Waistcoat: a classy yet trendy wardrobe essential

April 28th, 2012 by cooldude

WaistcoatWaistcoat has always been one of the most stylish garments for men and women all over the world. Right from the period of the kings and queen people have adored waistcoats as one of their most essential cloth item. In the sixteenth century this type of clothing was invented by King Charles II. This was made of the black silk clothing material and the height of it was near to the upper thigh portion.

From seventeenth century onwards rich colored fabrics were introduced in making waistcoats, they became more stylish with single or double breast designs with silk lines on it. then during the eighteenth century with the influence of prince Albert some changes started to take place in the rules of wearing a waistcoat. At that time corsets were not used under the waistcoats but the coats used to have laces in their backs so that people can tie it easily.

Spring fashion essentials for you

April 24th, 2012 by cooldude

Spring is the time where you can put away all your woolens and boots and go free and dress up for the breeze. Planning your wardrobe for spring is a refreshing thing to do. After months of wearing jackets and coats, overloaded with socks, gloves and caps, it’s time to take out those pretty, floral dresses and flip-flops. Always remember to keep the makeup minimal. Nudes and peaches are shades of spring and summer.

Do remember to experiment. It is taken for granted that all girls would wear floral tops, dresses, and shorts. Make yourself stand out in the crowd by accessorizing well. Go bohemian with innovative earrings like feather earrings, circular peace and retro earrings. Also a chunky belt or a bracelet looks great, flip flops with various items like a flower, bug or character are available at large these days., you can also wear wedge heels. Buy a pair of retro oversized sunglasses to complete the look.

An account on evening gown

April 19th, 2012 by cooldude

evening gown,Fashion TipsEvening gowns traditionally meant long flown gowns to be worn to an evening party or occasion. But this definition has changed dramatically over the years and designers come up with something new every season, or one might say every month!

Evening gowns comes for every body shape and size. Made in fabrics like silk, satin and velvet, these gowns are made to complement a woman’s elegance and sensuality. Today, endless designs and styles are available in this range and something is there for everyone. Colors like silver, black, red and white goes well with all complexions. However, soothing shades make masterpieces for those who like to stand out. Long dresses are perfect for formal parties whereas short simmering dresses are just fabulous for cocktails. Depending on your figure, evening gowns can be custom made with your choice of fabric and style. Boutiques and designers are coming up with new ideas every now and then so go for it as it is more of an investment than a purchase.

 

Trendy Designer Glasses For Men

April 13th, 2012 by cooldude

Trendy Designer GlassesDesigner sunglasses are the most favorite accessory for every man around, regardless of age. These are fashionable, glamorous, stylish and almost all of them provide complete assurance from the harmful UV rays.

There are a great number of brands when it comes to designer sunglasses for mnen. A few of the eminent ones are Ray Ban, Prada, Aviator, Marc Jacobs, YSL Sunglasses etc. These designer sunglasses are found in a wide range of sizes and styles.

Some of them are oversized with bigger frames while some others port a sleek look. This is to enable you in getting the most apt designer shade according to your face cut and personality. For guys engaged in sports and bike rides there are the wraparound sunglasses while the rimless options would be good for daily wear. The gradient lens allows for permanent shading & allows clear vision in different lights but if you are looking for maximum glare protection there are the polarized lenses.

Must have shoes for every woman

April 6th, 2012 by cooldude

summer shoes, trendy shoes Women love shoes and they swear by them. Women know that there are different pairs of shoes that are suitable for different occasions. Therefore, there are a few shoes that all women need to have in order to be ready for different occasions. One of the few shoes that are essential is the peep-toe pumps. Make sure that the shoes match the tone of your skin. Another kind of shoes that are quite important is the black city boots. They could be as high as your knees or they may go beyond but they are the classiest shoes that a woman could wear in an urban environment.

Then there are shoes called the ballet flats. These shoes are extremely feminine and they add to the grace of a lovely woman. A woman must also possess a pair of wooden platform heels. These shoes are casual and beautiful at the same time. They are comfortable and easy to walk around in on a busy day.

Turn your head as you go in a tuxedo

March 30th, 2012 by cooldude

Tuxedos, fashion ideasTuxedos never fail to make a man look amazing and classy. Tuxedos are worn in many occasions such as weddings, formal occasions and proms. So whatever the event may be, make sure you look great at all times. Owning or renting a tuxedo s the best way to be the centre of attention on any formal night. Choosing the right kind of tuxedo is the key to your good looks. The same tuxedo doesn’t suit everyone.

So take time to choose the one which brings out your personality the best. Wear well fitted tuxedos. Have a tailor stitch and do the fittings for you. They come in various designs, shapes and colors. Depending upon your comfort level and taste, choose what you want. The right color is also important. They not only come in traditional shades of black, brown, navy blue and grey but also red, purple and green as well!

Dress to impress

March 23rd, 2012 by cooldude

Dress to impressDo you have your interview coming and you are not sure how to dress up the right way? Now, it’s always essential to do up properly in the exact professional way as otherwise there’s always the risk of false and misinterpretation about you no matter how competent you are. Here are the tips.

First of all, it’s best to put up a suave, well-fitted and comfortable business suit as it works great for both the men & women. Stay away from flashy and vibrant tones, rely more on subtle shades rather. Your socks should shine bright and clean and smell fresh. Polish up your shoes properly.

As regards the hair, the women should set it well or else tie it up nicely sans any extra decoration over it. Dirt nails, ruffled hair & body odor are strict no for the occasion. Jewelries are permitted but to a minimal level. Lastly, complete the look with a pleasant fragrance and remember to avoid the loud ones.

 

Biggest plus size fashion mistakes

March 16th, 2012 by cooldude

plus size women fashion, women fashion Nobody wants to be a fashion disaster, whether it is a plus size women or a size zero. Few of the fashion mistakes which the plus size people should avoid so that they stay away from committing any fashion disasters are – the first is the realization that you fall under the plus size category and after knowing this fact you should know which are the things you can wear and the clothes that you should avoid.

Clothes such as tube tops, shrugs, and daisy dukes should be avoided by a plus size person. Understand your body, its size and wear clothes accordingly. Do not think that by wearing clothes that suits a normal size girl you will look like her. Do not try and put yourself in clothes that do not fit your body. It will make a plus size person look fatter. Accept the fact that you are a plus size person and be true to yourself.

Costume jewelry: A perfect fashion accessory

March 5th, 2012 by fashiondesignblog

What exactly is costume jewelry? It is an imitation of the old vintage jewelries. These can be put-on with formal as well as casual dresses depending on the design of the jewelry. Costume jewelry not only adds glam to the dress you wear but it also portrays your personality. If you want to portray a funky and fun personality then you should go for the beaded costume jewelries. The designers and jewelry makers are really good at copying the real design and making these costume jewelries which look real if one does not take a close look at them.

Before these were usually worn by people who could not afford real jewelry or were used at stage plays or even in movies, but these days they are worn by everyone as a style and personality statement. The delicate twinkle and the lavish feel incorporated by these costume jewelries cannot be compared with the cheap but real jewelry.

Learn to take care of your pearls

February 24th, 2012 by fashiondesignblog

The modern women love to have some jewelry which has pearls on it. It can be in the form of a long necklace, a bracelet or as earrings. The glamour and beauty which pearls add to a women’s wardrobe is commendable. You need to take good care of pearls if you want them to look as good as new always. If you wear them properly and take good care, they will not be damaged.

Keep your pearl jewelry away from your cosmetics and perfumes as the chemicals present in them can harm them. Wear your pearl jewelry only after your make-up, perfume, moisturizer, etc. has dried up completely. When you remove your pearl jewelry, wipe it with a dry or a bit damp cloth and then keep it properly inside the box once it dries. Never keep your pearl jewelry with other stones and jewelry as that can cause scratches on your pearls.