Fashion Articles
posted on 11 January 2012
My favorite color for a scarf is bright blue! I have a bright blue, silk scarf that I adore. It doesn't matter if it even goes with the rest of my outfit, I will still wear it! I love how it matches my eyes and how it makes any outfit pop. It especially looks good with a brown shirt. I do have many other scarves, but they all get neglected for my bright blue one. When it is breezy outside, my blue scarf will just flutter in the wind, which I think is very eye-catching. People complement me all the time on it. I even have a blue purse to match it. Sometimes I like to wrap it around my head. I love that look with a scarf because it frames the face and also because it covers up a bad-hair-day! I want this scarf to last forever, but if it doesn't I know I will replace it with another bright blue scarf. |
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posted on 23 December 2011
I just bought the new Dragon Tattoo H&M collection's leather jacket. At $199, it's a steal. It looks like a hard-core motorcycle jacket, with leather on the shoulders and elbows, and a great fit. While my friends are more into "girly" fashion like jewellery and necklace sets and scarves, I love my biker gear. I don't know if people will necessarily mistake me for Lisbeth Sander in this item, but I feel like it'll make me feel really chic, tough and invulnerable. It's made from genuine lamb leather, it's black and it has great zippers on the sleeves. It's cut to fight tightly and to look like a badass. Even as I was trying it on in the store, various people were complimenting the look. I find a black leather jacket to be an essential wardrobe item, and I think this will become a staple for me for a long time. When you consider how much a typical designer leather jacket costs, it's almost like you can't afford NOT to buy this one. It's the must-have item from the Dragon Tattoo collections, and all reviews of the collection have singled it out as the IT jacket. So I'm pretty excited to pair it with a kickass pair of boots and a sweatshirt from the same H&M collection and show it off. |
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posted on 9 December 2011
When it comes to gifts, I consider the individual receiver. Sometimes I find that buying for my dad a suit might not be a practical idea, as for him he loves casual wear. He is an outgoing guy and his wardrobe hasn't a single suit in it - because he hates them! Regarding my mum and sisters, they are the executives. For them it’s official wear they love. I remember this time I bought a colored dress for my mum and she politely took it and never wore it. She later donated it to a friend. However they do love jewellery, and I've made them jewellery with my jewellery making supplies in the past - much to their delight. For my brothers, I will buy technology toys. Fun for them is owning the latest mobile or tablet. Whether holiday or school time, they will find time for this. For friends, it will depend on available cash. |
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posted on 28 November 2011
If I were going to a costume party, I would like to dress up as Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz - the ultimate in fancy dress ideas. I think she is a very recognizable character from a movie that everyone has seen, so I would be identified immediately. I think her character would be very fun to dress. I could style my hair in the 1940’s wavy style, find a blue and white gingham dress, and make some basic high heels become my “ruby slippers” with some bright red glitter. I would make my outfit complete by borrowing my friend’s little grey terrier, and I’d carry him throughout the party. I could have my husband dress as the scarecrow from the same film. That would be an easy costume. Just find some baggy overalls, a baggy old shirt, and paint his face like the scarecrow. I’d stuff his sleeves and pockets with a little hay, and find a similar hat at a costume shop. I think if the party had a contest for cutest couple, we’d win for sure, dressed as Dorothy and her beau, the Scarecrow! |
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posted on 24 November 2011
When it comes to fashion, I love brands. Why? Because certain brands like Toki and Nabi denote quality. You know you're getting good garmets from certain brands. Take the Barbour ladies oxford coat for example. The Barbour ladies oxford coat is one of the most popular jackets in the UK. The jacket is made of special wool and a classic Barbour tartan lining that ensured that I remained warm during the evenings the wool and the fabrics used to stitch the coats and jackets in Barbour are specially exported to keep the bodies of the individuals wearing these coats warm. The popularity of this jacket is due to its quality, appealing looks, warm fabric and rich appearance. The diamond pattern, which is now regarded a Barbour trademark, further enhances this jacket’s look. I find this design very flattering as it brings out my feminine figure. The attached hood is lined with high quality short pile faux fur that kept my head all warm and cozy. The jacket’s beauty is further enhanced by the delicate stitching on the pockets. Besides just keeping me warm, I found this jacket to be an exquisite fashion accessory. Since it is available in many color tones, I picked olive since it was the perfect blend for my skin tone. |
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posted on 18 October 2011
Bags come in a variety of fabrics, ranging from earthy burlap and canvas to fancy gold clutch bags, to imported leather and everything in between. They also come in many different styles, but my favorite handbag is a supple leather shoulder bag that was purchased at a craft fair a few years ago. The bags that were on display were all handmade by the vendor herself, and they were of the highest quality. I had a hard time choosing which one to buy, but went with a classic black handbag with three main interior compartments, a fold over flap and an outside zippered pouch. It has been my handbag of choice ever since, as it is casual enough to use every day, yet small and discreet enough to take with me if out for an evening engagement. Although my closet is filled with about eight or nine other handbags, this is the one with which I feel most comfortable. I would like to find this vendor again and buy a similar handbag in a brown or burgundy color, but unfortunately, I don’t remember her name or where she was from. So I guess I will hope to come across her one day. Until that time, I will continue to use my black shoulder bag until it falls apart! |
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posted on 16 August 2011
Boys boots comes in different forms and designs. This is due to the overwhelming number of boys’ boots manufacturers who are competing to provide the best products in the market. Boys can start putting on boots as early as 12 months after birth. And there are available different boots in the market that are designed to suit these pretty young toddlers. Big brand names like the Dan Post, Durango, and Tony Tama provide very comfortable toddler cowboy boots suitable for very young boys. They are reliable and credible manufacturer of high quality cowboy boots for all boys ages.
Size is a very important factor to consider when selecting boys boots especially with the cowboy boots. Sizes for cowboy boots vary significantly from small to large and it is not hard to find the right size for your boys boots. However, when buying boys boots, you should not choose exact sizes. Children grow very faster therefore you should buy a big size to allow easy growth of their feet. You should know the exact feet of your son before you start shopping for his boots.
Other factors to consider when choosing boys boots are the type of the material, styles and designs of the boots. Boys greatly love and appreciate styles and designs. You need to identify the design that your son preferred. You can discuss it with him to be sure. Boys boots also comes in several different colours and you should be sure with the right colour that you son will appreciate. Lastly, choose boys boots made with strong and durable materials. |
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posted on 28 June 2011
I own at least 10 handbags from different designers - from red evening bags to satchels! Some are brand name, well known, expensive handbags, others are just cute and practical bags I may have picked up at the local Wal-Mart or Target. There is one bag I have that stands out from the rest, it's made by my favorite and go-to designer brand for handbags or purses in general. It's my Peyton Op/Art hobo style handbag made by Coach. This bag is beautifully made, as all Coach bags are, and honestly I haven't found another one like it anywhere, that's including in Coach stores or online, which is exactly how I came across this awesome bag to begin with. Let me just say to make a long story short, I have bought 5 Coach bags in the past few years so I am totally familiar with the brand and all their gorgeous items. My Peyton Op/Art is rather large in size, hobo style, with two shoulder straps connected by shiny silver hardware and has two outer pockets, one on each side of the bag, with leather drawstrings to pull them open or shut. The color and design on this bag is what makes it unique to me, as obviously I've seen other Op/Art bags by Coach, but this in particular is a creamy white with brown canvas-like material with white leather patches on the bottom and corners. The pattern is large classic C's in white across the brown background. Inside is beautifully done in a light baby blue satin, with two small pockets on one side, and a larger pocket on the other with a zip closure. It has a cute hang tag on one of the shoulder straps that is a classic Coach hang tag in white leather. I added one of my favorite Coach key fobs on the hang tag as well that's a mixture of smaller Coach tags in pink, a heart made of pink rhinestones, and two tiny hearts, one is pink with Coach written in silver and the other is silver with a "diamond" like stone in the middle with Coach on the back. Now that I've described this bag in detail, I can tell you why I love it and why it's my favorite. I love it because it's big enough I can carry everything I need with me and then some, but being made of the canvas material it's not heavy as you would assume it to be. It's made impeccably well, as all Coach bags are. I love that to me it's unique because I am yet to see another one like it, in the same colors. It's my favorite because it makes any outfit look chic and stylish, and because it's Coach, of course! |
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posted on 8 June 2011
When getting ready for a formal and elegant night out on the town pearl earrings are your perfect accessory. Pearl earrings allow you to appear in an understated sophisticated manner. There are many different types of pearl earrings to choose from which gives you the opportunity to perfectly accent any outfit.
The most classic type of pearl earring is a white pearl stud. This pearl earring brings a touch of old Hollywood elegance to any outfit. Another popular style of pearl earring is the drop earring. This earring is less conservative and provides a trendier look to your entire outfit.
Pearls come in a variety of colors including ivory, chocolate and black. The variety of colors can allow you to make a bold statement while remaining appropriately accessorized for a classy event. When paired with a beautiful pearl necklace or bracelet you will be prepared for an elegant evening out. |
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posted on 20 May 2011
I love my tiling job. I love the outdoors, and I love the physical nature of my work. I keep myself safe up at height and I always make sure a I wear safety footwear and gloves because some tiles can be rather heavy and I've seen some accidents where a tiler drops some tiles on his feet, and he's fallen off the roof. With my shoes, I can drop tiles on there and barely feel it (I speak from experience!).
Tiling of course is good or bad depending on the weather. I actually love the cooler autumn days and even chilly winter days are survivable because I soon warm up with the physical exertions required to do my job. I hate the hot summers - there's just not getting away from the problem of toiling in the hot sun and hot weather - but being self-employed, I do choose to take on less jobs in the summer. |
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posted on 19 May 2011
We live in a pluralistic society. The internet has shone the light on us, and we realise that collectively, as a population, we have so many distinct and individual needs - for example, shoes for swollen feet - this is a niche that's go a strong demand. And many other niches exist too - because we humans are very needy, you know! Which is a good thing for small businesses, because we're not only needy, we're very creative too, and where there's a need, you can be sure there will soon be a supply to that need somewhere online.
Search engines have become our gateways to finding such supplies, and that last decade or so has seen a growth in niche markets that's surprised even business gurus. Small is truly the new big, even when you're a small business selling big shoes! The flexibility and agility of small business has meant that many have benefitted from creating supplies to niche demands. |
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posted on 1 May 2011
I've always thought of myself as an offbeat gal - seeking a unique flare to life. Deep down though, as most women do I dreamed of my Disney fairytale wedding complete with bridal tiaras, wedding cakes and the disco with naff 80s music! Do I want to be a sheep though? No. So my wedding day must be unique and offbeat to others. As I plan my wedding with my fiance we go over so many different ideas. Most I've never experienced in other weddings: Halloween masquerade ball, steam punk gathering, or shall we do a Star Wars themed wedding? So many ideas and I must pick one... or do I? Who says you have to stick to one theme or idea? After all this is YOUR day and expression of your love. I know our day will be a gathering of friends, love and fun! No classifications and no limits. Just like the love we celebrate. For us that is just what we need. |
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posted on 12 March 2011
Chinese freshwater mussels used to be grafted up to 50 times per shell when the industry mussel was primarily the cockscomb pearl mussel. This mussel produced a large number of pearls but they were of relatively low quality and were known as ‘rice krispie’ pearls in the 1970s and 1980s. The freshwater pearl industry then moved production to the triangle shell mussel (Hyriopsis cumingii). This particular shell produces fewer pearls, 24-36 per mollusc, but they are generally much better quality and therefore produces much better pearl jewellery. The pearls are usually bought whilst still in the shell and are then taken to a first stage factory where they are cleaned and sorted by size and shape. They are then sent to processing factories where they are treated in a warm and cold chemical solution and then bleached. They are then drilled and matched into temporary strands ready for the wholesaler. |
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posted on 16 February 2011
With the huge variety of styles and fabrics Coach has to offer, a Coach bag is the fashion item to have. I have many bags in the Poppy style, from tote bags to shoulder bags. They are in bright colors that pop. So if you are wearing a simple cotton black dress, if you carry a bright and shiny Poppy Coach bag you look like a million bucks. I like the Poppy style bags because they have a younger look. Coach leather bags are a great look, but are for older women I think. The print bags available from Coach are always up to date with the latest trends. They have cute and snappy names for the bags as well. So when you talk about them with your friends they know exactly what bag you have. I can throw on a pair of jeans and a classic white tee shirt, and caring a Coach bag I feel confident and classy. I have a Glam Poppy Coach bag that is covered in sequins and its sparkles like a disco ball, this is my favorite of all my bags. It is a definite state bag, people always comment on how beautiful it is when I carry it. I love my Poppy Coach bags, they are a must have to any women's fashion wardrobe. |
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