FASHION Glamor goes to your head KEEP HAIR simple and fuss-free for the holiday. If it’s short, a sleek little cut, perhaps with some festive highlights or ends of bangs dipped in shimmer gel will make your en- trance memorable. And if it’s long, a ponytail is still a good op- tion. Give it subtle evening drama with a rhinestone ponytail clip. Wind gold piping around a simple ponytail, or wrap a piece of black tulle fabric around it, knotting and pouffing it. . For a special cut or color to bring in the new year, KathyChan Hair Studio is a good choice. Throughout the months of November and December, the North Vancouver salon is celebrating its 16th anniversary on the North Shore. Clients are in- vited to come and join in the festive atmosphere while receiving a free consultation. Whether you are interested in a new hair color, cut, evening look, or a new product, Kathy Chan and her hair technicians will be giving out advice as a Christmas gift, as well as special offers on products and services for the . holiday season, In the November/Dece:mber issue of Confident, KathyChan’s free newsletter, hair color trends are reported for winter. . Blondes are white for winter 92, but with. highlight tinting rather than bleach. Soft browns, Nighttime fashion strategy includes a dress rehearsal HAVE A ‘‘dress rehearsal’’ before you attend a gala Christmas or New Year's Eve party. "or that great, confident feeling you get when you know you look your Dest, it makes sense to hold a ‘fashion dress rehearsal a few days before a big bash. Get totally dressed, including the lingerie and accessories . you will be wearing, and audition yourself in front of a full-length mirror. Ask yourself these ques- tions: » Does everything fit properly, with no bagging, pulling or riding up? Check front and back te see that bra straps don’: show, panty lines are not visible, pantyhose is not pulling or sagging. ® Can I bend over, sit comfor- tably? Actually sit in a chair and bend over to test the skirt isn’t too tight, a slit isn’t too revealing, cleavage is sufficiently covered. » Does anything need cleaning or repairs? Look for loose threads, buttons and hemline, and scruti- nize for stains in the back which you may have missed. ® Can I dance all night in these shoes? This is an important one. » Is the outfit over- or under- accessorized? Evaluate the check points including ears, neck, wrist, waist, legs, feet. Generally the rule of thumb is, if you are completely dressed and feel that you look complete, take one accessory off and you will be ready to go. If everything passes the test, put it back in the closet and relax, since you will be able to dress for the big night’s performance quick- ly and successfully. If you feel you need to add or change some- thing, you still have plenty of time. . — Carol Crenna Children’s wear shop with a difference A RECENT letter from a reader discloses a new store in West Vancouver called The Secret Closet. : Gail Wolfe, a visitor from London, writes: ‘‘As I was brows- ing around West Vancouver, I ‘feil? through a shop door and was wonderfully surprised. “‘The Secret Closet is a children’s store with a difference * signment,’ because it is second-hand, or as you Canadians would say ‘con- and designer wear all wrapped up with the same bow. “It is a great idea that | am go- ing to take home with me. I thought you should let your readers know about the shop at 1844 Marine Dr.” Thanks for the tip. — Carol Crenna ” The One and Only: Anchor-3n RESTAURANT Come and Join Us Celebrate the Christmas Holiday. 3 COURSE (German style) ROAST DUCK DINNER Regular menu also available HOLIDAY HOURS: Dec. 24 - 11:30 a.m-9:00 pm. (Dec. 25 - 4:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Dec. 26 - 10:00 a.m-10:00 p.m./Dec. 27 - 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Reservations Recommended 980-9508 1301 Lonsdale Ave., N. Vancouver UNDERGROUND PARKING AVAILABLE beige and mink are top shades, which are blended not highlighted, for a healthy, natural look. And brown on brown highlights are applied with a tint to achieve a stylishly subtle reflection this winter. a If you want to correct a limping perm before the holiday, the newsletter also discusses a new straight perm which straightens out partially grown-out perms or naturally curly hair as well as revitalizing and reconditioning over-permed, dry and chemically damaged hair. The product is made by Paul Brown Ultimaie Hair Care System. — Carol Crenna GREAT GIFTS GALORE! Unique gifts for everyone on your list LEATHER FANNY PACKS trom *49°° B Pork Royal North 925-4125 jf ASK WAYNE Graduated 1968 from the International Febricare Institute in Sifverspring, Maryland. Q: What's happening at Carousel Cleaners? A: We are moving to serve you better and offering new hours — longer and more convenient, with easier access. There will be three 10 minute parking spaces. Also a new on-site shirt washing and pressing equipment. No more arm wrinkles, side body wrinkles and clamp marks on tails of shirts. Plus same day service. Watch for our Grand Opening. 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