October 11, 2019

Turning The Security Line Into A Fashion Runway

Entrepreneur’s clear handbags make style points and sense for any event. 

No one likes waiting in long lines and sporting events are notorious for them, especially when thousands of fans are moving at a snail’s pace to enter a stadium before a game. There’s a good reason for that  — heightened security, which includes stadium officials checking the insides of purses and backpacks. While that’s a comfort for fans, the human logjam can also create quite an inconvenience. For Deni Sciano, an avid sports fan stuck in line for hours when a playoff game started, it created an opportunity to speed up the security process— as well as a stylish new way for women to show support for their favorite teams. Sciano’s clear handbags, called the Game Day Clear Collection (www.scoregamedaybag.com), are her solution. These sporty purses of passion and fashion meet stadium security requirements for NFL, NCAA, and high school stadiums, allow for a much quicker security look, and are available in all major and college team colors. Key features of the Game Day Clear Collection handbags are: * Machine-stitched seams — not heat-sealed — for strength and durability. * A sturdy, 45-inch cross-body chain and D-RIngs on either side for dangles and keys. * The bags are garnished with rhinestones and featuring Sciano’s signature style that blends polka dots with team colors. * A matching, slim interior-privacy pouch for sunglasses and credit cards, along with the convenience of a clear event-ticket pocket for quick scanning at the event. *Quality metal hardware on every bag, which is built to last by being crafted with the thickest polyurethane. 

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October 11, 2019

Tips On Picking Out Jewelry As A Gift

 

Jewelry is a beautiful accessory that not only complements an outfit but also says something about the person wearing it. We all have different tastes, and our taste on jewelry is often different too. And that can make it difficult when it comes to shopping for it as a gift. Here are some tips on picking out jewelry as a gift.

 

 

 

Look At What They Currently Wear

Most people wear jewelry to some degree, and you may be able to get an idea of what they like just by seeing what they wear on a daily basis. Play detective and if you get the opportunity to look at their jewelry stand when you’re with them, then make a mental note of everything. Look at what they wear on a daily basis and what they might post on social media. There is plenty of opportunities to find examples of when they have previously worn something on a night out, and there will be plenty of photos online or that you may have on your phone or camera of times where they’ve worn jewelry. 

Once you have an idea of what they currently wear, it’s time to figure out their exact wrist size; you do not want to end up buying an expensive piece for your loved one, only for it not to fit them. Knowing their wrist size will make it effortless to shop, especially if you are shopping for kids.

One of the best ways to know the size of a person’s wrist is using an online bracelet size chart. This is relatively easy as all you will have to do is read through the simple instructions and follow any physical steps needed. If not, you can take their current jewelry and use it as a size reference while shopping.

If the gift is not a surprise, you can take your loved one shopping with you for them to pick exactly what they want. There is no written rule on how to shop for jewelry. All you have to do is figure out what they like by observing them, know their exact size, and you will be good to go!

 

Go In-Store For A Visual Experience

When shopping for jewelry, it’s something that’s worth seeing in the flesh, rather than online. After all, you don’t want to get an experience from bayam, so it’s better to go to an actual store to see and try on the jewelry. If you can, you can try and subtly do this with the person you’re intending to gift. However, it might be better taking someone who has a similar arm or finger size if it’s a bracelet or ring that you’re getting. You don’t get the same customer service experience online as you do in-store. They also may have advice on what to pick based on what information you give them. When shopping online you’re merely going off what you have thought about. There’s no one there to help or guide you unless there’s a virtual shop assistant available. It’s just not going to be the same though, so always shop in-store.

 

Their Fashion Style

Their sense of fashion style will be an indicator of what they like. If they have quite a colorful wardrobe, then they may like the same when it comes to their accessories. Some people have a preference when it comes to color or patterns, and so it’s worth having a little look at their daily wardrobe and what features the most in terms of style and color. There’s chunky jewelry, jewelry that’s more subtle or pieces that are glamorous. The person you’re gifting it to will certainly have a dress style and that will help.

 

Play It Safe

If all else fails, it’s a good idea to play it safe. Try not to go too experimental and get something simple. Shop around online and consult the jewelry store’s blog if they have one for advice on first time shopping for a friend or loved one.

A piece of jewelry always goes down well anyway, so you’re certainly going to get a positive reaction.

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October 9, 2019

Do You Care About Authentic Products?

Since the very earliest days of craft and manufacturing, people have always worked hard to ensure that their work stands out from that of other people. Marks would be used on ancient metalwork, brands have long labelled their goods, and companies work tirelessly to make sure that they are recognised for their work. Of course, though, when it comes to the consumer, do authentic products really matter? To help you to answer this question, this post will be exploring some of the factors which play into this, giving you the chance to decide whether you care about authenticity or the benefits which can come with a fake.

The Good

One of the primary reasons a lot of people will buy fake products is because of the price. The items which are made like this won’t have been produced using the highest standards or best materials, and will demand a much lower price than their counterparts. Along with this, a lot of them will be made, making it easy to get your hands on them, with real examples often being impossible to find. People often buy items like this when they can’t afford the real thing, but still want to convey the look of luxury which comes with them, and this has seen large communities form around the web which help one another to find convincing fakes.

The Bad

A lot of people assume that the only bad side of this is felt on the part of the brands whose products are faked. A pair for fake sunglasses can lose the original designer money, while also impacting their reputation, as counterfeit products are usually far lower quality than the real thing. Of course, this also impacts the customer, as they won’t have something which lasts as long, and it may even be possible to tell that the item is fake based on the fit and finish of it. Fakes can often hurt the markets they are part of, taking money away from those putting the time and effort into creating unique designs.

Should You Buy Fakes?

Finally, as the last part of this, it’s time to consider, based on the information above, whether or not you should be buying fakes. There are a number of different angles which you can take with this, with one of the most popular justifications being that large brands don’t need more money, and shouldn’t be charging so much for their work in the first place. Alongside this, though, some would argue that regardless of price, brands should be able to get recognition for their work, and authentic sales form a large part of this. Whichever side you sit on, it’s easy to see that fakes send massive ripples through the industries which they call home.

A lot of people wear fake clothing or carry counterfeit devices, and this is something which a lot of brands are fighting hard against. In reality, though, this can only influence the industry if people buy into fake goods, and this makes it easy to have no part in it.

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October 5, 2019

How To Cut The Christmas Gift Buying Stress

Was it not five minutes ago when the Christmas decorations came down after the last festive season? It feels as though it was, but yet the months are rolling on by. When you stop and think about how quickly Christmas will be upon us, it can often cause a slight panic to set in. 

But for some people, counting down the days to Christmas fills them with lots of enjoyment, and planning and buying gifts for loved ones is not a stressful challenge. The reason that some people get more enjoyment out of the run-up to Christmas is that they are good at planning for it. Here are some tips to help you live stress-free between now and Christmas, and get all of your gifts bought and wrapped in time. 

Brainstorm

Have a think about ideas as early as possible, and start making notes about each person you need to buy for. If you pick up on the fact that they like natural perfume, write it down. You may hear them talking about books or clothing items that they are interested in. 

Start Early

There are three great reasons for starting your Christmas gift shops early. Firstly, it stops you stressing about what to get because it allows you time to buy things as you come across them. Secondly, it shares the cost of the festive season over a much broader period. If you are paying for gifts throughout the year, you won’t suddenly find yourself out of money later in the year. The third reason is that you will have access to much better gifting prices if you shop at the right times. 

In January, retailers have a lot of Chrismas stock that they need to get sold before it ends up clogging up valuable stockroom space. The January sales are often the best opportunity for selling through anything that had not already sold-out before Christmas in order to get as much money back from their investment. Discounts often come in two waves, however, the better stock tends to go early on in the month.

In the summer months, many stores have a clear out of older stock so that they can make way for Christmas again. This means that they will be pulling items from their stockrooms that may be a bargain by now. 

Give Experiences As Gifts

Arranging a day out for someone to somewhere that they will never forget will be something that they will possibly cherish more than an item that you have bought for them. Think about buying a ride on a hot air balloon, or taking them for a spa weekend. The more detail that you can put into our planning of the event, the better. 

Make A Gift

Sometimes, receiving a handmade gift can be very sweet. There is a lot more love and attention that goes into making something than just having something bought for you. You could make an item of clothing, jewellery, paint a picture, or even make some soap/ 

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October 1, 2019

Get a splash of summer this winter with Josephine Alexander

Add a splash of summer travels to your winter world with Josephine Alexander Collective, a vibrant accessories brand that works tirelessly to showcase and support talented artisans in developing countries.

Each of their pieces is handcrafted in Mexico or Peru and designed to bring the colors, designs, and relaxed vibes of vacation to your life back home. 

With every purchase, you receive a limited edition, one-of-a-kind piece while making it possible for passionate men and women to pursue their artistic dreams. 

Hair Accessories — Practical, handy, and beautifully imbued with the colors of Peru, the Scrunchie is back in a big way. 

Earrings — From lightweight hand quilled orchids to vibrant poms and tassels, their earring sets are as daring as they are delightful. 

Bucket Bags — Bring a ray of sunshine to even the darkest of days with their charming handwoven Rainbow Bucket Bags. These are perfect for crafting the ultimate goodie bag.

Carnaval Bag — Waterproof and fade proof, these lightweight, pom-pom adorned bags come in a variety of eye-catching colors and can be used in a million ways. 

  • Fruitopia Weekender — Design your own chic carry-all by picking two of your favorite fruits in pom-pom form. It’s perfectly sized for trips to the farmer’s market, the shore, or sightseeing in a far off land.

Check out the latest collections of Josephine Alexander Collective online at www.josephinealexander.com

About :

Josephine Alexander Collective is a woman-owned and operated fashion accessories brand inspired by a love for travel, style, and culture. Founder Kelly Rooney cultivates relationships with talented artisans in impoverished countries, providing them with fair wages and an outlet for their skills. She also strives to keep the brand’s footprint light with recycled and eco-friendly packaging.

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September 26, 2019

Designer Cindy Karen Offers Incredibly Comfortable Chic Basics

Cindy Karen offers incredibly comfortable yet chic basic pieces for the woman on the go!  Leave your yoga pants at home and get ready for a chic adventure with Cindy Karen and her line of travel wear inspired by her life on the runway–an aviation runway that is. 

Each piece is designed for comfort and made to be dressed up or down giving you fashion-forward options no matter what type of adventure you might be on. 

Here are some of our favorite comfortably chic styles…

We are so excited about the Cape Town Slacks on the Go! These are at the very top of our Cindy Karen Designs list! You can dress them up or down. You can wear these with a classic pair of pumps, high heeled sandals, menswear inspired flats, even espadrilles . When traveling these slacks are sure to go with every shoe you pack and we pack a few! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE!

Cape Town Slacks on the Go

We all know the importance of a classic scoop neck tank. The Melbourne Textured Closet Essential Tank looks great worn under a blazer, with dress pants or jeans, paired with shorts in the warmer weather and, If you can pull it off, try the tank with leggings!

Melbourne Textured Closet Essential Tank

Thank you Cindy Karen! We have completed our search for a mid calf length body hugging skirt after discovering the Tel Aviv Bodycon style skirt.

Tel Aviv Comfortable & Body Hugging Skirt

About Cindy Karen – Cindy Karen is a native of Southern California and spends her time between NYC and Southern California. She was raised in a family of aviation entrepreneurs. Her personal success motivated her to develop this business of making travel easy and stressless. Cindy is determined to find and nurture the jet setter in all of us.Her mission is to encourage and promote travel by making it simple and less overwhelming to just get up and go!

RIGHT NOW YOU CAN USE DISCOUNT CODE “CKNEWCUSTOMER” AT CHECKOUT FOR 10% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER!  CINDYKAREN.COM

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September 26, 2019

We Love Hats. We Love Fashionable Hats.

Are you familiar with Fashionable Hats ? You should be! They offer plenty of classic options to seamlessly blend modern fashion with 1920’s flair.

The 1920’s were ripe with fashion, featuring bowlers and fedora-style hats for men, and cloche and bucket style hats for women. Fashionable Hats has over 1,000 styles to choose from. Men’s and women’s styles are offered.

Here are some of the women’s styles that we love…

Capri – Walrus Hats Wide Brim Wool Felt Fedora Hat in Pink

Sundial – Walrus Hats Grey Wool Felt Wide Brim Foldable Hat

Tommy Bahama Navy 100% Toyo Straw Wide Brim Hat

Genevra – Scala LW399 Walnut Crushable Boiled Wool Cloche Hat

And a couple of our men’s favorites are…

Walrus Hats Luxe Checkmate Duckbill Flat Cap in Tan

Authentic Brown Wool Felt Indiana Jones Crushable Outback Hat

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September 26, 2019

DefineMe, natural, vegan, cruelty free fragrance for Fall

Just in time for sweaters, PSL’s and the vibrant shift of leaves transitioning into multi-colored hues, DefineMe, the natural, vegan and cruelty free fragrance brand that connects phenomenal scents with emotion, has got you covered with the perfect ac-scent to all your fall festivities.

  • Delphine Fragrance Mist ($68) – This best seller is designed for those who walk through life fearlessly blazing their own paths, with a scent wave featuring Pink Grapefruit, Honey, Amber and Bergamot this is the ideal comforting scent for those cozy nights by a warm fire. 
  • Sophia Isabel Fragrance Mist ($68) – Created for the free spirit that embraces life with confidence, this fragrance features a scent wave that includes Mandarin, Jasmine and Vanilla, perfect for a fall concert or harvest festival.
  • Harper Fragrance Mist ($68) – Inspired by the artistic, creative soul that radiates elegance, this fragrance features floral and woodsy notes with Rosewood, Lilac, Gardenia and Coconut made for those Autumn date nights and activities like apple picking. 
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September 26, 2019

A SUSU DENIM CLUTCH PURSE WE LOVE

DENIM CLUTCH PURSE WITH CROSSBODY SHOULDER STRAP

The Angelica by SUSU is a chic denim evening bag is crafted from trendy classy denim fabric and is accented with a diagonal flap. This stylish clutch bag features a fabric-lined interior, four credit card slots, a zipped pocket and a zip closure at the top. With a removable chain strap, The Angelica can be worn over the shoulder as a cross over purse or as a clutch. This will be your go-to day to night denim handbag. $85

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September 26, 2019

FHI Heat Launches new 24K Gold Styling Tools.

FHI Heat®, the leader in professional hair tools, is excited to announce the launch of their newest collection of 24K Gold Styling Tools. Introducing the FHI HEAT 24k Gold Collection– designed to create longer lasting styles. The first products in the collection are the 24k Gold Curling Irons, available in two sizes – 1” and 1.25.” The tools feature a custom blend of 24k Gold with a 30 second ceramic heater making these curling irons all you need for beautiful healthy hairstyles that will last. 

FHI HEAT Artistic Director, Sean James, says “The 24k Curling Irons are my go to curling irons for moisture and lustrous shine. Not only do they provide my clients with beautiful healthy curls, but they also have universal voltage. I have so many international press tours coming up and I’m excited to finally have a curling iron I can use anywhere in the world and get great results every time.

This week, the FHI HEAT team introduced their NEW 24K Gold Collection to an array of celebrity stylists and influencers at an incredible gold-themed launch party, hosted at the beautiful PrettyParty Bel Air Play House. 

 
About The FHI Heat 24k Gold Curlers 1” and 1.25” (SRP $59)

Infused with a custom blend of 24k Gold to infuse hair with moisture and shine

Edge to edge ceramic heater for even heat distribution and consistent curls

Ideal for all hair types with a temperature range from 280°F to 450°F

Heats up in less than 30 seconds with instant recovery time

Universal voltage makes it great for travel

FHI Heat 24k Gold Curlers are available to purchase at Salon Centric and www.fhiheat.com

 

ABOUT FHI HEAT®:

FHI Heat is the leader in professional hair tools. Designed For Hair Innovators – “Our mission is to continually design high performance products to inspire all those who aspire to create beauty with passion and confidence every day. We are committed to supporting salons, stylists, and consumers with consistent advances in technology – a true pledge to healthy, beautiful hair. FHI Heat offers a full range of hair care to meet the demands of the ever-changing market with modern, sophisticated, and technologically advanced products.”

Visit www.fhiheat.com for additional information or visit FHI Heat on Instagram at @fhihea

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