Holiday Dress Codes

Are you having trouble deciphering dress codes on your party invitations? If so, keep this list of party definitions handy and you'll always be appropriately dressed.
* Black tie - this means a tuxedo for men and long cocktail dresses or dressy evening seperates for women.
* Formal - usually means the same as black tie
* White tie - ultra formal. Men wear full dress with white tie, vest, and shirt. Women wear long evening gowns.
* Black tie optional - men have the option of wearing a tuxedo and women have the option of a formal or cocktail dress.
* Creative black tie - men can go more modern with a tuxedo. Women wear long or short dress or evening seperate depending on the theme. Example - Texas Black Tie or Diamond and Denim.
* Semi-formal or after five - a tuxedo is not required nor a long dress.
* Business formal - same as semi formal except women opt for a more tailored dressy suit or dress.
* Cocktail attire - short elegant dress for her and dark suit for him.
* Informal - same as semi formal
* Festive attire or Holiday attire - choose looks with a bit of sparkle informal or semi formal
* Casual dressy - most anything except jeans.
* Casual - anything goes.

When in doubt ladies, you can never go wrong with the little black dress. You can dress it up or down depending on your jewelry, makeup and hairstyle. Know your audience and don't go overboard. Plan now and you won't be the diva in distress caught without the perfect party dress. Accentuate your positive and never leave home without a fabulously festive attitude.
Have fun!
Joyfully,
Chris

Chris Fulkerson's Grand Glam Makeover

As the New Year approaches many of us think about Turning Over a New Leaf - in other words, making changes in our appearance, habits, or setting new goals. If you're ready to make some major changes and willing to let the community track your progress - then here is a contest for you! Check out the November 6th issue of the Voice Tribune to enter Chris Fulkerson's Grand Glam Makeover. One lucky winner will receive a grand prize makeover package totaling over $15,000 in services.

Starting January 8, 2009, one female will have the makeover of all makeovers. The prize package includes services from me - VIP Studio - including a closet audit, style and figure analysis, poise, posture, and modeling lessons. Other services include Calospa, Imaage, Varga Image Consulting, Blades Salon, Brooks & Co., Louisivlle Athletic Club, and Mortenson Family Dental. The winner will receive clothing from Blink Boutique and Doncaster Apparel along with a closet makeover from California Closets.

Each week Jan - March the winner's progress will be featured in the Voice Tribune along with pictures and a story. The grand finale will be the winner modeling in the AT&T Derby Festival Fashion Show.

To enter simply write a 100 word essay on why you would like and deserve this makeover - send a current picture to Chris Fulkerson c/0 Voice Tribune 130 St. Matthews Ave Suite 300 Louisville, KY 40207. All entries must be post marked by Friday November 28, 2008. The winner will be featured in the paper on December 11.

Don't miss this chance of a lifetime. Turn 2009 into the beginning of a new life, new look, new you! Good Luck

Joyfully,
Chris