How To Pick Jewelry That Fits Your Physical Style Part 3

Posted by admin | Uncategorized | Sunday 31 August 2008 2:38 pm

If you fall in to this final category you would be considered to be above average in height. Lucky you! This would cover anyone who is over 5′7″ tall. Just about any length would look great on this individual. If you are thin along with being tall, chokers look great on you. This will draw attention from your height by cutting the line of your neck, thus de-emphasizing your physical appearance.

Necklaces made of similar sized beads actually look the best on you. Gemstone jewelry or pearls are the best selection for you. There is such a large variety of stones to choose from. They also come in many different forms such as chips, nuggets, or smooth round stones.

The woman who falls in to this body type also has a larger range they can select from when choosing bracelets. The main thing to remember is to stay away from pieces that are too dainty. They will only get lost on you. If you like the look of a thinner bracelet, then by all means wear them, however consider grouping several of them together. This will enable the bracelets to stand out on you. If you do not wish to wear several smaller bracelets, then you could wear two larger pieces together. If you are a fuller figured woman, the bigger the better in most cases.

Dangling earrings are very attractive on the taller woman. This is due mainly to the amount of space that is found between the ears and the shoulder area. Stay away from the smaller round earrings. They will not look nearly as nice as the larger pieces. Any shape or design would do. Look at your wardrobe to make the final decision on the jewelry accessories that would look appropriate.

Do you have more length than width on your facial space? If you do, then you would fit in the category of having a rectangular or oblong face. Basically, this means that the area of space is about the same width at the forehead as it in the chin area. Your face shape would need help adding the appearance of width to your face.

To give the appearance of a wider face, consider wearing a choker necklace. This actually will aid in making the neck look shorter. If chokers are not for you, then a 16″ or 18″ necklace that makes a “U” shape would be attractive on you.

As for your hair, the style should also be one that adds width to your face. Parting your hair to the side with a low part, sweeping across your forehead is a nice look for you. You can also wear bangs that are straight and blend with the hair that rests along your face. The perfect length for you would be above the shoulders and hit the middle of your neck.

Ladies, avoid the v-neck sweaters and shirts as well as vertical lines. These will just add the appearance of length to your body type. The higher necklines the shorter and wider your face will appear to be.

I am a jewelry maker who sells gemstone and crystal jewelry. I also use mixed metals such as sterling silver, silver pewter, and silver plated. I am continuing to add to my jewelry line. I plan to add more specialty jewelry such as birthstones, healing stones, special events such as births, graduations, bridal, and more. Keep an eye on my site for coming attractions!

Stylish Wardrobe Options For Plus Sized Women

Posted by admin | Uncategorized | Tuesday 19 August 2008 2:38 pm

Plus size fashion for ladies has come a long way in recent years. There are so many more businesses that are helping women with sizes over 12. Are you limiting your fashion sense by constantly wearing only clothes that are black because it is your goal to look thin all the time?

Instead of being grateful for the sudden expansion of plus sized clothing choices, you might be limiting yourself to black because you know it hides the bumps and curves more than other colors do.

Even thinner women often get stuck in black color schemes because they, too, want to look as slender as possible, but all black all the time can be boring! Yes, black does have the slimming effect, but there are other ways you can find the same effect in more colorful clothing options.

Plus sized manufacturers are designing clothes that fit better to accentuate the areas you feel are your best qualities, whether it your legs, decolletage, or your arms. The fit of the clothes, not the color, can help you remain fashionable without having to hide behind fabrics.

Fabrics with print patterns can hide problem areas like stomachs. You can find clothes that fit great for plus sized women in all kinds of clothing lines. You can find casual clothes, evening dresses, sports wear, and even swimwear.

Check out the variety of catalogs and online stores that cater to plus sized women and you’ll be amazed at the wide selection of outfits to meet your clothing needs. There will be clothes for teenagers, expectant mothers and businesswomen.

Accessories such as scarves and jewelry can brighten an outfit and draw attention away from your problem areas. You might be wondering then if you should toss all of your black outfits that you currently have on standby for those days that you feel particularly uncomfortable with your appearance.

This is not required, but it can be a good idea to add a variety of clothes to your closet in different colors and fashions. When you next look through your wardrobe looking for an outfit to wear, your only issue will be choosing which wonderful outfit to wear to showcase your pretty eyes or your long legs.

It can be easy to feel depressed when, for instance, somebody gives you a garish yellow sweater as a Christmas gift, or if a sales associate shows you a leopard print miniskirt and asks you to try it on. Don’t fall into this trap.

Andrea writes about Plus Size Clothing. Visit us for plus size deals on a Plus Size Prom Dresses at http://plus-size.discountsonline.com

Homemade Bread Sticks for Baby

Posted by admin | Uncategorized | Friday 15 August 2008 2:38 pm

Is your baby teething? Homemade bread sticks are easy to make
and are great teething biscuits for older babies. You can make
bread sticks out of most any kind of bread by baking at a low
temperature (150-200 degrees) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until
bread sticks are hard and crunchy.

For the recipes below, after baking, let bread cool. Slice bread
into “sticks” and bake at 150-200 degrees for 1 hour. Store in
airtight container. Your baby will love it!

Banana Bread

1/2 cup shortening1 cup sugar2 eggs3 bananas, mashed2 cups flour1/2 cup wheat germ1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cream shortening, sugar, and eggs.
Add mashed bananas and mix well. Blend in other ingredients. Pour
into a greased loaf pan. Bake for about 45 minutes.

Carrot Bread

2 cups flour1 1/2 cups sugar1/2 teaspoon salt2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups carrots, grated3 eggs1 cup vegetable oil

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Sift together flour, sugar, salt,
and baking soda. Add remaining ingredients. Pour into a greased
loaf pan and bake for 1 hour.

Apple Bread

3 cups flour2 cups sugar2 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla 1 1/4 cups oil2 apples, chopped1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda

Preheat oven to 300 degrees. In a large bowl, mix together all
ingredients until well blended. Pour batter into 2 greased loaf
pans. Bake for about 1 hour.

Rachel Paxton is a freelance writer and mom who is the author of What’s for Dinner?, an e-cookbook containing more than 250 quick easy dinner ideas. For more recipes, organizing tips, home decorating, crafts, holiday hints, and more, visit Creative Homemaking at http://www.creativehomemaking.com

Women’s Designer Denim Is The Staple Of Today’s Fashion Industry

Posted by admin | Uncategorized | Sunday 10 August 2008 2:38 pm

Women’s designer denim is the staple of today’s fashion industry, and the fastest growing area of women’s clothing. Women’s designer denim features dynamic and creative designers like True Religion, Monarchy, and Seven for all Mankind. All makers of women’s designer denim have learned in their clothing lines that everyone is shaped differently, and the cut must conform to the woman’s body and curves to look great. To that end there are quite a few manufactures each with their own style and cut, as outlined below.

Monarchy Denim Jeans for women are a perfect combination of creative design and casual comfort. Monarchy Denim Jeans for men have been worn by such stars as Ashton Kutcher, Tommy Lee, Rob Lowe, and Jack Osbourne among others. Monarchy Denim Jeans like the Skewed M Pocket Flap in Lasted Blue use the revolutionary manufacturing process that naturally ages the jeans to give it a soft vintage look and feel. These Monarchy Denim Jeans are featured in a dark faded blue, and the intricate design on the back pocket flaps gives these jeans look chic and edgy. Monarchy denim jeans Wilhelm Jean in Dark are skinny jeans for men in a soft dark black material with the characteristic Monarchy trademark design on the back flap. These jeans look fantastic with a Monarchy tee and a pair of dress shoes. Monarchy Denim Jeans in New British style are a sophisticated style jean with a UK flag decoration on the back flaps.

True Religion Brand jeans come in men’s, women’s and there is apparel for kids as well. The True Religion brand jeans for women come in different styles like boot cut, skinny, flare, and straight leg among others. All the different styles of True Religion brand jeans come in different washes, such as dark, medium, and light, and the fabrics hug the hips, elongate the legs, and look sexy and sophisticated on any body type. True Religion Brand jeans also come in cropped denim that look amazing with a pair of high boots. The different fabrics can be soft or rigid, depending on how casual you want the look to be. The cropped denim compliments the body and can be worn with a nice blazer, or a casual t-shirt. True Religion Women’s designer denim are made with a revolutionary manufacturing process that naturally ages the jean so that they look even better with wash and wear. These women’s designer denim jeans are featured in shorts as well as full length jeans that embrace the hips sit high on the thighs and make the legs look long and lean. The deep indigo give these denim beauties a certain casual sophistication that make them a definite must have for any fashion forward woman’s wardrobe.

Seven for all mankind denim jeans are luxury jeans for men and women that feature soft faded fabrics and edgy sexy styles. Seven for all mankind denim jeans for women are available in different cuts like boot cut, flared, and skinny jeans among others. Seven for all mankind denim jeans in stretch boot cut in Nakita are made with a revolutionary manufacturing method that naturally ages the fabric with wear marks and natural tears. These Seven for all mankind denim jeans look fantastic with a pair of high heeled sandals and a pretty camisole, for a casual trendy outfit. Seven for all mankind denim jeans Lucy double knit in black are a sexy denim vision of edgy chic and elusive mystery. These jeans are made with soft, supple fabric and the body hugging design give the body a sleek, lean look. Seven for all mankind denim jeans Dojo in Dusseldorf are featured in a deep indigo blue in an ultra wide leg style that look hip and chic with a pair of heels and a funky blazer. These jeans are a definite must have for the fashion forward woman, and are versatile enough to match up with any tops and shoes

Paige Premium Denim Jeans are creating quite a stir in the fashion industry with their unique designs and carefully aged fabrics. Paige Premium Denim Jeans are primarily available for women, and the creative beautiful designs are a flattering fit for just about any body type. Paige Premium Denim Jeans Pico Benedict in Moon shadow is a boot cut jean made out of super soft supple light denim. The ultra low rise jean has a slightly higher rise in the back. This style combined with the large flaps on the back pockets, gives an extra curve to the rear and enhances the waist and hips with a sexy flair. These double stitched denim beauties hugs the body and make the legs look long and lean and sensational with a pair of high heeled boots.

The Miss Me Brand Jeans collection is an edgy and adventurous foray into the haute couture world of denim. Miss Me Brand Jeans come in Wide Leg, Boot Cut, Straight Leg and Skinny and the materials are manufactured with a special aging process to make them look and feel vintage. The Miss Me Brand Jeans Wide Leg feature True Colors, Dark Alluring, and Fresh and Comfortable, and the designs are true to their names.

Joes Jeans come in several different creatively named styles and colors. Joes Jeans Cigarette jeans are made with a straight leg cut that flatters any body type. These Joes Jeans are edgy, hip and a definite must have for the fashion forward woman who appreciates style, quality and elegance. Joes Jeans Muse Jeans are high waisted denim beauties that embrace the waist and hips and make the legs look long and lean. . Joes Jeans Honey jeans are designed for the curvy woman who wants to show off her feminine wiles and looks stylish and sophisticated. Joes Jeans provocateur Jeans are designed for the petite body type with a shorter inseam and higher knee break to make the legs look longer and lean. These Joes Jeans are uniquely designed for those petite women who have difficulty finding a pair of jeans that aren’t too long in the leg, or large in the waist and seat. Joes Jeans Rocker Jeans are a throwback to the eighties rocker style apparel with a straight waist and flared legs that look sexy and edgy. And finally the Joes Socialite jeans, which are a classic design, that is sophisticated and elegant for today’s fashionista in a lightweight, body hugging soft denim boot cut. you can learn more about Joes Jeans at Designer-Clothing-4U.

Hudson jeans offer a wide choice of styles in wide leg, flare, boot cut or skinny, and there’s also cropped or ankle length Hudson jeans to choose. A selection of Hudson shorts and Bermudas for the girls, with the same Hudson quality can provide something classy and sexy to wear when the weather gets too hot. The choice is yours with 5-pocket styles and 6-pocket Hudson jeans. Originating from the UK, Hudson jeans come with a guarantee of classic British couture expertise. Using the finest premium denim from Europe and Japan for perfect fit, finish and durability, Hudson jeans are fine tailored for guys and girls and favored by celebrities everywhere.

The detail in each premium denim style of Gold Sign Jeans gives a worn, sophisticated look. The exceptional fit of Gold Sign Jeans can best be associated with the classy and luxury styling of Adrian Goldschmied. The importance of fit is not the only aspect of GoldSign Jeans, but also the types of washes and adornment in each denim style that brings forth an individualistic appeal. The unique washes, mixed with elements such as grinding, abrasion, and other finishing techniques introduces stylized jeans that are not overly detailed, but give just the right amount of wear to any look you want to achieve. Gold Sign Misfit Jeans are skinny jeans with an attitude made with a body hugging soft denim that fits like a second skin, these edgy denim beauties are rebellious and alluring. Gold Sign Treo Jeans are high waisted traditional denim in a sophisticated cut that brings glamour back to the fashion world. Gold Sign Gliss Jeans are not as common as the other styles of denim available by Gold Sign, which makes them coveted and exclusive, an irresistible combination for today’s fashionistas who appreciate creativity and distinction in their clothes.

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What’s in Your Pocket? A Review of Designer Wallet Brands

Posted by admin | Uncategorized | Tuesday 5 August 2008 2:38 pm

There are so many designer wallets that men can enjoy in the market right now. In fact, men’s wallets are becoming as popular as those of their female counterparts. Some of these men’s wallets include leather wallets, Billabong wallets, and Paul Smith wallets.

Leather wallets have become increasingly popular amongst men all over the world. There are so many reasons why this has become so. For one thing, leather is a material that is very sturdy and durable. Who would not want to get a wallet that can last for years and years? This spells much savings in the long run for any man sporting any sort of profession.

What’s more, leather wallets come with a lot of features. Some leather wallets come with card slides ranging from eight to twelve in quantity! With interior pockets and ID windows, all cards, IDs, and other pertinent documents can be stored in leather wallets very easily. Paul Smith has certainly brandished a strong name for himself as a designer, and his prowess has expanded into the market of leather wallets as well.

One such wallet that has grabbed the attention of a lot of people is the one that contains a photographic print known as Mini in London. The wallet is made of premium leather, sporting cream stitching on its exterior. The inside contains the print of a car famously known as the Mini Cooper. The car is then placed against a London backdrop. The cool thing about the wallet is that the car sports a lot of colors against the backdrop that is a bit grayscale in color, giving more emphasis to the fast car!

Of course, one cannot help but consider the Billabong brand when it comes to men’s wallets. This is because the brand has certainly garnered a very strong portion of the worldwide market. The great thing about these wallets is that they come in all sorts of material. This is very nice since the preferences of men can differ relatively. The popular Billabong wallets come in both leather and canvas.

The Black Texas Leather Wallet by Billabong, for instance, is one of the recommended models in the market. The wallet comes with 2 compartments for all sorts of notes. One of these compartments is zipped, a security feature that adds more convenience. There are 6 slots for ATM and credit cards, a zipped coin pouch, an ID window, and 2 more slots for additional notes, receipts, and such. The wallet comes with the Billabong signature as well.

The Red Pepper Deck Canvas Wallet is also another popular model in the market. This tri-fold wallet made of quality canvas is perfect for the avid surfer. The wallet has two slots for credit cards, a zipped slot for notes, a zipped coin pouch on its exterior, a photo ID window, 2 other slots to contain miscellaneous things, and a plastic card holder that is removable for 4 other cards.

Neil Thompson is a fashion writer who specialises in men’s gifts and accessories. He has a particular interest in pens and wallets and brands such as Ted Baker and Parker. Click here for more information on wallets and pens.

Designer Handbag Trends – Summer 2008

Posted by admin | Uncategorized | Friday 1 August 2008 2:38 pm

Ladies, we all know a handbag can make or break your outfit. Sometimes, it is not even about what you are wearing but your accessories that get you noticed and adds the finishing touches. Let’s take that basic little black dress that we all reach for time after time. Don’t carry your basic black clutch. Reach for gold strappy sandals and carry a metallic gold clutch. Layer on your chunky gold jewelry and your set. Metallics are definitely hot right now and will continue to be through the fall and winter seasons. They are the new neutrals. They go with everything.

I know there are some of you that don’t go for the metallics so you reach for your leather turquoise designer handbag and your matching shade of strappy sandals. Throw on some turquoise jewelry and your ready to hit the door.

Maybe you are more casual and you reach for your colorful capris and tank tops most often like me. As I say; “the bigger the bag, the better”. Yes, I have children. So for us; I would recommend a large black tote bag with buttery soft leather and silver studs . Black is a basic so it will match all of your colorful clothes. Accessorize with your silver jewelry pieces and let the fun begin.

Another great choice would be a tote bag in red patent leather. Patent leather in any color is huge this season as well as the larger handbags. I would opt for red patent leather wedge sandals and the ever-popular chunky bead necklace and earring set in black onyx or red jade. Always remember proportion though! If you are a tiny gal, do not buy the largest handbag on the shelf just because it is in style. It will drown you. Look at yourself in the mirror. What do you see? If all you see is a handbag, I am quite sure you have the wrong bag! A handbag should complete your look; not be your look.

One final choice for the summertime would be a Eco-friendly colorful tote. It will perfectly match all of your casual colorful summer clothes and be right on trend. Also the perfect choice if you desire to “go green”.

Just remember, it is definitely important to incorporate some form of color for the summer season and nothing can be easier than selecting colorful handbags and accessories that make summer dressing a breeze!

This article was written by Julie Thompson. For all the latest in the authentic designer handbag world; visit us at http://www.designerhousehandbags.com