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		<title>Diani Beach Resort Guide</title>
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With swaying palms and soft, white sand caressed by glittering, turquoise water, Diani Beach has many of the ingredients of the perfect tropical holiday destination. It is deservedly popular, and as one of Kenya&#8217;s premier Indian Ocean resorts, it has a large and still-growing assortment of hotels and restaurants, some of them [...]]]></description>
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<p>With swaying palms and soft, white sand caressed by glittering, turquoise water, Diani Beach has many of the ingredients of the perfect tropical holiday destination. It is deservedly popular, and as one of Kenya&#8217;s premier Indian Ocean resorts, it has a large and still-growing assortment of hotels and restaurants, some of them extremely luxurious by local and often international standards. Thanks to warm seas and beautiful coral reefs it is also one of the best places to get close to the richly diverse marine life of the southern Kenyan coast, by snorkelling, scuba-diving or joining a boat safari.</p>
<p><strong>Who goes there?</strong></p>
<p>The resort hotels strung out along this 8km (5-mile) stretch of coast are primarily aimed at package holidaymakers, who often combine their visit with an inland game park safari. Prices range from moderate to high, with very few options for budget travellers. It is perhaps no surprise that the European visitors who take holidays here tend to be well heeled.</p>
<p><strong>Where in the world?</strong></p>
<p>Diani Beach lies on Kenya&#8217;s Indian Ocean coast, 35km (22 miles) south of the nearest city, Mombasa, which is in turn 487km (303 miles) southwest of the capital, Nairobi. Its location along a stunning white sand beach, which skirts the shore for an impressive 25km (16 miles) has cemented its position as one of Kenya&#8217;s premier resorts.</p>
<p><strong>When to go?</strong></p>
<p>The best months to visit Diani Beach are January to March when the chance of rain is low. Temperatures are fairly consistent fluctuating between 27-31°C (81-88°F) during the day and rarely dipping below 22°C (72°F) at night. April to June are the wettest months with frequent and often heavy rainfall.</p>
<p><strong>Beach</strong></p>
<p>The beach is the area&#8217;s major attraction &#8211; long, soft, white and lovely, it comes close to the tropical ideal. The offshore reef offers rewarding snorkelling; it also keeps waves at bay, making paddling and swimming close to shore a pleasure, and providing perfect conditions for windsurfing lessons. The only drawbacks are the seaweed that gets washed up from time to time, the tides which, at their highest, cover much of the sand, and the hustlers (known locally as beach boys) who can be hard to shake off.</p>
<p><strong>Beyond the beach</strong></p>
<p>The romantically inclined can cruise the shoreline in a dhow (traditional boat): a favourite destination is Kisite Marine National Park near the Tanzanian border, which offers outstanding snorkelling. Elsewhere in the underwater landscape, there are rewarding wrecks for scuba-divers to explore; you&#8217;re likely to see turtles, mantas and barracuda among many other marine species. Whale sharks patrol the coastline between January and March. To spot one, or even snorkel beside one, you can join a half-day whale shark safari organised by the East African Whale Shark Trust , a locally based conservation organisation. To learn about local village culture, take a guided walk with the Kaya Kinondo Ecotourism Project.</p>
<p><strong>Family fun</strong></p>
<p>Diani Beach has plenty of relaxed, family-friendly resort hotels that go out of their way to keep children amused with special menus, sports, games and other activities. The beach is safe for swimming but kids who want to snorkel will have to be strong swimmers to reach the reef &#8211; it is better to take a boat or canoe. The Colobus Trust (Diani Beach Road), set up to protect Diani&#8217;s endangered black-and-white colobus, is great for monkey spotting.</p>
<p><strong>Retail therapy</strong></p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.letsgokenya.com/go/site-map/kenya/south-coast-hotels-and-lodges/diani-beach-hotels">Diani Beach&#8217;s resort hotels</a> have shops where you&#8217;ll find souvenir T-shirts and local crafts such as soapstone sculptures, shell and bead necklaces and sisal baskets. Beach sellers also offer souvenirs, including wooden animals, brightly coloured kangas (sarongs printed with Swahili proverbs), kikois (stripy cotton wraps) and shukas (red Maasai-style blankets).</p>
<p><strong>A night on the town</strong></p>
<p>The after-dark entertainment scene in Diani Beach is thoroughly tourist-oriented, centred on the resort hotels: most of these have nightly music and dance shows featuring local talent, followed by discos ranging from the glitzy to the downright cheesy. The place to go for a more local scene is the inland village of Ukunda, which has a few rough-edged late-opening bars, you&#8217;ll also find the <strong>Shakatak</strong> (Diania Beach nightclub here.</p>
<p><strong>Eating out</strong></p>
<p>Although many tourists see no reason to venture beyond the restaurants of their resort hotels, Diani Beach&#8217;s shopping centres and coastal strip offer a good selection of alternatives with broad international appeal, including pizzerias, curry houses and places offering English, Chinese and even Seychellois cuisine. To enjoy a good local meal pop into <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.letsgokenya.com/go/site/kenya/south-coast-hotels-and-lodges/diani-beach-hotels/coral-beach-cottages"><strong>The African Pot </strong>-Coral Beach Cottages</a>. For sheer romance the new seafood reastaurant a the Shaanti Holistic Health Retreat , <strong>Buddha on the Beach</strong> is hard to beat.</p>
<p><strong>Getting around</strong></p>
<p>Most locals travel by bus or matatu (shared minibus), which are often extremely crowded. They run along the main coast road from the Likoni ferry, just south of Mombasa, towards the Tanzanian border, passing through Diani Beach. Hotel staff can book local taxis and airport transfers for their guests; you can also find taxis near Diani&#8217;s main Ukunda junction. Diani has a couple of offices that hire cars and motorbikes.</p>
<p><strong>Exploring further afield</strong></p>
<p>Many visitors to Diani build a safari into their stay. With a few days to spare you could head inland to Tsavo East and <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.letsgokenya.com/go/site-map/kenya/tsavo/tsavo-west-national-park">Tsavo West National Parks</a>, which together form one of the largest game-viewing areas in the world. Far less crowded than Kenya&#8217;s more popular parks, they are home to lions, hippos, elephants, zebras and a great many species of antelope and gazelle. Alternatively, to experience another side of coastal life, travel north through Mombasa to the beaches and marine parks of Malindi and Watamu, great for snorkelling and diving, or immerse yourself in Swahili culture on the island of Lamu.</p>
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<p>Alphaxad is a tours and travel consultant with LetsGokenya an online reservations company that allows guests to search,book and pay for their accommodation online in Real time with confirmations.</p>
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		<title>A Guide to This Year?s Hottest Prom Gowns</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 09:48:05 +0000</pubDate>
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The 2009 prom season is just a few short months away. Across the country, girls are hunting out the latest prom trends and fashions. With so many dress options to choose from it can be difficult to figure out what dresses are in style and what dresses are last year’s news. As a rule of [...]]]></description>
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<p>The 2009 prom season is just a few short months away. Across the country, girls are hunting out the latest prom trends and fashions. With so many dress options to choose from it can be difficult to figure out what dresses are in style and what dresses are last year’s news. As a rule of thumb, if you like the dress and it fits your body well, you should wear it and enjoy it! Here is a guide to some of the hottest prom gown styles this year:</p>
<p><strong>Bold, Colorful Prints</strong></p>
<p>Prom dresses do not have to be a single color with beading or bows like they often were years ago. Prints are extremely popular this year, especially charmeuse prints that are colorful and bold. You can find tons of styles in stunning fabrics combining lines, floral designs, or even animal prints. Do not be afraid of the audacious prom dress choices now available. If prints are not your forte, try first considering vivacious, exciting colors. Instead of a pale green, bland dress, opt for choosing a grassy color. Instead of that powder blue gown, try on choices that are brilliant sapphire and sky blues. This is not the year to be subtle with color.</p>
<p><strong>Open Backs</strong></p>
<p>If you want to be daring with your prom dress, consider a style with an open back. You can find designer looks with a swooping back or straps that cris cross across your back. Before you buy a dress, make sure that it follows all of your school’s prom dress rules as well as approval from your parents. Many schools have dress codes during outside events such as prom.</p>
<p><strong>Trains</strong></p>
<p>Bridal gowns are not the only dress that can have an elegant train. Dresses with trains are all the rage for proms this year. Do not worry; most dress that have trains are detachable so you do not have to worry about your date stepping on it as you happily dance the night away. You can also find trains that bustle up and attach in the back so that you do not have to worry about the train tearing or dragging on the ground all night.</p>
<p><strong>Short- Length Dresses</strong></p>
<p>Over the last few years, short dresses have grown in popularity, and that is no exception for prom season 2009. Instead of a long gown, consider a tea-length ensemble that shows off your fabulous shoes without being an inappropriate length. Classic short silhouettes are extremely fashionable and look great on just about any body type.</p>
<p><strong>Beading</strong></p>
<p>While in 2007 and 2008 prom dresses with sequins were extremely popular, this year beading is all the rage. Beading on dresses can add a little sparkle and even create prints using contrasting colors. If money is tight, look for dresses that have just a few beads sprinkled around the top of the dress. They are typically less expensive than dresses with all-over beading.</p>
<p><strong>White and Black Options</strong></p>
<p>Even though bold, bright colors are popular this year, an all black or all white dress is always a classic style to wear. Look for a dress that evokes feelings of Hollywood glamour like Jackie O or Marilyn Monroe. When wearing an all black or white dress, you can accessorize with jewelry in any bright colors such as sunset orange and neon green. You can also find black or white dresses with rhinestones and beading that sparkle for an added hint of style. Try looking for classic shapes that flatter your body type. A white or black dress is all about the silhouette you create.</p>
<p><strong>Tulle and Feather Skirts</strong></p>
<p>Along with the in-style shorter length dresses for prom, a short, belled-out skirt made of tulle or feathers can be fashionable as well. Choose a skirt that creates a shape flattering to your body. When you go for a tulle or feather skirt, keep the accessories light. Your dress material is already an embellishment, so too much jewelry can often be overwhelming.</p>
<p><strong>Gold and Pink</strong></p>
<p>While bright colors are in style this year, gold seems to be the metallic jewelry of the season. If you choose to wear a gold dress, non-gold simple earrings and a few chunky bracelets can easily complete your Hollywood look. If you are going for another colored dress stick to gold-toned jewelry instead of choosing silver this year. Gold looks great with just about any color. If you are not the gold jewelry type, pink is another popular accessory color for the season. All bright hues are popular as the summer months approach, but pink jewelry is especially fashionable in 2009. All shades of pink, including pastel pink and hot pink are favored by style magazines and retailers. No matter what your skin type or body type may be, you can find a shade of pink that works well for you.</p>
<p><strong>One-Shoulder Gowns</strong></p>
<p>Prom dresses this year are taking cues from the Hollywood’s runway and the red carpet. Celebrities such as Michelle Obama, Kate Winslet, and a number of other celebrities have been wearing one-shoulder gowns to show off just the right amount of skin for any occasion. A one-shoulder dress looks great on just about any body type.</p>
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<p>Rachel Jackson is a freelance writer who writes about fashion and clothing for teens such as <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.davidsprom.com/index.jsp"> prom gowns </a>.</p>
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		<title>Spring Fashion 2009 &#8211; Your Guide To Tunic Tops</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This spring you don&#8217;t need to be a would-be mother like Gwen Stefani or Jessica Alba to wear a tunic top. Also it doesn&#8217;t need to brave a chilling winter every time you wear a tunic top, though many fashion lovers prefer it as a must for winter wardrobes. Definitely, they are inspired by its ability to cover you from your neck to your knees.</p>
<p>In fact, you just need to wait for the coming spring 2009 and you will find yourself amid a huge selection of exclusively designed spring fashion tunic tops. There are floral tunics. There are satin tunics. There are silk tunics. Thus you you have got a variety of tunic tops in terms of colors, styles and fabrics.</p>
<p>Here are some tips on how to wear tunic tops this spring in different styles and look fashionable.</p>
<p>Floral Tunic With Jeans : Wearing a pair of jeans along with a floral tunic top can be a real eyeopener for both your male and female colleagues. Skin-fit jeans can be the most suitable. Try to pair such jeans with any floral tunic of your choice. I can recommend you to go for a lemon yellow tunic top, full of pink floral prints, with a deep blue skinny jeans. Use sunglasses along with a pearl necklace and high heels or wedges.</p>
<p>Satin Tunic With Wide-legged Trousers : Satin will rule this spring, so will the tunic. Hence, look out for something which combines them(satin and tunic) together. Choose a wide-legged trouser in classic black. Select a satin top dipped in any of the top ten spring colors by Pantone. Wear a red boot, use a designer belt and wrap a white scarf. Don&#8217;t forget the sunglasses.</p>
<p>Red Silky Tunic With Metallic Skirts : Metallic fashion was a rage in the second half of 2008. This rage has crept into 2009 too. So it would be worth thousand gold coins to slide into a metallic skirt. A red tunic made of silk will be a perfect choice with some embroidery on its neckline and sleeves. Knee-length tunics are strictly prohibited, if you are wearing a metallic short skirt. Instead, a waist-length tunic will be the most appropriate choice with such skirts. And lastly, wear flats, wedges or slingbacks.</p>
<p>Mid-length Stretch Cotton Tunics : With comfortable stretch cotton tunics, the gentle feeling of the spring will be doubled. Go for a mid-length tunic in any hue such as traditional black, raunchy red or inspiring sky blue. Such colorful tunics are always compatible with all types of pants, trousers, skirts and designer or ripped jeans equally. Pair them with ballet flats, heels or sandals. Use a big shoulder bag with golden shade.</p>
<p>Embroidered Long-sleeved Tunics : Wearing an embroidered long-sleeve tunic will be greatly flattering for you, if you want to add few inches to your height. You can even get a tunic made of shimmering fabric, which has a handful of embroidery, for lawn parties during cold spring nights. Wear metallic footwear and skinny jeans along with it.</p>
<p>Button Down Tunic : You may also call them, more clearly, as button down tunic shirts. Usually, such knee-length tunics are made of satin. So they are perfect for parties. You may prefer to use them without trousers too. Wear wedges or ballet flats. Choose a red button down tunic added with a black belt. Carry a matching handbag.</p>
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<p>Check out the details on hot fashion trends of 2009 on <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://exploringfashion.blogspot.com/">ExploringFashion</a>.</p>
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		<title>Guide to buying the right clothes for your kids</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 04:40:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Parents take great pleasure in dressing their children in beautiful clothing. Gone are the days when girls were dressed in pink or white dresses and boys in blue or navy pants and tops. While these tones remain popular it’s now possible to experiment with a range of colors and outfits so your child can have [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Parents take great pleasure in dressing their children in beautiful clothing. Gone are the days when girls were dressed in pink or white dresses and boys in blue or navy pants and tops. While these tones remain popular it’s now possible to experiment with a range of colors and outfits so your child can have a unique style that matches their personality. Girly girls love swishy pettiskirts and pretty party dresses while ‘tomboys’ love jeans or skirts and leggings. Animal prints are popular with both girls and boys as they often remind them of the characters that frequent their story books.</p>
<p>However, there is now such a plethora of choice that parents can sometimes become over-whelmed and end up selecting clothes that look gorgeous but aren’t suitable for their child’s needs. While it’s tempting to buy your daughter several pretty party dresses, they are not very practical for climbing on playground equipment. And if all her friends are dressed in pants and tees your daughter may feel out of place and no enjoy her pretty dress as much as you’d hoped.</p>
<p>When you go shopping for kid’s clothing make sure you have a properly planned budget and stick to it. Don’t forget to include accessories such as socks, stockings, hats and shoes in your budget. Work out what you need, such as clothing to wear around home, at daycare, kinder or school as well as an outfit or outfits for special occasions. For girls leggings, above knee skirts or dresses — which can be teamed with leggings or stockings if needed —  shorts, and pants allow the freedom of movement needed to play, climb and run with their friends. For boys, shorts or pants and overalls are always popular.</p>
<p>The key to putting together striking outfits without a high cost is to choose one good piece and team it with a more basic, low-cost item. For example, a beautiful floral summer skirt can be worn with a high-quality singlet, which usually costs under $10, which is able to double as a tank top. In winter, you could use a simple, plain colored skivvy.</p>
<p>With a bit of creativity you use also transform a plain top into something that will really stand out from the crowd. We’ve discovered it’s very easy to find an iron on motif at a craft shop to match a lovely skirt or fancy shorts. For example, a purple sequined butterfly to match a purple floral skirt or a beach motif to match back with trendy board shorts. These motifs transform a simple singlet, tee shirt or skivvy into a unique top that teams perfectly with the skirt or pants. Alternatively, you can prefer to buy a beautiful or stylish top with a more basic denim skirt or pant.</p>
<p>By following this approach it can be quite easy to stay within budget for day-to-day clothing. You may even find you come under budget, which enable you to spend more on special occasion’s outfits. For everyday kid’s clothing cotton is best. Organic cotton clothing is becoming increasingly popular as parents seek to reduce their children’s exposure to chemicals. Organic cotton is grown, spun and dyed without the use of chemicals, which is not only safer for children but better for the environment and the farmers who grow the cotton. For special occasions, man-made fibers such as taffeta or chiffon are often used to provide the dazzle required. Just make sure the outfit is comfortable — a large, stiff bow around the neck may look superb but it’s likely to irritate your little girl.</p>
<p>With a plethora of kid’s clothing stores available online, making the right choice has never been easier. There is a wide range of children’s clothes available. All you need to do is to place the orders, make the online payment and your child’s lovely new clothes will be on their way to you.</p>
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<p>Rebecca Jones is a fashion designer who likes bringing out innovative designs in fabrics. She takes interest in designing, <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.babiesandkids.com.au/kids-clothing/girls/dresses-skirts.html">kids clothing</a>, children&#8217;s clothing and baby clothing and designer baby clothes.</p>
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		<title>The &#8216;Get It Right&#8217; 80s Vintage Guide</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Well it&#8217;s official, the eighties are back with a vengeance! Love it or hate it, we guarantee you&#8217;ll succumb to at least one eighties trend by the end of the year!
Sure you can pick up some eighties inspired fashion from a high street chain or designer label, but why not go all out authentic (and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Well it&#8217;s official, the eighties are back with a vengeance! Love it or hate it, we guarantee you&#8217;ll succumb to at least one eighties trend by the end of the year!</p>
<p>Sure you can pick up some eighties inspired fashion from a high street chain or designer label, but why not go all out authentic (and save a packet) but buying original vintage?</p>
<p>With a whole array of vintage to choose from, from the sublime to the ridiculous and everything in-between, how can you be sure you get it just right? In this guide we explore the eighties trends you should be following and how to wear them at their best&#8230;<br /><strong><br />Acid Wash Denim</strong><br />Very Agness Deyn, acid wash denim is back and as punchy as ever. We&#8217;ve seen some glorious mini dresses, skirts, shorts and ripped jeans, all of which can be found in there original vintage form. And if you&#8217;re handy with a Singer, find some vintage acid wash jeans and make your own hot pants or mini for the summer. Don&#8217;t forget jackets too, keep them cropped and fitted or blazer shape for a look that&#8217;s bang on trend.</p>
<p><strong>Batwings</strong><br />Available in both long and short sleeves, the batwing has made a few appearances in recent years, so if you&#8217;re lucky you might already own one. This time it&#8217;s all about the colour, pattern and detail. Stripes, polka dots, nudes and sparkles are most definitely in. Material can be thick and knitted or fine and silky. The ever flattering batwing can also be used in the multi layer look, perfectly versitile.</p>
<p><strong>Bold Colour</strong><br />Neons are fab and oh so hot, but as long as it&#8217;s bright, block and in no way understated, then you&#8217;re right where you need to be. This trends are bound to build momentum as the summer months approach, so get buying now. Clashing is encouraged so get creative. We&#8217;re talking orange dress, cerise heels and lime accessories – but if you&#8217;re brave enough to carry this off then don&#8217;t forget the St.Tropez! </p>
<p><strong>Sequins</strong><br />We&#8217;ve all had enough of the doom and gloom, so glitz and glamour has been reignited to make us all feel extra special! Sequins make an appearance on many other looks &#8211; jumpsuits, blazers and one shoulder dresses. You can find lots of sequinned eighties vintage gems, or buy something plain and get customising!</p>
<p><strong>Zips</strong><br />Not for the faint hearted, zips are mega eighties and mega trashy! Best in black, look for tops, dresses, jackets and skirts with oversize or contrast colour zip detail. This is one trend that must be kept in isolation, don&#8217;t mix multiple zipped separates if you want to keep your chic factor. </p>
<p><strong>Polka Dots</strong><br />Think Grease, Fame and Barbie. Polka dots are a cute and easy to find print that can be mixed, matched and worn in any colour combo. Best kept to dresses and skirts, but found on some snappy little blouses, polka is even more tongue in cheek than the first time round. For extra punch, try oversize dots and for sleek summer tailoring go for tiny ditsy print. </p>
<p><strong>One Shoulder</strong><br />A one shoulder dress will blast you into the outer fashion stratosphere and beyond. Seen all over the latest red carpets, this look has just the right balance of sex appeal, glamour and class. For fun holiday wear try a micro mini one shoulder dress or a printed one shoulder play suit. For the pinnacle of evening wear chic, go for an all out floor length gown in simple shimmering fabric.</p>
<p><strong>Jumpsuits</strong><br />Never to be confused with the (very naff) catsuit, your jumpsuit should be big and blousey. Shoulder pads or overworked shoulders are good, buttons are great and drawstrings and sequins add glamour and grace. Make sure your jumpsuit can be pulled in at the waist and keep trousers wide, not tapered. For the summer months, go for a sweet and sexy short playsuit (loads of pretty prints available) This wearable trend could take you right through to 2010 so invest wisely. Or just buy enough to feed your fix all year! No decent vintage boutique or website will be without these all-in-one gems so get searching&#8230; NOW!</p>
<p><strong>Blazers</strong><br />If you don&#8217;t own one already then you need to get shopping! The perfect item to give your outfit that tailored or boyfriend edge. A masculine shape is preferable, tartans and checks are edgier and big buttons are a must! Dark colours will be more versatile but don&#8217;t be afraid to try bright whites, electric blues or ruby reds!</p>
<p>So there we have it, our distinct guide to wearing eighties trends the right way. These rebirths can go horribly wrong but with a little guidance you can make them work in your favour. And remember, the best thing about buying vintage is the reassurance that you&#8217;ll be the only girl wearing that outfit. And we all know how great that feels&#8230;.</p>
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		<title>A Guide to This Year’s Hottest Prom Gowns</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The 2009 prom season is just a few short months away. Across the country, girls are hunting out the latest prom trends and fashions. With so many dress options to choose from it can be difficult to figure out what dresses are in style and what dresses are last yearâs news. As a rule of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The 2009 prom season is just a few short months away. Across the country, girls are hunting out the latest prom trends and fashions. With so many dress options to choose from it can be difficult to figure out what dresses are in style and what dresses are last yearâs news. As a rule of thumb, if you like the dress and it fits your body well, you should wear it and enjoy it! Here is a guide to some of the hottest prom gown styles this year:</p>
<p><strong>Bold, Colorful Prints</strong></p>
<p>Prom dresses do not have to be a single color with beading or bows like they often were years ago. Prints are extremely popular this year, especially charmeuse prints that are colorful and bold. You can find tons of styles in stunning fabrics combining lines, floral designs, or even animal prints. Do not be afraid of the audacious prom dress choices now available. If prints are not your forte, try first considering vivacious, exciting colors. Instead of a pale green, bland dress, opt for choosing a grassy color. Instead of that powder blue gown, try on choices that are brilliant sapphire and sky blues. This is not the year to be subtle with color.</p>
<p><strong>Open Backs</strong></p>
<p>If you want to be daring with your prom dress, consider a style with an open back. You can find designer looks with a swooping back or straps that cris cross across your back. Before you buy a dress, make sure that it follows all of your schoolâs prom dress rules as well as approval from your parents. Many schools have dress codes during outside events such as prom.</p>
<p><strong>Trains</strong></p>
<p>Bridal gowns are not the only dress that can have an elegant train. Dresses with trains are all the rage for proms this year. Do not worry; most dress that have trains are detachable so you do not have to worry about your date stepping on it as you happily dance the night away. You can also find trains that bustle up and attach in the back so that you do not have to worry about the train tearing or dragging on the ground all night.</p>
<p><strong>Short- Length Dresses</strong></p>
<p>Over the last few years, short dresses have grown in popularity, and that is no exception for prom season 2009. Instead of a long gown, consider a tea-length ensemble that shows off your fabulous shoes without being an inappropriate length. Classic short silhouettes are extremely fashionable and look great on just about any body type.</p>
<p><strong>Beading</strong></p>
<p>While in 2007 and 2008 prom dresses with sequins were extremely popular, this year beading is all the rage. Beading on dresses can add a little sparkle and even create prints using contrasting colors. If money is tight, look for dresses that have just a few beads sprinkled around the top of the dress. They are typically less expensive than dresses with all-over beading.</p>
<p><strong>White and Black Options</strong></p>
<p>Even though bold, bright colors are popular this year, an all black or all white dress is always a classic style to wear. Look for a dress that evokes feelings of Hollywood glamour like Jackie O or Marilyn Monroe. When wearing an all black or white dress, you can accessorize with jewelry in any bright colors such as sunset orange and neon green. You can also find black or white dresses with rhinestones and beading that sparkle for an added hint of style. Try looking for classic shapes that flatter your body type. A white or black dress is all about the silhouette you create.</p>
<p><strong>Tulle and Feather Skirts</strong></p>
<p>Along with the in-style shorter length dresses for prom, a short, belled-out skirt made of tulle or feathers can be fashionable as well. Choose a skirt that creates a shape flattering to your body. When you go for a tulle or feather skirt, keep the accessories light. Your dress material is already an embellishment, so too much jewelry can often be overwhelming.</p>
<p><strong>Gold and Pink</strong></p>
<p>While bright colors are in style this year, gold seems to be the metallic jewelry of the season. If you choose to wear a gold dress, non-gold simple earrings and a few chunky bracelets can easily complete your Hollywood look. If you are going for another colored dress stick to gold-toned jewelry instead of choosing silver this year. Gold looks great with just about any color. If you are not the gold jewelry type, pink is another popular accessory color for the season. All bright hues are popular as the summer months approach, but pink jewelry is especially fashionable in 2009. All shades of pink, including pastel pink and hot pink are favored by style magazines and retailers. No matter what your skin type or body type may be, you can find a shade of pink that works well for you.</p>
<p><strong>One-Shoulder Gowns</strong></p>
<p>Prom dresses this year are taking cues from the Hollywoodâs runway and the red carpet. Celebrities such as Michelle Obama, Kate Winslet, and a number of other celebrities have been wearing one-shoulder gowns to show off just the right amount of skin for any occasion. A one-shoulder dress looks great on just about any body type.</p>
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		<title>Guide to the Different Types of Trade Show Signs and Displays</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One key to success of exhibiting at a trade show is to attract attendees to stop by your booth during the 8 seconds it takes to walk past a 10 foot wide booth. Often, attendees tend to look at each booth’s signage and displays to get an idea of the products, services, and selling points [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One key to success of exhibiting at a trade show is to attract attendees to stop by your booth during the 8 seconds it takes to walk past a 10 foot wide booth. Often, attendees tend to look at each booth’s signage and displays to get an idea of the products, services, and selling points offered by each company. The displays and signage for the booth should convey the quality and professionalism of the company’s products and services. A great first impression can be made by the design and positioning of the graphic signs for each booth. Thus it is important to prepare all show signs and understand the different types of trade show signs available to start budgeting and designing them before the show.</p>
<p><strong>Booth Backdrop/Background Displays</strong></p>
<p><strong>Curved faced pop up booths:</strong> Elegant in design with its curved wave style front, easy to set up, expandable metal frame with magnetic graphic panels. Range in size from 4’x4’ to upwards of 8’x20’. The typical size of the curved faced backdrop booths are 8’x9’ for a standard 10’x10’ booth.</p>
<p><strong>Straight faced pop up booths:</strong> Similar to curved face pop up booths, but with a straight front face. Easy to set up, expandable metal frame with magnetic graphic panels. Range in size from 4’x4’ to upwards of 8’x20’. The typical size of the curved faced backdrop booths are 8’x9’ for a standard 10’x10’ booth.</p>
<p><strong>Straight faced fabric pop up:</strong> Similar to a straight faced pop up booth, but uses just 1 large graphic printed fabric panel instead of several magnetic graphic panels. Very easy to set up—pop up style. Easy to set up and take down, but graphics are not quite as vibrant as the PVC panel pop up booths as described above.</p>
<p><strong>Floor Standing Banners</strong></p>
<p><strong>Retractable Banners:</strong> When retracted, the banner stands are tubular in shape—stands can be either aluminum or composite plastic material. To set up, just pull up the spring loaded banner and hook onto the included pole. To take down, unhook and the banner retracts by itself back into the tubular stand. These are the most common type of trade show standing banners for its simplicity, portability, and ease of use. There is a wide range of sizing for the banners, but the most typical size is ~80cm x 200cm (3’ x 7’).</p>
<p><strong>X-Stand Banners:</strong> Using a light metal X shaped frame, a PVC printed graphic banner with grommets is hooked onto the frame to create a simple floor standing banner. The X-stand banners are also very portable and durable. Higher end X-stands have a wider stand for more stability if using the banner outdoors for wind resistance. The main benefit of X-stands over the retractable banners is to have the ability to interchange the graphics easily—you can have 1 X-stand with several PVC graphic banners and have a rotation of the banners. There are also very many size variations to X-stand banners.</p>
<p><strong>L-stand Banners:</strong> Very compact and easy to set up, the L-stand banners are made of either plastic or aluminum to create a simple stand that holds up graphic banners in sort of an I shape. There varying sizes of L-stand banners as well. The main benefit of L-stand banners is the streamlined look that can be achieved when you put 3 or 4 L-stand banners together to form a backdrop mural.</p>
<p><strong>Graphic Tables and Podiums</strong></p>
<p><strong>Promotional Tables: </strong>Easy to assemble and disassemble table for promoting products and brochures. The tables include a wrap around plastic graphic panel, plus a top sign to increase visibility. Tables even have a shelf on the inside to store products and brochures.<strong></strong></p>
<p><strong>Podiums: </strong>Podiums are simple and compact, while most include graphic wraparounds that promote the company’s logo and/or products. The podium is a great way to place brochures out for people to grab in an elegant and eye-catching way.</p>
<p><strong>Other Banners and Signs</strong></p>
<p><strong>Vinyl Banners: </strong>Full color graphic vinyl banners are a great addition to any trade show booth or event. The size of the banners usually can be customized to any desired rectangular size. Then grommets or Velcro can be added to the banner to either hang up or attach anywhere—along walls, as table skirts, etc. Great for both indoor and outdoor use because of its durability and also portability.<strong></strong></p>
<p><strong>Foam Board Prints: </strong>Custom printed foam boards can add a great dimension to any booth. Foam boards can be printed on and die cut to any shape and size. Metal or cardboard stands can be used to make the foam boards stand on the ground or on table tops to attract great attention.<strong></strong></p>
<p><strong>PP and PVC Banners: </strong>Similar to outdoor vinyl banners, PP or PVC printed banners are a little more clear and vibrant print quality. However, they are slightly less durable and are mainly used for indoor use. PVC banners are thicker and more durable than PP banners.</p>
<p><strong>Teardrop Flags: </strong>Teardrop shaped pop up flags made from durable printed fabric material are great eye-catching props for both indoor and outdoor use. Teardrop flags tend to come in small, medium, and large sizes—they work well in flagging people down and the company logo or other graphics can be printed onto them.</p>
<p>Understanding the different types of trade show displays and signs can help one prepare to plan the booth’s look at an upcoming trade show. It is best to design the booth layout and the display graphics as early as possible, as it takes time to create the custom pieces. A well designed and well planned trade show booth can make a huge difference in the amount of attendees attracted and the overall professionalism conveyed by the company during the show.</p>
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		<title>Fashion Guide For Sexy Women Tights</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 23:12:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are you planning to wear only skirts this spring? But you can&#8217;t dare to do so because you own a pair of oh-not-so-beautiful legs. Nothing to be worried about. Here are the solutions in the form of women tights exclusively for spring.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you planning to wear only skirts this spring? But you can&#8217;t dare to do so because you own a pair of oh-not-so-beautiful legs. Nothing to be worried about. Here are the solutions in the form of women tights exclusively for spring.</p>
<p>They are colorful and joyous. They paint you in the colors of spring. They are efficient enough to flatter your legs if you find them not in proper shape and tanned enough.</p>
<p>So make this spring funnier and lovelier with these women tights. They are available in as many textures, colors, fabrics designs as you can think of, literally.</p>
<p>So if you are in real need of some women clothing which blend style and comfort this spring, then nothing is more befitting than these women tights.</p>
<p>Here are the hottest women tights exclusively for this spring 2009.</p>
<p>Designer Sheer Tights : These designer sheer tights are set to top the charts this spring. Whether you have long or short legs, whether beautiful or not, you can&#8217;t resist yourself from grabbing a pair of sheer tights. After all, who dares to go with less decorated and bare legs if they can be made more beautiful. Sexier&#8230;in fact.</p>
<p>They are the real attention seekers and capable of setting you in a right mood, very much suitable to this spring season. Designers such as Viktor Viktoria have designed one of the most recommendable women tights for this spring. Look out for Viktor Viktoria&#8217;s sheer rhinestone seam tights or sheer back seam tights or sheer flame tights.</p>
<p>Printed Tights : The colorful prints on the t-shirts have crept down to these tights. To wear such women tights you require sheer guts. It might be unheard to you so far, but they are a reality. So choose a deep color skirt and a shoe along with a white shirt to bring maximum effect.</p>
<p>Look out for a variety of printed tights. It can be either much famous floral or scenic. It might be full of latest geometric prints or raunchy flame prints too.</p>
<p>Red Opaque Tight : If you are really in no mood to forgive this spring and want to look dashing and sensuous then choose a fiery red opaque tight. Come out of your home pairing it with a checkered short skirt and a black ballet flat. Go for the kill this spring.</p>
<p>Fishnet Tights : It is not necessary to head for the dance stage only when you wear these fishnet tights. Women are wearing it frequently to roam around too. However, you should not wear it with short skirts. They make your legs overexposed and may make you look less dignified. Try to pair with a maroon or gray knee length skirt.</p>
<p>Look out for the outstanding fishnet footless tights.</p>
<p>Footless Tights : If you want to keep bare the lower part of your legs then these footless tights are the right choice for you. They help you show the healthier ankles and the lower parts of the calves. They can be exciting with tunic tops or a t-shirt. You can have a variety of footless tights such as metallic, opaque, fishnet, diamond fishnet etc.</p>
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		<title>Elastic Bed Skirts-a Buying Guide For Where To Find The Top Quality</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:49:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Looking for elastic bed skirts to improve the style your bed?  These are becoming more and more popular nowadays, as they can certainly improve the look and feel of your bed.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Looking for elastic bed skirts to improve the style your bed?  These are becoming more and more popular nowadays, as they can certainly improve the look and feel of your bed.</p>
<p>&#13;Keep in mind that the bed skirt you decide to go with can make a huge difference in the look of your bed.  These can many different shapes and styles, fabric choices, colors, and therefore finding the right one is really not that difficult.  You simply have to match it to the color of your bed and your overall room decor.</p>
<p>&#13;Keep in mind, a bed skirt is simply a tailored fabric dyeing that covers the box spring and space beneath the box spring to the floor of the bed.  The sole purpose of it is to give your bed a more decorative look, and also it does have some functionality, because it hides the accumulation of both dust and other items underneath your bed.  </p>
<p>&#13;Very simply, you can store a lot of your things underneath your bed, and they are not visible with bed skirts.  Without bed skirts, absolutely anybody can come in and see everything you have underneath your bed.</p>
<p>&#13;Keep in mind that when looking for the right bed skirts, there are basically two styles to choose from; pleated or ruffled.  A pleated model is generally made from flat panels of fabric, and a ruffled model is a continuous piece of fabric that goes around the two sides the bed.  This is sewn with a ruffled pattern at the top of the bed skirt.</p>
<p>&#13;Of course, for you going to buy the best for you want, in addition to knowing what kind of style skirt you want, you need to know the measurements to purchase it in. Very simply, if you&#8217;re getting a deck model, you have to be very precise and measurement, because they certainly are not adjustable.  </p>
<p>&#13;You don&#8217;t have to be as precise for an elastic bed skirt, as they are stretchable, but you still should know the general dimensions.  With a panel Bed skirt, you don&#8217;t have to be so exact, because they are more adjustable than the others. For this simply measure the height of the floor to the top of the box spring for your bed, and if you are using a pleated skirt, then subtract 1 inch from the height.</p>
<p>&#13;Remember, don&#8217;t start out by doing your research in a furniture store; go on the Internet and find the best elastic bed skirts for your bed as quickly as possible.  </p>
<p>&#13;There are many discount websites on the Internet that will sell you cheap bed skirts for much lower than retail prices, and sometimes even wholesale prices.  Therefore, you don&#8217;t have to put up with paying the usual store markup, because you can never find the best deal at a furniture store.  </p>
<p>&#13;You can always find the best deal on the Internet.  Remember, you want to be absolutely sure you are buying the right bed skirts beforehand, so this makes measuring your bed up a very important priority.  </p>
<p>&#13;You don&#8217;t want to pay for the bed skirt and have it shipped all the way to your house, only to find out that it has the wrong measurements for your bed.  </p>
<p>&#13;In addition, if you want to do it yourself, remember that there is a lot of information nowadays on how to make a bed skirt yourself. Therefore, if you want to save some cash, you might want to consider checking this out, as you can obviously save money by making it yourself. Hopefully these tips will to find the best elastic bed skirts for your bed as quickly as possible, to improve the look and feel of your bed and your room in general.</p>
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