Amy's Advice: Best Tips & Hints From the Stars
January 2008’s, issue of InStyle Magazine collected the “Best 250 Tips & Hints From the Stars”. Here’s what I consider the best of the best & truly timeless advice. Enjoy!
- “HudsonBrand jeans are best for anyone with curves” – Vanessa Williams
- “If you have a big bust, never wear crew-neck t-shirts. They make chests look bigger. I opt for V-necks.” - America Ferrera
- “Always sit up straight.” – Alison Lohman
- “I could walk from Montana to LA in Gunmetal shoes. They look good and are comfortable.” – Halle Berry
- “Don’t wear anything you have to pull, tape or tuck. You don’t want to constantly worry about how you look.” – Jamie-Lynn Sigler
- “Long dresses bring out the adult in you and make you feel serious. Short dresses make you feel playful and frisky.” – Kerry Washington
- “If you put on something that looks good but isn’t comfortable, reassess to make sure it’s really worth wearing.” – Angelica Huston
- “Forget the old rules. I love white all year round. It’s cooler to wear it when you aren’t supposed to.” – Rachel Bilson
- “If you want to wear comfortable heels, go for a pair of Cole Haans – some have Nike Air pockets in them.” – Julia Stiles
- “I exercise regularly. Working out is a positive thing to do. You are unstoppable when you feel confident and beautiful.” – Jessica Biel
- “Flea markets are where I find unique clothes with original fabrics and shapes.” – Ginnifer Goodwin
- “For big chests, look for tops with shape. I have to wear things that go in at the waist or I can look pregnant.” – Jessica Simpson
- “Always check the rear view. Once in high school, my skirt was tucked into my underwear. Now I always check the back.” – Julie Benz
- “Try individual false lashes. For a big event, all you need to wear are fake lashes to look glamorous.” – Daisy Fuentes
- “If you aren’t sure about what you have on, you won’t go out the door looking great. Be confident in your choice.” – Cindy Crawford
- “Always put on sunscreen.” – Anna Paquin
- “Follow your instinct. If someone convinces you to wear something you don’t like, it’ll look bad.” – Evan Rachel Wood
- “European designers are about curves. Dolce & Gabbana makes me feel like Sophia Loren.” – Catherine Zeta-Jones
- “I like black. It’s little ninja, but I never feel under or over-dressed. It’s just chic.” – Tia Carrere
- “Zappos.com is a large-footed girl’s dream. I have a size 11 foot and find everything I need there.” – Gabrielle Reece
- “I have a rule: when I get a new sweater, I get rid of two.” – Teri Hatcher
- “Slimmers are the best trick. They tuck you in and make you feel great.” – Eve
- “Versace makes great pants that fit the girl with a little junk in the trunk, so they are good for me!” – Halle Berry
- “Jewelry in a safe? Stack it on and enjoy it!” – Catherine Zeta-Jones
- “It might be a drag to spend $20 to alter a pair of jeans, but the right length makes all the difference.” - Cheryl Hines
- “When I do a nude eye, I’ll put on false lashes to thicken up the lash line. It makes the eye look fabulous.” – Hayden Panettiere
- “There’s something extraordinarily sexy about exposing the collarbone or the nape of your neck.” – Isla Fisher
- “I’m a big Topshop girl. Since the clothes are so inexpensive, it’s fine if they get holes in them.” – Keira Knightley
- “The ideal body shape is an X – broad top and hips, and tiny waist. You can fake it with the right design of a dress.” – Constance Marie
- “As you get older it’s about getting the right bra for your figure. Figleaves.com is a great resource.” – Dana Delany
- “Spanx works magic!” – Molly Shannon
- “Before a big event, take photos of yourself in your outfit to make sure the whole look works. “ – Serena Williams
- “I don’t always go to the gym four times a week. It’s important to enjoy a steak and martini once in a while.” – Natasha Richardson
- “From stylists I’ve learned to get things altered, since everyone’s body is different.” – Sandra Bullock
- “Know what suits you and wear it.” – Demi Moore
- “Putting on everyday makeup should not take more than 15 minutes.” – Eva Mendes
- “With make-up, play up either the eyes or the lips, but not both.” – Emily Deschanel
- “Juicy Couture jeans are well cut and fit my body.” – Halle Berry
- “Never do designer all the way. It’s not practical. Mix your streetwear with high fashion.” – Hilary Duff
- “Sleep! A good night’s sleep or a nap before an even keeps you looking and feeling energetic.” – Kristen Bell
- “Always shave your armpits.” – January Jones
- “Aging happens to every one of us. Once you accept it, it unburdens you.” – Michelle Pfeiffer
- “Just because a trends happens doesn’t mean you should adopt it. Wear what best fits your shape.” – Janet Jackson
- “A designer told me to pin a safety pin into whatever you are wearing. You might lose a button or need to help a friend.” – Rachael Leigh Cook
- “My stylist coached me on how to stand for photos. Always put one leg forward and one hand on your hip.” – Rebecca Gayheart
- “Tear out images from magazines and buy a few signature pieces. Uses them as staples in your closet.” – Maria Menounos
- “Jackets make jeans and T-shirts look decent. Any outfit is dressier with one on.” – Hayden Panettiere
- “I use men’s razors with five blades to shave my legs. They are the best.” – Katharine McPhee
- “We all have cellulite, even supermodels. I’ve been to fashion shows and seen it! Without it you aren’t human.” – Sandra Bullock
- “To look long and lean, wear wide-leg trousers with high heels.” – Rebecca Gayheart
- “If, like me, you aren’t into color, go for texture. I like textures – especially in my basics.” – Ali Larter
- “A stylist told me that belts and shoes don’t have to be the same color. You can mix and match.” – Zoe Saldana
- “My best tip? Suck it in!” – Gretchen Mol