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Style Guide- A Hat For Every Occasion

Jelena J — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 04:44:29 +0000

Some accessories have no other purpose except the esthetic one but, this time, we’re going to put them aside and deal with an accessory that’s functional, stylish and has a long tradition- a hat. Originally designed to protect soldiers and workers from possible injuries, hats haven’t exactly been the most stylish headwear. However, their strong fashion potential came out to the surface very soon and the styles started multiplying with the impressive speed. Men used to tilt or completely remove their hats when a woman is present in order to express respect and even liking. Women adored the “Wow” effect complicated, posh formal hat styles provided. Things are now a bit different than they were back in the old times, but one thing still hasn’t changed- the need and interest for hats.

Summer Hats

Whether it’s a glamorous wide brim hat, sporty baseball cap, a visor or a small, cute fedora, a hat is a necessary piece of any summer style. It will shield you from the sun and prevent it’s negative effects taking a toll on your hair, face and general health. Scorching summer heat makes wearing a protective headwear necessary, that’s for sure. But even when it comes to hats, not everything goes. A wisely picked hat can make the entire outfit look better so you should have that in mind when shopping for the piece that’s going to cover and decorate your pretty little head this summer.

Winter Hats

A winter hat is as equally decorative and useful as the summer one. It’s main purpose is to keep us warm and protected from the rain and snow but let’s not forget it’s style aspects too. A cute, colorful knitted hat is definitely going to stand out of the gray, gloomy environment so picking a bright red or orange hat that matches your brown outfit is a fun and easy way to add a bit of life and color to your standard dark winter clothes.

Special Occasion/Formal Hats

Decorative, glamorous hats like fascinators and elaborate headpieces have been the ultimate fashion accessory for many decades now. And, unlike many other popular trends women have tried out and threw away after a season or two, formal hats remained a popular way to express fashion-consciousness and social status. They are a popular choice of many celebrities, stylish women and are even a very common piece of a bride’s wedding attire.

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Glamorous And Green- Look Fabulous And Save the Planet In the Same Time

Jelena J — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 04:44:26 +0000

Trends and fashion can differ from one country to another but there is at least one global trend nowadays- Going green in every aspect. It started with recycling waste, continued with the exploration and increased usage of renewable, non-toxic, energy sources and now, the runways are going green too.

Young, creative designers are using recycled plastic bags and other materials to make some of the most amazing pieces of wardrobe and footwear. Lingerie designers are following the Green trend, too and pointing out the health benefits of wearing natural materials like cotton, hemp, bamboo and natural silk. These materials are comfortable to wear, have anti-inflammatory properties and, once you discard them, they’re going to get back in the processing chain and come out as something completely different but equally useful. So, if you thought a plastic bag has served it’s purpose once you took the groceries out of it, what would you think about these stylish ankle boots made from the same plastic bags you have thrown away?

Although all this may sound shocking at first, Green Fashion proved to be both great-looking and environment friendly. After all, knowing that we are doing everything we can to this world a better place for our children and grandchildren is the satisfaction no shopping spree can provide, right? Well, yes, but why choose when you can have them both! Fashion companies realized the need for sustainable life on this planet, played with the idea a little bit and the results are the same fabulous styles we can’t go without but, this time, labeled eco and earth friendly. Ever thought about getting a fish skin purse? No? Well, after seeing these colorful babies you will probably change your mind.

Natural 100% cotton, glamorous, soft natural silk and wool are slowly replacing the cheaper, synthetic materials and are becoming the hot pick of both celebrities and regular people. And, contrary to many beliefs, being stylish and taking care of the planet isn’t the expensive sport reserved only for rich and famous. The popularization of eco friendly fashion ideas introduced many new brands specialized in producing and offering eco clothes only for some really affordable prices. So raising the environmental awareness and fashion do go together after all. The question is: How green are you willing to go?

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Summer Trends 2010- Stylish Beachwear For The US Summer Season

Jelena J — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 17:36:30 +0000

Isn’t June just the perfect month to start planning your beachwear shopping? Absolutely! Let’s face it, the summer is already here so, even if you still haven’t decided where you’re going to spend the holidays, getting ready on time can save a lot of money and troubles. After all, it’s not important where you are but how do you feel, and picking a hot, trendy swimsuit is going to make you feel glamorous even if you’re planning to spend this summer chilling by the pool. Fashion designers say this summer is the time to be bold and wear daring styles, bright colors and the most amazing prints. And we completely agree on that so open your closet and let the bright, summer colors inside.

If Bahamas are a little bit out of your price range, we say- Bring the Bahamas close to you by picking a tropical-colored bikini. Something like this Rampage lagoon-colored one shoulder bikini Bar Refaeli is modeling, for example. Exotic floral prints, burning colors of the sunset or both-anything is allowed this season. Express your style and make sure you pick something that will make you stand out even in the most crowded beach.

Still not ready to give up your favorite, easy to match with everything, black swimsuit? Well, don’t stop reading this, thinking that we’re going to call you unstylish. The good news is that black is still in, but the bikini style perfect for this color has gotten more elaborate, sexy and glamorous. This embellished cutout one-piece bikini by Victoria’s Secret will definitely get you noticed and earn you some brownie points for style. Don’t forget to add a little bit of glitz by wearing a massive gold or silver colored bracelet or anklet and enjoy trotting that glamorous, Hollywood look.

Daredevils who already got them selves a crazy printed bikini should definitely complete the whole look by getting a huge, matching beach bag because, these days, you just can’t describe style without mentioning one of those. Trendy and practical, huge bags became something you can’t go without even if you wanted to.

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Style Guide- Big Bags VS Clutches

Jelena J — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 04:44:23 +0000

Torn between the practical, stylish totes and tiny but extremely elegant clutches, the critics just can’t decide which one of them is going to be highlight of the season. Being the last year’s hit, big bags are allegedly out for this season, but it’s not over until the ladies say so and they are not ready to give up the perfect combination of usefulness and style only a big bag can provide.

So, what are the reasons that made big bags stick and become more than a one season’s accessory? And moreover, what are their advantages over the micro clutches? Well, the first and the most obvious reason is the size. Most women whose daily routine requires having a make-up bag, a spare outfit and a notebook/books/paperwork with them at all times consider huge bags a gift from God. Is it because of the fast, modern lifestyle or because women just love having all their prized possessions at hand, we can’t say for sure. But these trendy babies found many supporters all over the world. Clutch, in the other hand, can hold a credit card, lipstick and a pocket mirror which is… well… pretty depressing because even if you see your make-up needs fixing, you have nothing to do it with.

If clutches are so unpractical, what is the point of mentioning them and doing all this extensive comparison? Well, although a clutch is not exactly a perfect everyday bag, some occasions do require that refined, glamorous, diva look only a well matched clutch can provide. An upscale cocktail party or a Sex And The City-like night out with girlfriends just wouldn’t feel right without a stylish accessory like a shiny, sequined clutch. When it comes to clubbing and social gatherings, you’ll do better without a huge, heavy bag you can’t place anywhere. Not to mention that people won’t appreciate you bumping into them with a monster bag. So, yes, clutch is a lifesaver and a style booster after all.

We at Fashion Spy say the fashion pie is big enough for both of these bags to get a massive piece of it. So why fighting and deliberating any further when we can have them both. A modern, spacious tote for casual, everyday wear and a glam little clutch for your diva days.

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Trend Alert: Cufflinks for Women

admin — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 09:03:00 +0000

Cufflinks have always been admired by men who love the polished and unique look they give to a shirt. However, women around the world have recently started dressing up their favorite shirts and cuffed dresses with the glamorous look of cufflinks.

For a refined and elegant look, we love the look of black Tahitian pearl cufflinks with a women’s crisp white shirt. Featuring these luxurious pearls and an antiqued sterling silver setting, these are considered heirloom cufflinks that will certainly be passed down for generations. For an equally sophisticated look, we loved these deep, rich cufflinks worn with a black silk shirt.

If you’re a woman looking for a glitzy, enchanting take on cufflinks, why not go for something made with diamonds. Our pick from Cufflinks.com features diamond pave set in a five-point, 18K white gold star. Each of these cufflinks includes 40 sparkling diamonds for a truly magnificent accent to the cuff of any color shirt or dress.

Cufflinks on women are a great way to put a feminine twist on a traditionally masculine piece of jewelry. This is a simple way to dress-up an outfit, while showing you’re very fashion-forward.

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Flapper-Inspired Vintage Fashions

Jacqui Pini — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 03:50:11 +0000

From retro flapper dresses to vibrant feather hair clips, vintage-inspired clothing and accessories are the latest looks around the globe. The key to creating a perfect flapper ensemble is balancing a vintage 1920s style with today’s modern colors and materials.

Every flapper look begins with a luxurious silk slip. This is a key element because it provides the coverage you need underneath a glamorous beaded dress that is sure to have plenty of movement. The slip should be the same length, if not shorter than your dress, but at a level you are comfortable wearing. While some dresses look like they are knee-length or longer, just a bit of dancing will show they actually feature beaded slits or fringe that technically brings the hemline up to the base on the slip. Select a nude tone or a matching shade to the main color of the dress.

In the 1920s, flapper dresses featured a straight, almost masculine cut, and were made from expensive textiles. Today’s flapper-style dresses are luxurious and glitzy and come in many feminine styles that work on different sized women. A lot of today’s dresses are created from a base of a jersey knit, which makes them not only comfortable, but gives them the ability to move freely. Most flapper-style dresses are elegantly accented by glass beading throughout, such as the dress in the photo provided to us by Unique-Vintage.com.

Beaded hats were very popular accessories the 1920s, but can appear too much like a costume for today’s style. For a more modern look we suggest a feather hair clip. The texture of a feather in a tone similar to the dress will harmonize the consistency of the beading beautifully. Earrings or necklaces should be selected to match the beading and should complement, not compete, with the intricate designs of the dress.

High heels are a must with a feminine flapper dress. Select peep-toe, open-toe or closed depending on the occasion, but always go for skinny stiletto or a retro-inspired cone heel. The cone heel is round and wide in the area it meets the sole and thins out to a point where it touches the floor.

Whether you’re living it up in Ibiza or toasting champagne in the Paris, a tastefully selected a flapper-inspired outfit is the newest look at the chicest parties worldwide. This outfit selection will prove you are not only in tune with the vintage fashions of the 1920s, but also have the ability to finely modernize the look.

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Must-Have Piece: The Versatile Plaid-Wrap Jacket

Jacqui Pini — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 00:22:03 +0000

Take the hottest pattern of the US season and wrap it into the newest style coat and you have the extremely versatile plaid-wrap jacket. Gracing the cover of the hottest fashion magazines, these jackets are worn by celebrities across the world. Fashion Spy has an eye on Tucker, a stylish company making these trendy tops in gorgeous colors and fabrics.

Tucker’s plaid wrap jackets are warmly made with 100% wool. They look great paired with a white tank top and skinny jeans, or, spice up your plain old little black dress by wrapping one of these jackets over it. Perfectly harmonized with funky jewelry for a night out with friends or just casual with leggings for spending time at home, these jackets are as versatile as they are comfortable.

Gaby Basora, the designer behind Tucker, says she designs her prints based upon by National Geographic magazines, books and travel keepsakes. These beautiful coats are made with a series of colorful plaids, as well as stripes, zig-zag prints and solids. And, if you want a lighter jacket, you can go for linen, cotton or wool.

For its versatility, style and comfort, we recommend the plaid-wrap jacket as one of the must-have items of thecurrent US and upcoming Australian season.

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Twitter ID Jewelry

Jacqui Pini — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 00:02:12 +0000

Twitter has given people everywhere an outlet to share information that ranges from momentous to mundane and even hilarious. While the tweets vary widely, one thing is for sure – Twitter is all the rage around the globe.

Since people of all ages are passionately tweeting these days, one cutting-edge company decided to take Twitter IDs and #hashtags and turn them into custom-made pieces of jewelry. Handmade from sterling silver, 10k or 14k gold, the Survival of the Hippest (SOTH) Social St@tus Collection features your Twitter ID or a #hashtag on a necklace, pin, keychain, tie clip, anklet or bracelet. If you really want to show your Twitter pride you can even add diamonds to your accessory.

These one-of-a-kind pieces are designed to order and take about 2 weeks for delivery. Guaranteed to be a conversation-starter, they make an entertaining gift for yourself or any Twitter addict in your life. If you decide you would like a different font or style on your Twitter accessory, just send SOTH an email and they’ll be happy to customize the piece for you.

These eclectic pieces of jewelry are a great way to showcase your Twitter pride both on and off the computer!

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The Search for the Ultra Sheer Lingerie

admin — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:48:34 +0000

Erotic undergarments that make the body a lot more alluring by revealing a little more of it is what usually come to mind when talking about ultra sheer lingerie. These undergarments are usually made of very light materials like stretch lace or mesh, sometimes even silk, leather, or cotton. But while they give a little more glimpse to the body, this type of lingerie definitely leaves a lot more to the imagination. Nowadays, sheer lingerie is becoming more and more popular and that is not at all surprising because of their capability to make women feel and look stunningly beautiful.

The availability of this type of undergarment is just tremendous; anyone who is looking for sexy sheer lingerie to wear on that special occasion or to wear to suit one’s taste, style or personality will definitely find what she is looking for. There are so many styles to choose from for anyone who is in search of that ultimate sheer lingerie.

One of the most common sheer lingerie is the stretch lace dress. This usually comes as a mini dress that is stretchable, revealing a provocative scene of the chest. Some of the most popular styles are the sexy spaghetti straps and the seductive off shoulder types. Stretch mini dresses are not only good at showing off those attractive chests; they are also perfect for enhancing the curves of the body. For women who feel a little shy but wish to look captivating, they can experiment on stretch lace min dresses that come with a ruffled top and bottom.

Another type that can add some more spice into that romantic night are the feathered long sleeve robes that are also sheer. It is made from see through silk material that feels soft and smooth to touch. The feathers line the collar and the hem of the gorgeous robe. This can play an important role for that romantic and seductive night.

For a woman who wants to turn her partner on but is a little uneasy about showing off her alluring curves, a fishnet bra set that comes with a thong will do the trick. Get into that bra and thong that come in black and see through material and do more showing than covering. This will definitely set his mood.

If you want to look playful and fun, get that body into a fishnet teddy. Fishnet teddies that come in high cut designs are visually stimulating and go perfectly for women who love to show off their thighs and legs. This undergarment is sure to make you beautiful as it enhances all the curves of your body. He will definitely remember that look on you.

If it is not only your curves that you wish to show but your sensual waste as well, fishnet cami set could be the perfect match for you. The top that gives a slight cover to your chest comes in a see through fabric that is slinky; this will surely get your partner fantasizing about you. Complete the picture with a sexy little black thong.

The ultimate sheer lingerie can do a lot of wonders for any woman. Aside from enhancing the beauty of her body, it makes her feel lighter and more confident as well. This type of lingerie is definitely a must have for her wardrobe.

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Indian Silk Bags: Making Every Occasion Special

admin — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:35:48 +0000

Every woman likes to enhance her aesthetic beauty. Following the latest fashion trends and making style statements is a part and parcel of their existence. Along side dresses, sarees, jewelry, sandals etc handbags have gained immense importance in any woman’s wardrobe. So if you are headed for a wedding draped in the best saree then you would be making a fashion faux pas if you are not carrying a matching bag. Fashion Indian bags have been given a new lease of life. Times have changed and now people prefer buying the best bags first and then go ahead to buy apparel which will compliment it.

If you like bags as the whole world does then you must make sure that you have Indian silk bags adorning your collection. Silk bags are available in a wide variety. You can get them in ethnic styles as well as the modern styles. If you are looking for something authentic to go with your bridal wear or party wear then you can go for bags which are heavily embellished. You can choose the kind of work you like for example sequins, brocade, crystals, lace, jacquard, gota etc. A lot of people find it convenient to buy online Indian handbags. The World Wide Web is flooded with numerous manufacturers, designers and a wide array of bags for you to choose from. You must make sure you choose reputed places to buy from to ensure the bag has been finished well with perfection.

Woman all over the world prefer to carry bags over their shoulder. Bags are not just a fashion statement but an immensely useful accessory. One can never leave home without basic things like keys, mobile phone, cash, and credit card. Also, for most woman lip balm, gloss, perfume, kohl etc may also be essential. Thus it becomes inevitable to carry a bag that is smart, trendy and useful. Fashionable tote bags are a life savior in this regard. You can carry them over your shoulders; they will fit in all the necessities and are available in a wide variety. You can opt for bold, bright and big prints this season which will go amazingly well for casual outings, colleges and coffee!

If you are a fashion conscious person and strictly follow the trends season after season then Indian clutch purses are a must have if you don’t possess them already. These are to be carried in your hand and people generally opt out of shoulder strings. They can be found in many sizes between 6”-15”. Clutch purses in gold, silver or bronze with some stones and crystals added to them are the best things to carry when headed for a dance, party or a wedding. Clutch purses are also available in more sober and sophisticated look which go amazingly well with all evening gowns and dresses. A black, purple and red clutch bag to match your evening attire must find place in your wardrobe!

This season don’t carry your same old mobile in your hand. You can change the mobile color with every dress but you can have the in vogue mobile pouches in all possible colors! They are comfortable and very chic to use! They can also be used for keeping cash and keys thus serving dual purpose. When shopping online you must also browse through a collection of designer vintage purses from India. The advantage of owning one of these prized possessions is that they can never be out of fashion. The way one can’t go wrong in a black evening gown similarly you could never be wrong or out of place with one of the all time favorite vintage purses with a contemporary look.

Bucket bags help you spice up your over all look for a day out. It adds volume and attention on your side. These bags help you to carry bottles of sunscreens, lotions, perfumes, books, mints etc when headed for a day out at the beach. A lot of young school or college students prefer to carry it because of its size as well as the fashion statement it creates. A matching bucket bag with a simple tee and skirt is enough to make you look glamorous for the day!

Since bags are so much in fashion you have to make sure that you choose the right ones and that too wisely. Make sure about the color, the embroidery, the embellishments, the size, the material etc are all in accordance with your taste and choice.

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