Sky High Heels

"How does she walk in those?" Six-inch heels used to be just for hookers, but thanks to shoe designers and celebrities, women are still wearing 6-inch heels, strutting their stuff out on the streets.
Stilettos make women look taller, leaner, and in many cases, sexier. There are many reasons to admire them, and it's not just for their incredible balance.
Six inch heels are fun and make a definite fashion statement. If you are going to wear them, you should enjoy them. Four inches is considered the new two inches and are even worn in corporate offices. Just be sure to avoid tiny skirts and tight fitting clothes.
Sick of tottering around in 6-inch platform stilettos, some starlets are scaling back, opting for summer's shorter-shoe trend-cute, easier-to-walk-in sandals and pumps featuring heels that top out at 3 ½ inches.
Dubbed "halfway heels"

Stores are brimming with the foot-friendlier shoes, great news for New York women, who for years have been getting caught in subway grates, wobbling down cobblestone streets, or tripping over cracks in the sidewalks.
Still, some say they'll never give up their heels.
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Peace Symbol

When did the peace symbol become a fashion trend?
A peace symbol is a representation or object that has come to symbolize peace.
International emblem for the 1960s anti-war movement and the counterculture of the time.
Today, designers have embraced the symbol again, using it on
T-shirts, dresses, shoes and jewelry. It's a subtle way of paying
homage to the past.

Barack Obama's daughter Malia was upfront about her support for CND yesterday... while her dad had his eye firmly on the bottom line. The 11-year-old's peace symbol raised a few eyebrows as she left a ice cream shop in Rome.
The trend is still strong....coming and going thru the years.

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Christian Lacroix

Christian Lacroix’s couture show for fall is very possibly his last fashion show of all time, as the designer admits he will probably be forced to shutter his 22 year old famous French fashion house due to money issues next month. However, he still might be able to woo new investors – but there’s no deal pending at this point. Lacroix’s friends and supporters actually put in their own money to even make this show happen, and the embroiderers worked for free. Only the models were paid. The show was an effort to get new backers, and a relaunch of the line would take about 70 million dollars to pull off. Even these clothes may never be produced, unless some very wealthy ladies order them – fast.
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Comparison Shopping !

hsn The cost: $58.00 plus the cost of shipping.

Which would you rather have ?


Copper Collar
The cost: $26.00 Matching earrings included, and free shipping.
Needless to say we are all trying to be budget fashionistas!
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O.P.I. Matte Collection

Set to launch in July, the OPI Matte collection takes six popular existing shades and mattes them up for a unique look.
Alpine Snow - A fresh crisp white.
Russian Navy - A deep-sea indigo.
La Paz-itively Hot - A hot pink perfect for that poolside party.
You Don’t Know Jacques! - Trendy taupe.
Lincoln Park After Dark - A deep dark purple.
Gargantuan Green Grape - Everyone will be green with envy.



Every bottle of OPI Matte comes with a little tag that explains the nature of the formula, rules regarding application and suggestions on how to wear it (i.e. matte nail w/glossy tip).It states that you should NOT use a base coat, top coat, drying drops or hand lotion. According to OPI, "because of the different formulation of the OPI Matte Nail Lacquers, it is best to wear it without a base coat and to stay away from lotions to get the best, most fabulous matte look possible."
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Maxi Dresses

What goes around comes around. Maxi dresses are back! Cool, comfortable and stylish. From pool to party a great go-to option for hot summer days or nights. Fashion does have its weird cycles.

Urban Outfitters
Maxi dresses are for everyone. If you are short you can absolutely wear one. Just don't buy one that overpowers you or that is shapeless.

Bloomingdales
Dresses can be accessorized with patent platforms, wedges or feminine toe-covered sling backs. Set-off these dresses with long, chunky jewelry and this season's oversized shades and bags.
Give a maxi dress a try, it can make the tallest, shortest, lankiest or curviest girl look gorgeous.
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Caring for Fashion Jewelry

Trendy jewelry need not necessary be cheap. Some trendy jewelry can be rather expensive. While fashion jewelry is fun and great to accessorize, it is not nearly as hardy as fine jewelry. It will tarnish and look dull easily. It is not very difficult to prevent this though. A little care will do the trick.

"Shaw Honey Quartz Necklace"

Keep you jewelry away from chemicals like lotions, perfumes etc. Soap may leave residue on the jewelry thus making it look very dull and unattractive. Toothpaste has proven to be cost and cleaning effective. Use a soft baby toothbrush. Products that have acid, alcohol, ammonia and vinegar are an absolute no no as these can corrode and damage your jewelry beyond your imagination.
Read labels to be sure if your jewelry contains pearls or stones that the cleaner will not harm them.

Pieces of buff cloth are very effective in cleaning jewelry that is dirty and dusty. These pieces can be bought at a local jewelry store. Fashion jewelry, especially bracelets, necklaces and chains have a tendency to lose their shine with repeated wear. Immerse your jewelry in some cleanser and then wipe it clean with a piece of soft dry buff cloth and watch the shine return.

While cleaning your jewelry is an important chore how you choose to store it is equally important. Never ever make the mistake of putting all your fashion jewelry into one bag or one compartment of a jewelry box. It is important to remember that while jewelry is stored it tends to rub against one another, thus causing scratches, removing plating etc. Equally important is making sure that the box used to store your fashion jewelry is moisture and dust free. Make sure that all the pieces of jewelry are absolutely dry before they are put in. Moisture can tarnish the metal.
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