Sling bangs: a plethora of options
By cooldude | January 30, 2012
Bags are one of the best accessories which every woman loves. They are like a style statement and you will find a bag suitable for every kind of outfit. In the midst of so many different kinds of bags, sling bangs are very much popular. Youngsters and all working ladies absolutely love sling bangs. You will get a plethora of options to choose from and they add an elegant touch to your personality.
Big sling bangs look very stylish and cool with jeans and casuals and add a feminine touch to your personality. Apart from being fashionable, sling bangs have a lot of functionality. The exclusive design and sizes ensure that sling bags can be used daily as well as for camping trips etc. Rectangular, boxy and square are the basic three shapes in which they are available. You can carry camera, laptop, iPods and some other essentials in your sling. So, choose the one appropriate for your need and carry it in style.
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Hat options for you
By cooldude | January 27, 2012
Hats have always been a part of the clothing worn by the gentry since long. It can always add extra beauty or sheen to the dress that one is wearing to any occasion. This is true for both men and women. Though hats had initially been started to protect the head, with time it has become more of a fashion element than any protective gear. A hat is an easy and inexpensive way to deck up any occasion and looks classy and elegant in front of everybody.
For men, there are many types of hats available ranging from the Panama hats, fedora hats in heavy felted material, flat caps to trilby hats, bowler or derby hats and newsboy caps. One can choose from this range depending on the climate and one’s own choice. Among women, the most famous is the beret hat. Others include beanies, flirty cocktail hats, straw hats and many others, each available in different shades and styles.
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Learn to look sun kissed and warm this winter
By cooldude | January 25, 2012
It is easy to maintain a glowing skin in the summer, but the same does not happen in case of winter. Well, you can look sun kissed and keep glowing all throughout this winter by following a few strategies. Firstly, you must eat the right food. In winters generally we avoid salads. You must have fresh vegetable and fruits daily. Next, never allow your skin to lose the moisture at any cost.
You must use a good facial scrub to get away from all the dead cells that make your skin look dull and old. Scrubbing also helps to remove the blackheads, accumulated dust, and pores and make the skin glow. Use moisturizer both during the day and night. A spa or facial clean up is very essential to get rid of the dirt and dust on the face. Use a good sun block whenever you step out. A spray tanner and a powdered bronzer can be used to get a sun kissed look this winter without harming your skin.
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Creating Handbags Studded with Gems
By fashionstudentsonline | October 30, 2011
Handbags are quite a mandatory content of a woman’s wardrobe. Though various quality brands offer beautifully crafted handbags, one also has the option to create a handbag, or at least to replenish it with various gems to increase it’s overall appeal. Keep in mind, though, that such projects require a bit of prior research so that your final product is not only chic but also robust. A mistake can lead to a loss of precious gems.
Clean the surface of your handbag or purse well in advance and let it dry for at least a couple of hours (a day for leather purses). Select the right type and color of gems with respect to your purse. Do not randomly add gems. You can affix the gems using commercial adhesives or metal settings. Metal settings will require a bit of practice before going on to the project. In case of adhesives, allow a sufficient drying period.
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Cleaning Your Vera Bradley Handbags
By fashionstudentsonline | October 23, 2011
A good handbag can present your dress & personality well. The 20th century saw a dramatic replenishment of the handbag culture, transforming them into style statements. Many reputable brand poured into manufacturing quality handbags. Vera Bradley, a brand established in about 1982, employed quilted cotton for the manufacture of beautiful handbags. The best thing about them is that they are quite robust in nature and can be cleaned using a plain machine wash. Here are a few tips to ensure you do not spoil the appeal of your Vera Bradley handbag during cleaning.
It is mandatory that you remove all the contents of your handbag, including the ignored items like coins, pins and so on. Also remove the cardboard supports (inserts) which can be located at the base of your bag. Once done, use a mild detergent along with a delicate cycle of machine wash. Dry your Vera Bradley bag well.
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Placing a zipper on Your Handbag
By fashionstudentsonline | October 19, 2011
Handbags have now become an indispensable part of a woman’s dressing. Earlier, handbags used to be looked down as a utility to carry small items like jewels, money, etc. However, today’s world can make a fashion statement out of any physical item. A handbag generally is open at one end. However, if you wish, you can install a zipper on your handbag so as to secure your stored items. You will need some basic information about zippers & their installation before beginning your project.
It is good to start with a rough sketch. Draw a rough estimate of the zipper on your handbag. Leave a margin of about one half inch for the seam allowance. Make a clean cut about the seam line. Align the zipper over the fabric of your handbag, giving due consideration to the edges. Start sewing, ensuring strong stitches and locks. You can opt for a second round of stitches for added protection.
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Coordinating the Colorful Handbags
By fashionstudentsonline | October 14, 2011
Handbags, unlike the age old visions, are now more of a fashion statement and not merely a container to stuff your groceries. Nowadays, a huge variety of trendy handbags is revolving around the globe, all thanks to the creative masterminds at work. Also, one goes ahead to dress complementary to the handbag so as to present a chic picture. Here are a few tips so as to co-ordinate your look with respect to your handbag.
Handbags constitute of a blend of various hues. You can pick one out of these hues (your favorite) and wear the same somewhere in your dressing (like your shoes, belt and so on). You can refer a a color wheel to find complementing colors to the color of your handbag. Use the complement colors in your attire. It is interesting to note that any excess hue can be neutralized well using it’s complementary shade of color.
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Fixing Your Ripped Rubber Boots
By fashionstudentsonline | October 10, 2011
Rubber has always been used to fight water. Swimming wear, protective gear & boots – every product is useful even in the moistest of the condition. However, any cut or tear (known generally as a rip) in your boots can provide a pathway for the incident water, devastating it’s water proof quality. Some of you may directly throw away your ripped rubber boots. However, with some basic knowledge about boot repairs, you can get your ripped boot back into action in no time.
You can apply a rubber patch if there is a small (to moderate) sized tear. Scrub the affected portion thoroughly. Apply the self-adhesive and affix a properly shaped patch of rubber. Use a circular outward motion to ensure no air pockets are formed in between the patched area. You can also use a good quality liquid sealant to patch up the torn area in your rubber boots.
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Don’t Allow Your Leather Boots to Slouch
By fashionstudentsonline | October 5, 2011
Leather products have been cherished for centuries. They not only propose a classy statement of their owners but also have a good durability. However, leather items (especially boots) are vulnerable to various problems, including attack of moisture or slouching. Slouching refers to the crippling of the boots (especially if they are tall) when they do not have a good supporting framework to hold them up. This may cause unwanted folds or wrinkles, which may deteriorate the original appeal of your leather boots. When lying idle, you can use supports to hold the boots so that you can avoid their slouching.
If you wish to store your leather boots for a long while, make sure you clean them and install boot shapers to withstand the slouching. While buying new boots, make sure you choose a pair which fits your toes, heels & calf. They should also not be excessively tight or loose.
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Embellishing Your Western Boots
By fashionstudentsonline | September 30, 2011
As opposed to the orthodox vision, boots are no longer a utility. They are now looked upon as a style statement. If you have stopped using your western boots owing to their departed style, it is time you should take them out, dust them off & embellish them as per today’s trends. Such a project is good & worth investing, even for a newbie.
In case you need to give your shoes a makeover, you can use leather fringes (bought from your local store or cut off your old leather jacket) to align them over your boots. Use a good quality staple gun, or maybe a leather glue (or both) to affix the trims to your boots. If you like, you can also wrap a good belt around your boots to add up to the statement. Make sure you secure the belt in place tightly (using the buckle) so that it won’t get loose.
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