Monday 31 March 2014

Full Skirt Dresses Fashion

Full Skirt Dresses are great for that summer day when you feel like being breezy and having nothing that is too tight on your body. Full Skirt Dresses have a vintage feel as they are inspired from fashion of the olden days when women wore clothes that fitted at the waist and flowed outwards in sort of like a blooming flower.

Isabeli Fontana for Morena Rosa Shoes 2013/2014


Iselin Steiro for Hermès Scarves Catalogue Spring 2014


V-Neck Sweater an essential for every man

V-Neck Sweater - This type of sweater in a neutrals such as navy, grey or even black is a necessity. V-Neck sweaters may be worn with jeans, over collared shirts as well as under a suit. Cotton blends, Cashmere, soft Wools are ideal. JCrew is famous for their sweaters and usually keep a classic approach.

Natalie Portman for 'Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet' New Fragrance Campaign Spring 2014

Photographed by Tim Walker

Fitted Suit for the Fashion Forward Man

Every man needs to own a Fitted Suit - A nicely fitted suit that is not to heavy handed in weight and also a grey color is best. Grey is a key color for Men, because it is fitting for any season and most occasions.  Two button fronted suit allows a cleaner fit on many body types. Choose accordingly. Hugo Boss at South Coast Plaza offers some of the best fits and fabrics. Hugo Boss Two Button Grey Suit

United Colors of Benetton Fall/Winter 2012 Ad Campaign


Ten biggest nutrition myths you may not know that exist


In the quest for a healthy lifestyle there have been solutions that people have tried to provide in order to achieve a healthy style of living. Just as there have been solutions so have many myths come up about what is healthy and what is not. These myths have been circulation the world over with scientists and doctors trying to prove whether they are true or not.

The risk of heart disease increases with the consumption of egg yolks
Eggs have always had a reputation that they are to be blamed for the high risk of someone getting a heart attack because the cholesterol in the yolk is quite high. The nutritionists have tried to show that this is untrue because there is only a small amount of cholesterol that goes into the blood stream for some individuals.

Eating after 8 p.m. causes weight gain
It does not matter what time you eat your food as long as the quantity is right and you have not over eaten. Eating after 8 pm will have very little significance as to how your weight will increase. Your body will still digest its food the way it has been doing it. Though the body slows down in the way it functions only the quantity of food that you eat will have an effect on your gaining weight.

Naomi Campbell for Shape Magazine April 2014

Naomi Campbell shows off her age-defying figure in a swimsuit on the cover of Shape magazine’s April 2014 issue.
On covering magazines: “I've been on almost every magazine in existence, but this is my first time posing for Shape, and I’m thrilled. Of course, I wish I had done it when I was younger, but it’s an honor to be here at any age ”Every cover I got, I fought for. No’s don’t deter me—they make me more determined.”
On quitting smoking: “People told me that cigarettes are harder to quit than alcohol. I didn’t believe it, but you know what? It is harder. I’m not someone who wants to light up inside people’s homes, including my own, and I don’t want to stand outside on street corners anymore. It’s still a struggle. In fact, just talking about it makes me crave one, so let’s stop, please! But I am really trying.”

On foods she eats and stays away from: “I don’t eat fish, pork or tuna or any other fish that eats another fish because of mercury. I like spicy foods. I put chili spice on everything!”

Inside Avicii's Los Angeles Home Worth $15.5 Million

Swedish DJ Avicii has purchased a new property in the Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles for $15.5 million. Located in an area that provides a beautiful view over Los Angeles, the contemporary-style home spans over 7,000 square feet.

Trend spotlight: the double wrap belt

I'm loving the Double Wrap Belt trend that has been seen both on the runway and celebrities alike for quite some time. I knew this type of belt but I didn't know what it was called so I was so excited to stumble upon it while browsing and I decided to write about it. It seems belts keep reinventing themselves, from plain, to embellished, to ripped kind of belts. The Double Wrap Belt for instance if just a normal belt but longer which makes the wearer have to wrap it around himself or herself just as the name calls it. 

Designers have been creating their own version of the Double Wrap Belts from Micheal Kors to Diane Von Furstenberge among others. Victoria Beckham has been spotted with the Double Wrap Belt with different outfits. The Best part of wearing this type of belt is that it is versatile and can be worn with several different outfits and as an accessory. You can put it on with your full skirt, chino pants, wear it with shorts and even use it to cinch your waist when wearing the belt with a waterfall cardigan. Your skinny jeans can also benefit form wearing the Double wrap Belt. This type of belt is lovely, trendy and quite simple to pull of because there is no absolute way of wearing it, choose to make it your own and create your own trend while at it. See how to dress this Double Wrap Belt.

What you need to know about Wedding Planning


Wedding planning is the process of identifying things that are necessary for a successful day for the bride and groom. Checklists include the number of guests and sitting arrangements that will be used during that big day. The venue is also included in the wedding planning process. Invitations to be sent to the guests and family are also considered in the wedding planning, which color, design and how many are to be bought.
In wedding planning the budget is considered to ensure that bride and groom have a reasonable amount of money that is comfortable for them to spend.
Every bride wants to have a smooth and stress free day on their wedding day. That is why most will want to access the services of a wedding planner who will make the brides work easier. Wedding planning includes sourcing for the wedding venue, the food, flowers for the reception area and even assisting the bride to choose her wedding gown.

Random Monday: Fertility envy, Why you should not be jealous of your friend's pregnancy


Pregnancy is a time of celebration for the parents of the child and even friends and family. Celebrations usually follow with the announcement that you are pregnant. The news is received with a lot of excitement and expectations. Friends will throw a party to celebrate the expected addition to your family as they await the birth of the child or children in cases of multiple pregnancies.

Fertility envy affects those women who cannot give birth or have been trying for years that they have been forced to consider either adoption or treatments to assist in conceiving. A woman may be in her thirties and unable to conceive only to hear that her friend is expecting another child. This brings about feelings of envy and sometimes even anger. Though not intended the feelings are usually the first thing that they feel as a response to news of pregnancy, which may last for a while or even cause the friendship to end.
Being jealous of your friend being pregnant will only cause stress for you and your friend that needs to be healthy for the pregnancy. Here are some reasons why envy caused by pregnancy news should not be a part of your life.

Vintage necklaces represented opulence and power


Necklaces are jewelries that are mostly favored by women. They come in all sorts of designs, colours, shapes and even weights. They have been in existence since the beginning of time as they had different meanings to the wearers. Vintage necklaces are jewelries that are originally from the past and have been preserved until the present day.  They are those that have no replicas and are unique to their designs. They have a higher value than ordinary necklaces and some are even sold at auctions to the highest buyer.

Bold, chunky and full of art is what can be described as the characteristics of a vintage necklace. They are rarely found easily as some have specific shops that sell them.  Owing to how delicate vintage necklaces are, they are only handled by experts in the field of jewelry production who understand their intricacies. Acquiring vintage necklaces is not as easy as going into a shop and asking for one. Most of the shops that sell them usually have replicas or imitations. Sometimes the designers may create the necklaces in the design of certain pieces of the vintage necklaces.

Pharrell Williams for GQ US April 2014

Photographed by Paola Kudacki

On Hillary Clinton being the next president of the US: “Let me tell you why Hillary’s going to win. Everywhere you go in this country, you have red and blue. You got the Democrats; you got the Republicans. You got the Bloods; you got the Crips. You know what else is red and blue? Blood. Blood is blue in your body until air hits it, and then it turns red. That means there’s unity. There’s gonna be unity. So when you think about a night where there’s late-night talk-show hosts and it’s mostly women, that’s a different world. Right? A world where 75 percent of the prime ministers and the presidents were women: that’s a different world. That’s gonna happen, and it’s gonna happen when Hillary wins.

 Because you know what? No matter how staunch of a supporter you are of no-abortion, whatever you are: you’re a woman, and there’s no way in the world you’re going to vote for somebody that’s going to try to tell you what to do with your body. Hillary’s gonna win. Listen, I’m reaching out to her right now. She’s gonna win.”

Saint Laurent Fall 2014 RTW


Home remedies to cure dark under eye circles


The skin which is the largest organ in the body is very sensitive but there are other sensitive areas in the body which are more than others. For instance the skin around the eyes is very delicate and thinner than in any other part of the body especially the face. Dark under eye circles are usually from various reasons, the most common ones being stress and lack of sleep. However there are other factors that contribute to having dark circles under the eyes for instance two other causes that most people would not have an idea are that sometimes the cause of this condition is hereditary and nutritional deficiencies.
This is why the skin under your eyes requires more tender care as sometimes it reflects what is going on in our inner parts of the body. Most specialists or doctors are able to diagnose some illnesses or problems just by looking at the skin on the face. The face and mostly the eyes can show whether you have been neglecting your health, abusing it, if you are having stress, how much faster or slower you are aging among other things.
Internally your health can be diagnosed just by how the skin under the eyes looks like, this is because that area has no oil glands and its texture is too refined. There are ways to prevent dark circles from being a problem. Just have a nourishing and balanced diet which includes foods such as beans, fresh fruits and vegetables, unprocessed foods and milk products. 

Alonso Mateo setting Kids' Fashion trends on fire

When it comes to Kid’s Fashion, most parents would like for their children to look fabulous even if just for their own fun. But today the fashion industry is not just for grownups, even kids have become models who showcase clothes for their peers which make it a competitive field to be in, especially those Hollywood mums who want their kids to be in trend and even make money out of modelling. So I came across this kid Alonso Mateo…he is so cute and is already “fashionising” the web world with his looks. He spots all the latest trends, monochromatic, rolled-up jeans, happy socks, tailored suits, colored laces, loafers, round-shaped shades, denim just to name a few of them. He is a really cute style icon who knows what he wants. His mom has a lot to do with the outfits too but it takes a kid who knows his stuff to pull off some of these looks. I can’t even imagine what he will be spotting when he is in his teens and even adulthood. Plus Alonso Mateo has the greatest poses you ever saw! His statement fashion accessory Aviator Sunglasses! See him in action below.

Friday 28 March 2014

What to wear with men’s T-Shirts


The t-shirt has been in existence since the 1940’s, initially made for the navy to be used as an inner garment; it has evolved into a stylish piece of clothing that most men own. The t-shirt is an essential wardrobe staple for any man who knows how to put together an amazing style. With t-shirts they are mostly to be worn when going out, as a casual outfit but they can still make a statement. There are various types of t-shirts, they include:

Plain t-shirts are t-shirts that usually have only one color like white, blue or even purple. They usually have no words or pictures written on them. They may at times have two colors with no words or pictures on them.
Printed t-shirts are t-shirts that have images on them. Images of photographs, cartoon and sometimes words written on them are part of printed t-shirts. Printed t-shirts are also those that have company logos or even the logo of an upcoming event.

Graffiti t-shirts are those that have artistic images of characters, cartoons or messages that are often depicted with different colors. They are mostly worn by the young men who want to express themselves through art and fashion. Among other types of t-shirts are the long or short sleeved ones. We also have concert t-shirts worn to such events like music.  For t- shirts there are what to wear with them in order to have the best look or style. Here are a few tips:

Ajak Deng


Name: Ajak Deng
Nationality: Australia
Mother Agency: FRM Model Management , Victoria Australia
In March 2010 walked for Lanvin, Givenchy, Chloe, Marc by Marc Jacobs and Jean Paul Gaultier.

Angelique “Ajak” Deng, was one of the breakout stars of the SS10 Paris shows, booking Chloe, Givenchy, Jean Paul Gaultier, and Lanvin. An array of editorials has followed — most notably, Interview with Mikael Jansson and V with Amy Troost. Look out for Ajak in the upcoming Fall 2010 Topshop campaign shot by Josh Olins. Born in the Sudan, Ajak now calls Melbourne, Australia home.

Snoods Items Men Should Own This Year

The snood is basically a form of scarf that is versatile, simple to pull off and can be worn with any outfit. The snood comes in many different styles, colors, patterns and materials that you can choose from. It all boils down to your own personal taste and whether you like wearing the scarf or not. If you want an understated look go for a neutral color that can blend well with almost everything in your wardrobe. Since a snood is already designed to look like a scarf, there will be no bulky knots to look unsightly or lumps that are mostly in tying a normal scarf.

If you have a simple outfit on, a snood will give you that nice texture and detailing that comes with wearing the Snood.  You can choose to go bold with your Snood by selecting a bolder color to match or clash with it. The Snood can stand on its own as an accessory in case you want to bring an uplifting mood to your outfits. Since Snoods look casual they are to be worn to work only when your work environment allows it. 

Splurge with the Birkin Handbag


The Birkin bag is a handbag by Hermès, handmade in leather and named after actress and singer Jane Birkin. The bag is a symbol of wealth due to its high price and elusiveness to the public.
Its prices range from £6,000 to £100,000 ($9,000 to $150,000). Costs escalate according to the type of materials. The bags are distributed to Hermès boutiques on unpredictable schedules and in limited quantities, creating scarcity and, intended or unintended

Here's a bit of History about the famous extravagant handbag

In 1981, Hermès chief executive Jean-Louis Dumas was seated next to Jane Birkin on a flight from Paris to London. She had just placed her straw bag in the overhead compartment of her seat, but the contents fell to the deck, leaving her to scramble to replace the contents. Birkin explained to Dumas that it had been difficult to find a leather weekend bag she liked. In 1984, he created a black supple leather bag for her, based on an 1892 design. She used the bag for herself then later changed her mind because she was carrying too many things in it: “What’s the use of having a second one?” she laughs. “You only need one and that busts your arm; they’re bloody heavy. I’m going to have to have an operation for tendonitis in the shoulder.” Nevertheless, the bag has since become an icon. Here are some celebrities spotting the trend.

Advantages of wearing flat shoes


Shoes have been in existence since man learnt that they could wear them to protect their feet from the harsh environmental conditions. From heels to shoes with chunky bottoms, they have become an integral part of our lives as they have evolved into designer wear. Then flat shoes came, which come in various types for instance Espadrille whose sole is made of rubber and the upper part made of cotton. Canvas is also a material used to make the shoes worn by mostly women.

Men have also started wearing them as they are closed toed. White flats shoes are best worn during summer. They give off an airy feeling of relaxation and can be paired with a linen trouser, a floral skirt or pair of shorts. The flats also look great paired with tights for as fun day out.  Jeans are also a good outfit to wear with white ballet flats with a matching dressy top at parties.  White flat shoes like loafers can be worn by both men and women. Lace up brogues is also flat shoe that is stylish and can come in white worn with a casual outfit like jeans.

Wedges are also flat shoes since the base does not have a heel and they can be white. Wedges are great worn with maxi dresses or skirts. They can even be worn with skinny jeans and since they are casual should be worn for events like picnics or going out with friends.  White flat shoes can only be worn to the office on casual Friday days or even weekends. Reasons for wearing flat shoes include the following:

Urban clothing Where it all began

During the years and centuries there have been various styles of clothing that have come and gone. Fashion has made some styles more exclusive and others have been given new twists to make them more current. Styles have been recycled as they are while others have disappeared completely to be replaced by newer trends. It is always a battle between the new and the old style. These creations have been as a result of young people trying to find clothes trends that match their lifestyle. 

The lifestyle of youths is where things are always happening at one time or another. Styles are made to reflect who they are and become. The youth are always on the lookout for new and emerging trendy fashion that they can associate themselves with. Regardless of where such styles originate from, trends become permanently etched in society where everyone adapts to it. There has never been a style that has beaten the odd of time and stuck like the urban clothing style.

Obesity in men, 4 effects of obesity on Men's fertility


Obesity is the condition where there is a lot of fat in the body leading to weight increase and bad health conditions. Obesity is caused by food intake that is excess and in abnormally large quantities. An obese person mostly does not have control over the amount of food they are eating. Emotional eating has been associated with gaining a lot of weight as a result of trying to deal with the emotional issue by over eating unhealthy food.

Lack of an active life due to lack of exercise can also lead to obesity. Eating without having an outlet in terms of exercise will lead to food accumulation in the body leading to obesity. Exercise helps to burn off any excess fats that would be bad for your health. There have also been cases where obesity has been caused by the presence of genes that are susceptible to obesity. For men obesity has several effects on their fertility.

Thursday 27 March 2014

My obsession with Vintage Necklaces


There's only one word that accurately describes how I we feel about the Vintage Necklaces Trend: OBSESSED!  I can’t tell you how much I love vintage pieces from outfits to jewelry even interior decor, but for now I’m currently into vintage necklaces especially chunky ones made out of brass, copper or hard silver. Necklaces create a sense of elegance, security and strong beauty. Vintage necklaces give you that sense of royalty and unmatched exquisiteness.

I always love visiting flea markets, garage sales or even boot sales where people are discarding their old stuff. That is where you can get the best jewelry that is vintage and quite unique. The best part about Vintage Necklaces is that they are one of a kind. You can hardly find pieces that look alike or made with the same design. The chunky one especially have a unique quality in them that makes you feel and look like you have stepped out of a couture magazine of old Hollywood glam. To get that exquisite look and show off your Vintage Necklace, wear with a V-Neck outfit, round or plunging outfit that will show it off in a perfect way. Vintage Necklaces look perfect with flowing evening gowns but can also be worn with for instance a Little Black Dress. The Vintage Necklace can be paired with skinny jeans, a fitted t-shirt and boyfriend blazer for that casual yet sophisticated look.

Interior decorating with Spanish Tiles


When it comes to home decoration and interiors, tiles play an important part in turning a house into a home. More people are becoming interested in decorating their homes so that it has a sense of warmth and is attractive. Interior decorating does not necessarily need one to have an education background in interior design. On just needs a creative mind and explore whatever designs makes them happy. A person needs to know the kinds of tiles available in the market. They also come in different colors and even textures.
Every house has a specific design that has been incorporated into it. As for tiles they come in different designs for different rooms. 

There are tiles that are meant for the bathroom which can be as colorful as the house owner wants. There are tiles for the kitchen which are mostly in one color or design. For the kitchen you can also have two colors so that the room does not look so busy. Then there are tiles for other rooms like the living or dining room. Here you can choose to mix and match the patterns and even colors.

Onyx rings for the stylish man


Jewelry has always been a preserve of women as they are the ones who love to adorn themselves to keep on trend with fashion that keeps evolving. Most men only know that rings are meant for a purpose. There are several situations where men would consider wearing rings. Most men would only be spotted wearing a wedding ring as a sign of their commitment to their wife. The other occasions that a man would wear a ring is if they are musicians especially rock stars or even the hip hop artists in their videos and lifestyles. Now fashion has ensured that jewelry especially rings for men are accepted and can be worn even by the most conservative man. Though their rings are not usually delicately designed, men have found rings that they can wear which shows off their masculinity.

Rings that are designed with the man in mind are the onyx rings. They are huge rings cut from a gemstone that is either yellow or gold. These rings come in various designs that can be custom made to suit the taste of the buyer. Onyx rings are jewelry that are chunky and have a glossy black finish. The onyx is a stone that is natural and common. It occurs naturally from volcanic stone and has a black color that is deeply rich. The onyx is cut and made into exquisite and beautiful rings for men.

Designer Wedding Srilanka


The wedding industry has become a booming business all over the world due to the many vendors and planners that have come up over the centuries. There are brands and shops that are exclusively designed for wedding merchandise. From wedding dresses that are custom made for brides to makeup that is exclusively made specifically for the newlywed to be.

Weddings are becoming more lavish as brides fight to have the most expensive or exclusive nuptials. As such designers have included bridal wear in their collections with some being known for wedding apparels only. That is why now there are designer wedding packages that are offered by some vendors who have realized that there is a lot of market to tap into. These designer packages are expensive and are only available to those people who have money to spend.  Sri Lanka has beautiful reefs that would be perfect for a romantic wedding destination offering luxury and perfection. Designer wedding Sri Lanka includes bridal wear like the dress for the bride which is custom made, unique designer shoes from famous designers.

Causes of Dark Under Eyes Circles


Dark under eyes circles are a realistic problem especially for women. Being the fashion conscious creatures that they are having dark circles is tantamount to committing a fashion crime whose sentence is being called a fashion failure or something worse. This is because in this time and age we are bombarded by billboards dictating the rules of what is in and out in the fashion world.

Looks and appearance have never been placed with such importance as now as people are aware about the latest trends in fashion having dark under eyes circles has become a major problem faced by people of all age groups, race, nationality and even gender.The most commonly known cause for dark under eyes circles is lack of sleep which is as a result you wake up exhausted which aggravates the skin causing discolorations like dark circles.

A cause that is not ordinarily known is Heredity.  One can be able to see the dark circles under the eyes because they are just blood vessels visible through the skin and like varicose veins they are inherited trait. Most women would rather not think of dark eye circles as an inherited trait as they would now start comparing themselves to their mothers to see if they are likely to have continuous occurrences of having dark eyes.

The amazing goodness of yogurt


As well as being an excellent source of calcium, protein, riboflavin, phosphorous and vitamin B12, yogurt promotes the growth of healthy bacteria in our guts.
These bacteria have a variety of important jobs, from helping to digest food to defending us against the unfriendly bacteria that cause infection and tummy upsets (including the bacterium Helicobacter pylori, the bug now recognized as a common underlying factor in digestive conditions such as ulcers and stomach cancer.)

Do all yogurts contain “good” bacteria?
While all yogurts starts off with it, these bacteria do not live forever. Depending on how the yogurt is processed, stored and when it is eaten, you may get less beneficial bacteria than you think. So buy the “live” kind, keep it in the fridge and, once opened, eat within a few days.

Wednesday 26 March 2014

Beyonce New Fragrance 'Rise'

Beyonce launched her new perfume Rise in February of 2014. The concept that lies behind the creation of this fragrance was inspired by Beyonce’s on-stage persona, as well as by “female empowerment and finding the inner strength that makes women so beautiful" (wwd). The fragrance is supposedly more intimate and more natural than the previous ones, inspired by the works of singer's favorite poet Maya Angelou.

The composition is announced as intoxicating, addictive and luminous floral created by Loc Dong. Its opening notes include apricot, Italian bergamot and iced basil sorbet. The main note of the perfume is, of course, orchid and this time it is an orchid called "Golden Symphony", which is mixed with freesia and Sambac jasmine flowers and placed at the base of the autumn woods, cashmere, musk and vetiver.

The fragrance is available as 15, 30 and 50 ml Eau de Parfum with an accompanying collection for body care.

Jared Leto for Evening Standard Deluxe March 2014

Jared Leto photographed by Terry Richardson
On whether he cares much about Hollywood accolades: ‘I don’t. But I would never say, “I don’t give a sh*t about the Oscars,” because it’s not the whole truth. It’s not about the shiny, naked golden man, or the pat on the back, it’s about being able to stand on a world stage for two minutes in front of a billion people and say something that is meaningful, important to you.’

On losing a lot of weight for Dallas Buyers Club: ‘I have very strong self-control. There is something very seductive about it,’ he admits when we discuss his crash, three-stone weight loss for Rayon, during which the slight actor virtually stopped eating. (He used to go to the supermarket just to stare at the food.) ‘I got to understand the mentality of an eating disorder. There are the highs of losing more weight; there’s a rush of endorphins associated with that control. When you have made a severe commitment to losing weight, there is a lot of shame and guilt around eating again. I really suffered that, it’s not a nice feeling...’ But Leto found solace in self-exploration. ‘The process can be very monk-like — there is a history of people who have fasted to achieve enlightenment. There is something in that, getting to know who you are. It changed me.’

Prada 'Candy Florale' New Fragrance 2014


Prada will launch 'Candy Florale', a new fragrance for women in April 2014. The new version is the third in the Prada Candy line and it is described as an exciting floral fragrance full of life and sensuality.

Inspired by an imaginary flower that smells like candy or a bouquet of flowers standing on the counter of an ice cream shop in Italy, the romantic composition includes notes of limoncello sorbet, peony, benzoin, musk, caramel and honey. Prada Candy Florale will be available as 30, 50 and 80 ml Eau de Toilette

How to Style the Tulle Skirt

Tulle Skirts first appeared as a street style fashion but gained popularity as new versions and styles emerged. The styles were seen styled with a yellow scarf, gray t-shirt, and white thrifted shoes.  Tulle skirts come in various styles like casual Tulle Skirts, Chic Tulle Skirts, Eclectic Tulle Skirt styles. They come in black, blue, tawny, white, pink, green, grey…basically almost all colors. Popular types of Tulle Skirts are black skirts, tulle, floral, vegan leather, high waisted, and polka dot and prints.

Tulle skirts come in different types, materials and even length. There is the sequined tutu tulle skirt that looks classic and lovely with its sequins sewn into it. You can also go for the Floral tulle skirt worn for summer and having a good time, the floral prints gives it that added fabulousness when you pair it with a plain fitting t-shirt or top. The Lace tulle skirt brings out that elegant sexiness of a fabulous woman who knows what she wants, lace is airy and can be paired with high heel or ankle booties for a fresh new look. 
You can wear your tulle Skirt with a Blazer by either choosing a matching blazer or one that contrasts with the color of the skirt.

When it comes to colors, the Tulle Skirt comes in many different colors like honeysuckle pink which is cute and gives you that feminine tender look. The midi fashion is not only for conventional outfits as you can get a Midi tulle skirt to wear for functions and while going out pair it with a cute top and accessorize with mild jewelry. Tiered tulle skirts are also in trend as they bring an edge to your look, classic beautiful and funky, wear with a long sleeved top or fitting button down blouse. See more ways to style your Tulle Skirt.

Ways To Wear Bright Lipstick

Want to look bright and ready for a great day, why not try putting on bright lipstick for that no fuss makeup look.  Bright lipstick gives you a bold look which will complete your makeup without having to put on too much eye shadow or bright eyeliner because bright lipstick stands out on its own.

Choose a bright lipstick that complements your skin tone or go bold and contrast it with your color. When applying the bright lipstick fill your entire lip with lip liner so that your lipstick will last longer and stop it from feathering outward. Your lip liner should be similar to your lipstick shade so that it will not look off. Better still you can choose a nude lip liner to maintain the bright lipstick's color. Be adventurous and  choose a bright lip liner which will complement or alter the shade of the bright lipstick.

Afro Hairstyle coming back?

According to Wikipedia Afro, sometimes shortened to 'fro and also known as a "natural", is a hairstyle worn naturally by people with lengthy kinky hair texture or specifically styled in such a fashion by individuals with naturally curly or straight hair. The hairstyle is created by combing the hair away from the scalp, allowing the hair to extend out from the head in a large, rounded shape, much like a halo, cloud or ball.

In persons with naturally curly or straight hair, the hairstyle is typically created with the help of creams, gels or other solidifying liquids to hold the hair in place. Particularly popular in the African-American community of the late 1960s, the hairstyle is often shaped and maintained with the assistance of a wide-toothed comb colloquially known as an afro pick.

The style was popular in the 80’s but then it began coming back but with different variations. Both men and women can rock the afro Hairstyle as it is simple to maintain and keep. All you need is your natural hairs and let it grow out. It is mostly common for Africans since their hair is frizzy and natural. Styling is just combing it out or you can put a band at the front to make it different. Would you wear an Afro hairstyle today?

Tuesday 25 March 2014

The 400th Post is all about History of Fashion Design

Dress designed by Charles Frederick Worth for Elisabeth of Austria painted byFranz Xaver Winterhalter

The history of fashion design refers to the development of the fashion industry which designs clothing and accessories. Fashion design is the art of the application of design and aesthetics or natural beauty to clothing and accessories. The modern fashion industry, based around firms or fashion houses run by individuals usually male designers, started in the 19th century with Charles Frederick Worth who was the first designer to have his label sewn into the garments that he created
•             Couture beginnings
The first fashion designer who was not merely a dressmaker was Charles Frederick Worth (1826–1895). Before the former draper set up his maison de couture (fashion house) in Paris, clothing design and creation was handled by largely anonymous tailors and seamstresses, and high fashion descended from styles worn at royal courts. Worth's success was such that he was able to dictate to his customers what they should wear.
•             Early twentieth century
Throughout the early 20th century, practically all high fashion originated in Paris and to a lesser extent London. Fashion magazines from other countries sent editors to the Paris fashion shows. Department stores sent buyers to the Paris shows, where they purchased garments to copy (and openly stole the style lines and trim details of others). Both made-to-measure salons and ready-to-wear departments featured the latest Paris trends, adapted to the stores' assumptions about the lifestyles and pocket books of their targeted customers.

The First Family's Fashionable Moments


The First Family has always been known to dress elegantly, in classic pieces that bring out the best looks and fashion statements. Barack Obama wife Michelle Obama and children Malia Obama and Sasha Obama have very unique and different tastes in fashion which always translate into trends that the whole world looks to and follows.

Though Barack Obama is almost always n suits, his pieces are always smartly cut and are fitting. They are what every fashionable man should be emulating. The shoes are always polished to a tee and match with whatever cut of suit he is wearing. If it is a casual look like just a pair of pants and shirt, they are usually fitted and bring out his fit physique. In jeans Barack Obama knows how to wear what looks great on him. He kind of made the rolled up sleeve to become a trend that most men quite took to since it shows a casual yet ready to work kind of look.

Monday 24 March 2014

Let Celebrities show you how to wear the Little White Dress

The Little White Dress has come full circle and is in great competition with the Little Black Dress. The LWD is classic, elegant and sexy. It can be worn with heels, strappy sandals and even wedge heels. The LWD can be worn for summer or even spring. Since it is a bold color, choose to accessorize with different colored accessories to contrast the look and make it interesting. Celebrities are usually the ones who set the trends in fashion and here they show you how to dress the Little White Dress.

Striped Bride's Maids Dresses

Wedding are usually full of excitement and while most people look forward to the food to be served, some are there to see the fashion. Apart from the Bide's Wedding gown, the bride's maids dresses are the next to be looked out for. Bride's Maids dresses Fashion has evolved to become more detailed, colorful and even unique. Long gone are the days when Brides were afraid of dressing their maids in really cute dresses so that they are not out done by them. As a bride to be why not decide to make your maids look great in these stripes bride's maids dresses.

Friday 21 March 2014

Lupita Nyong'o for Yo Dona Spain March 2014


The many advantages of Bamboo flooring


A bamboo plant is what is manufactured to create the material used for flooring. The product largely comes from China. Other parts of Asia also manufacture bamboo flooring products.
Even though the bamboo flooring is easy to maintain, it has to be protected from scratches. Since it also fades after a long time choose a lacquered floor finish to keep it looking new. This type of flooring makes for an elegant surface leaving an impression on the house.
As a result bamboo flooring is becoming a popular alternative to hardwood flooring. There are various reasons why bamboo flooring is preferred.

The bamboo flooring is strong and durable
As a raw product, the bamboo is strong even compared to hardwood which is used on the floors. This is because the bamboo tree takes six years to mature thus its strength which can even match that of the maple tree. Though strong it is lightweight and does not dent easily making it the best flooring option for the home.
Every day wear and tear will not destroy the bamboo flooring due to its durability aspect. There will be no need to replace it therefore saving you financially.

Thursday 6 March 2014

Kiss Me or leave Me

Kiss Me or leave Me


T shirt
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Jane Norman skinny jeans
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High heel pumps
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Flower jewelry
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Monday 3 March 2014

Lupita Nyong'o wins Oscar for supporting actress


LOS ANGELES (AP) — After a whirlwind of awards season attention for Lupita Nyong'o ended with a best supporting actress award at Sunday's Oscars, the "12 Years a Slave" star honored the character that put her on stage.
"Thank you to the academy for this incredible recognition. It doesn't escape me for one moment that so much joy in my life is due to so much pain in someone else's," she said, referring to Patsey, the tortured slave she played in director Steve McQueen's wrenching 19th-century drama.
She credited McQueen for bringing attention to a dark chapter in American history and the victims of slavery.
"I'm certain the dead are standing about you and watching," she said, a sentiment she expanded on backstage.
"I think he's really honored a people that really have been unsung for a really long time in doing this film," she said.
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