Embracing this season’s love of bold and dramatic statements, leggings are making a big comeback. More versatile than your boyfriend’s Swiss army knife, everyone from top models and fashionistas to high profile celebrities is sporting a pair. Fearless is definitely the way to go, with bright colours and graphics playing a leading role. Indeed, this year has seen the fashion designers upping the ante, with…
The green waters look lovely the year round, especially for swimmers waiting to hit the waters on every weekend or on vacations. Just as there seems to be no special season for swimmers to get a taste of the waves, there in no set date to go shopping for your aspired swimsuit, swimwear or swimming accessories. However, before you head for the sandy beaches, you…
Can Pyjamas ever be luxurious? Or are they by definition the very opposite of luxury, as in they are practical, comfortable, shapeless and drab? In the past luxurious pyjamas have been understood to mean bit of satin or lace trimmed offerings but these seem more like a redesign of the same tired idea or something designed without comfort or sleeping in mind at all. Today…
From top models and fashionistas to high profile celebrities, everyone is sporting a pair of leather trousers this season. Having graced the catwalks of all the major designers, they have become the latest ‘must have’ fashion accessory, essential for the style conscious of you out there. Naughty, sexy and black are most definitely the keywords to keep in mind! Indeed, from patent leather effect trousers…
Day 5-15-08 My gorgeous sexy pageant gown arrived today-special delivery! Though it was a very short wait, I had to fight the urge to stalk the mail carrier. How could I not be excited about the perfect evening gown?! Let me backtrack a little. I am a curvy pageant queen. After quite a few years out of the royal spotlight, I am once again competing.…
Have you ever wanted to buy some really hot sexy lingerie but were not really sure where to start? First things first, we\’re talking sexy lingerie, not the dull boring \»cutie pie\» stuff, if that\’s what you\’re after then you\’ve come to the wrong place, there\’s nothing here for you, follow the rest of the pack and try the high street that\’s full of really…
In 2004, it was estimated that around 102 million people visited the West Midlands region of the UK. The best-known city in the area, Birmingham, is often considered England’s second city and has an estimated population of 1,006,500. It is also surrounded by smaller towns and cities such as Wolverhampton, Solihull and West Bromwich; however, separated by several miles of greenbelt, is the city of…
Everybody loves reminiscing about childhood loves — whether it’s favourite cartoons, music groups or books. The feel-good sensation brought on by nostalgia is beaten by no other — which is why so many nostalgia-based, retro products are available today, from printed clothes to tin lunchboxes, comics and films. In recent years, the buzz has been all about superhero movies. With successful first-time cinematic releases for…
Many fashion designers like to look to different cultures and traditions when it comes to designing clothing. This is because they are seen as different and exotic, as most of the things worn in these cultures is based on patterns and images that are not seen in our everyday life. When it comes to ethnic patterns and inspiration there are generally four consistent areas that…
As we enter the autumn/winter season and start to head towards Christmas there is more and more pressure to get it right for the festive period. What to wear for the big day? What to buy Aunty Mae? What to serve for Christmas dinner? The stress of this time of year can really get on top of you and if you are not careful you…