Five of the Best Winter Fashion Tips To Look Stylish
Tuesday, November 05, 2013
Five of the Best Winter Fashion Tips To Look Stylish




Winter is a difficult to season to maintain your fashion sense because you are more concerned about staying warm when the temperatures drop. You might find yourself donning the thickest and puffiest coat you can find just to keep the cold at bay. Thankfully, though, there are quite a few ways to go about still looking fashionable even in the coldest weather. Continue reading below for five of the best winter fashion tips to prepare you for the coldest months of the year:

Colorful Scarves are a Must

Looking for a way to keep your neck warm while still maintaining a great look without having to don a thick and embarrassing turtleneck sweater? The easy solution is a beautiful and colorful scarf that you can wrap around your neck in myriad ways to suit your wardrobe for the day before heading out the door. Then feel free to leave it on when you arrive at your destination, whether it is work or a party, because today's stylish scarves also make a great accessory that actually completes an outfit. 
Long Peacoats Can Replace Bulky Jackets
A dramatic peacoat that runs down your body to about your thighs or, even more strikingly, your calves, is the perfect way to keep the cold winds off your body without having to wear a bulky coat. There are so many colors to choose from, so feel free to purchase more than one for the upcoming winter season so that you always have a color available that complements the rest of your outfit for whatever it is that you have planned.
For Parties, You Can't Go Wrong with a Sweater Dress
For winter parties, a great wardrobe choice would be a classic sweater dress. Not only will it keep you warm, but it will hug your curves and make you look sexy. Pair your favorite dress with dark, opaque stockings that are also perfect for the season and provide extra warmth.
Don't Forget Your Sunglasses
Just because it's winter certainly doesn't mean that you can, or that you should, go outside without a good pair of sunglasses on. The sun's rays can be just as harsh during the winter, so it is important to protect both your skin and your eyes, especially when there is snow on the ground and the sun reflects off of it brightly. Browse through the best selling wholesale designer sunglasses so that you can find a stylish pair that will also protect your eyes from 100% of the sun's damaging UV rays.
Corina Mills is a freelance fashion blogger who loves providing tips on how to look great no matter what the season is. From beautiful and dramatic peacoats to lined skirts with fun patterns, there are plenty of ways that you can look warm and fashionable even during the coldest winter months.
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The Most Exquisite Scottish Sweaters from Todd & Duncan
Thursday, October 31, 2013
The Most Exquisite Scottish Sweaters from Todd & Duncan




The most exciting thing about entering a new season is that there is another reason for you to go shopping for new clothes. With winter fast approaching there is now that certain chill in the air that calls for thicker clothes, long-sleeved shirts, sweaters, gloves, leggings, and boots. Big clothing retailers bank on this change of season to bring out their latest winter apparel to attract consumers to buy the latest and trendiest pieces in the market.
As a consumer however, you need to make sure that you are investing only in top quality products. Consider making big investments in winter clothes that you believe will last you for many years and will not wear out after just one season. Think about investing in classic pieces that will stand the test of time instead of those that are just fads and will not look stylish anymore after only one year. Making great choices to add to your wardrobe this winter is something to be excited about but, at the same time, it also poses a great challenge. It is best to do your research first before settling on new pieces for your winter wear.
The Best Brand of Sweaters
The sweater is the most basic piece of clothing that you will need to add to your wardrobe this winter. Although you probably already have one, it is wise to invest in a piece that is classic, elegant, and of superb quality. When it comes to Scottish sweaters there is only one brand to go to and that is Todd & Duncan.
With more than 140 years of experience in yarn spinning, Todd & Duncan is still at the forefront of the industry. At present they are the leading providers of high quality cashmere yarn to the biggest fashion houses and global brands of clothing companies. The company's thrust is to be innovative and keep up with the latest trends so that so that they continue to provide their customers with the best directional color yarns in the world.
Qualities of a Great Scottish Sweater
There is something so luxurious and so elegant about having a classic Todd & Duncan sweater wrapped around your body as the chill in the air starts to feel colder. Soft and utterly comforting, sweaters from this popular brand immediately fly off the shelf once they are displayed in storefronts. These sweaters not only protect the wearer from the cold, they make them look stylish and elegant as well.
Todd & Duncan employs some of the most creative and brilliant young designers who come up with unique pieces that totally changes one's perception of the plain old sweater. Having in-depth passion, understanding and knowledge about women's silhouettes, the company sees to it that they only put sweaters on the market that are wearable by just about any woman. Donning a Todd & Duncan sweater will automatically make you feel more confident, more elegant, and more fashion forward. This winter there is nothing more important to have in your collection than a classic Todd & Duncan sweater.
This article was written by Celeste Ward.




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How to Get Rid of Age Spots, Dark Spots, and Freckles
Monday, October 28, 2013
How to Get Rid of Age Spots, Dark Spots, and Freckles




Age spots, dark spots, and freckles caused by damaging sun exposure can easily be corrected without the need for surgery. Even if it’s been years since you treated your face, you can easily turn your skin youthful again with the right products.
Science has brought many new additions to the market when it comes to products that can help get rid of age spots, dark spots, and freckles. By getting rid of these marks on your skin, you can take years off your complexion. Science has proven that the best products for getting rid of these spots on your skin aren’t those with a lot of harsh chemicals, but those that were naturally derived from simple ingredients. If you know which ingredients have been proven to work the best, you will know which creams to look for.
Net-DG is an anti-inflammatory and is derived from licorice root. It also contains Vitamin B. Hyaluronidase activates histamines which cause the skin to itch. It’s an enzyme that is released when inflammation occurs. Net-DG reduces the amount of Hyaluronidase in the skin by about half and can relieve itching in about five minutes. This is a great product for those with sensitive skin that experience itchiness regularly.
A form of Vitamin C known as Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (BV-OSC) has been shown in clinical studies to reduce acne and acne flare-ups by 80%. It also shields the skin against UV rays and their damaging effects, stopping freckles, age spots, and dark spots before they can occur. If you already have freckles, age sports, and dark spots, this ingredient can help you get rid of that hyper-pigmentation.
Belides is a derivative of daisies and evens out skin tones while naturally lightening the skin. It only takes 14 days to see results.
Alpha-Arbutin is a synthetic product that quickly gets rid of dark spots and age spots. It also protects your skin from the sun. In clinical studies, most products that included just 2% of this ingredient caused better skin tone and fewer dark spots.
BioWhite is a combination of botanical ingredients that stops the production of tyrisinase, which triggers the production of melanin, which creates dark spots. BioWhite is created from grape and mulberry extractions, scutellaria root and saxifrage. It is very, very safe, especially compared to hydroquinone, which is a harsh chemical found in bleaching products and banned in many countries. In clinical studies, those using BioWhite saw a 28.6% reduction after twelve weeks of use.
You can buy many skin whitening creams over the counter, and they can be used to mask the effects of the sun, lighten dark spots and can even help to diminish the appearance of some scars or blemishes. It is easy to find a good skin lightening cream, but you should always take care with any product that promises to bleach your skin-by the very nature of bleach, it is not going to be a gentle product!
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Dr. Farid Mostamand, Author of Ageless Skin Obsession and founder of Focus Medical Spa
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Vintage Fur Coat Shopping Tips
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Vintage Fur Coat Shopping Tips



Adding a fur coat to your wardrobe may be something that you have been dreaming about your whole life, but if you are like most Americans the thought or possibility of purchasing a brand new fur may seem out of reach. Vintage fur can be a wonderful alternative that will give you plenty of purchasing power to get the perfect coat you have been eyeing. Because you are buying used, there are special considerations that you should remember, but if you take extra care you should be able to find high quality fur for a fraction of the cost.

Research Before You Buy
Set aside plenty of time while shopping so that you have ample opportunity to look at each piece in depth. You should look at the coloring of the fur, the feel, and even smell. Fur can oxidize over time, causing the coloring to look yellow. Avoid buying a coat when the fur has oxidized because it is not likely that the fur will last very much longer. Some furs are more delicate than others, like a chinchilla jacket, and can shed or break. Check to make sure that the fur you are inspecting doesn’t look like it is falling apart or has been infested with vermin or moths. Test each piece for dry rot. If the fur or leather lining of the coat feels brittle, then it probably has dry rot and will likely fall apart.

Remember You Can Repair
As you inspect the coats you want to purchase, don’t be discouraged if they all seem damaged. Sure, you don’t want to spend too much on a coat that is full of rips, but there are furriers that can repair most tears. Also, if you can’t seem to find a coat that fits you well, you can plan on fur alterations to ensure that your piece is flattering on you. You will end up spending a little bit more to have the fur tailored, but overall your cost will be less than if you had purchased a new coat.

More Options
One of the great benefits of buying vintage furs is the large selection of styles that are available. Cuts and trends from almost any decade are on hand so you can find a fun, unique piece that fits your personal style. If you prefer the classic look of a mink coat, you can focus your search for that particular piece. If modern styling is more your cup of tea there are coats from the 1980s and 1990s to be found. Different types of fur, from fox to rabbit, in as many different styles are all hidden gems waiting to be found at vintage shops everywhere.

Buying a fur coat doesn’t have to break the bank if you are willing to do a little extra work to find the best vintage pieces out there. Don’t be turned off by the process or by the low-quality pieces you may encounter. You may have to do a little bit more searching than you would if you buy brand new, but the money you will save will make all of your efforts worth your while.

Jen is a freelance blogger with a passion for fashion.
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Mixing Plaid and Lace
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Mixing Plaid and Lace




Who would have thought that mixing plaid and lace actually works? We'll apparently it does. And this isn't something new. Mixing feminine with masculine pieces always seem to work and it's all a matter of matching pieces that are of the same colour family much like this.

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