Four of my children are girls, so our home is buzzing with clothing, makeup and fashion talk. One of the main reasons I started the mod bod line was a bit of a selfish one: I wanted a line my teenage girls could use to keep them modest and allow them to wear the current trends.
I also love when I find products, lines, tutorials that portray a similar message, in other words, that you can be beautiful and stunning while still being modest and natural.
My girls and I found these fabulous makeup tutorials to help teach them about makeup application. Aside from special occasions, I love natural, clean looking makeup. And it helps to have someone their own age, who obviously keeps up on today's fashion, show them the same thing!
Hopefully you will enjoy this video as much as we did so you can use it for yourself or watch it with your girls!
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Monday, August 17, 2009
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Guide to Dressing Your Body Type using Our Line
Here at mod bod for every new line we always have something for every body type. We try to appeal to women of all different ages, shapes and styles.Have no idea what body type you have? Have no idea where to start? Then hopefully this post will help start you in the right direction.
One of my favorite blogs is the Cardigan Empire; she really is the queen of style and the most knowledgeable person on how to dress for your body type. She has incredible style and helps women LOVE their body type. Just look at her fabulous badges you can proudly post on your sites. She offers a great guide on how to find your body type if you are not sure how!
All the outfits she puts together are fantastic and using mod bod to add another layer, making sure they are modest and cover enough, is the perfect addition.
We wanted to explain a little about body types and show you pieces from our Spring/Summer line that fit into these categories!
Pear: A-line skirts do a great job of hiding wide thighs. Choose light or bright colored tops and darker bottoms to draw attention to the upper half of your body and slim the lower half. Find and wear tops that are gathered or cinched right under your bust, in the middle and choose a blazer the buttons right below your chest so you draw attention higher not lower.
Perfect mod bod example: A-Line Skirt
Inverted Triangle: For this kind of body it is important to be able to balance your upper body with your lower body. To do this, you must de-emphasize the upper body and draw attention to your hips and legs. Stick to tops of darker color, simple designs and shapes; the best top is a classic V-neck. Work with pants and skirts that are brightly colored, have large prints or that make your bottom half appear wider.
Perfect mod bod example: Paper Sack Skirt in Green
Rectangle: Look for items that are tailored at the waist. The shirt, jacket or dress should nip in at the waist to create the illusion that your figure has the waist. Choose brighter colors at the bust line to break up your figure and make your bust look larger. Many shirts and dresses feature extra color or styling at the top. These can help you to instantly look curvier and less like a rectangle.
Perfect mod bod Example: Brandi Top
Hourglass: Don't do anything to TAKE AWAY from your figure! Choose tops that define your small waist, don't break up your curves and really accentuate your figure!
Perfect mod bod Example: Cowel Neck Top
Apple: Buy skirts and
Perfect mod bod Example: Pencil Skirt
We wanted to explain a little about body types and show you pieces from our Spring/Summer line that fit into these categories!
Pear: A-line skirts do a great job of hiding wide thighs. Choose light or bright colored tops and darker bottoms to draw attention to the upper half of your body and slim the lower half. Find and wear tops that are gathered or cinched right under your bust, in the middle and choose a blazer the buttons right below your chest so you draw attention higher not lower.
Perfect mod bod example: A-Line Skirt
Inverted Triangle: For this kind of body it is important to be able to balance your upper body with your lower body. To do this, you must de-emphasize the upper body and draw attention to your hips and legs. Stick to tops of darker color, simple designs and shapes; the best top is a classic V-neck. Work with pants and skirts that are brightly colored, have large prints or that make your bottom half appear wider.
Perfect mod bod example: Paper Sack Skirt in Green
Rectangle: Look for items that are tailored at the waist. The shirt, jacket or dress should nip in at the waist to create the illusion that your figure has the waist. Choose brighter colors at the bust line to break up your figure and make your bust look larger. Many shirts and dresses feature extra color or styling at the top. These can help you to instantly look curvier and less like a rectangle.
Perfect mod bod Example: Brandi Top
Hourglass: Don't do anything to TAKE AWAY from your figure! Choose tops that define your small waist, don't break up your curves and really accentuate your figure!
Perfect mod bod Example: Cowel Neck Top
Apple: Buy skirts and
Perfect mod bod Example: Pencil Skirt
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Back-to-School Shopping Help
Things are very busy at my house getting ready for five of my six kids who are going back to school in a few days. Back-to-school shopping is one of our favorite things to do. I have four girls and we have a ball going out together and picking out new clothes.
My girls love Aeropostale, Hollister and Blend Fashions. As their mom it's nice to have created a product--my mod bod undershirts--I know will make any piece of clothing modest. If it is sleeveless, a little too short or a little too low cut it is immediately modest and acceptable to wear with a mod bod underneath!
For example, this top by Hollister is darling but without a mod bod tank underneath it would be to0 low cut and would not have enough coverage on top. Using mod bod makes me worry less as their mother but makes them happy to be able to wear the current fashions.
This dress was another favorite! They loved the detail around the neckline and bottom and it was actually long enough, but no way would it be acceptable to wear to school with the style of the back and top. Throw a cap-sleeve mod bod underneath and it has all the coverage it needs!
This tunic top IS modest but it features another issue I have with a lot of teen clothing. Lots of them are not warm enough for fall and winter! I have noticed teen clothing for the colder seasons use really thin material. They are dying to wear their favorite tops and head to school freezing when they do! By placing a mod bod long-sleeve top underneath it will keep your kids warm at school without keeping them from wearing their favorite tops.
At our house we have a brand new baby and my oldest son has been an angel helping out with the laundry. Another fantastic thing about mod bod is its high quality construction and fabric is such that it is not easily ruined in the wash. So while having him help out is great, I don't have to worry about him ruining the tops!
Hopefully this has helped all the moms and teens heading out for some back-to-school shopping. Use mod bod to make the trip go more smoothly; you don't have to fight about whether things are modest or not when they know they need to wear a mod bod underneath to make it work!
My girls love Aeropostale, Hollister and Blend Fashions. As their mom it's nice to have created a product--my mod bod undershirts--I know will make any piece of clothing modest. If it is sleeveless, a little too short or a little too low cut it is immediately modest and acceptable to wear with a mod bod underneath!
For example, this top by Hollister is darling but without a mod bod tank underneath it would be to0 low cut and would not have enough coverage on top. Using mod bod makes me worry less as their mother but makes them happy to be able to wear the current fashions.
This dress was another favorite! They loved the detail around the neckline and bottom and it was actually long enough, but no way would it be acceptable to wear to school with the style of the back and top. Throw a cap-sleeve mod bod underneath and it has all the coverage it needs!
This tunic top IS modest but it features another issue I have with a lot of teen clothing. Lots of them are not warm enough for fall and winter! I have noticed teen clothing for the colder seasons use really thin material. They are dying to wear their favorite tops and head to school freezing when they do! By placing a mod bod long-sleeve top underneath it will keep your kids warm at school without keeping them from wearing their favorite tops.
At our house we have a brand new baby and my oldest son has been an angel helping out with the laundry. Another fantastic thing about mod bod is its high quality construction and fabric is such that it is not easily ruined in the wash. So while having him help out is great, I don't have to worry about him ruining the tops!
Hopefully this has helped all the moms and teens heading out for some back-to-school shopping. Use mod bod to make the trip go more smoothly; you don't have to fight about whether things are modest or not when they know they need to wear a mod bod underneath to make it work!
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
More On My Ruffle Tank
The Ruffle Tank from my Spring/Summer line is one of my very favorite designs we've done at modbod. I wanted to show you a bit more in detail how you can add them into your wardrobe.
As we said in the previous post it is the perfect match with our Pencil Skirt no matter the skirt's color (khaki, black or brown). If you didn't want to go sleeveless you could throw on a cardigan (our banded cardigan would be perfect) or even a nice jacket that meshes well with the Pencil Skirt. This look would be perfect for the office. The ruffle tank gives you a bit of femininity to your outfit but certainly keeps you professional and modest.
Another great option would be to use it in a comfy summer outfit to dress it up just a touch. The Ruffle Tank is extremely light, airy and comfortable but with the type of fabric it is made from and the attention to detail it will take your comfy outfit to another level!
7 for All Mankind Bermuda Shorts
Lastly we think the Ruffle Tank would go paired perfectly with a upcoming Fall trend, tweed pants. Tweed pants can come across a bit to masculine if you don't pair it with the right top and the Ruffle Tank is the perfect example of the right top. You can pull off this style when you match it with a shirt that has some detail and femininity to it!
New Upcoming Fashion--Tweet Pants this pair by AnthropologieYou can buy our Ruffle Tank online at http://themodbod.com or pick one up at Blend Fashions in Utah!
Monday, July 27, 2009
ModBod at Blend Fashions
Our line is available for purchase online at themodbod.com but if you are in Utah they are also available at Blend Fashions. It is always nice to see the fabric, colors, styles in person so you can get a better feel for the tees!
The cowl neck top is a great summer piece and is perfect with the a-line baroque patterned skirt pictured above. You can also pair the cowl neck with a pair of fabulous denim jeans and layer it with a modbod cami with lace, which makes it even more fun!
My ruffle tanks are another fun item you can find at Blend Fashions. I love the vibrant colors and they are perfect for all seasons. Once again you can pair it with a fabulous pair of denim or my black pencil skirt.
I love these banded cardigans I designed paired with my lace-front camis. The cardigan has a deep v-neck so you can really show off the beautiful lace in the cami.
Be sure to check out these fashions in person at Blend Fashions in Pleasant Grove, Utah. If you are somewhere else in the country be sure to check them out online!
The cowl neck top is a great summer piece and is perfect with the a-line baroque patterned skirt pictured above. You can also pair the cowl neck with a pair of fabulous denim jeans and layer it with a modbod cami with lace, which makes it even more fun!
My ruffle tanks are another fun item you can find at Blend Fashions. I love the vibrant colors and they are perfect for all seasons. Once again you can pair it with a fabulous pair of denim or my black pencil skirt.
I love these banded cardigans I designed paired with my lace-front camis. The cardigan has a deep v-neck so you can really show off the beautiful lace in the cami.
Be sure to check out these fashions in person at Blend Fashions in Pleasant Grove, Utah. If you are somewhere else in the country be sure to check them out online!
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Summer Fashion Fixers
In the summertime people show more skin, but even when done modestly you still want to make sure you look great and feel comfortable! I love how in this video the style expert says, "A good fit never goes out of style!"
During the video they go over very common problems like elongating your body, dealing with a small bust, creating an hourglass figure...just about everything! I loved this video so much I had to share!
During the video they go over very common problems like elongating your body, dealing with a small bust, creating an hourglass figure...just about everything! I loved this video so much I had to share!
Monday, July 20, 2009
Using ModBod to Help You Layer Correctly
A huge part of our line is all about layering and all of our high-quality modbod basics are indispensable classics so we want to give you detailed tips on how to layer! Layering can help you transition between seasons, ensure you are covering enough skin, have a very slimming affect and allow you to play around with different fashions.
The bottom layer needs to be a LIGHT layer. You don't want to stifle yourself or have your bottom layer too thick; it will be uncomfortable and make you look bulky. This is why our modbods are perfect! The snug-but-comfortable sleeves keep your undergarments covered and a slightly higher neckline covers cleavage. Quality material and stitching in addition to our Perfect Fit keeps it in place.
You can do so many things with your next layer like playing around with colors, lengths and tops. For summer you can put a white cami on the bottom and a colored cap-sleeve on top! For spring you can put a colored cap-sleeve underneath and add a fun, flowy white top over so a bit of color peeks through. For fall you can pair one of our Perfect V-Necks with a stylish vest, and in winter you can use any of our undershirts (depending on how cold it is) under all your cute winter sweaters!
Have fun! Layering is very flattering when done the right way and using modbod will help you feel confident you are layering correctly! So dress up your outfit with accessories, scarves, jewelry...play around with lots of options to see what looks best. Show off YOUR personal style!
Friday, July 17, 2009
Pairing ModBod Undershirts with Upcoming Fall Fashions
I know it isn't cooling down YET but I still love browsing the newest Fall fashions and finding ones that will work perfectly with our modbod undershirts. We make some of the highest quality clothing in our industry so it looks fantastic when you pair it with another high-quality choice. Other layering shirt brands can look a little off or even make your outfit look a bit cheap when you have an unflattering or low-quality undershirt.
Halogen is a very affordable line you can find at Nordstrom; the designs of their clothes are very figure flattering and the quality is top notch.
Don't you love the detail in the sleeves in their new blouse? The little bit of puff helps the upper arms appear slimmer and the seams make itfigure friendly. Pairing it with one of our cap sleeves means you don't have to worry about how sheer it is and can feel comfortable knowing you are covered!
These silk ruffle tops are huge this Fall and Banana Republic has an awesome collection of them (click here to view more).
But the one thing about these shirts is you can very easily and accidentally show a little too much when bending down, helping the kids or moving around at work. To make sure you don't embarrass anyone or yourself pair it with one of our undershirts! Any sleeve length will do and it won't be too high and ruin the look of the shirt.
Lastly, the low rise jeans are still around and to be honest, Blend Fashions FINALLY made me somewhat of a fan after I tried on a pair of their PRVCY jeans.
You DO have to be really careful with these if you want to stay modest! Wearing one of our undershirts will make your tops long enough so when you are moving around or bending over you are staying covered for sure!
Hope you have enjoyed some of my upcoming Fall fashion items and lines that I know will work perfectly for you WITH HELP FROM MODBOD!
Halogen is a very affordable line you can find at Nordstrom; the designs of their clothes are very figure flattering and the quality is top notch.
Don't you love the detail in the sleeves in their new blouse? The little bit of puff helps the upper arms appear slimmer and the seams make itfigure friendly. Pairing it with one of our cap sleeves means you don't have to worry about how sheer it is and can feel comfortable knowing you are covered!
These silk ruffle tops are huge this Fall and Banana Republic has an awesome collection of them (click here to view more).
But the one thing about these shirts is you can very easily and accidentally show a little too much when bending down, helping the kids or moving around at work. To make sure you don't embarrass anyone or yourself pair it with one of our undershirts! Any sleeve length will do and it won't be too high and ruin the look of the shirt.
Lastly, the low rise jeans are still around and to be honest, Blend Fashions FINALLY made me somewhat of a fan after I tried on a pair of their PRVCY jeans.
You DO have to be really careful with these if you want to stay modest! Wearing one of our undershirts will make your tops long enough so when you are moving around or bending over you are staying covered for sure!
Hope you have enjoyed some of my upcoming Fall fashion items and lines that I know will work perfectly for you WITH HELP FROM MODBOD!
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
HUGE Announcement!
We wanted to announce a huge sale at Blend Fashions where they carry quite a few undertease and modbod items.
If you live in Utah this is a sale you CAN'T afford to miss!
Where:
Blend Fashions
285 E. State Road
Pleasant Grove, UT
When:
July 15th ~ August 1st
What:
* Buy one undertease or modbod and get one 40% off
* 30% off the ENTIRE STORE
* An additional 15% off our clearance closet
* Receive a free tote if you spend over $150
See you there!
Monday, July 13, 2009
Tulip Skirt
The fabulous staff over at Blend Fashions used my Tulip skirt to show how you can use one classic piece for three completely different occasions. We are showing you the brown version today but you can also buy it in black and raspberry from themodbod.com.
This is a very classic piece and a wonderful essential to put in your wardrobe. Today they showed more of a modern, bohemian look for what you can pair it with and I just love it!
#1 Pair it with summer's hottest top, the racerback tank. Simply throw on a modbod undershirt if you need it to be more modest!
#2 Pair it with a light summer jacket--this shade of pink is such a perfect accompaniment to my brown Tulip skirt!
#3 Pair it with a fun, flowing baby doll top. This top will work well for the in-between months from summer to fall.
This is a very classic piece and a wonderful essential to put in your wardrobe. Today they showed more of a modern, bohemian look for what you can pair it with and I just love it!
#1 Pair it with summer's hottest top, the racerback tank. Simply throw on a modbod undershirt if you need it to be more modest!
#2 Pair it with a light summer jacket--this shade of pink is such a perfect accompaniment to my brown Tulip skirt!
#3 Pair it with a fun, flowing baby doll top. This top will work well for the in-between months from summer to fall.
Thanks to the gals over at Blend Fashions--we love the ideas!
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Preview of Our Fall Line
The following is just a PREVIEW (they aren't available yet) of the photo shoot we did for our new Fall line. This was such a delight to design and put together and it is amazing to see all of my hard work come together during this shoot!
I also have some shots of a behind-the-scenes photo shoot this past summer for my Mod Bod line, Blend Fashions line and also the undertease line.
Kind of fun to see behind the scenes at one of these crazy events!
I also have some shots of a behind-the-scenes photo shoot this past summer for my Mod Bod line, Blend Fashions line and also the undertease line.
Kind of fun to see behind the scenes at one of these crazy events!
Monday, July 6, 2009
Using modbod Tops for Maternity Wear
"Our fabric has 10% l=Lycra and will stretch with your tummy so you have a before, during and after shirt! It saves a lot of money! I just had my baby and this is exactly what I did so I know it works. Some women might need to bump up a size but they still have a shirt they can wear after pregnancy."
~ Shellie, Owner of modbod
You can work our modbod undershirts into most maternity wear during every season. Below are some of our fun products you can use to keep you looking like the cute, preggo woman you are!
Our modbod basics are indispensable classics and come in a wonderful selection of colors! They do vary a little based on our new season lines but here is a current list:
Use these to add an extra layer, a "pop" of color or as added assurance all of you is being covered while expecting!
~ Shellie, Owner of modbod
You can work our modbod undershirts into most maternity wear during every season. Below are some of our fun products you can use to keep you looking like the cute, preggo woman you are!
Our modbod basics are indispensable classics and come in a wonderful selection of colors! They do vary a little based on our new season lines but here is a current list:
- White
- Black
- Brown
- Red
- Cream
- Hot Pink
- Pool Blue
- Slate Grey
- Blush Pink
- Dark Orchid
Use these to add an extra layer, a "pop" of color or as added assurance all of you is being covered while expecting!
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Welcome to our blog!
Welcome to the modbod blog! We are excited to share with you our fashion tips, announce our new lines, share with you great deals and show you how you can use the modbod line with today's popular styles.
We would love to hear your comments and suggestions and promise we do pay attention! Any question you have or any tips you would like to see please take the time to include them in any comment on any post. Hope to see you around!
You can shop for all of your items online at themodbod.com.
~Shellie
About The Mod Bod
The Mod Bod has become a leader in the industry for style and quality. Founded in 2004, the Mod Bod is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality modest apparel and accessories. Based in Springville, Utah the Mod Bod is a direct marketing company that invites women and girls from every walk of life to experience the confidence that comes from wearing high-quality, stylish products. A recent survey by the Mod Bod showed most women prefer Mod Bod clothing over other brands. We take pride that we make some of the highest quality clothing in our industry and that our clothing is manufactured in the United States.
We would love to hear your comments and suggestions and promise we do pay attention! Any question you have or any tips you would like to see please take the time to include them in any comment on any post. Hope to see you around!
You can shop for all of your items online at themodbod.com.
~ShellieAbout The Mod Bod
The Mod Bod has become a leader in the industry for style and quality. Founded in 2004, the Mod Bod is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality modest apparel and accessories. Based in Springville, Utah the Mod Bod is a direct marketing company that invites women and girls from every walk of life to experience the confidence that comes from wearing high-quality, stylish products. A recent survey by the Mod Bod showed most women prefer Mod Bod clothing over other brands. We take pride that we make some of the highest quality clothing in our industry and that our clothing is manufactured in the United States.
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