It used to be that people wore watches to tell time. While some still do, the truth is that the time for watches (excuse the pun) is over, thanks primarily to multi-function mobile devices that make the need for watches obsolete. Despite this, watches are still here to stay, if only for fashion’s sake.
As we pretty well know, your accessory can make or break your look. This is true for both men and women, and with men their main accessory remains to be the watch. So if you are looking for the perfect watch that will go well with most of your outfits, here are stylish watches you might want to add to your watch collection.
Capeland 10006 by Baume & Mercier
This flyback chronograph from Baume & Mercier looks classic with its polished steel finish, off-white dials, and Sapphire crystal case.
Longines L4.746.8.72
Part of the Longines Flagship Heritage Collection, this watch is simplicity at its best. Set in an 18KT Rose gold case and featuring a black leather strap, its a pity that you’ll probably have a bit of a hard time finding this one, already being sold out it many online shops.
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona
Whoever said that rugged had to be ugly? Well the Cosmograph Daytona sure proves that wrong. This watch is not only good looking but has all the bells and whistles any outdoorsy person would want. The model shown about features a black leather strap and an Everose gold case, but the watch also comes in steel, white gold, and yellow gold, with the option of going for an oyster strap.
Source: Esquire
Images via Baume&Mercier, PrestigeTime, TheFineWatchReview
December 31st, 2011 in
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New Year’s resolutions be damned. What I’m interested in right now is getting all ready for Spring 2012.
So is your wardrobe ready for the upcoming spring? Do you know which clothes to toss out and which ones to keep? If you’re still figure out how to do some spring cleaning in your closet even before spring itself arrives, here are some suggestions on some items you might want to keep:
- Keep all light clothing that are predominantly or have more than a hint of the top colors for Spring 2012. WeConnectFashion says that these colors are poppy, geranium, orangeade, canary, grass, tiffany blue, hyacinth, ink, honey, and sandstone. So unless your wardrobe is incredibly monochromatic, you’ll probably be able to keep a lot of key pieces that you can mix and match with newer items.
- Aside from items that are of the above color, you should also Fashionising advices that you keep your wide leg pants, tuxedo jackets, high slit dress, leather harness,and clothes with the 60′s Peter Pan collar. Just make sure that when you do take them out for spring, you pair them up with more spring-friendly items. This means trading your leather boots for sandals, lighter garments (i.e. cotton), and lighter colors (including the top colors for spring 2012).
- Last but not least, don’t toss out everything else just because they won’t do for spring. Remember, what won’t do for spring might be great for next year’s fall/winter fashion. Just store them and take them out for the next season. If you do find that most of the things you put in storage just doesn’t cut it next year, then you can always give them away then.
Photo Credit: Spring Colors 2012 via WeConnectFashion
December 15th, 2011 in
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Eco-friendly clothing is no longer the exclusive domain of hippie-types tossing Frisbees on college campuses. You can now wear a sleek dress and heels with jaw-dropping accessories for a look that is as hot as it is responsible for tangible improvements to social and environmental conditions. As a result, the market for socially conscious fashion options has exploded as new, innovative companies are introducing collections that are remarkably stylish and well-made.
Previous limitations in the market forced consumers to make hard decisions between fashionable and socially-responsible wardrobes. In most cases, you couldn’t have both. But as the environmental movement has grown, so has the cottage market for eco-fashions. Now, a number of highly talented designers and retailers are operating reputable operations that are keen on giving back to the world community and taking the industry to the next level.
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November 29th, 2011 in
Designers,
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No Comments »Whoever said that fashion is limited to your clothes and accessories? A true fashionista appreciates style in everything, even in cable TV boxes!
Earlier this month, Sky+ decided to celebrate their 10th year anniversary by offering a really unique, and very stylish, collection of limited-edition Sky+ HD 1TB boxes. The collection consists of 10 boxes, all beautifully designed by big-name artists and fashion designers including British luxury lingerie retailer, Agent Provocateur, and fashion illustrator and artist, Julie Verhoeven.
The designer boxes are available for sale to all Sky customers for £249 (new and existing), with a whopping £200 discount, with each box priced at only £49, given to existing Sky customers that will upgrade to the HD pack. Existing HD pack customers also enjoy a discount, though not as big as that of customers who will be upgrading their packages. Price of the designer boxes for the HD pack customers is £149 each. Oh, and a free matching remote control comes with each box.
Check out some of the designer boxes. I picked these out not because they are my personal favourites, but because they pretty much cover the whole spectrum of pretty varied box collection.
Box by Celia Britwell
Box by JayJay Burridge
Box by Roksanda Illincic
Box by Solange Azagury-Partridge
Photos courtesy of Sky
November 20th, 2011 in
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Fashion your passion?
If it is, then I won’t be surprised if you have your own blog dedicated to fashion. Whether your fashion blog be dedicated to the latest trends that have caught your eye or the numerous fashion faux pas we can’t help but laugh about, I’m sure you’ll appreciate having more readers to share your passion for fashion with.
If you need help getting more readers to visit your fashion blog, I would recommend signing up for Blog Search Engine’s services. Blog Search Engine is a web portal that can help your promote your blog by indexing your blog making it searchable to their users, posting a back link (helpful to your SEO efforts) to your blog, and writing a review on your blog. You can avail of their service for $14.99, which can be paid via Paypal. You can also opt to upgrade your package to get more visibility, not just on the web portal itself but thru links from the different blogs that belong to their blog network. You can even become the featured blog for a certain period, depending on the package you opt for.
By promoting your blog, you can be sure that fellow fashionistas will find the hidden gem that is your blog. Of course, don’t expect your blog to remain a secret once the word is out. Just remember to have some good and fresh content on your blog ready for your new stream of visitors so that you don’t end up wasting your efforts in promoting your blog.
Image Credit: Fashion Blog and Blog Search Engine
November 15th, 2011 in
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No Comments »Okay, so you might be an “amateur” fashionista. So what? Isn’t everyone who isn’t making money off of fashion an amateur? Just because you aren’t a professional of fashion, it doesn’t mean you can’t pass for one. You just have to have your finger on the pulse of what’s hot (as well as what’s not) for each season. As the winter, 2012 season approaches, fashionistas are in a flurry to catch the latest trends, so that they are not left in the cold of the fashion world. And just where do you find the latest, greatest fashion must-haves and must-dos for this coming winter season? Your best bet is to start right here, with these winter 2012 fashion tips for amateur fashionistas.
Menswear. You don’t have to be a man to explore this hot fashion trend. Try blazers, trousers, button-up fitted shirts, suit-jackets, pin stripes, motorcycle jackets, and mannish accessories like boots and hats. The idea is to look androgynous (like, either/or gender), so try mixing and matching these menswear pieces for a winter power-look. You don’t have to spend a ton of cash on this type of clothing, either. Raid your man’s closet (or your dad’s) and you’ll find what you need.
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November 13th, 2011 in
Lingerie |
No Comments »Who says that being a new mom means goodbye to sexy lingerie?
True, the image of a nursing mom is the last thing anyone would want to link to sexiness, but that doesn’t mean that you have to look like a feeding bottle in between nursing. If anything, it’s even more important to feel just as pretty and sexy now to help keep away those baby blues.
While putting on sexy lingerie wouldn’t guarantee that you’ll get your old shape back faster, we girls know that it will at least make you feel sexier; and when it comes to sexy, how you feel is more important than your size.
The good thing about the fashion industry these days is that more designers are paying attention to moms’ needs. To inspire you to go out and pick out some new sexy lingerie that will make you look desirable, here are some of my personal nursing bra favourites.
Purple Promise Nursing Bra from Mimamasemima
I love this bra because of the way they used overlapping fabrics of different designs to make this nursing bra look more fun.
La Mere Maternity Bra by Elle Macpherson Intimates
Simple white lace. Need I say more?
Sophie Maternity Bra from Panache Superbra
This one should come with a warning that says, “Danger, don’t wear if you don’t want another baby on the way.”
November 13th, 2011 in
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No Comments »If you are a fashionista on a budget, then you don’t have to sacrifice style just because your purse strings are a little too tight for the big names. Fortunately for you, you can find all the right accessories for the right prices, if only you know where to look. I put together this list of great sources for brand name accessories because, from one fashionista to another, I know what it feels like to go through accessory withdrawals, and I just can’t stand to see anyone in that kind of pain. Here are my tips for how to find brand name accessories for less:
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November 10th, 2011 in
Shopping Tips |
No Comments »We all know at least one person that is crazy about fashion. While we won’t dare try to please her with a piece of clothing, that doesn’t mean we can find her a gift that is fashion forward. Whether you’re shopping in the electronics or home department there are a number of great gifts to be found. Here are just five cool holiday gifts for fashionistas.
Handmade E-Reader Cover
You can purchase beautiful handmade Kindle, Nook and iPad covers online, but you can also find patterns and kits to make your own. This is a great gift for anyone that loves her electronics. You can find one in her favorite color or select a fabric with a pattern you know she loves and follow the online instructions. Just make sure you know which model of e-reader she has because the sizes vary. Keep Reading »
November 3rd, 2011 in
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No Comments »It may be time to bundle up, but that doesn’t mean you have to look drab this winter. In fact, winter 2012 promises to be quite colorful with an abundance of textures. Whether you’re going out to dinner or just heading to the office, there are a number of new fashion trends to latch on to. Here are just a few winter 2012 fashion trends to watch out for.
Fur Trends Return
Boots, hats, capes, you name it and it’s got fur. While furry boots were hot last winter, the trend goes a step further by covering everything imaginable in fur – from coats to sweatshirts and even the lining of your pants or skirts. Of course, you’ll want to opt for faux fur and honestly, you should keep it to a minimum or risk looking like the abominable snowman or worse – Bigfoot. Keep Reading »
