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Dear Fashion Girl,

Dear Fashion Girl,

I have a friend who is always telling me that I don’t dress nice and this makes me feel bad. I would like to know how to dress better and what clothes I should wear to make her stop criticizing me.

Dalia

Dear Dalia:

It sounds like your friend is hurting your feelings. Let her know that her words feel a bit harsh, and ask her to ease up! If you really don’t want her comments, tell her so. However, perhaps another way to approach the problem is to turn her opinionated style-mindedness to your advantage. Ask her if she'll come over and go through your wardrobe with you. Ask what wardrobe combinations she’d suggest, and turn her criticism into constructive help. Get her working on your problem with you, not against you. If you have a bit of money to buy some new things, a friend with a fashion sense who's not afraid to tell the truth makes a great shopping buddy!

The websites www.delias.com and www.girlfriendsla.com are good places to find cute, stylish clothes that aren't too expensive, and they both have catalogs, too. Ask your friend to surf or shop them with you and to recommend some styles and combinations.

It isn't fun to hear negative things about ourselves, but sometimes it can lead to changes that are ultimately very good for us! Good luck standing up to your friend, and have a fashionable day!

Sincerely, Fashion Girl