Shopping Advice

Chictopia
Fashion community site where readers comment on uploaded photographs.
http://www.chictopia.com

Fabriclink's Shopping Guide
Consumer information on characteristics of textile fibres and blends, current fashion colours, and how to read a garment label.
http://www.fabriclink.com/RetailersForum/ShoppingGuide.cfm

Fashion 411: Plus Size
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

FashionPatrol
A guided tour of the world of fashion shopping online.
http://www.fashionpatrol.com

Good Housekeeping: Men's White Shirts
Find out which shirts fit well, stay crisp through the day, and stand up to numerous washings.
http://magazines.ivillage.com/goodhousekeeping/consumer/beauty/articles/0,12873,284522_290090,00.html

Leather Substitutes' Resource Guide
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

Mybeautifulboutique.com
Boutique lifestyle magazine with directory featuring Irish and English boutiques.
http://www.mybeautifulboutique.com

Ohio State University: Buying Casual Knit Shirts
Technical article on the qualities of knit shirts includes advice on shopping and care.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5571.html

Ohio State University: How to Buy T-Shirts
Offers information on the characteristics of a quality T-shirt.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/ccues/tshirt.html

Ohio State University: Selecting a Blouse
Describing the elements to the ideal blouse and what to look for when purchasing.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5547.html

Ohio State University: Selecting Insulated Vests and Jackets
Examining insulation, outer fabrics, construction and other elements of these insulated garments.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5540.html

Ohio State University: Selecting Jeans
Examining fibre, fabric, styles and construction of jeans.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5541.html

Ohio State University: Selecting Sweatsuits, Fleece Separates and Warm-Ups
Discusses fibre content, styles and special features.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5542.html

Ohio State University: Selecting Tailored Shirts and Blouses
Fibre, fabric, finishes, construction, size, styling and care information.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/5000/5548.html

Petite Personal Shopper
UK-based site offers information, advice and links to online retailers for women who wear clothes in petite sizes.
http://www.petitepersonalshopper.com

Sewing Modest Dresses
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/

Shape Your Style
Site provides information on choosing the best clothes for their body shape, and the best hairstyle and glasses for their face shape.
http://www.shapeyourstyle.com

Vegan Shoes
Featuring thoughts and opinions relating to vegan shoes.
http://www.vegan-shoes.com

Wardrobe Workshop
Written for the businesswoman, discusses typical wardrobe woes and provides advice. Includes information on seasonal colours.
http://www.wardrobeworkshop.ca

Where Did She Get It?
Informational website assisting users on sourcing fashion items through a knowledge-sharing community.
http://www.wheredidshegetit.com