By Pinnapa Thana
In the words of Edna Woolman Chase, the best dressed woman in the world, "Fashion can be bought, style one must possess". A well put phrase describing the world of fashion and style.
One of the most critical parts of fashion and style includes hair. Yes, not make-up, not clothes, not the shoes, it's the hair. No matter how nice a woman's make-up may be, or how pretty her shoes and clothes are, it all just won't add up if her hair are not done right.
Trends in hairstyles come and go just like any other fashion piece. However, hair styles do have their advantage - you can simply wear them anytime, as long as you look good in it. You even have the freedom to modify it a bit and to incorporate your own individuality so no fuss about that. Clothes on the other hand, would totally make you look out of place, or passe.
When talking about hair updos, the bouffant is always included. The bouffant is generally just a hairstyle that has hair piled high on the head, with some hanging down on the sides. It is a classic hair style, as it was popularized during the 1960's and way before that too, which in 18th century Europe, was worn by Marie Antoinette. Today, it is commonly used as one of the formal hair styles. The 1965 big hair fashion is now considered to be an elegant vintage look. People with fine hair could create an illusion of having more volume with this hair updos style and at the same time create an illusion for a smaller, longer face - something that every woman dreams of having.
Just like anything else, the bouffant hair updos also evolved into another hair style. This hair style is known as the beehive. The beehive was born as a response to younger people who wanted something different - as the bouffant became a symbol of a bygone era. Plus, the concern over using too much hairspray just to hold the hair in place, or theatre-goers who continuously complained about sitting behind a woman with very high hair just isn't appealing any longer. Would you like to go to the movies and sit behind Marge Simpson? Guess not. So, a new version was born.
This style of hair updos makes the face look longer, thus creating a slimmer illusion, while at the same time projecting a glamorous and classy image. An image that was popularized by Audrey Hepburn's character in Breakfast at Tiffany's - thus, also immortalizing the classic elegance of the little black dress. Up to this day, the beehive is still in fashion as seen worn by actresses like Eva Mendes and Scarlett Johannson on the red carpet. Yes, they still wear big hair! Although this style isn't the appropriate for a trip to the mall or a casual dinner date, it is still an epitome of class and elegance in formal events.
Medium hair styles could include the beehive too. Anyone who wants to sport the beehive hair style must at least have shoulder length hair - a perfect addition to medium hair styles! However, noting that this hair style is about being sleek, a nice French twist for the base is recommended, and yes, hairspray to keep everything in place. Unlike before, creating this hair style need not be stressful. Johnny Lavoy's technique makes this hair do less complicated, saving you more time. It also qualifies for the easy hair styles category. Really, it does.
Headbands are also nice add-ons to this classic do. Wide headbands gives a retro, blast from the past aura, while thin headbands, probably half an inch could be used in two's and thus creating a more modern touch to the hair style.
Pinnapa is an internet marketer. Whose passion is about creating fashion of her own style. She likes to find new hair updos styles that goes with different outfits and share her passion to other women who have fashion sense like her and loves her style. Article source http://www.hairupdosstyles.com/Bouffant Hair Updos Hair Updos.
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Thursday, November 26, 2009
The Hobo Handbag and Why it Stays in Demand
By Rebecca Froebel
The appeal to own a hobo-bag continues to be one that never ends. The Bohemian or Hobo-Chic look has been around since as far back as the sixties. Many a die-hard hippie is still drawn to a frumpy curved bag when they see them. Currently, they are quite detailed with rivets, straps, buckles and other embellishments. However, the curves and frump hold true to their intent, which was a casual look, but could hold a ton and compliment most outfits.
Many of the Hobo Bags of the sixties and seventies were made of cloth, leather, or hemp. Patchwork was one of the favorites for some time and wore well with the peasant style blouses and bell-bottom jeans that had fabrics sewn in a side seam or applique patch. Then the hemp bags appeared and very quickly out-shined patchwork bags. They came in all sizes and worked with all outfits. The light straw brown was the most popular for many. You could really show off a lot of the peace sign pins and other hippie time emblems by attaching them to the strap or the bag. They held a ton of personal items, but if you got the right size, it doubled as a book bag.
Leather hobo-bags were more popular with those who were into the hippie clothing from head to toe. A leather vest with fringe, a peasant style blouse and a pair of wide bell-bottoms was topped off with a dark brown leather bag that hung with long fringe. They did come in various sizes, but the elongated rectangle was readily available.
As designers reinvented the bag each year, it evolved from the plain brown leather, patchwork, or hemp, to spectacular frumpy classy fun. Hemp is still popular, but now the leathers are bright colored and the embellishments outlandish. The Hobo Skull bags being one of the more popular for teens and bikers now come with buckles, applique, rivets and the skull and bones. The bigger bags the starlets love are spacious, frumpy bags that will hold a days worth of shopping, diapering and tons of other goodies.
The hobo bag will continue to be reinvented year after year to provide its end user the casual frump they have come to love, but in sizes and style befitting all ages. Sizes, materials and embellishments may change, but the hobo bag is here to stay.
Ladies accessories are a fun way to bring out your personal choices in style. Simple designs are often reinvented by new designers on a yearly basis to bring fun new accessories into a females wardrobe. This author loves the frumpy hobo bags, and finds a good, affordable source can be found at http://designerbagsbychoice.com.
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The appeal to own a hobo-bag continues to be one that never ends. The Bohemian or Hobo-Chic look has been around since as far back as the sixties. Many a die-hard hippie is still drawn to a frumpy curved bag when they see them. Currently, they are quite detailed with rivets, straps, buckles and other embellishments. However, the curves and frump hold true to their intent, which was a casual look, but could hold a ton and compliment most outfits.
Many of the Hobo Bags of the sixties and seventies were made of cloth, leather, or hemp. Patchwork was one of the favorites for some time and wore well with the peasant style blouses and bell-bottom jeans that had fabrics sewn in a side seam or applique patch. Then the hemp bags appeared and very quickly out-shined patchwork bags. They came in all sizes and worked with all outfits. The light straw brown was the most popular for many. You could really show off a lot of the peace sign pins and other hippie time emblems by attaching them to the strap or the bag. They held a ton of personal items, but if you got the right size, it doubled as a book bag.
Leather hobo-bags were more popular with those who were into the hippie clothing from head to toe. A leather vest with fringe, a peasant style blouse and a pair of wide bell-bottoms was topped off with a dark brown leather bag that hung with long fringe. They did come in various sizes, but the elongated rectangle was readily available.
As designers reinvented the bag each year, it evolved from the plain brown leather, patchwork, or hemp, to spectacular frumpy classy fun. Hemp is still popular, but now the leathers are bright colored and the embellishments outlandish. The Hobo Skull bags being one of the more popular for teens and bikers now come with buckles, applique, rivets and the skull and bones. The bigger bags the starlets love are spacious, frumpy bags that will hold a days worth of shopping, diapering and tons of other goodies.
The hobo bag will continue to be reinvented year after year to provide its end user the casual frump they have come to love, but in sizes and style befitting all ages. Sizes, materials and embellishments may change, but the hobo bag is here to stay.
Ladies accessories are a fun way to bring out your personal choices in style. Simple designs are often reinvented by new designers on a yearly basis to bring fun new accessories into a females wardrobe. This author loves the frumpy hobo bags, and finds a good, affordable source can be found at http://designerbagsbychoice.com.
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The History of the Platform Shoe Revealed
By Calvin M Jordan Sr
Platform shoes can be defined as shoes, boot or even sandals that have a thick sole to go along with it. The sole can be one to four inches in thickness or more and are made from cork, plastic vinyl, or wood.
Since the dawn of civilization, humans have been using shoes or wrappings to cover their delicate feet from damage when walking on harsh ground. But platforms have been recorded in use as early as ancient Greece, where it played a role in elevating important characters in Greek theaters such as high class prostitutes and courtesans of the Venetian empire.
Platform shoes are believed to have been used in Europe back in the 18th century to avoid stepping into the muck on the streets. The Japanese geishas used these shoes for the same reasons - to avoid contact with pollutants and dirt on the streets that could tarnish their beauty and flawless complexions. In ancient Rome, men wore thick soles to give added height and stature to the wearer. In China, Manchurian women wore such shoes that were very similar to the ones seen during the Venetian Chopines era.
Platforms were quite popular in the US in the 1930's right up to the 1950's. But it was not until the 1970's that the popularity of these shoes exploded and was taken to new heights. There was an explosion of platform shoes in the marketplace in a variety of different styles. There were platform boots oxfords, platform sandals and sneakers. Most of the soles were made of wood and synthetic materials. The originators of this new breed of platform shoes using lightweight cork was the brand name known as the Kork-Ease. The popularity of this range of platform shoes has attracted many imitators. The trend eventually fizzled out and remained in obsolescence during the 1980's.
UK fashion designer Vivienne Westwood has resurrected the dying fad and breathes new life into it with her new line of designer platform shoes. She was responsible for taking high heeled shoes onto the runway and platform shoes continue to rise steadily in fame after the British based band, Spice Girls began a new era of performing in large shoes. The trend is now very much alive with new designs and styles being introduced into the fashion world by world class designers.
Not even Naomi Campbell's fall on the fashion runway can cause the interest in these giant sized soled shoes to diminish in any way. People are attracted to the shoes for their ability to add inches to a persons' height. When worn or draped over a long gown, they can create an illusion of a tall and statuesque person. They can create the illusion of an elongated leg when worn over short skirts. They are marvelous over flared jeans too, as those flares can easily cover most of the shoe making it highly unnoticeable at first glance.
Walking in platform shoes can be sexy and trendy but one important rule to remember is to practice wearing those shoes at home before you hit the streets in them. There is no use sacrificing your safety and comfort over fashion and since these shoes are a big trip hazard, it is important to master the art of walking with platform shoes before you take them out for a fashionable stride. It seems that this simple shoe has evolved over the centuries and it is unlikely that platform shoes are going to be forgotten real soon.
Calvin M Jordan Sr is an Internet Marketer. I have the love for fishing sports and to helping others.
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Platform shoes can be defined as shoes, boot or even sandals that have a thick sole to go along with it. The sole can be one to four inches in thickness or more and are made from cork, plastic vinyl, or wood.
Since the dawn of civilization, humans have been using shoes or wrappings to cover their delicate feet from damage when walking on harsh ground. But platforms have been recorded in use as early as ancient Greece, where it played a role in elevating important characters in Greek theaters such as high class prostitutes and courtesans of the Venetian empire.
Platform shoes are believed to have been used in Europe back in the 18th century to avoid stepping into the muck on the streets. The Japanese geishas used these shoes for the same reasons - to avoid contact with pollutants and dirt on the streets that could tarnish their beauty and flawless complexions. In ancient Rome, men wore thick soles to give added height and stature to the wearer. In China, Manchurian women wore such shoes that were very similar to the ones seen during the Venetian Chopines era.
Platforms were quite popular in the US in the 1930's right up to the 1950's. But it was not until the 1970's that the popularity of these shoes exploded and was taken to new heights. There was an explosion of platform shoes in the marketplace in a variety of different styles. There were platform boots oxfords, platform sandals and sneakers. Most of the soles were made of wood and synthetic materials. The originators of this new breed of platform shoes using lightweight cork was the brand name known as the Kork-Ease. The popularity of this range of platform shoes has attracted many imitators. The trend eventually fizzled out and remained in obsolescence during the 1980's.
UK fashion designer Vivienne Westwood has resurrected the dying fad and breathes new life into it with her new line of designer platform shoes. She was responsible for taking high heeled shoes onto the runway and platform shoes continue to rise steadily in fame after the British based band, Spice Girls began a new era of performing in large shoes. The trend is now very much alive with new designs and styles being introduced into the fashion world by world class designers.
Not even Naomi Campbell's fall on the fashion runway can cause the interest in these giant sized soled shoes to diminish in any way. People are attracted to the shoes for their ability to add inches to a persons' height. When worn or draped over a long gown, they can create an illusion of a tall and statuesque person. They can create the illusion of an elongated leg when worn over short skirts. They are marvelous over flared jeans too, as those flares can easily cover most of the shoe making it highly unnoticeable at first glance.
Walking in platform shoes can be sexy and trendy but one important rule to remember is to practice wearing those shoes at home before you hit the streets in them. There is no use sacrificing your safety and comfort over fashion and since these shoes are a big trip hazard, it is important to master the art of walking with platform shoes before you take them out for a fashionable stride. It seems that this simple shoe has evolved over the centuries and it is unlikely that platform shoes are going to be forgotten real soon.
Calvin M Jordan Sr is an Internet Marketer. I have the love for fishing sports and to helping others.
Womens-platformshoes.com
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Friday, November 20, 2009
Grateful Dead Shirt Varieties
By Jo Shirley
Are you looking for a Grateful Dead shirt? Do you know what you would like to have on your shirt? Chances are you will be able to find a shirt in whatever colour you could dream of, including tie dye. And perhaps you want one of the popular logos that the band used. I will explain about the four most popular logos used by the band on Grateful Dead merchandise.
"Steal Your Face" Skull - Arguably the most recognized logo that the band used. This is the logo where there is a lightning bolt through the center of a skull. It has the colours red and blue in the background cutting the photo into two parts. This is a classic logo and looks great as a Dead shirt.
Dancing Bears - These are also referred to as "Jer Bears". Often times these furry and fun little teddy bears are in very vibrant colours, including almost a rainbow effect on them (but with pinks and odd colours). You can find a Grateful Dead shirt that holds just one dancing bear or a collage of them.
Skeleton and Roses - This logo is exactly what it says. It includes a picture of a white skeleton that adorns red roses. It has some very powerful imagery mixing the two dramatic images.
Dancing Terrapins - Taken from the "Terrapin Station" these dancing terrapins are very cute and always found busting a move. You can find shirts that are similar to the album cover or other variations of the terrapins, only limited by the artists imagination.
There are hundreds of varieties of Grateful Dead shirts to choose from. This includes hoodies, t-shirts, tank tops, long sleeved t shirts, etc, etc, etc. The options are truly endless. Take the time to find one that suits your personality, because there is a design for every Dead fan out there.
Want some help choosing that Grateful Dead shirt?
Visit Grateful Dead Shirt to find exactly what you are looking for!
Peace and Love
Jo
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Are you looking for a Grateful Dead shirt? Do you know what you would like to have on your shirt? Chances are you will be able to find a shirt in whatever colour you could dream of, including tie dye. And perhaps you want one of the popular logos that the band used. I will explain about the four most popular logos used by the band on Grateful Dead merchandise.
"Steal Your Face" Skull - Arguably the most recognized logo that the band used. This is the logo where there is a lightning bolt through the center of a skull. It has the colours red and blue in the background cutting the photo into two parts. This is a classic logo and looks great as a Dead shirt.
Dancing Bears - These are also referred to as "Jer Bears". Often times these furry and fun little teddy bears are in very vibrant colours, including almost a rainbow effect on them (but with pinks and odd colours). You can find a Grateful Dead shirt that holds just one dancing bear or a collage of them.
Skeleton and Roses - This logo is exactly what it says. It includes a picture of a white skeleton that adorns red roses. It has some very powerful imagery mixing the two dramatic images.
Dancing Terrapins - Taken from the "Terrapin Station" these dancing terrapins are very cute and always found busting a move. You can find shirts that are similar to the album cover or other variations of the terrapins, only limited by the artists imagination.
There are hundreds of varieties of Grateful Dead shirts to choose from. This includes hoodies, t-shirts, tank tops, long sleeved t shirts, etc, etc, etc. The options are truly endless. Take the time to find one that suits your personality, because there is a design for every Dead fan out there.
Want some help choosing that Grateful Dead shirt?
Visit Grateful Dead Shirt to find exactly what you are looking for!
Peace and Love
Jo
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Saturday, November 14, 2009
Five Ways to Tell You Have a 1960's-1970s Vintage Men's Tie
By Jackie D.
The 60s through the 70s were an explosive period of time. A lot of things were going on politically and socially here and abroad, including in the world of fashion. Women burned their bras and men's ties got really big! Good thing they did because skinny neckwear no longer had a place in the clothing of the day. How can you tell that you've got a genuine article from this tumultuous time? Here goes:
Necktie Width
Neckwear became as wide as it was in the 1940's and in some cases even wider. You've heard people describe them as "fat polyester ties" and were they! Kipper neckties as they were known in the mid 60's were as wide as 6 inches in some cases. While today that may seem extreme, back then it was perfectly reasonable to match enormous neckwear with wide lapelled jackets and bell bottom pants. All clothing and accessories were proportionate to one another. If they weren't, they would look out of place. By the mid 70's some neckties shrunk back to 4 inches, so other criteria is also used to date them.
Type of Fabric
While neckwear continued to be made of silk, cotton, rayon, acetate and other various blends, it seems that polyester ruled. Thick polyester. And it's a good thing because it allowed a person to combine the bulky fabric with a Windsor knot to create a big knot.
Designs, Patterns and Color
All colors were popular, but it seems that most of us remember the earthy ones the most. Just picture the orange, brown and yellow striped ties which were commonly worn during that time. Also, the patterns were large to accommodate the large surface area. Many designs appear pretty psychedelic by today's standards and are reminiscent of the wallpaper found in homes during the 60's as well as women's fashion popular at the time.
The Color of the Facing
The facing of a necktie is the piece of material just behind the tip (on the underside) that is sewn to the back to provide protection as well as added longevity to neckwear. In the previous decade the facing was black or white if a tie had one at all. Sometimes the outer fabric was used in lieu of the facing and simply folded over to follow the shape of the tip. The color of the facing of 60's and 70's neckwear was as funky as the neckties themselves. Black, white, orange, yellow and red were common.
The Length and Weight of the Lining
The outer shell is wrapped around the lining (or interlining), which is what gives body to a tie. The lining is a shade of white and often has stripes which denote its weight. A balance is struck between the interlining and the outer fabric. Lightweight lining is better suited for heavier outer fabric and vice versa.
During the 60's and 70's single and double lining accompanied the shell of the necktie. Remember, wide thick neckwear was in vogue. The interlining typically ended several inches above the tip and could easily be seen by spreading open the back of the tie.
By contrast, today's neckwear features a single lining which reaches all the way to the tip and is hidden behind the facing.
Conclusion
Well, there you have it. Both the look and the construction of men's tie can be used to determine their age.
Jackie D. is the owner of Ties2Pillows, an online resource for Wide Ties Neckties with the largest selection of 1970's Ties Neckties for sale on the web.
Ties are separated by era (1920's through today's), by style (wide, extra long, square end, knit, silk) and by pattern.
The site carries every novelty theme imaginable, including hard to find vintage unique novelty ties.
Get 10% off your entire order today! Just type in the code TAKE10 on the order page and get and instant 10% savings!
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The 60s through the 70s were an explosive period of time. A lot of things were going on politically and socially here and abroad, including in the world of fashion. Women burned their bras and men's ties got really big! Good thing they did because skinny neckwear no longer had a place in the clothing of the day. How can you tell that you've got a genuine article from this tumultuous time? Here goes:
Necktie Width
Neckwear became as wide as it was in the 1940's and in some cases even wider. You've heard people describe them as "fat polyester ties" and were they! Kipper neckties as they were known in the mid 60's were as wide as 6 inches in some cases. While today that may seem extreme, back then it was perfectly reasonable to match enormous neckwear with wide lapelled jackets and bell bottom pants. All clothing and accessories were proportionate to one another. If they weren't, they would look out of place. By the mid 70's some neckties shrunk back to 4 inches, so other criteria is also used to date them.
Type of Fabric
While neckwear continued to be made of silk, cotton, rayon, acetate and other various blends, it seems that polyester ruled. Thick polyester. And it's a good thing because it allowed a person to combine the bulky fabric with a Windsor knot to create a big knot.
Designs, Patterns and Color
All colors were popular, but it seems that most of us remember the earthy ones the most. Just picture the orange, brown and yellow striped ties which were commonly worn during that time. Also, the patterns were large to accommodate the large surface area. Many designs appear pretty psychedelic by today's standards and are reminiscent of the wallpaper found in homes during the 60's as well as women's fashion popular at the time.
The Color of the Facing
The facing of a necktie is the piece of material just behind the tip (on the underside) that is sewn to the back to provide protection as well as added longevity to neckwear. In the previous decade the facing was black or white if a tie had one at all. Sometimes the outer fabric was used in lieu of the facing and simply folded over to follow the shape of the tip. The color of the facing of 60's and 70's neckwear was as funky as the neckties themselves. Black, white, orange, yellow and red were common.
The Length and Weight of the Lining
The outer shell is wrapped around the lining (or interlining), which is what gives body to a tie. The lining is a shade of white and often has stripes which denote its weight. A balance is struck between the interlining and the outer fabric. Lightweight lining is better suited for heavier outer fabric and vice versa.
During the 60's and 70's single and double lining accompanied the shell of the necktie. Remember, wide thick neckwear was in vogue. The interlining typically ended several inches above the tip and could easily be seen by spreading open the back of the tie.
By contrast, today's neckwear features a single lining which reaches all the way to the tip and is hidden behind the facing.
Conclusion
Well, there you have it. Both the look and the construction of men's tie can be used to determine their age.
Jackie D. is the owner of Ties2Pillows, an online resource for Wide Ties Neckties with the largest selection of 1970's Ties Neckties for sale on the web.
Ties are separated by era (1920's through today's), by style (wide, extra long, square end, knit, silk) and by pattern.
The site carries every novelty theme imaginable, including hard to find vintage unique novelty ties.
Get 10% off your entire order today! Just type in the code TAKE10 on the order page and get and instant 10% savings!
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Saturday, November 7, 2009
Beatles Ties - Novelty Neckwear Inspired From Their Pop Songs
By Jackie D.
If there is one thing you won't have any trouble finding, it is neckwear that has been inspired by Beatles songs. There are so many different styles, materials and prices to choose from, the hard part will be deciding which one to pick, from Yellow Submarine, Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, and even neckties with each of the Beatles faces together or separately. It doesn't stop there either; there are anthology ties, and copies of Beatles album covers to choose from as well.
Silk, Microfiber and Polyester Fabric
Prices are really dependent of what material the neckwear is made from, which dealer is offering it, and how rare it is. For example, there are two different distinct Yellow Submarine inspired neckties, one that has an abundance of small subs, and fish, all on a blue background. This one is made from silk twill. Another Yellow Submarine tie, with varying blue shaded background and simple yet classic outlines of the famous sub, is made from 100% silk.
You can also find other neckwear made from 100% microfiber that are just as brilliantly colored, but less expensive. The Beatles Help Vertical necktie for example is 57" long, almost 4" wide, and has all four players striking poses from the movie, and dressed in their classic black pants and navy blue ponchos.
The Beatles Signatures Newprint tie is another really inexpensive accessory, the same size as above, and made from 100% polyester. The Beatles Anthology is a little more expensive, but has classic pictures reprinted on 100% microfiber.
New and Vintage Available For Purchase
The Ralph Marlin Company carries a limited collection of Beatles neckwear as well, with several John Lennon portrait neckties. This is really the only example of any Fab Four ties available from this manufacturer, but there are plenty of other websites that carry a wide selection of different ties inspired by not only Beatles songs, but albums and movies as well. These are all brand new, but there are online auction houses that have many different used ones.
Reading the Fine Print
When buying Beatles inspired neckwear, be sure that it is licensed authentic merchandise. It should say so right on the necktie, or somewhere on the website. Any website should also have some money back guarantee, as well as free shipping. It is important to read all the fine print, and make sure that the site has encrypted and secure payment methods. Many sites take credit and debit cards, and this is an excellent way to track your payments.
So whether you are a fan of Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Yellow Submarine, or even want a tie with pictures of the Fab Four, there is sure to find something tickle your fancy. Any of this Beatles inspired neckwear would definitely make a great gift for someone you know, and you'll like them so much, you might want to pick up an extra one up for yourself.
Jackie D. is the owner of Ties2Pillows, an online resource for Vintage Designer Neckties with a large selection of The Beatles Ties for sale on the web.
Ties are separated by era (1920's through today's), by style (wide, extra long, square end, knit, silk) and by pattern.
The site carries every novelty theme imaginable, including hard to find vintage unique novelty ties.
Get 10% off your entire order today! Just type in the code TAKE10 on the order page and get and instant 10% savings!
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If there is one thing you won't have any trouble finding, it is neckwear that has been inspired by Beatles songs. There are so many different styles, materials and prices to choose from, the hard part will be deciding which one to pick, from Yellow Submarine, Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, and even neckties with each of the Beatles faces together or separately. It doesn't stop there either; there are anthology ties, and copies of Beatles album covers to choose from as well.
Silk, Microfiber and Polyester Fabric
Prices are really dependent of what material the neckwear is made from, which dealer is offering it, and how rare it is. For example, there are two different distinct Yellow Submarine inspired neckties, one that has an abundance of small subs, and fish, all on a blue background. This one is made from silk twill. Another Yellow Submarine tie, with varying blue shaded background and simple yet classic outlines of the famous sub, is made from 100% silk.
You can also find other neckwear made from 100% microfiber that are just as brilliantly colored, but less expensive. The Beatles Help Vertical necktie for example is 57" long, almost 4" wide, and has all four players striking poses from the movie, and dressed in their classic black pants and navy blue ponchos.
The Beatles Signatures Newprint tie is another really inexpensive accessory, the same size as above, and made from 100% polyester. The Beatles Anthology is a little more expensive, but has classic pictures reprinted on 100% microfiber.
New and Vintage Available For Purchase
The Ralph Marlin Company carries a limited collection of Beatles neckwear as well, with several John Lennon portrait neckties. This is really the only example of any Fab Four ties available from this manufacturer, but there are plenty of other websites that carry a wide selection of different ties inspired by not only Beatles songs, but albums and movies as well. These are all brand new, but there are online auction houses that have many different used ones.
Reading the Fine Print
When buying Beatles inspired neckwear, be sure that it is licensed authentic merchandise. It should say so right on the necktie, or somewhere on the website. Any website should also have some money back guarantee, as well as free shipping. It is important to read all the fine print, and make sure that the site has encrypted and secure payment methods. Many sites take credit and debit cards, and this is an excellent way to track your payments.
So whether you are a fan of Sergeant Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Yellow Submarine, or even want a tie with pictures of the Fab Four, there is sure to find something tickle your fancy. Any of this Beatles inspired neckwear would definitely make a great gift for someone you know, and you'll like them so much, you might want to pick up an extra one up for yourself.
Jackie D. is the owner of Ties2Pillows, an online resource for Vintage Designer Neckties with a large selection of The Beatles Ties for sale on the web.
Ties are separated by era (1920's through today's), by style (wide, extra long, square end, knit, silk) and by pattern.
The site carries every novelty theme imaginable, including hard to find vintage unique novelty ties.
Get 10% off your entire order today! Just type in the code TAKE10 on the order page and get and instant 10% savings!
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Friday, November 6, 2009
Giorgio Armani Biography
By Edward Smith
Date of Birth
July 11, 1934
Place of Birth
Piacenza, in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy - about 50 miles south of Milan.
Career
Although Giorgio Armani is one of the most influential designers in the world, it was only by chance that he broke into the fashion industry. He studied medicine at Milan University for two years, made a brief foray into photography, then entered the army to complete his military service.
After leaving the army, he became a window dresser at the prestigious department store, La Rinascente in Milan. During this time, he travelled frequently to London, gathering inspiration, and developing the classic style that he has become renowned for.
Having gained a comprehensive knowledge of design and fabric he joined Nino Cerruti in 1961 as a designer for the menswear company, Hitman. He left nine years later in order to start a freelance design business with the encouragement of his close friend Sergio Galeotti, introducing his own menswear label in 1974. He gradually adapted his designs for women, and his first womenswear collection was established a year later, in 1975, in partnership with Galeotti.
Since 1975, Armani has launched a number of lines, including Accessories, Giorgio Armani Junior, Swimwear, Underwear and Occhiali (eyewear). He has also added a number of cheaper diffusion lines such as Emporio Armani, Le Collezioni and Mani. Today, the Armani retail empire spans more than 35 countries and comprises some 280 stores with annual sales of more than $1 billion.
Armani is known to be a workaholic, and believes that clothes should be made to be worn not just seen. His relaxed designs for women are inspired by menswear, softened into a more supple, practical silhouette. His collections are elegant and understated: easy-fit clothing, precisely cut and beautifully tailored.
Forbes has acknowledged Giorgio Armani to be the world's most successful designer, with a net worth of $1.7 billion. He has homes in Broni, Forte dei Marmi, and Pantelleria (Italy), and in St. Tropez (French Riviera).
Lines
Edward Smith has a huge amount of experience writing for the web and offline publications. He is currently writing about wine including riedel wine glasses and spiegelau wine glasses.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Edward_Smith
http://EzineArticles.com/?Giorgio-Armani-Biography&id=3083121
Date of Birth
July 11, 1934
Place of Birth
Piacenza, in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy - about 50 miles south of Milan.
Career
Although Giorgio Armani is one of the most influential designers in the world, it was only by chance that he broke into the fashion industry. He studied medicine at Milan University for two years, made a brief foray into photography, then entered the army to complete his military service.
After leaving the army, he became a window dresser at the prestigious department store, La Rinascente in Milan. During this time, he travelled frequently to London, gathering inspiration, and developing the classic style that he has become renowned for.
Having gained a comprehensive knowledge of design and fabric he joined Nino Cerruti in 1961 as a designer for the menswear company, Hitman. He left nine years later in order to start a freelance design business with the encouragement of his close friend Sergio Galeotti, introducing his own menswear label in 1974. He gradually adapted his designs for women, and his first womenswear collection was established a year later, in 1975, in partnership with Galeotti.
Since 1975, Armani has launched a number of lines, including Accessories, Giorgio Armani Junior, Swimwear, Underwear and Occhiali (eyewear). He has also added a number of cheaper diffusion lines such as Emporio Armani, Le Collezioni and Mani. Today, the Armani retail empire spans more than 35 countries and comprises some 280 stores with annual sales of more than $1 billion.
Armani is known to be a workaholic, and believes that clothes should be made to be worn not just seen. His relaxed designs for women are inspired by menswear, softened into a more supple, practical silhouette. His collections are elegant and understated: easy-fit clothing, precisely cut and beautifully tailored.
Forbes has acknowledged Giorgio Armani to be the world's most successful designer, with a net worth of $1.7 billion. He has homes in Broni, Forte dei Marmi, and Pantelleria (Italy), and in St. Tropez (French Riviera).
Lines
- A/X Armani Exchange (basics, US only)
- Armani Alta Moda (haute couture)
- Armani Golf (sportswear), since 1996
- Armani Jeans
- Armani Neve (winter sportswear), since 1996
- Borgonuovo 21
- Classico, since 1996
- Emporio Armani (diffusion, younger customer), since 1984
- Giorgio Armani
- Giorgio Armani U.S.A. (lower priced)
- Le Collezioni (diffusion), since 1979
- Mani (diffusion)
Edward Smith has a huge amount of experience writing for the web and offline publications. He is currently writing about wine including riedel wine glasses and spiegelau wine glasses.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Edward_Smith
http://EzineArticles.com/?Giorgio-Armani-Biography&id=3083121
Why Mary Quant is a Fashion Icon to Vintage Clothing Fanatics
By Rachel Taylor-Banks
Much like her punk counterpart Vivienne Westwood who sold her clothes in her husbands shop, Mary Quant opened a clothing shop named 'Bazaar' with her husband and an accountant in one of London's busiest and most fashionable shopping areas, King's Road.
Bazaar was opened in 1955 when Mary was just 21 years old, but soon she became fed up of the range of clothes available to order in and decided that designing her own clothes to sell in the shop was the only way to move forward. Within 10 years Bazaar was filled with her own personal designs and Quant was forced to hire more machinists to keep up with the demands.
Somewhat unknowingly, Mary, her husband and the accountant friend whom had joined them in opening Bazaar had created a fresh and revolutionary new fashion style which would be later known as the 'Chelsea Look'.
Just as Mary Quant had wished, soon the young people of the UK were wearing interchangeable and somewhat unisex garments that were spruced up with white plastic collared dresses, mini skirts and hot pants in the summer, whilst keeping skinny rib polo neck sweaters, knee high PVC boots and woollen pinafore dresses for the winter time.
Although there is no way of proving the patent, Mary Quant's name is one which is most synonymous with the invention of the mini skirt (although there are many of other designers who claim the same thing). Such short skirts worn in public were quite revolutionary and certainly quite risque at the time but they soon become incredibly popular, especially when worn with patterned tights and knee high boots.
Now Mary Quant is in her mid-seventies, her clothing has gone international and she has boutiques in Paris, Tokyo and New York as well as London. Since the days when Mary was responsible for bringing Britain out of that boring, conventional clothing style she has been awarded an OBE and is registered as a Fellow of the Chartered Society of Designers (FCSD).
The contemporary fashion world looks back on Mary Quant's work and strongly appreciates her work which created that iconic look of the 60's.
You can buy some of world's finest, authentic vintage Mary Quant designer clothing at Kittycatsilver Vintage Clothing boutique.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Rachel_Taylor-Banks
http://EzineArticles.com/?Why-Mary-Quant-is-a-Fashion-Icon-to-Vintage-Clothing-Fanatics&id=3152047
Much like her punk counterpart Vivienne Westwood who sold her clothes in her husbands shop, Mary Quant opened a clothing shop named 'Bazaar' with her husband and an accountant in one of London's busiest and most fashionable shopping areas, King's Road.
Bazaar was opened in 1955 when Mary was just 21 years old, but soon she became fed up of the range of clothes available to order in and decided that designing her own clothes to sell in the shop was the only way to move forward. Within 10 years Bazaar was filled with her own personal designs and Quant was forced to hire more machinists to keep up with the demands.
Somewhat unknowingly, Mary, her husband and the accountant friend whom had joined them in opening Bazaar had created a fresh and revolutionary new fashion style which would be later known as the 'Chelsea Look'.
Just as Mary Quant had wished, soon the young people of the UK were wearing interchangeable and somewhat unisex garments that were spruced up with white plastic collared dresses, mini skirts and hot pants in the summer, whilst keeping skinny rib polo neck sweaters, knee high PVC boots and woollen pinafore dresses for the winter time.
Although there is no way of proving the patent, Mary Quant's name is one which is most synonymous with the invention of the mini skirt (although there are many of other designers who claim the same thing). Such short skirts worn in public were quite revolutionary and certainly quite risque at the time but they soon become incredibly popular, especially when worn with patterned tights and knee high boots.
Now Mary Quant is in her mid-seventies, her clothing has gone international and she has boutiques in Paris, Tokyo and New York as well as London. Since the days when Mary was responsible for bringing Britain out of that boring, conventional clothing style she has been awarded an OBE and is registered as a Fellow of the Chartered Society of Designers (FCSD).
The contemporary fashion world looks back on Mary Quant's work and strongly appreciates her work which created that iconic look of the 60's.
You can buy some of world's finest, authentic vintage Mary Quant designer clothing at Kittycatsilver Vintage Clothing boutique.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Rachel_Taylor-Banks
http://EzineArticles.com/?Why-Mary-Quant-is-a-Fashion-Icon-to-Vintage-Clothing-Fanatics&id=3152047
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Authentic 60s fashions and hairstyles from the movie "To Sir With Love" (1967)
Hi all,
Here is an interesting clip from the movie "To Sir With Love" starring Sidney Pointier and the theme song by Lulu from 1967. It's a really interesting clip as I think it provides some of the most authentic footage of 60s fashion. Take special notice of the women's hairstyles as well.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7aSFoY3W3NM
Learn and enjoy!
Here is an interesting clip from the movie "To Sir With Love" starring Sidney Pointier and the theme song by Lulu from 1967. It's a really interesting clip as I think it provides some of the most authentic footage of 60s fashion. Take special notice of the women's hairstyles as well.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7aSFoY3W3NM
Learn and enjoy!
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