Fashion Blog

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 04:19:06 GMT

PSP Gets Fashion Forward

The limited edition set includes the pastel-colored PSP a pouch with a beaded pearl strap along with a matching pink cleaning cloth. There is also a 4GB Memory Stick Pro Duo all packaged in a cute pink box.

The "Jill Stuart Sweet Limited Package" becomes available on March 4 for $230. Interested gamers should start looking for a good import site.

Via TechCrunch Posted by: Sarah      Read more     Source

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 04:28:21 GMT

Indo Russian jewelry

I have been collecting jewelry from India for almost 7 years now, way before the style became popular with the mainstream. I bought many of my pieces from LA based designer Suzanne Wilson, who has an incredible eye and travels to India often to find gems to share with her clients in the US. My favorite style is called Indo-Russian, a period inspired by the styles of Russian and Victorian jewels. Old mine cut diamonds are used (not to be confused with Old European cut, old mine cut refer to diamonds from old diamond mines from India) and I prefer the look of old diamonds over new. It"s less shiny and so much more tasteful. You can stack three or more old mine cut diamond bracelets on and it won"t look tacky! Most Indo Russian pieces are cast in 22k gold with the diamonds set in oxydized silver. You can distinguish a well made Indian jewels by the gallery work put in it (intricate metalsmith work on back of the jewelry). Indian jewelry will look just as beautiful from the back as the front, so turn it around to check out the details before you buy! The antique pieces are best but there are also amazing pieces made in India in the last few decades that use the old mine cut diamonds (the diamonds are hundreds of years old, the setting is not).
There is so much Indian jewelry available right now but the best is still Gem Palace in Jaipur (the Cartier of India). I have several pieces from there and wear them with everything from jeans and ball gowns. The versatility of Indo Russian jewels make them great to travel with! Posted by: Ms. Jewel Snob      Read more     Source

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 04:57:07 GMT

Michele Ceramic White vs Cartier Ballon

I have been trying to decide on a new watch for ages. My whim wants a cool white ceramic watch - it just looks so amazing on!! But my conservative practical side says I should hold out for a classic, like the Cartier Ballon I"ve been wanting for years now. Of course, it comes down to the price. Something like the Michele Watches Tahitian Ceramic Diamond Watch is immediately obtainable for $1995. It has 100 diamonds (well, the total weight is only .47 carats) and has a sapphire crystal, which is a must for the way I bang up my watches. It"s also water resistant so I can wear it in the shower. But that"s 2 grand I can save up towards something I will never need to replace. The Cartier Medium Ballon Bleu Steel Watch, with the large face and blue hands and that distinctive Cartier dial. It really doesn"t make sense to get a throw away $2000 watch when my true love is only $2650 more. But then again, plunking down $4650 all at once is a hard thing to do. And that"s why I still have not gotten a new watch, I just can"t justify going either way.

Posted by: Ms. Jewel Snob      Read more     Source

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 22:43:08 GMT

Japanese Cosmetics Focus: Ettusais

(image from www.ettusais.co.jp)

It has been a while since I last added an article to the "Japanese Brand Profile" series, and today I am going to talk about Ettusais.

Ettusais was launched in 1991 and I believe it is still owned by Shiseido. The name of the brand comes from "Et tu sais?" ("And you know?") in French. The brand includes skincare, bodycare, base makeup, and point makeup products. The Ettusais Homme sector features an extensive range of male grooming products.

One area that Ettusais focuses on is the skincare regime for those with acne-prone skin. Quite a few years ago, I purchased a trial set of basic skincare products for acne-prone skin. The set included a gel makeup remover, a face soap, a toner, and a moisturizer, and I later on purchased full-sized products of the makeup remover and the face soap.

(I don"t think I would be able to use the face soap now, since my skin is less acne-prone than how it used to be and I live in a generally cooler and drier climate. Most face soaps would be far too drying for me now.)

Ettusais" current makeup remover designed for acne-prone skin is Medicated Acne Gentle Make Off, which is a cleansing oil. I have been using RMK"s Cleansing Oil for many years, and I am quite interested in seeing how well this one works.

(Medicated Acne Gentle Make Off)

Many of Ettusais" base makeup products are also designed for those with acne-prone skin. Some of the products are claimed to be able to neutralize redness and to make the skin look smoother and more polished.

One item that I have tried is a yellow-toned concealer which is able to neutralize redness. It is applied on redness-prone areas such as the nose and the cheeks. The texture is a little bit too much on the thick side for me, but the coverage is natural and long-lasting. The current version is called Flat Design Color Changer (SPF 12, PA++).

(Flat Design Color Changer)

Ettusais" point makeup range includes basic as well as vibrant colors. The packaging is simple and youthful. You can see Ettusais" spring 2010 collection here.

(Ettusais Eye Colors)

Over the years, Ettusais seems to be doing steadily well. I like the fact that the brand didn"t reach success through glamorous ad campaigns or fancy packaging. Apart from the brand"s clear identity (skincare/makeup items for acne-prone skin), the reasonable pricing may be one of the reasons for the brand"s popularity. (Melty Touch Rouge, new for spring 2010, is priced at 1890 JPY (12.7 GBP/ 20.4 USD).)

(one of Ettusais" retail points in Hong Kong)

According to Ettusais" official website, apart from Japan, Ettusais is available in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, Singapore, and Malaysia. Ettusais" Japanese official website offers on-line ordering but it is only available to customers in Japan.

Other posts in the "Japanese Brand Profile" series:

Mamew

Kanebo Freeplus

Sony Vecua Posted by: PJ      Read more     Source

Sun, 17 Jan 2010 11:08:22 GMT

Jemma Kidd's Crushed Jewel Gel Liner

This week"s guest post is courtesy of Thefind.com

Add some sparkle to your wintertime look with an eyeliner infused with glitter this season. Makeup artist Jemma Kidd"s Crushed Jewel Gel Liner ($20.00 at Drugstore.com ) adds a whimsical look with tiny specks of glimmery shimmer that can be used as over shadow or pigmented liner. You can also wear it alone to dramatize the sophisticated palette of colors including azure, lapis, onyx and topaz. The sparkly liquid liner is made of a clear gel base containing suspended flecks of glitter. Not for only special occasions, this liner makes a fun look for every day. The "80s are back on trend in a major way so why not have some fun with some seriously retro chic glitter liner.

The Crushed Jewel Gel Liner is part of the Jemma Kidd Make Up School collection. Jemma"s goal is to provide a simple, accessible and easy to use products that offer professional results. The award-winning product designer and beauty entrpreneur has simplified make-up to its absolute “core essentials” which allows women on the go to look their best both day and night.

Save on your purchases with Coupon Codes from Drugstore.com from TheFind.com"s new coupon site. Posted by: Palacinka Beauty      Read more     Source

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:31:58 GMT

Does it really tone muscles?

Reebok recently started selling a walking shoe, called Easytone, that is supposed to tone your leg and butt muscles while you walk.

And the buzz machine swung into action. The Easytone shoe has made a huge splash--TV appearances, newspaper and magazine articles, buzz, buzz, buzz.

If the shoe fits, does it really firm up those muscles? Does the Easytone shoe work?

Dan Ariely is James B. Duke Professor of Behavioral Economics at Duke University is skeptical. He points out that the scientific evidence is thin. Reports of Easytone effectiveness may, he speculates, may be due to the placebo effect. (Placebos are inert pills or any item that can"t possibly be of direct medical benefit, but still makes people get better.)

The placebo effect is enormously important in medicine. When a new drug is tested on people and turns out to be effective, a notable number of people in the control group, who received a sham pill rather than the real thing, always get better too.

As it turns out, the placebo effect contributes heavily to the positive effects of exercise too. When people are told (falsely) that a particular activity is good exercise, many of them believe it so strongly that they lose weight and body fat and their blood pressure even goes down. Which has me wondering how I can convince myself that reading in bed, sleeping late, and taking long hot showers will make me thinner. Posted by: Sarah      Read more     Source

Fri, 25 Dec 2009 04:38:54 GMT

Hello Kitty's 35th Anniversary

The camera is available in two versions of pink. The area surrounding the lens is decked out in Swarovski crystals and of course features the face of Kitty and her trademark bow. Spec-wise, this is a a solid camera. It has 12.1 megapixels and 3x optical zoom. There"s also intelligent Auto Focus that can detect any subject and automatically adjust exposure and focus. In addition, the Dynamic Photo function has been tweaked making it both easier and faster to create animated greeting cards or any other digital creations.

Unfortunately, this camera is a Korea exclusive, so you"ll have to find an import site. But that shouldn"t be too big of a hurdle for Hello Kitty fans.The price tag, however, might be a little much to swallow. Expect to pay $500 to satisfy your Hello Kitty lust.

Via Aving.net Posted by: Sarah      Read more     Source

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 09:47:02 GMT

Alexander Wang Diego Suede Studded Bucket

I felt this bag was appropriate for the week since it appears Alexander Wang was inspired by Native American suede pouches when he designed the Diego bucket bag.  Granted, there are a few more studs than the Natives preferred but can"t you just picture Chief Powhatan with this?  It"s not entirely tragic, just a bit boring from what I"d come to expect from the bad boy designer.  I am also not a bucket bag girl, things get lost in its deep abyss and it"s awkward to carry on the shoulder or arm.  The bucket tote silhouette was originally invented by LV (the Noe bag) to hold 4 bottles of champagne-- now if Alexander Wang will throw in 4 bottles of Cristal Rose in there, I might reconsider this.   Alexander Wang Diego suede studded bucket bag $795  Continue reading Alexander Wang Diego Suede Studded Bucket. Posted by: Tina      Read more     Source

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 01:29:29 GMT

$10,000 Sephora Shopping Spree!

This is one sweepstakes that every beauty lover HAS to enter!

Totalbeauty.com is offering you a chance to win a $10,000 shopping spree.

How to Enter to Win
You can enter for a chance to win* a $10,000 shopping spree at Sephora by doing the following:

Write a Beauty Product Review: You get up to five entries per day, one for each review you write. Go browse for a product to review.Sweepstakes ends: December 31, 2009 at 8:00 p.m ET

For the complete list of rules and more information on how to enter the sweepstakes, please visit Totalbeauty.com

Good Luck! - RLB Posted by: Palacinka Beauty      Read more     Source

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:54:29 GMT

Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess

"The simple yet striking Bronze Goddess logo on the bottle is meant to evoke thoughts of sun rays, beaches, radiating warmth and luxuriating. This Eau Fraiche Skinscent is a very well done interpretation of the essence of jet setting to exotic tropical locals (even if you never have) and the joys of summer life (which everyone has experienced).

It started out beautifully on my skin. I got a lot of the Coconut Oil and Mandarin notes first. Then it moved on to the Gardenia and Jasmine, but with a little bit of a "peppery" element which provided a drier, streamlined component, (the Myrrh for me). The dry down is also beautiful - a extremely well balanced (sweet, but not too sweet) Caramel/Coconut Cream/Sandalwood which still remained light and fluttery on my skin. It had good staying power as well.

For those of you who really enjoy fruity-florals but want something a bit more complex with a distinct character, this is the perfect scent. I could see wearing this on any tropical vacation and certainly could be a signature summer scent as well. I also loved spraying a bit on when I came home for a nice pick me up before evening events.

Bronze Goddess Eau Fraiche Skinscent is more sensuous than sexy, with a floral nature that is perfectly complimented by sweetness and freshness. Almost every time I wore it I got compliments from friends (and total strangers!).

Of course, what truly makes this a keeper is the fact that my husband LOVES this scent on me! :)"
- RLB Posted by: Palacinka Beauty      Read more     Source

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:03:33 GMT

LoJack for Your Lingerie

Designed by Lucia Lorio, the sexy outfit is comprised of a lace bodice, bikini-cut panties, and a huge pacemaker-like contraption included on the bodice. The purpose of the lingerie is to make the wearer feel safe. (Um, huh?) The GPS has a login and password for the wearer"s partner so they can track the object of their desires every move on the internet.

I guess I get it. It can be sexy to have that always being watched feeling....not! Personally this is a little too close to cyberstalking for my taste. Even though the woman has the choice to turn the GPS on and off as she please, I still can hear the delighted sighs of jealous partners everywhere.

Amazingly the sexy tracking device has been selling in Sao Paulo, Brazil for $1200. The more advanced GPS model costs $1650. No word if this little get-up will make it to the states, but I hope not.

Via Gizmodo, GizmoWatch Posted by: Sarah      Read more     Source

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 06:34:09 GMT

Too Faced Lashlight Mascara

I admit that it was the lights that got me.

I"ve never tried a Too Faced mascara before, but it seemed like this new tech/beauty hybrid was a great product to start with. The mascara cap includes two small but bright "spotlights" which autmatically turn on which you twist open the top. They allow you to apply the mascara in any location - even the dark, and still be able to see each and every lash.

It"s true this a great technology/beauty innovation - but it"s not just a gimmick. The actual mascara formula was very impressive. The mascara is very black, thick and silky. I loved the way it applied on my lashes with no clumping. It gave me great length and a LOT of volume (it"s more of a thickening formula than lengthening in my opinion).

Even with several coats I got no clumping, and during the day there was no flaking or smudging. My lashes didn"t feel hard or stiff, which is another plus in my book (it"s such big pet peeve of mine!).

Too Faced has really created an item worth the "buzz" - and it"s also a perfect Holiday stocking stuffer for the beauty lover in your life!- RLB Posted by: Palacinka Beauty      Read more     Source

November 10, 2009, 10:09 PM CT

What to Do If You Can't Get Any SEO Traffic to Your Site

Although you have worked out numerous SEO strategies, you still might not manage to direct any Search Engine Optimization traffic to your website. In such cases, the remedy is embedding the right SEO techniques to your website.

Search Engine Optimization Strategies For Different Types Of Websites

SEO methods differ, Let us run through some useful tips:

• If you own a ecommerce website, make sure that you add friendly reminders in your thank you emails to link to your website. When naming products and product categories, do sufficient key phrase research.
• If you have a content website, motivate your writers with analytics. Your content writers should get excited about generating more SEO traffic or page views. The most important search engine ranking factors are the use of keywords in the page title, the search engine's trust, number of links to a page, keywords in page header tags, and keywords in the web address or the URL.
• You should engage within the local community. Although this may not look like a Search Engine Optimization advice, you can get lot of links from local directories, radio stations and newspapers. If you have a presence in shopping centers or business parks, you can get links from websites of other businesses in the area.
• If you have user groups in your site, design your systems so that data inputs from your users go into structuring your site in SEO friendly manner. Calls to actions such as 'recommended tags' can help your Search engine optimization strategy.
• Make sure that your PR agency is getting links for you. You should educate them about the crucial nature of getting links. Also follow up on places where your company or products are mentioned, but without links.
• If you are doing CRO (Conversion Rate Optimization) or PPC, make sure that your PPC and CRO teams meet regularly for discussions. Your PPC team must know the type of headlines that work, the phrases people use and the key phrases that have to be converted. You will get increased Click Through Rate (CTR) once your flow-in this information towards your on-site optimization strategy.

Once you have all Search Engine Optimizations in place, you should always try to learn and understand about evolving strategies. You should also have enough information about your competitors in search engine rankings and in the industry for your business success to ensure you remain ahead in future.


Posted by: Trista      Read more         Source

September 30, 2009, 6:41 AM CT

The product you are looking is sold out

An empty store shelf tempts shoppers to buy the next best thing, as per a newly released study from the University of Alberta.

"Sold-out products create a sense of immediacy for customers; they feel that if one product is gone, the next item could also sell out," said Paul Messinger, a professor at the U of A's School of Business who studied the sale of numerous items including ski passes and wine.

"Our research shows there's also an information cascade, where people infer that if a product is sold out, it must have been good and therefore a similar available product will also be desirable," he said.

The study, published this month in the Journal of Retailing, found 61 per cent of shoppers would buy a particular five-hour ski pass for $20, but that figure rose to 91 per cent when they thought a 10-hour ski pass for the same mountain slope for $40 had sold out.

A similar study of merlot wines found 49 per cent of consumers would buy a bottle if they had one choice, but when they thought a similar wine had sold out next to it on the shelf, nearly twice the number of shoppers would take home the available bottle.

"The use of sold-out signs creates a sense of urgency," said Messinger. The annual phenomenon of a hot toy selling out at Christmas can also be attributed to the information cascade theory, he said......... Posted by: Trista      Read more         Source

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 04:17:29 GMT

Goyard Clutch

I am not a big Goyard fan so this is a real statement here - I am in love with this clutch! What is amazing about Goyard is their history of making steam trunks, so how cool is it that this boxy clutch with wood trim is reminiscent of that! The white is the only way to go with this, it also comes in black (blah) and powder pink (pukey). The thing though is, white is way more expensive that black. Black and red is their most produced colors and every other color comes at a premium, this clutch is $2015 in white and $1580 in black. At $1580 I am almost there but at $2015 it had to go back on the shelf. I was having fun thinking of the great colors I can do with their custom striping, like raspberry and orange or even turquoise and pink! Something really bright that will pop! And instead of the stripe going down the middle, I would do it off to the side (or I should say would have). Of course Goyard has nothing online so you will need to call Barney, 310-276-4400 ext 5593, ask for Mirjam. Posted by: Kerri      Read more     Source

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 02:44:58 GMT

Giorgio Armani's Crema Nera

Jewelery lovers and those who use dice as a gambling medium will be familiar with the black obsidian stone. 

Black obsidians are known for their sleek, shiny appearance and now serve as inspiration to Giorgio Armani’slastest skincare offering, Crema Nera OMC³.

In search of its powerful vital energy, researchers studied the composition of obsidian and created the Obsidian Mineral Complex, a patented blend of four minerals - Iron, Silicon, Sodium and Potassium - naturally present in obsidian. When combined, these three ingredients form a powerful dermal restructuring system - a new-generation anti-aging technology to restore the very substance of the skin.

Sounds good to me!  Camilla Belle, Sophia Bush, Michelle Tractenberg, and America Ferrera are reportedly fans of the line. 

Crema Nera OMC³ has a suggested retail price of $185 so I’ll have to see lots of good things about this to bite.  Available September 2009. Posted by: Samantha      Read more     Source

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 16:05:39 GMT

DIY Josie Maran Argan Mist

A sweet little recipe to refill your spritzer or atomizer courtesy of Josie Maran, true “luxury with a conscience”.   Argan Oil is precious, and expensive making this a great way to s-t-r-e-t-c-h it out.

If you don’t have the fresh ingredients you can always buy the essence or oil from your local health food store. Easy and useful project. Posted by: Samantha      Read more     Source

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 10:49:31 GMT

Sue Devitt for NYC Fashion's Night Out

Our friends at Sue Devitt Beauty have just let us know they will be celebrating at Fashion"s Night Out and kicking off NYC Mercedes Benz Fashion Week!

Sue Devitt herself will join Vogue editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour, and New York City mayor, Michael Bloomberg, in the kick off to Fashion Week. Manhattan’s most sought after shopping locations will keep their doors open late for consumers to indulge. Sue and her team are encouraging New Yorkers to get glam with exclusive Fashion Week offers.

Sue Devitt is one of my favorite makeup artists and cosmetic lines, and if you"re as big a fan of her and her products as I am you will want to attend this event on September 10th. In addition to Sue making a personal appearance at the Barney"s, the brand will also be giving away beautiful makeup goodies (see below for details). - RLB

Event Details:

Where:Barneys New York
Cosmetics Department
660 Madison Avenue
212.833.2680
Date: Thursday, September 10, 2009

Personal Appearance by Sue: 7 – 9 p.m.

The first 50 people to visit the Sue Devitt Beauty counter will receive best-selling Eye Intensifier Pencil in Laos, a universally flattering brown pearl shade ($22 value).
Notorious for arriving fashionably late? Not to worry! All shoppers will receive the E-Z Eye Roller Ball Eye Shadow in Nara, a golden bronze ($18 value) with any Sue Devitt Beauty purchase.

While supplies last.

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Posted by: Palacinka Beauty      Read more     Source

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:07:51 GMT

Giovanni Biodegradable Organic Towelettes

By now, most you who read this blog regularly know that I love wipes - cleansing, exfoliating, sun screen - you name it. I love the convenience, the fact that they take up no space and they are getting more and more sophisticated each year in their skin care benefits.

Giovanni Biodegradable Organic Wipes offer three things that are fantastic to have in one product - they sanitize, moisturize and cleanse with a fresh sprinkling of uplifting scent to boot!

The wipes come in a pouch of 20 wipes and each wipe is folded in a small neat square in a rice paper pouch (shown, above) which is about 2.5"in x 2.5 "in. To use, I simply unfolded the sheet, which was damp, but not dripping wet.

My favorite scent was the Grapefruit Splash - it was really crisp, authentic and refreshing! I loved that they cleaned without stripping my skin of moisture, are organic and help the environment by also being 100% biodegradable!

These wipes are perfect for throwing into any bag (day/gym/travel) when you need to cool off, clean or just want a little jolt of scent, for example, after a long day at the office or a long flight. - RLB

Two other nice scents available in a pack are:
Lavender Calm
Peppermint Surge
Posted by: Palacinka Beauty      Read more     Source

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 05:20:55 GMT

Daily Outfit

I told you to buy an equestrian hat & where would we be if I didn’t lead by example?!

Equestrian hat from ModCloth
Heart necklace by Tarina Tarantino
Grey tank from Forever 21
Black hooded wrap from Forever 21
Pink skirt also from Forever 21
& you know what, I think the belt is from there too…
Generic black stockings
Ankle boots from Strawberry (!)
Silver bangle assortment mostly from Forever 21 as well
“The Fabulous Purse“ from ModCloth
Bag candy by Tarina Tarantino (of course…)

I wore this outfit to go & have a hair consultation (long hair to come on the 6th of August, YES!), browse some stores, buy some books & eat a damn good salad. On my way home I got caught in the rain — hence the speckles on the hat! It did keep my face dry, though!

How immensely rad are my new things?! This bag is vegan (holla! & yes I appreciate how bizarre that is given I am posing beneath a huge SKULL), & I LOVE IT. It’s a great size & I love carrying it on my forearm, it makes me feel very Victoria Beckham! (It can be folded & worn on the shoulder with the chains but carrying it on my forearm is a total novelty to me right now.) I love the style, too — it is like a less obvious design by Thomas Wylde (lots of chains, skulls, heavy leather, etc.) The necklace is probably the least subtle thing I own, & I have wanted one forever. & the bag candy just makes me happy — it makes my bag less rock chic & more… um… sparkly. (Deep, I know.)

Shoe & bangle detail! Posted by: Gala      Read more     Source

August 26, 2009, 8:38 PM CT

No More Dull Curly Hair with Scared Locks

Louise Galvin has made life easier for the people with thick or curly hair world wide. If you can't manage your thick or curly hair then Scared Locks has the solution for your everyday problem. Louise Galvin is the future of your hair care. She has created the nature hair care products which are good for every individual and the environment.

The Carbon Neutral Company owned by her has come up with the Curly Hair Collection for thick, dry and curly hair. Seaside Plum oil is infused to lock the moisture, make the hair smooth and redefine the curls. It has the property to soften your frizzy hair without damaging it. This nature hair care is extremely suitable for afro hair.

There are a number of products like shampoo for thick or curly hair, Conditioner for thick and curly hair and Intensive treatment Masque for thick and curly hair. The shampoo makes your hair smooth, soft and adds beauty to your curls. You can have smooth curls from a bottle of 300ml at £22.00 only.

The Shampoo reduces the fading of the hair color, adds shine and helps you to manage your hair well. With the usage of this natural care hair shampoo, you can have healthy scalp as it is rich in Vitamins B5. It also contains Coy and Soy vegetables which improve the conditions of your curls. ........ Posted by: Trista      Read more         Source

August 6, 2009, 10:59 PM CT

Body Jewellery: An Expression of Your Individuality

Wearing body jewellery in some form or other is a practice that is centuries old. It is still popular among people these days, especially youngsters. Many of the present day youngsters are adventurous and love to have piercings on their nose, belly button, tongue, lips, eyebrow and other body parts. Among all other types of piercing, nose and ear piercings are the oldest. Almost every girl has ear piercing done, and many even get their noses pierced. Body jewellery and piercing are not merely fashion statements; they are also expressions on one's personality. In some cultures body jewellery represents religious values as well.

The trend of wearing body jewellery is becoming more and more popular these days. Lip piercing is one of the common forms. Jewellery for lips may include circular barbells, smooth segment rings, labret studs, ball closure rings, bar closure rings and body spirals. You can also get personalized body jewellery for lips, especially in the forms of studs. They sit inside your piercing, and the ball which is fixed onto the front of your lip piercing, can only be seen. Youngsters also love navel piercing, as a variety of dazzling body jewellery items are available for the belly button. Some of these items include white gold barbells, gold ball closure rings and gold navel banana bells......... Posted by: Trista      Read more         Source

August 3, 2009, 9:34 PM CT

A girl must wear designer!

In spite of the substantial price tags attached, designer wear is always popular among the female populous. Men are none to indulge themselves on the odd shopping spree here and there, but designer shoes are much more a girl thing. But why is this? What makes women want.no.NEED a pair of totally unpractical skyscraper Louboutin heels, a pair of body hugging J Brand Jeans or that delicate must-have (one in every colour) quilted channel bag?

For a number of a lot of women, designer labels generate instant desire. We live in a society where a high price tag is seen as synonymous with style and quality. It is a common conception that if it is expensive, then it must be good. Perhaps a greater factor is that in this era of frequent exposure to celebrity style through magazines and the internet, women are bombarded with images of actresses, models and socialites wearing the latest pair of Jimmy Choos, Fendiclutch or uber skinny Diesel Jeans. These images lead to an inspirational desire to own what the celebrities own. No longer is it enough to imitate the style of the stars, but women want to own the exact same items.

Of course, this is in a way quite understandable. We may live in a throwaway consumer drive era, where the pressure to have the latest shoes, car and clothes is monumental. Nevertheless, there is still pleasure to be had in owning a pair of designer shoes. The workmanship that goes into a lot of the high end fashion brands is of far greater quality than with a high street stores that price their garments at a fraction of the price. It may seem ridiculous to spend hundreds of pounds on a single pair of shoes, but for the new owner of a beautiful pair of Gina heels hoping to add that little something extra to an outfit, would beg to differ. Granted the must-have items of the moment come and go, for example this year has seen women all over go crazy for the shoe-boot styles with cut-out heels, backs or toes or the new twist peep-toe design. What's more, it will be a long while before we forget the Jimmy Choo fringed sandals that captured a number of a fashionistas, or the gladiator sandals we have seen everywhere, on every woman in any weather condition, for better or for worst. Thanks to the imagination of designers around the world, 21st Century designer wear is far from dull......... Posted by: Trista      Read more         Source