Wednesday, February 20, 2013

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How I Met Your Mother: Happily Ever After





(S04E06) This was an odd episode. Sure, it gave us some closure on the Stella storyline and also gave us a lot of insight on why Robin acts like an alpha male even as she rocks the hell out of a cocktail dress. There were some genuinely funny moments. But, oddly enough, all of it was wrapped in a sitcommy device that just didn't seem to justify the flashback-fest we got. Maybe spending half an episode under a restaurant table just doesn't foster the funny. Or maybe it's because I've seen the gag a hundred times before. Either way, it killed whatever comedic and emotional momentum this episode was trying to build towards yet another reset in Ted's love life.





In an article in USA Today, the cast and crew discussed the "when are we going to meet the mother already?" issue. Bays and Thomas have always maintained that we'll be introduced to the mother at some point, but what we don't know is if that's going to be the last episode or she becomes part of the Scooby gang along the way. Either way, they all said that the story of these twenty-somethings living in New York should be enough to carry us through the mystery. I just wonder at times if Ted's pursuit chokes the life out of the show and the great chemistry among the five leads.





This episode was a good example. We knew that Ted's denial over Stella leaving him at the altar would boil over in one form or another; his way was to avoid her at all costs and push down the pain like a good Ohioan should. But when the whole gang ducked under the table to avoid her at that tapas place, I just hoped they wouldn't be down there very long. But the longer they were down there, the less I liked it. I mean, wouldn't Stella have seen the be-suited pant legs of Barney sticking out from under the table? Wouldn't anyone notice the waiter ducking under the table to deliver Ted's almonds? It just seems too odd to be believable.


Tuesday, February 19, 2013

What do Real Navy SEALs Wear While on Mission




If you ask a kid, what he wants to be when he grows up, more often than not, the answer would be a Navy SEAL. The Navy SEALs have a strangle hold on the popular consciousness of adults and youngsters alike and this popularity is akin to a cult following. However, not everybody can be a Navy SEAL and most people have to make do with wearing US Navy SEALs gear that is available in most apparel stores.





Is The Apparel You Buy The Real Deal?





So, how do you know that, the clothing that you buy is really something that Navy SEALs wear on their missions? The problem lies in the fact that each and every aspect of a Navy SEALs life while on duty is classified. This also lies true for their clothing which is an intrinsic part of the customized Navy SEALs mission gear. Navy SEALs have an impressive line-up of clothing that fits the various missions that they embark upon.





It is no secret that right from their weaponry to their clothing, and from the vehicle they use to the diving SEALs mission gears, the Navy SEALs are one of the best outfitted bands of soldiers in the world. All the operations undertaken by the Navy SEALs are demanding and challenging, be it on land, air, or water. The customized and specific US Navy SEALs gear enables them to acclimatize and adapt to all kinds of surroundings, which in turn help in the successful conclusion of their missions.





As mentioned earlier, Navy SEALs don't have a single gear for all missions. All that they wear or use is dictated by the demands of the mission. Their clothing is dependant on the weather, the terrain, the need for camouflage and any other associated conditions.





Most US Navy SEALs missions are clandestine operations and require silence during movement, be it any terrain. Moreover, in most cases it is of paramount importance that they are not seen until they strike. This gives them an element of surprise.





More often than not Navy SEALs need to blend in with the units they are supporting. Herein, the US Navy SEALs gear is the specific service centric Battle Dress Uniform, which is modified for their use. In the Vietnam War many Navy SEALs units wore camouflage clothing with tiger stripes. Very often, they also wore civilian blue jeans and rubber-soled high-top canvas sneakers for their patrolling missions.





In effect it's pretty simple. They will wear desert camouflage clothing if they are fighting in the deserts of the Middle East or wear woodland camouflage clothing if they are conducting their operations in a forest.


Monday, February 18, 2013

What Girls' Dreams Are Made Of




SAN FRANCISCO - Remember how Cinderella's fairy godmother magically transformed her from pauper to princess with the gift of a gown? Eight girls, members of the San Francisco Boys Girls Club and winners of the organization's 2008 Youth of the Year Award, experienced a similar makeover last month. Each girl, selected for her outstanding community service and leadership, was gifted a brand-new designer gown donated by Diamond Bridal Gallery.





The honored teen recipients appeared at the May 6 Legends Dreams Celebration in their new dresses-but that's not the only place they were intended to wear them. These deserving students had another big event coming up: prom.





"We know how important a gown is in helping girls feel beautiful," says Seniya Petra, manager of Diamond Bridal Gallery. "We feel privileged to have participated with the Boys Club of America to help make girls' prom dreams come true. One of the girls who received one our gowns had never put on a dress in her life. She was so surprised at how beautiful she was!"





Prom is a special time in teenagers' lives, and for girls who can't afford a prom dress, it's no less important. Thanks to Diamond Bridal Gallery, the underprivileged girls honored at the Legends Dreams Celebration were able to attend their June prom in couture style.





Diamond Bridal Gallery knows what women and girls want. Women enter the Granite Bay bridal shop every day in search of the dress that will make their wedding dreams come true. The dedicated staff has a gift for helping every woman find that perfect dress that makes her look as elegant and unique as she feels. Family owned and operated, Diamond Bridal Gallery specializes in European, couture and unique dresses for weddings, prom and special events. They are also the exclusive US dealer for Oksana Couture, a stunning line of bridal and evening gowns by Eastern European designer Oksana Mukha.


Sunday, February 17, 2013

What does Black attire mean




It is usually referred to as Black Tie as follows:





Black tie





"Black tie" in other words means formal clothing. Men need to wear black tuxedo, formal (pleated front) white shirt, black bow tie, black socks and shoes, no gloves. Women have to wear formal long evening dress, short cocktail dress or dressy evening separates.





Black tie optional





A "black tie optional" gives two options for men - wearing a tuxedo (as "black tie") or dark suit, white shirt and conservative tie. A "black tie optional" means that clothing have to be formal. Women can choose between long evening gown, cocktail dress or dressy evening separate.





Creative black tie





"Creative black tie" gives room for interpretations of formal wear. Man can wear more modern clothes with tuxedo - trendy items, such as a black shirt or a matching colored or patterned bow tie and cummerbund. This matches with dressy black leather shoes and black socks. Woman can choose from formal evening gown or short cocktail dress and any of these two can be accessorized with a feather boa, colorful shawl or colorful jewelry. Sometimes, theme parties set "Texas Black Tie" dress code or any other variation of Creative Black Tie. Then a man can wear a tuxedo with boots, and woman can choose a long dress paired with Southwestern style jewelry and belt.


Saturday, February 16, 2013

What do you do to dress cauliflower up




I make a simple marinara sauce and put cut-up pieces of cauliflower in it and simmer until done, sprinkle grated cheese on it and serve as a side dish. I have also cooked some ziti or spaghetti and put it in the marinara sauce with the cauliflower and you can serve this as a first course.





The second way is to par boil a head of cauliflower, drain it and put it in a baking dish. Put Italian seasoned breadcrumbs over it, trickle olive oil over the breadcrumbs with grated cheese, and bake in a 350-400 degree oven 1/2 hour or until tender. This is a very tasty side dish with meat.





You can also par boil the cauliflower in pieces, coat them with egg, dip them in flour seasoned with salt, pepper and paprika or seasoned breadcrumbs and saute them in vegetable oil. Drain on paper towels. Enjoy!





You can make a white sauce. (butter, flour and milk) put the cooked cauliflower in a pan, cover the top with your favorite grated cheese, pour the white sauce on top, sprinkly a little paprika for color and bake.





cook in a 350 degree oven until cheese melts and everything is warm and bubbly.





We have this creamed cauliflower every Thanksgiving. It is always one of my side dishes. Any vegetable is good when you add cheese to it.





If you are watching your weight, treat the cauliflower like you would mashed potatoes. Mash the cauliflower, add a little milk and a pad of butter. Mix it all up and it will look like mashed potatoes at a fraction of the calories. I use this one all the time. it is good.





Directions





Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.





Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Blanch the cauliflower for 2 minutes. Transfer the cauliflower to a buttered 9 by 13-inch baking dish and let cool, about 5 minutes.





In a small skillet over medium-high heat, brown the pancetta. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside.





In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the flour and stir until combined. Continue stirring for 2 minutes to cook the flour. Slowly add the milk, stirring continuously until the milk has incorporated and there are no lumps. Add the garlic clove and red pepper flakes and stir the sauce over low heat until the mixture coats the back of a wooden spoon. Add the Parmesan, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and the reserved pancetta. Stir to combine. Pour the sauce over the cauliflower to cover. Top with a sprinkling of bread crumbs.


Friday, February 15, 2013

What Dress Will Kate Middleton Wear




ET when the designer's name, along with photographs and sketches of Middleton's gown, will be posted on the official royal wedding website.





Till then, the dress is reportedly being kept in a vault, and only Middleton, her lady-in-waiting and the designer have seen it.





About the only certainty about the dress right now is that it will be made by a British designer.





Many media outlets have speculated that the dress will be a creation of Sarah Burton's, the designer for the late Alexander McQueen. She was considered McQueen's right-hand prior to his 2010 death and was head of design for the label's women's wear since 2000.





The Daily Telegraph reported that Middleton chose Burton "for the discretion afforded by her relatively low profile, as well as for her alternative take on elegance." Burton's work is said to have "caught Middleton's eye" when she designed an off-the-shoulder wedding dress for Sara Buys, a fashion journalist who in 2005 married Tom Parker Bowles, Camilla's son. Buys is reportedly friendly with Middleton.





Considered one of Britain's edgiest labels, a McQueen dress would be in line with Middleton's interest in fashion. On the other hand, that interest in fashion lends credence to the Daily Mail's report that Middleton designed the dress herself.





Middleton has long been interested in fashion and design. She worked for the British apparel chain Jigsaw as an accessories buyer after graduating from St. Andrews University, where she studied art history. It was at St. Andrews where she modeled in a student fashion show and reportedly caught Prince William's eye in a see-through dress.


Thursday, February 14, 2013

What Does It Smell Like




Gold by Kim Kardashian is the second perfume to be released by Miss Kardashian herself. Its predecessor, Kim Kardashian for Women by Kim Kardashian has remained one of the leading women perfumes on the market since its release back in 2009. We can safely assume that Gold will do just as well, if not even better, in terms of sales once it released and available for public purchase.





The idea behind Gold by Kim Kardashian is said to be inspired and created straight from the beauty herself. Gold represents the more glamorous side of Kim, and is a synonym of her high sense of fashion and style. Gold jewelry pieces compliment her and she famously wears the color both naturally and beautifully. The shimmering gold aura that follows her and her are what have defined her as an international beauty. It cannot be denied that Kim Kardashian is one of the world most successful women to gain fame because of her gorgeous looks.





Gold by Kim Kardashian will stay true to its roots and follow the same style of packaging as the first signature Kim Kardashian scent. This time however, it has been designed and packaged with the color combination of black and soft gold. The bottle though is identical to the first and includes the signature KK logo (her initials).





Yes, no doubt you wondering what does Gold by Kim Kardashian smell like? Well, seeing as it is a perfume that is released in the spring and targeted as being more of a women summery scent don expect anything too heavy. The unique combination of different ingredients lend themselves to something that is not too overpowering when worn on the skin and clothing. It is considered a scent that is defined as warm and feminine and yet has a really fun summer flare.





Gold by Kim Kardashian has been created by combining quite a variety of perfume notes including the more citrus blends of bergamot (orange scent), pink grapefruit and pink pepper. Then, some of the most popular floral feminine notes of jasmine rose petal and violet. Lastly the addition of sandalwood, creamy benzoin and amber were put in to help to keep it fresh, but still hold a nice summer spice.





For those who love to collect perfume and are going to want to add Gold by Kim Kardashian to their perfume collection, the product launches with either a 50ml or 100ml bottle of eau de parfum. Most likely within a short time period of time more and more products will become available for purchase and more affordable eau de toilettes and body lotions will be for sale.


Wednesday, February 13, 2013

What Does It Mean When My Ex Boyfriend Texts Me




The breakup took place, despite your protests. Both of you turned and went your own way for a time. You've done your best to move on, and you're starting to regroup after a few weeks of moping around the house. You're getting in shape, you've put the ice cream back on the shelf and you're starting to feel really good about yourself again. Things finally seem to be getting back to normal and you've been keeping yourself busy. It feels good. Then, out of the blue, you get a text from your ex. What is he up to? What does he want from you? Why would he text you instead of calling or emailing or something else? What does it all mean?





The first thing you need to realize is that if he's contacting you, he's definitely showing some signs that he's still interested. Don't let yourself downplay this contact as simple friendly banter or curiosity. After a breakup, there's only one reason that your ex would be reaching out.





Your relationship may have ended, but chances are good that not all of your issues have been resolved. Think of his text as a way that he can stick his toe in the pool to test the temperature before diving in head first. He thinks calling you would be too blatant and he's fearful of being put at a disadvantage. Your ex probably spent a good amount of time selecting which words to use and how to phrase them carefully to level the field and end up on even ground.





Your guy probably has been thinking about you for a while. He's been replaying your relationship in his mind and he's probably started feeling lonely. Maybe he has a lot of time on his hands and he's starting to get bored without a lot of extra things to fill his mind, and that's where you crept in. The single life isn't everything he imagined it would be, or maybe he just misses having you around. Your time apart has started to alter his beliefs about the breakup and the relationship in general. He's not ready to fully move on yet and probably wants to find a way to keep his foot in the door of maybe - just in case.





Your ex may be looking for a little more than casual conversation, though, and it's probably not what you had in mind. Maybe he's looking for a casual hookup, and going to his ex is easier in his mind than trying to find someone else. If this is true, make sure that you're prepared to stand your ground. Sleeping with him will do nothing for your chances of getting back together.





The majority of the time, when your ex boyfriend texts you, it is with the pretense of casual, innocent conversation. He's trying to break the wall of silence that has grown between you and trying to discern for himself how you still feel. He wants to see what's going on in your head before making any big moves if he's considering the possibility of getting back together, and he doesn't want to make that leap if you're giving him no indication that you feel the same way.





If your ex boyfriend sent a text, then there is a reason behind this, especially if it was out of the blue. Text messages remove the level of personal contact that you would expect from someone who wants to reconnect or restart a romance. They're a way of communication that still keeps a safe distance between two people, and it means that he feels a little shy or unsure of himself or his position with you. If your relationship ended badly, sending a text can be a good way for him to find out if you're still upset - if you are, approaching you in person could easily backfire.





The main thing that your ex is after by reaching out and making contact is knowledge. He wants to know what's going on in your world and what you're up to. He's curious about you, and he wants to know if you've moved on or if you still have feelings for him. He wants to know if you're still upset about the breakup and whether or not you may be considering reconciling. If he wants to get back together, finding out if you're already seeing someone else is a vital piece of the puzzle for him.





Take care of yourself, first. Don't give too much away too quickly. If you quickly spill all the information that he's after, he may not choose to contact you again for a significant period of time. If your ex gets the indication that you may be in the initial stages of moving on, however, his interest will multiply instantly. You want to be a little bit of a mystery, and not give too much information away right off the bat. This will expand his curiosity and may even play a little on his jealousy. You're now at the forefront of his mind, and he won't be able to focus on anything else.





Almost any reason that your ex boyfriend is suddenly texting you again is a good thing, especially if you're looking to reconnect and get back together. You're still facing an uphill battle to make him want you again, however, so make sure that you're well prepared and that you have a workable plan in place. The more knowledgeable and prepared you are, the better your chances of success become. Plan your moves carefully and don't make any sudden decision that you may later regret.





It may seem like reconciliation is right around the corner and that you're only a few messages away from jumping back into his arms. The reality is a little trickier - there are still a lot of things to accomplish before you can bet on your reconnection as a sure thing. You need to know how to respond to him in order to have the best possible affect - the wrong message can send him in the opposite direction and ruin any progress that you have made.





Patience is the key here - you can't just jump back into a relationship. There is nothing you can say to him that will send him riding over on his white horse like Prince Charming to pull you from your solitude and go riding off into the sunset. Know what drives him crazy (in a good way) and use that to your advantage. You also have to tread carefully and avoid these behaviors that could possible make him reconsider his curiosity and to stop in his tracks.


Tuesday, February 12, 2013

What does it feel like to dress sexily for your boyfriend




After a while it was just safer to dress for comfort and not aesthetics. I may be wrong but I pretty sure that not all men react this way and you should not let this put you off dressing sexily for your boyfriend.





It feels sexy!





In all seriousness, pleasure should be mutual. Personally, I like knowing whatever my partner tastes are, and dressing myself in garb that they find visually appealing because pleasing them leads to them pleasing me, and I love win-win situations. With that said, it not necessarily what you wear but rather how you wear it that gives off "sexy" vibes. If you want, you can make anything sexy, just as long as what is on you is something you feel comfortable in.





For example, you could wear a jaw-dropping racy red number, but if you feel embarrassed in it because you think it draw attention to some physical flaw you have, it be difficult to convince yourself that you sexy in it even if you know your boyfriend would want to see you in it.





Wear it for yourself. Make yourself feel good, and be happy. If someone else (your partner) gets excited, all the better.





Many people wear lingerie under their everyday clothing because it makes them feel empowered.





That why the wearer should buy their own lingerie, because they will pick out items that make them feel good about themselves (hide flaws, enhance good things, etc.). If the guy buys lingerie, he is getting something from his fantasy, and it may not work for the woman, since they are not model perfect, and all have different tastes.





Wearing sexy underwear makes the wearer fell sexy and confident - even if nobody else sees them.





I own an online lingerie and sexy costume company. You would not believe how this segment is growing. I think it has a lot to do with people being looser in their attitudes toward sex, and sexiness.





"if your wearing lingerie that makes you feel glamorous, you halfway thereto turning heads"- Elle Macpherson





We sometimes will pack up a box going out to a customer, and it will have men outfits and fun underwear, several sexy items and even some blindfolds, and other naughty things inside. We always say to ourselves "I wonder what these guys are up to this weekend?"





Let face it. The average man, would rather see a woman come into a room wearing something sexy, and then have them slowly disrobe and sexily reveal things a bit at a time, teasing the man, versus a woman simply walking casually into the room naked. Women don believe this, but it is true.


Monday, February 11, 2013

What do men think of bandage dresses




If you guys want to lap up her photo, go for it.





While she does look good in that photo, what if she's a redhead with green eyes?





She'd still look good (it's not so much the dress that looks good, as stated in the "jeans and tee" comment, but a redhead with green eyes would look a lot less attractive in that flaming red than any brunette or blonde.





What I'm saying is. yeah, the dress looks good, yeah, you have a nice body, yeah, it'll grab his attention and yeah, you are still attention whoring, not asking legitimate questions.





If you guys want to lap up her photo, go for it.





While she does look good in that photo, what if she's a redhead with green eyes?





She'd still look good (it's not so much the dress that looks good, as stated in the "jeans and tee" comment, but a redhead with green eyes would look a lot less attractive in that flaming red than any brunette or blonde.





What I'm saying is. yeah, the dress looks good, yeah, you have a nice body, yeah, it'll grab his attention and yeah, you are still attention whoring, not asking legitimate questions.





If you guys want to lap up her photo, go for it.





While she does look good in that photo, what if she's a redhead with green eyes?





She'd still look good (it's not so much the dress that looks good, as stated in the "jeans and tee" comment, but a redhead with green eyes would look a lot less attractive in that flaming red than any brunette or blonde.





What I'm saying is. yeah, the dress looks good, yeah, you have a nice body, yeah, it'll grab his attention and yeah, you are still attention whoring, not asking legitimate questions.


Sunday, February 10, 2013

What colour dress would I wear with hot pink strappy shoes




I'd either go for a matching hot pink dress and do the "pretty in Pink" look, or go for a black dress and have a hot pink handbag to tie the outfit together. Deep blue and purple would also work, perhaps again with a pink handbag, neckerchief or sash. If you can find a black dress with a hot pink print (such as polka dots) that would also look good. Most colours can be made to work with any colour shoe provided you repeat the colour elsewhere in your outfit (With pink I would steer clear of red, green or grey though)





I have a strappy teal chiffon cocktail dress for a winter wedding. What color shoes would you wear?? What color hose?? nude?





What color shoes should I wear with a solid hot pink sundress that has a lime green trim across the top of the dress and just under the bust-the trim is about 1/2 wide but the rest of the dress is solid hot pink?





Can I wear a hot pink dress with pink shoes that have diamond buckles?





I bought a fitted, satin ruby red dress to wear to a wedding at the end of March. What color of shoes should I wear and will it be too cold for strappy shoes?


Saturday, February 9, 2013

What dress was the Line actress Reese Witherspoon wearing at the Oscars




Icons are supposed to be born on the Oscars red carpet, right? But all I could think watching the fashions from last night's event was meh. But I knew the producers had supposedly reengineered the mechanics of the carpet, so I held out hope for what we might see from inside the Kodak. But instead of being surprised with an all-time best, I was shocked by an all-time worst, and from a truly surprising source: Reese Witherspoon.





The former Best Actress has delivered some of the most stunning looks to ever walk down a red carpet (remember her flawless Nina Ricci run of 2007, and that one canary yellow gem?) so when she walked onto the stage I was ready to gasp. And I did. But not in a good way.





The gown by Rodarte was, ahem, fashion forward enough with its black and blue color blocking, the swaths of toilet paper for straps, the randomly placed glitter, and the not quite invisible bra underneath -- but then she decided to take the extra step and wear matching makeup. Two words: haute mess. So it's with a heavy heart that I say move over Cameron and Gwyneth, and make room for Reese in the Oscar Fashion Catastrophe Hall of Fame."


Friday, February 8, 2013

What Do You Really Want




On a recent school day morning, my daughter and I were beginning to slip down that 藴slippery slope鈩?into an unnecessary argument. Fortunately, I was able to pause and stop myself (generally the most challenging part!), and thought wait a minute, what is it I actually wanting right now?





The answer was I wanted a peaceful morning and a loving send off with my child, and this image definitely does not include arguing before she goes off to school. However, I did want her to understand what I was saying. That it. Nothing complicated. Just simple understanding. As soon as I dropped my defenses and stopped reacting to her reactions (how much sense does that make anyhow?), and remembered what I really wanted (the first step to the Law of Attraction!), everything changed.





My voice and posture softened, I explained to her what I wanted was for her to understand, she got the energy completely shifted from tension to peace, and off she went to school happy as a lark.





It so easy sometimes to get caught up in what going on in front of us and forget that our emotions are our essential guide to what we creating.





Once we remember to stop and check in Does this feel good? Is this what I want or am I focused on what I don want?





Checking in with yourself and finding clarity allows us to make the shift to focusing on what we do want and that changes our emotions so we can start creating what we do want.





The more conscious we can become of how we feeling at any point in time, the easier it is to change it for the better, or at the very least, simply accept it so you can feel some emotional relief instead of resistance.





I had a client tell me today that sometimes he just wanted to wallow in feeling bad, but that as soon as he did, he started feeling guilty about it, because he didn think he should feel that way. Guess what? That resistance.





I asked him what he thought would happen if he just gave himself permission to feel bad and let that be okay, since it next to impossible to change anything when we feeling resistance.





He said, would probably stop feeling bad because I wouldn be fighting it. Ahhhh, the sound of emotional relief.





Acceptance lets you move right out of what you were feeling bad about as soon as you give yourself permission to feel it. It kind of a strange thing, but the more we resist our feelings and make ourselves wrong for feeling this or that way, the more our emotional self fights to hang on to them like a two year old having a tantrum! Ouch. Through her group and private coaching programs, she teaches you how to attract and create a deep, magical, and loving relationship by releasing patterns from the past. Through her group and private coaching programs, she teaches you how to attract and create a deep, magical, and loving relationship by releasing patterns from the past.


Thursday, February 7, 2013

What did the dress Whoopi Goldberg wear to the Oscars look like




Whoopi Goldberg's 'Fierce' Dress





It's the biggest night in the fashion calendar - a date every movie star has had circled for months.





The most glamorous women in the world pull out all the stops to deliver the most stunning Oscars look, knowing that the eyes of the world are upon them. But it doesn't always go according to plan - some of the creations can be rather, well, disastrous.





Mark Heyes - on-screen stylist and fashion presenter for GMTV and LK Today - picks some of the worst clangers in Oscars fashion history and gives his verdicts .





GWYNETH PALTROW





A classic case of being blinded by a label. Gwyneth, babes, it may be a McQueen but you look like the Bride of Frankenstein. And who forgot to wear a bra?





ALICE EVANS





This 70s-inspired number has nothing going for it - bad colour, no shape, matronly length, mumsy sleeves.





RENEE ZELLWEGER





This ethnic, clingy, shiny, kinky-inspired dress looks like a case of "I'll wear something wacky and get myself noticed".





BJORK





The Swan dress is the benchmark for all Oscar disasters and up until now it hasn't been beaten. I only hope the swan's feathers get ruffled this year.





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SELMA BLAIR





Oh my God, did Selma ask a Girl Guide group to turn their macrame placemats into an outfit or did she just buy a cheap, nasty dress to get her name in the paper?





TILDA SWINTON





Tilda is a law unto herself and this one-sleeve Lanvin dress defies all logic. Tilda, you're a fabulous looking woman - please get yourself a stylist.





CHARLIZE THERON





This Dior gown is seriously in your face! Big bows, sculptural crosses, an asymmetric top and a bigass bottom. All are trendy, but not all together.





CELINE DION





She likes to be different but this back-to-front Dior tuxedo looks more like a magic show costume than an Oscar outfit. Did she get dressed in the dark? As for the hat - she looks like a cricket umpire in a straitjacket. And there is no excuse whatsoever for those sunglasses.





WHOOPI GOLDBERG





It's behind you, Whoopi. Note to self: February's award season, not Panto season. And it should be the Oscar statuette who has a metallic finish - not the nominees. And as for that limegreen lining, Whoopi, what on Earth were you thinking?





You've gotta give it to her, she's not backward in coming forward. Cher and designer Bob Mackie seem to forget she's not attending a fancy dress party. But let's be honest, everyone would be disappointed if she wore a dropwaist BHS frock.


Wednesday, February 6, 2013

What EXACTLY is a cocktail dress




A cocktail dress or cocktail gown is a lady dress worn at cocktail parties, and semi-formal but not "black tie" occasions.





The length of cocktail dresses varies depending on fashion and local custom. The length ranges from just above the knee to touching the ankle. When it is about two inches above the ankle it is called tea length and when it is almost touching the ankle it is called ballerina length, although ballerina length dresses usually fall into the evening gown category.





At semi-formal occasions, less elaborate, shorter-length cocktail dresses may be worn, when gentlemen are in dark suits. Prior to the mid 20th century this type of dress was known as afternoon When gentlemen are in business suits, ladies also wear dress suits or "good" afternoon skirt and dresses.





At black tie occasions, a longer, full-skirted cocktail dress may be worn, although in the late 1960s and early 1970s short cocktail dresses were acceptable black tie attire.





By the 1980s a dress was considered to be cocktail less by where the hem fell, but more by the level of sumptuousness the garment attained.





In the mid-20th century, some couturiers began describing full-skirted cocktail gowns as "dancing costumes". Floor length is a tad too long but ankle can pass.





A cocktail dress or cocktail gown is a dress worn at cocktail parties, and semi-formal but not "black tie" occasions.





The length of cocktail dresses varies depending on fashion and local custom. The length ranges from just above the knee to touching the ankle. When it is about two inches above the ankle it is called tea length and when it is almost touching the ankle it is called ballerina length, although ballerina length dresses usually fall into the evening gown category.





At semi-formal occasions, less elaborate, shorter-length cocktail dresses may be worn, when gentlemen are in dark suits. When men are in business suits, ladies also wear dress suits or "good" afternoon skirt and dresses.





In general, a dress was considered to be cocktail less by where the hem fell, but more by the level of sumptuousness the garment attained. Nowadays, this usually means a shorter dress but hemlines can change as does the fashion.


Tuesday, February 5, 2013

What Foxcroft Apparel Will Fashionably Do For You




What you wear defines you and your personality. It is really a reflection of who you are as a person. This is the reason why clothing holds a great deal of importance particularly for a woman. Purchasing just a plain shirt will not be sufficient for her. Comfort will be the most essential factor to consider, but along with that, there are lots of other things that you are sure to find before you buy a piece of clothing. Foxcroft blouses for women are among the pieces of clothing these days that satisfy most of these requirements that you might be searching for. A couple of of these have been listed below:





The most essential factor to consider is your comfort and Foxcroft blouses are comfy to the last letter. The high quality materials used majorly contributes to the comfort level that these blouses offer. Also, they are extremely simple to wear. They don't have to be repeatedly tucked in order for you to look great and fixing them each and every now and then is also not required. They will look fantastic no matter how you wear them. It is generally tiring to keep on changing and purchasing various kinds of shirts for different purposes. Foxcroft blouses solve this problem because they are extremely versatile and could be worn either for casual or formal occasion. They are able to be teamed with practically about everything and you can look really nice altogether. This feature is among the many others that set Foxcroft apparel apart and make them really desirable.





Most blouses need to be ironed and worn. For these kinds of shirts, lack of ironing can affect the way you look. Nobody likes wrinkled blouses. They simply look tacky. Even this concern is resolved by Foxcroft blouses. These blouses are essentially wrinkle-free and therefore, you are saved of the trouble of having to iron them every time you should wear them. They're thus simple to maintain, which in turn help decrease your electricity cost by not having to use the iron at all.





Variety is another thing that you surely need. There are many shops and brands that are very limited and you wind up needing to go for a color you don't like or the size that doesn't truly fit you. Foxcroft blouses come in a really wide variety and this is what makes them number 1. Their collection is outstanding and you'll surely find something that will undoubtedly fit you. You will find a number of colors to choose from, too. The colors are bright and attractive. Plus, you do not need to restrict your self to plain patterns. You also have the choice to select from various embroidery designs and so much more.





If you believe the costs are costly and you can't afford them, you may compare prices via the internet. You'll find many web sites like eBay that sell Foxcroft blouses at lower rates. Make sure you select a trusted online shop though to ensure that you don't get cheated.





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Monday, February 4, 2013

What did you do with your wedding dress




So i have been dragging my wedding dress around now for 6yrs and hubby is getting sick of it. He wants the shelf its on for stuff b/c we live in a small place. He wanted to space bag it but then we would have to fold it all up to fit, he then told me i should sell it and i'm not sure how i feel about that. I was thinking about what if we had a little girl maybe she would want to wear it but then agian my mom was never married but if she was i wouldn't want anything to do with her dress!





Tell me what you did with yours?





Chantiworlds- WOW i love the idea. I would have to try it on but i think it may fit. I would love to do something like that. We didnt get fancy photos when we got married b/c it was a huge deal. We were 18 and didnt have a ton of money, my dad paid for almost everything but was just starting his company. I didnt care about a big wedding i just wanted to marry the love of my life! really want to re-new our vows at 10 yrs (6yrs married) and do something small with close family but much more fancy, but i dont want to wear my dress agian i want to wear a black dress. I had a dream about it, its beautiful! I'm looking into this


Sunday, February 3, 2013

What color shirt looks best with gray pants




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Saturday, February 2, 2013

What Do Women Like Part 1




Don't be surprised when I tell you that women fantasize just like men. They not be as open about it or they keep it to themselves in fear of embarrassment. In this two part article I will discuss some of the top fantasies of a woman. This article is not intended to go back to your mate with and say see I know you want to do this. You should never push your partner to reveal their fantasies because they are theirs and if they want to include you they will. Fantasy can be a great tool in the bedroom to spice up a sex life.





Women fantasize about sex with strangers. This fantasy is very common. There is no pressure when you're with someone you don't know. They know they can be wild because there isn't going to be a second meeting and the best part is they won't be judged.





Often woman like to be treated like a little girl. They like the control taken away from them and put into the hands of their partner. They like to be told what to say and they even like to get light spankings for being bad. In some cases the women even want to dress up like little girls.





Women love the thought of making love in public. Knowing that other people are watching in the heat of the moment is a huge turn on and usually multiplies the intensity of their orgasms. Just be careful if you do fulfil this fantasy because getting caught by the wrong person in public can be quite embarrassing.





This one I am not a fan of but lots of women love it. They get turned on by being told what to do. They like to give all the control to their partner. In domination the woman doesn't make a move until first being told. This fantasy is actually quite popular.





Another one that I am not a big fan of his roughing up your girl. There's enough real abuse out there but for the ladies that like it that's there prerogative. It's not always physical. Some woman might not like the hitting part but would rather be yelled at. Woman have told me what a great turn on this is but a few have told me that they do worry that there partner will get carried away.





This is the end of my first article entitled What Do Women Like. While these are fantasies that women like to get involved in at times remember most of the time it is just fantasy. They use the scenarios to heighten their orgasms. So be careful to never push your partner into something they really don't want to do


Friday, February 1, 2013

What Destroys a Marriage




Many marriages and dating relationships fail years before the loving couples meet. The exposure to a value system that promotes the acquisition of material possessions has a direct affect on our development as children. We learn early in life to take control of our material possessions.





This activity awakens our selfish nature and fortifies it as we mature. We learn to believe that we can do what we want with those possessions, my wife, my husband, my money, my toys, my bike, my car, my woman, my man, and mine, mine, mine! Unconsciously we believe these possessions are our slaves and should be at our beckon call or perform a particular function that we desire. At anytime, when our possessions do not conform to our desires or expectation, we become outraged. The reality is these are not our possessions, especially human beings.





beginning of the end of a healthy marriage or dating relationship. The core of the problems in marriages and dating relationships today is that we rely on traditions and false promises by others and institutions that manipulate our hopes and dreams for profits. We have been led to believe that institutions are held to a higher standard and do not fall into the same category as others who are motivated by selfish desires; but they are! There are in excess of 400,000 marriage counselors, workshops, and therapy sessions posted on the Internet.





Marriage counselors are professing to have the solution for a fee. Do you think they care about your marriage or dating relationship? The judicial branch of government is pointing the finger at the legislative branch. The legislative branch is pointing the finger at the judicial branch, and church organizations are partnering with social scientist to qualify for federal funding to rebuild marriages. Where is the solution?





Dating relationships that lead to marriage is the fundamental social institution deeply rooted in all societies. To uphold and defend the institution of marriage, we must place emphasis on the truth. The institution of marriage should not be built on the traditional foundation of the past. The institution of marriage must be built on a strong foundation representing truth, sincerity, sacrifice, and cooperation, mutually putting our desires and opinions to bay.





Individuals who enter a dating relationship or marriage with opposing objectives, which are to fulfill their own desires, will have a failed dating relationship or marriage. Both participants must understand that individual desires and opinions are the furthest from the truth. The truth is what exists at the moment, or an incident that occurred in the past. The truth is not what one may think is going to happen in the future, nor is it what one may believe should have or could have happened. Falsehood, seeking to fulfill individual desires, and imposing one鎶?opinions on another are destructive ingredients for all relationships and marriages.





It is time for us to face the truth and to adopt a different posture when seeking a dating partner or a marriage companion. We must change our perspective and evaluate why living together in harmony is such a momentous task. Our Online Dating Articles will reveal the truth, myths, illusions and deceptive activities.