There are some items of clothing which are timeless and should always be there in your closet. Some of them you may know, like the ubiquitous LBD or "little black dress" and some you may be not that sure of. To help you out, here are three of them.
• A neutral-colored trench coat: A trench coat is a versatile piece of clothing which every woman should have in her closet. You can wear it virtually anywhere; to your office, a party and even formal events like wedding or going to the opera. They go with all kinds of clothes and are found in various lengths to suit all body types. A good trench court will accentuate your shoulder and make your waist look slender. The color to go for is either camel or navy so that it can be worn with any other dress. As a rule, it should always be larger than your skirt's length unless of course you are wearing a mini trench coat with a pencil skirt.
• A white shirt: Like the LBD, this is one piece of clothing all fashionistas will insist that you have in your wardrobe. As with any classic fashion item, a white button-down shirt goes with everything from formal pants to your everyday jeans. As for material, it is always better to go for wrinkle-free ones and make sure it well tailored to fit you well. To make sure you can wear it with anything, keep the length medium. Also go for simple designs around the bust area. While buying one, make sure that the shirt is not gaping at the bust.
• A well tailored suit: Make sure your closet has a classic two or three button jacket in basic colors like black, blue or gray and a matching pencil skirt or pant. While choosing this piece of clothing, pay great attention to the quality of the fabric. Go for lightweight, seasonal fabrics like rayon or gabardine. Also make sure it is tailored to fit you.
Being fashionable does not mean spending a fortune on your clothes and accessories; it means knowing what suits your body type and following those current trends that flatter it. With these items in closet, you will be ready for the world in your own personal style
Saturday 12 March 2011
3 Must-Have Jewelry Pieces For 2011 That You Should Know About
When we talk about jewelry, we mostly talk about women's jewelry. Though men have been wearing jewelry since ancient times, the bond between a woman and her jewelry is nothing compared to that. If you are planning to buy a piece of jewelry for the women in your life, here are some pieces which are must-haves for 2011:
1. Cocktail rings: Big and bold, this kind of ring has been in fashion for many seasons now. The focus in 2011 is on flower and animal motifs, so look out for rings with such motifs. They can be made of semi-precious stones like peridot, aquamarine and coral. The rings that have multicolored stones in them are especially in demand with butterfly and clover being the two most sought after motifs. For those with a little higher budget, cocktail rings made of emerald and sapphire are great buys. Even costlier are the gold and silver ones. If low on funds, go for copper or bronze cocktail rings.
2. Chandelier earrings: If you have been following red carpet glamour for some of the recent events, you will see that most female celebrities were seen with some outstanding chandelier earrings. This kind of earring was the pariah last year but this year, it is the top trend to follow. The long earrings touching the shoulder are very much back in fashion and they can be made of anything from solid gold to those made of semi-precious stones and even glass beads and feathers. They don't have to round all the time, hoop earrings especially those with diamonds are very much in demand. Other kinds of chandelier earrings in fashion are the pieces that come in such bright colors like green, cobalt blue or plum.
3. Stacked cuffs and bangles: Bangles and cuffs will be very much in demand in 2011 and the good news is, they can be more than one in number. Stacked bangles and cuffs is what the most fashionables are sporting right now. If the person you are presenting to crave a sophisticated and chic look, handmade cuffs that come with unusual textures is a good choice.
A right piece of jewelry can take the outfit of a woman from drab to something elegant. Again too much of it can make the most beautiful outfit look shabby. So gift the right piece and see how her face lights up when she opens the present.
1. Cocktail rings: Big and bold, this kind of ring has been in fashion for many seasons now. The focus in 2011 is on flower and animal motifs, so look out for rings with such motifs. They can be made of semi-precious stones like peridot, aquamarine and coral. The rings that have multicolored stones in them are especially in demand with butterfly and clover being the two most sought after motifs. For those with a little higher budget, cocktail rings made of emerald and sapphire are great buys. Even costlier are the gold and silver ones. If low on funds, go for copper or bronze cocktail rings.
2. Chandelier earrings: If you have been following red carpet glamour for some of the recent events, you will see that most female celebrities were seen with some outstanding chandelier earrings. This kind of earring was the pariah last year but this year, it is the top trend to follow. The long earrings touching the shoulder are very much back in fashion and they can be made of anything from solid gold to those made of semi-precious stones and even glass beads and feathers. They don't have to round all the time, hoop earrings especially those with diamonds are very much in demand. Other kinds of chandelier earrings in fashion are the pieces that come in such bright colors like green, cobalt blue or plum.
3. Stacked cuffs and bangles: Bangles and cuffs will be very much in demand in 2011 and the good news is, they can be more than one in number. Stacked bangles and cuffs is what the most fashionables are sporting right now. If the person you are presenting to crave a sophisticated and chic look, handmade cuffs that come with unusual textures is a good choice.
A right piece of jewelry can take the outfit of a woman from drab to something elegant. Again too much of it can make the most beautiful outfit look shabby. So gift the right piece and see how her face lights up when she opens the present.
Want To Get Pregnant Naturally?
Normally, pregnancy is a natural outcome of the sexual intercourse between two opposite sexes. However, nowadays biomedical researchers have made it possible for pregnancy to result without sexual intercourse as we see in in vitro fertilization. Through studies, more natural means through which you can conceive quickly have been discovered. Some women have not been able to conceive due to their inability to apply these techniques through which you can get pregnant naturally. The means are natural and therefore have no side affects. All you need to do is to take time and learn them. You can also meet your doctor to help in that regard.
The application of these means of getting pregnant naturally will also help you to cut cost. You do not need to spend even a dime in order to get quick result. The only sacrifice that you are required to make is to dedicate your time in learning the techniques. You will be learning about these techniques in this article.
It is important that you understand what ovulation means because it is the major determining factor in conception. Menstruation is different from ovulation. It is unfortunate that some women do confuse the two terms. A woman can only conceive when she is ovulating and not when she is menstruating unless the two coincide in rare cases. Ovulation is the release of a ripened egg to the fallopian tube where it will be fertilized by a sperm cell. This period is relatively a short period. It does not last long before the egg will die off and will be discharged out of the body during menstruation.
Knowing your ovulation period and then having intercourse on the ovulation period is the best day to get pregnant naturally. The ovulation period occurs after your monthly period has gone halfway. If you are having a monthly period of 28 days, then your ovulation period will occur on the 14th day. It lasts for 6 days. Your most fruitful day starts from the first day of ovulation till the 5th day of ovulation. These are the days that you should have intercourse. If you do not want to become pregnant, then you should avoid having intercourse on these days unless you will resort to the use of contraceptives.
Ways to determine the ovulation period
There are different ways through which you can determine your ovulation period. The first method of calculating this is using the mucus of the cervix. The cervical mucus becomes slippery and unclouded when you are ovulating. You can also chart your basal temperature with the help of ovulation predictor kit. Changes in the position of the cervix can also be used.
The application of these means of getting pregnant naturally will also help you to cut cost. You do not need to spend even a dime in order to get quick result. The only sacrifice that you are required to make is to dedicate your time in learning the techniques. You will be learning about these techniques in this article.
It is important that you understand what ovulation means because it is the major determining factor in conception. Menstruation is different from ovulation. It is unfortunate that some women do confuse the two terms. A woman can only conceive when she is ovulating and not when she is menstruating unless the two coincide in rare cases. Ovulation is the release of a ripened egg to the fallopian tube where it will be fertilized by a sperm cell. This period is relatively a short period. It does not last long before the egg will die off and will be discharged out of the body during menstruation.
Knowing your ovulation period and then having intercourse on the ovulation period is the best day to get pregnant naturally. The ovulation period occurs after your monthly period has gone halfway. If you are having a monthly period of 28 days, then your ovulation period will occur on the 14th day. It lasts for 6 days. Your most fruitful day starts from the first day of ovulation till the 5th day of ovulation. These are the days that you should have intercourse. If you do not want to become pregnant, then you should avoid having intercourse on these days unless you will resort to the use of contraceptives.
Ways to determine the ovulation period
There are different ways through which you can determine your ovulation period. The first method of calculating this is using the mucus of the cervix. The cervical mucus becomes slippery and unclouded when you are ovulating. You can also chart your basal temperature with the help of ovulation predictor kit. Changes in the position of the cervix can also be used.
Burqini Swimwear for Muslim Women Will Propel Islamic Female Olympic Competitors
Have you heard about the new Burqini Swimwear for Muslim Women? It takes many of the attributes of the Burka typically worn by the women of Islam and it combines those components into a one-piece full covering swimsuit. Go ahead and search this online at your favorite Internet search engine, and take a look at these new designs - many of which are very stylish. Now then, consider if you will how this opens up the door for more activities which women wearing burkas historically could not do.
For instance, how about a women's bobsled team for the winter Olympics, or how about marathon runners, or other Olympic events such as swim races, high-diving, and synchronized swimming. How about bicycling, ice skating, or even track and field? What a wonderful new sense of freedom they might experience, increasing self-worth, self-esteem, and self-confidence for all the women of Islam - wouldn't that be an awesome new tomorrow for all of humanity?
Not long ago, I was talking to an acquaintance in Sweden and many of the Muslim Women which have immigrated to the country had been to the beach and enjoyed going into the water for the first time just for fun, they were quite happy, and they of course were mostly covered with their new swimwear; The Burquini. Right now these burquinies are somewhat controversial, but they have really taken off big time. From Australia to Europe they are a hot item amongst Muslim Women.
As the coordinator for a think tank which operates online it surely makes me smile to see this new found freedom and happiness. And I've been more than impressed with the designs, patterns, and colors too. This is a great innovation in swimwear and design. And it surely opens up so many future doors for greater participation in society, while they are still able to fully enjoy their heritage and culture. It's a brilliant solution to a pressing challenge.
It would be great to see the women of Islam competing in the Olympic Games, as more and more find ways to honor their traditions, culture, and religion while still joining the rest of the world in honoring the human spirit as we all compete in sports, and share our humanity. Indeed, I am not sure what gave me this thought, other than the fact that the bobsled teams and Olympic speed skaters wear somewhat similar attire to the Burquini Swimwear. But why stop there, why not take this to a higher level, increasing freedom and liberty for all Muslim Women? Please consider all this.
For instance, how about a women's bobsled team for the winter Olympics, or how about marathon runners, or other Olympic events such as swim races, high-diving, and synchronized swimming. How about bicycling, ice skating, or even track and field? What a wonderful new sense of freedom they might experience, increasing self-worth, self-esteem, and self-confidence for all the women of Islam - wouldn't that be an awesome new tomorrow for all of humanity?
Not long ago, I was talking to an acquaintance in Sweden and many of the Muslim Women which have immigrated to the country had been to the beach and enjoyed going into the water for the first time just for fun, they were quite happy, and they of course were mostly covered with their new swimwear; The Burquini. Right now these burquinies are somewhat controversial, but they have really taken off big time. From Australia to Europe they are a hot item amongst Muslim Women.
As the coordinator for a think tank which operates online it surely makes me smile to see this new found freedom and happiness. And I've been more than impressed with the designs, patterns, and colors too. This is a great innovation in swimwear and design. And it surely opens up so many future doors for greater participation in society, while they are still able to fully enjoy their heritage and culture. It's a brilliant solution to a pressing challenge.
It would be great to see the women of Islam competing in the Olympic Games, as more and more find ways to honor their traditions, culture, and religion while still joining the rest of the world in honoring the human spirit as we all compete in sports, and share our humanity. Indeed, I am not sure what gave me this thought, other than the fact that the bobsled teams and Olympic speed skaters wear somewhat similar attire to the Burquini Swimwear. But why stop there, why not take this to a higher level, increasing freedom and liberty for all Muslim Women? Please consider all this.
The Definition of High Maintenance
I recently saw a slogan that said "I am not high maintenance - I just need more shoes". What is this with men calling us high-maintenance, anyway? It is hard work being a stylish woman!
In order to look perfect for every occasion, we need the right tools: the bubble-bath, the lotions and potions, the fluffy towels, the outfit, the make-up, the hairstyle and the perfect mani-pedi combo. Just imagine stepping out without all of those items?
As a woman, it's not about rolling out of bed, pulling on yesterday's jeans and moccasins and grinning at yourself in the mirror on your way to work. We have way too much class to do that. That is why I am saying - they call it high-maintenance, we call it classy.
What is wrong with a woman having 200 pairs of shoes, you ask? Only one thing - it is only two hundred and not 300 hundred. There are 365 days in most years, but being a woman requires a lot more than that. Firstly, there are the slippers you wear to get out of bed. They have to be soft and fluffy. Honestly, who wants to walk on cold floors so early in the morning?
We need a good pair of trainers for our morning run. More than one pair is necessary to match our different workout gear. After a shower, we need dress slippers. We don't want the fluffy ones to get wet in the bathroom. Enter the bathroom after a man has been in there and you will know what I mean...
Then it is time to get ready for work. Different types days in the workplace require different shoes. You can not wear the same shoes to a lunch meeting with the boss that you wear on every other day. Besides, that new receptionist is so stylish in her Manolo's that it is very stressful to keep up. Just to make sure she knows her plays, a woman (high maintenance or otherwise) needs at least one pair each of Christian Louboutin, Giuseppe Zanotti, Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney, Barbara Bui, Rupert Sanderson, Azzedine Alaïa, Celine and Givenchy.
At the end of the day we need sexy stilettos for those cocktail parties and a few pairs of fetish shoes for later. Finally, when we are home alone and get to take a break from being "high maintenance" - we need a fair amount of comfortable slip-ons, ugh boots and satin slippers.
In order to look perfect for every occasion, we need the right tools: the bubble-bath, the lotions and potions, the fluffy towels, the outfit, the make-up, the hairstyle and the perfect mani-pedi combo. Just imagine stepping out without all of those items?
As a woman, it's not about rolling out of bed, pulling on yesterday's jeans and moccasins and grinning at yourself in the mirror on your way to work. We have way too much class to do that. That is why I am saying - they call it high-maintenance, we call it classy.
What is wrong with a woman having 200 pairs of shoes, you ask? Only one thing - it is only two hundred and not 300 hundred. There are 365 days in most years, but being a woman requires a lot more than that. Firstly, there are the slippers you wear to get out of bed. They have to be soft and fluffy. Honestly, who wants to walk on cold floors so early in the morning?
We need a good pair of trainers for our morning run. More than one pair is necessary to match our different workout gear. After a shower, we need dress slippers. We don't want the fluffy ones to get wet in the bathroom. Enter the bathroom after a man has been in there and you will know what I mean...
Then it is time to get ready for work. Different types days in the workplace require different shoes. You can not wear the same shoes to a lunch meeting with the boss that you wear on every other day. Besides, that new receptionist is so stylish in her Manolo's that it is very stressful to keep up. Just to make sure she knows her plays, a woman (high maintenance or otherwise) needs at least one pair each of Christian Louboutin, Giuseppe Zanotti, Marc Jacobs, Stella McCartney, Barbara Bui, Rupert Sanderson, Azzedine Alaïa, Celine and Givenchy.
At the end of the day we need sexy stilettos for those cocktail parties and a few pairs of fetish shoes for later. Finally, when we are home alone and get to take a break from being "high maintenance" - we need a fair amount of comfortable slip-ons, ugh boots and satin slippers.
Can You Really Increase The Size Of Your Breasts Naturally?
There is currently a lot of interest in the media about various natural supplements that a woman can take to increase the size of her breasts. But is it really possible increase the size of your breasts without going down the more drastic route and have breast implants? Apart from the high costs involved, surgery does come with complications. This article will explain the truth you need to know about increasing the size of your breasts, naturally and without surgery.
The size of women's breasts are determined by the levels of hormones in your body. These hormones being estrogen. The way to increase the size of the breasts is to increase the levels of estrogen in the body - much the same way that is used to allow men to develop breasts should they undergo a sex change.
The way the most popular breast enhancement products work is to increase the hormone levels by way of natural products. The natural hormone products are actually quite rare, but can be extracted and used to mimic the effects of estrogen which in turn increases their size. This is in fact quite similar to the breasts swelling during pregnancy. Women also experience some swelling during the week before their menstrual cycle. This is the key to increasing the size of the breast.
In addition to this, the treatments normally come with a lifting and firming gel, which will help increase the amount of fatty tissue in the breast area, which ensures that the volume, curvature and firmness of the breasts increases. This is excellent for 'turning back the clock' and helping women who have developed sagging breasts as a result of earlier pregnancy.
To clarify matters, you will not be able to go from a 34 AA to a 34 DD using natural breast enhancement products, it just isn't possible. You will however be able to increase your cup size up to 2 cups larger. Also you will not see instant results when you start the course of treatment. What you will however see is a gradual increase in the size and firmness of the breasts over a period of 2 - 3 months. When the breasts have reached their maximum increase in size by following the program, you can then stop taking the supplements. It may however be necessary to continue a low dosage of the supplements to maintain their shape and firmness.
Natural breast enlargement programs are designed for women who feel embarrassed about their bodies and want to increase their cup size by up to 2 sizes together with increasing the firmness to produce more rounded breasts. This is excellent news when you consider that you can add inches to your breasts without the need for surgery. Also, for women who have developed sagging breasts, this can be the answer. There are also a lot of testimonials from women who have said that they have not only increased their size and shape, but have also improved their self esteem.
In addition to increasing cup size and firmness, it has been stated that when taking natural breast enhancement products, women have also found they have extra energy and fewer headaches. This has been highlighted particularly during the menopause period.
Would I Recommend Natural Breast Enlargement Treatments
There are a number of companies that specialise in providing natural breast enlargement, but you do need to check out their products carefully before you make a decision to proceed. I would check the internet carefully to find unbiased reviews of their products.
So if you want to increase your breasts by up to 2 cup sizes, or simply reduce sagging without the need for surgery, then I would definitely check out this form of breast enhancement as a viable alternative. It does work, but you need to know if it will work for you.
The size of women's breasts are determined by the levels of hormones in your body. These hormones being estrogen. The way to increase the size of the breasts is to increase the levels of estrogen in the body - much the same way that is used to allow men to develop breasts should they undergo a sex change.
The way the most popular breast enhancement products work is to increase the hormone levels by way of natural products. The natural hormone products are actually quite rare, but can be extracted and used to mimic the effects of estrogen which in turn increases their size. This is in fact quite similar to the breasts swelling during pregnancy. Women also experience some swelling during the week before their menstrual cycle. This is the key to increasing the size of the breast.
In addition to this, the treatments normally come with a lifting and firming gel, which will help increase the amount of fatty tissue in the breast area, which ensures that the volume, curvature and firmness of the breasts increases. This is excellent for 'turning back the clock' and helping women who have developed sagging breasts as a result of earlier pregnancy.
To clarify matters, you will not be able to go from a 34 AA to a 34 DD using natural breast enhancement products, it just isn't possible. You will however be able to increase your cup size up to 2 cups larger. Also you will not see instant results when you start the course of treatment. What you will however see is a gradual increase in the size and firmness of the breasts over a period of 2 - 3 months. When the breasts have reached their maximum increase in size by following the program, you can then stop taking the supplements. It may however be necessary to continue a low dosage of the supplements to maintain their shape and firmness.
Natural breast enlargement programs are designed for women who feel embarrassed about their bodies and want to increase their cup size by up to 2 sizes together with increasing the firmness to produce more rounded breasts. This is excellent news when you consider that you can add inches to your breasts without the need for surgery. Also, for women who have developed sagging breasts, this can be the answer. There are also a lot of testimonials from women who have said that they have not only increased their size and shape, but have also improved their self esteem.
In addition to increasing cup size and firmness, it has been stated that when taking natural breast enhancement products, women have also found they have extra energy and fewer headaches. This has been highlighted particularly during the menopause period.
Would I Recommend Natural Breast Enlargement Treatments
There are a number of companies that specialise in providing natural breast enlargement, but you do need to check out their products carefully before you make a decision to proceed. I would check the internet carefully to find unbiased reviews of their products.
So if you want to increase your breasts by up to 2 cup sizes, or simply reduce sagging without the need for surgery, then I would definitely check out this form of breast enhancement as a viable alternative. It does work, but you need to know if it will work for you.
Good Gift to Women
Jewelry is always popular among women. Almost every woman loves to receive elegant and exquisite jewelry to flaunt their prestige value. Indeed, they are attractive and wearing them can make women look good. While among all kinds of jewelry, earrings are one of the best accessories for women, which can certainly enhance the personality of a woman. There are too many kinds of earrings to choose. I would like to introduce marcasite earrings, which are thought to be perfect presents.
Wearing marcasite earrings has been a custom for hundreds of years. And in modern times, the trend is going on. More and more people prefer to buy them. In my opinion, there are three reasons to account for this trend.
Firstly, they are cheap and affordable. Earrings made of diamond or other precious stones are beautiful and attractive, but they are so expensive that few people can afford it. Moreover, as a gift which is sent to friends as birthday present, expensive jewelry is not practical. However, marcasite earrings are cheap and affordable which won't cost you a lot.
Secondly, they are beautiful and fashionable. Though the price is low, they are beautiful. Low price doesn't mean low quality. The styles and designs of them are abundant which also makes women look charming and elegant. There are many designs including elegant silver earrings with topaz, graceful silver and circular stud, heart and love shaped earrings, and so on. The most important thing is to find the design which matches the receiver's personality and favor. For example, graceful silver and circular stud is suitable for those who are looking for a touch of simplicity. While heart and love shaped is more suitable for the young.
Thirdly, they are unique. The jewelry of some brands is usually similar to each other. However, marcasite earrings are always different. Only wearing unique jewelry can make a woman different from others and shine herself in the crowd.
Perfect presents are not equal to expensive gifts. In contrast, expensive jewelry is sometimes a waste of money, especially when you don't own that much money. If the gifts can express your sincerity and love, then they can be treated as perfect gifts. From the above description, we can find that marcasite earrings are one of the best gifts. Nothing is happier than receiving a gift which is selected by friends or spouse carefully. In conclusion, if you think much of somebody, send marcasite earrings to them and show your love directly.
Wearing marcasite earrings has been a custom for hundreds of years. And in modern times, the trend is going on. More and more people prefer to buy them. In my opinion, there are three reasons to account for this trend.
Firstly, they are cheap and affordable. Earrings made of diamond or other precious stones are beautiful and attractive, but they are so expensive that few people can afford it. Moreover, as a gift which is sent to friends as birthday present, expensive jewelry is not practical. However, marcasite earrings are cheap and affordable which won't cost you a lot.
Secondly, they are beautiful and fashionable. Though the price is low, they are beautiful. Low price doesn't mean low quality. The styles and designs of them are abundant which also makes women look charming and elegant. There are many designs including elegant silver earrings with topaz, graceful silver and circular stud, heart and love shaped earrings, and so on. The most important thing is to find the design which matches the receiver's personality and favor. For example, graceful silver and circular stud is suitable for those who are looking for a touch of simplicity. While heart and love shaped is more suitable for the young.
Thirdly, they are unique. The jewelry of some brands is usually similar to each other. However, marcasite earrings are always different. Only wearing unique jewelry can make a woman different from others and shine herself in the crowd.
Perfect presents are not equal to expensive gifts. In contrast, expensive jewelry is sometimes a waste of money, especially when you don't own that much money. If the gifts can express your sincerity and love, then they can be treated as perfect gifts. From the above description, we can find that marcasite earrings are one of the best gifts. Nothing is happier than receiving a gift which is selected by friends or spouse carefully. In conclusion, if you think much of somebody, send marcasite earrings to them and show your love directly.
The Best Hairstyle for You - The Hairstyle for Your Face Shape
The oval-shaped face is what they say, the perfect face shape, though not all people have this as some are born square-shaped, round-shaped, heart-shaped or even diamond-shaped. So what hairstyle is best for the different kinds of face shapes?
It is worthwhile for you to take your time and try to see what kind of face shape you have before going to the parlor. Since most stylists would just cut your hair the way you want it, it's best for you to know what kind of hairstyle would suit you the best.
OVAL SHAPE. People with an oval-shaped face can get away with any kind of hairstyle. Long, short, curly, straight, wavy, it would suit them. Though one must remember not to exaggerate your hairstyle like cutting your bangs super short, instead of emphasizing your oval face, you would look as if you have a round-shaped face.
DIAMOND SHAPE. The flaw of this face shape is that you have a longer face, wider cheeks and a narrow forehead and chin. Give yourself bangs to shorten the look of your face. It is also advisable for you to part your hair sideways instead of the middle so that it won't point out to the line where your face elongates.
ROUND SHAPE. The important thing when you have a round-shaped face is to never give extra volume to your hair, for it would only emphasize its roundness. Soft curls or wavy locks would be okay. Don't give yourself bangs since your round faces are equal in all portions, bangs would make your face shorter. Also give your hair a little height to lengthen your face.
SQUARE SHAPE. People with a square-shaped face have wider jaws. When giving yourself bangs, don't go for the full bangs look as it would highlight the squareness of your face, long side bangs would work. Remember that you must take away the attention from your jaw, give yourself layers to soften it.
HEART SHAPE. Heart-shaped faces needs to lengthen their faces since it's more on width. If you desire bangs, it mustn't be heavy and full, side bangs are okay. It is also advisable for you to part your hair in the middle to create an illusion of length.
Since oval is the desired face shape, remember to sport a cut that would make you look as though you have an oval-shaped face, or at least close to it.
It is worthwhile for you to take your time and try to see what kind of face shape you have before going to the parlor. Since most stylists would just cut your hair the way you want it, it's best for you to know what kind of hairstyle would suit you the best.
OVAL SHAPE. People with an oval-shaped face can get away with any kind of hairstyle. Long, short, curly, straight, wavy, it would suit them. Though one must remember not to exaggerate your hairstyle like cutting your bangs super short, instead of emphasizing your oval face, you would look as if you have a round-shaped face.
DIAMOND SHAPE. The flaw of this face shape is that you have a longer face, wider cheeks and a narrow forehead and chin. Give yourself bangs to shorten the look of your face. It is also advisable for you to part your hair sideways instead of the middle so that it won't point out to the line where your face elongates.
ROUND SHAPE. The important thing when you have a round-shaped face is to never give extra volume to your hair, for it would only emphasize its roundness. Soft curls or wavy locks would be okay. Don't give yourself bangs since your round faces are equal in all portions, bangs would make your face shorter. Also give your hair a little height to lengthen your face.
SQUARE SHAPE. People with a square-shaped face have wider jaws. When giving yourself bangs, don't go for the full bangs look as it would highlight the squareness of your face, long side bangs would work. Remember that you must take away the attention from your jaw, give yourself layers to soften it.
HEART SHAPE. Heart-shaped faces needs to lengthen their faces since it's more on width. If you desire bangs, it mustn't be heavy and full, side bangs are okay. It is also advisable for you to part your hair in the middle to create an illusion of length.
Since oval is the desired face shape, remember to sport a cut that would make you look as though you have an oval-shaped face, or at least close to it.
Getting Your Body Back After Giving Birth
You give up a lot when you become a parent, but your body should never be something you give up on. Despite what you may have watched other women go through and no matter what ideas you have about the female body after giving birth, there is no reason you can't get back into tip top shape after giving birth.
There are three simple things you need to do in order to restore your pre-pregnancy health after birth:
• Assessment
• Goals
• Action
That may seem overly simplistic, but it is in fact the basic recipe for accomplishing anything that you really want to achieve in life.
Assessment
As soon as you feel up to it, take all of your clothing off and look at yourself in a full length mirror. This needs to be done after you have given birth and have given your body at least a few weeks to reduce the swelling that is natural after giving birth. Don't torture yourself by doing this while the baby is still in the womb.
Now, assess what you think would have to be accomplished to feel comfortable with your body again. Maybe for you it's trimming up your thighs and rear end, but for someone else serious focus may be needed in the core of the body. This is a personalized journey, so just honestly assess what you think needs to be done to get your body back.
Goals
Now, it's time to pick up pen and paper and write down some goals based up on your assessment results. Get very specific here or your goals won't be easy to reach. For instance, rather than saying you would like to lose weight, state how many pounds you think would need to be lost. This will require stepping on the scale to get an accurate accounting of your starting point.
Other goals may be to tone or tighten up certain areas of the body or to lose fat from particular areas of the body. Note that you cannot force your body to lose fat just from one area of the body. You will need to focus on fat loss throughout the entire body to achieve that.
Make your goals as specific as possible and keep them tightly focused to your assessment results. Also, make sure they are realistic so you don't set yourself up for disappointment. Remember your life is not what it used to be prior to becoming a parent, so you may have less time now to devote to workouts.
Action
You will never get your body back just by writing down goals. You have to follow through with real action! This means performing workouts that will help achieve your goals and watching what you eat.
It is important to clear your workout schedule with a doctor and never to start working out before you are given approval. Also, if you are breastfeeding make sure you are not restricting your diet too much. You can choose healthier foods and that will help you meet your goals while feeding your baby higher quality nutrients.
The time to really get your body back is after your baby has grown some and you are physically and mentally ready to start working out on a routine basis. Give yourself time to adjust to your new life as a parent, then take action on those goals!
There are three simple things you need to do in order to restore your pre-pregnancy health after birth:
• Assessment
• Goals
• Action
That may seem overly simplistic, but it is in fact the basic recipe for accomplishing anything that you really want to achieve in life.
Assessment
As soon as you feel up to it, take all of your clothing off and look at yourself in a full length mirror. This needs to be done after you have given birth and have given your body at least a few weeks to reduce the swelling that is natural after giving birth. Don't torture yourself by doing this while the baby is still in the womb.
Now, assess what you think would have to be accomplished to feel comfortable with your body again. Maybe for you it's trimming up your thighs and rear end, but for someone else serious focus may be needed in the core of the body. This is a personalized journey, so just honestly assess what you think needs to be done to get your body back.
Goals
Now, it's time to pick up pen and paper and write down some goals based up on your assessment results. Get very specific here or your goals won't be easy to reach. For instance, rather than saying you would like to lose weight, state how many pounds you think would need to be lost. This will require stepping on the scale to get an accurate accounting of your starting point.
Other goals may be to tone or tighten up certain areas of the body or to lose fat from particular areas of the body. Note that you cannot force your body to lose fat just from one area of the body. You will need to focus on fat loss throughout the entire body to achieve that.
Make your goals as specific as possible and keep them tightly focused to your assessment results. Also, make sure they are realistic so you don't set yourself up for disappointment. Remember your life is not what it used to be prior to becoming a parent, so you may have less time now to devote to workouts.
Action
You will never get your body back just by writing down goals. You have to follow through with real action! This means performing workouts that will help achieve your goals and watching what you eat.
It is important to clear your workout schedule with a doctor and never to start working out before you are given approval. Also, if you are breastfeeding make sure you are not restricting your diet too much. You can choose healthier foods and that will help you meet your goals while feeding your baby higher quality nutrients.
The time to really get your body back is after your baby has grown some and you are physically and mentally ready to start working out on a routine basis. Give yourself time to adjust to your new life as a parent, then take action on those goals!
A Terrific Look For Prom Dresses
Want to start a craze with prom dresses? Are you planning to make a statement in prom night by not necessarily putting on a lot of make-up? Well, fret no more! I am here to tell you just what you can put on to accomplish a nearly no make-up look without looking pale like a ghost.
Start out with a sparkling and sleek skin with a suitable facial soap and cream for your face. A toner or a clarifying lotion could furthermore aid in conditioning your facial skin even more. Now you have got the skin cleaned and softened, prepare to place a little liquid foundation to smooth out any spots or skin discoloration. If you've got none of these then you can certainly do away with foundation. Following that, if you have over plucked or thin brows, fill it in using an eyebrow liner or powder. What I always tell folks is always to pick one color lighter than their hair color. Eyebrows frame the face however, dark brows could make you appear mean and surly. After that, work with a bit of blush on your cheekbones then make sure your eye lids are clean, apply a little bit of natural or earth tone eye shadow and follow it with a quick eye liner. Then the most important thing to this look is the mascara.
Mascara lets you darken and lengthen your eyelashes to real movie starlet allure, and forms the core part of numerous women's make-up bags. Make the most of this particular crucial bit of makeup kit by using these 3 crucial mascara recommendations.
Tip One: Apply Mascara With A 'Zig Zag' Motion
Rather then basically sweeping the mascara brush from the root base of your lashes towards the tip in one downward (or upward) motion, agitate the brush forward and backward in a 'zig zag' action. This movement helps to decrease the odds of mascara clumps, as exactly the required amount of product is put on due to the short period the brush spends around the lashes. It may take a couple of goes to have this perfect, so practice well before performing it for real.
Tip Two: Use A Nice and clean Mascara Brush To End
If you want to avoid panda eyes - and let's be honest, who doesn't? - then it is important you get rid of every extra mascara out of your lashes when the application is finished. One method of making sure the quantity used is suitable is mentioned above, but it's best to check after the use also. The best way to do this is by using a thoroughly clean mascara brush, possibly one used in a mascara which has been washed clean, to sweep on the eyelashes and collect any unnecessary product.
Tip Three: Emphasize The Corners of one's eyes
For really glamorous eyelashes without appearing like you are caked in mascara, just apply the product to the edges of the eyes. This opens the eyes out without making your eyelashes look heavy with mascara.
Now I really hope I was able to convince you to start this trend to wear with any prom dresses. Having only a few dabs of blush along with a bit of lip gloss and lots of mascara, you'll seem fresh and dashing for your extraordinary evening!
Start out with a sparkling and sleek skin with a suitable facial soap and cream for your face. A toner or a clarifying lotion could furthermore aid in conditioning your facial skin even more. Now you have got the skin cleaned and softened, prepare to place a little liquid foundation to smooth out any spots or skin discoloration. If you've got none of these then you can certainly do away with foundation. Following that, if you have over plucked or thin brows, fill it in using an eyebrow liner or powder. What I always tell folks is always to pick one color lighter than their hair color. Eyebrows frame the face however, dark brows could make you appear mean and surly. After that, work with a bit of blush on your cheekbones then make sure your eye lids are clean, apply a little bit of natural or earth tone eye shadow and follow it with a quick eye liner. Then the most important thing to this look is the mascara.
Mascara lets you darken and lengthen your eyelashes to real movie starlet allure, and forms the core part of numerous women's make-up bags. Make the most of this particular crucial bit of makeup kit by using these 3 crucial mascara recommendations.
Tip One: Apply Mascara With A 'Zig Zag' Motion
Rather then basically sweeping the mascara brush from the root base of your lashes towards the tip in one downward (or upward) motion, agitate the brush forward and backward in a 'zig zag' action. This movement helps to decrease the odds of mascara clumps, as exactly the required amount of product is put on due to the short period the brush spends around the lashes. It may take a couple of goes to have this perfect, so practice well before performing it for real.
Tip Two: Use A Nice and clean Mascara Brush To End
If you want to avoid panda eyes - and let's be honest, who doesn't? - then it is important you get rid of every extra mascara out of your lashes when the application is finished. One method of making sure the quantity used is suitable is mentioned above, but it's best to check after the use also. The best way to do this is by using a thoroughly clean mascara brush, possibly one used in a mascara which has been washed clean, to sweep on the eyelashes and collect any unnecessary product.
Tip Three: Emphasize The Corners of one's eyes
For really glamorous eyelashes without appearing like you are caked in mascara, just apply the product to the edges of the eyes. This opens the eyes out without making your eyelashes look heavy with mascara.
Now I really hope I was able to convince you to start this trend to wear with any prom dresses. Having only a few dabs of blush along with a bit of lip gloss and lots of mascara, you'll seem fresh and dashing for your extraordinary evening!
The Secret How to Achieve the Perfect Airbrush Spray Tan
Tanning sprays that offer a realistic and workable alternative to sun exposure and tanning beds are hailed as the best possible solution for those who want a tan but not the risks associated with UV exposure.
Here are some tips and tricks to achieve the best and long lasting results when you use a home air brush tan kit -
• Before to plan to do the tanning spray treatment, remember to exfoliate your skin properly. This helps the solution stay on better, apply evenly and last longer. There should also be no lotions, or creams or other product build up on your skin either for these will prevent even and proper application of the spray tan
• Follow instructions on the product packaging for best results. If it says to keep on for X amount of time, follow the instructions, if it says don't get wet for X number of hours be sure to do that as well. Another tip - don't do vigorous exercise for some hours after - sweating will damage the results of the air brush tan as much as showering.
• Remember to wear loose clothing after the application because wearing tight clothes right on top of the newly applied spray tan is not going to give it enough time to set and you will have an uneven and patchy result.
• Drink plenty of water to keep the skin well hydrated - this helps to prevent skin drying off so that the air brush tan stays on longer
• Another way to keep skin hydrated and less likely to peel off along with the tan, is to moisturize regularly. Make sure there is no alcohol content (which could cause the tan to come off or cause streaking) or alpha hydroxyl acids (which gets rid of dead skin cells and hence the top layer of your tan as well).
Here are some tips and tricks to achieve the best and long lasting results when you use a home air brush tan kit -
• Before to plan to do the tanning spray treatment, remember to exfoliate your skin properly. This helps the solution stay on better, apply evenly and last longer. There should also be no lotions, or creams or other product build up on your skin either for these will prevent even and proper application of the spray tan
• Follow instructions on the product packaging for best results. If it says to keep on for X amount of time, follow the instructions, if it says don't get wet for X number of hours be sure to do that as well. Another tip - don't do vigorous exercise for some hours after - sweating will damage the results of the air brush tan as much as showering.
• Remember to wear loose clothing after the application because wearing tight clothes right on top of the newly applied spray tan is not going to give it enough time to set and you will have an uneven and patchy result.
• Drink plenty of water to keep the skin well hydrated - this helps to prevent skin drying off so that the air brush tan stays on longer
• Another way to keep skin hydrated and less likely to peel off along with the tan, is to moisturize regularly. Make sure there is no alcohol content (which could cause the tan to come off or cause streaking) or alpha hydroxyl acids (which gets rid of dead skin cells and hence the top layer of your tan as well).
The Secret to an Instant Mini Face Lift Without Surgery
Surgical options for looking better are many and varied (of course there is also the fact that different people have different views of what is 'good looking') but as in all surgery, cosmetic surgery can also, go wrong, and for many of us, going under the knife for such a seemingly vain reason is simply not an option!
So how to do you go about looking the best that you can, without actually getting a face lift or Botox injections or any other long list of other invasive and less invasive methods? Here are some tips that may translate as something of a mini face lift for you to consider -
A better posture - do you slouch or slump as you walk, sit and stand? Or do you hold yourself up straight, with pride and self confidence? Assume both; a good and a bad posture before your mirror, and see the difference between each. Holding your head up high will make your neck look longer and more slender, any jowls or double chin less evident and can add to your appeal.
Make up - Whether your skin is mid tone, or dark or fair, make sure that you pick the right colors for your skin color, and then take some help from a friendly online expert - youtube can offer you a number of tutorials on the subject or instruction DVD's and manuals will tell you how it's done.
Smile - It may be a cliché, but a smile does indeed increase your face value! It instantly ups your attraction, making a face appear happier, more approachable and more confident of itself. And if those little laugh lines do appear and the crow's feet become a bit obvious, wear them with pride; for they are a badge of honor of your years, and of having lived life!
So how to do you go about looking the best that you can, without actually getting a face lift or Botox injections or any other long list of other invasive and less invasive methods? Here are some tips that may translate as something of a mini face lift for you to consider -
A better posture - do you slouch or slump as you walk, sit and stand? Or do you hold yourself up straight, with pride and self confidence? Assume both; a good and a bad posture before your mirror, and see the difference between each. Holding your head up high will make your neck look longer and more slender, any jowls or double chin less evident and can add to your appeal.
Make up - Whether your skin is mid tone, or dark or fair, make sure that you pick the right colors for your skin color, and then take some help from a friendly online expert - youtube can offer you a number of tutorials on the subject or instruction DVD's and manuals will tell you how it's done.
Smile - It may be a cliché, but a smile does indeed increase your face value! It instantly ups your attraction, making a face appear happier, more approachable and more confident of itself. And if those little laugh lines do appear and the crow's feet become a bit obvious, wear them with pride; for they are a badge of honor of your years, and of having lived life!
3 Top Secrets Wealthy Women Use to Overcome Barriers to Creating Financial Freedom
When women reach a certain age, they begin to ask the important questions: "What will my retirement look like? Will I be able to maintain a specific lifestyle? How will money affect my sense of security?" Women typically are so immersed in the present day-to-day activities that they are too exhausted to think beyond that. No, not all women, but a good amount to make a difference.
What are the 3 big 'No-No's' that women find themselves doing that not only create barriers to financial success but actually prevent it from happening all together?
1. Not planning early enough. How many times have you said, 'I'll start that tomorrow" but tomorrow never came?
Financial Quick-Start: Map out your plan when you have your first experience with money. It's not too late, and it's never too early. Babysitting money, birthday money - it doesn't matter - map out your plan on how you will relate, save, spend and value the money that comes in and out of your life. Mothers, teach your daughters to become familiar and comfortable with money at an early age. The important piece is to start - your plan may change or grow, but it should be a plan that grows with you.
Put money and credit in your own name. Money and credit in your name is a sure way to boost your sense of security. Don't be hesitant to do this. Be proud and excited about the greatness of establishing your own accounts and credit ratings. Start small with bank accounts and credit, then expand into investments.
Putting money in your own name and knowing it is yours creates a feeling of security and independence. These two feelings build the foundation critical to living a financially independent life.
2. Closing the door to knowledge. Women don't speak up or ask questions when the financial planner comes around (if they have one). They fear looking uneducated or embarrassed about not knowing much about money. Or there's an attitude of "it'll take care of itself."
Financial Quick-Start: Read. Learn. Observe. Listen. Hire a financial planner. Get in the game. Expose yourself to several opinions on financial matters. Pretend you know what you are doing and the more you do it, the more you will learn. There is no shame in grabbing the money-lion by the tail and taking charge.
Learn what will make you money AND know what wastes your money. Read, read, and read again. There are great books out there for you to learn about money decisions, investing, income streams, and financial planning. Set a priority to grow your money enough to allow you to meet with a professional planner, accountant or someone you feel safe in asking questions and learning where to start.
The main purpose of knowing everything about your money is for you to make informed and responsible money decisions that will help your financial future instead of hurting it.
3. The "I-couldn't-handle-money-if-I-tried" thinking. This is thinking that will land you in the poor house. Actually, this is a defense mechanism designed to shield you from knowing the truth. The truth may be good, bad or ugly, but it's still the truth. And sometimes knowing the truth around your money can be scary.
Financial Quick-Start: Grow your confidence. To grow money, you have to feel good about it. And to do that, you must get in touch with your money. When control goes up, worry goes down. When worry goes down, security goes up and so does confidence. This means balancing your checkbook on a regular basis, knowing your rental or mortgage agreement at all times, opening and paying all bills on time, and reading your quarterly 401K reports.
You should expect more than the crumbs falling off the table. But, gee, you say, I have too many bills. Well, make a budget and stick to it. Sacrifice whatever is expendable (eating out, movie tickets, that cool smelling bottle of perfume) so you can get yourself into a power position with your money.
Decide what you can pay yourself each month then do it - no matter what! Start with 10% after taxes but no less than 5%. Before you know it, the dollars you are paying to yourself will start to add up!
What are the 3 big 'No-No's' that women find themselves doing that not only create barriers to financial success but actually prevent it from happening all together?
1. Not planning early enough. How many times have you said, 'I'll start that tomorrow" but tomorrow never came?
Financial Quick-Start: Map out your plan when you have your first experience with money. It's not too late, and it's never too early. Babysitting money, birthday money - it doesn't matter - map out your plan on how you will relate, save, spend and value the money that comes in and out of your life. Mothers, teach your daughters to become familiar and comfortable with money at an early age. The important piece is to start - your plan may change or grow, but it should be a plan that grows with you.
Put money and credit in your own name. Money and credit in your name is a sure way to boost your sense of security. Don't be hesitant to do this. Be proud and excited about the greatness of establishing your own accounts and credit ratings. Start small with bank accounts and credit, then expand into investments.
Putting money in your own name and knowing it is yours creates a feeling of security and independence. These two feelings build the foundation critical to living a financially independent life.
2. Closing the door to knowledge. Women don't speak up or ask questions when the financial planner comes around (if they have one). They fear looking uneducated or embarrassed about not knowing much about money. Or there's an attitude of "it'll take care of itself."
Financial Quick-Start: Read. Learn. Observe. Listen. Hire a financial planner. Get in the game. Expose yourself to several opinions on financial matters. Pretend you know what you are doing and the more you do it, the more you will learn. There is no shame in grabbing the money-lion by the tail and taking charge.
Learn what will make you money AND know what wastes your money. Read, read, and read again. There are great books out there for you to learn about money decisions, investing, income streams, and financial planning. Set a priority to grow your money enough to allow you to meet with a professional planner, accountant or someone you feel safe in asking questions and learning where to start.
The main purpose of knowing everything about your money is for you to make informed and responsible money decisions that will help your financial future instead of hurting it.
3. The "I-couldn't-handle-money-if-I-tried" thinking. This is thinking that will land you in the poor house. Actually, this is a defense mechanism designed to shield you from knowing the truth. The truth may be good, bad or ugly, but it's still the truth. And sometimes knowing the truth around your money can be scary.
Financial Quick-Start: Grow your confidence. To grow money, you have to feel good about it. And to do that, you must get in touch with your money. When control goes up, worry goes down. When worry goes down, security goes up and so does confidence. This means balancing your checkbook on a regular basis, knowing your rental or mortgage agreement at all times, opening and paying all bills on time, and reading your quarterly 401K reports.
You should expect more than the crumbs falling off the table. But, gee, you say, I have too many bills. Well, make a budget and stick to it. Sacrifice whatever is expendable (eating out, movie tickets, that cool smelling bottle of perfume) so you can get yourself into a power position with your money.
Decide what you can pay yourself each month then do it - no matter what! Start with 10% after taxes but no less than 5%. Before you know it, the dollars you are paying to yourself will start to add up!
The Art of Styling With Hair Sticks
Hair styling is an art and the better you master it, the brighter are your chances of improving your persona. It is interesting to find that every religion and culture nurtures its own sense of style. While westerners prefer open hair styles, women of the Orient prefer tying their hair in various kinds of buns.
There are a whole lot of options when it comes to choosing various bun styles, some of the best known being the cinnamon bun, the Chinese bun, the Chinese braided bun, the sock bun, the figure-eight bun, the hair knot bun, the Dutch braid bun, the half bun, the Japanese big bun, the ballet bun, and the loose bun. These different buns have their own charm but what draws gazes are the beautiful hair accessories adorning the bun.
One of the most popular hair accessories are the hairsticks which made its way as early as the emergence of early Egypt. These sticks were made of gold, silver, wood, ivory, and other metals and were mostly popular with the Romans, Egyptians, Greeks, and the Japanese. Later, hairsticks also made its way across the Chinese border and today they have become highly popular across the globe on account of the elegance they exude.
As part of tradition, hairsticks are still popular in Japan and China. The use of the highly decorative Kanzashi hair stick is very well-known in Japan. The Kanzashi hairstick reminds us of the Japanese Geisha women who dressed their hairs in big buns. Though the Geisha hairdo is traditional, yet it is loved by the modern generation. The Geisha hairdo looks best on women with long hair. However, women with short or mid-length hair need to play with their hair more so as to add volume to the bun.
For the Geisha hairdo, styling cream is applied to shampooed, dried hair. A comb is used to slightly tease the hair to create volume. The hair is then pulled into a high ponytail through a chignon foundation and secured using a bobby pin. Small sections of the hair are then wrapped and tucked under the chignon foundation. The final look is made complete by crisscrossing the decorative Japanese hair sticks through the chignon foundation.
Unlike the Geisha hairdo, a simple Chinese bun involves partitioning sections of the hair in two parts, rolling them over a Chinese hair stick and finally tucking them under the chignon foundation. Chinese hair sticks are mostly ornamental while Japanese hair sticks are based on floral or mythological motifs. Whatever be the theme or the design, hairsticks serve one great purpose - to highlight the beauty of women - reason enough to seal its popularity for generations to come
There are a whole lot of options when it comes to choosing various bun styles, some of the best known being the cinnamon bun, the Chinese bun, the Chinese braided bun, the sock bun, the figure-eight bun, the hair knot bun, the Dutch braid bun, the half bun, the Japanese big bun, the ballet bun, and the loose bun. These different buns have their own charm but what draws gazes are the beautiful hair accessories adorning the bun.
One of the most popular hair accessories are the hairsticks which made its way as early as the emergence of early Egypt. These sticks were made of gold, silver, wood, ivory, and other metals and were mostly popular with the Romans, Egyptians, Greeks, and the Japanese. Later, hairsticks also made its way across the Chinese border and today they have become highly popular across the globe on account of the elegance they exude.
As part of tradition, hairsticks are still popular in Japan and China. The use of the highly decorative Kanzashi hair stick is very well-known in Japan. The Kanzashi hairstick reminds us of the Japanese Geisha women who dressed their hairs in big buns. Though the Geisha hairdo is traditional, yet it is loved by the modern generation. The Geisha hairdo looks best on women with long hair. However, women with short or mid-length hair need to play with their hair more so as to add volume to the bun.
For the Geisha hairdo, styling cream is applied to shampooed, dried hair. A comb is used to slightly tease the hair to create volume. The hair is then pulled into a high ponytail through a chignon foundation and secured using a bobby pin. Small sections of the hair are then wrapped and tucked under the chignon foundation. The final look is made complete by crisscrossing the decorative Japanese hair sticks through the chignon foundation.
Unlike the Geisha hairdo, a simple Chinese bun involves partitioning sections of the hair in two parts, rolling them over a Chinese hair stick and finally tucking them under the chignon foundation. Chinese hair sticks are mostly ornamental while Japanese hair sticks are based on floral or mythological motifs. Whatever be the theme or the design, hairsticks serve one great purpose - to highlight the beauty of women - reason enough to seal its popularity for generations to come
How To Wear An Indian Sari
Wearing a Sari is an important part of being an Indian woman. It is a classic and elegant piece of clothing and hugely versatile. It is also one of the few pieces of clothing that is both comfortable and graceful.
When you buy your first sari, you don't have to worry about your size or height, one size fits all. It can hide your shape or accentuate your curves. It is all a matter of how you choose to wear it.
For some one who has never worn a sari, the process of dressing yourself may look difficult. But let us take you through dressing in the traditional style step by step.
Step one.
First of all, you will need a blouse that ends just below the bust and a floor length petticoat tied tightly to your waist. Make sure these two pieces match and compliment the color of the sari.
Step two.
Starting with the plain end of the sari, wrap it once around your waist and come back to your starting point. All the while make sure you are tucking the sari into your petticoat and make sure the hem touches the ground and is even and adjusted. You may want to make a few pleats to begin with to tuck into your petticoat. This will help secure it.
Step three.
Gather the pallu (the decorated end of the sari) and fold it into pleats. Bring this end once around your waist and drop it over your left shoulder. The length usually goes down to the back of the knee. Some people like to have it shorter or longer. It all depends on your personal preference.
Step four.
Next, you will work with the fabric rested on the front of your chest and wrap it around you, under your right arm, to make sure it is tight and worn well.
Step five.
Now you will have all the excess fabric of the sari in front of you, pulled tight and at waist height. Take the excess fabric and work with the right end, which will be the plain end, and begin to make pleats. The pleats will want to be about five inches across.
Wrap the sari between your thumb and little finger. This will give you the right sized pleats. Make about seven to ten pleats and then hold them up together so that they fall straight and even. Finally tuck the pleats into your waist, just left of your navel.
Step six.
Congratulations, you are now wearing your sari. Having the sari resting over your left shoulder will give you room to move around and use your hands. But if you are going to a nice weeding and you want to show off your pallu, then you might want to lower it from your shoulder and hold it in your hand.
Tips.
Make sure you are wearing your heels before you start dressing yourself in the sari.
You might want to use a safety pin to secure the pleats together near the navel and also at the shoulder to keep those pleats secure.
When you buy your first sari, you don't have to worry about your size or height, one size fits all. It can hide your shape or accentuate your curves. It is all a matter of how you choose to wear it.
For some one who has never worn a sari, the process of dressing yourself may look difficult. But let us take you through dressing in the traditional style step by step.
Step one.
First of all, you will need a blouse that ends just below the bust and a floor length petticoat tied tightly to your waist. Make sure these two pieces match and compliment the color of the sari.
Step two.
Starting with the plain end of the sari, wrap it once around your waist and come back to your starting point. All the while make sure you are tucking the sari into your petticoat and make sure the hem touches the ground and is even and adjusted. You may want to make a few pleats to begin with to tuck into your petticoat. This will help secure it.
Step three.
Gather the pallu (the decorated end of the sari) and fold it into pleats. Bring this end once around your waist and drop it over your left shoulder. The length usually goes down to the back of the knee. Some people like to have it shorter or longer. It all depends on your personal preference.
Step four.
Next, you will work with the fabric rested on the front of your chest and wrap it around you, under your right arm, to make sure it is tight and worn well.
Step five.
Now you will have all the excess fabric of the sari in front of you, pulled tight and at waist height. Take the excess fabric and work with the right end, which will be the plain end, and begin to make pleats. The pleats will want to be about five inches across.
Wrap the sari between your thumb and little finger. This will give you the right sized pleats. Make about seven to ten pleats and then hold them up together so that they fall straight and even. Finally tuck the pleats into your waist, just left of your navel.
Step six.
Congratulations, you are now wearing your sari. Having the sari resting over your left shoulder will give you room to move around and use your hands. But if you are going to a nice weeding and you want to show off your pallu, then you might want to lower it from your shoulder and hold it in your hand.
Tips.
Make sure you are wearing your heels before you start dressing yourself in the sari.
You might want to use a safety pin to secure the pleats together near the navel and also at the shoulder to keep those pleats secure.