for the job. When you dress inappropriately the employer assumes you do not have an understanding of their business.

 So if you were going for a job in my clothing store what might you wear to the interview?? Would you wear the same thing if you were going for a job as a plumber? Consider the job and how appropriate your clothing is to the line of work.

Generally it is suggested to dress one standard higher than you would expect to wear on a daily basis in the job you are applying for. This is not a rule, so take the time to research not only the company, but also the person who is interviewing you to make a judgement of what their expectations might be. It will always be better to be overdressed than underdressed. If you are still not sure ask questions, try speaking to people who work in the kind of business you looking for.

Dressing well for a job is not just about clothing

Reject the Recession with Insideout’s new Stimulus package

We are rejecting the idea of a recession looming over our heads and offering you the Insideout Stimulus package. For every $1 you spend in store we will refund 25c, but hurry because the offer is only valid until the 20th June. Some exclusions apply, ask in store for more details.

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Adding your feedback in the box below will really assist us with our plans for the future – we’d like to help our members as much as we can. Thanks for taking the time to leave a message!

Huge swimwear sale Ends Easter weekend!

Make sure you drop into the Insideout Clothing Store in Main Street Foster and grab a bargain to take with you on your next holiday, or to put away ready for the next Spring/Summer season.

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Here is a list of the properties of fabics commonly used in Australia.

Cotton

Natural fibre from plants. A strong to very strong fibre, it’s strength increases when wet. Cotton is inelastic. This is responsible for the wrinkling and the creasing of cotton garments. This inelasticity also prevents fibres from returning to their original position, sometimes resulting in ‘bagginess’. Cotton has good moisture absorbency, so is a comfortable fibre to wear. Cotton garments are dry-cleanable and machine washable.

Wool

Natural fibre from sheep. Is a warm fibre to wear but can cause “prickly” skin due to the shape of the fibre, the more fine the wool the less prickle. Wool is a weak fibre, becoming weaker when wet and more easily distorted, so wash and dry with care. The elasticity of wool is very good, therefore good wrinkle recovery. Wool is the most absorbent fibre in common use, however causes woollen articles to dry slowly. Follow washing instructions on wool as it is prone to shrinking. Wool is a poor conductor of heat and a good insulator so is regarded as a warm fibre.

Silk

Natural fibre from silk worms. Handle of silk is smooth to very smooth. Silk is a strong fibre but looses strength when wet, so must be laundered delicately. Only wash in cold or warm water as higher temperatures will yellow or dull silk garments. Silk garments are dry-cleanable. Silk is cool to wear.

Linen

Natural fibre from flax plant. Flax is a very strong fibre. It’s strength increases when wet. The inelasticity of flax is responsible for the wrinkling of linen fabrics. When wet, flax becomes even more inelastic and wrinkles more readily, a point to be watched during laundering.

Ramie

Natural fibre from a plant. Ramie comes from a plant with very similar qualities to the flax plant from which linen is produced. Ramie has a very similar appearance to that of linen, however it’s a much coarser and stiffer fibre, therefore ramie is usually found in heavier, stiffer types of clothes while linen can be produced in softer and drapier fabrics. Ramie is dry-cleanable.

Modal

Modal is a bio-based fibre made from beech trees. It is 50% more water absorbent than cotton and just like cotton is designed to be dyed. Modal is essentially a variety of rayon and is resistant to shrinkage and fading. Although modal is a very durable fabric it does not lose any of its hand feel quality making it very smooth and soft to touch. Like cotton, modal should ideally be ironed after washing.

Polyester

Man made fibre from by-products of petrol manufacturing. Polyester is the most common man made fibre. It can be a cheap fibre to produce and readily available therefore used often in cheaper garments. Polyester is a strong to very strong fibre, when wet fibres do not alter in strength. The elasticity of polyester fibres is good therefore making it very wrinkle resistant. Polyester may be regarded as non-absorbent, so is not considered a comfortable fibre to wear in warm weather. Polyester is a poor conductor of heat, so garments may be hot and clammy to wear and its non-absorbency can cause static electricity. Polyester is dry cleanable.

Nylon

Man made fibre from by-products of coal/gas manufacture. Nylon is a strong to very strong fibre, which when wet loses strength. The elasticity of nylon is very good so has good wrinkle recovery. Nylon is not very absorbent so is essentially an uncomfortable fibre to wear and feel hot and clammy to wear, however is quick drying. Nylon is dry cleanable.

Viscose

Man made regenerated cellulose fibre made from trees. Viscose can crease easily but is another cool fibre to wear. Viscose generally has a smooth, lustrous handle and quite good drape. Viscose has a fair strength but loses strength when wet, so care must be taken in laundering. Severe wringing should be avoided. It is a very absorbent fibre making it comfortable to wear. Viscose is dry cleanable.
NB: Viscose is also known as rayon. In Australia the correct name for this fibre is Viscose.

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