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The Surprising History Behind Swedish Fashion

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 07:25:06 +0100

Swedish fashion is known for having something of a practical and minimalist look. There’s certainly a ‘clean’ style to Sweden’s men’s and womenswear, and to a certain degree, childrenswear too. Saying this, even with a more simplified design, this doesn’t mean less creativity.

Even with a sense of ‘Swedish’ style, the country’s fashion industry is constantly turning, creating up to the second, desirable collections. The wonderful thing about these labels is their ability to retain the classic line the nation loves, while successful absorbing other influences. The result is something familiar, yet with a spark of originality.

As with the clothing lines for adults, Swedish children’s fashions also take on this concept of mixing the traditional and the cutting edge. A successful clothing designer understands the needs of its customers, but add a twist of imagination that is unexpected and intriguing. I’ve been looking at a brand called Mini Rodini, who seem to capture the essence of the nations style, but made for children.

How the circus inspired a clothing brand

Unlike many clothing brands, the history of Mini Rodini is an unusual one. Most clothes designers start out with a background in textiles and fashion design. Not so for Cassandra Rodini, creator of the brand. Rodini is a talented illustrator, with an interest in making children’s clothing, and looked for something a little different.

Inspiration came from the past of her own family, in the shape of her great-great-grandfather, Brazil Jack Rhodin. Who was Brazil Jack? None other than perhaps the most famous circus performers in Sweden. His name still graces Sweden’s National Circus, ‘Circus Brazil Jack’, and is part of the country’s history and culture.

With such a fascinating and rich history, it was impossible not to incorporate the feeling of excitement and escapism into the designs for Mini Rodini. The result is a collection that, at face value is a cute line of kid’s clothes. Then you notice the wonderful animals that appear, such as majestic bears, or top hat wearing pandas.

This is a great example of the rich tapestry that is Sweden’s fashion scene, whether that’s couture, high street fashion or children’s wear. It is the first appearance that draws us in with outfits that we would actually wear, then we notice the details, the unusual patterns and embellishments.

The next time you’re looking for a change in your wardrobe, or even something fun for your kids, it’s quite likely that a Swedish designer will catch your eye.

I Dream Elephants has a fantastic range of children’s clothing and accessories, from brands such as Darcy Brown, American Outfitters and Mini Rodini.

Facial Makeup Tips - Some Important Ones

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 07:35:00 +0100

Makeup enhances your beauty of features, increases your outlook and hides the flaws on your face. It helps you give a natural and beautiful look and once you get to know the art of makeup, you can do it whenever you are in need to enhance your beauty. Makeup helps you to look stunning all the time and every woman wants to look her best. Makeup is not just used to awe everyone but it is also used to give you a boost of confidence.

However makeup involves lots of tricks and techniques in order to give a natural look and enhancing your outlook. Some women have scars blemishes and other skin flaws which they want to hide and that is very much possible by makeup. Skillful makeup also means that you are taking care of yourself and giving each features of yours equal attention.

There are some tips and guidelines for perfect makeup which would want to make you look beautiful and stunning. These tips are extremely useful to start practicing how to do makeup. They are given as under:

SOME TIPS TO DO FACIAL MAKEUP:

1. Foundation is the first and foremost important thing to be applied on the skin. The foundation should be of the right shade and color and that is why it should be chose with great care. If the foundation is of a lighter color than your skin tone, it makes it look like painted and therefore you fail to get the natural look. While choosing foundation, ensure it is a good brand and it blends in your skin tone and comes out naturally.

2. Using natural makeup is the key. Dark makeup looks overly, gaudy and artificial. Blush on is important to be used when you are getting make up on and it should be a natural color. If the blush on is extremely dark or bright, it might make you look like a clown. Use blush on shade that gives your skin a flushed, healthy and glowing look.

3. Earthy tones for your eyes makes your eyes look bigger, natural and so much nicer. It also gives a sober look. Using colors can be good sometimes but when it is everyday makeup, using colors like beige, golds, and browns looks amazing.

4. Use lip color that is natural. Using peach, pink, earthy shades of brown makes your makeup look so complete and nice! However those who use purples, magentas do not get the kind of look. Use a low gloss to enhance the lip color.

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Articulated with Studs & Links #style #fashion #instagram...

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 01:13:20 +0100

Articulated with Studs & Links #style #fashion #instagram #iphoneography #photooftheday #ig #igers #iphoneasia (Taken with instagram)

Articulated with Studs and Links (by Angela Ricardo)

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:05:02 +0100

Articulated with Studs and Links (by Angela Ricardo)

Save money on college textbooks

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 23:42:00 +0100

Aside from tuition and housing, college textbooks can be one of the biggest expenses in your college career. It is often frustrating to spend so much money on textbooks that you may not open again once the semester is over. Smart college students have discovered that they can save over 50% on the price of textbooks by renting them from Campus Book Rentals instead of buying them. Renting your college textbooks is super easy; simply search the extensive database by subject, keyword, author or ISBN number. With free shipping both ways there is no hassles and no hefty postal charges. If within 30 days of ordering you decide to drop the class or decide the book is now for you simply return it for a full refund. The rental periods are designed to fit the needs of every college student and are available in for a semester (130 days), quarter (85 days) and summer (55 days). If you need to keep your textbook such as Child Psychology: A Contemporary View Point just a little bit longer to study for that all important final exam be sure to take advantage of the 15 day grace period on returns. Also if for any reason you need to re-rent the same textbooks more than once you will get it at 30% discount, which still works out cheaper than buying it right. So take advantage of these fantastic savings and put your money where it really counts, like restocking your fridge with some much needed food.

Fashion Tips for Men: How to Accessorize

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:59:15 +0100

Many men turn their nose up at the thought of ‘accessorising’ when they are already unknowingly doing it. It’s not difficult do but it is difficult to get the right balance. We take a look at how best accessorise what you are wearing, be it formal or informal.

Ties
Choosing the right tie is about finding the right contrast between shirt, tie and suit. If you are wearing a neutral suit and shirt don’t be afraid to wear a brightly coloured or patterned tie.

If you are wearing a patterned or coloured shirt then your tie should complement it. Don’t mix patterns, they clash. In order to complement your suit or shirt with your tie choose colours from the same spectrum or opposite ends, for example pink and blue works well together.

Scarves
With so many different styles of scarf and ways to wear them it is hard to decide when, where and how to wear them.

Casual Wear
Try something colourful or patterned which is directly in contrast to what you are wearing. If it is a silk or fine knit scarf try the ‘Boho’ style, in which you tie it around your neck at least twice and tie a knot at the neck.

Formal
Known as the ‘Traditional’ style this is simply draped around the back of the neck and down the body, tucking either side underneath the lapels of your jacket or coat; looks great with a formal suit jacket.

Belts
The selection of belts available to men is larger than ever with interchangeable buckles and belts now common practice.

It’s difficult exactly how a belt should be worn but as a rule of thumb reserve your leather belts for more formal occasions. For a more casual situation, when wearing items such as chinos or jeans try a canvas belt, or a woven leather belt to find that balance between formal and casual.

Cufflinks
When it comes to cufflinks this is a completely personal choice and is something which allows all people to show a little bit of individuality. Just be conscious of the situations in which you choose to wear them; for example, wearing your favourite football team might not be the best idea when you are going for a job interview and your interviewer’s favourite team happens to be your archenemy.

Accessories allow you to play with different styles. Everybody has their own preference when it comes to accessorising but this is the beauty of it.

Hayden Taylor are men’s fashion experts, specialising in Laine Taylor shirts, as well as Gant, Canterbury Lifestyle and Barbour.

LFW: McQ by Alexander McQueen AW 2012 The line up for McQ by...

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 23:51:00 +0100

LFW: McQ by Alexander McQueen AW 2012

The line up for McQ by Alexander McQueen truly is sensational. Each and every single detail that made up the ensemble is breath taking for its captivating color and style. High Fashion at its finest have rolled down the catwalk leaving everyone captivated with the remarkable set for this season’s collection. Read the rest of the details below…

via Vogue

Stars Hubble Print Space Skirt - IT’S A WILD THING! (by...

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 23:21:00 +0100

Stars Hubble Print Space Skirt - IT’S A WILD THING! (by Angela Ricardo)

Who doesn’t love cosmic prints? The weather surely had gone from sunny and bright to muggy and snowy. Despite the weather going wild, that didn’t stop me from enjoying some time outside. :)

I decided to match the wild weather outdoors with a LIon printed crop top (I feel like I’ve gone wild as well) and what better way to tone down an all white surrounding —-a cosmic print skirt that makes me shine like the stars in the sky. :)

Steal this look!
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Get the skirt here: etsy.com/listing/88864830/stars-hubble-print-space-skirt

Most of you know that I have multiple blogs that I manage and...

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:14:00 +0100

Most of you know that I have multiple blogs that I manage and try the hardest to keep up with. I know my blog isn’t the best, but I am not giving up to provide quality reads and content here. My blogs is not just about blogging, it’s about me as well. I invest my time, effort and heart to making sure my blog is up to date and have content that is worth reading or checking out.

This is not rocket science for anyone whom had been blogging already before tumblr had been born. It’s not like it is super easy to simply blog about something of different topics or ideas. Tumblr does have bloggers who shares personal thought, photography of certain themes, but mostly dominated or reblogs of different kinds of pictures and animation. Maybe its just me, maybe I am getting old already which is why I can’t for the life of me force myself to simply reblog just about anything. Is that a crime? Somehow I still want to keep my focus in the same niche combining personal thoughts, and photography reblogs related to my blogs focus.

The photo I have used is taken from my stay in Lakenheath and it feels like the time just froze there and made me realize I need to make better use of my time.

Many of you have sent me queries regarding fashion tips, style questions and how to monetize your blogs. Honestly, there’s really no right or wrongs on fashion, you just have to go with what makes you comfortable. Fashion is a statement, you can express yourself in any way.. If you’re looking into upgrading your closet or simply to add on to your current wardrobe collection you can check out Aeropostale and for deals I rely on CouponCodes4u to help me save on my regular shopping tab.

For those of you who want to earn from your blogs all I can say is it takes time. You have to invest time and effort before getting there. You can’t simply just earn from a new blog. You have to build your rank, traffic and backlinks. My best advice would be to focus on your content, just blog away and enjoy. The monetization just comes as an incentive later on. For an affiliate network visit Blue Global Media they specialize in Payday affiliate programs. Hope that helps.

Vintage Mademoiselle #instagram #iphoneography #photooftheday...

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 15:56:26 +0100

Vintage Mademoiselle #instagram #iphoneography #photooftheday #ig (Taken with instagram)

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Mon, 20 Feb 2012 02:32:25 +0100

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No one put a shotgun on your head to visit and check out my blog. I do sense jealousy from your end though. LOL. Too bad, nothing you can say would affect me. Thanks for the time anyway.

LFW: TopShop Unique AW 2012 The TopShop Empire opened up this...

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 23:24:00 +0100

LFW: TopShop Unique AW 2012 The TopShop Empire opened up this season’s collection with Wool Coats and Laced-up Boots. There were no fancy accessories like animal ears, risqué cut-outs or crazy hair style. Just the military inspired ensemble that stole everyone’s attention. As always, they have drawn a good crowd and among those is Alexa Chung, Poppy Delevingne, Anna Wintour and Olivia Palermo.

“My heart belongs to Topshop,” tweeted Poppy Delevingne just after the finale, and it would be very hard not to agree – fashion’s high street favourite has suddenly got a lot more grown-up - and a lot more covetable.

via Vogue

Désir d’espoir (by Angela Ricardo) Love Vintage? Me too!...

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 21:59:00 +0100

Désir d’espoir (by Angela Ricardo)

Love Vintage? Me too! I am wearing a dress from BIKKURI VINTAGE FINDS •❤• Get yours now at http://www.etsy.com/shop/errickel?ref=pr_shop_more

Heey!! Very nice blog, I have followed!

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 20:56:00 +0100

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mirnah: So, I have another giveaway! You have chance to win...

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 01:28:03 +0100

mirnah:

So, I have another giveaway! You have chance to win this pretty dress, size L (it fits M, too). Its price is about €100. My pictures are here.

All you have to do is:

Reblog this post

Follow Mirnah on Twitter and/or like Mirnah on Facebook

Contest is opened worldwide and you have one week to enter! (February 25th), winner will be chosen via random.org.

MEOW says the kitty cat (by Angela Ricardo)

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 23:39:59 +0100

MEOW says the kitty cat (by Angela Ricardo)

LFW: Moschino Cheap & Chic AW 2012 Season after season each...

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 22:52:00 +0100

LFW: Moschino Cheap & Chic AW 2012

Season after season each collection is inspired by a certain theme that every designer focuses on. When it comes to Cheap and Chic, Moschino goes the extra the mile to provide quality, comfort and style. This season [autumn/winter 2012-13 point] - it’s all about make-up. Making up Life.

The whole collection is very sweet, girly and makes a wonderful addition to London’s wonderful lineup. Get the whole breakdown below.

via Vogue