Archive for October, 2008

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Wardrobe staples for the perfect YOU this summer!

After a long, frosty winter, a cool summer always brings with it the enthuse to once again drape ourselves with the brightness and the vibrancy that this season brings with it. So here we are again, talking about what’ll look best on you this summer. Just because something is trendy doesn’t mean you have to buy it, you have to make sure the clothes compliment your personality as well.

Bright Pastels!
Summers always invites vibrancy and color. Brighten up your wardrobe with anything that is pink, yellow or lime green and you’ll be a sure hit.

Polo Anyone??
Polo Shirts can never go wrong. They suit every shape and size and come in everything from solids to stripes. The best thing about polo shirts is that it can be worn with any kind of lower with perfect ease, be it a jean or your favorite denim skirt. You can also pick the one with a sexy, low neckline for a night out.

Comfy and Casual!
A pair of drawstring roll-up capris will keep you the coolest this summer.They are similar to the regular ankle pants but they are a nice alternative for the hot days of summer.

Footwear spree!
The first thing you need to take care of is your pedicure for summer is the time for wearing open-toe slingbacks, pumps, flip-flops and ankle straps. There’s a pair and color to suit every outfit and are priced to suit every budget. Moreso, you’ll find them everywhere.

Flower Power!
Flowers are indeed synonymous with feminity. So all you have to do is pick something that is flowery or add a flower pin to your skirt or jean jacket to highlight the little
princess in you.

Sparkle yourself!
Crystals dangling in your ears and around your neck is the best way to flaunt your tan. Further a shimmering anklet adds on the dazzling you.

Tie on:
Nothing adds more punch to your summer wardrobe than a lovely scarf in either floral or running paisley prints used to either tie your hair, around your neck or tied around your bag.

There are limitless options you can use in a mix-n-match fashion to bring out the coolest YOU this summer. Whether it be a flirt skirt or a tangy off shoulder dress, the most important thing is the confidence with which you carry yourself. An air of casualness around you will tell those around you how comfortable you are with yourself or else you are likely to be caught unawares with comments you might want to hear!!!

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The bug called casual dressing!

Potato duds, urban street wear, weekend warrior, geek chic – these are some of the terms given to Friday dressers who don’t mind being their flaunting their off-beat clothing as long as it helps them define their true self. So pick your casual style tips to make you sure you look your comfy best.

• A casual wardrobe needs to be built just like you build your formal gear. Choose cohesive pieces built around basic styles. The colors that need to have a presence in your collection are khaki, denim, red, black and white.

• Nothing kills a sporty look more than a pair of white running shoes. The stores are full of chic colors and fabrics such as the suedue boots and sandals. Wear them and you’ll never regret your choice.

• One should never think that ‘casualness’ calls for being unkempt as well. Certainly not! Casual clothes should indeed be in tip-top shape, i.e. neatly mended and ironed.

• Never even think of mixing diamonds with sweatshirts unless you are a rapper.

• Use sporty watches, bags and accessories to add to the casual flavor. Tote bags in different cloth fabrics looks cool and so does the wrist bands. Braided belts also look good.

• Completely avoid clichés like baggy sweats and leggings. They make you look as if you are still stuck in the 80’s.

• While nothing beats the jeans in casual line, one should make sure you don’t wear those stone-washed styles unless you have the audacity to carry the odd.

The liberty of wearing casually is what modern day times have gifted its generation with. This casual revolution has eaten the youngsters today like a bug and has found wide acceptance even in the fashion world and the office environs. Thus the markets are today swarming with gears that all set to pacify your ‘casual’ bug. The world is finally on a roll.

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DEFINE YOUR LOOK WITH BEAUTIFUL EYEBROWS

Don’t you think that eyebrows can make a huge difference in your appearance? What’s one of the first things you notice about women? EYEBROWS. They frame eyes, and complement face.

It’s no surprise people pay big bucks to have their eyebrows shaped correctly. Many women parlors are opening in big cities across the country. In many ways, the overall appearance of the eye area is defined by the arch, length, and thickness of the eyebrow. Simple eyebrow shaping will make the world of difference in putting your best face forward.

SHAPES
Just as the shape of a mustache can drastically change the appearance of a man’s face, the shape of the eyebrows affects the appearance of women.Eyebrow shaping makes a world of difference. Right brow shape can and will make a dramatic difference in the way you look. (Kind of like when you finally find that haircut that looks like it was made for you.) Eyebrows are tricky creatures. Defining your eyebrows before applying eye make up, cheek color or lipstick makes a big difference in the overall balance you are trying to create. Eyebrow shaping involves removing extra hair from underneath and above the eyebrow as needed, to give definition and provide an attractive “frame” for the eyes. The right arch and thickness can frame the face beautifully, or poorly shaped brows can detract from someone’s appearance. Eyebrow shaping is technical and not a lot of fun, but it can drastically affect your appearance. The ideal brow is one that is nicely groomed and not over-plucked. Beware of an eyebrow arch that is too high or skinny. The eyes make them look bigger and give the face a polished look. Make-up artists consider eyebrows and eye brow shaping the most important facial feature.

Shapeless and messy eyebrows can ruin any make-up effect you try to create. You can get them wax (or use laser hair removal) but first be sure she knows which shape you want and is experienced in eye brow shaping. Although there are many choices, the most elegant brow shape is long, clean, and natural.

COLOR
After eye brow shaping you need to determine your eyebrow make-up color using your present hair color as a guideline, whether it’s natural or artificially colored. Did you know that brows should be a little lighter than your hair color? about two shades.

However, if you are blond or gray, the opposite is true. One of the many problems of eyebrows is the fact that if they aren’t the right color, they can either dominate your face or disappear entirely.

PRODUCTS TO USE
Some products which can give you a bold and beautiful look are:
Brow Powders or powder eye shadows in shades that closely match the color of your brow. Choose a soft-textured matte powder and apply with a soft wedge brush or a thin liner brush.

Eyebrow pencils are a standard way to fill in brows but many can produce a greasy, hard look or mat the brow hair, so make sure you use a pencil that has a smooth, light texture and soft, dry finish.
Colored eyebrow gels and brow tints are used for making the most of sparse, light-colored eyebrows or for giving a thicker look to most other eyebrows. These products look like mascara but they have a much lighter consistency and are less pigmented.

A combination approach, using a pencil with powder, can give you the control and delineation of a pencil, and the softer, shaded look of a powder. You can also use powder with a brow gel or tint; this can create a full softly shaped brow. See how beautiful u can look by just grooming your brows. Wow!!!