Author: Wendy Mitchell
Source: articledashboard.com
Finding chic and stylish clothing in plus sizes is easier than ever-thanks to more companies that offer fashion-forward designs. But some women still wonder how to make these trend-right designs work for their plus-size figures.
Christine Alt, a top model who helped establish the plus-size modeling industry, understands what plus-size women want and need from their fashions.
"I know firsthand how frustrating it can be to sort through racks of baggy, bulky clothes,", plus size fashions
, explains Alt. "As a plus-size woman, I want to wear what looks good on me and what works for my body. I'm excited to share a few secrets that I've picked up in the fashion industry that will help women find clothes to accentuate, plus size fashions
, their curves and give them confidence in the way they look."
Alt's top five tips will help flatter your plus-size figure:
• Hit the scene in jeans: Find the style that flatters your figure. Try a pair of boot-cut jeans-with a slight flare at the bottom-to create a slimming silhouette, plus size fashions
, . Regardless of the shape or style,,, plus size fashions
, plus size fashions
, jeans should be the go-everywhere, do-anything staple in your wardrobe.
• Go long: For a relaxed look, choose a T-shirt or long-sleeved shirt that hits below the hips. Details such as tie sleeves, embroidery and keyhole necklines help draw attention to the upper half of your body-away from areas you're trying to cover up.
• Wrap things up: Figure-hugging fabrics like matte jersey and mock-wrap dresses make women feel sexy and comfortable at, plus size fashions
, the same time. Stretchy fabrics create shapes and curves, and drape to enhance all the right areas.
• Work it, woman: Trade your basic black business suit for more updated, stylish career clothing. Try a crisp white shirt with a bold print skirt or a buttonless blazer with slim-leg pants for a chic twist on classic professional attire.
• Underneath it all: The key to looking your best is starting with the basics. A well-fitting bra that doesn't dig, pull or tug is, plus size fashions
, the secret weapon that begins, plus size fashions
, every flattering outfit.
Christine Alt models the latest fashions-great for a night on the town.
Monday, November 9, 2009
Saturday, November 7, 2009
The Premium Denim Market
Author: Mikahala
Source: articledashboard.com
Premium denim has become the staple of every fashionable woman's wardrobe. Its trendy, casual comfort, boosted by Hollywood cachet, has put California on the fashion map as the jeans capital of the world.
It, spring fashions ,, spring fashions , used to be we only looked to New York and Europe for fashion, but people are moving their eyes westward. The trend erupted in L.A., where, spring fashions , it's all about surfboard culture, TV shows like `Laguna Beach' and `The O.C, spring fashions , .,' and who's wearing what on the red carpet., spring fashions , California is hot. And so is California denim.
Unlike mass-marketed jeans, premium denim makers boast that their handmade detailing combined with the latest design technology will miraculously transform your body. That precise engineering means jeans that lift a sagging posterior, erase hulking hips or lengthen less-than-perfect legs., spring fashions , Other jeans promise to slenderize thick thighs, reduce a round rear, flatten the tummy or cinch the waist for an ultra-curvy silhouette.
Premium jeans are made of higher-quality fabrics (often imported from Italy and Japan) and have special embellishments, such as colorful stitching, gold- and silver-plated hardware, unique finishes and intricately designed, strategically placed back pockets. The result? Casual designer pieces with hefty price tags between $100 and $500.
Nearly all the hottest brands in premium denim -- True, spring fashions , Religion,, spring fashions , 7 for All Mankind, Chip & Pepper, Paper Denim & Cloth, Antik, Rock & Republic and Citizens of Humanity -- are manufactured in Southern California and have picked up a loyal Hollywood following.
Celebrities are our royalty, and we always want what they're wearing,'' says Mik Serfontaine, a Los Angeles-based denim designer whose hand-stitched jeans, spring fashions , include a "Made in California'' label and have been, spring fashions , spotted, spring fashions , on pop stars, including Britney Spears and Beyonc้. ``To be based out of Los Angeles, spring fashions , is almost necessary. New York is linked to the fashion of Old World Europe. It's more sophisticated and formal, like Milan and Paris. But denim? Denim is West Coast. We have our own flavor.''
It seems natural that the niche premium denim market would take off here. California is considered the birthplace of bluejeans. Levi Strauss, whose namesake company, spring fashions , has its headquarters in San Francisco, created the first pair in 1873 as a sturdy work pant for men during the gold rush. The Bay Area is also home to the Gap, a retailer that had its start selling jeans in 1969.
Since then, the once-utilitarian uniform has evolved into a high-fashion, modern luxury item and, according to Women's Wear Daily, a $6.76, spring fashions , billion business that continues to grow. Charles Lesser, CFO of True Religion Brand Jeans, estimates that premium denim occupies 5 percent of that overall market. That's about $340 million in sales revenue that primarily goes to California denim labels.
While Levi's prides itself, spring fashions , on its much-sought-after, spring fashions , vintage collector, spring fashions , styles, the company is updating its image with the opening of its Beverly Hills store this month and the launch of its own premium Capital, spring fashions , E line.
High-end designers are also cashing in on the trend. This Fall, Zac Posen teamed with 7 for All Mankind to create an, spring fashions , exclusive ``super, spring fashions , premium'' jean collection for Neiman Marcus. Embellished with embroidery, tassels and antique pewter rivets, the three styles were priced between $450 and $995.
Prada, Valentino, Chanel, Marc Jacobs, Imitation of Christ and Dolce & Gabbana were among the other designers who included jeans in their spring collections.
Even with the glut of premium denim makers on the market, smaller, up-and-coming labels such as DSquared, Ernest Sewn, Union, AG and Blue Cult are surfacing in Bay Area boutiques and on celebrity, spring fashions , fashion magazine ``it'' lists.
Still, there's more than Hollywood's endorsement helping designer denim fly off the shelves.
Premium denim is attractive to customers because it is now made to accentuate, spring fashions , and fit the body: new silhouettes, better finishes, better washes, back-pocket details and a great, flattering fit.
Brands like 7 for All Mankind import Italian and Japanese fabrics, then process them in up to 15 treatments for a supremely soft feel. Joe's Jeans prides itself on eight cuts that flatter a range of body types. Paper Denim & Cloth uses a signature two-piece contour waistband in their women's low-rise jeans to avoid the common problem of back gap and backside cleavage.
"It's really all about the fit,'' says Kristina Brandt, 23, of San Jose, who owns five pairs of high-end jeans and was at Metropark eyeing a pair, spring fashions , of Rock & Republics with snakeskin R's stitched onto the back pockets. ``I'm tall, so it's hard to find regular jeans that are long enough. I've tried to find cheaper used pairs on eBay, because I'd rather try not to spend all that money, but I have. And I will.''
Source: articledashboard.com
Premium denim has become the staple of every fashionable woman's wardrobe. Its trendy, casual comfort, boosted by Hollywood cachet, has put California on the fashion map as the jeans capital of the world.
It, spring fashions ,, spring fashions , used to be we only looked to New York and Europe for fashion, but people are moving their eyes westward. The trend erupted in L.A., where, spring fashions , it's all about surfboard culture, TV shows like `Laguna Beach' and `The O.C, spring fashions , .,' and who's wearing what on the red carpet., spring fashions , California is hot. And so is California denim.
Unlike mass-marketed jeans, premium denim makers boast that their handmade detailing combined with the latest design technology will miraculously transform your body. That precise engineering means jeans that lift a sagging posterior, erase hulking hips or lengthen less-than-perfect legs., spring fashions , Other jeans promise to slenderize thick thighs, reduce a round rear, flatten the tummy or cinch the waist for an ultra-curvy silhouette.
Premium jeans are made of higher-quality fabrics (often imported from Italy and Japan) and have special embellishments, such as colorful stitching, gold- and silver-plated hardware, unique finishes and intricately designed, strategically placed back pockets. The result? Casual designer pieces with hefty price tags between $100 and $500.
Nearly all the hottest brands in premium denim -- True, spring fashions , Religion,, spring fashions , 7 for All Mankind, Chip & Pepper, Paper Denim & Cloth, Antik, Rock & Republic and Citizens of Humanity -- are manufactured in Southern California and have picked up a loyal Hollywood following.
Celebrities are our royalty, and we always want what they're wearing,'' says Mik Serfontaine, a Los Angeles-based denim designer whose hand-stitched jeans, spring fashions , include a "Made in California'' label and have been, spring fashions , spotted, spring fashions , on pop stars, including Britney Spears and Beyonc้. ``To be based out of Los Angeles, spring fashions , is almost necessary. New York is linked to the fashion of Old World Europe. It's more sophisticated and formal, like Milan and Paris. But denim? Denim is West Coast. We have our own flavor.''
It seems natural that the niche premium denim market would take off here. California is considered the birthplace of bluejeans. Levi Strauss, whose namesake company, spring fashions , has its headquarters in San Francisco, created the first pair in 1873 as a sturdy work pant for men during the gold rush. The Bay Area is also home to the Gap, a retailer that had its start selling jeans in 1969.
Since then, the once-utilitarian uniform has evolved into a high-fashion, modern luxury item and, according to Women's Wear Daily, a $6.76, spring fashions , billion business that continues to grow. Charles Lesser, CFO of True Religion Brand Jeans, estimates that premium denim occupies 5 percent of that overall market. That's about $340 million in sales revenue that primarily goes to California denim labels.
While Levi's prides itself, spring fashions , on its much-sought-after, spring fashions , vintage collector, spring fashions , styles, the company is updating its image with the opening of its Beverly Hills store this month and the launch of its own premium Capital, spring fashions , E line.
High-end designers are also cashing in on the trend. This Fall, Zac Posen teamed with 7 for All Mankind to create an, spring fashions , exclusive ``super, spring fashions , premium'' jean collection for Neiman Marcus. Embellished with embroidery, tassels and antique pewter rivets, the three styles were priced between $450 and $995.
Prada, Valentino, Chanel, Marc Jacobs, Imitation of Christ and Dolce & Gabbana were among the other designers who included jeans in their spring collections.
Even with the glut of premium denim makers on the market, smaller, up-and-coming labels such as DSquared, Ernest Sewn, Union, AG and Blue Cult are surfacing in Bay Area boutiques and on celebrity, spring fashions , fashion magazine ``it'' lists.
Still, there's more than Hollywood's endorsement helping designer denim fly off the shelves.
Premium denim is attractive to customers because it is now made to accentuate, spring fashions , and fit the body: new silhouettes, better finishes, better washes, back-pocket details and a great, flattering fit.
Brands like 7 for All Mankind import Italian and Japanese fabrics, then process them in up to 15 treatments for a supremely soft feel. Joe's Jeans prides itself on eight cuts that flatter a range of body types. Paper Denim & Cloth uses a signature two-piece contour waistband in their women's low-rise jeans to avoid the common problem of back gap and backside cleavage.
"It's really all about the fit,'' says Kristina Brandt, 23, of San Jose, who owns five pairs of high-end jeans and was at Metropark eyeing a pair, spring fashions , of Rock & Republics with snakeskin R's stitched onto the back pockets. ``I'm tall, so it's hard to find regular jeans that are long enough. I've tried to find cheaper used pairs on eBay, because I'd rather try not to spend all that money, but I have. And I will.''
Friday, November 6, 2009
Jewelry Styles - Through The Ages
Author: Dave William
Source: articleage.com
The Victorian era was from 1837-1901. This was the reign, 1910 fashions , of Queen Victoria of England. In that time people would wear whatever she thought looked good.
In the beginning, Victorian jewelry purer 18-22 karat gold. In 1854, gold was standardized and had 9, 12 or 15 karats. It had to be stamped and hallmarked. The other metals used if not gold were electric gilt, mercury gilt, pinchbeck and silver.
The design of Victorian jewelry came from nature. Birds, flowers and trees with detailed engravings. Repousse were large solid pieces that had fluted and raised edges. Cannatille jewelry used strands of gold wire that were twisted and wound into intricate designs.
Near the end of the Victorian era, Egypt, Greece and Italy styles had big influences, 1910 fashions , in design. This was because of archaeological expeditions that uncovered lots of ancient jewelry.
When, 1910 fashions , Queen Victoria died, new jewelry designs rushed into the market. Because of the conservatism, jewelers could not push the boundaries of design while she was still alive. This surge in techniques of manufacturing and design eventually brought about the art nouveau period.
Art nouveau jewelry was expressive,, 1910 fashions , exotic and exuberant. They say the appreciation of it may take time and art nouveau means "new art" in French. Imaginative and mystical jewelry, art nouveau was from 1890-1910.
With pale colors and gentle curves, art nouveau jewelry used amethyst, moonstone, peridot, opal, citrine and pearls. Copper, ivory, shell, horn and glass were, 1910 fashions , also used.
Flowers like lilies, irises, orchids, bugs and animals, even human forms were put into the designs. Mythical beats or enchanted women were common. Enameling was used throughout the art nouveau period.
The Edwardian period was from 1901-1910, 1910 fashions , . The period that many have not heard of because of the, 1910 fashions , two great periods before,(art nouveau) and after(art deco).
Diamonds were a staple of Edwardian jewelry. They were made to look delicate to be able to blend in with lace, feathers and silk. Princess Alexandra had a huge impact on the, 1910 fashions , periods fashion. In this period jeweler's progressed in gemstone cutting. Platinum was used a lot and sometimes made to look like hand made lace.
Art deco is a style that relates to 1920's-1930's, which ended about 1935. The Art deco movement was mainly an American thing. The style of jewelry had strong lines, bright contrasts of color, geometric shapes, they also used bakelite. Symmetry and geometry were at the center of art deco.
Influences in the design of the jewelry were Japanese, Paris, the machine age, Egyptian, jazz, cubism and Russian, 1910 fashions , . Also art deco was influenced by the art nouveau and Edwardian periods. Taking the style and, 1910 fashions , grace from art nouveau, diamonds and platinum from Edwardian and turning them, 1910 fashions , into a geometric, symmetrical array of diamonds and platinum.
Art deco, 1910 fashions , had great, 1910 fashions , vibrant, 1910 fashions , colors, sapphires, emeralds, coral, rubies and turquoise were heavily used. Black and white was also used a lot. Cocktail rings, long pendants, brooches and bangle bracelets were all the rage.
Cigarette cases and compacts of the time were covered in jewels, 1910 fashions , . The movement, 1910 fashions , of art deco halted because of WWII and the depression, 1910 fashions , .
The 1930's and 1940's brought about the retro period. Large gemstones were being used. Topaz, citrine and aquamarine were popular. Even synthetics were starting to become popular. Platinum was replaced by rose gold.
Today everything from vintage jewelry to simple elegance is in. Going back to the old stuff and mixing it in with new pieces and designs.
Dave William G. runs http://www.thejvirus.com , a website devoted to all things jewelry. From designs to gemstones we try and cover it all. So please, 1910 fashions , visit us today. You can sign-up for our 7 part mini-course on diamonds, 1910 fashions , while you're there. http://www.thejvirus.com
You may distribute this article, put on your site, etc. Please don't change anything and leave the about the author box and links. Thank you.
Source: articleage.com
The Victorian era was from 1837-1901. This was the reign, 1910 fashions , of Queen Victoria of England. In that time people would wear whatever she thought looked good.
In the beginning, Victorian jewelry purer 18-22 karat gold. In 1854, gold was standardized and had 9, 12 or 15 karats. It had to be stamped and hallmarked. The other metals used if not gold were electric gilt, mercury gilt, pinchbeck and silver.
The design of Victorian jewelry came from nature. Birds, flowers and trees with detailed engravings. Repousse were large solid pieces that had fluted and raised edges. Cannatille jewelry used strands of gold wire that were twisted and wound into intricate designs.
Near the end of the Victorian era, Egypt, Greece and Italy styles had big influences, 1910 fashions , in design. This was because of archaeological expeditions that uncovered lots of ancient jewelry.
When, 1910 fashions , Queen Victoria died, new jewelry designs rushed into the market. Because of the conservatism, jewelers could not push the boundaries of design while she was still alive. This surge in techniques of manufacturing and design eventually brought about the art nouveau period.
Art nouveau jewelry was expressive,, 1910 fashions , exotic and exuberant. They say the appreciation of it may take time and art nouveau means "new art" in French. Imaginative and mystical jewelry, art nouveau was from 1890-1910.
With pale colors and gentle curves, art nouveau jewelry used amethyst, moonstone, peridot, opal, citrine and pearls. Copper, ivory, shell, horn and glass were, 1910 fashions , also used.
Flowers like lilies, irises, orchids, bugs and animals, even human forms were put into the designs. Mythical beats or enchanted women were common. Enameling was used throughout the art nouveau period.
The Edwardian period was from 1901-1910, 1910 fashions , . The period that many have not heard of because of the, 1910 fashions , two great periods before,(art nouveau) and after(art deco).
Diamonds were a staple of Edwardian jewelry. They were made to look delicate to be able to blend in with lace, feathers and silk. Princess Alexandra had a huge impact on the, 1910 fashions , periods fashion. In this period jeweler's progressed in gemstone cutting. Platinum was used a lot and sometimes made to look like hand made lace.
Art deco is a style that relates to 1920's-1930's, which ended about 1935. The Art deco movement was mainly an American thing. The style of jewelry had strong lines, bright contrasts of color, geometric shapes, they also used bakelite. Symmetry and geometry were at the center of art deco.
Influences in the design of the jewelry were Japanese, Paris, the machine age, Egyptian, jazz, cubism and Russian, 1910 fashions , . Also art deco was influenced by the art nouveau and Edwardian periods. Taking the style and, 1910 fashions , grace from art nouveau, diamonds and platinum from Edwardian and turning them, 1910 fashions , into a geometric, symmetrical array of diamonds and platinum.
Art deco, 1910 fashions , had great, 1910 fashions , vibrant, 1910 fashions , colors, sapphires, emeralds, coral, rubies and turquoise were heavily used. Black and white was also used a lot. Cocktail rings, long pendants, brooches and bangle bracelets were all the rage.
Cigarette cases and compacts of the time were covered in jewels, 1910 fashions , . The movement, 1910 fashions , of art deco halted because of WWII and the depression, 1910 fashions , .
The 1930's and 1940's brought about the retro period. Large gemstones were being used. Topaz, citrine and aquamarine were popular. Even synthetics were starting to become popular. Platinum was replaced by rose gold.
Today everything from vintage jewelry to simple elegance is in. Going back to the old stuff and mixing it in with new pieces and designs.
Dave William G. runs http://www.thejvirus.com , a website devoted to all things jewelry. From designs to gemstones we try and cover it all. So please, 1910 fashions , visit us today. You can sign-up for our 7 part mini-course on diamonds, 1910 fashions , while you're there. http://www.thejvirus.com
You may distribute this article, put on your site, etc. Please don't change anything and leave the about the author box and links. Thank you.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Tied Up In Necktie Knots?
Author: The Necktie Aficionado
Source: articledashboard.com
Do you get balked like I did or just apparent alarming accepting to tie a tie?" Don't worry, you're not abandoned millions of men are in the aforementioned boat.
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The necktie is advised to enhance the wearer's presentation, bathe an air of aplomb and professionalism, but how generally do you see the complete, 2 cool fashions , adverse with skew bedraggled knots, the, 2 cool fashions , advanced end too abbreviate sitting bisected way up the wearer's chest or appropriately antic too continued blind beneath his belt buckle.
Tying a tie can assume like abracadabra at first, but it is absolutely like benumbed a bike already you apprentice how to tie, 2 cool fashions , a tie, you'll never forget.
However, generally allurement for advice is not simple and can leave some men activity, 2 cool fashions , aged and aggravating to abstain cutting a tie at any cost, but there consistently seems to be a Men's Fashion break defective a tie, a wedding, a job advance or job account area we apperceive that the "looks count."
The basal band is that "Dressing for success" agency acquirements how to tie a tie.
There are abounding assets accessible online to advise you how to tie the absolute necktie bond about abounding of them I accept begin to be difficult to accept and the instructions, 2 cool fashions , a daydream to follow.
If you like me you will acquisition the videos by far the best ability accessible as they are just so simple to follow, fun and about as simple as actualization by numbers. One absolutely, 2 cool fashions , acceptable chargeless video featuring The Full Windsor Bond arguably the apple a lot of accepted bond can be begin on classico.com.au.
This video not alone shows how to tie the bond it aswell accord tips on how to set up the tie so that it's the appropriate breadth, 2 cool fashions , if you bond it and what is the actual breadth if its finished.
There are a amount of assets on the net for the added three accepted knots such as the Bisected Windsor, The Four in Duke and the Pratt.
Which bond you accept will accept a lot to do with claimed alternative and the blazon of shirt collar your shirt has, for archetype a button down usually best, 2 cool fashions , apparel a attenuated bond like the Four in duke or Pratt Knot, while the advanced and cutaway collar apparel the Full Windsor. The bisected Windsor is accepted with a accepted color.
There is no agnosticism that alive how to tie a tie appropriately, 2 cool fashions , gives you aplomb and improves your all-embracing actualization and activity a successful, able actualization arena a role in accepting you the new job, attending absolutely air-conditioned at the brawl and on your marriage day.
Thousands of others already accept abstruse how to tie a tie, and so can you.
Source: articledashboard.com
Do you get balked like I did or just apparent alarming accepting to tie a tie?" Don't worry, you're not abandoned millions of men are in the aforementioned boat.
A quick seek on Google afresh appear that the a lot of, 2 cool fashions , searched for key chat byword in the apple of ties is the byword How To Tie a Tie in actuality was acclimated as abounding as 35,000 times just endure month.
The necktie is advised to enhance the wearer's presentation, bathe an air of aplomb and professionalism, but how generally do you see the complete, 2 cool fashions , adverse with skew bedraggled knots, the, 2 cool fashions , advanced end too abbreviate sitting bisected way up the wearer's chest or appropriately antic too continued blind beneath his belt buckle.
Tying a tie can assume like abracadabra at first, but it is absolutely like benumbed a bike already you apprentice how to tie, 2 cool fashions , a tie, you'll never forget.
However, generally allurement for advice is not simple and can leave some men activity, 2 cool fashions , aged and aggravating to abstain cutting a tie at any cost, but there consistently seems to be a Men's Fashion break defective a tie, a wedding, a job advance or job account area we apperceive that the "looks count."
The basal band is that "Dressing for success" agency acquirements how to tie a tie.
There are abounding assets accessible online to advise you how to tie the absolute necktie bond about abounding of them I accept begin to be difficult to accept and the instructions, 2 cool fashions , a daydream to follow.
If you like me you will acquisition the videos by far the best ability accessible as they are just so simple to follow, fun and about as simple as actualization by numbers. One absolutely, 2 cool fashions , acceptable chargeless video featuring The Full Windsor Bond arguably the apple a lot of accepted bond can be begin on classico.com.au.
This video not alone shows how to tie the bond it aswell accord tips on how to set up the tie so that it's the appropriate breadth, 2 cool fashions , if you bond it and what is the actual breadth if its finished.
There are a amount of assets on the net for the added three accepted knots such as the Bisected Windsor, The Four in Duke and the Pratt.
Which bond you accept will accept a lot to do with claimed alternative and the blazon of shirt collar your shirt has, for archetype a button down usually best, 2 cool fashions , apparel a attenuated bond like the Four in duke or Pratt Knot, while the advanced and cutaway collar apparel the Full Windsor. The bisected Windsor is accepted with a accepted color.
There is no agnosticism that alive how to tie a tie appropriately, 2 cool fashions , gives you aplomb and improves your all-embracing actualization and activity a successful, able actualization arena a role in accepting you the new job, attending absolutely air-conditioned at the brawl and on your marriage day.
Thousands of others already accept abstruse how to tie a tie, and so can you.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Bracelets Past and Prestent
Author: Sher Matsen
Source: articleage.com
Bracelet, 1910 fashions , popularity dates back to the Roman times and continues today.
Roman bracelets shared many of the design patterns of necklaces and earrings from that era. The ever popular ball, 1910 fashions , earrings, 1910 fashions , from that era were nicely, 1910 fashions , matched with a ball style bracelet.
Engraved bangles and snake bracelets were very popular during Roman times. Bracelets made of twisted coil with lion head ends were common place, as were the two part bracelets ending with a pair of lion heads.
The Heracles knot bracelet is recognized as a Roman era piece. The Romanย's were very creative in the designing of their jewelry. However they still borrowed from Greek motifs. Palmettos, fleeing dogs and acanthus leaves, all of Greek origin, were often seen in the designing of Roman jewelry.
Stones and glass were often used, 1910 fashions , in Roman bracelets. . Gem stones were, 1910 fashions , commonly found set in eyes. Open bands were cut to represent a row of ivy and entwined with pearls. Many of the leaf and berry bracelets were heavily adorned with decorative glass. The wealthier women could be seen wearing bracelets layered in bezel set emeralds.
During the Gerogiian times bracelets remained popular. Paris jewelers were known for their gold bracelets set with pearl edging, 1910 fashions , . After the 1820s coral became the ย"inย" fashion statement, so bracelets and other, 1910 fashions , jewelry were, 1910 fashions , heavily set with coral.
During the Gerogiian time it was very fashionable to wear many bracelets at once, including wide ribbon gold mesh bracelets, and silk ribbon bracelets. Gem and Diamond bracelets were designed, 1910 fashions , in geometric patterns. Gold was heavily used during this era.
The Victorian era brought changes to the fashions of women, including jewelry styles. Earrings grew long and dangled, bracelets became rigid and were normally worn in pairs. The buckle bracelet became very fashionable.
The jewelry of the Victorian era expressed sentiment, and bracelets were no exception. Bracelets would contain lockets or charms with pictures or hair of a loved, 1910 fashions , one, and engravings were common
Early Victorian jewelry enjoyed some mystic with hidden meanings being popular. The acrostic bracelets where the first letter of each gemstone spelled a word of friendship were very popular. For example a bracelet set with Lapis, Opal, Vermeil [hessonite, 1910 fashions , garnet] and Emerald would spell Love.
The Art Nouveau period, 1910 fashions , once again saw changes to fashion and jewelry. Chameleons and serpents entwined themselves around bracelets. The mystical Egyptian scarab was found on bracelets and rings. Other popular creatures included dragonflies, butterflies, bees, peacocks, swans, and even bats. This was a very figural period attached to nature.
If jewelry did not depict creatures it depicted flower blossoms or flower buds.
From 1910 to 1939 womenย's fashions saw sleeveless or short sleeve dresses appear. The result, 1910 fashions , was flexible bracelets and bangles worn on the upper arm. These arm bracelets were often adorned with gemstones or diamonds.
From 1940 to 1949 US designers were greatly influenced by the designs from the French house of Van Cleef & Arpels. Bracelets, 1910 fashions , with ribbon of hexagon lines centered on fine gemstones fastened, 1910 fashions , with heavy clasps became very vogue.
From 1950 to 1960 daytime saw simpler lines for not only gold bracelets but necklaces as well. Gold, 1910 fashions , mesh or twisted wire bracelets were very popular.
From 1960 to 1970, 1910 fashions , bracelets became more flexible and were often set with gems. Bangles on the other hand became more rigid and were often seen set with random diamond placements.
From 1970 to 1979 bracelets were flexible and often set with tiny baguettes. Delicate and dainty bracelets were vogue.
From the 1980s to now bracelet fashions have been mixed and, 1910 fashions , varied. Bracelet styles have become more of an individual fashion statement than, 1910 fashions , a trend. Gold has always remained popular as have gems, however sterling silver has become very popular and recognized for its versatility and wearability at affordable pricing. In the last few years weย've also seen an increase in demand for titanium bracelets.
Today a womenย's fashion statement is about her! What she likes, what she feels good in. So your bracelet wardrobe can be what ever you want. Wear a dainty gem set gold bracelet or an armful of clunky bracelets, which is very vogue this season.
Your fashion statement is about who you are, so feel free to be you!
Source: articleage.com
Bracelet, 1910 fashions , popularity dates back to the Roman times and continues today.
Roman bracelets shared many of the design patterns of necklaces and earrings from that era. The ever popular ball, 1910 fashions , earrings, 1910 fashions , from that era were nicely, 1910 fashions , matched with a ball style bracelet.
Engraved bangles and snake bracelets were very popular during Roman times. Bracelets made of twisted coil with lion head ends were common place, as were the two part bracelets ending with a pair of lion heads.
The Heracles knot bracelet is recognized as a Roman era piece. The Romanย's were very creative in the designing of their jewelry. However they still borrowed from Greek motifs. Palmettos, fleeing dogs and acanthus leaves, all of Greek origin, were often seen in the designing of Roman jewelry.
Stones and glass were often used, 1910 fashions , in Roman bracelets. . Gem stones were, 1910 fashions , commonly found set in eyes. Open bands were cut to represent a row of ivy and entwined with pearls. Many of the leaf and berry bracelets were heavily adorned with decorative glass. The wealthier women could be seen wearing bracelets layered in bezel set emeralds.
During the Gerogiian times bracelets remained popular. Paris jewelers were known for their gold bracelets set with pearl edging, 1910 fashions , . After the 1820s coral became the ย"inย" fashion statement, so bracelets and other, 1910 fashions , jewelry were, 1910 fashions , heavily set with coral.
During the Gerogiian time it was very fashionable to wear many bracelets at once, including wide ribbon gold mesh bracelets, and silk ribbon bracelets. Gem and Diamond bracelets were designed, 1910 fashions , in geometric patterns. Gold was heavily used during this era.
The Victorian era brought changes to the fashions of women, including jewelry styles. Earrings grew long and dangled, bracelets became rigid and were normally worn in pairs. The buckle bracelet became very fashionable.
The jewelry of the Victorian era expressed sentiment, and bracelets were no exception. Bracelets would contain lockets or charms with pictures or hair of a loved, 1910 fashions , one, and engravings were common
Early Victorian jewelry enjoyed some mystic with hidden meanings being popular. The acrostic bracelets where the first letter of each gemstone spelled a word of friendship were very popular. For example a bracelet set with Lapis, Opal, Vermeil [hessonite, 1910 fashions , garnet] and Emerald would spell Love.
The Art Nouveau period, 1910 fashions , once again saw changes to fashion and jewelry. Chameleons and serpents entwined themselves around bracelets. The mystical Egyptian scarab was found on bracelets and rings. Other popular creatures included dragonflies, butterflies, bees, peacocks, swans, and even bats. This was a very figural period attached to nature.
If jewelry did not depict creatures it depicted flower blossoms or flower buds.
From 1910 to 1939 womenย's fashions saw sleeveless or short sleeve dresses appear. The result, 1910 fashions , was flexible bracelets and bangles worn on the upper arm. These arm bracelets were often adorned with gemstones or diamonds.
From 1940 to 1949 US designers were greatly influenced by the designs from the French house of Van Cleef & Arpels. Bracelets, 1910 fashions , with ribbon of hexagon lines centered on fine gemstones fastened, 1910 fashions , with heavy clasps became very vogue.
From 1950 to 1960 daytime saw simpler lines for not only gold bracelets but necklaces as well. Gold, 1910 fashions , mesh or twisted wire bracelets were very popular.
From 1960 to 1970, 1910 fashions , bracelets became more flexible and were often set with gems. Bangles on the other hand became more rigid and were often seen set with random diamond placements.
From 1970 to 1979 bracelets were flexible and often set with tiny baguettes. Delicate and dainty bracelets were vogue.
From the 1980s to now bracelet fashions have been mixed and, 1910 fashions , varied. Bracelet styles have become more of an individual fashion statement than, 1910 fashions , a trend. Gold has always remained popular as have gems, however sterling silver has become very popular and recognized for its versatility and wearability at affordable pricing. In the last few years weย've also seen an increase in demand for titanium bracelets.
Today a womenย's fashion statement is about her! What she likes, what she feels good in. So your bracelet wardrobe can be what ever you want. Wear a dainty gem set gold bracelet or an armful of clunky bracelets, which is very vogue this season.
Your fashion statement is about who you are, so feel free to be you!
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Body Jewelry
Author: Rachna Agarwal
Source: articleage.com
From the ancient period, the concept of wearing body jewelry has been followed in many cultures and heritages as a part of their rituals. As an indispensable, hip hop fashions , part of clothing and dressing of these people, body jewelry was also used in distinguishing the difference in classes prevailing in society. Now, crossing all boundaries, body jewelries has become a part of the trendy and nicer look that brings out a difference in the company.
Nowadays, the craze of body jewelry is on its heights. It has never been so popular but latest trends have really increased the sale, hip hop fashions ,, hip hop fashions , of this funky jewelry that articulates your cool and different personality. Usually, body jewelry is meant for, hip hop fashions , particular places on the body that includes, ear plugs, genital jewelry, naval rings, tongue piercing, eye brow piercing and nipple rings that have, hip hop fashions , become a mainstream jewelry these days reflecting great fashion and particular style of a person. You can also use a hang ear balls in piercing your eye brows and show your cool attitude.
Available in numerous designs and size, body jewelry states their own fashion and charm on wearers. You can find jewelry for every convenient body parts that enhances the overall art of the body. Depending upon your budget that can be high or low, a whole range is available in the market which says your approach and understanding regarding fashion. So, choose your body jewelry that is not only fashionable but also good for your body i.e. it does not causes any kind of allergic reactions and rashes on the body. Be careful about the piercing process too and ensure its sterilization as well.
You can also go online to choose a myriad collection in body jewelry. They also provide good,, hip hop fashions , hip hop fashions , and useful information regarding this jewelry explaining every pros and cons of this jewelry. They also provide jewelry in affordable and reasonable range that fits in the pocket of a child to a grown up man. So, be wise in choosing your jewelry that says more about you instead of causing you pain.
Funky and cool body jewelry is not only stylist but depicts your own personal fashion statement and makes you really different. That's why; you can notice celebrities wearing this hip-hop and peppy jewelry to gain popularity, hip hop fashions , these days. If you have that charm and typical fashion then carrying perfect glittering, hip hop fashions , body jewelry will definitely separate you from others.
For more information on body jewelry visit http://www.sparkleice.com
Author is an experienced jewelry business expert.
Source: articleage.com
From the ancient period, the concept of wearing body jewelry has been followed in many cultures and heritages as a part of their rituals. As an indispensable, hip hop fashions , part of clothing and dressing of these people, body jewelry was also used in distinguishing the difference in classes prevailing in society. Now, crossing all boundaries, body jewelries has become a part of the trendy and nicer look that brings out a difference in the company.
Nowadays, the craze of body jewelry is on its heights. It has never been so popular but latest trends have really increased the sale, hip hop fashions ,, hip hop fashions , of this funky jewelry that articulates your cool and different personality. Usually, body jewelry is meant for, hip hop fashions , particular places on the body that includes, ear plugs, genital jewelry, naval rings, tongue piercing, eye brow piercing and nipple rings that have, hip hop fashions , become a mainstream jewelry these days reflecting great fashion and particular style of a person. You can also use a hang ear balls in piercing your eye brows and show your cool attitude.
Available in numerous designs and size, body jewelry states their own fashion and charm on wearers. You can find jewelry for every convenient body parts that enhances the overall art of the body. Depending upon your budget that can be high or low, a whole range is available in the market which says your approach and understanding regarding fashion. So, choose your body jewelry that is not only fashionable but also good for your body i.e. it does not causes any kind of allergic reactions and rashes on the body. Be careful about the piercing process too and ensure its sterilization as well.
You can also go online to choose a myriad collection in body jewelry. They also provide good,, hip hop fashions , hip hop fashions , and useful information regarding this jewelry explaining every pros and cons of this jewelry. They also provide jewelry in affordable and reasonable range that fits in the pocket of a child to a grown up man. So, be wise in choosing your jewelry that says more about you instead of causing you pain.
Funky and cool body jewelry is not only stylist but depicts your own personal fashion statement and makes you really different. That's why; you can notice celebrities wearing this hip-hop and peppy jewelry to gain popularity, hip hop fashions , these days. If you have that charm and typical fashion then carrying perfect glittering, hip hop fashions , body jewelry will definitely separate you from others.
For more information on body jewelry visit http://www.sparkleice.com
Author is an experienced jewelry business expert.
Why Should I Buy Ethical Clothing?
Author: Davinos Greeno -
Source: articledashboard.com
Garment workers throughout the globe are traditionally paid the minimum wage and work long hours in poor conditions in order to produce the clothes that we take for granted.
In the developing world countries such as Indonesia and, maternity fashions , China mass produce enough clothes to reach to the moon and back every day, this routine production and exploitation in the name of fashion by major brands has increasingly come under fire as they continue to under pay staff, and offer no additional benefits while reaping huge profits from these suffering workers, maternity fashions , .
Ethical clothing guarantees that workers have not, maternity fashions , only been paid well but also have access,, maternity fashions , maternity fashions , to a range of benefits from maternity leave and pensions to healthcare and education.
In December 06 War on Want published a reporting stating that mainly women workers in Bangladesh are regularly working 80 hours a week for just 5p an hour, in potential death trap factories, to produce cheap clothes for British consumers for sale in retailers such as Primark, Tesco and Asda.
Primark, Tesco and Asda have all made public commitments to the payment of a living wage to suppliers - commonly calculated to be a minimum ฃ22 a month, maternity fashions , in Bangladesh. I used to volunteer as a teacher in Nepal which is next to Bangladesh and the primary school teachers were paid around ฃ40 per, maternity fashions , month. I know from experience that even ฃ40 per month is a struggle for a family to survive on as there is no welfare system to help. Even, maternity fashions , though the cost of living is much cheaper than the UK and USA, the cost of living is rising faster than wages, maternity fashions , making them even poorer.
Yet starting wages in the factories researched for War on Wants report were as little as ฃ8 a month, barely a third of the living wage. Even better paid sewing machine operators receive only ฃ16 a, maternity fashions , month, which equates to 5p an hour for the 80 hours they regularly have to work each week. The minimum wage for garment workers in Bangladesh halved in real terms during the 1990s, and many, maternity fashions , complain their pay is too low to cover food, housing and health costs.
Primark, Tesco and Asda have also pledged that their suppliers must not be required to work more than, maternity fashions , 48 hours a week on a regular basis which is the same as the European Time Directive that applies to UK workers. We are not forced to work over 48 hours per week, why, maternity fashions , should they?
Workers interviewed for War on Wants report, maternity fashions , can toil up to 96 hours a week - double the supposed maximum - and often lose their day off and face the sack if they refuse.
The choice appears simple, avoid dirt cheap clothes where possible and as the excellent ethical campaign by Marks and Spencers says …look behind the label.
Source: articledashboard.com
Garment workers throughout the globe are traditionally paid the minimum wage and work long hours in poor conditions in order to produce the clothes that we take for granted.
In the developing world countries such as Indonesia and, maternity fashions , China mass produce enough clothes to reach to the moon and back every day, this routine production and exploitation in the name of fashion by major brands has increasingly come under fire as they continue to under pay staff, and offer no additional benefits while reaping huge profits from these suffering workers, maternity fashions , .
Ethical clothing guarantees that workers have not, maternity fashions , only been paid well but also have access,, maternity fashions , maternity fashions , to a range of benefits from maternity leave and pensions to healthcare and education.
In December 06 War on Want published a reporting stating that mainly women workers in Bangladesh are regularly working 80 hours a week for just 5p an hour, in potential death trap factories, to produce cheap clothes for British consumers for sale in retailers such as Primark, Tesco and Asda.
Primark, Tesco and Asda have all made public commitments to the payment of a living wage to suppliers - commonly calculated to be a minimum ฃ22 a month, maternity fashions , in Bangladesh. I used to volunteer as a teacher in Nepal which is next to Bangladesh and the primary school teachers were paid around ฃ40 per, maternity fashions , month. I know from experience that even ฃ40 per month is a struggle for a family to survive on as there is no welfare system to help. Even, maternity fashions , though the cost of living is much cheaper than the UK and USA, the cost of living is rising faster than wages, maternity fashions , making them even poorer.
Yet starting wages in the factories researched for War on Wants report were as little as ฃ8 a month, barely a third of the living wage. Even better paid sewing machine operators receive only ฃ16 a, maternity fashions , month, which equates to 5p an hour for the 80 hours they regularly have to work each week. The minimum wage for garment workers in Bangladesh halved in real terms during the 1990s, and many, maternity fashions , complain their pay is too low to cover food, housing and health costs.
Primark, Tesco and Asda have also pledged that their suppliers must not be required to work more than, maternity fashions , 48 hours a week on a regular basis which is the same as the European Time Directive that applies to UK workers. We are not forced to work over 48 hours per week, why, maternity fashions , should they?
Workers interviewed for War on Wants report, maternity fashions , can toil up to 96 hours a week - double the supposed maximum - and often lose their day off and face the sack if they refuse.
The choice appears simple, avoid dirt cheap clothes where possible and as the excellent ethical campaign by Marks and Spencers says …look behind the label.
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