Fashion Blog

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 12:59:43 GMT

Sweet Smell of Figs for the Last Days of Summer

This guest post is courtesy of Thefind.com

This time of year, late summer, reminds me of the sweet smell of figs. The luscious fruit is now in season and I"m gobbling them up by the dozen. I spent many summers at my grandparent"s home in Pasadena where they had abundant fig and avocado trees. Any beauty product that brings back those sweet memories is one that I love to use during the summer months.

Fig infused cleaners and creams have many beneficial properties and contain anti-inflammatory agents and natural moisturizers. Nude"s intense moisture mask ($60 for 1.4 oz at Sephora) is ideal for reviving delicate or dry skin. It contains milk peptides, honey, fig and liquorice to nourish skin leaving it soft. Red Flower"s exotic globally inspired treatments are always a treat. The Red Flower Tangerine Fig Butter Crème ($52 for 5.8 fl. oz. at Apothica.com) instantly transports me to instant relaxation. The Tangerine Fig Butter purifies and detoxes while balancing the effects of the Red Flower Hammam treatments.

The Korres Fig Shower Gel ($13.00 for 8.45oz, at Skinstore.com) is a treat of a sudsy fig-scented shower or bath experience. The gel is rich in aloe, vitamin C and E as well as anti-oxidant enzymes. A treat and wonderful scent to simply shower, toss on a summery tunic and flip-flops after a day at the pool. Another gloriously fig-scented shower was is from AHAVA. The Mineral Botanic Velvet Cream Wash - Hibiscus and Fig ($19.50 for 17oz at Skinstore.com) is created for the needs of delicate and very dry skin. The creamy body wash helps to heal dry skin and the fig extract helps to fight inflammation, it also does not contain any SLS or parabens. Enjoy the sweet smell of summer, while we count the days until the arrival of fall....

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Thu, 27 Aug 2009 02:25:35 GMT

Nature Care and Caring For Nature

Global warming has become a matter of huge concern and it becomes our moral responsibility to do something about it. It is really very refreshing to see companies like Louise Galvin showing compassion towards the environment which we live in. As a matter of fact they are one of the first nature hair care companies to adopt the Carbon-Neutral programs.

As we all know that global warming is looming large over us and the effects can be seen all over the world. Basically carbon dioxide accumulates in our environment and blankets the heat from escaping. The consequences of this effect are practically disastrous. The changes can be seen in climate and temperature which also affects our social lives and the economy on a long run.

Louise Galvin adopts the Carbon-Neutral program in which they offset or neutralize the carbon emissions during the product manufacture. The wide range of nature hair care products manufactured by them is derived from the organic compounds, which is really very great in terms of the side effects. They do not use harmful chemicals which can be really damaging to our body.

It is a very human friendly program which shows care and concern towards other people. In this program the companies are provided with certain guidelines in which they can calculate and reduce if not totally eliminate the emission of carbon dioxide. There will still be some carbon emissions which is inevitable. The program guides the companies to neutralize or offset such emissions.

Trees are one of the best ways to naturally reduce the volume of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. They naturally absorb the carbon dioxide and give out oxygen.

The Carbon-Neutral programs encourage the forestry projects and other such opportunities which initiate the environment friendly surroundings. The increase in the volume of carbon dioxide is drastically brought down with the help of this program.

There are many good multinational companies which have introduced the Carbon-Neutral programs like Louise Galvin which is one of the most popular manufactures of nature hair care products. This is system absolutely necessary in order to give a healthier environment to our next generations.
Posted by: Jennifer      Read more     Source

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 04:27:28 GMT

Marcasite Jewelry: Classic, Fashionable and Timeless Beauty

Marcasite is sometimes called as white iron pyrite and they are crystals of pyrite which are made into enchanting jewelry. On the other hand, true marcasite is a mineral which is yellow in color formed from iron sulfite. It is a comparatively a soft stone which breaks into tiny bits after a period of time.

Marcasite which is actually a pyrite which is used as jewelry made in combination with other metals like silver and also with other gems. Marcasite is brassy yellowish color with some greenish tint that is the result of oxidation.

Marcasite is also available as black gemstone with a chatoyant quality when struck with light. It is observed that good quality marcasite gems have a bright silver color when they are cut at the top with many small facets. It absorbs the light and glitters like small little cute diamonds.

Marcasite Jewelry: Marcasite is used in combination with high quality silver and other stones create intricate designs which are evocative of earlier times. Marcasite Jewelry is made from metallic pale yellow mineral called white iron-pyrite. It is normally set with silver in traditional fashion thereby producing classic beautiful jewelry of great quality.

Marcasite was known to be worn by Cleopatra and it is believed that it helped her to preserve her beauty. It was also worn by Queen Victoria for over 40 years. The popularity of Marcasite has grown again in recent times due to its adorable beauty and attractive value for money.

Marcasite is popularly used in rings, earrings, pendants, lockets, necklaces, and many other kinds of jewellery. It can be set with various other gemstones or it can be even worn as a standalone item.

Marcasite is becoming increasingly fashionable these days again due to the fascination of jewelry lovers towards the vintage things. Many celebrities are now wearing marcasite jewelry. Marcasite jewelry is elegant, stunning, classy and stylish and is a great option for all occasions.

Posted by: Juli      Read more     Source

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 03:02:16 GMT

The discount designer debate

Contrary to popular belief, discount designer clothes are not less fashionable. Far from it in fact, they just show that the buyer is savvy and streetwise and knows how to get a bargain. Designer clothing normally signifies quality and makes a statement on behalf of the wearer, the designer clothes say "look at me! I look good and I can afford to dress well! A really Sex and the City take on style associate with lifestyle.

We are living through an economic downturn, with a view to this most of us can not afford to overspend on uber fashionable diesel jeans teamed with the latest skyscraper Louboutin sling backs. S how do we get round this economic issue, after all we still want to have good quality clothing that looks good and lasts long. There are many sources of less expensive designer clothing, we want the same names and brands as the celebrities but we do not want to have to spend the same amount of money. Is it possible to do designer on the cheap? The answer is yes; if you are smart and do your research. If you are prepared to put in a bit of effort surfing the internet, going onto discount designer boutiques you'll be sure to find those bargains.

There are many places we can go to buy designer clothes, we can buy off the Internet, or buy from Outlet Parks, or Factory Shops, or Discount stores. Outlet Parks usually have numbers of designer name shops selling items at much reduced prices, these parks work through a rent to sales arrangement, the shops may also sell garments that are the previous season. Factory shops can be a great resource for designer goods, they sell the items at reduced prices and may sell garments that are less than perfect but are very wearable. Nevertheless, the easiest no fuss, most efficient way to finding those much desired designer bargains, has to be the online shops.

Online shopping is the new improved way to shop. It is far less stressful with no cues, rude shoppers or sweaty changing rooms with the unflattering lighting. With all the fantastic technology on these sites we are able to view every garment, with 360 viewing or even better yet catwalk clips. We can see items clearly and how they are meant to be wore and how they fit to the body. The result: 10/10 receiving exactly what you want!
Posted by: Heather      Read more     Source

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 04:31:10 GMT

World Hopefuls Strut Their Stuff

Miss Teen Canada-World hopeful Jennifer Fowler, 15, from New Brunswick, gets ready to answer a tough question from Lorraine Zander, Editor-in-Chief of Faze Media, as Anjari Sandhu, 16, from Manitoba and Floriana Costea, 17, from British Columbia look on.

The girls will compete against 54 finalists from across Canada, aged 13-19. The big pageant on Saturday night is at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in the John Bassett Theatre.

The winner of Miss Teen Canada-World will go on to represent Canada at the Miss Teen World 2010 Competition in Houston, Texas next month. Posted by: Roger Cullman      Read more     Source

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 04:23:24 GMT

Judith Ripka's Monaco Ring

My lack of a post yesterday can be attributed to a multitude of things, including fodder for an upcoming post which I am quite excited about. I was at the brand new Judith Leiber boutique at Two Rodeo yesterday, and was absolutely blown away, but more on that later.

In the meantime, enjoy this breathtaking Monaco Ring by Judith Ripka, (not to be confused with Judith Leiber), also available at Two Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, for $15,000. In 18k yellow gold with a black onyx center stone, royal pave black diamond shank and bezel set round briiliant diamond prongs, what"s not to love?

Judith Ripka"s designs are all absolutely beautiful and there isn"t a piece in the store I wouldn"t wear. If you live in the area, or are visiting L.A. anytime soon, it is worth a trip to either invest in or drool over all the feminine, pretty baubles - many of which are quite affordable, with pricing ranging from $100, (frugal snob), to $60,000, (super-uber snob). Posted by: Ms. Jewel Snob      Read more     Source

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 04:18:38 GMT

Interesting Tattoos

Sun Tattoo:

Designer Yu-Chiao Wang created a stencil robe that leaves a very unique tan.

Dot To Dot Tattoo:

Can it be a conversation starter?

Celebrity Tattoos and Their Meanings:

If you think you can guess which tattoo belongs to which celebrity or want to know the reasons behind these tattoos then you should check out this link. Posted by: Venus      Read more     Source

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 19:30:07 GMT

Miu Miu Quilted Messenger -Clutch

Miu Miu has been like, "Eh, whatever", for a couple of seasons. But this made me sit up and take notice! It is not super extraordinary but the quilting and the aubergine is good enough to eat! But what"s really exciting is that it is a messenger and a clutch. I mean, the giant clutch trend is a bit out but clutches are all bigger now because of it so this proportion is perfectly acceptable (one caveat, you have to be tall to pull this off). A lot of clutches come with a strap and become a shoulder bag but this comes with a super long strap that can go cross body. Yeah, it"s not exactly a "messenger", to me messengers are more square but the dimension on this (17" x 8") make it into a real shoulder bag instead of a make shift one. I also love the little flap, it makes the large size less overwhelming. And the price is great, at Net-a-Porter for $695. Posted by: Kelly      Read more     Source

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 04:36:05 GMT

Louis Galvin products

Louise Gavin, the first carbon-neutral beauty company in the United Kingdom is the brainchild of the popular celebrity colorist, Louise Galvin. She, with her experience over 20 years in the hair coloring industry, has come up with a vast range of hair care products, which promises to create seriously head-turning hairs for all its users.

Louise Galvin acknowledges the need to come up with hair care solutions that can be effective even with the least effort. The motto of the products is to deliver more with less. However, by doing this, the products do not compromise with the environmental standards. Louise Galvin is extremely particular about the nature, and thus none of the products are made by harming animals or by using anything other than natural materials. Moreover, the carbon di-oxide that is emitted is invested in a Carbon-neutral company.

The Louise Galvin collection of hair care products include shampoos, conditioners and masques for both fine and thick hairs, and also has a special "Mother To Be" product line for pregnant women. Moreover, there are face and body lotions under the brand of Louise Galvin.

A complete list of Louise Galvin products and their prices can be found on the official website of Louise Galvin: www.louisegalvin.com
Posted by: Becky      Read more     Source

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 21:50:06 GMT

Designer Sunglasses: Keeping the Sun at Bay in Style

Designer sunglasses have become so popular in the present times, that everyone wants to possess at least one pair from the big brands. These accessories have gone on to become an important part of people's wardrobes. Sunglasses not only protect your eyes from the harsh rays of the sun, but also help you make a style statement. There are several branded designer sunglasses available in the market which are fairly expensive.

Various types of designer sunglasses
Normally sunglasses come in various shapes and styles. Designer sunglasses offer even more variety for the buyers. You can take your pick from the many colors and designs of designer sunglasses. In terms of protection, designer eyewear will provide you protection similar to ordinary sunglasses. You can get designer sunglasses that are protect your eyes and at the same time make you look superb.

Designer sunglasses make you feel complete
Brands like Versace, Gucci, Marc Jacobs, Ray Ban, Dior, Prada and Luis Vitton come up with their signature designer sunglasses. The designer sunglasses look stylish, classy, elegant, and funky. One of the most famous Ray Ban styles is the Aviator sunglass. The Oakley brand of sunglasses is well known among men who are stylish. Without a pair of designer sunglasses your dressing up will not be complete. Hence, it is important to sport one that will be appropriate for the occasion as well as suit your apparel.

Designer sunglasses come with a period of guarantee. They are obtainable in nylon or composite frames, which are stronger. The frames also include a wire core which makes them comfortable for the wearer. However, while buying a pair of designer sunglass you must be careful to buy the one that suits the shape and size of your face. Designer sunglasses are not made for universal face sizes as they are used more like fashion accessories, so make sure you make a sound choice. Get a pair of designer sunglasses which will make a lot of heads turn towards you. Happy shopping!
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