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No Need To Shy From Color

Candy Barrie Sisters Syndicate

I’m a big fan of microfiber. Unlike some other fake silks, microfiber looks, feels and drapes like the real thing and is machine-washable. Microfiber carries brilliant color just like silk.

Compare the vivid fuchsia silk Dana Buchman designer version with the Dress For Less version. Both look wonderful.

This ensemble from designer Cathy O is being offered at a discounted price for Dress For Less readers.

Large-size women often shy away from bright colors and this is a mistake, especially when a flattering design like this one is available in a variety of beautiful colors from purple to teal.

Another tip for larger women is to shop for your accessories from plussize sources. Accessories that have been designed for larger women have the proper scale, drama and proportion to complement rather than get lost on the wearer.

Designer version

Suede silk tunic top by Dana Buchman ($198)

Matching pleated pants ($178)

Gold-tone hoop earrings by St. John ($70)

Gold-tone choker by St. John ($235)

TOTAL: $681

Dress For Less version

Fuchsia polyester microfiber tunic top and pants from Cathy O available direct from the designer ($99)

Matte gold-tone etched ladybug earrings ($38)

Matching pin ($48)

Jewelry from The Right Touch catalog

Total: $185

MEMO: Dress For Less runs weekly on Choices. All of the best looks and fashion bargains featured in this column are available in book form. Send $9.95 to Dress For Less, 177 Sound Beach Ave., Suite 6, Old Greenwich, CT 06870. For information about the sources mentioned here, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the same address.

Dress For Less runs weekly on Choices. All of the best looks and fashion bargains featured in this column are available in book form. Send $9.95 to Dress For Less, 177 Sound Beach Ave., Suite 6, Old Greenwich, CT 06870. For information about the sources mentioned here, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the same address.