Love Rings For Cheap

October 27, 2009 by Anna  
Filed under Style & Trends

Solange Azagury-Patridge love ring.jpgSo I'm flipping through W magazine and there's a Solange Azagury-Patridge jewelry ad where I found an understated but super cute "Love" ring written in simple cursive. I don't know why, but I had to have it. Sometimes I just get these random urges to have random things that I never really noticed before. So I look up their website and find that they are a London based funky fine jewelry company. I'm super excited. I just got back from London and I love funky -- could this could be a match made in heaven?

So I called the boutique in NY for a price check and they tell me it'll cost an arm and a leg and my first child. Oh, that's it? I thought.. yea...no. I am not paying that much for a ring that I've seen a billion times everywhere that I suddenly felt the need to have. So this is more of a match made on earth. Which if fine because on earth, you have the internet and you have so many other shopping options.

I immediately search for cheaper 'love' rings online. Not only did I totally score on finding a replica, but there are so many other fabulous interpretations of the 'love' ring that is more abstract and less obvious. So if you're looking for a 'love' ring as a gift to yourself, or a great gift for your girlfriend or bestie this season, here are some of my top picks.

2009 Winter Trends: Faux Fur

October 23, 2009 by Anna  
Filed under Style & Trends

victoria beckham wearing faux fur

 

This season is all about the "Faux Fur" or synthetic fur. Othewise known as FAKE. I'm talking about vests and jackets long and short. It's all about faux, it's all about furry, and it's all about fabulous! This is great because you can rock a luxurious "Fur" jacket that adds class and style to every outfit, AND you can do it guilt-free. The days of killing cute innocent animals for the sake of fashion is so overdone, overrated, and SO over. Being conscious of fashion is the new trend. Even Victoria Beckham, who would never be caught dead in a fake, is very firm when it comes to the subject of fur. PETA couldn't even tell she wasn't wearing real fur until recently, and now they are praising her more than ever. That's how great these synthetic furs are now a days. It's a matter of how you incorporate it into your outfit and how you rock it. And Victoria Beckham knows how to rock the faux fur like no other.

And I'm not talking about just your typical fur coat. A long coat that has short hair straight fur is traditional and classic, but not as trendy. If you're trying to trend it up a little this winter, go for the shaggy faux fur coats. Try out a vest or a cropped jacket and pair it with leggings. Mix it up and have fun with it. It's great for the office to rock a short cropped faux fur jacket to top off any business attire, or for an evening out with your friends. Versatile, chic, stylish and ultra fabulous? Who could ask for more.

So, this winter, invest in some faux fur for yourself or give one as a gift. Either way, it is the gift that keeps on giving and/or a great staple in your closet. Here are some of my favorite faux fur coats.

faux fur winter trends

Why I’ve been M.I.A.

October 18, 2009 by Anna  
Filed under Miscellaneous

Hey Guys, just wanted to drop in a quick note and tell you why I haven't been writing as diligently. Well, I've been in London! I was there for almost a month getting all sorts of fashion ideas and goodies to gear up for the winter season. So please check back often in the next following weeks for more fashion trends, gift ideas, or eye candy for the winter. It's going to be good!! :-)

P.S. London rocks and everyone should go!

Acne Help for Teenagers

October 11, 2009 by Guest  
Filed under Tips

acne help for teenagersAcne is undoubtedly the most common skin complaint in teenagers. A bad skin condition at any level needs to be treated by an experienced dermatologist. Acne can get moderate to severe in teenagers if it remains untreated. And, the scars which are caused by acne will also result in an emotional hurting and distress in social situations. Following are some tips for teenagers to avoid acne.

According to dermatologists, diet plays a chief role in how your skin performs. Consumption of a balanced diet is a must for all your body functions to perform nicely. An old saying "you are what you eat" is proved to be absolutely true when it comes to skin condition.

Even if a few researches disapprove that diet affects skin, it will be a good idea to avoid eating oily foods, sweets, chocolates and French fries etc should be avoided in order to keep your acne in control.

To drink large quantity of fluids is tremendously essential for a healthy looking skin. Water is extremely important for the absorption and digestion of foodstuff. Water is also in charge of carrying several nutrients to the skin and removes different sort of wastes from the cells, and maintains body temperature at a normal level.

Washing your face at least two times in a day with lukewarm water and a mild cleanser will eradicate dead skin cells and unnecessary oils from the skin. It is highly advisable to avoid scrubbing your skin harshly. By scrubbing your skin hard would not help your skin but it will in reality aggravate the skin and can actually result in inflammation of your acne.

It is highly recommended to eat a low-fat diet if you want to get a glowing and healthy skin. Consumption of a variety of fruits and vegetables is highly effective as they are full of antioxidants which are essential to maintain your skin’s suppleness and proper nourishment.

Regular exercise/ aerobics with a healthy diet will increase the supply of blood to the skin. An increased supply of blood to the skin surface will not only result in the emergence of a healthy radiance on the skin, but it will help to purify your blood and protects you from various diseases.

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