Friday, December 31, 2010

Window Shopping


Window Shopping: Front Yard Landscaping

 
Plants, trees and shrubs, oh my! There are so many options for your front yard landscaping that, at times, it can seem like the options are too many. From layouts, to designs, to whether you want the sidewalk to go down the middle of your front yard or wrap around the side; the choices for your front yard landscaping are literally endless.
 
Where To Begin?

Well, the best place to begin is to brainstorm an idea - think about how you really want your front yard to look like. Is this something you want instantly, or are you willing to work on it for a few years? Do you want pre-historic jungle or a more conservative brick walkway lined with flowers? These are the questions you need to ask to start you front yard landscaping project.

Next, after you have a general idea, start laying out what you want to see in your front yard. A lot of what you are going to want to see depends on where you area - but shrubs are a fairly common choice that often looks good, the staple of landscaping if you will. Outside of that, it's a good idea to try and match your landscaping to compliment the front of your house with colors, designs, and various other criteria.

Now, for those of us with negative fashion sense or color coordination, there is a plethora of designer help tips on the internet to help us with our front landscaping deficiency. From what plants to use, to the best arrangement, to how to place the plants that match the house - if you want it, they've got it.

The first stop is Better Homes and Gardens, or bhg.com. This is essentially the one stop shop for all your front landscaping needs in terms of materials, but also in less tangible materials, such as general guidance do's and don'ts for landscaping and, of course, the ever present helpful tips.

If you want some great ideas of places to start, check out servicemagic.com, which has a large database of photos from other's front yard landscaping. This can be a great resource of ideas, materials, tips, and basically anything else you want for your front yard landscaping project. The best way to learn is often to observe those who are already proficient at what they do, and this is no exception. Learn from the best and adapt their ideas to your own.

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Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Fashion Sense


Fashion Sense - Think Before You Shop

 
Genuine inner strength neither competes, nor compares itself to others. Guy Finley

When shopping, do you ever find yourself doubting the reason for your own actions? Or, do you suddenly get a mind-freeze when buying something you do not need just because may be on sale? It is really like the old saying that goes, the devil made me do it, or, I do not know why I bought this dress, or this skirt, top, shoes, or whatever.

In a situation like this, you must learn to laugh about it, salvage your pride for the mistake, and if you are too embarrassed to return it to the store, give it away as a gift. We have all been there. And it is a huge part of learning and recognizing your fashion sense, or your lack of it.

Rather than try to shop in an unorganized, haphazard sort of way, think about the type of person you are and the style of clothing you plan to purchase for your wardrobe. Then base your shopping habits on items that meet your personality and uniqueness. No matter how much you conform to what is offered in the stores, and what is popular at the moment, there are no two persons that will look exactly the same in the same outfit.

Before you step foot in the next shopping mall, stop and take a clear look at your life. Visualize every single place you frequently go and what you do while there. If your daily destination is to work, school, an at-home mom, a small business owner, a corporate executive, an entertainer, whatever, these are the places where you spend a good portion of every day doing many of the same sorts of things.

Your clothing purchases for these activities should make up the major part of your wardrobe. If you are not a glamorous entertainer, you will not have a closet full of after-five outfits. Clothing for what you do most frequently is your biggest investment. This is where you need the greatest variety. Clothing made in easy care fabrics are often the most important feature.

Next, decide what you can afford to spend. If, like most people, you have a limited amount to spend on clothing, make the most of each purchase. Plan well and with good values in mind.

Avoid trendy fashions that go out of style within three to six months. For longer lasting value, classic styles in dresses, suits and coats are always a good investment.

Is your present wardrobe worth saving? Make a list of every garment in your closet. Buy only new items when you need to discard old, out-of-style items. As fabrics have a tendency to fade from dirt, dust, and perspiration, protect and store your out-of-season clothing in dust-proof bags. Make sure your garments are laundered before storing them away.

Using the list you made of the clothing in your wardrobe, with a little careful planning and judgment, you will be able to decide which items from last season are still wearable. With a few alterations and your imagination, you may be able to update the look. For example, wear one of your classic suit jackets with a new sleeveless dress or long skirt.

In order to care for the various fabrics that make up your wardrobe, most garments come with a care-label. This tag tells you what the fabric is and whether it should be dry-cleaned or if it is suitable for machine laundering. Saving the tag may save you the expense of dry-cleaning a garment that is completely washable, or ruining one by washing it when it should have been dry-cleaned.

Fashion sense comes with planning, with care, and with one purchase at a time. Your wardrobe reflects not only your fashion taste, but also your judgment. Knowing the type of person you are and the style of clothing you plan to purchase for your wardrobe is the basic step. Remember, your shopping habits are formed when you purchase items that meet your personality and your uniqueness.

With these thoughts in mind, have fun shopping!

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Sunday, December 26, 2010

Make the Best Dressed List


Would You Make the Best Dressed List?


In any and every given moment of your life, you are either in command of yourself, or you are being commanded. Guy Finley

Keeping a wardrobe that is complete and always new is rare. The costs of buying clothing today and with the constant change in styles, bargains are a treasure. There is a definite challenge to being well dressed at all times, especially on a limited budget. For working women this is difficult, yet, it can be done.

The key is in the planning. It takes money to build a wardrobe, or to start over from one season to the next. When you plan your wardrobe, keep in mind your particular style or look. If you find yourself asking questions like, What on earth will I wear today? Or, I have got absolutely nothing to wear! Another favorite is to telephone a few friends to see what they are going to wear. If you find yourself doing any of these, then, your goal is to plan.

Asking yourself some of the following questions may prove helpful:

Does your wardrobe consist of more than 20% of clothing you have not worn in over a year, thinking they may come back in style?
Do you own enough accessories to start your own craft store?
How often do you make impulse purchases?
Before purchasing, do you allow enough time to actually try on the garments?

Answering these questions may make you frown, but these fashion problems are not uncommon. Just realizing what your fashion sense is, is the first step.

Getting to know your own particular styles including the strengths and weaknesses of your figure type is a start. Make a point to focus on a clear image of what you consider being well dressed. Knowing what you like, want, and what looks well on you are important. Buy only what suits you best and not rely on the opinion of someone else. Nor should you base your decision only on what is currently popular.

Fashion is distinctive to each individual and does not need to be classified into a standard mold. Let your own taste dictate your fashion and beauty behavior. Pay attention to fashion and beauty magazines and adjust your taste to the fashions that are made available. Rather then being blindly led to something that may just be the popular style of the moment, adjusting your style is the better way to go.

Where do you start to build a best-dressed wardrobe? Start at the beginning and learn to stretch your fashion dollars by saving any clothing you already have. Make an inventory of what you have in your closet. Most of us usually make two main divisions. One is your summer-wear; the other is your winter wear. Stay within reason and keep anything that is still useful and in good condition. Just try not to cling to any clothing, even for sentimental reasons, that have not been worn for over a year. They only take up space.

Dresses, suits and coats are your most important investment and should be cared for properly. Upon removing them at the end of the day, be sure to immediately hang them up on their individual hangers. Check for spots and stains, and if necessary, brush them off and air them first before putting them away.

In dressing well, the other parts of your wardrobe include your shoes and accessories. Shoes are a major item and must be kept clean and in shape as often as possible. Constantly walking along cemented sidewalks can be a death march to your shoe heels and soles. Have them repaired as frequently as possible and discard shoes when they are unsalvageable.

Accessories are additional items that may be the central aim of your outfit. Give them your attention. Jewelry items must be sparkling clean. Any traces of tarnish on silver pieces can be cleaned with silver polish. Soap and warm water may be applied to jeweled rings, except on pearls, to remove dust and dried soap on the stones or settings. A little soap and water rinse, and even a little rubbing alcohol on many costume pieces can bring back the shine.

With a little planning, a lot of care, and special thought to your wardrobe purchases, you can add life to your clothing and have a closet that will rival any superstar. Dressing well is a sign of your self-esteem. And self-esteem is a part of your personal development. Without it, you may not be motivated to pay any special attention to the way you dress. Go do, and be well dressed!

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Low Cut Jeans Hot Fashion Item


Why Low Cut Jeans Are Such A Hot Fashion Item These Days


Have you ever noticed that as you get older and fashions change, your body seems to change in the opposite direction? When low rise jeans first came out, I knew there was no way this body was ever even going to attempt wearing them. 

As I have grown older the idea of wearing the stylish jeans of the younger generation has never really been my thing. I don't exactly have a pot belly, but these jeans seem to demand a six pack stomach and alas, this is not the case with me. Besides, they look so uncomfortable and I wonder if they get any lower when you try to sit down. Oh well, not too be too outdated, I will wear the mid-rise jeans.

The older I get, the more I am constantly wrestling with the idea that I am no longer the young stud I use to be. Jeans are one of the clothing items that I of course still wear a lot of, but my style is much different than that of my sons.

I have never professed to being the king of fashion by any means, but I'm trying to balance my own body needs with the current fashion trends. I definitely don't want to wear the low rise baggy jeans that I'm seeing all over the television, they just will not flatter me or look appropriate for my age. But I like to try and look as good as possible with what I have to work with.

I have found that the regular rise of jeans works really well for me and helps to camouflage the fact that my stomach is slowly growing with age. I work out and stay healthy but nothing I do seems to be able to totally get rid of this little belly I have. But I guess that is just part of growing old.

Low rise jeans are pretty cool looking and I'm sure many of us middle aged men have at least tried a pair of them out, but I still have not seen anyone over the age of 40 that they really looked ok on.

My son's on the other hand absolutely love low rise jeans and I think that is pretty much all they own. Every time we are at the mall they are asking for another pair of jeans. It is an anomaly that they have so many jeans but continue to need more. But I guess since jeans are the current fashion trend there is really nothing my wife or I can do about it.

Low rise jeans are a great invention, but they really are strictly for women and the younger crowd, I'll stick to my regular jeans.

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Redesigning Your Style


Redesigning Your Style


If you cannot remember when was the last time you went out shopping for clothes due to your limited budget, perhaps there is a solution for you not to feel "out of fashion" anymore. Garnishing and remodeling clothes is not only an interesting idea for you to pass your time with, but it can actually help you renew your wardrobe with the minimum amount of money possible.

Transforming clothes was always connected with providing many important functions for human activity. In addition, transformed clothes are a byproduct of creativity and ingenuity. Being a stylish person is not easy. Thus, improving your clothes' demeanor as an act of conscious fashion shift towards contemporary refashioning of secondhand clothing is actually rather progressive. Experiencing the new character of that same old pair of jeans you have bought three years ago, can be the outcome of your dedication to commit some time and renew its old fit. A few cuts, at the right places, some foe crystals on its back pockets, a monogram on the thigh, a gold sparkling textile marker across the waist, are some of the things that can help you transform your used clothing and attract other peoples' attention to your unique style illustrated by your personally crafted fashionable creations.

Additionally, transforming old clothes, in any way, can become your new potential value to another social group. You might even discover a hidden talent while in the process. A number of people, who have begun remodeling or garnishing their clothes due to need or as a new hobby, experienced tremendous success through their hand-made creations and entered the fashion industry from the backstage. The "one-piece" deal is a strong marketing incentive when people need to convey through their clothes the feeling of being different; this need grows worldwide as globalization transcends all known boarders-especially that of fashion. By selling their creations to a variety of clothing stores, or more recently online, these clothes re-crafters reintroduced an old idea, which became an instant urban trend.

Thus, next time you look frustrated the resources you have available in your closet, instead of wasting time and money in trying to figure out what to wear for a night out, why not using your imagination along with some of your other skills to renovate the pieces of your wardrobe that need a little sparkle again to shine? Apart from it being a great idea to spend some quality time alone, redesigning clothes can also open up new career horizons; at least it can amuse you and your friends. Transforming an old skirt into an apron or a pillow case, garnishing your worn-out pants with silver spray suitable for textile painting, altering the length of your old simple black dress, or engraving your initials on your leather bag may be some of the alterations you can perform to your possession and enter a party with a redesigned style. The most important thing is that you will be able to congratulate yourself when one will gaze your looks and admire your stylish appearance. Most importantly, you will know that no fortune was spent on that "unique" piece of clothing you are wearing. Isn't that a sweat deal?

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Women's Handbags


Women's Handbags, Perfect Gift this Christmas

A new trend of handbag is what most women always catch their attention and interest. Since they have strong passion for different stylish handbags, they do love changing and matching them with their outfit all the time. 

A handbag is an essential and fashionable item to carry for most women who are conscious and eye-detailed to their fashion outlook. They are said to be incomplete without wearing a handbag because it seems that something is missing on their outfit if they doesn't come along with this important fashion accessory. On the other hand, they can be looked as the best as they can be if they carry a handbag on their body. That's because, handbag makes their outfit complete and helps them achieve a fascinating and captivating fashion style they most wanted. They also consider it as a complement partner for their clothing such as shoes, jeans, skirts, blouses and dresses because it enhances their look accompany with a handbag.

Since handbag is an excellent indicator of women's fashion preferences, it is considered as a perfect present this holiday season for all the women who have a special place in your heart. It is also an ideal choice as a special gift for them because it can be personalized based on their desire, taste and personality through the help of various selections of styles, type, colors and designs to choose from.

Giving a handbag as a personal gift for your mom, sisters, girlfriends and friends is no doubt a practical way of making them extra special, since it has become their compulsory accessory as they need to carry large amount of significant things such as files for their business related works, books for their school works, girl stuffs such as make up for their hang outs and other valuable tech stuffs such as cell phones and ipod that are part of their daily lifestyle. Just be sure to choose a handbag that matches to their likes and needs and it will assure you that they will appreciate the effort you've made in selecting perfect handbag and they will recognize how much you care for them.

So you can't go wrong by giving your loved one with a handbag since its functions and uses are suitable to their basic necessity and to their fashion statements. There's no doubt that handbag is a great gift choice that fits their interest and passion for fashion this holiday season.

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Current Trends In Jewelry


Current Trends In Jewelry


Jewelry has its trends and its stages in fashion too. What are the current trends in America? Interestingly enough, it doesn't seem to depend on what age group you're looking at. Across the board, for virtually all ages, brooches or pins have almost entirely left the world of accessories. While many women still have many pins in their collections, they are rarely seen in comparison to the frequency of seeing earrings, necklaces, rings and bracelets. For some reason, pins have seemingly fallen out of favor with the current trends in fashion, and many women are no longer wearing the brooches they inherited from their grandmothers. It should also be said though that women are not throwing them out; like all trends in fashion, pins are certain to come back at some point, the only question is when.

As for earrings, it seems that earrings have seen the most change in jewelry fashions in recent years. The small studs, small hoops and occasional small dangles are being replaced with oversized dangle earrings. These earrings are not like the old fashion of oversized hoops; this current fashion is for oversized dangles, not oversized in length, but in width. Dangle earrings are currently quite long, but their length is not remarkable; the width, however, is quite shocking. Sometimes it's hard to distinguish the hair from the earrings because the dangles seem to fill virtually the whole area surrounding the face. Despite their size, these dangle earrings are quite pretty, feminine and elegant. They are not the 21st century equivalent to oversized hoops that were frequently worn as a kind of rebellious style of jewelry; these dangles are in the mainstream and they are beautiful despite their size.

Everyday wear rings have not changed drastically in recent years, at least not in style. Styles are similar, although an important change to note is the frequency of platinum that is now being used. Traditionally, platinum was often used for wedding or engagement rings, now it is still used for both of those types of rings, but there are also a lot of simple gemstone rings that are platinum. Another current jewelry trend, in wedding bands only, is to have a solid band of diamonds instead of a solid band of gold or platinum. More and more women are choosing this style of wedding band; it can be seen on the fingers of many recent American brides.

Changes in necklaces and bracelets are also minimal, although one trend is that some jewelry is becoming more 'tribal', or having more of an ethnic look to it. While simple solitaire pendants and simple bracelets are still popular, bolder, heavier, more colorful styles in necklaces and bracelets are also hitting the jewelry scene. What is nice about this is that it doesn't seem to be competing with more traditional styles of bracelets and necklaces, whereas the current trend in dangle earrings certainly seems to be virtually eradicating other styles of earrings.

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Handcrafted Jewelry


Handcrafted Jewelry – Fashion Redefined

Jewelry of any kind makes a fashion statement. But the fashion statement can be made more interesting by the choice of jewelry. Through ages, jewelry has been a symbol fashion and romance. Wearing a beautiful piece of jewelry is always an addition that seems to complete the dressing for any special occasion. The choice of jewelry varies from person to person. Some like wearing diamonds, while others might like simple and elegant chain and pendant. Different people have different tastes and to meet the demands of the wide market, there are varieties of products today – some with semi-precious stones while others, equally ravishing. 

Everybody wants to own some piece of jewelry. But nobody likes wearing a common ornament. Imagine buying a new exquisite jewelry for some special occasion and finding out that the same thing is being worn by five others on the day. So along with exquisite styles, the demand for uniqueness is also growing. Unique and personalized jewelry are often more in demand than its counterparts. Uniqueness has its own value and hence the demand for trendy, stylish yet one of a kind jewelry is huge.

To meet this demand, handcrafted jewelry is probably the perfect choice. These jewelries are often personalized and unique. They have a wide variety of styles and are best to meet the demands of different individuals with varied tastes and preferences. Be it rings, earrings, necklaces, pendants or bracelets, handcrafted jewelry adds a different touch. The special ones are those which have personalized messages and romantic poems engraved on them. These personalizations make the handcrafted jewelries unique and reflect individual styles. Irrespective of an individual’s choice for elegance and specific color combinations or something bright and sassy that will really draw a lot of attention, these original and unique pieces of jewelry are probably the best choice for anyone who loves to be different.

Once considered funky and targeted to a limited market, the handcrafted jewelry has come a long way to become the latest buzz in the fashion mainstream. It has been re-invented as artisan jewelry and it appeals to a broader market of affluent buyers attracted to its uniqueness and limited availability. As an article of ostentation or for sending across a message of love and passion, personalized handcrafted jewelry has no substitutes. It can even be easily available through online stores, customized with one’s own message or poems and still highlight one’s style statement in a way that would not go unnoticed. The arrival of handcrafted jewelry trends with all these exclusive benefits has really redefined fashion in the present day.


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Important Tips On Trendiest Styles


Summer Dress - Important Tips On Shopping For The Trendiest Styles

When spring gives way to summer, you want to get rid of the long sleeve shirts, sweater and jackets. Opting instead for a summer look that is cool, feminine and lightweight. Stepping out in style is easy with these fashion trends, but make sure you pay attention, because styles do change from year to year. You want to make sure you are looking trendy while keeping cool this summer season.

Because styles change from year to year, it can be difficult to keep up with them and know what you should be wearing and what you should not. Here are a few tips to help you make the transition from spring slacks to a summer dress

One of the things you will want to make sure your summer dress has this season is ruffles! Ruffles are very feminine and can help hide any flaws you may have. Other key points for summer dresses are that they are sleeveless and short this summer. Full-length dresses are not popular this year.

Another thing to keep in mind while shopping is where you will wear your summer dress. If you are looking for one to go out in, you will want it to be more formal than if you are going to be running errands or taking the kids to the park.

Halter style dresses are another fashion do this season. The main thing you want to look for is one that can be versatile and take you from a day at the beach to an evening out. Any time you can use the same piece for two occasions is a bonus! Crochet is a very trendy addition to your dress, along with embroidery, which is classically feminine and shows quality in the summer dress. It is very elegant, yet cool for those summer days.

Even some throwbacks to the 1960's are back. A small top and full bottom on a summer dress is very trendy. Short and sassy is the way to go. These styles may look familiar when you look back in old magazines or your parents' photo album, but rest assured, they are the latest fashion finds!

Keep it short and simple is the main rule this season when choosing a summer dress. Embroidery adds a touch of class to your dress and length should be kept short. Show off those legs!

Summary:

No matter what you are doing, running errands, going out with friend or walking the dog, it is easy to look great this summer. Key points to remember when picking out a summer dress are ruffles, halter style and short! Embroidery and crochet are nice touches to add as well.

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Best Hairstyle and Beauty Trends


Best Hairstyle Fashions and Beauty Trends for 2006

Hairstyle and beauty has become quite a fashion statement lately. We have seen prices for a good cut or style skyrocket with no end in sight. Some cuts are going in and out of style every day it seems. As some beauty experts say - your hair can make you or break you. What will be the hot styles and beauty cuts for 2006? Some of these will surprise you.

1) The classic up-do. It has been one of the longest trends but seems to be a temporary style - something to do for a social party or event, but not every day. The hollywood stars like Jessica Simpson and many others sport the updo for Awards banquets and such, but they have personal hair stylists that can have their hair back in whatever style they want the following day. This style is best suited for medium or longer length hair.

2) Hair stenciling for uniqueness - this has been hot overseas in Japan, Milan, Paris, and London and is starting to make its way into the U.S. This is where you or a stylist create a stencil which you then attach to your hair and you use glitter and paint to make a bold, brazen fashion statement. Everything from animal prints (like tiger stripes) to symbols have been used. This works on any length hair, but is more predominantly displayed on shorter hair. Stencils have been used frequently lately on Runway models in shows by Gucci, Calvin Klein, etc...

3) The wedge. This was popular in the 1970's and is once again becoming popular. This was the cutesy do that made the likes of Dorothy Hammil America's sweetheart of that era. This style is gaining popularity amongst 30-40 year olds in search of a short and easily maintained style. The wedge tends to draw attention to your face, not your hair and looks natural. So, if you already have a beautiful face and skin this is a real winner, as it will draw people in to your good looks. We recommend natural, mild makeup with this do.

4) The mullet. Yes, I know we thought it died off in the early 90's, but it is making a surge again. No one knows why, except that is is a very low maintanence style - or basically no style. It is basically a mop of hair for head banging music. "Business in the front and party in the back." It has been popping up all over the south and has been seen on the rise even in New York, Chicago, etc... This is a bad style that just won't go away.

5) The Fullet. The female version of the mullet. Just as bad if not worse, but, once again it is making a comeback. Maybe that means the Bangles will make a comeback also? Heavy makeup is common with this do.

6) The flip. The style from the roaring 20's is back as can be seen at the recent awards shows. This style has always been equated with glitz and glamour. It is another easy style and is easy to maintain. The flip goes with almost any makeup regimen. All the stars have worn this do at one time or another - from Jodie Foster to Rita Garbo.

Most of the hairstyles trends for 2006 are comebacks and are easy dos. Basically, people want something that is easy to manage and want variety - a cut that can be easily tranformed from one style to another for different events or just for that different look. Women also want a style with easy, light makeup. According to numerous fashion sources these hairstyle and light makup trends trends will be the big styles of 2006.

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David Maillie is a chemist with over 12 years experience in biochemical research and clynical analysis. He is an alumni of Cornell University and specializes in biochemical synthesis for public, private, and governmental skin care interests. He can be reached at http://www.bestskinpeel.com
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Sunday, December 19, 2010

Quilted Handbag

The Classic Chanel Quilted Handbag

 
The Chanel classic quilted handbag is true Parisian chic, it just

oozes class and sophistication and no matter what the current trends are,
has a classic timeless design that has lived through many a fashion era.
There's something about that soft stitched leather and gold metal chain
that has created a signature style icon for women all over the world.

So let's go back in time to when it first began¡­

In 1955, Chanel introduced the Classic Quilted bag with the shoulder strap,
THE bag that shook the fashion world. It became so popular the first year
she had to decline numerous requests due to the lack of time to
painstakingly manufacture each one by her skilled artisans. The bag is
known in industry shorthand as the 2.55, after the month and year it was
introduced.

Chanel's signature quilted fabric has a "secret" quilting pattern sewn at the
back to keep the material strong. This material is used for clothing and
accessories alike.

Throughout the key fashion decades, the Chanel 2.55 handbag
miraculously hasn't changed much. Unlike other fashion design houses who
have altered their bag styles to appeal to the temporary whimsical
demands of fashion trends, the Classic Chanel 2.55 has stood it's ground.
In fact, in 2005, the fashion house celebrated by re-releasing the classic
just as it was.

The classic Chanel bag will never die. The latest versions out this year of
this classic bag are awe striking in lambskin and ostrich leather.

Can you believe that this bag is over 50 years old?

Rent this bag at http://www.kissmybag.com


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Choose a Fashion Design School

How to Choose a Fashion Design School

 
The big question is whether Fashion Design School is for you - and if so, how to choose the best from all the rest.

Is sewing one of your skills?

Do you find creating designs enjoyable?

Do you love to change patterns to create different garments from the original?

If your passion is fashion, a fashion design school just might be the right place for you.

Below are some of the reasons that should influence you to attend a fashion design school:

. Up-to-date styles that people buy is one of the things you will learn about.

. Earning your degree will greatly increased your level of confidence about making a living in the fashion industry.

. The rewarding experience of studying and working in a field you love.

. The various principles of the patterns you have worked on and will work on is an area you will learn much about

. Magnifying the shape and cut of your designs with the mixing and matching of color will be something you will become knowledgeable about.

. You will learn how to mix, match and accessorize to stunning effect. This will show you that there are endless possibilities.

. In fashion design school, the people you work with, share ideas with and form relationships with will be of many different kinds but with the shared passion for fashion.

. These relationships will set the foundation you need to start your career in the fashion world in meeting key people such as business partners, employees or employers, begins with the relationships you form in fashion design school.

There are quite a number of fashion design schools around the world. Located in London, the central Saint Martins College of Art and Design is one of the most famous. Other famous schools in London are The Royal College of Arts and the London College of Fashion. In other locations are such famous schools as the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp, Parsons The New School for Design in New York City and AIU in Los Angeles.

In the schools listed above, most of the course studies last for about three years.

Now, how are you going to choose the school that is best for you?

The ten tips below may be of help to you in making your decision:

Tip#1 Decide what area of fashion you would most like to go into. Then compare the schools to see which has the program that fills your needs

Tip#2 Make a list of things you will need to look into, such as tuition, location, programs offered, degree levels offered, placement record and many more that you might think of. Use this list in your search to find the right school.

Tip#3 Compile a list of fashion design schools that you wish to consider.

Tip#4 Find out everything you can about each school at their websites and list the pros and cons of each one.

Tip#5 Apply your list to the schools you are considering to narrow the field.

Tip#6 If possible, visit the schools that are left on your list. If a personal visit isn't possible, a video or virtual tour online may suffice.

Tip#7 Submit your application to those schools that remain on your list and meet your criteria.

Tip#8 Search the Internet and apply for grants and scholarships you may be eligible for while you wait to hear from the schools applied to.

Tip#9 Once you receive responses from the schools you applied to and from scholarship grantors, carefully review and compare, then make your final decision.

Tip #10 Now prepare for a journey in life like you have never experienced and enjoy!

You are on your way to one of the best fashion design schools the world has to offer!

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Secret of Perfect Fitting

The Secret of Perfect Fitting and Custom Made Clothes

 
Fashion can refer to the style or custom of dress that prevails at a given time. It can also refer to the garment that that is in style or the making of it. So, you can fashion your fashions in the fashion of the current trends. Well, you get the idea.

There are many variations in fashion around the world. Often, these variations are determined by the culture of the different regions. Variations can be very distinct, such as the Japanese kimono or the sari in India. Others are not quite as distinct. It is harder to distinguish the difference between British fashion and French fashion.

Other things influence the variations in fashion as well, such as age, occupation, social class and generation. The fashions worn by a young person might look less than appealing when worn by an older person, etc. But there are many crossovers. Often, it is the way different items of clothing are combined or accessorized that makes the 'fashion statement' unique to a particular group.

Fashion is in a continual state of flux. The changes can occur from year to year or even within a year. The nature of fashion is also very cyclical. What was in fashion ten or twenty years ago, is now or will be in fashion again. An example of this is hip-hugger jeans. They were in fashion in the late 60s and early 70s and have now come back into fashion.

The socioeconomic and/or politic framework that exists in a particular region often influences current fashions. 'Mao suits' were the result of the move to enforce uniformity in mainland China. Designers around the world picked up on this and created variations to fit into their cultural arenas.

Not matter what the styles are, everyone would like to dress in the current fashions or, at least, close to them. But it can often be too expensive for many women. There is a way to dress very fashionably and maybe even start a new trend or two yourself. Make your own fashions!

Even if you have never sewn a stitch before, you can learn to put together some great fashions. Start with a basic, easy pattern and make it similar to designer fashions by adding embellishments. As you become more proficient, you can use more complicated patterns or even make your own patterns based on designer fashions. A big advantage to making your own fashions is that you can make them uniquely yours.

There are so many benefits in making your own clothes. You can choose the colors, prints, patterns and textures for fabrics that you prefer. And, as I stated before, you can make your clothes uniquely yours with one-of-a-kind fashions. Each garment will be custom made just for you and made so that the fit is perfect.

No more wearing clothes that come close, but not quite, to fitting right. Best of all, you can save money making your own clothes. For about the same cost as buying one designer outfit, you can easily make two or more outfits.

Making your own clothes will give you so much satisfaction, not to mention making you the envy of your circle of friends.

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Fashion Accessories

Top 3 Most Loved Fashion Accessories

 
Everyone agrees that clothes can greatly enhance your looks and turn you out to be a fashionable individual most especially if they are perfectly fit to your figure. However, achieving such look doesn't mean that your search and desire to look best is over. This is for the reason that clothes are not just enough to make your outfit complete and form an astounding fashion statement. Let's admit the fact that there are also other significant things to consider in reaching the desired look to stand out from the crowd. This satisfaction can be attained through wearing some additional distinguishing pieces that will complement your outfit and these are fashion accessories.

Fashion accessories are things that are mostly used by women as well as men to add some detail and style to their outfit. They are also worn out to complement their clothes and create such new and extraordinary look that will surely get other people's attention. Nowadays, they have become so popular and in demand because these items are not just considered as essential for fashion but also part of basic necessity. Especially for those women, it's for sure that you'll see them wearing accessories wherever they go because they consider them as part of their daily lifestyle. Aside from this, these things have also certain place in their hearts, that's why they recognize them as extremely valuable possessions that must be always close to them.

To give you a guide on what accessories that are hot this year, here is the list of the Top 3 Fashion Accessories most loved and used by people.

1. Jewelries

These glittering items are the most well-known fashion accessories because they are meant for all ages. Even teens and other children are also fond of wearing these accessories because of its bright colors that make them become fascinated. Jewelries are also intended for both gender, that's why most men also wear these accessories such as watches and rings. Women are very much enchanted with jewelries such as necklaces, earrings and bracelets because they use them primarily for fashion to make them more beautiful and attractive.

2. Handbags and Purses

Handbags are also popular fashion accessories for most women and teenage girls because they consider them as one of their compulsory accessories. Since most of them need to bring large amount of necessary things for their office or school, they have to use handbags to carry their stuffs in a more convenient way. Aside from that, they also need a handbag where they can keep their make up to keep them stay fresh and beautiful all day long.

3. Shoes and Sandals

Shoes or sandals are also one of the most sought fashion accessories among women. Most of them own numerous pair of shoes with different styles and colors intended for complementing their different clothes.

Wearing fashion accessories is indeed a good way of enhancing your wardrobe and transforming your ordinary appearance into such stunning and surprising look. However, not all trendy accessories work best with your clothes as well as with your figure. So you must be careful in choosing your accessories because they can also turn you down if they are not well-complemented with your outfit and body type. Just learn how to accessorize and it's for sure that you'll shine best with your chosen fashion accessories.



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Islamic Designer Fashion

Guide to Choosing Islamic Designer Fashion Clothing

 
Islamic fashion & Thuabs are popular among Muslims and people from a variety of religions and cultures worldwide. The styles are often very minimalist with Islamic clothing & Jubbas being a good example. Islamic Men designer fashion is usually very comfortable too, and suitable for warm and humid conditions, as well as cold conditions.

Where do you find Islamic Urban Wear?

Islamic urban wear is Islamic fashion & thuabs as well as Islamic clothing & Jubbas, and can be found online through shopping search engines such as shopping.com and the Google Product search. When you use a shopping comparison product not only will you be able to view a variety of merchants offering the products you require, you will also be able to compare and contrast them, ensuring that you will be able to find who offers the best prices, the quickest deliveries, and the payment method that you are looking for. You can also find Islamic mens designer fashion and womens Islamic urban wear on the high street. There are specialist shops that provide Islamic fashion & thuabs as well as many general fashion retailers that stock Islamic urban wear.

What should you look for in an Islamic Mens Designer Fashion Retailer?

When choosing which Islamic mens designer fashion retailer to shop from one consideration is naturally price. You should look for who offers competitive pricing; however that is not the only thing. You also need to look for who is reliable and likely to deliver good customer service. If you are buying on the web for example, look for someone who has a telephone number on their website, as you may need to contact them if there is a problem with the order. You should also do a search for their company name on the web and see if there is any negative publicity associated with them. Should you be unsure about your order, it is also a wise idea to ensure they have a refund policy just in case.

How do you know what Islamic Fashion & thuabs are right for you?

With Islamic mens designer fashions and any fashion for that matter, you should wear clothing that you feel comfortable with and that you feel encapsulates your personality. Those that merely follow fashion are not the kind of people who wear Islamic fashion & thuabs. It is those that wish to stand out from the crowd and really make an impression.

How do you know what Islamic Clothing & Jubbas are right for you?

Islamic clothing & Jubbas are right for you if you feel they are a good match with your personality. If you feel that they are a means by which to express the way you feel, act and want to be perceived then it is likely that they are right for you. You should also chose Islamic clothing & Jubbas that fit your taste in music and other passions; whether it is sport, dancing or film.

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Fashion Design Business

Starting your own Fashion Design Business

 
What a lot of people don't realise is that many fashion design businesses have started out as just a small home business. In a lot of cases these businesses would even have been started from their kitchen table or spare bedroom. The fashion business is definitely a business which could be started from home and on a very small budget.

Laura Ashley was one such designer who started her design business on her kitchen table in London. She went on to build a very successful international design business.

Another international fashion designer whose fashion design talent was sown in his own home and at a very early age was the designer, Bruce Oldfield.

They, amongst other designers, have inspired many to live out their dream of owning their own fashion design business and following their footsteps to success.

The fun and pleasure of creating your own designs can start at any age. Once the fashion bug takes hold, it can be a very exciting and exhilarating time. The
adrenaline will constantly being stirred by the creation and completion of new designs. These designs may have been inspired by the most unusual items, such as a brick, the sunset, an old pattern, an architectural building, or any item.

If you find yourself sketching or doodling designs on every spare piece of paper, then you most likely have a hidden talent yourself for being a fashion designer.

Why not give yourself the opportunity to start a fashion business from your own home?

You could specialise in various niches, including women's clothing, full size clothing, gothic clothing etc. One way of starting your business would be to create a few samples of your designs and then promote them with the help of friends at house parties to find out if they are marketable.

When you have completed this initial research, you should then take your new business to the next level, which would be to prepare your business plan.

There are certain qualities required to run a fashion design business and two of the most important ones are, tenacity and determination. There will be many times when

working on your fashion business that you will feel like giving up and this will be entirely because of the enormous amount of work involved. This is when the tenacity quality will be required. You will have to have enough determination to achieve all the dreams you have for your fashion business success.

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Find Hot Fashion Trends

Where to Find Hot Fashion Trends

 
The fashion world is highly fickle. There is an extremely fine line between wearing clothing that is so trendy that it will be out of style in a week and finding a nice, modern look that will be around for at least a few years or so. While the world of mens fashion does indeed change little by little, it is nowhere near as erratic as the world of womens fashion. In fact, if a girl is to stay on top of the fashion world week after week, she may end up spending thousands of dollars in clothes each and every month. So, no matter if you are a guy or a girl, in order to stay on top of the hottest movements without allowing your clothing to look dated or too trendy, you will want to consult every resource you possibly can to figure out what will look best on you. Currently, the best resources out there appear in three branches of media the Internet, the television and printed books and
magazines.

If you do not want to end up like one of the bad dressers on a show like What Not to Wear, then you will want to make sure that you constantly keep up with the current fashion . The Internet will provide you with a valuable tool to keep you up to date with the latest fashion trends by showing you hot looks that are for sale in department stores around the country as well as hundreds of pictures of models and movie stars with their daily wardrobes. From these resources for fashion trends, you can easily make up your own mind about what you think you would look good in and what will obviously be out of style in the coming months.

Television functions much like the internet when it comes to fashion trends. Unless you live in Los Angeles or New York, chances are that you are completely out of the loop when it comes to the most stylish fashion trends. Year after year, LA and NY set many of the most interesting fashion trends thanks to the celebrities, designers and generally wealthy people that live in these cities. Whenever you turn your television to a show that takes place in one of these hip cities, you can easily check out what the stars are wearing.

Finally, you can use print media to determine which fashion trends are right for you. Celebrity magazines, fashion magazines and even catalogues from clothing stores are all valuable if you are looking for the freshest fashion trends on the market. However, magazines have a tendency to focus on clothing that is out of most peoples price range, so be sure to take a magazines recommendation on fashion trends with a grain of salt.

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Fashion Marketing School

How Fashion Marketing School Can Get You a Career in Fashion

 
There are many Fashion Marketing Schools throughout the world, of varying standards and reputations.

Fashion designers create the latest styles which appear on the catwalks and in shops and finally are available for purchase. All this is done with fashion marketing.

Fashion marketing students can learn from professionals about the hows and whys of the fashion industry and various fashion cycles. They can participate in field trips, undertake projects and learn everything about trends and fashions in internships.

There are many things to learn if you are interested in working in the fashion industry. It is not simply a case of what is in fashion and what is not. You will need to learn about business management, advertising strategies, marketing techniques, merchandising and display, retail management and fashion coordination - basically, everything to do with the industry.

Fashion marketing school is not an easy option but if you live and breathe fashion, it could well be perfect for you. Not everyone would do well at a fashion marketing school. Are you fascinated by fashion? Do you have good fashion sense and a sense of style? Do you know what is in style right now? Do you want to use your fashion sense to follow a rewarding career in the fashion industry?

If you have a degree in Fashion Marketing, you can choose which career you want. Some of the choices are a fashion coordinator, fashion buyer, store or boutique manager or owner, a visual merchandiser or a retail merchandiser.

There is always the possibility of becoming a top designer one day too but you must never think that working in the fashion industry is easy. It requires a lot of natural creative skill, business aptitude and plenty of hard work.

Fashion marketing is about combining advertising, design, business administration and an understanding of how the fashion world functions and what is going to be fashionable in the future based on current fashions and pop culture. If you are a fashion marketer, you will bring the ideas from the designers down the potential buyers, from behind the scenes.

If this sounds like the type of career you would be passionate about, it is vital to select a good fashion marketing school which offers the right kind of program for you and a great training schedule. You will need to attain good exam results to apply for a place in most respected fashion marketing schools. You can apply by mail or even online for places.

Fashion marketing students can specialize in fashion textiles, accessories, footwear markets and more, once they have studied the fashion marketing basics and covered all the groundwork necessary for a career in fashion.

If you are thinking about a career in fashion marketing, it could be a great step but you have to be a hundred percent sure that you have the necessary ambition, drive and aptitude to follow it through. A half-hearted approach will get you left behind.

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