Learn How to Clean Aluminum Jewelry Pieces
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Posted by Sanchita
Aluminum jewelry is notorious for attracting dirt and residue from body oils, after a certain period of time. Hence, it is important to clean them to elongate their life and save them from rendering useless in a short span of time. The jewelry cleaners available in markets are generally very harsh and can end up in ruining your favorite aluminum jewelry pieces. Discussed under is a simple step by step procedure using common household ingredients. The best part about it is that these are absolutely harmless on the base metal, that is, aluminum. Check out how to clean aluminum jewelry using homemade jewelry cleaner.
Materials Needed:
- Sauce pan
- Water
- bowl
- Aluminum foil
- 1 Table Spoon of Salt
- 1 Table Spoon of Baking Soda
- 1Table Spoon of Liquid Dish Detergent
Procedure
Step 1
First of all, take a cup of water and heat it in a small sauce pan.
Step 2
Next, you are required to cut a piece of aluminum foil with the size as that of a small bowl's base diameter.
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Dressing Up For An Interview: The Essentials
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Posted by Sanchita
Clothes
One has to be strictly dressed in formals for an interview. Even if the profile is not as formal as that of a management trainee or law practitioner, it is always wise to opt for clothes which are formal to a certain extent. Suits in the safe shades of black, navy or grey can never go wrong as interview dresses. Team them up with a blue or white shirt along with black leather lace up shoes and a black belt. Pick up a necktie that goes well with the suit as well as the shirt color and you are done with the perfect dress for an interview. In case of a not so formal interview, a well pressed khaki trousers with a button down shirt and leather dress shoes and probably a blazer can look wonderfully well
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Men's Jackets: The Selected Best Options
Monday, December 20, 2010
Posted by Sanchita
When it comes to winter clothing, men's jackets have always been on the priority list of males. Maintaining the warmth in deep freezing winter months and at the same time being uber cool on the style meter too, can be a tricky task. Thus, to make the choices simple, here's a guide to mens fashion jackets that not only ensure warmth but also ooze a prominent style statement as well! Take a look:
Ski Parka
When winters become too chilling to sustain, ski parka jackets are something that can help you sustain the exceptionally cold weather. It has got a weatherproof outer shell with an insulated interior. Hence, the rain, snow, sleet etc. is repelled by the sturdy outer shield while warmth is maintain from within the jacket. Ski parka is a popular men winter jacket option, that most of males have a preference for.
Insulated Canvas Jacket
Insulated canvas jacket is somewhat like the ski parka, the only difference being that where ski parka is a mens water proof jacket, insulated canvas jacket has a canvas exterior which can get dirty and can be washed out as well whenever needed. These canvas jackets are extremely warm and provide a chic sporty look if teamed up with a pair of ice blue denims.
Wool Trench Coat
Trench coats are another preferred style in the mens coat category. Wool trench coats are quintessential for every man's ideal winter wardrobe. It is a long winter coat the acts as a head to knee protection for an individual. Perfect for developing warmth and guarding business suits, it can also be teamed up with a casual sweater and scarf to get a classy and casual on-the-go look.
Amongst other mens jackets, leather jackets are also a popular option for winters.
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Men Winter Fashion: Trends 2010
Men Winter Fashion: Trends 2010
Friday, December 17, 2010
Posted by Sanchita
Winters always bring in some new flavor for the wardrobe. This season too, there a couple of must-have's in men winter clothing, which can help one stay stylish and cozy as well! So go ahead and check out the men's winter wear fashion trends 2010:
Tweed
Tweed fabric is as always on high on the fashion graph. Look for warm tweeds in dark shades and let the fashion meter soar high with the over all appeal. Blazer, trousers or coat, be it anything, tweed looks great in every whichever form.
Camel Shade Tones
In terms of colors, various tones of camel shade are undoubtedly the color of winters 2010. So what are you waiting for, just pick up your favorite blazer, trench coat or chinos in the classic tones of camel shade and stay updated with the style trends this season.
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Raring Red Menswear For This Christmas Season
Raring Red Menswear For This Christmas Season
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Posted by Sanchita
With Christmas just around the corner, its time to indulge into the spirit of Christmas and New Year festivities. Getting into the festive mood does not necessarily mean to go all casual, you can be dressed in formals and yet can get into the festive groove in a distinct way. Red being the color of December month, it can be played around in a number of different ways. Check out how to use red color for Christmas or Halloween clothing this season:
Waistcoat
A red colored waistcoat with either black or white formal suit can be one style statement that you can flaunt this festive season. All you have to be careful about is tone of the red shade, avoid going for bright red shades. Maroons and deep reds can do the needful.
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The Ethnic Silver Earrings
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Posted by Sanchita
Silver earrings has always been one of the most favorite fashion accessory among ladies. These earrings tend to create an intriguing earthen look and feel that goes absolutely perfect with the casual bohemian look as well as with the graceful formal attires. Being such a versatile piece of fashion jewelry, silver earrings are indeed a must-have accessory for every female's jewelry box . Take a look at some of the most beautiful silver earring designs here:
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Five Things To Remember While Buying a Men's Scarf
Friday, December 10, 2010
Posted by Sanchita
Men scarves are wonderful winter clothing accessory for men. A simple scarf wrapped around the neck not only saves you from the chilly winter winds but also looks extremely sexy and stylish too. The only trick is to pick the right kind of scarf and tie it in interesting forms to enhance the overall appeal of the entire look. Take a look at the pointers below which can help you select just the right kind of scarf for this winter season.
Long Length
The first thing to consider while buying a men's scarf is its length. Make sure that you get a kind which can be rolled twice or thrice around the neck and yet it has loose ends as long as tie length. Believe it or not but he multiple drapes enhance the oomph factor of a scarf.
Considerable Thickness
A bit of bulk is necessary in case of men scarves as a thin scarf would look nothing less than a toilet paper roll. But just do not go overboard with it as that too, might end up in a major fashion faux pas. Hence, pick a kind which is neither thin nor too thick.
Go for Stripes and Plaid
There are certain standard patterns which can never go wrong with men, that are – stripes, checks and tartans. Guys with varied body built up and heights can easily try on these scarf patterns as they are guaranteed to look good on everyone.
Experiment with Colors
Bright and bold colors are the name of the game in case of scarves. Do not hesitate in trying gaudy shades or multiple shades together. Just manipulate them sensibly with your varied jackets and overcoats and you will sure be making a style statement!
Scarf Tying Styles Matter
One of the most striking feature of scarf being carried is the way it has been tied. A man should know how to tie a scarf in different styles and of course be sure of what looks good on him as only then one can create a charm out of the entire look.
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How Do You Choose a Winter Coat?
Thursday, December 09, 2010
Posted by Deepa
Coats are the most fabulous pieces of women winter fashion clothes in a winter wardrobe of any lady! So, if you are looking for some tips on how to choose a winter coat, you have reached just the right place. This article will tell you all about how to choose just the right kind of winter coats for women! So, here we go.
Plan, Budget and Analyze When You Choose a Winter Coat!
Plan what? The fashion style you want to achieve through your new women winter coat! And also the specific needs- if any- that you must address when you choose a winter coat. For example, whether you want to look a professional, a casual easy going woman or an elegant woman with a different class of style. For each of such looks you will have to buy different types of womens coats- may be a classic long coat, a winter leather coat or a designer coat respectively! Here comes the budgeting part- can you afford to buy so many types of coats and if not, on what points can you compromise? Like, if you want a designer cashmere coat or a fur coat but you can't spend the handsome amount they need, you can go for woolen coat or a faux fur coat- they are cheaper options with more or less similar looks and feel! All these things have to be analyzed before you choose a women winter coat. Then you must also analyze the climate and your body type as to what will suit you the most!
Know Your Body Type and the Winter Coat Which Suits it!
Consider the following tips to choose the right winter coat for your body type.
- Womens Coat for Short Body Type- A short woman looks good in a knee length winter coat as this type of coat accentuates her legs down the knees makes her look taller.
- Womens Coat for Tall Body Type- A woman having more than average height must choose an overcoat with specialty cuts meant for such body types.
- Womens Coat for Plus Size Body Type- Although A-line coats look good on plus size women, they do not always need to wear them. They look good with a long, body skimming coat. However, market is also now full with specific plus size coats so they just need to step in shops and try out which style and design suits their body type the most.
Men Scaves: The Sexy Winter Accessory
Thursday, December 09, 2010
Posted by Sanchita
Men scarves are a trendy winter clothing accessory for men which can be played around in a lot many ways. wrap it, loop it, tie it just go about doing anything with a scarf around your neck and you are sure to make a style statement. Take a look at some of the men's scarves here:
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Men Overcoats : What To Look For While Buying
Wednesday, December 08, 2010
Posted by Sanchita
Overcoats are an essential for every man's winter wardrobe. It is a heavy garment that makes a bold style statement and also protects from the chilly winter winds and cold. Though, since an over coat is a bit expensive, it is not possible to purchase a variety of it. Hence, one has to be very careful while buying one as it has to be something which is not only trendy but also goes well with all kinds of attires. Discussed below are few tips which can help in buying the best of a men's overcoat. Take a look:
-The very first thing to keep in mind is the fabric of overcoat that you are looking for. Synthetic fibers like microfibers are quite warm, moreover, fabrics like cashmere-wool blends and alpaca can be a great options in case of overcoats.
-While buying a ready-made overcoat, one has to be careful about the size of the coat. It should fit well to the body as an ill-fitted overcoat can be a major let down in future.
-Overcoat length is an important consideration while buying an overcoat. Full length and half length (up to the knees) are two of the most popular overcoat lengths. Get one which suits your stature the best. A full length overcoat might not be a good option for short height men.
-Stay away from flavor-of-the-season kind of overcoats as such coats would render useless as soon as that particular design becomes obsolete and out of fashion. Hence, with overcoat designs basic styles and regular patterns would make a safe choice.
-Men's overcoat with pockets look wonderful and can be used for both office as well as non-office use. Apart from that pockets serve the utility purpose as well.
-Consider the number of hours you would be required to wear an overcoat. This one bit can be really useful while making a purchase as it defines the kind of overcoat you should ideally get to a great extent.
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Men's Sweaters: The Winter Wardrobe Essentials
Monday, December 06, 2010
Posted by Sanchita
Men sweaters can be apt alternatives for men when they do not want to carry the formal dress suit look. Sweaters serve the purpose of a semi-formal look together with smartness and elegance. These can be worn at almost every occasion and what's more, one can even have variations with sweaters by teaming them up with blazers and coats in heavy winters! Mentioned below are few tips which can help one understand the fashion quotient of mens sweaters better.
Caressing Cashmere Fabric
Cashmere is the best fabric for winters though cashmere sweaters are known to be an expensive deal yet, it is worth spending on as it is a very soft and thinner version of wool but twice as warm as ordinary wool. Besides, the designs and patterns available in cashmere are much more smart and trendy than the ordinary wool.
Versatile Cardigans
Cardigans are now being identified as winter trendsetters. Monotoned cardigans teamed up with a button up shirt and neutral necktie or a simple t-shirt can work wonderfully well as a casual attire. In fact, these provide quite a subtle and elegantly casual look.
Trendy Turtlenecks
Turtleneck sweaters are the favorite style of sweaters for most of the men. The extended neck pattern of turtlenecks make them perfect warmth providers in winters without compromising on the style part as one can indeed make a style statement by wearing a turtleneck sweater with a pair of denims. More so, a cable knit turtleneck worn with a well cut leather jacket or a sport coat can be a great winter wear option.
Prioritize Comfort
While purchasing a sweater, try it on to make sure that the wool is not itchy or rough on skin. The sweater should be comfortable with regard to size and fabric or else it wouldn't be a worthy buy. Thus, comfort should be the top priority while buying a sweaters.
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Men's Winter Coats: The Variety
Friday, December 03, 2010
Posted by Sanchita
Windbreakers
Windbreakers are the coats made up of a kind of fabric that shields the body from chilling winter winds and cold. It can be used both in winters as well as summers because it is paper light to carry in summers and too sturdy and safe to protect against winter winds.
Herringbone Coats
These are the classic coats that has been a favorite among men all around the world. The characteristic feature of herringbone fabric is that the twill woven pattern in it is reversed at regular intervals to form a sawtooth line.
Double Breasted Coats
Double breast coats are the formal coats that have a lapping on the front for buttoning the blazer. These are popularly used for formal events and functions. Double breast mens coats are available in various fabrics and styles too.
Trench Coats
Trench coats are the military style long raincoats which have straps on the shoulder and deep pockets. Though the original style of this particular coat has undergone a major change, as now trenches are counted in the men's fashion coats league.
Tattersall Coats
Tattersall actually refers to a pattern carrying squares formed by colored crossbars on a single color backdrop. Now-a-days designers use it for recreating the retro magic with trendier cuts and stitches.
Thus, all in all there are quite a number of options available for gents in winter coat category.
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Interesting Facts on Tiger Eye Stone
Thursday, December 02, 2010
Posted by Rk Oberoi
Tiger eye stone is the stone that is made up of silicon dioxide (silica). The stone has the parallel lines of golden, yellow or reddish brown lines and got its name as it looks similar to an eye of a tiger. Also there exists the blue variety of this stone that is called 'hawk's eye'. The hawk's eye stone has the bands of dark indigo-blue and greyish-blue color.
There also exists the “Marra Mamba” or Marra Mumba variety of the stone that has striking reddish-brown, blue and green bands. The look of red variety is further enhanced by heating the stone.
Tiger's eye stone has the refractive index -1.54 and hardness – 7 as per Mohs scale of hardness.
Tiger eye stone is a very beautiful stone and full of energies that give you confidence. It is also the Planetary stone of Gemini and given as a gift on ninth wedding anniversary.
The stone keeps the stomach ailments at bay and also diminishes the tensions.
It also gives the confidence to the wearer and prepares him or her for life. Also the evils are ward off with the help of tiger eye stone.
Tiger eye stone helps the person to take right decisions in any situation. Also it will help you to take right path and right approach to solve the particular problem.
It is also a healing stone and very effective for treating eye problem and also it aids to the night vision.
You can even pass through the difficult times of life by wearing tiger eye stone.
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