What was old is now new again apparently; big gaudy jewelry is making a strong push for this fall and the evidence is already out there. Celebrities and fashionistas alike are sporting big beautiful necklaces and bracelets that would have had fashion police crying “foul” in recent years. Not only are jewelry wearers going big, they are going layered with the oversized-not necessarily overpriced-fashion accessories. Some charms added to these large pieces are as big as a baby’s fist and dangle well below the neckline. The First Lady has already been spotted carrying this trend forward and the runways are ablaze with big shiny reminders to the commoners on what we need to be looking for.
Don’t be mistaken though; this “heavy” trend is not just for the ladies as men are sporting necklaces that you could pull your car with. Ropes of chains corded together or just laying one on top of another, this big bold look is gaining some serious steam. Look for extra large flowers and huge stones of any color to spruce up that already fabulous ensemble you are planning on wearing this fall. Really you could probably pull this one out of your jewelry case pretty easily; (continue reading…)
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Archive for July, 2009It seems as if the rough global economic times are influencing current watch designs. Watch makers are going subdued and simple in the new watches out for this season and insiders say consumers are the driving force behind the move. Average people don’t want to spend overwhelming amounts on new wrist eye candy and most of the elite do not want to be seen as “showing off” there wealth to clients and customers.
So what’s in the mix for the new time pieces? Calls for a more simple style harkening back to the late eighteen hundreds and early twentieth century, are being answered by top designers, such as Krieger, and they are not hesitating to dig deep in their past catalogues for the inspiration. Skeleton plate watches- which allow you to see the inner mechanisms driving your piece- are becoming extremely popular, as are sporty plain bands that can be accessorized with casual or formal dress, making the style very practical. Stainless steel and other cheaper metals are rising stars again and while still looking the part of a classy watch, they are much cheaper to produce for the watch makers. All in all high end watches are going to still be pricey; they are just going to have a more down to earth look.
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Handbags may not be for studs, but studs are certainly for handbags this year. I am talking about the big doctors bags covered in studs or sequins. Are you ready to do this again; bright colors, elaborate stud work on enormous hand totes? Well get ready because they are back with a vengeance it appears.
Taking huge clues from that embarrassing fashion era between the seventies and the nineties; you say the decade, I am tired of reliving it, big bags with either bright colors or just the plain black and gold are what is in store for you if you want to be your trendy best this year. Circle patterns with bright rhinestones may sound awful on paper, (or monitor), but it is not so bad, really!
Celebs are lugging these bags around and are looking quite fashionable doing it. It looks as if the fashion designers finally figured out how to use studs and sequins in a flattering way. If the runways are any indication, these bags are going to be flooding the market and your closets. What was a questionable fashion decision twenty five years ago is no decision at all now. You must own at least one of these bags this season; if not one, then many, just purchase one already. (continue reading…)
The timeless Dolce and Gabbana brand, otherwise known as D&G, has come to symbolise the epitome of style and is synonymous with the sophisticated feel that makes it a must-have label in the celebrity world. The brand comes from the creative urges of Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana and gives D&G eyewear the contemporary feel of a product that is an expression of heightened style.
The Italian fashion house specializes in luxury clothing, fragrances and accessories including a range of attention-grabbing sunglasses that satisfy the ever-demanding desires of the fashion conscious. Buying authentic Dolce and Gabbana eyewear from online distribitors helps avoid the many counterfeit items that are available today.
Online stores carry a full range of hundreds of sunglasses for men and women at heavily discounted prices that come in an expansive selection of new and old styles, frames and lenses to satisfy the tastes, personalities and styles of those who insist on the creative quality associated with the D&G brand.
Dolce and Gabbana eyewear offers maximum UV protection and comes in many satisfying designs including metal-flashed lenses on plastic frames in a host of colours including grey, brown and a series of pastels. The designs are made unique by the addition of studs, inserts, strasses and swarovski gemstones. The range of frames and lenses offer a true reflection of the style of the modern discerning buyer.
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Since the explosion of the eyewear industry in recent years, the branding and styling have continued to elevate to an almost impassable standard. As concerns for the potential damage caused by UV light continue to rise, polarised sunglasses are not only used to offer protection from the glare of the sun but have also become a vital fashion accessory.
From a few dollars to a small fortune, there’s a range of sunglasses from such names as Armani, Calvin Klein and Versace as well as a host of other fashion houses that offer distinctive looks and feels. Whether it’s for driving, lounging by the pool or for sporting, there’s a brand and a style to suit everybody.
Of the top brands that specifically design eyewear for the sportsman in mind, both Oakley and Nike continue to produced an amazing array of polarised sunglasses.
Oakley offer an expansive selection of lens colours for changing light conditions. Constructed from plutonite, Oakley lenses offer 100% UV protection and are made in over 40 different hues to suit every possible light condition. The lenses are also designed to withstand high impact whilst playing sports using some of the most advanced technology available today and are also available on prescription. Although not as glamorous as designs like Gucci, Oakley include styles such as the Half-Jacket, the Thump and the Zero-S to provide an excellent sporting option .
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