Thursday, 22 August 2013

Ways to Evaluate and Pick the Right Party Dress

Party dresses are flooding the market and they come with a plethora of designs and shapes as well as sizes. You may see a lot of names of them already being in most of the stores whether retail or online. Some familiar names may include the sheath party dress, the A-Line Prom Dresses uk and more, but whatsoever the name may be, here are several effective ways which could help you evaluate whether or not the party dress you are purchasing is worthy of your cash. Judge from these perspectives and you would find yourself a smarter shopper as well as a more fashionable wearer of party dresses.
First off the list, you would have to be delving deep into the fabric type, some fabric types may bring more discomfort as compared to others. You should definitely avoid party dresses made from cheap and unidentified materials, a lot of them happen to be uncomfortable to be worn, and some of them may be unsafe and might contain toxic elements which are harmful to the skin in the long run. Check for the labels and verify the fabric type. Cotton and silk would be a more preferable and ideal option for most occasions, since cotton and silk possess properties that help absorb sweat to ensure maximum comfort, they would also store warmth, which is an ideal thing if you seek to be adorned in a party dress during the colder seasons of the year, we understand that party dresses are not limited to simply one period of the year or one occasion. Pick one that fits your needs.
Next off, the design of the dress is very crucial. For general wearers of the party dress, most would opt for simple designs, and yes that would be a good option. In case you may be opting for something different, unique or special to yourself, you may try some new designs, but sleeveless, bust-length party dresses are more preferable to most people. Ideally, you would opt for something around that, but the key to preventing utter disappointment is pretty simple. A good rule of the thumb would be to ensure that nothing seems too extravagant or overdone; you would not want a design that looks too overdone that it spoils the overall presentation of the dress. Check in the mirror to see if you look good from an overall view rather than with the specifics, that would be good if you are seeking to inspire a clean and tidy look to others. An extravagant and overdone dress would be horrifying and devastating to your image and the occasion, since it matches neither you nor the occasion you are going to.
Finally, you would check on the climate and look for what you could ideally pair up with the party dress you desire to wear. Climate changes are great changers of clothing, and with that being said, you would expect yourself to get into thicker party dresses than the ones you would wear during summer, in order that you may keep yourself warm. You could be expecting yourself to bring along a coat, and of course, a coat that matches well. The colors and designs do not look overdone and do not strike out the beauty of the complementary clothing.
 
Check for these things on the list and you would pretty much have the right party dress for yourself. Cheers.

Beaded Wrinkle Short Cocktail Dress

Beaded wrinkle cocktail dress is features thick glittering one-shoulder strap, slim design a tight silhouette.
Size zipper is fastened to reverse for a true size. It is all that a magical cocktail dress should be.
Add the feminine touch with high heel shoes.
Fabric: Chiffon
Style: Wrap style, one shoulder, beaded embellishment, wrinkle pleat detail, short length
Washing: Hand wash/dry clean separately, hang dry, iron at low temperature, no chlorine bleaching, less than 10

Sunday, 28 July 2013

Richard Chai, Suno, and More Celebrate Milliner Albertus Swanepoel at Odin New York

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Last night at Odin New York, signature mannequin heads sprinkled the crowded Soho store, each adorned with a custom-made hat by milliner Albertus Swanepoel. The exhibition, "‪A Milliner's Story: Albertus Swanepoel,"‬ brought together eight brands, including Richard Chai, Suno, and Band of Outsiders, to collaborate their label's aesthetic with Swanepoel's designs.


"The artisan is kind of dying in fashion—Prom dresses Above 200 in all industries," said Eddy Chai, co-founder of Odin and Richard Chai's brother. "Albert is someone who has been training and really honing his craft for a decade. That's something that should be commended."


Richard Chai added: "He is one of the few [designers] in New York who actually makes handmade hats."view more





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Jen Kao is famed for her cerebral yet contemporary designs and passion for art (you can often find her in galleries). She is such an advocate of the arts that she drew inspiration from the work of Basquiat and Gauguin for her statement resort 2014 prints.


The Anthropologie Made in Kindcollaborator boasts degrees from NYU and Parsons The New School for Design. Add on a CFDA membership and a celebrity fan base that includesRachel McAdams, Nicki Minaj,Fergie, Robin Wright, and Harley Viera Newton, and Kao has a solid fashion resume. But the Manhattan-based designer hasn’t forgotten her Midwestern roots (she hails from Kansas). Read on as she talks barbecue, rock memoirs, and truly bizarre dreams.view more




This season's shots just keep getting better and better. We're tracking the oncoming fall fashion photos, Prom Dresses with sleeveswhich include appearances by Michelle Williams, Karen Elson, Abbey Lee Kershaw, and more.

Michelle Williams looks stunning with her pixie cut and red pout for Louis Vuitton's latest handbag campaign, shot by Peter Lindbergh. {Louis Vuitton Press Release} view more





Helena Christensen shows off her esteemed modeling chops on set for "Walk in Beauty," the fall 2013 campaign for NYDJ. See her in the video below, exclusive to ELLE.com, showcasing the L.A. denim brand's collection (including newly added tops) against a majestic mansion backdrop. The campaign, shot by Alexi Lubomirski at Alder Manor in Yonkers, New York, is NYDJ's first time incorporating a famous face and one part of an effort to rebrand the department-store staple.view more





Silhouette: A-line 
Neckline: One Shoulder 
Waist: Empire 
Hemline/Train: High Low 
Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 
Embellishments: Crystal Detail 
Fabric: Tencel 
Built-In Bra: Yes 
Fully Lined: Yes 
Shown Color: White, Navy, Purple, Fuchsia, Green 
Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 
Occasion: Prom, Cocktail, Homecoming 
Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer,view more



Wednesday, 24 July 2013

Fashion Online Store


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The app now includes new online catalogs from Forever 21, Urban Outfitters, JCPenney, Target, Kohls, TOMS shoes, and Torrid which are among favorites with teens, especially when it comes to the latest in summer fashion. Catalog Spree is a top ADOTAS — As consumers flock to the mobile platform, advertisers are adjusting their strategies to capture the attention of people on their most trusted personal computing devices. Tablets and smartphones represent the biggest opportunity and challenge a free fashion advice and recommendation service, retailers should focus on the one thing online sites can never replicate—the shopping experience. Look at Topshop, she said. “I can go into the store in Oxford Street [in central London SAVVY shoppers are passing up the thrill of swiping their plastic at the register, turning online to nab a bargain and to fashion boutiques, who are reaping the benefits. Having won the affection of local fashionistas with a wide range of labels and low LOS ANGELES, June 19, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Summer are looking for the most fashionable and affordable products on the market. Be sure to check out Belts and More Wholesale online at www.beltsandmorewholesale.com and also visit their We love all the options for keeping active in your local city. Talk about amazingly easy to use, eBay's apps have great functionality, like predictive typing, and even a barcode scanner so you can find out right from a brick-and-mortar store whether you .view more

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I work in an office where none of the women seem to know how to dress. I notice a fashion faux pas almost every day and tons of awful outfits on top of that. What are some no-no’s every women should know? What are your fashion “don’t”s? If I had a Why blog for POPSUGAR Fashion? POPSUGAR is the leading online destination delivering up-to-the-minute news, tips and trends in entertainment, fashion, open back prom dresses beauty, fitness, food and more. We receive 30 million monthly unique visitors and look forward to them It's been a pretty crazy week in the fashion world, from Taylor Swift's fans taking on Abercrombie & Fitch to finding out Miranda Kerr has a stalker Let's begin with Christian Louboutin, who just opened a 1,600-square-foot shop inside Saks Fifth Contributing fashion news editor. Late-night eBay shopper. Recovering Seattle grunge girl. Pass the cheese plate. “Everyone knows that I’m completely obsessed with fashion, style, and anything glamorous and beautiful, she told WWD. "I think everyone Here she tells us her five festival fashion and beauty essentials: 1. Distressed denim hot pant: 'I’ll be wearing the normal little hot pants and wellingtons this festival season. But, if I can get away with a heel then I will.' 2. Salt spray ABC News’ Beryl Shereshewsky reports: In New York City, the sidewalks are runways and fashion cannot be leashed … or perhaps it can. Bethany Hale, owner of Rare Breed, a small boutique company making matching accessories for pets and their .view more

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Love it! Bella Thorne and Ariana Grande posed for a photo together at the Radio Disney Music Awards last night! Both ladies took the stage to present awards and they both rocked some awesome fashion One Shoulder Prom Dress accessories at the show! Bella was wearing a super fun Fashion Week couldn't be stopped by a little rain or snow — the streets of Milan were dotted with glamorously attired showgoers armed with luxe furry accents, hats, embellishments, and sky-high stilettos (and bare legs). True to form, this street style Yup, Bella hit The Grove in Hollywood for a spot of the old retail therapy, and it seems she can do no wrong in the fashion stakes as she was WORKING the casual look. Disney's Shake It Up! star didn't actually have a Starbucks Frappuccino in hand as she Spotted in a fabulously printed two-piece from the Kate Ermilio, Jaime King and Bella Thorne battled it out for the title of style champ at two different events, sporting two very different looks. Although the catwalk look carried a longer skirt While many fashion designers are inspired by beautifully tailored garments, Stephanie Reilly also found her eye drawn to fashion mishaps, and it was these style sins—the dangling slip, the bra strap visible through a mesh dress— that led to The town's Kingfisher Centre is one of six places Lydia Bright will bring Bella Sorella to as part of a national tour. The television star turned fashion designer, who launched the clothing and gift brand in 2011 with her sister Georgia, will bring brands .view more
Silhouette: A-Line 
Neckline: Strapless
Waist: Empire 
Hemline/Train: Floor-length 
Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 
Embellishments: Crystal Detailing,Ruching 
Fully Lined: Yes 
Built-In Bra: Yes 
Fabric: Chiffon 
Shown Color: Red,Yellow 
Body Shape: Plus Sizes 
Occasion: Prom, Formal Evening 
Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer




Tuesday, 23 July 2013

SHOW REVIEW: The Low Branches


Get ready for some glamour because this week we are spotlighting black tie weddings. Prom Dresses Under 150 Today, we tackle what a beautiful look students can sport (and afford!). Dim the lights!view moew



Over the second weekend of this month, several filmmakers took to the streets of Richmond, rushing to create a 4-minute film in only 48 hours. The 48 Hour Film Project started back in 2001, when Mark Ruppert encouraged his fellow filmmakers in DC to try and make a film in only 48 hours. After much success, the competition spread across the United States and major international cities with over 250,000 participants. Filmmakers in Richmond got the opportunity to participate in the competition for the sixth year this month. On Friday, July 12, teams were given a character, prop, line and genre to include in their films. The character was house guest Max (or Maxine) Lydard, the prop a flag, and the line was “There’s no time to lose.”view more
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After hearing nothing but praise for The Low Branches’ 2011 album Sinking, Risingand their January 2013 follow-up, Prom Dresses Under 200 100 Years Old, I finally got around to seeing the band live on July 11th at Gallery 5.view more


Extraordinary RVA musician Matthew E. White turned a lot of heads when he released his first solo project, Big Inner, in August of last year. The album is the first project to come out of White’s own label, Spacebomb, and it received plaudits from a vast cross-section of the indie rock universe (including a rave review from Pitchforkand a collaborative tour with the Mountain Goats). Recently he has been given another complimentary nod from British indie-dance outfit Hot Chip, who just released a remix of his song "Big Love."view more
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Silhouette: Sheath/Column 
Neckline: One Shoulder 
Waist: Natural 
Hemline/Train: Short/Mini 
Sleeve Length: Batwing sleeve 
Embellishments: Beading, Ruching/Pleated, Side Draping 
Fabric: Tencel 
Built-In Bra: No 
Fully Lined: Yes 
Shown Color: Gray 
Body Shape: Hourglass, Pear, Rectangle 
Occasion: Prom, Cocktail, Homecoming 
Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer

Thursday, 18 July 2013

MAJESTIC INDIAN WEDDING IN A PALACE IN PORTUGAL


And it really is. I have a habit of using the word Awesome far too often but this wedding is awesome in the truest sense of the word. That is - inspiring awe, admiration or wonder.Sleeveless prom Dresses
Imagine a majestic castle perched on a hilltop in Sintra, Portugal. Guests sipping Sangria on sun drenched turrets watch as a flamenco dancer swirls, claps and stamps her feet. At every turn, elegant women are draped with exquisite silk sarees in rich jewel tones and everyone is smiling, celebrating. The bride and groom in all their gold, blue and magenta finery look out over the vista – they are king and queen for the day.
International wedding photographer Sarah Falugo Photography weaves the magical story of their wedding so perfectly in these stunning photos.view more
Meet Brad, a farmer from Pitt Meadows and Rachel, a city girl from Vancouver.
Together they prove that old addage that opposites attract.
Their engagement shoot took place on Hopcott Farms in Pitt Meadows, Canada (Brad’s farm) amidst old barns, hay bales, cows and fields upon fields of cranberries.
I just love that Rachel wore a cocktail dress and glittery heels for part of the shoot!
You can take the girl out of the city…
These unique, beautiful and edgy photos are by Dallas Kolotylo Photography.view more
We’re in wedding planning mode again today – have you been following these super helpful posts in our Wedding Experts Planning Tips series? I do hope they’re making the planning process seem a little less daunting.
Today Andri of Always Andri Wedding Design shares a little insight into the BIG differences between a Wedding Planner and a Venue Coordinator.
Okay, over to Andri…view more
The week before last I had the pleasure of featuring Perfect Event’s luxe black and gold 1920s inspired wedding shoot at The Connaught Hotel in Mayfair, London.
Well, today wedding planner and stylist Nicole Adeyale of Perfect Events and her talented team treat us to another decade of style Tulle Prom Dress – 1950s Hollywood Glamour – and share creative new ways to use the luxurious spaces at The Connaught.
I’m partuicularly loving the rich palette of plum, dark red, raspberry, fuchsia and blush pink.
It’s pink ombre in it’s most sophisticated form, wouldn’t you agree?
Oh and I adore the Veronica Lake esque Vintage Waves, of course.view more
A-line sweetheart one shoulder beaded ruched prom dress is gorgeous chiffon gown! This elegant one-shoulder is
stunning with silver stones and a pleated open back. The open back reveals a pleated elastic shoulder strap, while a
zipper and back waist ties adjust the fit to your body.
Fabric: Chiffon
Style: A-line style, one shoulder, high waist, ruched bodice, beaded embellishment, cut out back, floor length
Washing: Hand wash/dry clean separately, hang dry, iron at low temperature, no chlorine bleaching, less than 10 minutes soak time.view more




The Second Annual RVA Hackathon Hits The City This Weekend


Attendees are allowed to either enter the competition on their own or with a team of any size. Teams are even allowed to work with other teams if they desire. Teams from the first RVA Hackathon, held in April 2012, pulled together a wide variety of different projects. These projects included everything from apps and printers to computer games.view more
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LD 50 is 22 year old Thomas Widmer, Cocktail Dresses an up and coming rapper from Richmond, Virginia, whose presence on the local scene has not gone unnoticed. While he can usually be spotted at house shows around the Greater Richmond area, he's recently begun his breakout into the club scene with shows at The Camel opening for local favorites Black Girls. The latest of these shows with Black Girls will take place tonight, Thursday, June 20th, at 10pm.view more
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DJ Ragz knows his stuff. An accomplished turntablist with over 20 years of experience scratching and making beats, Ragz has represented underground hip hop on both coasts, and continues to do so at full force. From teaching classes at NoVA DJ school The Beat Refinery to holding his own in online DJ battles pitting him against talent from around the world, DJ Ragz stays on his grind and proves that he deserves every bit of the acclaim he's received over the years. As part of Jazz Addixx, along with MCs MUDD and UnOwn, he's opened for artists like Busta Rhymes, Black Star, Company Flow, and Mobb Deep. As a solo artist, he's competed in high profile DJ battles, Knee Length Prom Dresses including Scribble Jam. We spoke to him recently on the occasion of his entry into the 2013 DMC Online DJ Championships.view more
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Arsis - Unwelcome (Nuclear Blast)
The fifth album from Virginia Beach metalheads Arsis shows the quartet in top form. Recent lineup shakeups might be a concern for some bands, but this has always been singer/guitarist James Malone's show, and he's got things under control, dishing out another helping of the group's stock in trade--excellent technical death metal. (AN) view more

A-line Strapless Sequined Chiffon Cocktail Dress

Silhouette: A-line 
Neckline: Sweetheart 
Waist: Natural 
Hemline/Train: Short/Mini 
Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 
Embellishments: Sequins,Beading,Ruching/Pleated 
Fabric: Chiffon + Sequined 
Built-In Bra: Yes 
Fully Lined: Yes 
Shown Color: Gray,Royal Blue 
Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Rectangle 
Occasion: Prom, Cocktail, Homecoming 
Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer




Thursday, 11 July 2013

STEPHAN SCHNEIDER SPRING/SUMMER 2014


Season at Ease–Belgian designer Stephan Schneider looks to summers poolside and accentuates the soft side of menswear with his spring/summer 2014 outing. Embracing a relaxed aesthetic, fabrics are draped, several silhouettes elongated and silk employed. While a fantastic brick print decorates tops, jackets maintain a loose boxy shape. For knitwear, the casual essential is afforded a young edge with short sleeves or reinterpreted as a hooded jacket. From tapered trousers to shorts of varying lengths, Stephan Schneider rounds out the season with an effortless approach to leisure.Casual Prom Dresses uk
Luxe Posing–French model Clément Chabernaud returns as the face of Italian labelTrussardi, starring in their fall/winter 2013 campaign. Photographed by Albert Watson, Clément is captured in leather outerwear with the brand’s prized accessory line. / View Trussardi’s fall/winter 2013 collection here.view more

Strapless Ruched Green Ball Gown Prom Dress With Flower

     

Silhouette: Ball Gown 
Neckline: Strapless 
Waist: Drop 
Hemline/Train: Floor Length 
Sleeve Length: Sleeveless 
Embellishments: Ruching, Flower 
Fabric: Taffeta 
Built-In Bra: Yes 
Fully Lined: Yes 
Shown Color: Green 
Body Shape: Hourglass, Inverted Triangle, Misses 
Occasion: Prom, Evening 
Season: Spring, Fall, Winter, Summer