List of Colored Semi Precious Stones and Their Effects
Monday, September 26, 2011
Posted by Deepa
Blue Color Semi Precious Stones
Blue is the color of sincerity, inspiration, peace, joy, faith and trust. It symbolizes creativity and introspection. Blue color gemstones are natural healers. Some of the popular blue color semi precious stones are:
- Aquamarine
- Blue Lace Agate
- Blue Tourmaline
- Lapis Lazuli
Red Color Semi Precious Stones
Red is the color of physical energy and vitality. It symbolizes energy, enthusiasm, warmth, love, excitement, confidence, and courage and brings passion as well as strength to life – in relationships and work. Some of the popular red color precious and semi precious stones are:
- Ruby
- Carnelian
- Garnet
- Red Jade
- Red Jasper
- Sardonyx
Green Color Semi Precious Stones
Green is the color of nature and of prosperity and fortune. It symbolizes learning, growth, optimism, hope and freedom. It brings peace and harmony in life. Green color stones should be worn when we want to bring balance in our energies and need to increase love, compassion and empathy. Some of the popular green color semi precious stones are:
- Emerald
- Amazonite
- Beryl
- Chrysoberyl
- Tourmaline
- Chrysoprase
- Green Agate
- Jade
Apart from the singe color semi precious stones, there are many multicolor gemstones too such as Opal stone and onyx stone. While opal has many color embraced in itself, the onyx stone comes in two varieties- black onyx and marble onyx. Marble onyx is the multicolored gemstone. Onyx repels the negative energy and represents protection as well as detachment. Opal has strong mystical powers. It brings good luck, balance in thoughts and improves creativity.
What is Mens Formal Wear?
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Posted by Deepa
In simple terms, the answer to the raised question is- any men's clothing that is considered suitable to be worn on formal occasions like wedding, dinner parties and other social functions. Now what is meant by suitability? This can be thought of social acceptance of certain men garments. This can also mean a dress code or the rules stipulated for a combination of men's clothing keeping in view the formal national costumes. As such, mens formal wear ought to differ from region to region.
Western Men's Formal Wear!
The formal wear worn in western countries like US and Canada as well as in other countries like UK, Australia, New Zealand, and other Commonwealth countries include such men clothing as blazers, tuxedos, formal trousers, formal shirts, formal suits and the very popular waistcoats. In fact, Men's Waistcoat is not only one of the most popular men's formal wear but also a very important part of business suit.
Traditional Men's Formal Wear!
While the western formal wear is acceptable in almost all the countries of the world, there are certain traditional mens formal wear too for each country. Here is a list of traditional formal wear for men in some countries.
- China- Xuanduan or yuanduan
- India- Kurta Pyjama
- Scotland- Scottish kilt
- Norway- Bunad
- West Africa- Dashiki
- Philippines- Barong Tagalog
- Nepal- Daura Suruwal
- Pakistan- Sherwani
Indian Saree Blouse Designs
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Posted by rupunkel
To make the Indian saree look all the more beautiful and elegant, the sari blouse plays a vital role. The whole look of the saree is completed with a matching blouse and accessories. The Indian saree blouses have undergone many changes. Whether it is the fabric or the sleeve pattern or the back or neck pattern, the designs have undergone lot many changes and in many cases, it is the blouse that becomes the focal point of the dress instead of the saree.
It is to be noted that Indian women gives lot many importance to the look of the blouse because it is the saree blouse which shapes the overall look of the complete ensemble. Changes in the fashion world have brought about a vast change in the styles of the Indian blouses. While the regular blouse pattern is a common simple and sober style with sleeves and buttoned U or V-neckline, there are bolder designs as well which add a glamorous and trendy look. Young girls dare to wear the bold designs available in the market. Indian women pair their beautiful sarees with equally gorgeous saree blouses to look more beautiful and attractive.
The market is flooded with ready made blouses which you can match up with your saree. But many prefer to wear the custom stitched blouse, where the wearer gives her own design pattern. The custom stitched blouse also has the advantage of making a replica blouse of designer blouses which otherwise can be very expensive.
Now for the styles and designs. Well the choice is just endless. Halter styles, full sleeves, butterfly sleeves, choli back, bikini blouse, noodle strap blouse, tie back design, one shoulder blouse, or simple patterns, you name it and it is available. Designers are also experimenting with fabric materials. Usually the saree blouse material should match with the saree material. So with a silk saree a silk blouse would look good. But you can also go for mix and match materials. In this case net blouses look good. Similarly there are embroidered blouses, beaded blouses, blouses with mirror work, blouses with sequins woks, printed blouses, solid color blouse and many more.
All styles of Indian saree blouse have an appealing look. The traditional styles are all time favorite but yes, the young fashionable ladies make a style statement with the extremely bold designs. There are bollywood designs as well where the heroines are wearing the saree blouses in different cuts and chick patterns.
Check out the latest saree blouse designs. You will be amazed with the various styles available here.
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Indian Salwar Kameezs: Types, Styles and Wholesale Purchase
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Posted by rupunkel
New design salwar kameezs or salwar suits are every day coming in the hot designer’s collection selling market. Salwar Kameez , the traditional dress of Indian women has undergone tremendous changes in styles, cuts and patterns, includic fabrics. Fashion designers are always experimenting with the style and shape of this traditional dress. Catering to the tastes and budget of every women, today Indian salwar kameezs have also entered the foreign markets, expecially for the NRIs staying abroad.
Salwar Kameez |
There are ready to wear and custom stitched salwar kameez available in the markets. Salwar suits are of various types like Anarkali Suits, Churidar Salwar Kameez, Patiala Salwar Kameez, Indian and Pakistani Shalwar Kameez or Punjabi Suit. Besides the regular fabrics like silk and cotton, designers are also experimenting using various other fabrics like chiffon, georgette, rayon, polyester, net, satin, including khadi, jute and organic cotton in the making of these salwar kameezs.
This elegant Indian dress is all time fabourite wear for Indian women. They can be worn as a regular wear , as office wear , and even in formal occasions like marriages, parties, festivals, get together etc. Ofcourse depending on the occasions, they are available in various designs. For party, marriage or festivals, salwar kameezs are made gorgeous by heavy embroidery works, beads or zari work, mirror work in silk fabric. For an elegant offic wear, cotton salwar kameez, chikan embrodered suits, light, pastel shade salwar kameezs are very popular.
Thus there is an wide assortment of salwar suits available befitting your likes and tastes. Check out the various types of salwar kameez, salwar types, salwar kameez designs, designer salwar suits so as to get a better idea of salwar suits and what style suits you. You can also send online enquiry for wholesale purchase of Indian salwar suits.
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