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Fashion News, Reviews and Tips!

Fragrances As Part of a Gift

Thursday
Jun 19,2008

Fragrances make a great gift, but why spend too much when you can grab a great perfume at a great price? For a fraction of the prices you’ll find in the shops, fragrances can be found here that are guaranteed to delight any recipient – and what’s more, it’s fun to shop online (no crowds, no queues, just you and your computer! What could be easier?)

You can find gifts for any person, from your parents to your partner for life. For your mum, what about Anais Anais, a timeless classic that any female would love? Together with some lush shower gel just for her, mum can feel great any day of the week, not just special occasions.

For your dad, you can’t go past Davidoff Adventure. Teamed with Clarins Shaving Gel and a great razor, any bloke is sure to love a gift they wouldn’t normally buy themselves.

But what about your partner? A gift basket with their favourite fragrances and some chocolate body paint, a selection of lubes and massage oils and some shower gel (for you both!) – turn off the television and take the phone off the hook!

Why Choose a Fine Linen

Wednesday
Jun 11,2008

Unlike polyester, linen is a timeless fabric with a history to match. Although the term has come to apply to a variety of materials, true linen comes from flax. No matter the type of material, it seems the same problems apply. Ironing, ironing, ironing. It is not the only problem but other than its reputation, why choose it at all? Here are ten reasons why you should buy a fine (flax) linen.

1. Durability: Flax is stronger than cotton and harder to tear/shred. Depending on the quality, it can be twice as strong. There is no pilling either, which makes it great for table linen as well as clothes.
2. Good heat conductor: The fibers are a good heat conductor so cool to the touch. This is especially great for summer bed linen and clothing.
3. Absorbent: Wicks perspiration away from the body.
4. Lightweight: Did I mention summer?
5. Soft: A good quality weave feels like silk without the fragility.
6. Repels dirt: Who doesn’t want that?
7. Easy to alter: If you visit a tailor or are a DIYer, it is easy to stay crisp at a good price.
8. Hand washable: Since this fabric holds dyes well, it is usually hand or machine washable.
9. No static: enough said
10. Classic: A fine linen will never go out of style.

Thursday
Jun 5,2008

Not many people think of what’s under the clothes. Okay, so maybe some do, but I’m sure they don’t think of their underwear as fashion accessories, or indeed fashionable.

Mens underwear is one area many people – particularly men – don’t pay attention to. Well, not until they are faced with how tragic their choice of undergarment is. But boxer shorts are one item of underclothing that can’t be passed up. Always fashionable and available in a range of patterns, fabrics and cuts, now your underclothes can be as up-to-date as your outer clothes.

Speaking of outer clothes, if you’re a guy and sick of having your other half pick your t-shirts, why not surprise her and opt for a few polo shirts? Again, coming in a range of colours and materials, these ever-versatile garments can be worn dressed up with trousers for a decent restaurant dinner, or dressed down with jeans or cargo pants for a night at the movies and mini golf.

With these handy hints, it’s a sure bet you’ll surprise her with your wise fashion choices, and save her a trip to the men’s store.

Sunday
May 25,2008

Everyone needs something on their feet to get around and this years hot ticket item are the Gladiator Sandals. As clothes define a person, many people are turning to the new sandals to make sure they are noticed in any crowd. No matter what type of clothing you have on, the sandals can be matched with anything ranging from casual wear, denim or with formal wear.

The gladiator sandals are defined by their outline of straps that go up to and above the ankle and enclose the foot with straps. Some of the common designs of the sandal include cut out toe and heal, ankle wrap for support and are produced mainly in leather. Their popularity hit the media earlier in the year when even Gwyneth Paltrow was spotted at the Cannes film festival sporting a pair of gladiator sandals and has had a constant appearance on most red carpets ever since.
As with most things, the price ranges on this item based on the line you buy. Created in both designer lines as well as mainstreamed lines, they are available to anyone looking to spice up their summer with a new look! So if you are looking for some fashionable footwear to get your thru the summer look no further than the gladiator sandal!

The Fashion Guide For All

Sunday
May 18,2008

Who doesn’t like to dress to the nines to impress everyone out there. With so many brands catching up in the market, it is definitely difficult to make a choice. you might stand in front of Burberry Shop looking at a dress that you like and then suddenly you turn your attention the the Prada skirt that is just right next to Burberry. Then you think and think which one that suits your taste. In the end, you either buy all of it, or you are not buying anything.

Now, how do you keep up with the latest fashion? You either find out from the websites or browse through some glossy page of a fashion magazine. The good thing here is you can learn a few beauty tricks like how to wear a scarf without having to look like a granny. However, beware, for some people who are beginning to obsess with fashion are becoming fashion victim thus they spend all their money getting everything so-called latest fashion. In the end, they end up having nothing but heaps of clothes and piles of debts.

It is not wrong to be fashionable but there must be a limit for everything. You can go extreme on fashion like putting up all sorts of make up products that are claimed to be ‘in’ the season as you will eventually end up like a crazy person. The best way is to be moderate in dressing up and putting on make up. Never buy something just because it is the ‘latest’ fashion or design. Always be confident that you look just as pretty without all the so-called fashion accessories dangling around you. Fashion is about knowing what is best for yourself and make the most out of it rather than just trying to ‘fit in’ into something that’s not you.

Leather Jacket

Sunday
Mar 23,2008

A trend in woman’s fashion that has been around for a little while now is Women’s Leather Jackets. For a long time, it seems that only men wore leather jackets. This trend evolved over time, and women began to wear their boyfriends’ or their husbands’ leather jackets. Clothing stores saw that they could definitely make a profit off of leather jackets made for women, so they began to cut the leather jackets to fit woman, and the trend was a hit.

Leather jackets are probably one of my favorite accessories for women. Leather jackets made for women hug them in all the right places. Whether you want your jacket to look flirty and cute, or you want to look like a tomboy, you can always find the right cut for you that makes you look however you want to look. Not only are leather jackets stylish, but they are also great for keeping you warm during the cold days and nights.

Sometimes, black is not everyone’s favorite color, so many companies have begun creating these leather jackets in different colors, such as pink. And for you animal lovers, many manufacturers do not use real leather, so while these jackets still look stylish and look like real leather, they are not.

This is a great accessory for just about any girl out there, and I love it.

Monday
Mar 10,2008

Anne Hathaway has always been a goddess on the Red Carpet. She’s gorgeous and has always been a fashion icon, never wearing anything too flashy. Her style is simply classy, and the dresses she wore on the Red Carpet were always so beautiful, but one dress in particular sticks out in my mind whenever I think of this gorgeous diva.

This dress, designed by Stanley Tucci flattered Anne Hathaway’s figure, and fit her perfectly. It was beautiful, not too flashy, and not too showy. It was classy and gorgeous.

This dress was the perfect length, cutting right about the knee, and it wrapped around Anne’s figure in a way that shed pounds in seconds. What was really eye-popping about it was the beautiful bright yellow color of the dress.

Not only was her dress gorgeous that evening, but so was she. She adorned the dress with the perfect accessories. She wore diamond earrings that while not being too big, shone and stood out. She held a whitish yellow clutch bag, then did not detract from the dress at all. Anne also chose the perfect heels to go with that perfect dress. The silver shoes gave her an extra two inches off the floor, and dressed her feet beautifully.
This was definitely Anne’s Red Carpet evening, of all the ones she has experienced so far.

Leggings

Monday
Mar 10,2008

One of the newest, and in my opinion, the greatest trend in fashion today is the leggings. Leggings have all of the perfect characteristics of a great article of clothing. They’re comfortable, fashionable, and trendy. This ‘80s trend has made a comeback in the new millennium, and goes with just about everything, causing this trend to be a favorite of, not only teenagers, but business women, and even women who remember the popular trend from their younger days.

Even celebs have been spotted out about in their leggings. Stars like Sienna Miller, Hilary Duff, and Drew Barrymore have been spotted strutting along the streets in their leggings. But who can blame them? As said earlier, leggings go with just about anything. They go great with just about any shoe, whether you choose to pair them with flip-flops, boots, or high heels. And any top or bottom clothing apparel will match them. Whether you wanted to wear that short skirt over them, or just wear them as pants, and put on a trendy shirt, leggings are guaranteed to match.

Perfect for any time of year, leggings are not only stylish, but comfortable. Keeping you warm in the winter and taking away the fears that the wind may blow your skirt up in the spring and summer, this trend is sticking around for a while this time.

Converse

Monday
Mar 10,2008

If you haven’t seen them or don’t know what they are, then you’ve been living under a rock for the past few years; Chucks or Converse are the choice of shoes for many. They are comfortable, and have multiple purposes. With new styles and different colors, you could probably go through your whole life without wearing or even seeing every single style and color of these shoes.

For those of you who have no idea what I’m talking about, you will probably know when I tell you that Converse are the shoes with the big star on the side. The shoes that everyone is wearing. They are comfortable beyond belief. While they are stylish, they are also the kinds of shoes that you can run around in or play soccer in, and as I said, there are so many different styles and colors, that your Chucks will never be exactly like anyone else’s.

Styles go anywhere from High Tops to Low Rise, and the colors vary anywhere from pink to black to lime green to checkered yellow and maroon. And these shoes are certainly worth the fifty dollars that you pay for them. Most people get a good two or three years out of these sturdy shoes. These are some of the reasons that these shoes are what I believe to be some of the best shoes created by man.

Uggs

Monday
Mar 10,2008

If you don’t own them, then you at least know what they are. This winter season, they were definitely the hottest trend, going out of stock quite a few times. I’m talking about Uggs. These are shoes that were worn by teens and their moms this season. These were comfortable, keeping your toes nice and warm in the cold, and obviously, fashionable. You could wear them with anything; your skinny jeans, your leggings, even your dresses and skirts.

These shoes came in an assortment of colors and styles. Stars like Liv Tyler were spotted wearing them around, and even Oprah promoted them on her Big Giveaway show. Towards the end of the season, even men began to wear these fashionable boots, and soon the product went worldwide, becoming popular everywhere.

Uggs come in all kinds of styles; short Uggs, full length Uggs, Australian Uggs, and multi-colored Uggs. Whether you’re tucking them into your jeans, wearing them with your bare feet, or wearing them with leggings, they’re always going to look stylish. If or when you own a pair yourself, you’ll understand how and why they’re so stylish and popular. Uggs are the boots that provide you with a way to be stylish and comfortable at the same time.