Ladylike Looks And Delicate Details

Michael Cinco Fall 2017

Spring's fashion runways showcased clean-cut and demure collections with feminine embellishments and silhouettes.

Designers favor nude and natural tones such as taupe, moss and ivory, while paying tribute to traditional spring pastels such as lilac and mint.

Chadwick's, a popular online fashion resource for career and casual clothing, offers tips on how to update your wardrobe as the air gets balmier:

Ladylike Silhouettes

Jackets elevate an outfit in both career and casual occasions and are cut shorter this season.

Fashion brands like Chadwick's offer a variety of stylish features such as 3/4 sleeves, peplum skirting, wide lapels and standup collars.

Try pairing a shrunken linen blazer in a soothing earth tone with a pair of white jeans for a sophisticated yet casual look that is straight off the runways.

After lingering right above the knee for the past several seasons, hemlines have dipped down to midcalf this spring.

Pack midcalf-length skirts in a wide array of colors, prints and fabrics for business trips and weekend getaways alike. Denim Bermuda shorts cut just above the knee are a stylish way to enjoy sunny days.

Frilly and Feminine Details

Move over, winter wools and tweeds! This spring, lacy shirts will flatter suits, pom-poms and ruffles will adorn dresses and chiffon will softly drape bare arms. This feminine trend translates into delicate lace trims at necklines and hems on camisoles and long-sleeve tees.

If you've always longed to wear crochet-this is the season to do it.

Embellished Footwear

The stiletto, fall's ever-popular staple, steps aside this spring for playful espadrilles, wedges and platforms. Metallic sandals in silver and bronze are cosmopolitan yet surprisingly easy to pull off. Try playful touches of macramé and eyelet this season.

Crochet espadrilles have a vintage appeal when paired with sundresses and make a simple, feminine statement when worn with denim.

                                                               

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Beautiful Eyes

Eyes have been called the windows of the soul because of how much they communicate.  Eyes give your face energy and individuality.  They do not have to be a certain size or shape to be considered pretty - all eyes have their own unique beauty.  When makeup is applied to look natural it will bring out the eye’s true color and enhance the eye’s beauty. When you feel good about your makeup you will be more confident and will have one less thing to worry about.

A subtle application of eyeliner, shadows and mascara work together to create magic and make your eyes look their best.

Eye Shadow

Eye shadow is meant to highlight and define the eyes.  Eye shadow is used to create depth to bring out the beauty of the eyes.  A dark color used on the lid will make the eye appear smaller, while a lighter color will make it appear larger. That is what eye shadow is about creating illusions.  These are the basic techniques for the following eye shapes:

Small eyes: Don’t use too much shadow or liner – it will make you eyes look smaller. Apply a light color on eyelid, use a darker color in the crease and use a highlighter under the brow.

Large eyes:  Wear darker shadow on the lid and extend it to the crease. Use a flat color under the brow to highlight.

Deep-set eyes: Use light colors on the eyelid and under the brow. Use a medium color in the crease.  Emphasize the outer corners with shadow.

Wide-set eyes:  Use darker colors on the inner corners of the eye.

Hooded eyes: Apply light colors on the lid.  Use darker colors from the center of the eyelid to the outer corners and blend.

Round eyes:  Make round eyes longer by using color all around and extending toward the outer corners.

Asian eyes:  Apply highlighter under the brow. Use light shadow on the inner half of the lid and a darker color on the outer half.

1. Light colors cause the eyes to open, dark colors will cause the eyes to recede

2. If you have very light skin avoid dark shades

3. Be careful with shimmer – they will bring attention to imperfections and wrinkles.

4. The eye area is the first to show age don’t tug on the skin.

Eyeliners:

Eyeliners are meant to define the eyes so they should do just that, not be the focal point of your makeup.  Eyeliners come in various colors and forms liquid, pencil etc. Keep the eyeliner natural.  Pencils are available in many colors (for the best look stick to black or brown) and can be sharpened for a fine line.  For a smudged effect use a sponge tip shadow applicator or an eye shadow brush. When your pencils are too soft refrigerate them. When they are too hard soften them by holding them between your fingers.

To line the eye, start on the lower lid, just beneath the lashes.   When you are finished always smudge the line with your sponge. Stay as close to the lash line as possible.   On the upper lid, draw a line form the inner corner to the outer corner, thickening the line toward the outer corner.  After the age of 40 keep the line in between the lashes.

Mascara and the creation of beautiful lashes:

Mascara frames your eyes and can make your face come alive. Mascara softly accentuates the eye while thickening and darkening the lashes; it is the finishing touch for eyes.  There are several different types to choose from, thickening, and waterproof to smudge proof. Waterproof will need a special remover and smudge proof will wash off easily.  It is not a good idea to wear waterproof mascara for extended periods of time since it has a tendency to dry the lashes.

Select a shade of mascara that complements your coloring.  Dark shades on pale eyes with brown lashes will darken them and will look harsh.  Stay away from blues and other colors since they will ruin your look.

Lashes that are hard to curl may need the help of an eyelash curler.  Curl your lashes before you apply mascara – hold for ten to twenty seconds.

To apply mascara look straight into your mirror with your chin slightly lifted so you can see your lashes.  Insert the wand only once and twist, don’t pump.  Pumping can break the brush bristles and distribute the mascara unevenly and will dry out the mascara faster.  Start by rolling the wand from root to tip in an upward motion. Reinsert the brush and apply again. If your eyelashes are thick and long they may clunk together.  If this happens let them dry and then separate them with the corner of an eyebrow brush.
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White Women Think Black Women Are Jealous of Them....

A few days ago on Twitter, a comment was made by a white girl, in response to something I tweeted regarding Blacks responding to racism by whites. This occurred after the Donald Trump victory in the Presidential Race.

With all due respect, given the constant media and historical images of white women, they are more a construct of what femininity should be through the eyes of white males.

In their desire to exalt white women, they did it at the expense of Black women, and the forcible removal of the Black male as her natural protector.

Why? How can you be jealous of women that use Barbie dolls and Mannequins as their beauty standards? Are these not some of the most ghoulish photos you've ever seen? When I first saw this on Inside Edition, honestly, I was shocked but then again it just exposed how deeply white women are obsessed with youth, beauty, and the superficial.

Black women just know better, and that is really the correct assessment of how Black women see themselves.

The various brown tones of our How can we relate to women who do everything to destroy their natural self? Lip injections, extreme tanning, Botox, butt implants, breast augmentation, etc.

No. Black women aren't jealous of white women!!!

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Look like a celebrity this summer!

Every celebrity out there knows the real value of a pair of designer sunglasses.  Whether it's to hide the effects of a late night out on the town or an effort to blend in on the street, a pair of quality sunglasses is absolutely indispensable.  We've seen a lot of trends come and go, but a great pair of sunglasses will always transcend the passing fads of the day.

Catherine Zeta-Jones in D&G Sunnies

With the summer just around the corner, we have begun our fashion trend spotting efforts for 2006.  Like years passed, celebrities are on the forefront of eyewear fashion.  One of my favorite pastimes is to monitor the fashion trends of my favorite celebrities.  As with last season, big sunglasses are all the rage for the ladies.  God bless you, Jackie O!

Carmen Electra is one of my favorite celebrities, and one of the most stylish women in entertainment.  While I could do without another season of her dreadful "reality" television show, I am dying to get my hands on a pair of the Missoni shades she was recently spotted in.  They are oversized and oh-so-glamorous!

Catherine Zeta-Jones may have a thing for old, outdated actors but her fashion sense is as fresh as a spring breeze.  I recently saw her sporting a pair of Dolce & Gabbana glasses that were out of this world!  I suspect they were the utterly amazing "4005" model.  They were black, with the D&G logo designed into the arms of the glasses.  The shades are big, bold, and beautiful!

Heidi Klum, our favorite supermodel and partygirl, has incredible fashion sense.  I saw a picture of her earlier this week wearing a classic pair of Aviator shades.  While a number of people in the fashion industry have been lamenting the prevalence of Aviator shades, I couldn't imagine a world without them.  Heidi was wearing a pair made by Ray Ban, and they were absolutely fabulous!

Speaking of partygirls, how could I go on without mentioning Paris Hilton?  I adore Paris.  She may not be taken seriously as an actress or singer, but she reigns supreme over the fashion world.  She was recently spotted wearing a pair of the new Oakley glasses for women.  That's right, kids.  Oakley just launched a new line of shades exclusively for women, and they are the must-have item for this fashion year.  Believe the Hype!                                        
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7 Steps to Great Makeup

7 Steps to Great Makeup - - -

1. Avoid wearing too much

Makeup is meant to enhance features not bring negative attention to you. That's what wearing too much makeup will do; it will bring you unwanted attention. Don't wear too much of anything such as:

i) Eyeliner: dark, thick eyeliner will make you look overdone and will ruin the rest of your makeup.

ii) Mascara: too much mascara looks fake and will flake. It looks especially bad if worn with thick eyeliner or dark blue eye eye shadow.

iii) Foundation: Make sure your foundation is the same color as your skin. Foundation is meant to protect and give the face a smooth look. The magic word is blend.

iv) Powder:The same holds true for powder - not too much. Also, be sure to blend your makeup so there are no obvious lineS

2. Lips

Apply lip liner to completely cover the lips, add color and your lipstick will stay on much longer. Make sure your lip liner doesn't show. Also, your lip color should match your skin tone; wear cool colors if you have cool coloring and warm colors if you have warm coloring. If you want to make your lips look smaller, keep your liner on the inside of your lips. However, if you decide to make your lips look larger, going outside the natural outline of you lips is a mistake. This can look quite messy and unnatural.

3. Appropriate makeup
Wear makeup that is appropriate for the occasion. If you are going to the beach you shouldn't wear the same or as much makeup as you would if you were going dancing. Also, when you are in daylight your makeup should be a lighter than when you are out for the evening.


4. Too little or no makeup

Some women don't wear makeup because they are not sure how to use it and are afraid of being overdone. If you are unsure, start will light colours in your shade. Start slowly and add one product at a time. Maybe start with foundation, add mascara, blush or lipstick. If you are not used to wearing makeup, using a lot a first may be a little too much for you, so start slowly. The bottom line is a little is better than none. If you are still unsure seek professional advice.

5. Overall look

When your makeup is completed it should look natural. That means avoiding colours that clash. If you have dark skin and hair you will look better in darker shades; light colours will make you look washed out. If your hair and skin tone are light, light colours will look better on you. Dark makeup will make you look older and harsh. If you have oily skin, first use oil control moisturizer and foundation. Then be sure to wear loose powder, keeping pressed powder with you for touch ups.


6. Hair color

Your hair color should also be in harmony with your skin. If you have dark hair and you want to add color, keep it close to the same shade. If you have light hair, use light colors. As you age your skin will lighten, so should your hair color. One last thing about hair color - if you do color you hair be sure you keep it up, don't let your roots show.

7. One last thing

Keep makeup looking fresh all day by doing regular touch ups. Don't let your makeup fade or crease. Smile!!!
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Choosing Sunglasses That Enhance Your Style And Protect Your Eyes

Whether you pick them up at a discount retailer or from a designer boutique, sunglasses are definitely must-have accessories regardless of the season. However, far from being just a fashion accessory, sunglasses are multipurpose tools that can protect your eyes from harmful UV rays and provide a degree of shade on a sunny day, improving visibility and lessening your chance of being temporarily blinded by sunlight (particularly important while driving).

As wonderful as sunglasses are, all sunglasses are not of the same quality and it is important to take care when shopping for a pair. The most important consideration when purchasing sunglasses is to find a pair that provides full protection from ultra violet (both UVA and UVB) rays, which are generated from the sun even on cloudy days. While experts disagree about possible negative effects UVA rays may have on the eye, it is known that UVB rays can cause a number of eye conditions including permanent retinal damage, so make sure your sunglasses are rated for full UV protection.

Sunglasses come in a variety of styles and types. If fashion is your main consideration, pick a stylish frame and then have custom lenses with UV protection added to them. If sun protection is your primary concern, pick up a pair of wraparound sunglasses that will block light that would normally skip past the frames of regular sunglasses.

After you’ve found a style that you like, think about the lenses. You’ve probably seen sunglasses with different colored lenses. While on cheap plastic sunglasses color may be little more than a fashion choice, with proper lenses, the color can tell you more about the purpose of the sunglasses. Knowing the different kinds of lenses will help you make the best decision when choosing sunglasses.

• Photochromic lenses change color depending on the amount of UV light to which they are exposed, although for the most part, they appear darkly shaded when outside, and light or clear when inside. Photochromic lenses create the illusion of sunglasses and regular glasses in one package.

• Amber-colored lenses tend to block blue light. There is discussion about whether blue light is harmful to the eye, but outdoors lovers agree blue-blocking lenses are super on the ski slopes or while hunting or fishing.

• Mirror-coated sunglasses limit the light that reaches your eye, which may make it easier to see in very bright situations.

• Gradient lenses, as the name implies, are those that are tinted at different opacities from the top down or from the bottom up. Top-down gradient lenses in sunglasses are great for driving and viewing the controls clearly.

• Polarized and anti-reflection-coated sunglasses reduce the amount of reflected light reaching your eyes, which is great in super-bright situations such as in the snow on a sunny winter day.

Nearly every style of sunglasses, lenses and frames, can be made to accommodate special prescriptions so that even those with poor vision can benefit from wearing sunglasses.

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The Beginner's Guide to Color Blocking

Rainbow bright colors instantly catch the eye, but also put many fashionistas in a difficult position. How to colorblock? How to choose a colorful clothing piece right, how to combine bright and bold colors, how to embrace the color blocking trend without looking like a walking color wheel? At first sight, all these questions seem to be unsolvable and many girls and women quite often just avoid the color blocking trend in order not to make any fashion mistakes. However, we all know that fashion loves boldness, creativity and experiments. So let’s learn how to color block right and look gorgeous and bright.




What is Color Blocking?

Those sake from claiming this popular pattern will be all over now, starting with celebrity main street occasions and style editorials of the road style Furthermore our most loved saves. The fundamental standard of the shade blocking pattern is the blending of distinctive shades What's more hues. You might make a additional humble shade one sets for two hues of the same color crew or try wilder Also attempt three alternately that's only the tip of the iceberg eye-popping hues. Actually, this is the thing that bothers fashionisers: how to figure out the thing that shades make a concordant union? what with do with Abstain from a really boisterous Furthermore exaggerated looks?.

Color Blocking Tips

The fundamental tenet for colorblocking is with evade sharp contrasts. The shade combine must stay inside the same assumption. Real shades try with significant ones, same time minors make a delightful union with minor ones. This may be the reason pink takes a gander thus astounding clinched alongside mix for orange, same time those same pink may be recently unendurable At matched with light green. 

The simplest result will be with take after the lead of the “color wheel”. Shades need aid found in the range on the groundwork from claiming an natural move starting with particular case should an additional. The individuals colors, which need aid ahead both sides of a specific color, will be those best to it to structure a color-blocking union. For example, red takes a gander practically bold for orange alternately purple (or pink), yellow dives great for light green alternately mustard, same time turquoise for blue alternately green. Primary fallen the fundamental colors, which would red, yellow and blue, and best that point the auxiliary ones, that is their subsidiaries – green, purple Also orange, complemented by those tertiary colors, which would framed from the ensuing consolidation. 

It’s especially paramount to beginners should ponder every last one of facets of the color range. In you have generally adored on wear altogether nonpartisan colors, blacks and whites, don’t surge will dress On the whole the conceivable rainbow hues. Instead, decide An one sets about integral hues, for example, such that blue for dim blue, pink for red, lilac for purple. 

Some More Style Secrets about Color Blocking

• Pink need an extraordinary put in the color-blocking framework. It could a chance to be effectively supplanted Eventually Tom's perusing red what's more utilized altogether the could be allowed color combinations that would as a rule connected to red. 

• emerald green Also brilliant red mix superbly for one another because of those Along these lines called “jewel” figure. Both shades ooze An true precious shine, Likewise would gold Also copper. 

• It’s essential with stick to those same immersion from claiming colors: neons try great with neons, same time pastels with stuck hues. 

• attempt should assume inside the extent for three shades for one outfit on dodge At whatever style blunders. The fourth particular case will gaze generally excessively soon. 

• pay thoughtfulness regarding your composition What's more hair shade. For example, cobalt Furthermore succulent green hues lose their appeal on the foundation of a pale composition What's more blonde hair. 

• keep in psyche that a really splendid Furthermore massine shade blocking has a tendency on aggravate your figure look greater. 

• the easiest Furthermore most secure method for colorblocking is will wear impartial outfits with a portion splendid accessories, for example, such that a pair of brilliant shoes for two colors, An bright tote or An two-tone wrist trinket. 

• whether you are at present anxious about colorblocking, However you need to light up up your look, you might attempt primed-to-wear color-blocked pieces, in a dress emphasizing two alternately three shades. 

• Don’t modest far from printed bits same time colorblocking, However keep this of the base. To example, you might wear a printed scarf for your color-blocked outfits. 

What to Wear with Color-Blocked Outfits

Same time wearing color-blocked outfits, it’s significant will feel those breaking points. Splendid Also color-blocked outfits ought make complemented best with unbiased Furthermore moderate frill. In you have picked An light spring color-blocked dress (like orange Also purple, or red Also blue), try to impartial frill. Feel humble What's more exquisite naked pumps or a beige clutch, plain neckbands or bracelets that won't Lure extra consideration. Also verify should wear An most extreme common cosmetics for color-blocked outfits. 

A Yet not least, a essential tenet from claiming wearing the shade blocking pattern is will make fearless and never feel anxious with show off your style creative ability What's more temperament. Dependably analyze Also you’ll uncover another self about you clinched alongside each new color!

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7 Tips For Beautiful Skin

For most women, part of the morning and evening routines involve a skincare regimen of applying creams, moisturizers, tonics, lotions, and the like. Why do women put themselves through this? They do it primarily to combat the signs of aging, and to maintain youthful looks and beautiful skin! It is a safe bet, however, that most women haven't put much thought into what is in the products that they are using.

Some women probably do not realize that what they are putting on their skin may actually be undermining what they are trying to prevent to begin with. In fact the average woman puts twelve products on her skin daily, most of which contain harmful chemical preservatives. Dr. Myron Wentz, founder and chairperson of USANA Health Sciences, has this to say about beauty in the company magazine's June/July 2005 issue: "Some say that beauty is only skin deep. Nonsense! I believe that true beauty is a reflection of true health, and true health begins deep inside each and every cell in the body. But true health and true beauty have an outer component, which is why we require protection from environmental insults such as solar radiation, pollutants in our environment and the drying effects of air. . . The fact is you simply cannot contain a healthy body if your skin isn't healthy. And your skin can't be healthy if your are subjecting it to toxic substances that are ultimately absorbed into your body."

How to select the right color clothes?

All of us have some favorite color or th e other. Whatever color we pick to wear it clearly reflects on our personality. Clothes color and personality type are the two stuffs that speak a lot about a person. Following is a list that can help you select the right colored clothes that complement both red hair and dark eyes.

You will never be stuck just choosing black outfits for your entire wardrobe. Most people have extreme difficulty coordinating their color choice with their skin tone. This article provides a simple technique in choosing and understanding colors based on skin tone. Further, information is also provided on how certain color affect our personality. 

The information regarding colors is provided below as followed:

• Research the right color clothes by divorcing yourself from your favorite colors.
• Check out the color of your hair in the mirror. Brown? Red head? Or Dark Black hair.
• Remove all traces of makeup
• Look at your eyes in the mirror. Cat eyes? Chocolate brown eyes? Black berry eyes?
• Know about the color of your skin. Are you fair, whitish or dark?
• Now that you are armed with personally empowering information, start shopping.

Choose ivory, tans, beige, medium browns, violet blues and golden yellow colored clothes if you have strawberry blonde or light hair, brown eyes and a fair complexion. Choose earth tones if you are have red head, golden brown eyes and whitish color skin. It’s very important that you select clothes that go well with your body outlook. 

How colors affect your personality

• The color red is a perfect choice if you want to make a distinctive fashion statement.

• Peach and pink shades are indications of coolness and calm
• The color black represents power. Black can simply sail in all functions
• Blue is a color of warmth and trust. It’s a must for every man
• The color yellow portrays a feeling of anxiety and alertness of mind.
• Green represents freshness, relaxation and calmness
• Brown is perfect for classy informal styling
• Gray is a perfect indication that you are a balanced person.

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A Fashionista's Dream: Luxurious Eyewear Without The Added Cost

Be a quirkier fashionista whatever the weather! Know the latest trends in eyewear that fits your personality!

 Fendi                        Karen Walker            Burberry Prorsum

Everybody has wanted a taste of luxury but unfortunately for most people, it's either too hard or too expensive to achieve. The closest to luxury one can ever taste is through wearing the latest trends in fashion, adorning themselves with the latest accessories, strutting in the latest in shoes, and carrying the latest in handbags along. Sad to say, these can come quite expensive, too.

Perhaps the greatest accessory that is sure to get you noticed is the ever trendy eyewear! Yes, even the latest in eyewear hasn't pushed past the expensive mark as yet. Sunglasses are just as important as all the outfits you put together; it gives a better overall impression. Not to mention, it gives you an air of mystique. No wonder people have been purchasing glasses here and there. The decision to buy is not just random; it has to be calculated even to the last detail.

So what can you fashionistas get in as little cost as possible? Numerous! Whether you wish to purchase designer brands or those that don’t have brands at all, if you know what there is to know about eyewear, and then nobody will ever notice the difference!

There are a lot of designs that have been coming out from the fashion industry with regards to the latest in eyewear. Let's start with the shape. The latest fashion in eyewear that are in the rave right now are your oversized shades. Fashionistas anywhere in the world have a preference for these glasses as it shields enough of the eyes and face without hampering your appearance. You should choose wisely, for some of these oversized shades can be heavy and can rest on your cheeks if they don’t have the proper ear supports and nasal rims. Oversized shades that have these qualities can be a nuisance and should be avoided as possible.

Another trend that has evolved is the quality of the lenses. Contrary to the fad in the past, lenses now offer the best protection packed in one single pair of glasses. Lenses now are polarized and can offer ultraviolet protection to varying degrees depending on your preference. Eyewear lenses have now been creatively produced to meet your varying needs. In sports for instance, tennis players now make use of specialized lenses that have yellow enhancement capabilities. This is important in tennis as the sunglasses not only shields your eyes from the glare of the sun but also makes the tennis ball more yellow to aid you in following its every direction. In snow sports the same technology has been maximized but rather than yellow enhancements, these sunglasses have amber lenses or rose lenses that can help you mark the slopes in the snow. This is crucial, again because it shields from the glare of the sun that might hamper your vision, it would also allow you to perform at your peak capacity that does not oversee the rule of safety. For everyday casual wear, you can choose from a variety of dark tinted glasses or those glasses that have no tint at all. However, dark tinted glasses are more often purchased in the market. Or you can even settle for no lenses at all! Yes, the latest and craziest trend in eyewear has just released a new line of sunglasses that have no lenses at all. These type of glasses used to be a fad in the later centuries and now they are back to make a statement. You would have to go to a specialty optic store for these babies however, because these are usually custom-made.

If you are hard of vision and are either myopic or hyperopic and you just can't withstand the routine of contact lenses, then eyeglasses may be prescribed for you. Be the fashionista that you are. You probably don’t want to wear those tacky round-rimmed glasses that don’t do wonders for your appearance. These won’t be a problem for long. Optical stores are now offering you the choice of frames, that can be branded or not, to go with your prescribed lenses. Never has wearing prescription glasses been any trendier!

The last factor that is perhaps the most crucial factor that could make or break a fashionista's decision to buy her eyewear is the frame. These frames come in a myriad of colors, materials, and embellishments. Go crazy! With the rising popularity of eyewear there have never been more options to choose from. Frame colors usually come in available choices of classic black, plain brown, brown and gold combinations, silver, gold, pink, white, and the list is endless. If you don’t have the color you want available but have the money, then you can settle for custom made frames. These frames can be made from the colors, design, and embellishments that you prefer. Aside from the color, frames can also come in different types of materials. You have the cheapest of all the plastic and the latest of which are materials made from titanium and the like that offer the best style in a lightweight fashion.

Your facial structure and personality should always be considered when you choose your eyewear. The type of eyewear that you should decide on purchasing should also be able to afford you the most function in the best design available.

You will be having no more troubles choosing the right eyewear for you. Budget won't also be a factor anymore as more and more manufacturing companies in eyewear has been releasing a number of products in as much variety as possible that would please the fashionista in you.

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A Man's Guide to Buying Lingerie for his Lady

Most men know nothing about picking out lingerie, which is understandable because it can be confusing.  What type of lingerie to buy, what size, what color - how is a man to know?  Here is a little guide to help you when choosing lingerie for that special someone.

There are a few things to consider before you go out.  What does she like?  Remember that you will not be wearing this - she will and you should go out with the intent on getting something she will like.  If she is not into lacey, tiny, see-through teddies, chances are if you buy that, she will not be in much of a mood to wear it and you may never see it.  So keep what she likes in mind.

If you do not know, check out her nightgown/lingerie drawer before you leave.  Check for material type (cotton, silk, etc.), colors, and most importantly, size.  She may be flattered if she wears a large and you get her a small, but if she wears a small and you buy her a large, you may find yourself in trouble.  Avoid anything that says "control" on the label.  Those items are used to firm and flatten tummies and rears and she would probably not appreciate receiving them as a gift.
Another thing to remember is if the store offers to wrap the lingerie let them.  Dainty lingerie will look better in their wrapping than if you wrap it in the paper left over from your cousin's birthday.  Presentation is part of the package with lingerie.  Also, if you are uncomfortable in the store, check out online stores that sell lingerie.  You can always start at Victoria's Secret, but most major department stores like Macys and Nordstroms also sell lingerie.  Final note - remember to keep your receipt just in case it is the wrong style, size, or color.
Now, what type of lingerie is available?  Just about anything you can think of!  Ask yourself what the occasion is. Is this to let her know you love her?  If so, something crotch less or see-through probably will not send that message.  But, if it is for Valentine's Day or your anniversary, something a little more risqué might be appreciated.  Bras alone have many different styles including push up, plunge, gel filled, padded, under wire, seamless, backless, strapless, open cup, and unpadded.

If you are purchasing a bra and panty set, always check out what she has in her drawer beforehand and definitely make note of the size - of both the bra and panties.  Most places sell at least one pair of panties that match each bra, but some will sell several so you can mix and match.  It will help to know what type of panties she likes to wear too - thongs, briefs, or high cut bikini.
When it comes to sleepwear, it can be just as confusing.  One type of sleepwear is baby doll pajamas.  They usually have very thin straps, a plunging V neckline, and are very short with matching panties.  You will find most of these made out of silk or satin, materials that always make a woman feel good about herself.  But, if she feels her breasts are too big or too small, or thinks her stomach is too big, you might want to avoid baby doll pajamas.
There are slips and chemises. Similar to the baby doll pajamas, these are a little longer and a little better at concealing problem areas such as breasts, butt or stomach.  They too are usually made of silk or satin.
Gowns are full-length versions of the baby doll.  Many are see-through or lacey and can help put your woman in the mood.  Baby dolls, slips, chemises, and gowns may also come with a robe.
A pajama set might not sound too sexy, but if it is silky, and buttons up the front, it can make your woman feel very sexy, especially if she is a plus size (size 18 or larger).  Boxer sets have become very popular lately.  The tops are tight, with thin straps and usually a V neckline, although there are boxer sets with normal t-shirt tops.
If you are really looking for lingerie to spice up your love life, take a look at Frederick's of Hollywood (available online).  They have been selling sexy lingerie for over 50 years.  They have a wide variety of garter belts, bustiers, corsets, teddies (similar to the baby doll, but one piece), crotch less panties, and fishnet stockings - items that may not be available at many stores that sell lingerie.
What type of lingerie you should get your love depends a lot on her self-esteem.  Many big woman love sexy little teddies, but some will shy away from them, for fear of exposing too much of themselves.  Most stores sell lingerie in plus sizes, which are a little less revealing.  If she is really athletic, a boxer set might be something she would like.  Thin women will look good in anything, but especially teddies, corsets, and baby dolls.
When shopping for lingerie, try to keep in mind what she likes.  If you purchase something similar to the lingerie she already has and in colors you know she likes, it will probably make her happy.  But, keep the receipt just in case!

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Sexy Lingerie - A beginners Guide

Say ‘sexy lingerie’ and most people will think of black and red lacy peep-hole bras and crotchless panties! However, this concept is such a poor representation of what sexy lingerie is and what it does.

It can transform a ‘normal’ body into one that would befit a model or actress and the physiological effects can make even more of a transformation! Read on….

Gone are the days when sexy lingerie was something that was bought by a woman or man to enhance sex – nowadays, it does so much more.

Certainly, items such as silky baby dolls; pretty, colourful bras and knickers; suspenders; lacy teddies etc can enhance the experience of making love, but now women are seeing more to the picture that just that.

Sexy underwear is steadily becoming a staple part of a woman’s normal day wear. Under many a suited, working woman you’ll see a hint of lacy bra or extra sheer stockings that give the lady a certain ‘oommpph’.  

Not only does the wearing of ‘sexy’ lingerie exude sexuality (sometimes unbeknown to the lady in question), wearing sensuous, pretty/ racy underwear can boost a woman’s confidence in her body ten-fold.

The good news is that today’s sexy lingerie is no longer uncomfortable, scratchy and unpractical. Fluid lines, top quality lace and silk and other sensual

materials, and, most important, a style suited for today’s woman (as opposed to yesterday’s stick insect shape) means they are like a second skin  - and a very flattering one at that.

‘Larger’ ladies – and the term is used very loosely as around 40% of the UK population falls in to this outdated category  - are now catered for when it comes ot choosing pretty, fn and racy undies!

Push up bras can make the most of an ample (or tiny) breast whilst lacy boy pants can flatter a round belly and cuddly bottom whilst thongs can show of sexy legs.

Wearing beautiful, sexy underwear cannot help but have a positive mental effect on the wearer – and a more confident, happy person will radiate this and reap the rewards.

The key to make the most of wearing sexy lingerie is to focus on a part of your body that is really great – and we all have at least one, it is just that we tend to focus on the less than great bits – and then dress to really show it off. Even if it is hidden under your suit, or a t shirt and jeans, you know that you are wearing .. and then so will other people!

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LINGERIE TRENDS for 2017

(Left) Y.A.S. Yascelia Bodystocking  (Center) Y.A.S. Yaswing Lace Bodystocking
(Right) For Love & Lemons Alexa Bodysuit

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What’s great regarding underwear is that there’s a component for excellent excellence and purpose dividing this layer starting with primed-to-wear patterns. Really, freshening up your delicate drawer isn’t Dissimilar to cleaning crazy your storeroom.

This is likewise an incredible run through will venture out of your safe place Also extend your gathering. Perhaps you’ve continuously been a neutrals representative and would currently searching should (slowly) dip your toes to bright underwear. On that’s those case, Remenyi’s exhortation is “to start little and expand on the thing that you feel The majority agreeable with” — that implies “pieces that would nonpartisan What's more versant in any case at present have a unforeseen detail,” like color-blocking, or An fabric you haven’t attempted in the recent past. You might also assume around with silhouette: “Maybe attempt a remote bra though you commonly wear bras for wires,” she says. “Or, attempt a bodysuit alternately slip with layer under sheer topsail alternately dresses. Stretching your underwear gathering doesn’t must happen overnight; it ought to further bolstering be a fun, progressing transform that evolves with your own particular style What's more tastes. ”.
Currently that we got those “how” crazy of the way, its chance with deliver those “what”: the greatest patterns our masters need aid seeing for 2016. With lively silhouettes Furthermore innerwear-as-outerwear main developing done popularity, it’s never been additional some good times with make these swaps. Ahead, see (and shop) the standout bits that would set off will be tremendous in the underwear space next quite a while. What may be your top pick underwear pattern 2017?

5 Steps To Perfect Hair

Dark Brown Fall Hair Color

Your hair is your crowning glory. Look after it and it will shine for all the world to see. You don’t always need expensive treatments, or visits to a hair salon to manage your hair professionally. There’s so much you can do yourself.

1. For shiny, healthy hair think first of your body’s intake. Your hair is really just a reflection of what you are inside. A good balanced, nutritious and healthy diet will do more to make your hair shine than any shampoo or conditioner. And drink eight to ten glasses of water a day too; hair is 25% water, so don’t let yours go thirsty!

2. Dry your hair after washing in the ambient temperature of your room after using an absorbent towel to soak up the excess moisture, but don’t rub hard. If possible, don’t use blow-drying, flat irons, curling irons or hot rollers. Artificial heating will leave your hair brittle and damaged in time. Be natural whenever you can.

3. Prevent unnecessary hair damage by using the right kind of hairbrush. Only comb wet hair with a wide-tooth comb, combing from end to root, but avoiding touching the root. Detangling wet hair with a hard steel comb can create a lot of damage, so don’t!

4. Remove trichoptlosis, or split ends, like this: take small sections of your hair and carefully twist them in a gentle downward motion. The split ends will stick out. Using sharp scissors, carefully cut into the twisted section, but not right through, to remove the damaged cuticles and leave a natural layered look. Cut roughly the same amount from each twist to balance the effect.

5. Hair loss can be slowed, or even reversed by applying a few simple tips, though they probably won’t cure an underlying condition. Biotin can help to regenerate hair follicles: blend bananas with honey, yoghurt and low-fat milk, and drink it daily. Supplements such as Vitamin B6, zinc and saw palmetto will help too, but eliminating stress and getting plenty of sleep may work just as well.

We are all obsessed with our hair, whether we are 9 or 90, male or female. Look after yourself first and foremost and your hair will reflect that care and attention. The Biblical Samson’s strength lay in his fine flowing hair. Your hair reflects your strength too.

                                                                                                         

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Evening Wear Shopping Tips

Don’t let shopping for that special evening dress intimidate you! With a little help, you can start early and find the perfect dress for evening out. Here’s how:

Decide on the formality. Is it cocktail or evening attire? Cocktail and evening attire is dressier – think little black dress. Long dresses are reserved for formal black-tie affairs.

The most important feature of your new dress is its style and color. Not every dress works for all body types. Dress to flatter your figure. If you aren’t sure what your best asset is, ask a friend or salesperson.

Once you know the type of dress, now choose a style. Instead of going trendy, select a dress that reflects classic, timeless elegance. Here are some styles to choose from.

Halter Dresses are one of the sexiest formal looks around. Several versions exist including a tie-behind-the-neck look. Straps vary in size, width and fabrics. A halter dress draws attention to the upper half of the body including the face, shoulders and bust line. This is great to draw unwanted attention away from the hips and legs. Skip the necklace and opt for earrings when wearing a halter dress.

Cocktail dresses are the most versatile for special occasions. Most opt for the little black dress which is the most popular look for a cocktail. Today, jewel-tones, bright and rich fabrics do well for a short evening dress. Most cocktail dresses can be easily accessorized with pearls, diamond, gold and silver. If you want to hide wide hips, opt for a dress that is strapless or has cap sleeves.

For simplicity, nothing beats a sheath dress. They are flattering with clean lines to keep the dress from overwhelming your figure. The sheath dress can be dressed up or down as the situation dictates.
The jacket dress provides more coverage without the fuss of a wrap. The matching dress and jacket is perfect for anniversaries and weddings. Not every figure looks best in a one piece dress. For those hard-to-fit bodies, a dressy separate can do the trick. Choose one special piece and mix it with a solid piece for that special occasion.
Off the shoulder dresses instantly shows off lots of skin but not in areas that make you uncomfortable. Accentuate the look with a great necklace piece or brooch.