How to Make Your Clothes Last Longer

Times are tough so it is more important to take good care of your clothes. That way they stay fashion fierce longer.
Part of making your clothes last longer is looking presentable and fashionable. Wrinkled clothing just looks older. So does clothing that is stretched, pilled or looks like it has been worn too much.
Keeping your most fashionable clothes looking new sometimes has to do with your storage habits.
Cramming items together on a rod will make them super wrinkled and makes it hard to see everything. You simply will not put together a decent outfit.
Natural fibres like wool, cotton and linen need to breathe or they break down; so don’t store them in plastic dry cleaning bags. Fold them. They do well in open closets, hanging shoe shelves or folded at the top of the closets.

Be sure to invest in good quality hangers (i.e. padded or wooden) that won’t distort shoulders. As for linen, you can maintain it two ways. If you favor a crisp look, dry cleaning will ensure the construction (linings, shoulder pads) and the finish of a nicely cut jacket. If you love a more relaxed look and don’t fuss over wrinkles, linen can be cleaned at home and will get softer with every wash.
You should also take care of your shoes. Perspiration from shoes can cause leather to dry and crack. Shoes need time to recover so don’t wear the same pair two days in a row. Rotating your favorite pairs will help keep them looking better longer because they do not get damaged from overuse and sweat. Leather is skin and like ours, it needs moisture…
Buy a block of old-fashioned glycerin saddle soap but don’t use a lot of water as the “soap” moisturizes and gently cleans. Gather leather shoes, boots, bags and belts for regular application. Of saddle soap followed by a leather conditioner and they7 will keep looking knew.
Invest in shoetrees and shapers for real leather boots to avoid the dreaded floppy-ankle wrinkle.
Never hang knits to dry as they will lose their shape - make sure you always lay flat. To store winter sweaters fold them carefully and then tuck in a layer of acid-free tissue to help maintain shape and deter wrinkling
Moths are attracted to body oils so if you really want to avoid a holey mess, be sure to launder clothes before storing them for the season.

Fashion Fierce Vanilla Cocktails

Vanilla Vodka has been very fashion fierce for about two years now and the recipes for vanilla drinks just keep getting better and better.
Vanilla flavored vodka tastes great on its own and some enjoy it mixed with coke or root beer. Others enjoy vanilla vodka mixed with a variety of different flavors for incredibly decadent martinis.\
Try these recipes as a dessert at the next dinner party or celebration… Make sure to garnish with suggested ingredients. Many vanilla vodkas are on the market such as Absolut Vanilla and Stolichnaya Vanilla.
If you are having a June Wedding then think about making this Wedding Cake Martini.
1 oz Vanilla Vodka
2 1/2 oz Amaretto
3 oz Pineapple Juice
Cherries
Simply fill a cocktail shake partly full of ice. Add vanilla vodka, amaretto and juice. Sugar the rim of the glass and then strain the cocktail. Top with a splash of red cherry juice and a maraschino cherry.
Here is another great recipe for a Milky Way Martini!
You will need –
2 oz Vanilla Vodka
2 oz Chocolate Liqueur such as Godiva Chocolate Liqueur
1 oz Irish Creme such as Bailey’s Irish Creme.
1 Milky Way Candy Bar
First of all stick half of the candy bar in the microwave and melt it. Save the other half on a toothpick for garnish.
Fill a cocktail shaker half full of ice and add vanilla vodka, the liquor and Irish crème. Put the pieces of melted Milky way in the bottom of a very cold martini glass. Strain liquor in the glass and admire the very artistic effect!
One of the most delicious drinks to have is a Vanilla Alexander.
1 oz Vanilla Vodka
1 oz Crème de Cacao
1 oz Crème
You can also grate gourmet chocolate and use it for a garnish.
Fill an ice filled cocktail shaker with the alcohols and shake well. Strain into a well chilled martini glass. You can use a vanilla bean for a garnish to augment the grated gourmet chocolate.

Really Artistic Cocktails

There is a cocktail master at the East Side Showroom in Austin Texas who is making the most incredible fashion fierce cocktails. His name is Adam Bryan and his title is “executive drinkist.”
Each of his creations mix the Old World with the New: Boutique absinthe and gin mingles with exotic liquors from France and Italy, plus artisanal from small, independent distilleries.
One of his most famous drinks Violet Translation, a twist on the century-old Last Word cocktail. This enchanting and complex drink is a mix of Martin Miller’s Gin, Chartreuse, maraschino and Crème de violate. A spring of sage is the garnish. It is very adult in nature and not to mention expensive to make!
Bryan’s signature cocktails include -
The Velpar: A mix of Texas rum, lemon, St. Germain and absinthe.
Mondays With Aalto: Amartini glass filled with Krogstad aquavit, lemon, cacao, triplum and Crème de violette.
Sicilian Sour: An Italian delight made of amaretto and sweet vermouth.
New drinks take weeks of experimentation to perfect He specializes in reimagining vintage cocktails so that they are more modern. Bryan pulls from the bar’s dozens of bottles with unpronounceable labels to make new combinations. His recipes call for as little as a quarter ounce of this or a half-ounce of that, so he and his bartenders meticulously measure every pour of every ingredient in each drink.
Exotic new cocktails are also quite popular on sites on the internet. In seems that all kinds of people are inventing wonderful new drinks.
Many of them are just sweeping the country even though they might have been homegrown and invented by an individual at home.
A good example is The White Hawaiian which originates in Chicago and is a mix of –
1 ounce amaretto almond liqueur
1 ounce malibu coconut rum
crushed ice
milk or soymilk or rice milk
You shake it all with crushed ice and if you like you can top it off with whipped cream or heavy cream
Another refreshing popular drink that seems to have originated in New York is the Peach Fuzzy –
This consists of –
2 peaches, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can frozen pink lemonade concentrate
6 fluid ounces vodka
Pour all of this into a blender with some chipped ice and whirl until smooth.
This lovely pink cocktail is great for a Spring Wedding because it is so pink and lively! It is also relatively inexpensive to make compared to those expensive gourmet restaurant cocktails.

Toughest and Coolest Boots in the World

If you want really tough boots that are cool and fashionable as well then check out the Red Wing Beckman Style 9010 hiking boots. These boots are made by a company called Red Wing which also has its own web site. These are cool boots and worn by personalities like Robert Redford and Clint Eastwood. The serious macho male loves them – they are not so much for the trendy metrosexual male.
These are really rugged yet attractive boots. These are not ordinary sneakers or Doc Martins. They are made of handsome leather that also look great with a suit. They are ideal for men who are a bit brusque and butch and do not want to wear a dress shoe with a suit. However they also look fantastic with jeans.
These boots cost $270 but they are worth it. They are built to withstand very harsh hot or cold conditions. Constructed from thick leather, rubber and even a little bit of wood, they’ve been treated and sealed to keep the elements out and keep heat in. They keep out hail, snow, slush and other liquids as well.
However these are not the kind of boots that you can wear with thin socks. You must wear thick wool socks with them. There is almost no cushioning in the sole so when you first put them on they feel really stiff.
Breaking in these boots could be a challenge for some people. Most people need to get Scholl’s inserts or some other type of insert to make them feel comfortable.
Many people tell us that this is a hard boot to break in and you should expect sore foot arches and blisters. One tip for making them softer and therefore easier to walk in would be to apply ample amounts of boot oil.
This type of shoe, which comes in a rustic reddish brown color, only look better the more you wear them. They will, after a certain time, turn into the equivalent of your favorite old pair of jeans.
However don’t get any ideas that you can start dancing around in these. These are heavy boots. They weight almost two pounds. Don’t thing you can get away with running too fast in them. They are also noisy to walk in because they are so heavy.

Top Five Fashion Investments

You don’t have to spend a fortune every season to look chic and fashionable. You should instead invest in things that look fresh season after season.
A light leather jacket usually lasts about seven years. A fitted leather jacket has biker-chick sex appeal, but it also adds edge to a floral tunic. Look for one that’s light enough to layer in both fall and spring.
A pair of high quality jeans, like those made by Citizens of Humanity should last about five years. Don’t be afraid to invest in a good pair of jeans that fit like a glove. You can wear them with heels to look classy and glamorous or with cowboy boots to look more casual. A great pair of jeans should be comfortable to wear or you just won’t wear them. If they are going to hang in your closet and do nothing then they are not going to be worth the investment.
It is also a good idea to invest in a beautiful blazer. Whether it tops off a power suit or acts as a cover-up over a shift dress, you can’t go wrong with a timeless black blazer. But before investing your hard-earned dollars, make sure you find one that’s tailored to your body type. Opt for a one-button number if you’re busty and steer clear of oversized boyfriend styles if you’re petite. A good quality blazer should also last about five years.
Cashemere sweaters in a neutral color also never go out of style. Grey, black and oatmeal colors are good but sometimes a nice lavender or pink sweater can be just as versatile. Plus, it’s lightweight enough to layer year-round so it works for any occasion. Combine it with a contrasting texture or tone and cinch it with a belt.
Buying a beautiful high fashion handbag is also worth the splurge. Buy one in black, brown or grey, with minimal hardware, for an accessory you can wear with any outfit. Make sure it is roomy inside and that the strap is comfortable on your shoulders and that is what will guarantee that you use the purse again and again. Leather ages well, so if you take proper care, you’ll have this investment for life. However the average lifespan of most purses is about five years, especially if you love it.

Top Must Have Make Up Tools

To look fashion fierce you need some basic fashion tools for applying your make up. The top makeup tools you will need are foundation and concealer brushes, a powder brush to set your makeup, a blush brush to add a hint of colour on the cheeks and a couple of eyeshadow brushes.
So what’s better – natural or synthetic brushes. For applying powders, look for natural hairs like goat, pony and sable. Their suppleness will prevent you from applying too much makeup at one and achieving an awful blotchy look.
Taklon, a top-of-the-line synthetic that is used in brush hairs, is great, too, especially for applying liquids such as foundation. Replace your brushes when the ferrule (the metal piece) starts coming off the handle or if the brush starts loosing hairs.
The size of the makeup brush can matter too. For applying foundation, choose a large synthetic brush and for concealer use a soft-bristled but firm brush, which will let you both stroke and pat on product. Powder is best applied with a large, soft brush, which will evenly distribute it all over your race.
For blush choose a medium-size soft brush. For eyeshadow, look for a round-headed brush that can assist with shaping and shading eyes. A flat-headed and angled one is best suited for eye lining and shaping and shading brows.
To stay hygienic brushes should be cleaned after each use. However few people have item for that. You should really clean your brushes often if you have oily skin.
To clean your brushes, wet them, add a cleaner like shampoo or liquid dishwashing soap to the hairs, then lather and rinse until the water runs clear. Make sure to hold the brush down by the ferrule while you wash it so that water doesn’t get into the ferrule. Apply alcohol on a tissue and sweep the brush over it to disinfect it and then let it completely dry before you use it again.
When using a brush don’t overload it with foundation or powder. Be sure tap the excess of a brush before applying or excess powder can make your complexion look blotchy. Use long strokes to provide a sheer wash of product and pat on more if you want greater coverage.
Remember that using brushes is always a lot more hygienic than using your fingers. It helps prevent bacteria from getting into both the product and the brushes.

Blow Up Fashions

One of the latest trends in fashion is inflatable garments. There is a huge craze for blow up lingerie in Japan.
Miracle bras are not really miracle bras if we consider the inflatable lingerie China has to offer. The She’s Mine bra is designed with a contoured pad at the base of each cup. This contour pad will inflate when you press it so that, with a mere push, you can increase your size about 3cm, and another push will give you another 2.5cm.
This means you can go from a normal B to a C cup, then if you’re really bust-greedy, to a D—which the makers of this inflatable lingerie recommend for “parties.”
Another fun inflatable trend is dresses that are constructed out of half inflated twisted balloons. They are crafted it in the same way you make balloon animals. Each dress is made of hundreds of balloons tied together to create incredible gowns that would be wearable if the model never had to sit or lay down. She probably also couldn’t have a bladder as it’s hard to imagine it would be possible to hike one of these up.
Another big trend are wedding dresses that come with a pump and a patching kit. These are very elobarate rubber dresses that inflate to full size and are made of white balloons. They are made by Japanese artist Daisy, also known as Rei Hosokai.
Some of these dresses are floor length and have princess bodices made out of twisted balloon skins. Also quite great are the bell shaped frocks with skirts that flare out and the bouquets she makes out of strangely shaped helium filled balloons.
Daisy is an artist who is very adept at designing and creating just about anything with balloons—including really amazing dresses, flowers and accessories.
Joonsoo Kim has designed a fabulous little cloud shaped umbrella. As soon as the rain breaks out, you whip out this cute little umbrella, pump it up, and hey, presto! you have your very own little cloud shelter.
Joonsoo Kim wanted to express both lightness and happiness with this design. It would certainly cheer you up on a cloudy day, although I am not sure how practical the umbrella would be at keeping you dry. This concept design is certainly an eye-catcher!

North Toronto Street Fashion

Toronto, Ontario is becoming one of the fashion capitals of the world. This is because the city is now home to a variety of big festivals including the Toronto international Film Festival. The city boasts some very interesting and definitive preferences when it comes to fashion.
One look is called the “North Toronto Look” and it involves wearing uber cool exclusive brands from Europe. One big favorite of the locals are Vivienne Westwood’s fly London sandals. Also popular are the avant garde United Nude and the handcrafted Miz Mooz sandals and the Neosens. The Neosens are for the very wealthy which is not a problem in Toronto. Many Torontonians are quite wealthy and can afford to splurge a bundle on fashion.
Another favorite designer in Toronto is Peach Berserk. This is hand-screened silk clothing located at 507 Queen Street West Toronto. This shop specializes in shorts, tops, and prom dresses made from funky, whimsical prints.
Fashionable men and women are also seen wearing fashions by Greta Constantine which is very eighties in flair. Only in Toronto will you still see people wearing bondage pants and torn T-shirts wrapped with leather straps.
Also very cool in Toronto for summer are shiny bowling jackets in Aqua or pink. You can get these at a night club called circa or you can imitations of the famous Night Shades jacket at American Apparel in Trendy Queen Street.
Long braids draped over the shoulders or piled on top of the head are also very fashionable. This is a slutty Russian type look that is also accompanied by a lot of dark make up.
Another popular trend spotted in nightclubs is the tuxedo bow. Jeweled tuxedo bows have been spotted hanging on clear threads around the neck on trendy young club goers. Even men get into his act by wearing these trendy large black bowties on chains.
Another bit Toronto trend is to look like a Neo Nazi. This is because gay fetish porn about neo Nazis is quite popular amongst Toronto filmmakers and gay fashion designers. Designs by Jean Paul Gautier and Mr. Yamammoto nicely compliment that Doc Marten brand of grungy boots that you see everywhere downtown. To be very fashionable wear the white boot with the flocked black polkadots and the glossy floral printed black heel. Who knew that Doc Martens could be so feminine?

Dressing EGL for Spring

EGL stands for Elegant Goth Lolita. This is a look that has been around for a few years that is finally making its way into street culture over in North America.
EGL or Gothic Lolita for short is a Japanese teen or young adult who dresses in amazingly elaborate Gothic looking baby doll costumes. In Japan this style as been around since 1999.
One of the most common looks can only be described as The French Maid meets Alice in Wonderland. The look spurred from what is called Visual Kei . This is a form of Japanese pop rock music where the musicans dress in elaborate costumes. Anything from twinge of glam to full blown female impersonation can be called Visual Rock.
The look is very influenced by the American Heavy Metal Glam bands like Motley Crue. Gothic Lolitas want to emulate the Visual bands that dress the most feminine.
Dir en Grey and Malice Mizer are the most popular and authentic of the bands the Gothic Lolitas follow. Malice Mizer’s (pronounced Marisu Miseru) guitar player, Mana, is commonly given credit for starting the Gothic Lolita look. Sometimes he wears a kind of modern Victorian mourning style with large elaborate dresses, big hair, and dark make-up. The amount of time, energy, and money all these people put into their appearance is truly amazing in Japan.
If you want to look like a Goth Lolita you should first think of dressing a little bit Victorian. Then take everything that is prim and proper out of the outfit. Shorten the skirt and raise the heels. Then take your hair and fluff it out and make it as big as possible. Think – heavy metal styles from the seventies.
The shoes can look Victorian or you can take suggestions from Punk Rock in the eighties. Look for shoes with court heels or high heels. Lace up Victorian boots also suit this style as well.
It is very important that you wear stockings and gloves when wearing this look. Make sure the look is quite textured. Think about trying to look like one of Fagin’s boys in Oliver Twist, only much more feminine.
Make up is key to this look. You need to powder yourself up so that you look as pale as possible and then fine the darkest, most crimson lipstick that you can find. Your eyes should also be heavily made up.