Flash Fashion: Go From Drab to Fab in Minutes!

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Do you greet the day with "I have nothing to wear," yet your closet is overflowing and drawers are bulging? It's time for fashion rehab, the latest style trend. Change it up, change it out, cut it up, and put it back together again to create your own runway style with the clothing you already own. As millions of savvy fashionistas have already found, you'll save money and natural resources when you restyle the clothes you have.

What about those blah and boring jeans and T's? Add paint, embroidery and other embellishments to create a fresh new look that goes from ho-hum to hip. If you're not sure where to start, page through catalogs or your favorite fashion Web sites. Visit a high-end clothing boutique with the knowledge that you can recreate their looks for a fraction of the price. Then, make a quick stop in your local craft store or discount store to pick up the paints and other items you'll need for the project.

If you're a little overwhelmed and not sure where to start, consider spraying on the style. Spray paint, a favorite of home decorators for the speedy, easy way it transforms furniture and other decorative items, can transform your wardrobe, too. From take-it-to-the-street everyday fashion to after-hours evening wear, spray paints punch it up, creating custom designs with the push of a button. Spray on freehand, or pair with stencils and masks to create stylized looks. Change up accessories, too, and paint shoes, purses, belts and headbands.

Get the Look: To create the look shown here, determine the colors and design you'd like. From everyday denim to a one-of-a-kind evening gown, consider the fashion-forward paint palette available from Krylon. Krylon® Indoor/Outdoor Paints are available in 75 on-trend shades, from Totally Tangerine to Raspberry and Pistachio. Krylon Brushed Metallic spray paint, sold in five, shimmering shades, adds a subtle, glittery sparkle to wearables. The paints will retain their colors and stay soft, wash after wash. And, the fast-drying paint is ready to go in 10 minutes, so you won't be late for that important date.

Always pre-wash your clothing or fabric, and paint in a well ventilated area. Cover your work surface to protect it from overspray and consider wearing rubber gloves, too. Choose a pre-made stencil or mask, or make your own with clear acetate or paper. To hold the stencil or mask in place while you spray, use Krylon® Easy-Tack™ Repositionable Adhesive. Easy-Tack will temporarily hold your stencil or mask in place, which can then be repositioned as you shift your design. Mix and match your design elements and colors to create a layered look, making sure each color is dry to the touch before you add another. Once you're done, let dry for 10 minutes and you're ready to go!

For more information on fashioning your own runway drama, visit www.krylon.com.