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Money To Spend? Invest In You

Jack Daniels — Wed, 02 May 2012 23:23:13 +0000

Looking good means keeping fit. And keeping fit means you gotta put in the hard work. Simple.

Most of us want to look good, for as long as we can. And most of us won't. Not because of bad genetics, more because we just don't take good enough care of ourselves. America, as a nation, has a serious problem with the unfit and overweight and if ever there was a time to invest in something important – that time is now.

How to Care for Oily Skin

Sara Jane — Wed, 02 May 2012 10:04:04 +0000

There is so much information out there on how to care for your skin. And when you head down the facial care aisle at the store you might feel a little like you are looking for a needle in a hay stack. Finding the perfect solution for oily skin can be tricky, but finding a solution that works well with your specific skin is the best place to start. Taking some simple precautions can help keep your oily skin somewhat under control.

How to Dress Summer Chic Style?

Jack Daniels — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 15:45:06 +0000

As the sunny days are up, it is time to unleash your inner fashionista as this is the time for bright colors, tank tops and flip flops. All of us look forward to the summer because it is one of the best times of the year when less becomes more. To display summer chic style is easy and fun and dressing appropriately is bound to give us an extra ounce of energy and confidence to go about with our day to day life. Bright colors and bold patterns are the most acceptable fashion statement in summer. The below tips will help you to pose your own fashion statement in the warm weather.

Is It Ok to Wear Leopard Prints to a Formal Event?

Albert Shuttleworth — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 06:31:15 +0000

Women wearing animal printed garb such as cheetah, cow or zebra print dresses appear in almost every imaginable event. But imagine wearing a leopard print dress to a wedding. Is it appropriate?

"It really depends on the design," says fashion photographer Onin Lorente. Onin has been all across the globe and is based in Singapore. "A tastefully made leopard print dress will not look out of place in a ballroom, a charity gala or an awarding ceremony." Onin adds. He stresses that just like polka dots, argyles, floral and stripes, tiger and zebra print dresses do have their place but with a little bit of magic, not to mention an eye for design, you can practically rock a leopard print dress to any fancy occasion.

Take Michael Kors' leopard print dress Jennifer Hudson wore to Tokyo's Fashion's Night Out. This knee length, long sleeved number with a twist at the waist is suitable to be worn during a formal dinner party, though may not look good in a black-tie affair. Carolina Herrera's leopard print gown more likely suits the bill. Another animal print ball gown you may want to look for (and seek inspiration from) is Monique Lhuillier's leopard print dress Mandy Moore wore to New York Fashion Week.

If you are planning to wear animal prints to a formal event, a safe bet would be to look for zebra print dresses for women. The black and white zebra stripes can easily blend with black gowns and suits which will normally dominate the affair. Leopard print dresses are most likely to stand out, so wear them if this is the result you are aiming for. Animal prints can be bright and colorful so it is best to wear minimal jewelry. A pair of diamond stud earrings and a watch is enough to adorn yourself. Complement your leopard print dress with a small, simple black or gold clutch and a pair of strappy sandals.

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Fashion in Belly Dance Costumes

Jack Daniels — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:27:22 +0000

I admit it, I'm the husband of a belly dancer – but who's complaining?

I was lucky enough to see the famous Egyptian belly dancer, Dina, perform on her visit to Australia last year. What interested me more than her dancing was her costumes – and in just one performance, she wore a surprising number of them!

If You Are Pear Shaped, Avoid These Fashion Mistakes

Sam Cooke — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:44:28 +0000

One of the most important things I have learned about looking stylish is that size is not that important. But the fit of your clothes is important. In other words you can look stylish even if you are a plus size women, as long as you are wearing the right clothes for your body shape.

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Choosing Jewelry for your Wedding

Jenny Cooke — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 16:06:09 +0000

When most people think about jewelry at a wedding they think of wedding and engagement rings only. However, there is so much more. When a bride chooses her bridal outfit the dress is the most important part, but jewelry is also an important accessory in order to “jack up” that dress. That can include a tiara attached to the veil, a stunning necklace, a beautiful bracelet and glamorous stud earrings.

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The Pros and Cons of Proactiv Treatment for Acne

Jenny Cooke — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 11:07:25 +0000

If you've never heard of Proactiv treatment before, then you’ve probably been living under a rock. For over a decade there are commercials have been ubiquitous on late-night television. And since their popularity has increased, you can find them playing in the middle of the day as well. The thing that makes them stand out above anything else these days is a long list of celebrity endorsements. In fact, this treatment has become so synonymous with acne that it's arguably the most popular conduct on the market today. Millions of customers have tried it for themselves, and the results have been mixed. Does that mean it doesn't work or that it's a scam?

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Aqua Blue Ruffle Bikini – A Top Pick for Summer 2012

Sara Jane — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 18:03:07 +0000

Nordstrom fashion buyers really know their swimsuit trends and this year they agree that the ruffle bikini will be huge. There's a huge assortment of bikini bathing suits available every summer, but this year look for all kinds of ruffle embellishments. I think that the aqua blue ruffle bikini is a great choice for a person with a great body. The swimsuit actually has a lot of coverage for a bikini. The soft ruffle just skims the hip. Take not that the bikini designer made the ruffle so that the bottom of it just skims the very top of the leg. That detail keeps this swimsuit from becoming dowdy. This bikini ruffle is their to bring attention to your hips, not to conceal them!

There is also a gentle ruffle in the bikini top in the top's v-neck. The result is a sweet but sexy bikini bathing suit. This isn't one of those micro bikinis that are so small that all you can do is sit prettily on the beach. You could actually go for a swim or help build a sandcastle with your friends. If you're brave you could give beach volleyball a go.

The Nordstrom buyers and merchandizers are also smart because this ruffle bikini is sold as separates. So if you finally got that operation you were hoping for, you can get a larger bikini top size.

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Top Fashion Trends of 2012

Sam Cooke — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 03:22:25 +0000

In 2012 the fashion possibilities seem endless. There are many different styles, prices ranges and ways to save this year. With 2012 being a great year for stylish, fun, fashion, you are sure to find something that suits your tastes without emptying your wallet. Shopping can be fun as long as you know what you are looking for, what your budget is, and have a head start on whats trendy this year.

TOMS Shoes are always adding new and trendy items to their stock and in 2012 there is no exception to that rule. TOMS Shoes is sure to have a pair of comfortable, stylish shoes that will suit you needs and budget. Not only are you choosing from a wide array of styles and textures to wear on your feet, but with the TOMS One for One Movement, when you purchase a pair of TOMS Shoes, you are giving an underprivileged child the opportunity to obtain a new, comfortable pair of shoes.

New TOMS Shoes of 2012

TOMS Shoes is introducing a new spring line this year. TOMS Shoes Ballet Flats are sure to make a great addition to any wardrobe with them being added to the TOMS Shoe line for spring 2012. The brand new styles come in many different colours, prints and textures such as, Burlap, linen and Leopard print. Sizes range from W5 – W12 for Women, and with the broad range in sizes you are sure to find the perfect fit.

Existing TOMS Shoes

TOMS Shoes offer a variety of different textures, sizes, colours and styles. With the existing lines of TOMS Shoes you are guaranteed to find something to meet your needs. TOMS Shoes are also available for the entire family. Starting with Tiny TOMS, through youth, teens and young adult sizes, TOMS are sure to grace your entire family’s feet.

One for One with TOMS

All TOMS Shoes, hoodies, T-shirts and more, are involved in the One for One Movement. This movement promises that with every pair of TOMS Shoes and apparel purchased, an underprivileged child will receive a pair of shoes to protect their feet from disease. Not only are you getting a great pair of shoes, but you are aiding a child in need to receive a pair as well.

No matter what pair of TOMS Shoes you choose to adorn your feet with, be it something from their new spring line or an existing style, you are sure to be stylish and comfortable. TOMS Shoes is a great choice for your wardrobe in 2012.