Ellen Warren

Chicago

Freelance Columnist and Senior Correspondent at Chicago Tribune

Chicago Tribune columnist, senior correspondent

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Answer Angel: Crossed ankles

2 weeks ago | miamiherald.com | Ellen Warren

Dear Answer Angel Ellen: In so many photos, including photos of professionals and celebrities, the women are standing with one ankle crossed over the other. Why? It looks so odd to me!--Valerie H. Dear Valerie: I agree with you. It does look odd. Or, at the very least, unnatural. When I posed your question to a professional photographer I know, she said crossing the ankles has the effect of making the legs look longer in photos.
Looking for a light and magnifier

3 weeks ago | msn.com | Ellen Warren

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Answer Angel: Looking for a light and magnifier

3 weeks ago | miamiherald.com | Ellen Warren

Dear Answer Angel Ellen: I have recently taken up embroidery and it is a game changer. Sooo relaxing. In these troubled times, I need to chill any way I can and I have found this to be a soothing hobby. My problem is that I need more light AND a magnifier. The ones I have tried - quite a few of them - don't give enough light, don't magnify enough or both. Do you have any suggestions? --Claire W.
Answer Angel: Baffled by beanies

1 month ago | miamiherald.com | Ellen Warren

Dear Answer Angel Ellen: I live in a place that has very cold winters so I am puzzled by what appears to be a trend in men's headwear. It is what used to be called a stocking cap, but the ones I see -- on both young and older "fashionably" dressed men -- are a shorter version that doesn't cover their ears! What? Why? Huh? Please explain this phenomenon to me, if you can. --Annabel H. Dear Annabel: I am pleased to get a question about a men's fashion trend that doesn't make much sense.
Answer Angel: ‘The Hemline Index’

1 month ago | miamiherald.com | Ellen Warren

Dear Answer Angel Ellen: I was told years ago that the length of a woman's dress or skirt was in direct proportion to the state of the economy. Is that still true today? And/or what would be the modern equivalent barometer? --Jennifer S. Dear Jennifer: You're talking about "The Hemline Index." This holds that women's skirts are shorter in good economic times and longer in bad. Like most such handy theories, it has proved to be true sometimes.
Answer Angel: Real benefits of faux fur

1 month ago | miamiherald.com | Ellen Warren

Dear Answer Angel Ellen: I am really liking the faux furs I am seeing at the stores. I hope they catch on even more next year. I bought one at Target for $48 bucks and it is so cute. I wear mine with jeans and short boots for a casual look. Love the look plus it is super warm! My question: Are the faux furs suitable for more dressy or formal occasions like a party or a dinner date? --Pam I. Dear Pam: Why not?
Looking for lightweight leggings

2 months ago | rapidcityjournal.com | Ellen Warren

Dear Answer Angel Ellen: My wardrobe consists of many longer tops, tunics and dresses, which I usually wear with leggings or tights in solid colors. Most of the year, my usual leggings work fine. But in the hot, humid, warmer months, light dresses are cool, but most leggings feel suffocating (and tights don't work with sandals). I don't choose to expose my white, veiny legs most of the time (though I do sometimes out of desperation). Are there reasonably priced lightweight leggings? — Sherry W.
Answer Angel: Cropped tops

2 months ago | miamiherald.com | Ellen Warren

Dear Answer Angel Ellen: When do you think the fad of cropped tops will end? I admit to having a muffin top and because of this fad I find it very hard to find tops with basic coverage!--Louise T. Dear Louise: A stroll through just about any store these days has a vast array of stylish tops that are designed to flatter the figure of any woman -- as long as she is lean, fit and/or eager to display her midriff.
Answer Angel: Looking for lightweight leggings

2 months ago | miamiherald.com | Ellen Warren

Dear Answer Angel Ellen: My wardrobe consists of many longer tops, tunics and dresses, which I usually wear with leggings or tights in solid colors. Most of the year, my usual leggings work fine. But in the hot, humid, warmer months, light dresses are cool, but most leggings feel suffocating (and tights don't work with sandals!). I don't choose to expose my white, veiny legs most of the time (though I do sometimes out of desperation). Are there reasonably priced lightweight leggings? --Sherry W.
Answer Angel: Why all the labels?

2 months ago | miamiherald.com | Ellen Warren

Dear Answer Angel: Watching the victory kiss between Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift after the Chief's AFC championship game, I wondered why anyone as famous (and rich!) as Taylor would want to wear a piece of baggy clothing (a hoodie) with a logo (Louis Vuitton) splashed all over it! Why be a walking billboard for a luxury brand, unless she was getting paid for it? And, if she was getting paid, surely she doesn't need the money. --Emily J.

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Answer Angel Ellen @ellenwarreninfo

22 Aug 24

What about these fashion magazines?????? https://t.co/ieHJC91jNv - Magazines deal in 'aspirational’ #fashion #style #beauty #shopping

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Answer Angel Ellen @ellenwarreninfo

3 Jul 24

Rainbow colored hair fading in popularity. What’s “in” instead…My column: https://t.co/kHo1MtFyHA - Color hair streaks dying out #hairstyle #haircolor #shopping #beauty #syle

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3 Jul 24

Learn from my mistakes! Packing light is the way to go and you CAN do it. A recent column… https://t.co/yRXQH5cvnq - Small bag can go distance on trip #travel #traveler #packing #shopping