SOUTH BEACH DIET

HOW IT WORKS?
3 Phases to Succes The South Beach Diet is truly a food lover's diet. It's about living well and loving what you eat. But it's also practical, flexible, easy, and effective. The diet is divided into three Phases. The first Phase lasts two weeks and is designed to eliminate cravings and kick-start weight loss. The second Phase is intended to produce long-term, steady weight loss. You'll stay in Phase 2 until you reach a healthy weight. Then you'll move to Phase 3, the lifestyle Phase. This is how you'll eat and live 365 days a year - and it's the key to maintaining your new, healthy weight.
PHASE 1:ELIMINATE CRAVING AND KICK START WEIGHT LOSS
Phase 1, the shortest Phase, lasts for just two weeks and is designed to eliminate cravings for sugar and refined starches - and to jump-start your weight loss. The purpose of Phase 1 is to stabilize blood sugar (which minimizes cravings), making it ideal for people who are prediabetic or diabetic, as well as for those who need to lose a lot of weight.
The focus of this two-week period is on eating plenty of nutrient-dense, fiber-rich (and guaranteed delicious!) foods that satisfy your appetite. Your meals include lean protein, such as fish and other seafood; skinless white-meat poultry, and lean cuts of beef (vegetarians can enjoy meat substitutes, tofu, and beans); high-fiber veggies; reduced-fat cheeses; eggs; low-fat dairy; and healthy, unsaturated fats, such as those found in avocados, nuts and seeds, and extra-virgin olive and canola oils.
During Phase 1, you'll fill up on dishes like Chicken Breasts Stuffed With Spinach and Goat Cheese, Seared Pecan Salmon With Lentils, Garlic and Soy Grilled Pork Chops, and more.
The South Beach Diet encourages snacking, so you'll also get to choose two tasty snacks each day, like Spicy Nut Mix, reduced-fat cheese, and veggies with our zesty Peanut Dip. Plus, you'll dine on delicious desserts (every day!), including Chilled Espresso Custard, Heavenly Lemon Mousse, and our famed Ricotta Crème. With all the options - from gourmet meals to on-the-go snacks to quick weeknight dinners - you won't feel hungry or deprived!
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Do you want to kick-start your weight loss and eliminate your cravings today? Get started on Phase 1 now.
PHASE 2: LOSE STEADILY
Phase 2 is the long-term weight-loss Phase of the plan. It's also the perfect place to start for those people who have 10 pounds or less to lose, who don't have problems with cravings, who don't have excess belly fat, or who simply want to improve their health.

In Phase 2, you'll eat everything in Phase 1 plus good carbs, such as whole-grain bread, brown rice, whole-wheat pasta, fruits, and even more veggies, like sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and peas. Of course, you'll continue to enjoy snacks and dessert too, including dark chocolate!
In fact, you'll eat delicious meals, like Coconut Chicken, Shrimp Scampi, Pesto Pasta Salad, and Pork and Black Bean Quesadillas. Side dishes include Nutty Brown Rice and Baked Sweet Potato Fries. And don't forget snacks: Smoked Salmon Canapés With Horseradish Cream, Peppery Cheese Popcorn, and black bean dip with baked whole-grain tortilla chips are a few of the many snacks you'll choose from.
Then, cap off your dinner with a decadent dessert, like Green Tea Truffles, Chocolate Berry Cups, or Dark Chocolate Bark With Walnuts. Best of all, you'll eat all these delicious foods and still lose weight and get healthier.
Do you want to start losing weight steadily by eating satisfying foods, including daily snacks and dessert? Get started on Phase 2 now.
PHASE 3:MAINTAIN FOR LIFE
By now, you've adopted the South Beach Diet lifestyle, making smart food choices that fit the way you live. That's what Phase 3 is all about, and it begins once you reach your healthy weight. In Phase 3, you'll continue to follow the principles you learned in Phases 1 and 2, but because it's the lifelong stage of the plan, it includes almost every kind of food and it allows for additional occasional indulgences. It is the key to maintaining a healthy weight for life.
On Phase 3, you can dine on meals like Dutch Apple Pancakes (a terrific weekend brunch), Chicken Pot Pie, Asian Chicken Salad With Wonton Crisps, and Pepper-Spiked Beef Stew. Phase 3-friendly sides include Farmers' Market Pasta Salad, Apple-Butternut Squash Soup, and corn on the cob. As for snacks, you can choose from fare like Triple Berry Cooler, Pecan-Stuffed Dates, and tropical fruit salad. And you'll indulge in desserts like Chocolate Pie With Crispy Peanut Butter Crust and Chocolate Fondue. Imagine eating this way for the rest of your life!
Are you ready to start eating this way? on Phase 3 now.

Tools & Support:

It's a fact: People who diet with the help of an online program lose more weight than those who diet without one. With customized weight-loss tools and steady, 24/7 support from SouthBeachDiet.com, it's now easier than ever to lose weight, boost your health, monitor your progress, and reach your goals.

Here are some of the great tools you'll find :

MEAL PLANNER:

*Get daily meal suggestions for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, AND dessert!
*Customize a daily menu to satisfy your personal tastes
*Choose from 100s of meal options, including a vegetarian plan

SHOPPING LIST GENERATOR:

*Create shopping lists right from your Meal Planner — in just one click
*Print your list for today, tomorrow, or the week ahead
*Save time and ensure you have every item you need before you leave the grocery store

RECIPE FINDER:

*Search from our database of 1,000+ healthy and irresistible recipes
*Discover countless meal and snack ideas for every occasion
*Find what you're in mood for quickly and easily

DISCUSSION GROUPS:

*Get support, encouragement, and friendship — whenever you need it
*Share your success story and help others achieve their goals
*Swap recipes and tips

DINING OUT AND FAST FOOD GUIDES:

*Get the know-how you need to navigate the menu at any restaurant
*Learn how to order weight-healthy meals anywhere — from fast food to fine restaraunts

WEIGHT TRACKER:

*Chart your weight-loss progress and receive encouraging feedback
*Stay motivated and healthy with regular weigh-ins
*View your history and take pride in your achievements

LASER HAIR REMOVAL

Laser hair removal technology is evolving. No matter what skin type you have, newer lasers can safely and effectively remove unwanted hair from your face and body best results only by Berkowits.Whether you realize it or not, Unwanted Hair could be sabotaging your popularity, devastating your attractiveness to the opposite sex, and destroying any chance you might have for a normal and happy life
It used to be that those stray follicles around the bikini area meant endless painful hours spent waxing, plucking, or shaving--or resigning yourself to a hopeless life as a unfashionably fuzzy pariah. ...but that's now a thing of the past! Thanks to a joint effort by NASA and the Defense Department, satellite laser technology has finally been put to good use. While SDI (the "Strategic Defense Initiative") was a flop as a global anti-missile defense system, the same laser and particle beam technologies have been turned into a miracle for anyone suffering from Unwanted Hair
LASER HAIR REMOVAL : Imagine not having to shave, tweeze or wax again
Shaving, tweezing, waxing and depilatory creams are all temporary remedies which must be repeated on a regular basis.
Let us show you the ways to remove unwanted hair, on the face, back, legs, bikini line, or any other body area, on men and women... safe for all skin types!

Laser hair removal has proven to be a very popular non-surgical cosmetic procedure. It is a non-invasive, convenient way to permanently reduce unwanted facial or body hair.
There is no technology available for permanent hair removal. Yes, only the long pulsed, high power Nd: YAG laser can assure up to 90% hair reduction forever.
The safest and fastest, amongst all the methods of permanent hair reduction is the laser therapy. Laser means Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation that produces an intense beam of light of a particular wavelength. The laser gets absorbed in the melanin of hair follicles (the growth center of hair); increases the temperature to destroy the follicle cells permanently. Each laser pulse treats an area about one centimeter in diameter, which may contain around ten hairs, rendering them ineffective, thus preventing future hair growth.

Benefits:
*A non-invasive, gentle technique that eliminates undesirable hair from all parts of the body.
*Leaves skin looking smoother and silkier.
*Treats larger areas effectively because it removes more than one hair at a time.
*Minimal discomfort and almost no burning.
*Replaces waxing, electrolysis and razors.
*Immediate return to normal activities

How To Choose A Right Laser Clinic?
Various solid state lasers have been designed like Intense Pulse Light- IPL, Diode, Nd: YAG etc. for hair removal, but only the long pulsed, high power Nd: YAG laser with a fixed wavelength of 1064 nm, is the right laser, specifically designed for hair removal in the Indian skin type (IV & V).
At Berkowits only the U.S.–FDA approved branded American long pulsed, high power Nd: YAG Laser is used by trained Practitioner under the supervision of experienced dermatologists and laser surgeons.
Do I Need Multiple Sessions?
One must remember that hair growth cycles are unique to you as well to the area being treated. Every hair undergoes through three distinct phases, viz. Anagen (growth phase), Catagen (transitional phase between growth and resting) and Telogen (Resting phase). This cycle continues throughout life. The laser can eliminates hair only in growth cycle i.e. Anagen phase and at any given time only 3o% hair are in growth cycle. Since, hair enter the growth cycle at different times, six to eight sessions with a 4 to 6 weeks gap between each session are necessary to reduce the hair successfully.How Long Does A Session Take?


(After Laser Hair Removal)
The time required for a session depends on the body part being treated. For example, the upper lip session may take 20 minutes, whilst legs may take up to 3 hours.

Is Laser Hair Reduction 100 % Guaranteed?
Laser effectively targets most (90%) hair follicles in the body. Certain hair follicles may be in dormancy state while being treated and later on may produce new hair due to biological and hormonal changes in the body; therefore, in some cases periodic maintenance sessions may be required.

Is Laser Hair Removal Costly?
As compared to other existing techniques and considering factors like time frame, number of visits, pains, side effects, result and satisfaction, laser treatment for hair removal stands economical to other methods. Initially it looks costly but in the long run it is the most economical and reliable option.

BEAUTY DIET

Basic tips:Beauty diet

Your diet contributes a great deal towards making you beautiful. Therefore eating a proper healthy diet is important to keep looking beautiful. Given below are a number of food items that you should include in your beauty diet.

*Almonds: These nuts are known for their anti-aging properties. They contain a lot of vitamin E and have a high amount of fatty acids that help to keep your skin supple. Almonds also contain antioxidant selenium. Do not too many of them as they will add calories. A handful is enough.
*Protein: To keep nails strong and moisturized by eating plenty of protein. Protein helps in the build up of keratin. Keratin is the substance that makes up nails. Skinless, boneless chicken breast, lean turkey, tuna and beans are rich in proteins.
*Vitamin B: Food that is rich in vitamin B makes your hair shiny. Important sources of this vitamin are eggs, milk, green vegetables and poultry. Silica is important to keep your hair elastic, shiny and healthy. Raw oats, cucumber skin, onions and bean sprouts are rich in this mineral.
*Fish: Eating oily fish like salmon that contain omega-3 fatty acids will help hydrating and nourishing skin.
*Zinc and Calcium: Both these minerals help in eradicating pimples. Zinc is found in oysters, turkey, seafood, eggs and milk. Calcium is no doubt good for your bones, but helps in clearing your skin too. Calcium rich foods like skim milk, low-fat cheese and yogurt. These foods not only remove pimples but reduce wrinkles as well.
*Vitamin C: Vitamin C helps in the build up of collagen, which reduces wrinkles. When your skin has more collagen your skin retains its elasticity and wrinkles take longer to form. Kiwi fruit is the best source of vitamin C. Other good sources are oranges, mango, honeydew and papaya.
*Vitamin E: Vitamin E is known to ease the swelling and redness associated with sunburns. Swelling causes the stretching of skin that in turns leads to wrinkle formation. Eat plenty of peaches and blueberries to increase the build up of vitamin E in your body.
*Vitamin C and Iron: Vitamin C and iron together help to reduce the dark circles under your eyes. Eat skinless chicken and red, yellow and orange peppers. These are rich in both and will help in reducing dark circles.
*Water: Drink as much as water as you can. Water removes the toxins from the body and refreshes your skin and makes in glow. Water hydrates your skin and keeps it supple.
*Tomatoes: Tomatoes contains skin-caner-fighting antioxidants: beta-carotene, vitamin C and lycopene. Eat tomatoes in any form and you will ingest these antioxidants. To increase the body's absorption of lycopene cook tomatoes in a little olive oil.
*Apples and Celery: To remove stain from the enamel of your teeth eat crunchy foods like apples and celery.

HOW TO CREATE SMOKY EYES?

Smoky eyes have been a big style for quite awhile and there's no sign this particular trend is dying. Here we show you step-by-step instructions on how to get the perfect smoky eye.The key to the perfect smoky eye is proper blending. You want to make sure colors are blended together flawlessly. Also, it's important to pair light base colors with rich dark colors. Nice mixes include: Soft gold base with deep purple on top, champagne base with bright blue and peach base with green hue.
How to create smoky eyes?
Here's How:
prp the lid. The key to keeping eyeshadow from melting into your eyelid crease as the day goes on is to kept eyelids oil-free. To do this start with an eyeshadow base (also called "primer"). I prefer to dab at bit of "MAC'S" paint on lids before shadow application. Or try fresh freshface perfecting eye primer.
Apply eyeliner. If you're going for a typical black, brown or gray smoky eye, apply liner in one of those colors above the upper lash line, drawing line thicker in the middle of eye. If your opting for a jewel-toned eye (violet makes a gorgeous smoky eye), line eyes with a purple, blue or deep green liner.
Blend in color on bottom lashes For color on the bottom (a key smoky eye look) you'll want a lighter eyeliner. The key is to "smudge it." You can also apply a bit of shadow to get full smudge effect.
Apply light base color Again, the key to a smoky eye is pairing a lighter base with the darker hue. I prefer a nice cream shade for my base. Sweep a light, shimmery shadow over the lids to your browbone. I love stila's whipped eye shadows. The moist "mousse" consistency seems to stay on forever. My favorite colors are taupe and pearl.
Blend in darker color, but keep dark color below the crease. Now that you have the base and eyeliner on, it's time to get the smoky effect. You need a darker eyeshadow shade. Using an eyeshadow brush blend in color starting at your lash line, blending up. Make sure to blend color into the lash line so the eye liner disappears. Stop deep color at crease.
Doublecheck your work Make sure eyes match and blend color with a Q-tip if need be.
Finish with several coats of volumizing mascara. Tried and true mascaras (featured in "Elle" magazine's March 2006 issue) include diorshow mascara & L'Orealparis volume shocking mascara. Elle's writer says they are the best volumizers she's tried.

Tips:
Remember to keep lips nudeWhen applying strong makeup (like smoky eyes or red lips) put the focus on either eyes or lips, never both. (Think Angelina Jolie: She either plays up her huge eyes or her huge lips, never both. If she did, she'd look like a clown).

For a bit of fun, try a blue or purple mascara. It will make blue eyes "pop."

Liner doesn't have to come in pencil form. Makeup experts know eyeshadows make some of the best eyeliners. To do this take an eyeliner brush (available at Sephora, MAC or any dept store), wet it, then dab wet brush into the dark shadow. This allows for a deep, precise line. You can also use the dark shadows without wetting brush first. Either way, eyeliner is necessary for smoky eye.

This season go jewel-toned (blue is great for you blue-eyed girls) and keep your eyes smoky but stay away from dark browns and black. Instead, go for a deep purple, a gold-brown or any of the many vibrant colors in this year

BEAUTY TIPS !!!!

Makeup Myth 1. You can do harm to your skin if you wear makeup every dayOn the contrary. The makeup protects the skin from the harmful sun’s rays, from the wind and the dust. Most of the makeup products contain many moisturizing and nourishing ingredients that that nourish and moisturize the skin during the day. nowadays most of the foundations, face powders and even lip glosses offer sun protection - SPF 15 or higher to protect the skin from the sun’s rays and to prevent skin discolorations or sunburns.
Makeup Myth 2. Black eyeliner can make your eyes appear bigger It isn’t true. The dark shades can make eyes appear smaller, rather than bigger. If you want to make your eyes appear bigger you should use lighter colors (brown, gray, violet). Before you apply mascara on your lashes, line the inner rims of your eyes with a white pencil to open up your eyes and to create the illusion of bigger eyes.
Makeup Myth 3. If you don’t wear makeup you can cleanse your face only with water During the day or during the evening, while you are sleeping your skin produce many oils and many of the dead skin cells peel. When you are out, your skin attracts dust which if not removed in time may lead to different breakouts and blemishes - pimples, large pores, blackheads,whiteheads etc. cleansing your face at least twice a day with mild cleansers and facial toners that are appropriate for your skin type is essential for every skin type and age.
Makeup Myth 4. If you use waterproof mascara your lashes will become brittle It isn’t true. On the contrary. Most of the waterproof mascaras contain more proteins and vitamins than the water soluble mascaras. They contain silicone oils which create a protective coat on the lashes and nourish them. Yes, it’s true that waterproof mascara may be very difficult to remove in the evening but you won’t have any problems if you use good makeup remover.
Makeup Myth 5. The eyelash curlers can easily damage your lashes It isn’t true, as long as you know how to use it properly. Curling your eyelashes using an eyelash curler makes your eyes look wider, brighter and longer and doesn’t make your lashes look fake.You should use eyelash curler before you apply mascara. The lash curler must be positioned very gently on the tip lashes and the movement may be repeated until you achieve the desired look. Carefully squeeze the edges of the eyelash curler together and hold for a few seconds and gently release the curler from the lashes.
Makeup Myth 6. Cream blush is better than a powder blush It depends mainly on your skin type. The powder blush is appropriate for those women with oily skin and must be applied with the aid of a big, round brush. A cream blush works great for those with normal or dry skin and must be applied with a makeup sponge or with your fingertips.

Handbags and purses

Ask a woman what is that she will never leave the house without; and without batting an eyelid she would reply - "My handbag." Yes, every woman requires her purse wherever she goes because in that she carries everything she requires. That is her little treasure case in which the house keys, money, car keys, shopping list, a few cosmetic articles, mouth freshener and cell phone, apart from other things is kept.
Most women prefer to have two or three handbags and purses in their closet. This is because the more they have, the more the confusion about which one they should carry. And unnecessary time is wasted in transferring everything from one bag to another. So, ideally the essential two or three bags make things manageable. So, there will be a black, brown and white, typically. However, the choice differs from person to person.
The trends in purses keep changing. Earlier it used to be on a yearly basis, but off late it seems to be something that happens with each changing season. In fact, this has been ingrained into the Indian fashion scene in recent years. Abroad, on the international ramps, the fashion designers and fashion houses of global repute showcase their seasonal collection on the ramp. This includes clothes, handbags and purses and other accessories. And so, almost every three months there is a new trend in the market to be followed.
The fashion may just change in terms of the dominant color or then the shape and size of the purses. For instance, in the last season big metallic bags seemed to be the in thing. Women of all ages were seen carrying these bags. During the winter season red seems like the dominating color and so one can see women carrying various shades of red, all over the place.
While women wait to get something new, as soon as the trend is launched, yet one should purchase it if it goes with their profile. For instance, a person working in the corporate sector is advised not too carry a comic-strip-print bag to work. Similarly, young college going girl need not carry a mini-executive bag to college, even though it maybe in vogue.
One can find out about the latest fashion in handbags and purses from the various publications, as well as fashion shows telecast on television. And a periodic visit to the market will also make one aware of all that's in and what's out too.

General Styling Tips

Why Dress Up?
*Helps you Ham it Up and keep a smile on your dial.
*Helps an audience place the dance in history (ie not Rock n' Roll!).
*Gives a sense of spectacle.
*Puts you in touch with the era of the dance (20's, 30's, 40's, 50's, naughties.)
*Lets you know you're in 'Fun Mode', not Work Mode, Family Mode or Tired Mode!
*Being in costume allows your Dance persona to shine! New outfit, new personality!
*They were damn stylish eras! You'll never look so good!

Vintage shopping tips
*Look outside your size.
*Keep in mind folk were different sizes back then. Most 40's girl stuff is current day 8-10.
*Check out the weight, seams and cut of an item for 'danceability'.
*Remember the 70's & 80's had 40's revivals.
*Look for colours/patterns that suit you, and are 'vintage'.
*Never walk past an Op Shop or Designer Recycle Shop. Don't wait till you need an outfit.
*Check out Army Disposals for uniforms.

Internet shopping tips
*Know your sizes in inches & centimeters buy a dual measuring tape and get measured up professionally!
*Postage from the US costs about $15 AUD for 1-2 pieces, so factor it in.
*Let ebay be your friend- see search terms on the next pages, and start slow! Try a tutorial first. *Bookmark an International Currency Converter and Clothes Size Converter for quick reference

Make it yourself
*Vogue and Butterick pattern books still have great 40s & 50s patterns in the Vintage section.
*Crochet a Snood for your hair (for girls mainly, but if your beard gets out of control…?!)
*Add vintage buttons to a new shirt or fat buttons on wide-legged pants
*Find a good Sailor collar, sew it on a t-shirt. Voila, vintage Repro!
*Embroidery/ iron on Swingy patches. Loads on the internet and some at Lincraft/Spotlight.
*Hemming tape is your friend too, use it for cheap quick alterations to hemlines/sleeves.
*Use part of the fabric design to make accessories.

MEN FASHION

Office Wear For Men
There is a difference in styling for personal and professional purposes. Corporate clothing for men specifies a proper office wear for men. But this trend has undergone a major transformation. Traditionally the man's office work clothes was formal consisting of the conservative tie. But now business attire is fading away. A proper business suit with uniform blazer trouser color was almost mandatory.
Dot com oomph brought about a revolution in the dressing style, paving way for a more cool and comfort clothing, with which modern man can associate himself. Haute couture menswear collection consists primarily of casual business suit, where tie is optional. You can go in for half sleeve patterned shirts. Different styles of suits can be opted for. In some offices, there are no norms regarding clothing style. Jeans and T-shirts are finding place in some office premises.Whatever you wear, make sure it suits you. Don't get lured by the designer labels but ensure proper fit because that is what ultimately matters. Never compromise on quality. Therefore the choice of fabric is of vital importance. Choose a fabric according to the season. For the perfect fit, you can try out custom suits that are specially tailored to give you just the perfect fit that will give you the complete look.

Stylish T-Shirts For Men
Summer favorite, they come up in different styles and patterns, beautiful rainbow colors are their specialty and they are none other than our comfy stylish T-shirts for men. It is attired by men of all age group right from a small kid to college boy to a professional. Different casual T-shirts for guys are flooding the market and creating bizarre. Designer man T-shirts collection is simply amazing ranging from trendy polo T-shirts to fashionable Statement T-shirts, Ringer T-shirts, and Retro Tops etc.
There is diversity even in the necklines. At one point of time round necks were in, followed by V-necks. Collared T-shirts have always been in fashion. Till the past few decades, men used to tuck the T-shirts but now the latest fashion is of tank tops and waist length short tops with slits on both the sides. These days pastel colors are very in. Stripes have always been in demand. Young boys attire virtually all colors be it pink, burgundy, blue, green, red or the versatile black.Floral prints, which were considered to be feminish prints, have now become men's style too. Young boys prefer attiring colored vests or else just pick up some cool sleeveless T-shirt. Retro designs are booming. Loose fit or skin tight both are out. The best is to look out for comfort fit. Cotton t-shirts are just ideal for beating the summer heat. Polo T-shirt is just too hot and is extremely popular among young men. So, men experiment with different stylish T-shirts and choose your style.

Buying Necktie For Men
These men necktie-buying tips are a great help in choosing the perfect neck tie for men:
Ensure that the color of your tie is darker than the shade of your shirt.
Bright shades in tie are a total no.
Tie should be at least 3.5 inches wide. Don't compromise with it for the sake of design.
Ideal tie length is waist long.
Clips should be avoided on ties.
Your tie color should not coincide with your shirt color. Avoid similar shades. Otherwise the charm of your tie will be lost.
While shopping tie matching with a particular business suit, ensure that the main prominent color of tie should go well with the suit color, while the secondary tie color should match the shirt color.

Men's Fashion Accessories
The reservoir of men's fashion accessories is vast and consists of innumerable things. In the catalog of top men accessories we have belts, watches, designer eye frames, perfumes, socks, tie, wallets and briefcase etc. Apart from these known categories we do have some miscellaneous men accessories that adorn men's personality like designer man cufflinks accessory, coin holder, money clips, head bandanas, key chains, pen, moisture wicking sweatband and valets etc.
Loose change is of extreme importance to people traveling in buses. But the worst part is that they are not given due respect while storing. They don't even have a fixed reserved place for themselves and they are always kicked from here to there. Sometimes they find their place in pockets and sometimes under people's feet. But now this mishandling is not to be tolerated. These days we have special coin holders to take care of coins and coins can easily rest inside them. Leather coin holders are in vogue. To take care of your precious money, we also have designer money clips.When it comes to some elegance and style, classic cufflinks cannot be forgotten. If you want to maintain the perfect gentleman look, these cufflinks are a must. They embellish your personality and give you just the perfect complete look for the convocation meeting or any other formal occasion. Monogrammed cufflinks are very in.For cool youngsters, there are an exotic variety of funky head bandanas available in different styles and patterns. They come up in all rainbow colors. So, men what are you waiting for. Go and flaunt your style with these fabulous fashion accessories.

Men Eye Care Wear
When it comes to men eye care wear, men cannot simply compromise. Comfort, fit, durability and of course style all are priorities while choosing men's eyeglass frames, contact lens and designer man sunglasses. Optical showrooms are stored with fashionable men eyewear consisting of stylish eyeglass frames, soft contact lenses and fashionable man sunglasses. Anything that shows on your face has to look good on you. So, eyewear needs to be chosen carefully.
For the perfect fit, ensure that the frame is not too big for your face. Ensure that the temples don't dig too much into your head because that can be a cause of headache. Ideal temple length should extend upto your ears. If the temples are too tight, they can be adjusted and loosened. Look out for the comfort of nose pads.If you are looking out for durable frames, then the best is to select titanium or stainless steal material. Titanium is a big hit among sportsmen and is an epitome of style and comfort. Even if you try crushing, molding or bending it, it will take back its original form.When it comes to styling as it is said 'old is gold', our old designs like Aviator and double brow-bar are back again in fashion but with a makeover to suit the contemporary times. Today eyewear of different shapes and sizes are hitting the optical shops.For people with a big body frame should go in for large sized glasses. Well, but our counterpart small sized John Lennon glasses are equally hot and popular among small body framed men. For the modern look, the perfect option is the lightweight rimless and semi rimless glass. They are classy and when combined with anti reflective lens give a sleek look. If you maintain a hip-hop style, then plastic is your type of frame. Plastic lenses come up in distinct styles.For people who did not like attiring eyeglasses can go in for contact lens. Today, a vast array of lenses is available. Most of the teens attire colored contact lenses to change the very natural color of their eyes. Popular colors are brown, blue and green.For protection from the hot sun, we have specially made photo chromatic eye frames for men who wear spectacles. To beat the heat and to define a fashion style, there is an exotic range of designer sunglasses. In the catalog of stylish cool sunglasses, the top most selling brands are: Armani, Gucci, Tommy Hilfiger, Fendi and not to forget Bausch and Lomb etc.Sunglasses are doing a very good business and if you see the drawer of any youngster you are bound to find a multiple variety of sunglasses in different styles and colors according to the season and fashion. The latest trend is of Celebrity sunglasses that are endorsed by favorite bigwig celebrities like Britney Spears. Rectangular and angular styles are very in. this summer just rock and roll with your designer eyewear and see the magic your classic eyewear spells in attracting women attention.

fashion and clothing

Finding the perfect denims for you

Finding the perfect pair of jeans is perhaps the hardest task in the world. Either they’re too tight at the waist or too loose, too tight at the thighs or too loose, if you’re a woman you know what I mean when I say its tough the find the perfect pair of jeans. There are a hundred brands out there in the market offering different fits, cuts, colors, kind of wash etc.
For a petite woman there is a constant struggle to avoid looking like a little girl. For petite women the perfect jeans would be skinny jeans as they draw attention to your womanly curves as well as show your age. Skinny jeans are very flattering as they draw attention to your assets. However if you are not on the thin side it would be best for you to avoid skinny jeans. If you have a waist size of over 32 you should best avoid skinny jeans as they will make your thighs looks enormous.
For a women who tends to be a little on the fat side the most flattering type of jeans is the medium rise jeans of medium width with a straight or slightly boot cut leg. Many may argue that boot cut is out of fashion and so for them the straight leg is perfect. Mid rise jeans take away the attention from your midriff and make your legs look longer. They also emphasize your curves and gives your body a far slimmer appearance.
If you’re in your late thirties or forties it is advisable for you to stop chasing trends and instead get a pair of denims that flatter your body type and make you look classy instead of someone who’s desperately hanging onto her teenage.

make your legs cool

I’m a bit sick of clothes and the like so today’s topic are leg warmers. Yes, those tube shaped things that you see girls these days wearing around their legs. They are just called leg warmers. They do not actually perform that function.
Traditionally leg warmers used to be made of wool in an attempt to provide some sort of warmth to the wearer. Now however they are made from a mixture of cotton and other synthetic fibres so naturally do not provide any warmth. So now you know that they are just work because they are fashionable and became so because of films like Fame and Flashdance in the early 80s. They went out of fashion towards the end of the decade but have made a comeback around 2004. They were worn by dancers and during aerobics but now are multi purpose.
Since we have the functional part out of the way now we can talk about how cool legwarmers are. Leg warmers come in all colours and with all sorts of designs and can be worn with almost anything. They are mostly worn over tights or leggings or with a short skirt. They are also worn with almost any kind of footwear although mostly with open and canvas shoes.

You have regular leg warmers like the once above which you could wear with a skirt of leggings or even jeans. They are bright and really funk up your outfit.

Travel wear
When you are travelling the most important thing is comfort and functionality. When on a long trip it is important that the clothes you wear are comfortable rather than fashionable. What may be ideal for a day at the mall or a visit to the art gallery isn’t necessarily right for when you are travelling.
If you are travelling in the summer your clothes should make you feel cool and light. So dressing in a t-shirt or blouse and shorts or thin pants would be ideal. You could also wear sneakers or sandals and flip-flops. However wearing jeans while travelling in summer could become problematic as the day goes on and the fabric tends to stick to your body with the heat.
Travelling in the winter requires you to travel with a few extra pairs of warm clothing in case the place where you’re headed has a storm or rains. It would be excessively uncomfortable if you travel only with light clothing and are then stuck in a blizzard or storm. It is always better to be adequately protected and to be on the safe side.
In case you are going camping or hiking it is necessary to wear boots so that you do not have any problems while climbing mountains or cliffs. In case you are going to the beach be sure to carry extra pairs of clothing because you will often swim in the sea and you do not want to run out of dry clothes to wear. If you are going to a place where the weather is unpredictable it is advisable to carry a few extra clothes and a pullover or cardigan just in case it starts raining or becomes chilly.
If you are stuck with uncomfortable and unsuited clothes or footwear it can make a holiday rather an unpleasant experience. So remember to dress for comfort and functionality rather than fashion.

Women’s Clothing

V-neck sweaters are back with a bang this winter. I’m seeing lots of ladies around me wearing v-necks with formal shirts of the same color tone. Pairing them up with a nice smart scarf also really sends the fashion metres soaring.
Another thing that has been in vogue all this year is the dress. Whether loose buttoned up short dresses with prints or elegant fitting ones everyone has been wearing the dress. The little black cocktail dress never goes out of fashion but it is one of those things that is so hard to find that most women spent an entire lifetime making do with other things.
One of the biggest things this year has been skinny jeans. From the huge designer brands to regular ones and even non-branded manufacturers this is the latest rage. Almost everyone I’ve seen in the past six month is wearing skinny jeans. The ones that are fitting and taper down to the ankles. Although they are really smart and very flattering, they do not look good on ladies who are a little overweight. The jeans draw attention to the fact that the person’s thighs are much thicker than their calves and make the person look very funny and does not flatter the figure at all. For such people it is best to stick to straight fit jeans which give you the appearance of having longer and thinner legs.
Another huge fad this year was the ballerina shoes in a myriad colors. All across the globe people were wearing them and in almost every color. There were ones in black, silver and gold to wear with every outfit and then there were those who favored them in pink, blue and other bright colors. These shoes are so pretty and dainty that they really add that something to your entire outfit

Men Hairstyles: Trendy Hairstyles for 2008

Perfect hairstyles for men:
From the long to the short, there are several really great hairstyles that are great. However, just as there are several great hairstyles for men there are also several hairstyles that should be avoided. The decision about which hairstyles to avoid depend heavily upon your own particular body type, personal style, shape of head, and even the condition that your hair is in.
Tips to a great shag haircut for men:
If you are curious about a great shag haircut, stop and think about Shaggy from Scooby Doo. This is the perfect example of a well-executed shag. However, just because someone knew how to cut Shaggy's hair does not mean they will know how to cut yours. To help you ensure you look the best, here are some tips to follow that are designed to help keep you looking your best
Trendy hairstyles for men:
From the office to the beach to even hanging out with friends catching the latest game on television most people want to look good while still staying stylish and up to date. Nobody ever really wants to be the one person in the group who still has the same 1950's haircut they have had all of their life. Fortunately, this is not a problem at all since keeping a stylish and trendy hairstyle for

Men's Fashion Articles: styling tips

*Tips for creating the perfect men's formal wear appearance:
Everyone can agree that having the right look can often mean the difference between commanding respect, or being treated badly by the people that you interact with. While most people agree that acting professional will get you so far, having the right look can also help you complete the picture and the image that you are trying to portray.
*Reason why men's polo shirts are the perfect staple:
- If you are looking for just a few items that will help expand your wardrobe that you can wear almost anywhere then there are few items that are quite as versatile for men as the polo shirt. Men’s polo shirts are able to take you from a meeting to the beach and even the mall with minor changes. If you are looking for a selection of fabrics, prints and colors then polo shirts are absolutely perfect.
*Pairing a men's tight sweater properly- If you are trying to pull off one of the newest fashion trends then there are several things you should consider. First when trying to look appropriate in a men's tight sweater you need to ensure that the sweater fits properly. While it is made to fit snuggly, it should not be so tight that you feel as if it is ripping, or you feel as if you are having complications breathing.

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Body care :-
*Mix six-teaspoon petroleum jelly, two-teaspoon glycerin and two-teaspoon lemon juice. Apply this moisturizing lotion at least twice a week if you have dry and flaky, arms and legs
*Peel and grate a cucumber. Squeeze the juice to this, mix half-a-teaspoon glycerin and half-a-teaspoon rose water. Apply this on sunburns, leave it for some time.
*If you have cracked heels, melt paraffin wax; mix it with little mustard oil and apply on the affected area. Leave it overnight. After 10 or 15 days, your heels will become smooth.
*Massage your body with a mixture of coconut oil and any of your favourite scented oils like lavender or rosemary.
*For rough palms, use a mixture of glycerin and limejuice in equal proportion

Eye care :-
*Dip wads of cotton in a chilled mixture of cucumber and potato juice. Keep this on your eyelids for 15 to 20 minutes and gently wash it off. Apply a little baby oil.
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*Massage a few drops of coconut oil around the eyes to get rid off dark circles.
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*You can mix one-tablespoon cranberry sauce juice with two tablespoons Vaseline for a delicious home made lip balm.
*Apply the juice of lemon skin for avoiding black colour of lips
*Massage your lips with coriander leaf juice for soft and rosy lips.