Friday, June 26th, 2009
It is not unusual to plan a basic wardrobe that takes you from day to evening and from casual to formal occasion and coordinates to extend the range of use of each piece. Jewelry is, of course a wonderful accessory to this wardrobe and your basic jewelry wardrobe needs some planning. Some of these pieces will be chosen to complement your basic wardrobe, others to fit within your own personal style and others to be up-to-date statement of fashion. When you buy pieces you will wear frequently, buy the best quality you can afford.
Chains
A classic gold or gold-filled chain is a lifetime investment that can be worn in many ways for many years. When you chose a gold or gold-filled chain, be sure the clasp is strong, properly sized and of the same metal so it doesn’t change colors or wear out early. For a basic versatile chain, you can find a narrow box-clasp or push-release clasp that will allow you to use it for pendants with smaller bails.
If a trendy layered look using different sizes, shapes and metals in your chains suits your style, a more inexpensive fashion jewelry option may be a good alternative. These chains can be used singly or in groups and either braided or twisted for a unique look.
Earrings
While you probably can’t go wrong with post earrings in diamonds, pearls or gold balls, you may prefer another option. You might opt for a one inch simple or decorated hoop earring that is still conservative enough to wear nearly anywhere, but give you a little more movement and works within your own style. These conservative earrings will be appropriate at a job interview, a wedding or a trip to the zoo. You will get a lot of mileage out of a good classic pair of earrings and wear them with a variety of outfits..
If you want to wear some of the new cluster earrings, you might get a fashion jewelry pair and if you have problems with base metals and your ears, you can either wear them for a short time or put some non-allergenic ear wires on them.
Bracelets
Bracelets are a good accent with nearly any outfit. A chain in either silver or gold (or both) adds a little sparkle. A bangle bracelet is a classic, but if it is too big, it can make your work awkward. A cuff can be a stunning accessory when it is wide or a subtle accent if it is narrow. Layering your chain bracelets with cuff bracelets gives a more edgy look. An interesting artisan made bracelet can be a great addition to your jewelry wardrobe if it is in classic rather than faddish stone choices.
Pearls make a timeless statement of elegance, and these days cultured fresh water pearls are an affordable option to salt water pearls. A simple strand of pearls with pearl studs can be worn for formal and work occasions. The new floating pearls strung on a thin chain is a youthful but still elegant look. Fresh water pearls come in colors from traditional white to black, pink and other colors.
Matching jewelry sets can be a valuable addition to your jewelry wardrobe. Two matching pieces such as earrings and a bracelet or a necklace and earrings look great, but more than two is just too much
Once you have your basic pieces, you can add more pieces that suit your style or pieces that suit the current trend to your jewelry wardrobe. Mix and match your jewelry in a wide variety of ways to create your own look.
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Tuesday, April 14th, 2009
Ten basic rules for gardening
Rule #1 – Buy plants from a very reputable source–I prefer nurseries over discount stores and warehouse stores.
Rule #2 – Select plants that will grow in your climate–consider your high and low temperatures.
Rule #3 – Plant your plants in the right place in your yard–sun-loving plants in the sun, shade-loving plants in the shade.
Rule #4 – Provide your plants with complete nutrition. Most fertilizers and plant foods don’t. Spray-N-Grow and Bill’s Perfect Fertilizer provide major and minor elements identified by botanists as necessary for plant growth and production.
Rule #5 – Water your plants properly.
Rule #6 – Keep your plants bug free. Look for bugs on your plants as often as possible. Apply an organic and environmentally friendly bug killer if necessary.
Rule #7 – Watch for plant disease. Spray your plants with Physan 20 or Serenade if you see any wilting, black spots, etc.
Rule #8 – Weed around your plants or use All Down Organic Weed and Grass Kill or Burnout Weed and Grass Killer.
Rule #9 – Deer, rabbits, squirrels and other animals may try to feast on your plants. If you see evidence of munching, use a humane animal repellants. It may take a little detective work to figure out what type of hungry animal is invading your garden.
Rule #10 – Gardening is a physical activity–take care of yourself. Wear a hat and gloves. Use sunscreen and watch for stinging insects. Use safe products–many common gardening products are not organic or all natural. To buy garden products mentioned in this article, visit Spray-N-Grow’s website ( http://www.spray-n-growgardening.com ). Their garden products are safe for people, plants and pets.
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Sunday, February 1st, 2009
Keeping your wardrobe full with right things, this summer, is far more essential than the right energy-drinks stored in your refrigerator. Definitely, what you wear in summer has a lot to do with the way you take a particular season.
Thus it hardly matters how old you are, when it comes to buy the right picks for the women’s summer wardrobes, there are three most basic and essential fashion products which always strike my mind. These three most essential wardrobe products will make summer 2009, for you, a season to cherish.
For All Occasions : Regarded by many as the remedy of all fashion problems of a fashionable lady, a black suit is a women’s clothing you can’t avoid this summer. This women’s clothing gives your summer wardrobe complete look and saves you from beating around the bush when you suddenly get a call from your future employer.
Such black suits don’t come at high cost too. So it won’t be a an extra burden on your pockets too. If you don’t want to wear a full-black, wearing a black trouser only does a magic too. A black women’s formal pant is compatible with a series of formal-looking tops.
Most importantly, a beautiful black dress is not made for interviews only. You can don it for a myriad of occasions such as; office parties or other types of formal parties. Also many ladies love to wear this black dress on their dates too.
Some Button Down Shirts : Whenever, we talk about button down shirts, nothing strikes our mind but a classic white button down shirt. However, this summer fashion trend has arrived with a different twist, altogether. It has allowed some other types of button down shirts, in terms of colors, too to creep in your wardrobe.
So shun thinking about wearing only white ones, rather a blue button down shirt will make you a bigger hit on the interview table if paired with a black suit. Moreover, keeping a maroon button down shirt will make your summer wardrobe more exciting and complete, as far as this summer 2009 is concerned.
Classic Casuals : Not only in the professional side of your life, you are required to look at your best while celebrating your casual part too. So, forget not to bring some cool and classic designer t-shirts and semi-fit embroidered jeans into your summer wardrobe. Why do I call these summer wardrobe essentials as classic casuals? Definitely, they have to be dipped in classic colors such as black, variation of blue etc.
Wearing such casuals make you a treat to watch in any casual event this summer. Though various shades of blue, especially the deep one, can be a viable option while buying a semi-fit jeans, such things with dark tone are always preferred. Wear some dark-colored t-shirts with bold slogans.
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