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Calvin Klein Watches for Men

  • Posted on December 28, 2009 at 11:48 pm

Calvin Klein is a name which always means fashion . People know Calvin Klein as its classic products and wide range of variety. The products of it can be good presents . Needless to say, these products are available for men from all age groups and they cherish receiving these tempting accessories as gifts. Especially when you are going to give it as a gift for the man who you love most .

Calvin Klein watches are available in different materials to offer huge options to you. From stainless steel to sterling silver, these watches are reasons for grabbing your attention. You can also find watches manufactured from pearl, titanium, diamond, leather, gold, cloth & nylon and so on.

Calvin Klein watches are available with different features. Watches with water resistant qualities or you can surf the category of watches with sub dial, timer, date indicator or tachometer. You will be simply enthralled to witness such remarkable variations in the watches.

Considering age, taste and preferences of the man, for whom you are making the choice for these watches. However, you can play a safe bet with Calvin Klein watches, as they offer irresistible temptations to people of all ages.

You can find cheap Calvin Klein watches. No matter on the Internet or on stores . Calvin Klein watches are surely good presents.

Jaeger-LeCoultre- “Qing Dynasty” Collection

  • Posted on at 1:38 am

Jaeger-LeCoultre, in partnership with the Chinese Arts and Crafts (HK) Limited, launched the limited edition Master Ultra Thin Enamel “Qing Dynasty” Collection at the Chinese Arts and Crafts store in Pacific Place. The collection stems from the inspiration of artworks of Qing Dynasty in China including paintings from two famous painters, Ju Lian and Yun Shou Ping, who are the masters of the Lingnan School of Painting. To set the ambience of the launch of this exquisite collection, Jaeger-LeCoultre had partnered with Chinese Arts and Crafts which had displayed a substantial collection of antiques from the Qing Dynasty especially for this event.

Renowned actress and one of the leading actresses in the popular television series “Beyond Realm of Conscience”, Charmaine Sheh, made a special appearance and unveiled this exquisite collection during the launch. This launch was truly an appreciation night for watch and antique connoisseurs to savor the meticulous craftsmanship of the Master Ultra Thin Enamel “Qing Dynasty” Collection and the beauty of antiques from the Qing Dynasty.

A set of eight exquisite timepieces, the Master Ultra Thin Enamel “Qing Dynasty” Collection is a splendid embodiment of the love of fine details that has always characterized Jaeger-LeCoultre, the art of miniature enamel painting dedicates its absolute beauty to highlighting the watchmaking feats of the Manufacture-one of the rare brands to enhance its wristwatches with the full range of traditional fine watchmaking embellishments.

The Master Ultra Thin Enamel “Qing Dynasty” Collection is a demonstration of the enamel artists’ craftsmanship. To render the timeless beauty of the paintings by Ju Lian and Yun Shou Ping, the artists of the Manufacture decided to reinterpret them through superimposing layers of enamel creating an exceptional appearance of profoundity and intensity. Simply moving the miniature gently under a source of light reveals a wealth of chromatic variations, unsuspected perspectives and nuances reflected beneath the shiny surface of the enamel. The meticulous craftsmanship allows us to appreciate the vivid scenery and even the lively bees and butterflies in the paintings of Ju Lian and Yun Shou Ping.

At the heart of the Master Ultra Thin Enamel “Qing Dynasty” Collection beats manually-wound Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 849, a movement that has already achieved legendary status among devotees of fine watchmaking due to the exceptional qualities it has consistently displayed since 1994: peerless accuracy and reliability, 123 parts and a cadence of 21,600 vibrations per hour, all housed within a mere 1.85 mm. It is indeed one of the thinnest movements on the market today. Embodying a major horological accomplishment, its slender structure calls for exceptional machining precision. In order to limit the overall thickness, it is equipped with a bridge-free barrel and an extremely small escapement.

The limited edition Master Ultra Thin Enamel “Qing Dynasty” Collection is dressed in pink gold watch case with diamond-set bezel as well as alligator leather strap. This exquisite special collection comes with a luxurious collector’s case.

Mens shoes-tips to make you outstanding

  • Posted on December 25, 2009 at 12:28 am

Mens shoes-tips to make you outstanding

    21st century man is without any question of doubt, better turned out than all the generations before him. But for some reason only known to men themselves, when it comes to the shoes they put on their feet, they’re still pretty clueless! Chosen with care, mens shoes can really transform his appearance from ordinary to outstanding. Feet do get noticed chaps, whether you believe it or not, a woman’s eye starts from the shoes up, and not the neck down, when she’s checking out your attire.But those of us who know anything about best shoes for men, know that there is no better treatment for your feet than to adorn them with quality made shoes.    However, not all of the men have some tips on how to pick up the most suitable and chic shoes for every occasion. Here is some tips which will make you outstanding.

General Rules for Men’s Shoes

–Try to pick a shoe that matches, or is darker than your pants.–Although it is a safe bet, socks do not need to match your shoes. Instead, think of your socks as you wear a tie – an item that can bring the whole outfit together.–If wearing a belt, try to match your shoes to it, unless, of course, your belt is some multi-colored striped thing.

 

Men’s Shoes for Jeans    You can wear almost any color or style of shoe with jeans, but avoid very shiny shoes that were obviously intended for more dressier outfits.    Boots, lug soles, sneakers, loafers and sandals all work great with jeans, so you may find it helpful to let the style of your shirt guide you.

    For example, a sporty, polo shirt might work with a loafer; t-shirts go well with sneakers or retro-style shoes; long, artsy button-downs work well with sandals or contemporary styles.

Men’s Shoes for Casual Pants

 

    Whether you call them Dockers, chinos, or khakis, there are a variety of loafers, oxford and other men’s shoes that work well with casual pants.    Let the ornamentation and style of the shoe guide you towards the look you’re trying to achieve.    For example, a tassle or a buckle is a little more on the dressy side, while a woven pattern or heavy stitching is a little more on the casual side.

 

Men’s Shoes for Dress Pants    With dress pants, shoot for the same type of shoe that you might wear with a suit. Shinier materials usually indicate a dressier shoe, as do less bulky heels and soles. Choose a shoe that is the same color or darker than your pants, and if wearing a belt, match your shoes to it.Color Matching for Men’s Shoes

 

–Black shoes work well with navy, grey or black pants.–Brown shoes are best suited to tan, brown, beige, greens, other darker earth tones.–Burgundy shoes work well with khaki, lighter browns, blue and grey.

 

–Tan shoes look great with lighter earth tones, blue, beige, lighter tan or white.

Fashion trends and styles for next spring-summer 2010

  • Posted on December 24, 2009 at 8:51 pm

Do you remember which are the most fashionable trends in handbags and accessories for next fall ?C winter 2009/2010? Which is the “cult style” for next season, according to what was proposed by the top European designers during the latest European fashion weeks?

       The key words of next winter’s fashion are “classical” and “back to the roots of elegance”. Designers in fact are inspired by the luxury style of the past, in particular by the 70’s and the 80’s.0341

       Leather will be a must-have next autumn-winter 2009/2010, but always in black or dark brown. It is being used for elegantly restrained leather mini dresses, mini skirts and shorts, stretch leather leggings or seductive corsets, as well as leather accessories such as gloves, handbags and shoes.

       Italian and French designers also use genuine leather for ankle-length coats, some of which are also decorated with fur. Fur is used for trimming mid-length skirts too and it can either be classic black or brightly colored, like the shocking orange-red fur coat proposed by the Italian Gianbattista Valli at the latest Paris fashion week.

       Black fishnet tights are also totally on-trend, emphasizing woman’s sensuality, setting off her perfect legs, which are revealed by very short skirts made of leather or fabric. Besides the sexy fishnet tights however, we can also find more restrained opaque and sheer tights, both decorated and colorful, whose main role is keeping the woman’s legs warm, while still showing off her natural beauty and sex appeal.

Trousers won’t be so fashionable, next autumn-winter 2009/2010, replaced by the skirt, the lead player of this cold season, but if you do want to wear them, don’t forget that they absolutely must be high-waisted in order to highlight your perfect waist-line.
        Maxi shirts over stretch lurex or leather leggings will be the ultimate in fashion next winter, above all if the shirt is made in a lame color such as gold or bordeaux.

And what about the materials used?

       As already mentioned above, leather will be the most popular material next fall-winter 2009/2010, being versatile and suitable for every use. But take note, leather is only fashionable in black or brown; except for waist-length jackets, which can be made in beige natural leather too. Besides leather, we also find lurex, especially for skirts and leggings, and cashmere for coats and pullovers but also for mini-dresses.

       The evening look, on the other hand, sees the return of very elegant fabrics such as lace, satin or silk, which confer a new dimension on the evening dress, a touch of undisputed elegance and charm. Woman becomes a “femme fatale” at night and she shines like a shimmering star. Fabrics should be silky and shiny, and very refined, enriched by glittering sequins and decorations everywhere. The must-have color for evening wear, according to designers at the latest European fashion weeks, is black. Black is the color of seduction, of sensuality, and woman, next winter, will be the essence of sensuality, especially at night. Evening dresses are very long and enhanced by plunging necklines and slit skirts, richly trimmed with rhinestones and lace. The perfect slim figure of the woman is further enhanced by very high heels.

       If black is the dominant color of the next women’s evening collections for fall-winter 2009/2010, her day-time look will be enlivened by many different tones, some tending to dark shades. Black is everywhere, as is dark brown, especially for leather clothing. Grey will also be very fashionable next year in all its shades, both in pinstriped or in plain versions. Midnight blue, Bordeaux , Wine red, can be considered the “re-discoveries” of next season, very warm colors, ready to give you harmony and a pleasant sensation of wellbeing on cold winter afternoons, while beige, being a classic tone, perfect for every season, continues its success in the fashion field. Emerald green, turquoise, yellow, orange, typical vivid summer colors, will accompany you this winter too, bringing you joy and good humor even when it is raining outside and you can’t go out. Next to them, a privileged position is occupied by purple, which is still fashionable this winter too, both for clothes and for accessories (many designers propose purple clutches for the woman’s evening look), and by fuchsia ,the revelation of next autumn-winter 2009-2010. Trousers will be fuchsia, mini dresses will be fuchsia and handbags too will be fuchsia, matching gloves and shoes, for a more gorgeous and charming style.

 
       Metallic colors such as gold and silver are still very current next season too, both for clothes and accessories, above all for the evening look. Snow white, on the contrary, is falling out of favor; it is used by designers only in combination with another color, such as fuchsia or orange. Only a few designers present completely white dresses.

And, what about handbags? Which styles of handbag will be the ultimate in fashion next autumn-winter 2009/2010?

       The role of the “handbag” was the focus point of many discussions during the latest European fashion weeks. Many designers maintained that this accessory was no longer fundamental to the expression of a woman’s elegance, especially in a period of economic recession, while others upheld the importance of the handbag, as essential to a woman’s femininity, the secret place where all her life, and all her hidden secrets are jealously guarded.

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       However, according to the collection of the top fashion houses, next year’s woman will continue to keep her handbag by her side, ready to accompany her in all the adventures she will embark on next winter, a faithful companion in her daily life.        Many designers envisage women at work, always busy meeting with customers and signing important papers. They propose very wide office bags, similar to brief-cases but absolutely gorgeous and elegant, where the business woman can easily keep all her documents, notebook, but also her personal effects, so that she can look fresh and confidant in any situation.       Whether a woman uses her handbag to go to work or to go shopping, she always needs a very wide, practical item that is comfortable but also refined and high quality. The optimal solution? A beautiful tote bag, perhaps made of leather, which can be worn anywhere she wants without any difficulty. Clasped in one hand like a pochette or carried by the handles or, more simply worn on the arm, it will give you the practicality and the comfort of a wide item but, at the same time the elegance and the undisputed style of a perfectly well-finished product.

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       However, if you don’t like tote bags, because you find them too cumbersome for your slim figure, don’t worry: the other solution proposed by designers for next autumn-winter season in the matter of accessories, is the classic shoulder-bag, whose strap should ideally be wide, for comfort, so as not to burden your shoulder with a heavy weight. However, if you really want to follow the fashion, you shouldn’t wear your handbag on the shoulder but clasp it in your hand like a clutch or hold it by the strap, using the shoulder-strap as a simple handle. It may not be so practical but we can assure you that wearing your handbag like that, you will look incredibly chic.

       For the evening look, worn with a long sensual dress glittering with thousands of sparkling sequins, the classic clutch is a Must. Whether made of luxury leather or of satin to match the dress, it complements the woman’s look enhancing her natural beauty. Clutches can be enriched with pearls and decorations or be simply black, with a classic structure, but they all have to be perfectly elegant. Clutches should always be clasped in your hand, even if they have a small golden or silver chain strap. It’s also very chic to hold your clutch by the strap, as a handle, especially if the strap is short.

       Some designers promote the use of the clutch during the day too, worn with a classic pinstriped suit, because the woman has to be elegant everywhere and at any time, day or night.

Maria Sharapova and Her TAG Heuer Watches

  • Posted on at 7:49 pm

The impossibly long-legged 22-year-old, the highest paid female star in sports history ($26 million) Maria Sharapova is not the exception. Russian girl pays a greater attention to the sport dresses she is to play in. That is why Maria is absolutely serious about Australian Open sport wearing this January.

“I pretty much know what I’ll be wearing (on court) and what color, a year in advance because the clothes have to go to retail (at the same time).” She says of the tennis dresses she helps Nike designers create and the match-friendly Tiffany & Co. earring she wears for each Grand Slam tournament.

All Maria Sharapova endorsement deals with the likes of TAG Heuer, Tiffany & Co. and Cole Haan involve her in the design of brands wares. And her models really work, as Maria sincerely believes that the feeling of comfort on the court and knowing that you look good and feel good in what you wear really makes you attack.

“When I wake up in the morning, my first priority is tennis, but the fact that I have the opportunity to create things such as my tennis dresses and TAG Heuer sunglasses is fun and I’m certainly no afraid to fail at it.”

The sunglasses for TAG Heuer (on sale this month) are one of Maria’s most hands-on design projects. “It gave me the opportunity to be creative and work with some really talented people,” she says. “We did two pairs – one is more casual, the kind you could wear every day, the other is a little bit more sophisticated.