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Watches used to be the way to tell time. Ever since the 1880’s, people have been wearing watches on their wrists. Before that, they wore the watches on a chain and in their pocket. These were convenient methods of telling what time it was and it helped to streamline business and social lives. These watches were both functional time keepers and indicators of an individual’s personal wealth.

It used to be that watches were used to denote a person’s wealth. The watch was often made from rich materials and engraved to show who owned that singular watch. As the watches became cheaper to make and more people began to own them, the watch remained both functional and a status symbol. Expensive pieces of watch works were still produced, pieces like the Rolex still demanded attention and respect.

In the age of cell phones, the watch is no longer needed for functional purposes. The cell phone is able to tell a person with more exactness what time it is than any watch would be capable of doing. Now the watch is simply a status symbol, a piece of equipment that is used to denote a person’s ability to afford a beautiful piece of jewelry and eloquence.

It is unfortunate that the cell phone has now become today’s time piece. It is now the cell phone that is considered the status symbol in popular culture. This has greatly hurt the watch companies and they are being forced to drop their prices while increasing their quality and decorative natures. Even the Rolex is being forced to advertise and redesign their pieces to fit in with the new crazes that the populous are displaying.

The watch does have some supporters though. These are the business CEOs and board members. People who realize that a cell phone is simply that, a cell phone and that a watch is a piece of art. It is due to these people that the watch remains a viable piece of a person’s wardrobe. These are the people that keep the art of watch making and watch wearing alive and well in the upper circles of society and will help to keep it alive in the rest of the social and fashion world.

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There is a lot of controversy as to whether a person should date his or her best friend. After all, there is always the possibility that the relationship could end poorly and decimate that friendship. Then there are the concerns about the people who are mutual friends of the couple and how they might handle the relationship if it should fail. However, there is also the possibility of missing what would otherwise be a great relationship and potentially finding one’s soul mate.

There are some benefits to dating someone that you have been friends with for a period of time. The primary benefit is that you already know the person and you know that you have things in common. The discomfort of being around someone that you do not know as well is gone because you know this person well. The challenge of finding something to talk about is not there since you know what to talk about and you have a history together. This can make the first date go smooth and it can help to strengthen your relationship as friends and eventually as lovers.

The down side to dating your best friend is that if it does not end well, you could lose your friend. This is the number one reason that people do not date their best friends. The next big problem is that there may be mutual friends who oppose the relationship for one reason or the other and will do what they can to ruin relationship. They may do this out of jealousy or out of concern that you two might spend more time with each other and exclude the friends from your life. Following some simple rules can help to prevent this from occurring.

1. Always practice honesty. This honesty is not only with the friend you are dating, but also with your other friends. Though it may be tempted to tell your friends that you are not doing anything with that special friend, this can hurt them when they do finally find out. As for that special friend you are hoping to date and build a life with, be completely honest with him or her about how you are feeling and how your friends are taking to the relationship. Nothing ruins relationships of all levels than a lie.
2. Remember that a romantic relationship is only a step up from friendship. Though you may want to impress your friend and show them your more romantic side, they have more than likely seen your unromantic side as well. Do not stress about dating your friend and instead relax with it. Remember, your potential soul mate will be your romantic partner, as well as your best friend. It is perfectly okay to be yourself around your best friend and potentially romantic partner.
3. Do not ignore your other friends as you work to build a romantic relationship with your friend. Remember, these friends are also important and you should include them in your plans when possible and they should be kept up to date on what is happening in your life. This is especially true for mutual friends since they may feel jealous or concerned if they are not kept up to date about your life. While your friends may not expect you to call them all the time, an occasional call is important to them too.
4. You do not have to spend all of your time with your best friend and potential romantic partner. It is always a good idea to continue building your friendship with your other friends. Plan on having a girls’ or boys’ night out without your partner. This will give you things to talk about and it will help to keep things fresh and interesting. This will also give you time to keep up with your other friends.
5. Remember always that you are friends with the person and that you should remain friends no matter what happens between you two. If things do not work out between you two, do not ignore or intentionally hurt the person that you were involved with. Instead, take the break up as adults and remain friends. This does not mean that you two have to be as close as you were, but you should still be able to communicate and you should still be nice to each other when mutual friends ask you out with them.

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Fall is upon us. Just last Monday, the start of fall was officially announced. This does not mean that the picnics have ended or that the weather is not still warm, but just that the leaves are beginning to turn and cold snaps are becoming more frequent. With the change in the weather comes the change in fashion. The deeper colors of autumn are now being seen in the stores, as are the thicker jackets and lovely sweaters.

Not only should your clothing change, but your accessories will need to change. The accessories are what help to make the outfit and accessories should be used to keep with the autumn season rather than using the same pieces of jewelry, shoes and purses. To use the same items will only confuse the outfit and give you an unkempt appearance.

Jewelry often seems like an all season deal. However, that is not the case. There are pieces of jewelry that are specifically geared towards the summer and those that are geared to the fall. Typically for the fall, the jewelry tends to be a golden color and there also tend to be a lot of reds during the fall season. One of the hottest trends for the fall is the golden leaf. This is a leaf that has been dipped and preserved in gold.

The shoes after Labor Day are always said to be anything but white. This is an outdated ideology with shoes. Feel free to wear white shoes any time of the year. However, now that it is fall, sandals are beginning to fall out of style. Instead, peep-toes and the pointed toe shoes are all the rage. Heels are always in, although the wedge is a big hit this year. Keep the shoes beautiful, but consider using an autumn color. Golden shoes and the shiny dark silvers are a big hit this year. Bright orange is not such a good idea now that it is fall.

Your purse is more than just a place to store your wallet and supplies. It is also a part of your wardrobe. Put away the lime green purse and bring out the brown, red or golden purses. This is fall, and the darker purses are a big hit during this time. Silver and black is always a classic combination and can help to tie together almost any outfit. Remember to match the shape of the purse with your body and not to fall victim to the ideology that just because it is a cute purse it will look cute on you. Remember, every piece of your wardrobe should compliment you, including your purse.

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