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Things to consider when buying vintage goods

November 24th 2010 02:30

Things to consider when buying vintage goods
By:Julie27

There are so many ways to buy fashion apparels these days. You can purchase your fashion items in physical stores, online stores, online auctions, expos or high-end auctions. But whatever method you choose, there are general guidelines you should follow.

When buying designer cheap , vintage stuffs, you have to find your size - get a quick reading on an un-sized garment, hold it against your body and see how it hangs relative to arms, legs, bust and waistline. But you MUST try it on to be sure. Don't EVER buy a piece, even as simple as a tank top, without trying it on. Finally, with vintage clothes, put them on gently at half speed--it's sad to have to buy something just because you ripped it a new neckline.

Recognize quality garments - Great buttons, beautiful interior seams, unusual details (like cuffs of a peculiar shape), welted buttonholes (the kind that look like mail slots) any detail that looks like it took some thought and effort rather than run-of-the-mill. The more experience you get shopping at secondhand stores, the better and wiser you get. Also, try not to blow a couple dollars here and there constantly buying stuff -- it's much smarter to save up for a really great, high-quality piece that you'll wear and wear for years.

If you're looking to pump up your wardrobe with designer clothes , consignment may be a great, cost-effective way to do it. Then again you have to consider several things. Find a good consignment store by searching in an affluent, fashion forward neighborhood to save about 70% off retail. The best time to buy current merchandise is halfway through a season you can find items brought in by style mavens who are already through with them.

The best bargains are usually the most expensive -- it's difficult to get 30-40% off retail for an Armani. Look for core pieces, such as a Calvin Klein pantsuit, which can be purchased for a few hundred dollars. You can build from there and accessorize. Shop by feel -- you'll appreciate the better fabrics. And once you start wearing better cut clothing it's hard to go back.

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Posted By: David Nezelek - Category: Dresses, Skirts, Jackets, Pants, Shoes, Jewelry, Accessories

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Staying Warm but Stylish With Ugg Boots

November 4th 2010 01:52

by Barabbas Chambers
A few years ago, a then tiny boot brand generally reserved for surfers in Australia burst onto the shoe scene. That brand was Ugg, a name popularized by surfers who appreciated the warm, fuzzy lining of the boots. Surfers in Australia depended on the warm insides of Ugg boots to keep their feet warm when they came out of the water, but no one thought of Uggs as fashionable at the time.Uggs are unisex sheepskin boots - they have fleece on the inside and a tanned outer surface with a rubber sole. They're not waterproof, so they don't do that well in the snow, which is ironic, because many Americans initially purchased their Uggs as snow boots.

A few years ago, tons of Hollywood celebrities gave Uggs a try, and just like that, the boots were everywhere! These days, you'll find Ugg boots have gone high fashion - the retailer recently collaborated with shoe designer Tamara Mellon of Jimmy Choo to create a line of boots with studded stars and other fashionable finishes, like fringes.Uggs have gone from practical to fashionable in just a few years, and nowadays, the brand has way more than just boots. Now, you can get Ugg shoes, Ugg sandals, Ugg clogs, Ugg slippers - the list goes on and on! Ugg boots help you stay warm once the cold air rushes in, but thanks to a fashionable revamp, these surfer boots can also help you stay super stylish. Below are some picks for the fall season.

Ugg Australia Women's Classic Tall

These are the Ugg boots that started it all - the classic tall boot is one of the brand's "heritage styles." Recently, these boots underwent a high fashion makeover, and they now come in marbled copper sheepskin, so you can stay warm and make a statement at the same time. The tall Ugg boots are the most versatile style, because they look great pulled all the way up and also rolled down with a portion of the fleece sheepskin showing. With a soft foam insole covered in genuine sheepskin, these boots are extremely comfortable and also extremely warm.

Ugg Australia Womne's Classic Short

The classic shorts, like their taller relatives, are also a part of the boots that started it all. But they came next, in a shorter style that was popularized by college students all over the country, who could be seen sporting their Ugg boots with everything from denim miniskirts to tucked in sweatpants or black leggings. Every pair of classic short boots is lined in plush fleece, which keeps your feet cozy and warm, no matter what the temperature is outside. You'll also find a reinforced heel that will outlast the test of time. These boots don't attract a lot of attention; instead, they're stylish in a more classic way. Consider getting these boots in the simple chestnut shade, because they'll go with almost anything you wear.

Ugg Australia Women's Lynnea Clog

As mentioned above, Ugg has greatly expanded their offerings over the years. Now, you can find not just boots, but also sandals, slippers and even clogs! Clogs are extremely trendy this season, and Ugg's take on the famous shoe is at once stylish and warm.With a suede and leather upper and a sheepskin fleece lining, these shoes give you a bit of extra height. They're super fashionable, modeled after the clogs that Chanel designer Karl Lagerfeld made famous a few seasons back, with molded rubber heels, leather lined heels and nail head trim. Perfect for the girl who wants to stay warm and fashionable at once, these look great with a dress and a pair of thick tights.

Ugg Australia Women's Coquette Sheepskin Slippers Second to the classic style, the slip-on sheepskin slippers created by Ugg are one of the most popular styles out there. These slippers aren't technically meant for the great outdoors, but that hasn't stopped college students from wearing them to class en masse.Warm, cozy and comfortable, these slippers are fully lined with sheepskin and have a soft, flexible outer. They're constructed to mold to your foot, so you'll never want to take them off. Best of all, they're fashionable enough to wear out in public - while they're clearly comfortable slippers, they won't look ridiculous out and about in the world.

Uggs may have come from modest beginnings, but these days, the fashionable boots can be spotted on everyone from college kids across the northeast to celebrities looking to give their feet a rest from six inch heels. Get yourself a pair of Uggs this fall to ensure that you don't just stay toasty, but you also stay fashionable as well. There's no reason that you should have to sacrifice style just to stay warm - Ugg provides styles that will keep your toes warm and cozy and will still make you look great!
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Barabbas Chambers is a freelance writer who writes about a variety of topics and brands such as Ugg Boots.

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Posted By: David Nezelek - Category: Shoes

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Sexy Halloween Costumes for the Ladies

August 4th 2010 16:51

Halloween is less than 2 months away and I know that some of you ladies are probably going to wait until the last minute to get your costume. I don't relish the thought of wading through a sea of people to find that the costume you want is sold out, and the rest aren't in your size, or they are missing pieces. This happens all too often and it really sours the mood on what is normally a really fun holiday.

I stumbled across a site that has some really sexy Halloween costumes. They look fantastic and all of your favorites are there. The French Maid, the Police woman, the Nurse. But wait, this site goes way beyond that. It took me a while to navigate through all of the amazing costumes and accessories but I was astounded at some of the costumes I saw.

The forces of good and evil battle it out as either an angel or a devil. You can be a beer girl like in those commercials(The kind from Germany or Holland) A Geisha, a Girl Scout, Fairytale beings, a Fireman,Flight Attendant, a Vampire, the list is too extensive. With over 1,100 costumes in all sizes(plus sizes too!) it would be hard to match the selection and ease of getting your costume here.

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Posted By: David Nezelek - Category: Dresses, Skirts, Shoes, Jewelry, Accessories

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Shopwiki just made shopping easier!

July 1st 2010 00:56

While strolling the internet, I came across something that I think is kind of unique. There are plenty of places to shop online, and most of them search across multiple sites to find you the best deals. I found a site that seemed to take it a step further. The site is designed to read like a wiki. Like wikipedia or any number of other wiki style sites you find a topic, and the wiki tells you all about that topic. In the article are links to related items about what you searched for.

Shopwiki does something similar, but with items like Men's Pants. From there, you can search within the category to sub-categories like the type and style of pant you are looking for. Once you've reached the item you are looking for, Shopwiki will show you matching items, the list of stores they are available at, and than show you the best choice as well. The site looks at any online retailer, not just sponsored advertisers vying to be at the top of the list.

I decided to give it a try. I went looking for a suit for business meetings and weddings. I needed something versatile. I navigated to Men's Suits. From there I was presented with a wiki style page with a list of choices, and details about those choices. “What's a Suit?” was the first choice on the list. So even if you've never done this before, you'll be pretty knowledgeable by the time you are done.

I chose a Double Breasted suit. From the list of choices of retailers, I decided to refine my search. In the top search box I added 'charcoal' to the list and got a list of charcoal double breasted suits. The amount of choices I was presented with was astounding. The best part was, some of these suits looked fantastic and were incredibly reasonable in terms of price. The site was clean, and easy to read. Than I realized something. I saw more options I didn't notice before. A slider bar for things like price, and color, and check boxes for selecting a certain few retailers or select brand names.

Wow. I found a suit in less than 10 minutes. My wife thinks it's wonderful, and so do I.

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Posted By: David Nezelek - Category: Jackets, Pants, Shoes, Accessories

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Pin Up Girl Clothing. You need these clothes.

December 4th 2009 16:11

So, what is vintage culture without vintage clothing? Or clothing that looks vintage at least. If you really want that pin up girl look but don't have the time to pick through piles of crap a the Salvation Army you should seriously consider heading on over to pinupgirlclothing.com

They have a great selection of world class looking threads and really hot models to show it off with. You can see Masuimi Max (she's one of my favorites.)and a host of other hotties showing off the pinup girls wares, err wears? They have dresses, swim wear, shoes, streetwear, men's clothing, Halloween customs, and more! Here's a couple of examples

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