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Way Behind on Your Xmas Shopping List? Top Three Easy Gift Ideas

November 19, 2010 by IamMoody

Xmas is just around the corner, and Black Friday is not very far away either. Sometimes it can be easy to get lost in the fray of the craziness that ensues during this typically very busy time of the year. And many people I know for that matter have yet to even begin their Xmas gift shopping endeavors; much less do they have their Xmas shopping list in order – like yours truly over here. With that in mind, there are some easy and simplified tricks to getting around the holiday shopping mayhem. If you find yourself in a pickle for gift ideas, or you just have not had the spare time to get some real shopping done, don’t fret—there are some really simple ways to beat around this bush and win every time.

Three Easy Xmas Gift Ideas

  1. Gift cards or cash are easy ways out. Most people won’t bicker about getting handed some sweet hunks of change as their Xmas gift. This way they can buy whatever they feel like, or pocket the money for a rainy day. Gift cards make great holiday presents as well, and you can easily find them at nearly any retail outlet.
  2. Designer cologne or perfume gifts sets. You still have plenty of time to shop online and find designer cologne or perfume gift sets for pretty cheap, and for some rather impressive Black Friday bargains to boot. They make great gifts, they are easy to wrap and they usually come with an assortment of desirable goodies, too.
  3. Gift baskets are timeless. And during this time of the year you can find tons of them all over the place online. The bargains are fairly decent, and the selection is breathtaking and creative.

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Looking Like the Stars

June 21, 2010 by IamMoody

There are many different looks that the celebrities provide. There is the grunge look, the rocker girl look, the professional and the diva. All of these looks have one thing in common, the clothing fits the individual. I’m not talking that the clothing shows the person’s personality and behaviors, but rather the clothing physically fits the person and uses tailoring to accentuate and hide certain parts of the body.

It is often thought that the more expensive the piece, the more likely it is to fit, this is not always, or even usually, the case. Many of the name brand clothes are stitched in the same facilities, by the same machines and same people, as the non-name brand clothing. The only difference in most clothes is the cost of the clothing. Instead of focusing on the name brand, people should focus on the cut of the clothing.

Darting is a fashion miracle. Darting creates a line for the eye to follow and can be used to increase or decrease the appearance of a body part. Darting can be used to make the bust look bigger and the waist look smaller. Clothing, such as jackets, with darting can be used to take pounds of a person and build bulk where there is none.

Tapering is another useful fashion tool. Tapering is done when the clothing becomes progressively smaller. Think the skinny jeans. They are smaller at the ankle than they are the top of the leg when the strait leg jean is the same size all the way down. This provides the body with a little more height and a leaner look.

Color is an all too frequently misused fashion tool. A lot of people buy colors that they like, but not necessarily appropriate for their skin tone. Other people like to hide behind colors like black in hopes of blending in and hiding their body that they may not be comfortable with. Carefully match the different colors of the fashion world to your skin tone, eyes and hair. This will provide the best results possible and keep you looking beautiful. Black is not as slimming when used all over the body as a single piece of black is and white can make a body stand out and appear bigger.

Patterning is almost more important than color. Pick patterns in clothing that are flattering to the body. If you have a small chest, consider using a horizontal stripe across it to make it appear bigger. If you have a large chest, maybe a diagonal stripe or arrow point down the center of the piece. Do not use horizontal stripes over the widest part of your body. Vertical lines give length, horizontal lines give width. Decorative details like dots and flowers add interest, but the size must be watched on them. Too big and the interest pieces will be overwhelming, too small and they will be hard to see.

Texture is also very important. Remember to use rich fabrics to convey a richer feel. Polyester is nice and pretty, but it can be uncomfortable. Use it if you are comfortable with it, but make sure you keep it in good condition. Cotton and other all natural materials are more comfortable and can be stunning. These are the most recommended materials for dressing.

Keeping all of these factors in mind is important when trying to dress well. However, the most important thing to remember when purchasing clothing is the fit. Do not assume that you fit or you do not fit something. Do not purchase clothing that does not fit you. If you have to lay down on the bed to zip up your pants, it does not fit you. If you cannot see the shape of your body, it does not fit you. If you are unsure about how the piece fits or if it fits you correctly, after all we are our worse enemies, consider bringing a supportive but honest friend with you when you go shopping. This will help you to look put together, fashionable and like the celebrities, even when shopping at Wal-Mart.

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Fashion for Every Day Wear

June 17, 2010 by IamMoody

Every one knows that dressing up is a great way to feel confident and classy. However, is it really appropriate to dress up when you are about to go shopping at Wal-Mart? Granted, wearing your favorite sweats or those hideous pajama bottoms will only get you on www.ThePeopleofWalmart.com , do you really have to dress up? No, you do not. However, you really should dress well, even when you are just running out for a loaf of bread.

You may be thinking, “Why bother to dress well for that evening run to the store for some staple foods or shopping?” There is a very simple answer to that. You never know who you are going to meet while you are out. You might meet Mr. or Ms. Right while shopping in the produce isle. You may meet the human resources representative in the bread isle. You may meet the long lost friend in the home décor section of the store, or your old rival in the kids section.

Each of these people will immediately judge you according to your fashion. If you do not impress them immediately with your style, you may not be given the opportunity show them your true personality. Plus, do not forget how dressing well makes you feel. Are you going to have the confidence to approach a person if you are dressed like you just woke up and you don’t care about yourself? I wouldn’t, and I’m a confident person. Dress well and approachable, they will be more willing to approach and meet you. Imagine the possibilities.

“How do you dress well without dressing up?” you may be wondering. Well, the first step is to remember that your clothing should be clean. Your clothing should fit you. Showing your belly means that the shirt is not long enough. Your clothing should also be age appropriate. Are you a 35 year old woman who is small enough to fit junior’s clothing? Resist the shinny, bright colored cloths and purchase your outfits in the adult section. Clothing that is too young for you will only make you look older.

Want to learn more about dressing appropriately? Keep following this blog. There is much more to follow.

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