Fall is on its way and maybe it’s the radical weather or the worries about the economy that helped shape this season collections of the most inspiring character and function we’ve seen for fall in years. One thing is for sure it’s all about shape and color.

From bright red coats at Marc Jacobs to monster green accessories at Prada the designers have shown that black is no longer the end all be all for fall dressing. One of the most influential designers in fashion Nicolas Ghesquiere, showed a mirage of bright color splashed onto flowing dresses and also great multicolored structured jackets.

It was a great departure from his usual ode to Mr. Balenciaga and his history of elegance, Nicolas really gave us his point of view for was dubbed the “Balenciaga gang” by one of his models . It was his shapes that always seems to make the best statement; my favorite was a fitted jacket with black pants and shoes. His reference was a college campus and with that, models came down the runway wearing great jackets in blue and white with tan pants which in retrospect is good look for any season.

Balenciaga

Marc Jacobs is always new and fresh but this season he did a collection that had a very different underling message “In a way making fun of fashion” he put it in a style.com interview in this grand space models stood as mannequins before heading down the catwalk. The collection was filled with great shapes from the coats to the sequined jumpsuits Marc made his statement well about fashion and all its aspects. Marc for Louis Vuittion did not disappoint either with probably his one of his best collections for his 10thanniversary at LV.

Marc Jacobs

John Galliano for Dior gave us pure glamour of the 40s with his fall collection. The colors were nothing less than spectacular; shades of pink, green and purple only enhanced the wonderful detail that was inspired from his last Haute Couture show.

John Galliano for Dior

The queen of unusual Miuccia Prada once again did it her way. It was loosely inspired by a woman who is an outsider in the 1950s. I guess if I was a woman I would try at least to wear one or her brightly colored coats or strut down the street with one of her furry bags but that’s just because fashion is my obsession.

In reality Prada pushed the envelope for what a fall collection is, sure there was black and grey but who remembered that after you saw her green faded suit? For those who are more traditional and believe black is meant for fall than Yves Saint Laurent is your best bet.

Agatha Ruiz - Prada Fall 2009 - Would you EVER wear this?

Stefano Pilati says “who wears color especially for fall” and he gave us reason for not doing so. His collection was filled with grey, black and some white but it was his shapes that made it one of the best collections for fall. The tailoring was great, from the suits to the dresses, the clothes gave off this feeling of confidence and sex.

So you might want to think again if you were planning on getting out those black trenches and boots, fall has become the time to grow and the best way to do so just might be with color and new shapes, even in moderation you’ll still look fresh and fashionable.

Nicolas-Ghesquiere Designs

Nicolas-Ghesquiere Designs

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Lindsay Lohan is wanted for questioning in connection with a jewel heist — and an expensive one at that.

Scotland Yard is investigating the disappearance of around $500,000 worth of jewels (a pair of diamond earrings and a diamond necklace) that went missing after an Elle magazine shoot.  We’ll give you just ONE guess who was front and center for the shoot? Our freckle-faced friend, Lindsay Lohan.  Though we don’t believe she would actually intent to steal the jewels, she may have thought it would be “OK” to just wear them out for a few nights.

Scotland Yard wants to question Little Lohan, but they’re quick to add that others are being investigated as well.

Lohan’s rep released this statement: “No one has contacted us yet, but Lindsay is happy to cooperate. She wants them to find the missing items.”

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Everybody in this world wants to be fashionable. To sport a trendy and stylish look is a dream of youngsters as well as elders. Various designed clothes that we put on create a lasting impression in the minds of people. Apart from style and look, those stuffs must provide comfort to our bodies. Earlier, men’s underwear was not in the priority list for fashion. But, lately males have started giving more importance to the look and feel of their undergarments. To tap this growing popularity for trendy underwear, manufacturers are offering a variety of products to satisfy the needs of their customers.

The shopping website like 1underwearstore.com sells various male undergarments at a low price with free shipping. It men’s underwear Calvin Klein underwear, Boxer Briefs, sexy mens underwear, Thongs, Trunks and host of other things. The site has a special collection of Calvin Klein undergarments. Since its inception, Calvin Klein Underwear has been recognized worldwide for its innovative product, sexy style, packaging and landmark advertising. Whatever design you prefer to possess, you will find everything at its online store. Calvin Klein products like 365 Color Trunk, 365 Fashion Trunk, Button Fly Boxer Brief, Pro Stretch Boxer Brief and Trunk are sold at a price as low as $12.13 per unit. For some specific products, you don’t need to pay anything. All the products that are on offer are made up of finest and softest of fabrics to ensure your greatest comfort level. The Boxers and Trunk’s clothing will let you enjoy comfort without compromising on the look you want. Constructed of soft and lightweight cotton stretch fabrics, Calvin Klein 365 provides body defining tops and low-rise bottoms.

Many online stores, that just deal in underwear, focus on delivering high quality products in a hassle free manner. They are all tied up with some of the leading shipping service providers like FedEx, UPS and TNT. Most sites will allow you to place your order at any point of time and make payments through all types of credit cards and PayPal. Usually, the products will reach you within 48 hours after receiving your payment. The 100% customer satisfaction is what they all always strive to achieve and and most will not settled for anything less than that.

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The Harley-Davidson line of baby and children’s clothing includes items ranging from newborn booties to motorcycle jackets, and clothing for virtually any occasion. Available accessories in

clude items such as head wraps, lunch totes, wallets, backpacks, and diaper bags.  What sets these products apart, aside from the licensed brand name, is their quality and attention to detail. Many clothing items are 100% cotton or soft velour and offer a comfortable fit. Common detail elements include embroidered or woven patches featuring the Harley Bar and Shield logo or other Harley designs. Many of the newborn and infants outfits also come complete with a headband (for girl’s), hat, or doo rag cap.

The Harley-Davidson line of toys, furniture, and décor accessories includes items such as rockers, toy storage boxes, stools, and growth charts. Many parents these days are searching for unique products that break away from the common animal and flower themes so prevalent in baby décor. These Harley products offer parents that alternative. Unfortunately, Harley-Davidson crib bedding is not available as a licensed product, although it has been a common request received at our store (www.TinyTreasuresBaby.com). New products are available each season, so we are keeping our fingers crossed for this one to appear.

These products are not just for the motorcycle or Harley enthusiast. People who have perhaps a mild interest in motorsports or the Harley brand are discovering the quality and style of these products. Many of the customers on our site purchase Harley newborn clothing gift boxes as baby shower gifts for their friends who have some interest in or tie to the motorcycle community.

Although the Harley-Davidson brand is becoming more and more popular, the baby and children’s products are not necessarily easy to find. The Harley dealerships tend to carry a limited selection of these products, and many people do not live near enough to a dealership for convenient shopping. Those who have shopped at dealerships know their price tags can also be somewhat of a deterrent. Considering the cost of fuel these days, and our all-too-often over booked schedules, many people are opting to shop online. Very few web retail stores carry the licensed Harley line. Websites carrying specifically the baby and children’s clothing and accessories products are especially limited. We carry an extensive selection on our site at www.TinyTreasuresBaby.com, and we strive to offer them at very competitive and reasonable prices. Another site with good selections is www.BikersDen.com.

The Harley-Davidson baby and children’s clothing and accessories line is updated seasonally (spring/summer and fall/winter), so customers should check for brand new items, and updates on old favorites, especially in early spring and early fall. We at www.TinyTreasuresBaby.com have noticed that certain items are continuously in high demand – the Newborn Denim Bar and Shield Gift Set, motorcycle and denim jackets, the Spare Parts Gift Set, diaper bags, and newborn booties, just to name a few.

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Each spring, Americans strive to find the perfect Mother’s Day gift to celebrate the person who nurtures them and makes life more beautiful. Showing your love and appreciation may come in the form of a family brunch or a relaxing spa treatment, but what personalized gift would she cherish all year long?

Here’s a hint. “On our Web site, we asked Shop Etc. readers which type of beauty product, from fragrance to skin care to manicure and hair tools, she’d most like to receive for Mother’s Day, and perfume topped the list,” says Amy Keller, Beauty Director, Shop Etc. “Plus, choosing a scent that you know will ‘fit’ your mom shows her how much you cherish her.”

Fragrance preferences are intensely personal and selecting the best one can present a daunting task. According to Karyn Khoury, Senior Vice President for Corporate Fragrance Development Worldwide of the Estée Lauder Corporations, giving someone a fragrance she will truly love is not as difficult as it may seem. “Taking into account your mother’s personality, her style, her favorite foods and flowers, can give you a pretty accurate picture of what fragrance she’ll want to wear over and over again,” she said.

Which best describes your mother:

The Sophisticate

Her elegant sense of style has always been inspiring. If exotic food and excursions to European cities are high on her list of must-haves, consider presenting your mom with a sensual scent that signifies refined glamour. Youth Dew Amber Nude Eau de Parfum by Estée Lauder blends intoxicating flowers including gentian flowers and radiant magnolia, ylang ylang, jasmine, black rose, plus a special sensual skin accord with spicy accents of ginger and fresh tea. The lasting impression is deep and sexy yet never comes on too strong thanks to a combination of amber balms, vetiver, sandalwood, patchouli heart and dark chocolate.

Romantically Inclined

Everything she touches somehow seems more beautiful. A graceful enchanting floral should suit her personality. Beautiful by Estée Lauder is a lovely, intensely feminine bouquet of vibrant roses, lilies, tuberose, marigold, jasmine, ylang ylang and carnation that creates a flirty twist thanks to fresh mandarin and bright fruity notes. A warm background of sandalwood, moss, amber and vetiver will linger on her skin.

Simple Modernity

For the woman whose sense of style expresses her individuality and incredibly good taste, an airy modern floral fragrance with a hint of femininity and playfulness is destined to become her signature scent. Pure White Linen by Estée Lauder exudes a feeling of sunlit freshness thanks to its infusion of incandescent grapefruit and mandarin notes that mingle with crisp fruits such as pear and Granny Smith apple and velvety florals. Since her classic inclinations don’t mean that she is completely predictable, Pure White Linen finishes with an alluring and mysterious dry down that is comprised of white heliotrope, seductive cedarwood and patchouli.

“The beauty of fragrance is that women can express different moods and the different sides of themselves,” says Rochelle Bloom, President of The Fragrance Foundation. “And who knows, by buying her a new scent, you may help her to channel an aspect of her personality even she never knew existed.”

The luminous actress Gwyneth Paltrow is an example of a young mother who would appreciate a special scent.

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Are dress codes important?

It’s a very interesting question. If you sit to discuss about dress codes you might end up in a debate. Creating a dress code for a workplace can be a tricky thing. Fashion is the word of the day and in such an atmosphere dress codes can certainly be a helping hand.

Why are dress codes implemented?

It’s very important to maintain dress codes in an office. Young boys and girls often dress shabbily without bothering what the world has to say. A compulsory dress code can keep them under control and maintain a decent image in public.

If no dress codes are maintained in a workplace then anyone will wear anything of his/her choice. This will distract other employees and have a severe impact on their performance. If a colleague proves to be a distraction the other employees will have a hard time concentrating on their work. Dress codes have to be reasonable depending on the type of work.

Dress Codes for employees

It’s very important that employees sign in neat for work. They might opt for casual or formal business attire, but this is something that will vary greatly from setting to setting.

Some things that are completely against dress codes are:

1. Clothing which has an abusive and foul language
2. Tank tops, muscle shirts or halter tops
3. Wearing torn jeans and tops
4. Hats or caps
5. Wearing sweaty pants or sweat suits

What things should employers keep in mind at the time of deciding a dress code?

Dress codes have to be reasonable depending on the type of work. At the time of developing a dress ode the employer should ensure that they are:

1. Job related
2. Not treating one sex less favorably than the other
3. Not treating one race less favorably than the other

It’s very important that the employer communicates these dress codes to the employees, for them to follow.

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Spring is just around the corner, which means it’s the season for children’s formal wear. Weddings call for flower girl dresses and boy’s tuxedos, as well as for First Communion dresses and boy’s suits. What’s in this season? Read on to find out!

Flower Girl Dresses

When it comes to flower girl dresses, you have several options that will bring smiles to the faces of your attendees, and make your flower girls feel like little princesses. A sleeveless satin bodice with a satin skirt and organza overlay is a simple but stunning combination. Scattered colored stones with a matching band at the waistband coordinates well with the attire of others in the bridal party. Depending on the age of the flower girl, choose either tea length or floor length.

For a feminine yet upscale look, choose a flower girl dress that is tiered in the back. A full peau satin skirt with one tier in front and three tiers in back, accented with a large bow with tails and fabric roses, will make the day special for both the flower girl and the bride.

If you’re budget conscious, don’t overlook some of the discount flower girl dresses that are available online. Just as beautiful as the pricier flower girl dresses, you can find satin and organza dresses, as well as tiered dresses, for between $35 and $80.

Communion Dresses

Every little girl will remember her First Communion for the rest of her life, so Communion dresses are an important part of the ritual. An organza scalloped princess style gown with coordinating veil will make her feel special, as will the simple lines of a satin Communion dress with lace and a removable bolero jacket.

Boy’s Suits

This season, there are many choices for boy’s suits. Whether it’s his First Communion or whether he’s attending in a family wedding, he’ll be thrilled to wear a traditional five-piece suit. Double-breasted jackets are back in style, and come in white for the perfect First Communion outfit. For a more formal occasion, a boy’s tuxedo – with or without tails – is always appropriate.

Christening Dresses

When it comes to girls’ christening dresses there are many choices. An all-white batiste dress with smocking on a bodice dotted with white pearls, along with matching bloomers, is adorable. For more traditional christening dresses you can choose a length of up to 32 inches with intricate embroidery and a matching bonnet. Keep in mind that a christening dress is something that can be handed down for generations, so choosing a timeless style may be in order.

Christening Outfits for Boys

For boys, christening outfits are usually five-piece sets that consist of a shirt, pants, bowtie, vest, and hat. The typical pant length is either shorts or knickers. Some sets feature brocade, while others have satin trim.

How to Buy

With the Internet, a wide variety of children’s formal wear is available at the click of a mouse. Plus, you’re more likely to find discount flower girl dresses and bargains in children’s formal wear at an online store. When ordering online, look for a company that not only offers flower girl dresses, boy’s tuxedos, Communion dresses, and christening dresses, but that also asks you for the date of the event. Before ordering, check out the sizing charts, and don’t hesitate to ask questions. Then, on the big day, make sure that your little ones enjoy themselves, and feel as special as they look!

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One of the most versatile dresses that were ever designed for wear on special occasions is the cocktail dress.  While the events for which cocktail dresses are worn are usually late afternoon or early evening affairs that are too casual to be called black-tie events, many cocktail dresses can now be worn elsewhere, depending on the cut and the material of the dress and the accessories worn with it.
To wear a cocktail dress to a more formal event, all you need to do is to accessorize accordingly, perhaps wear more flashy pieces of jewelry and heavier makeup.  If you need to wear something dressy to the office for any reason other than the usual skirt or pantsuit, you can wear a cocktail dress that is not too flashy and just throw on a blazer and slip into sensible office shoes.  Many current styles of cocktail dresses are no longer limited to being party wear anymore.

Choosing what style of cocktail dress to wear, however, can be very tricky for most women.  After all, only a few women could claim to have truly perfect bodies, and most women who do not fall into the supermodel category prefer to hide the flaws of their figures.  Wearing a one-piece dress such as a cocktail dress can easily reveal those flaws if the dress does not fit the wearer’s body type.

In picking out the right cocktail dress to wear, a woman should always consider her body type – whether she is top-heavy or bottom-heavy – and find something that will balance out her figure.  If she is bottom-heavy, her aim should be to draw attention to the upper part of her body and to her face.  If she is top-heavy, she has the option either to emphasize her cleavage or to wear something that will pull the eyes to her legs.

What kind of cocktail dress would suit a woman with a bottom-heavy figure?   As said above, a woman with a bottom-heavy figure would want to hide the thickness around her hips and thighs.  A good cocktail dress for her to wear would be a dress that fits closely around the waist but without the seams pushed out by extra padding around the abdomen and has a skirt that flares out around the hips and thighs.  A cocktail dress with a full skirt would be perfect for a woman with a bottom-heavy figure because it will definitely hide whatever flabbiness and bulges that she wishes not to be seen around her lower body.

Another option available for a woman with a bottom-heavy figure is a cocktail dress that sports an empire-style waistline.  A cocktail dress with an empire-style waistline has the waist placed higher, thereby pulling the eyes towards the shoulders, the neck and the face.  It also drapes and skims over the lower body.  The only risk with wearing an empire-style cocktail dress, however, is that the empire-style cut is often used on maternity dresses, and so a woman wearing such a dress may be mistaken to be pregnant.

And yet another choice open for a woman with a bottom-heavy figure is a cocktail dress that is either sleeveless or strapless, also with a flaring skirt.  Again, baring the arms and the shoulders is effective in drawing attention away from the hips.

As for women with top-heavy figures, she could either emphasize her cleavage or her legs, as mentioned above.  If she wants to put focus on her legs rather than her cleavage, she can wear a cocktail dress with a solid-colored top paired with a patterned skirt.  She can hike the hem of her skirt up to make it shorter and really draw the eyes to her legs.

If she wants to attract attention to her ample cleavage rather than her legs, she can cover up her legs in a long-skirted cocktail dress but reveal a little skin on her upper body with a low V-neck or plunging neckline.  In fact, she can draw the eyes to both her top and her legs by wearing a short cocktail dress with a low neckline if she wants to.  What she should not do is to wear a cocktail dress with an overly busy top because it will make her upper body appear larger and skew the balance of her figure.

Accessories also help to keep the illusion of balance on a woman’s figure aside from wearing the right kind of cocktail dress.  Bottom-heavy women can wear flashy earrings, necklaces or chokers, while top-heavy women can forego the necklace and opt for a bracelet instead.  However, she should buy her cocktail dress first before figuring out what accessories, bag and shoes to wear.

Cocktail dresses are versatile dresses that can be worn on any occasion that requires some degree of formality without being a full black-tie event.  A woman should be able to choose the right cocktail dress that can really flatter her body type.

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Do you have knowledge of the right dressing sense? Most of us like to wear fashionable clothes. We least bother whether it goes on with our body type or not. All of us need to have some knowledge as far as dressing is concerned.

Here are some clothing tips for men that can help them to decide a perfect wear for their different body type.

Short Waist Men

Short waist men should avoid wearing jeans and pants as much as they can. Avoid wearing short lengthy tank tops as they tend to highlight your short waist. A combination of pink shirt and black trouser will not go with your body type as it would interfere with the vertical flow. It would always be advisable to keep an inch higher on waist while stitching your pants.

Long Waist Men

Long Waits men need to do things the other way round when compared to short waist men. You should wear jeans as much as you can. You can wear contrasting color T-shirts and a double breast jacket to prevent people’s eyes from falling on your legs. You could also opt for belts with a high buckle.

Men with flat butts

Are you worried about your flat butts? You need to take special attention about your pants. Wear pants that give you proper fitting. Straight long pants will go with your body type.

Fashion tips that can help
• Bigger and bolder patterns make you look bigger than what you actually are.
• Horizontal pattern clothe help you look wider
• Vertical pattern clothes help you look taller and thinner.

Men dressing tips for an interview

• Avoid wearing any western men formal wear
• Pick up right color clothes and make a good combination of your business suit and tie.
• Avoid wearing double breast jacket for the interview
• Long sleeved T-shirt would be the most idle choice
• Silk Tie can do wonders to your clothing style

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Leather blazers are really in this season. When you shop for leather items, make sure you learn about the different types of leather that are available, price etc. Hi-fashion leather blazers are available in 2 button & 3-button styles. Different colors of leather used to make stylish blazers are black, brown, olive green, yellow, red, warm toned caramel, cognac, sienna and chocolate brown.

Types of leather
Leather is any tanned, toughened (yet pliable), dried, and dyed skin of an animal. Thanks to modern dyeing processes, most types of leather can be found in nearly any color. Some leathers, however, are best known for particular colors.

Buckskin: Pliable leather with a smooth finish from wild stag (deer, elk or antelope).

Chamois: Leather originally made from the Alpine chamois, a goat-like animal. Nowadays, it’s culled from sheepskin. Chamois is well regarded for its supreme softness, absorbency and light tan color. It is pronounced SHAM-wa, or parochially, SHAM-ee.

Calfskin: Leather from young cows. It’s smoother leather, but it can be roughened to create “velour leather,” or embossed with patterns and other textures. It is considered dressy and is usually found in darker shades (blacks and browns).

Cowhide: Leather from full-grown cows that is used for shoes, boots and jackets. Tough and durable, it can have a smooth or rough finish. You’ll find it in all colors, but mostly shades of brown and black.

Lizard skins: Crocodile, alligator and other lizard skins are usually limited to belts, luggage or shoes. They sport a scaly texture and a nice sheen, and can be had in shades of green, grey, red, and brown.

Pigskin: Pigskin is more commonly used in South America. It has little nap (fuzz) and is generally smooth to the touch and tan in color.

Ostrich:”exotic” leather found on belts or shoes. Ostrich resembles a plucked chicken, and as such, has a “goose bump” appearance.

Suede: Suede is created when the reverse side of calfskin is roughened to the point of extreme softness. The resultant nap almost resembles velvet. Suede goods can be had in all major colors.

Price: A good leather blazer can cost you anything between $250 to $1000. Depending on the quality of the leather, the design and the cut.

Sizes: Leather blazers come in different sizes be it long or short. Men usually wear long ones. Whereas women prefer both long and short.

Tips on how to keep the leather Blazers

Store your leather jacket either flat or on a wide, sturdy, padded hanger to prevent stretch marks. Make sure to never use a plastic cover.

Take care of the stains pronto. When in doubt take the jacket to the dry cleaner.

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