Looking for Designer Jeans…

Tuesday, May 29th, 2007

I have been looking for designer jeans at reasonable prices for quite sometime now. I have searched the entire San Diego area by car, bus and foot, no luck. I have been to the mall, I have searched outlets, browsed through magazines and bored myself to death while I was at it. I didn’t find any good deals on designer jeans, instead what I did find probably isn’t news to anyone, it is that none of the hot designer jeans out these days like to go on sale.

I can’t let myself spend $250 for a pair jeans that I will not be able to fit into after the 4th of July BBQ. So as my search for designer jeans was nearing an end, my friend suggested a new website called www.BuyandSellJeans.com. It was a dream come true and I want to pass it on to all of you!! This website site as every brand of jean you can think, all below retail prices. So if you are looking for designer jeans at great prices, I have the answer for you www.BuyandSellJeans.com. My favorite brands are now all in one place, I can get Citizens, Sevens, Hudsons,Lucky Brand, Levis and have them shipped to my house. So now that my search for designer jeans at low prices has ended, maybe I will start searching for those HOT handbags for less than retails. Maybe someone should start a Buy and Sell Handbags. I bet a Channel Bag would look great with my new Citizens!

Looking for a Large Shoe

Thursday, December 14th, 2006

I was a bride of five feet, two inches in height and I was supposed to select bridesmaids who were nearly the same size as I am but I didn’t. After all, not all short people stick together. My closest friends who I chose to be my bridesmaids were both over five-feet, 10 inches (with no heels). The height difference may not be considered to be a real issue but we were all wearing matching shoes. That meant that I had to find such a shoe collection that had a small and a large pair of shoes. rom my point of view finding a large shoe is much easier than finding a small one. In my case I managed to find some gorgeous shoes in a size ten but none in my size seven.

This shopping experience was really unpleasant and I believe many average-footed women will agree with me.The opposite situation is also true. You can find a tiny and a large shoe in the same collection but not one in any normal range. One possible explanation is that the regular sizes sell much faster. However, in my opinion any good retail practice should have an adequate quantity in stock at every moment. I don’t find it fair that big-footed ladies and the petite-toed women can have all the shoes they want while women with average feet should compete with others to get the footwear they want. However, the situation is different when bridal wear is concerned. You cannot imagine how difficult it is to find a large formal shoe.

It is ironical that what looks good in a smaller size does not necessarily look good in a large shoe. Although this seems reasonable, it contradicts the dilemma of searching for tiny footwear in the same style as very large one. We managed to find a solution to our problem - we decided to leave the matching shoes for the wedding. This turned out to be a very good decision as you cannot really see the feet on a wedding, so it was fine. I even suspect that my bridesmaids were bare-footed during the reception.

Leather Accessories

Thursday, December 14th, 2006

Style is the buzz word among today’s teen. Fashion is no longer restricted to good looks. It has transcended to become effective statements about your persona and too some extent status. Everyday brings with it new fashion vistas. In fact, the trend of change is so fast that yesterday too might sound outdated today.

The term fashion is no longer restricted to clothes and dresses. The accessories you carry have also undergone drastic changes. Modern and traditional are being fused to generate ultra modern fashion. When the entire fashion scenario is in the phase of transformation, how can leather accessories lag behind? Leather has over the years grown to become an indispensable part of modern fashion. More and more fashion designers have warm heartedly welcomed it as effective medium of their creative expressions.

Today leather fashion encompasses a gamut of Quality Leather Apparel and accessories like: leather jackets, leather bombers, leather pants, leather bikers, leather cycle jackets, leather motorcycle jackets, leather coats, leather skirts, riding chap pants, leather handbags and accessories, leather vests, leather tank tops, leather shorts, leather hot pants, leather halter etc.

Leather is available in different types like: The classic Italian lamb skin, cowhide, kangaroo, buffalo skin etc.

The wide popularity of leather is because of its ability to be shaped in to a rugged feel. Besides, it is soft and at the same time offers a longer and better durability than other fabrics. Its warm feel combined with stylish looks makes it an ideal wear in chilly terrains while riding. It also offers a greater amount of safety compared to its counter parts on event of any minor accident. No wonder it is the first preference among bikers world over.

Vintage Fashion - Why It’s Not Just Old Clothes

Thursday, December 14th, 2006

Some may think that vintage fashion is just a fancy way of saying second-hand or pre-loved. In the past dressing in cast-offs or hand-me-downs was usually done out of economic necessity and not by choice.

People who wear vintage fashion nowadays know that it is more than outdated clothes found in thrift shops. Vintage is serious fashion. Garments from the 1940s & 1950s are categorized as ‘classic’, while clothing from the 1960s & 1970s are considered ‘retro’.

So why has vintage become so popular?

• Wearing vintage is stylish. It’s in vogue!

• At the same time it is so trendy, it is mainstream.

• Adding vintage pieces gives your wardrobe pizzazz.

• With vintage you buy what you love, what appeals to you, creating your own distinctive style.

• The level of quality for cost is impossible to get in new clothing.

• It’s a source for one-of-a-kind clothes. One less thing to worry about in the world, as it’s not likely anyone else will have the exact same outfit.

• Can’t afford designer clothes. There’s always vintage – which is where most designers get their inspiration anyway.

• It has exceptional quality and tailoring. You can find pieces with gorgeous details including amazing hand-stitchery, buttons, trims and other lovely embellishments.

• Shopping for vintage is thrilling. You never know what you will find.

• Vintage can be beautiful and elegant or fun and quirky.

• Made from quality fabrics with first-rate workmanship, vintage pieces have stood the test of time.

• It’s very collectible. Vintage clothing is an investment. Keep it in good condition and it will always go up in value.

Clues for Dating Vintage Clothing

Thursday, December 14th, 2006

With celebrities such as Barbara Streisand, Sarah Jessica Parker, Winona Ryder, Sharon Stone, Drew Barrymore and Michael Richards flaunting their trendy wardrobes vintage fashions have become very popular. Whether you want to establish a collection of clothes from bygone eras or you would just like a few unique pieces to add oomph to your wardrobe, it is interesting to know the history of your piece.

How do you know if the 1930’s silk charmuese nightgown advertised on Ebay is really from the 1930’s era? Now if you absolutely love the colour or style well maybe the age does not matter. If you do not want to pay a premium for something that is not as advertised, it is important to learn a few pointers.

There are numerous ways to date garments. You can shop with confidence when you know what clues to watch for.

For instance - How are the seams finished? Are they pinked, Frenched or serged? Sergers and overlock machines have been around since the 1950’s, but were not in homes until around 1964. Inspecting the seams of custom-made items may not tell you for sure when it was made, but it can let you know for sure when it wasn’t made.

Examination of the seams on store bought, mass produced clothing of the 1950’s, shows that most were pinked. Overcast seams, welted seams or Frenched seams were usually only found on very expensive garments. Overlock seams did start showing up in lingerie during the 1950’s. By the early 1960’s all lingerie had overlocked seams, and the use of the overlock stitch was beginning to appear in other garments made of fabric that would frey easily.

A 1965 catalogue ad mentions that a garment featured overlocked seams, while another ad boasts overlock seams in 1960’s lingerie. The term is not a selling point in fashions of today as most attire has overlocked or serged seams.

Another indication of age is the use of the zipper. Patented in 1893 the first zipper was called a clasp locker. These zippers were not practical. Although a zipper was developed in 1913 with interlocking teeth, it was slow to catch on.

Zippers were first put in children’s clothing in the 1930’s and replaced the button fly in men’s trousers around 1937. There were a few zippers in womens clothing of the 1940’s, but most garments still possessed button fasteners, until the 1950’s when they finally became popular.

Catalogues from the mid 1960’s boast about the wonders of nylon zippers. Nylon zippers were thought to be less bulky, easier to hide and more comfortable than the old metal zippers.

Keep in mind that the presence or absence of a zipper and the type of zipper provides clues to the age of the garment but that other factors still need consideration. As zippers can be replaced, metal zippers are not a guarantee that the item was manufactured before 1960. Similarly, a vintage garment may have had a broken zipper replaced by a nylon one.

These are just a couple of points to consider when identifying vintage clothing. Other factors to take into account are fabrics, styles and labels.

Fashion Tips on What Women Should Wear for Office

Thursday, December 14th, 2006

The new millennium working woman must find a way to get ahead of her counterparts male and female at other companies, but also within her own place of employment because the work world is more competitive than ever. Knowledge, skill and the ability to finesse corporate politics are instrumental, but one’s image and appearance also continue to be key factors in moving up in corporate world.

But dressing for your office doesn’t mean leaving your personal style behind. Try and find out which of your personal styles go in sync with professional look and which can be your career killer. Dressing for work is to project a professional, competent image, without considering your designation or your field. The styles, colors, lengths and fit of your fashion choices will speak volumes about your ability to do your job. In general, the more distracting a piece of clothing or jewelry is, the less appropriate it is for office wear.

Colors for your cloths can include red, navy, gray and black. Most of these colors will be available in many forms such as pantsuits, skirts. Also you can have some feminine colors like ice blue, lilac and soft pink. Don’t experiment with wild prints and colors which make you look odd in office, especially some fluorescent colors.

Don’t go for heavy jewelry, it really irritates, making noise and distracting others. Try and stick small but still cute looking jewelry. Similarly with your bags, choose a bags that best suits your purpose, don’t go for some really glittery color stick to the basics. In conclusion don’t try to be too sexy, too casual, or too sloppy, just try to look professional. Try and watch what your female boss wear and that will provide you with some idea what to wear in your office.

A black dress is a best companion for an office going women. It fits into every occasion a normal office day or a high profile meeting. It can be a fashion statement yet very professional and it is widely accepted across different fields. Black dresses up to knee length are just perfect

What Do Women Want – Ugg Boots

Thursday, December 14th, 2006

The Ugg Boot has become the latest fashion item that every woman seems to want. Now days you will find that the window displays of any clothing or shoe store across the world will have a pair of these trendy boots in it. It looks like Ugg Boots are here to stay.

Although these boots are hot in fashion terms you will find that people are not just wearing them when the weather is cold. Many people have found that one pair of these boots is just not enough.

One of their greatest assets is that they come in a multitude of different styles, size, fabrics and colours. You also do not need to know someone living in Australia to get you a pair, around the globe these are the best selling boots at the moment and all you have to do is search the internet and you will find countless sites selling them. However, once you have got them then you will want to leave your house to show them!

With Ugg Boots being made in so many different sizes you will find a pair for every member of your family. They come in full and half sizes and any size in between, all you need to do is be willing to spend the time searching for the right pair for you. But there is no need to worry as you will in time find the perfect pair for you.

However, the real problem you may have once you have found your size is what colour do you want them in. There are the natural colours (brown and sand) or you can be somewhat more daring, and say go for a pink or blue pair. In fact the choice seems to be endless where colour is concerned. You may find yourself purchasing more than one pair, could you imagine owning several different coloured pairs of Ugg Boots that would match your mood perfectly. If you wanted to be noticed and shout here I am then Red may be the ideal colour for you, but if you want people to think you are sweet and girly, then may be you should buy pink. However, if you just want them for comfort and to add a casual look to your ensemble then try for a natural colour or even black. Whatever you decide you may find that one pair is just not enough.

Now you have decided on the colour, the next think you need to think about is the height of the boot, do you want a short, long or three quarter length the choice is yours.

The decision has been made on colour and length, now what do you need to choose? How about the style, many of the longer length boots can be found with additional detail to the outside of the boot and this seems to add a more feminine touch to the boot. Whilst if you need a practical style of boot that will be warm and comfortable you may want to look at the styles that have a tough molded sole and have extra reinforcement to them in the toe and heel areas. You can now get versions that come with zippers, straps and elasticized sides which help to vary the style and look of this footwear.

Finally after all the decisions made above you need to consider what sort of fabric you want them made out of, as now not only do the Ugg Boots come in a sheepskin version but they are also available in leather and suede. However, don’t forget that only high quality Ugg Boot are always lined with Australian Merino Sheepskin, and try to avoid the imitations that abound. One further little matter that any right minded woman should be thinking about when purchasing footwear not just Ugg Boots is the sole. With Ugg Boots you have the choice of big and clunky or smooth soles.

So as you can see the choice of style, colour, size and material used just seems to be endless and now with the inclusion of a slipper and a clog version you are even more stuck for choice. So no matter what, the “in” thing for your closet this year are Ugg Boots and you are sure to find a pair that is within your budget.

Cowboy Boots – Tips to Help Choose the Right Pair for You

Thursday, December 14th, 2006

Cowboy boots were first developed to ensure that cowboys stayed safe when riding and working. The modern cowboy boot originates from various other styles including the Wellington boot. To begin with, this was a straight plain leather boot with one-inch heels. However, cowboys also wore Hessian boots. These had a v-cut in the front and hanging in the v was a silk or leather tassel.

Since then cowboy boots have evolved and become influenced by European cavalier styles of boot, which were made of better leather and had a higher heel. Also, the toes of these boots were squared or rounded and this stayed the same until around the 1950’s.

Around 1920-1930 cowboy boots evolved to not only to be used to work in, but also as a fashion item. This was due to the increase in movies and radio shows, which were based upon the Wild West as well as rodeo’s becoming a popular form of entertainment in the 1950’s. Now, girls everywhere are wearing cowboy boots as a fun, flirty, and feminine way to dress up their outfit.

Cowboy boots are now such a fashion item that the colors, designs follow any styles that have been made popular in films and by celebrities. These days, there are all kinds of boots available from dressy, to distressed, stiletto heel to one-inch heel. There are all sorts of colors available and now boot makers are even adding studs, rhinestones, and precious stones. If you want, you may also choose your cowboy boots online and have them custom made.

With this increase in the popularity of cowboy boots, they are now a major fashion item that you can own and Western theme fashion is making a bit hit at the present time. The key to this is that cowboy boots are so versatile. You can wear them when dressing down in your favorite old pair of jeans. Or go for the super sexy look by teaming your boots with a hot denim mini-skirt and little sexy cami. Another great thing about cowboy boots is that anyone can wear them.

Since there are so many different pairs of boots for you to choose from, it is important to understand how to choose the right pair for you. So we have collected some handy hints and tips.

1) You should always choose a pair made out of soft and genuine leather

2) Think about what sort of shank you want. Either a steel shank for support or no shank for flexibility

3) If you want them to dance in, then you may not want to go for a pair with a high heel

4) Try the boots on before you have to buy. It is vital that they are snug, with enough support and room for movement of your toes

5) To get a pair of boots that feel custom made, invest in a molded footbed. This will give lots of support and cushioning.

History of Cowboy Boots

Thursday, December 14th, 2006

If you have seen celebrities wearing cowboy boots on the pages of all your favorite magazines you will probably want to buy a pair for yourself. However, it can be difficult to choose the pair for you but we hope that after you have read this you will have all the information you need to make the right decision.

Cowboys first wore these boots when working since they needed a pair of boots that were sturdy and practical. They needed to protect their feet during the course of their day when they were constantly mounting and dismounting horses, as well as working and training them and cattle. The areas that they had to work in were often rough and the horses and cattle unpredictable, so it was important that their footwear was up to the job! This meant that boots have evolved over the years to become what we know to be cowboy boots.

It is thought that cowboy boots actually originated from the cavalry boot, which dated back to the 1860’s during the Civil War. These boots were modified over the coming years so that they fitted better and were suited to the working conditions of working cattlemen. Since the highest demand for these boots was in areas wear there was a lot of cattle ranches, it makes sense that this is where there was the largest number of specialized bootmakers. Examples of these areas include Kansas and Texas.

These days, cowboy boots have evolved to become not only the boot of choice for cowboys working hard on a ranch, but also for people wanting the latest in fashion footwear. They have a high heel, especially on fashion boots, with a pointed or rounded toe. These days, the toe is more pointed but a pair of cowboy boots designed for working in will only have a slight point to the toe since anymore would be difficult and unpractical to work in. They also have no lacing and are most often made of leather. However, they may also be made of alligator, snake, buffalo, and ostrich. Some more flamboyant pairs of boots may even be decorated in rhinestones or studs, although you won’t see many cowboys in Texas with a pair like this!

The soles of cowboy boots are designed so cowboys can place their foot in the stirrup and mount their horses with ease. This means that the leather sole is treadless and smooth. The high heel is very important since this ensures that the cowboy’s foot does not slide through the stirrup if the rider was unseated. This could potentially save their life. The lack of laces and comfortable fit also may help prevent a serious accident if the rider was unseated, as the rider’s weight will pull the boot from their foot. Another feature of cowboy boots is the tall shaft. This protects the rider both on and off the horse. When riding, the leg will be protected from the saddle rubbing, and from long grass and thorns. When dismounted, the leg and foot of the cowboy will be protected from rocks, thorns, and even snakes

Creating A Winning Plus Size Wardrobe on A Budget

Thursday, December 14th, 2006

It doesn’t matter what kind of style you prefer, there are thousands of designers out there who can make you feel like the most beautiful person in the world… for a hefty price! But, most of us out there just can’t afford those high prices. And, if you’re a plus size, it seems like the prices are just downright unrealistic. So, what do you do? You still want to look like a million bucks; you just don’t want to spend it. Here are some ideas to help you build a winning plus size wardrobe on a low-key budget:

1. Watch the papers. While it might be boring, or depressing, looking through the ads each week to see what is on sale, and where, it does help. Finding a great sale at a department store on great clothes is always something to take in. Usually, where there is one sale, there are other stores trying to compete for business as well, so shop around the stores nearby, and you can find some great deals on all the wonderful clothes that you long for.

2. Don’t shop in season. This is a big one. Shop after the season is over for the next year. While this might sound like a waste of time and money, you will be amazed at the clothes that you can find dirt cheap because the store doesn’t want to take a loss on them. Most of the clothes can be worn during the season that you are in now anyway; you just won’t get to wear them as often. You will also be surprised at the fashions that will carry over to the next year also. The only key to this is not to by anything that is part of a fad, like lime-green snake skin shirts or neon pink wooden sandals. Stick to things that are a neutral color, like black, white, brown, gray, and some primary colors to mix in, and things that are classy, and you will never go wrong with your spree.

3. Look through the consignment shops in town. While there are those that you should never go in, there are also those that carry only designer clothes. These can be great resources to enhance your wardrobe now if you are in serious need of new clothes, or you just want something new to wear. Consignment shops are great because you don’t pay new prices for the clothes but you still can find designer names and brands to sport around. Just make sure that you look the garment over carefully to ensure that you don’t end up with something seriously faded, ripped, torn, or stained. You don’t want to purchase a new power suit only to find that there is a wine stain on the jacket and you can’t return it, or get the stain out.

These are just a few tips to get you started building that great plus size wardrobe on a small budget. Within no time, you will be finding your own ways of modifying these tips to fit your style and preferences, and you will look great doing it! Happy shopping!

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