Behind every label, every swatch of fabric and every word of advertising lie uncomfortable truths that can cause consumers to squirm in their new knickers. But there’s hope. Even fashion neophytes can shop with an eye for defective duds. “It’s not …

Today’s jean pool is so over-flooded that finding the perfect pair may prove difficult, but if you’re about to spring for a new pair, here’s a heads up: Long and lean is popular, as is a medium to low rise. …

In recent years, while we were all out enjoying our hikes, the business of hiking shoes shopping did a drastic 180. Remember the days when “Ooooh these fit great I’ll take them,” sufficed? Well, welcome to the future, where hiking …

As the mercury rises, so do hemlines. This is not to say the higher the temp, the shorter the short; rather, let the activity dictate the pair you wear. Runners require whisper-thin coverage. Contact-sport players need protection and roominess. Hikers …

We’ve come a long way, baby, from the days of sweating it out in an everyday bra and a T-shirt. And let’s say a big thank you for that! Sport bras have come on the scene in a way that …

Not since sheep, goats and cotton plants first surrendered their finest have the woven wonders now known as knits looked so good. Designers are devoting newfound attention to them, and the diligence has dominoed to all points past runways. Sweater …

The greatest change in the leg is length. What’s cropped is what’s hot. A full leg is favored — as in straight cut and slightly wide — but capri (think: tapered) still makes the cut. For a classier pant, go …

Dynamic duo of the spring coat scene: trenches and cropped jackets. Tailored is timely on all fronts. The trench (like its sister coat, the duster) looks fresh in neutrals, pastels and spice tones. Belted or not. From car-coat to below-the-knee …

Ultra-feminine is the mood this season. See yourself in a ladylike shirtdress. Think Audrey, Lauren, Katharine. Begin a relationship with a romantic print dress that falls to the knee. One in bold graphics or floral motifs. Start a serious fling …