Jeans for your Genes

In the 75 years since denim was introduced for Ladies by Levi's, denim has shuffled ahead of manual labor and physical leisure.

And while denim ranges from cigarette to carpenter cuts, from stone to indigo wash, and from $ to $$$ in price, what you need to know is what will perfectly suit your figure, lifestyle, and budget.

The answers are coming, a giveaway is coming, are you?

1 hundred 98 cents = your own denim fashion look book cheat sheet.

Procure your own empire constitution. Your personalized fashion look book can include your own rules of denim conduct and much more.

Shy Décolletage: Continued

To all those shy bosoms, convinced that camisoles are the only option for chested concealment, let me introduce you to a few camouflaging cohorts.

Scarfy: Not only cozy, it also makes a great cover-up.

TN: Also known as turtle-neck. Far more versatile than a monogamous companion to crew-neck sweaters. This buddy can go under everything from open necked blouses to strapless dresses.

Cuz: This friend is a really, real person, not just a clothing garment that I have given a pet name. My cousin looks demurely darling in her very own 90 Words Per Minute dress.

Luck of the Draw

Sounds effects worthy of the price is right followed by rolling drums please . . . the winner between 1 and 195 entries on Cardigan Empire and Shabby Apple's blog, is fifty-one: the lovely Ashley Elizabeth.

Felicitous Commendations Ashley Elizabeth! Your 90 Words Per Minute, will be sent ASAP.


Still dreaming about your Shabby Apple Dress of choice?

Get 10% off the dress of your fancy at Shabby Apple using the following online code: cardiganfriends10off

Shy Décolletage: Shabby Apple

If your taste for lady egg exposure lies closer to Victorian rather than Elizabethan standards, this message is for you. Perhaps the skin two handbreadths from the base of your neck morally reddens with bashful manifestation or perhaps you care not to reveal the previously smooth valley which age has begun to furrow.

As an admitted bashful bosom, you are no doubt skilled in the application of the neckline rising power of a camisole. But why not try a solution that includes built-in propriety?

Shabby Apple is a modest Camelot, home of treasures like the 90 Words Per Minute Secretary Dress. Let us admire each facet of this gem.



1. Neckline. Tying the neckline around the literal neck, keeps the entire bust and all that leads up to it divinely sequestered.


2. Sizing. While this frock is labeled "generously sized," I found the size smaller I ordered to be just a bit snug. I believe the draping would be more flattering if ordered in the traditional size.


3. Seasonality: This light-weight jersey is the perfect weight for a spring or summer day-dress. If you want to transition this piece into fall and winter, I recommend pairing it with a pair of embellished stockings and a sweater vest or core-warming cardigan. And let that playful little neck-tie peak out. With its ability to layer or stand-alone, the 90-Words Per Minute Secretary Dress could quickly become an all-season favorite.




4. Elementals. The rouching on the sides helps the dress to drape smoothly over shapely hips, however, given the overly cozy size I selected, it created a few unsightly lines across my generous bottom. Pick the right size, and this will not happen to you.

Does your closet need one of these too?

Then, click on over to Shabby Apple's Blog and find a promotional code cloaked like your sweater puppies, and redeemable on any Shabby Apple dress (see some of my high-necked favorites below).















Or you can enter up to two times for a chance to win your own Shabby Apple 90 Words Per Minute Dress.

Way to Win 1: Visit Shabby Apple's Blog, become a follower, and leave a confirming comment on their blogpost with the hidden promotional code.

Way to Win 2: Visit the Shabby Apple Store, and leave a comment on this Cardigan Empire post detailing your favorite dress, and why you think it would suit your body type.


The winner of Shy Décolletage Bosom Friend will be selected on Friday, October 9th. The winner gets to select a 90 Words Per Minute dress in her size of choice.

Shy Decolletage

Shy Fashion continues with another review, another giveaway, and another host of fashionably demure ideas.

Don't let your clicker get bashful. Come back and see us tomorrow.

Lucky Number 65

Between the numbers 1 and 129, lies a Mrs. Anne Molino. Random.org has informed me her 65th spot rightfully deserves the Scoopneck 3/4 Sleeve with Cuff from Shade Clothing.

Congratulations Missy Molino!


So you didn't win? No worries.

Get 15% off the Scoopneck 3/4 Sleeve with Cuff or anything else you fancy at Shade Clothing (see the action print below)

Online Code: modestywk
Offer good from Sept 28-Oct 3
15% off online only, (not valid on gift card purchases or Team Shade Premium Membership fees)

Shy Arms Go Social

This Saturday I'm attending the Arizona Burn Foundation CopaBall Gala - that's a serious dress to the 9's, black tie event. So me and my Scoopneck 3/4 Sleeve with Cuff from Shade Clothing decided to team up with this Little Black Dress.

With my shoulder-shaders in place, we just need to find a fancy gold clutch for red lipstick.


Don't forget to enter the Shade Shy Arms Giveaway!