Bill Ely

On Fashion, Clothing, Jewelry and Shopping

Blocking UV rays

Posted by admin in Uncategorized
05 12th, 2008

Sunglasses do aid in protecting your eyes from sunlight. Having the bright sun directly shine on your face is quite uncomfortable. It may be used in outdoor activities like when you are in the beach, having kite flying or just simply having a walk in an open area. It is suggested that people wear these glasses since ultraviolet rays are quite destructive to the eyes which an even lead to diseases.

Other than for protection function it is also quite fashionable. Moderately sized and big shades are trendy and also used by famous people to mask their face. Now there are arrays of frames and styles like Onassis glasses, aviator shades, mirrored shades, etc. Because of the recognition of sunglasses many men’s sunglasses and women’s sunglasses brand materialized which may be pretty expensive. Though some may wear it to be posh the main rationale for wearing it is for UV protection.



05 12th, 2008

Barbie has been around for quite some time now and is very popular not only for kids but also for teenage and adult girls. It is not just considered simply as a toy but a fashion icon. The dolls come in varieties of clothing and outfits which attracts the costumers. Because of the popularity of the doll the company brought it to newer heights like having doll’s house, fashion accessories, books, and even video games.

Through Barbie’s online games you can do a lot of activities like dressing it up. You can engage your kids in playing online. It is fun having dress up games, make-over games and  fashion games which comes in different games. With the Barbie phenomenon, young girls and adult women can be trendy all because of this doll.



summer craze

Posted by admin in swimwear
05 8th, 2008

It is summer again and there are lots of beach bums going to the shores. In the beach you can see most people parading their bodies with different styles of bikinis. There are varieties of bikinis that will match your choice and your body. For the conservative ones there are tankini which is like a tank top and a bikini. If you are on playing sports like beach volleyball you can consider wearing a sports bikini. Others who are bolder to flaunt their bodies have choices like the Brazilian bikini, thong bikini or string bikini.

Even if summer is already ending you still have the chance to take a trip, have a relaxing time on the beach and have a go in the trip in style. It is the best time to have bonding whether it is your family, friends or love ones. Enjoy the hot day with the cool sparkling water and have a nature adventure with them.

 



Fahion as a career path

Posted by admin in fashion
05 2nd, 2008

Are you interested in fashion design and you want to take designing seriously? Well there are many options for you to learn to get connected in fashion industry. There are many areas you need to learn in order to succeed in a competitive industry. If you enrolled in a fashion school you can learn a lot of areas like clothing design, fashion merchandising, fashion marketing, fashion in general, etc. It is a training ground, skills and experience for all the aspiring designers. Aside from that you can pick short courses which can run from 18 or 20 months. There are also classes offered like Trend Forecasting, Fashion Product Development, and Portfolio Review so that you can make advances in the fashion industry. . Having a career path in fashion indeed needs a concrete knowledge which you can learn from school. You can find fashion programs and schools available so that you can have a head start in your career path.



4 C’s

Posted by admin in jewellery
04 23rd, 2008

Diamonds are quite precious and are expensive so it is best that you know how to eye if it is costly or not. You have to a good judgment if the diamond has a good quality and also the estimate of the price. It is essential to know the 4 C’s when buying a diamond: Cut, Color, Carat and Clarity.

ü The cut is comprised by the well proportioned array of the surfaces in order to show a diamonds form and look. Because of the cut the diamond may magnify its brilliance since the surfaces can reflect and refract light. Examples of these are round, fancy cut, princess cut, etc.

ü in Color the most valuable in diamonds are colorless or bright white. It is graded from d-z. D is the most precious since it is colorless then while going up too the alphabet the diamonds color turns into yellow. Other colored diamonds come from gray, red, blue, orange, green, and pink. They are caused by chemical or structural impurities.

ü Carat is the measure of a diamond’s weight. . A carat is equal to 200 milligrams of actual weight. The heavier the diamond the more expensive it gets.

ü Clarity is the perfection of the diamond it includes the flaws like the blemishes, bubbles, lines and spots. Those diamonds which are clear are more expensive than those which are cloudy.

Through having all these notes in mind you will never go wrong in buying your diamond.

 



Project Runway

Posted by admin in fashion
04 15th, 2008

I have been a fan Bravo network; their shows main focus is pop culture which includes reality shows, makeovers, and celebrities. I love project runway the most. I have watched the show from season to season. I am amazed with the great talents that each contestants have. The contestants are given a different theme for their garment every episode. Even if they pressured because of the limited time and budget they are given, they still manage to come up with wonderful designs. Aside from that I also keep an eye on the outfits of Heidi Klum and Nina Garcia, they are truly fashion icons. The next season is now shaping to be on air by July 2008. I hope that project runway can continue from season to season so more people can showcase their talents.



Foot Fetish

Posted by admin in Flip-flop
03 6th, 2008

Stylish and comfy sandals is a must have for everyone. Many consider their feet their fetish so they really go for the most fashionable and classy picks. There are already a variety of new eye catching and adorable designs for the upcoming season.

If you are one of those who adore sandals you must consider buying sandals preferably in a store known with great quality. You should also be looking for great intenet sites that give good deals. There are many highly rated sites that cater those who are looking for good quality sandals. They have variety of products that you can choose from. They have quite a number of styles and signature sandals and flip-flops with fair prices and now they give out discounts for those who will purchase their products. They also offer a high quality product that comes with secure and fast shipping and they also have money back guarantee for those who are not satisfied with the products. They also have a variety of products that you can choose from. This online store will surely amaze those who are sandals lover.



shoe policy

Posted by admin in shoes
02 26th, 2008

No matter how expensive and high quality your shoe is it depends on the owner how long is its lifetime. You should know how to take care and maintain your shoes to prolong its use. Here are the does and don’ts in footwear.

v Do buy quality shoes that have perfect fit. Buy shoes in the evening because feet are larger in the end of the day.
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Do not wear the same pair consecutively, like humans it also needs rest.
v Do immediately dry shoes when wet and stuff them with paper towels. Microorganism can thrive in wet or moist shoes.
v Do store shoes in a place where it can breathe but is not exposed in heat or the sun.
v Do not use soap in cleaning it can make leather breakable and sturdy.
v Do use a brush, cloth and warm water in cleaning.
v Do use shoe polish because it makes leather bendable.
v Do keep shoes sanitized

Approximately a person will walk 70,000 miles in a lifetime”, wherein your shoes is the one that helps you protect your feet your while doing so. Also people can derive impressions from the shoes you wear so you should master the know-how of shoes.



mix and match hues

Posted by admin in fashion tips
02 12th, 2008

The choice of color may be hard to match up but there are guidelines in what to do have a perfect color combination. Color is important in the whole concept of an outfit. The least you want to wear is a uninteresting outfit or a messy-looking one.

Beat the basics; you will never go wrong with it. Use basic hues like white, black, grey, flesh, tan, brown, cream and sometimes green is even considered neutral. Wearing this shades of color are not only safe colors since they match any other color plus they make you look sophisticated. Aside from that bright colors makes you look bulky and larger while dark ones makes you seem smaller and thinner. Do not make your shades over the top like using much color especially bright schemes. Having too much designs and color will defer focus. There are too many designs and colors the eyes can lose attention in an outfit. By mastering the color scheme you will never go wrong with anything you would want to wear.



defining fashion

Posted by admin in fashion
01 27th, 2008

Fashion generally means clothing and the most up-to-date version of style but it is defined by many into different terms and ideas. It may be synonymous to beauty, sense of style and glamor. In earlier eras they refer to clothes to know the place of a person in a society. Other than that is also related to materialism. Since people tend to evolve around clothes, accessories and the like. For others it is a form of self expression, for the clothes you wear may define your personality and lifestyle. Also it can build your confidence. Though there are different notions about fashion, it is highly regarded and trends are followed by many people. It is easily changing yet people seemingly adopt fashion trends.



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