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Three Ways to Brighten Up your Spring Wardrobe

This was a long, dreary winter, and for most of us, our clothes were pretty drab to match. Now that it seems to be seasonally appropriate, we need to get some lights and brights into our outfits -- it's been so long, though, that we might be drained of inspiration! When you think about 2014's spring trends, as well as all the pieces we own but aren't going to get a lot of use out of, there are a lot of ways we can put together outfits that shine as bright as the sun this spring. Here are our favorites.

For Daytime: Neons and Whites

Last year, spring trends involved a lot of coral and mint. This year, it seems that white-on-white, as well as pops of neon, are the color trend for the spring season. Try some white linen pants, spring sweaters with neon-colored piping, or some neon athletic sneakers as easy, breezy ways to incorporate lighter colors. For those of us who don't like to go bold, it's always an option to use a neon-colored crossbody bag, neon nails, or fresh, white sneakers with faded denim.

For Nighttime: Sparkle and Shine

Going out to the bar or club? Bet you haven't busted out that sequin dress in a while. Even when the sun goes down, sequin dresses allow you to let it shine. If these little numbers aren't your bag, though, you could try out the new holographic trend that's so on-trend. Holographic shoes, handbags, jewelry, and hair accessories have been making their way into fashion magazines for the past few months, and even though they're bold and daring, they go with nearly anything!

For Anytime: Fun Accessories

Got a sheath dress that you wore all winter long, but now you want to make it spring-ready? Jazz it up with some sandals and brightly-colored statement jewelry. Even a plain dress that once paired so well with tights and boots can be made more spring-welcoming by adding a turquoise cuff or a citron-colored purse.

Bonus Points: Bold Lips

One huge trend we've seen this season is bold, bright lips. You've probably worn your nude, wine, and dark red lipsticks down to nubs over the fall and winter, but now it's time to go for something a little more eye-catching. Hot pinks, fuchsias, and corals are very on-trend for lippies this season, but if you're feeling extra brave, you could try out violets, lime greens, or other colors that can be found on this line of macaron lipsticks!

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3 Tips For Warm Weather Beauty

After such an intense winter, people are more than ready to welcome the warmth of spring. It may seem like you’re just getting your first taste of spring, but it’s going to get hot soon. It seems like warm weather keeps coming earlier and earlier every year, and if you want to look good for when the temperatures rise you’re going to need to start now. Anyone can buy a few new outfits or a bathing suit, but it takes someone with true style to get their bodies ready for spring and summer. If you want to be able to flaunt your body with confidence in sun dresses, shorts, and even some cut crop tops, make sure you follow these tips.

Care for your skin

After dealing with the harsh cold temperatures of winter your skin could be a little damaged. For radiant and beautiful skin, make sure that you exfoliate and lotion your skin frequently. Find a good sugar scrub (don’t go with other exfoliants with beads, they don’t work as well as sugars and they pollute the environment) and find a few days to wash with it. Some scrubs can be used every day, and others are best used sparingly. Find a gentle and oil free moisturizer for your face to keep it soft but without clogging your pores. While we’re on the topic of skin care, it’s also important to…

Shield the sun

It doesn’t matter where you are, UV radiation can do some serious damage to your skin. You’re going to have a lot more skin exposed during the summer months, and you need to make sure that it’s probably protected from the sun. Sunscreen is very important, but if you really want to go the extra mile you should look for make up with protection from the sun. Most make up manufacturers make concealer (in both powder and liquid forms) with an SPF of 15, 20, or 25. If you protect your skin against the sun now, you’ll have much healthier skin when you get older.

Master your makeup

A lot of people dread doing their makeup in the summer because they know they’ll end up sweating it off in a few hours. Nobody ever said that summer makeup was going to easy, but if you find your groove now you’ll be able to avoid having everything melt off. Find tinted moisturizer to use instead of your regular makeup if you have problems with sweat. Switch to long lasting makeup for your eyes and lips. Cate eye makeup and lip stains can last for hours, and come in a variety of colors.

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Prom Dresses Are Breaking the Mold in 2014

The time has come once again for high school juniors and seniors to celebrate their proms. Typically, the styles seen at proms are a direct reflection of what’s hot in the fashion world at the time, and experts claim that this year is no different. According to tuxedo shop owners and dress specialists, high school students are dropping the old fashioned styles that were featured in proms of the past, and gravitating more to a trendy “Hollywood friendly,” look. Long frilly gowns and short club dresses are out, and classy simple looks are in. The bottom line, according to experts, is that kids aren’t over thinking or overdoing it anymore.

As always, the main concern on most students’ minds come prom time is that they want to be different, and wear something that fits their own unique style. Movies have always gotten laughs out of the “two girls wearing the same dress” scenario, but the reality is, they are right- no one wants to wear something that’s already in someone else’s closet. In the old days, dress shops would only carry one of each dress or utilize a checklist similar to a gift registry to aid students in remaining different from their classmates with their selections. In today’s technology savvy world, girls are able to go further by creating Facebook groups to both show off their dresses prior to the big day and also warn their classmates that their particular style and look is already “taken.” Since this information is readily available to students, the graduating class of 2014 can look outside of the box when it comes to their prom gowns.

Gail Furniss, owner of Occasions Bridal Shop claims that, “the biggest trend this year is that there is no trend. Girls have more confidence now and just want to get whatever looks best on them.” Other experts are claiming that this is the year of “Hollywood glamour” type outfits for prom, with lots of form-fitting dresses made of mesh and jersey material becoming very popular. The biggest colors this year have been bright pastels, champagne and blush, which not surprisingly, are also the colors currently dominating big city high profile fashion runways. Corinne Chapman, co-owner of A Step Ahead dress shop, adds that "in the last 10 years, dresses have changed dramatically. We're seeing a very strong trend for red carpet-style dresses and body conscious designs. It's not the innocent look we used to see."

From big bridal type gowns and shorter club dresses, the graduating class of 2014 is looking to more of a Hollywood chic look for their prom. Students are exhibiting more confidence in their decisions, allowing for true representations of their unique individuality in their prom gowns and tuxedos.

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Hot is Hot - 5 Dynamic Fashion Statements for Trendy Clothes

For people that care about fashion, keeping up with the times is a big deal. While there are many styles that are timeless, there will always be transitory styles that define the era and fashionistas will want to have at least some of them. Spring into summer with five of the hottest looks for trendy clothes this year. The overall look is casual, fun and comfortable:

1. Capris- Knee length, slouchy pants in florals or classic blue denim have hit the fashion runways all over the world. These loose, long hit right below the kneecap and are perfect for hanging out in the sun on a breezy summer day. Fashion-forward women are wearing them with or without a belt, paired with tailored shirts that have rolled up sleeves. The look can be changed to accommodate a lightweight, unlined blazer and tee underneath. Women who are not supermodel tall can throw on a pair of high wedges to give the illusion of longer legs.

2. Lace- When it comes to dressing up for a night on the town, nice restaurants and nightclubs are seeing more skin and lace than in seasons past. Bare midriffs, cutouts on the tops of the shoulders or at the small of the back and long pencil skirts with deep, daring side slits are all the rage. Boldly colored lace is making more of an appearance, either on its own or by lending a bit of class to peekaboo cutouts.

3. Leather- Leather has taken on a whole new look with this year's trendy clothing styles. Deep, rich reds, cobalt and aqua blues or caution light yellow and white leather are presented in minimalistic shapes that make for real head-turners. Short sleeved leather dresses, vests or short pants, paired with dramatic roman sandals and coordinated accessories, complete the look when worn with casually shaped summer hair styles.

4. Black, White, and Red Prints- Another trendy look that is taking the stage is black, white, and red printed clothing. Graphic black and white prints with 1960s influence are showing up in high-necked, floor length halter dresses, long skirts and sleeveless pant suits. The color red is making an appearance in strikingly sheer fabrics layered over opaque solids. The look is finished off by accessories in unlikely color choices such as lime green, bright orange and a cheery canary yellow. The result is brave and fearless, with a soft feminine touch.

5. Peplum- Peplum is another trendy look hitting the runways this year, and is both a flattering style and a great way to make a dramatic statement. Patterned tops with solid peplum attachments at the waistlines of blouses, jackets or dresses are also great at hiding those extra few pounds, if needed, but look good on virtually everyone. The look is feminine, comfortable, and the perfect way to be trendy at the office.

Bolder colors, dynamic patterns and retro-styling all work together to make today's more-comfortable, less constrictive trendy clothes more fun than ever. Now is the time to step out in style and be part of one of the most dynamic trends in fashion history.

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Three Tips for Your Next Wedding Dress Fitting

Did you know that on average most brides to be in the garden state will have 3-4 dress fittings when they're planning their wedding? There are countless wedding dresses in NJ, and thousands of them will be altered, dyed, and cut before they make their debut. Wedding dress fittings are some of the most important events in the wedding planning process, and when you go for yours you need to make sure that you're getting them done correctly. If you follow these tips for your next fitting, you'll be guaranteed to walk down the aisle in your dream dress!

Time it Right

You're going to have multiple dress fittings between now and your wedding, and it's important to schedule them at the right time. If you go in too early you may not get the proper fit you want in case you lose or gain weight, but if you go in too late you could risk not having your changes made on time. It's recommended that you wait at least 2-3 months from the time of your first fitting to your last.

Don't Make Your Fitting a Party

Wedding dress fittings are slowly becoming pre-emptive bridal showers. Brides to be invite the members of their wedding party, friends, and family members and end up with 15 people watching them try on their new gown. It may seem fun to have a room full of friends with you when you're trying on your wedding dress, but it'll only make things more stressful. You're going to have way too many opinions to hear, the staff is going to be overwhelmed by the sheer amount of people, and on top of it all you're going to have a group people who will want your undivided attention when you're trying to focus on your dress. Your maid of honor, a good friend, and a family member should be all you need during your fitting.

Include Everything You'll Be Wearing on Your Wedding Day

When we say everything we mean everything. Your undergarments, shoes, and accessories should all be present during your fitting. If you have everything you'll be wearing it'll be easier to envision your wedding day look, and it'll be more practical. If you wear the underwear you're planning on wearing during your wedding day, you'll be able to see if you need a different kind set in case you notice any bunches or bulges. Also be sure to walk around in your shoes and your wedding dress to make sure that you have shoes that match and are the best height for your dress (especially if your dress has a train).

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Choosing Vintage Dresses for Your Wedding

The adage for a wedding is that the bride should have something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue. Instead of choosing a new dress, a number of brides are embracing the idea of wearing vintage dresses (or vintage-styled dresses) for their big day. Vintage wedding dresses are a great way to stand out from the crowd and show more personal style, and brides can also use them as a way to create a cohesive theme for their celebration. Here are some reasons that vintage dresses are so popular at modern weddings and how they can help set the tone for any theme.

Advantages of a Vintage Wedding Dress

There are many reasons that women choose a vintage dress for their big day, but some of the most common reasons include fitting in with a wedding theme, wearing something unique that is not available in stores, and showing off personal style. Vintage dresses offer brides a way to stand out from the same few dresses seen in shops and catalogs every year. Brides who are concerned about the state of a vintage dress can always opt for something new that is old-fashioned in style or is a reproduction of an old dress. In addition, a woman looking to update the look could opt for modern accessories or bright decorations.

A Southern Wedding

A vintage wedding dress can be the perfect touch for a rustic Southern wedding. Whether or not the wedding will actually take place in the Southern United States, the theme is a quaint and charming nod to the traditions and elegance of life in the South years ago. Décor could include beautiful additions like faded wooden furniture, vintage table settings, and pitchers of chilled lemonade in front of every seat. A slightly off-white gown is the perfect bridal attire, and lace accents or satin fabrics are a nice throwback to the upscale fashions of the early 20th century.

Post-War Glamor

One of the most popular retro styles in modern fashion is the look that was common at the end of World War II. Showcasing the boxy, military styles of the era, many dresses come with defined shoulders, puffed sleeves, ruching on the bodice, satin or tulle materials, and a natural fall of the skirt from a waistline that is set slightly above the natural one. The dresses were often an ivory or a shiny white. The rest of the wedding party could be encouraged to wear clothing from the late 40s, and a large band playing swing music would be a good way to tie the theme together cohesively.

Anyone who wants to create a themed wedding with a nod to the past should consider a vintage dress for the ultimate way to stand out. With a style in mind, it's easy to organize the color scheme, clothing and design of the event and ensure that everyone looks the part, whether with actual vintage dresses, or retro-inspired outfits.

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The Top 5 Facial Hairstyles for Men

Just as there are many different hairstyles for men, there are also different facial hairstyles that men can use to try and change their appearance for a fresh and modern look. Current facial hair trends are easily achieved when using Braun shavers, which are an economical and efficient way to take care of any and all self-grooming needs.

The Five O'clock Shadow

For a casual, sexy or sporty demeanor, nothing beats the five o'clock shadow. Any type of shaver can achieve this look -- all a man has to do is shave every other day so as to achieve the desired length of stubble. For men whose facial hair grows quickly, shaving the night before allows just enough stubble growth for the five o'clock shadow to appear overnight.

Short Beard

Take advantage of the precision of a Braun shaver and create a shaped short beard that features the angles of the face for a polished look. The short beard can be pulled off by nearly any man, from the professional banker to an aspiring musician, who can maintain this appearance with Braun's convenient on-the-go power adapters and accessories for travel.

Circle Beard

Call it mustache-meets-goatee-meets-soul patch or a singular goatee or circle beard. No matter what the preferred term, this look connects the goatee with the mustache and a small patch of beard directly below the bottom lip, while the rest of the face is shaven. This feature is symmetrical and will put any man's face in harmony with today's style.

Soul Patch

The soul patch is just a small bit of hair just underneath the lower lip. This artsy look was inspired by jazz musicians of the 1950s, yet is regaining popularity and coming back stronger than ever.

Sideburns

Men looking for the ideal facial hairstyle should consider a polished appearance for their sideburns. The hottest looks in 2013 for sideburns are short or neatly trimmed. One can grow these long enough to meet up with other facial hair for a way to enhance a rectangular face shape.

There is no end to the different facial hair styles that Braun shaver parts can achieve. A man can change his look from one week to the next using all of the different parts and accessories for each model of shaver. When it comes to achieving the best facial hair, men are only limited by their imaginations.

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A Modern Woman's Guide to Vintage Clothing

Vintage clothing is a worldwide phenomenon. Many collectors go out of their way to acquire stylish retro garments and modern enthusiasts search out thrift stores and specialty boutiques for unique and affordable pieces to wear. Some museums even have programs and exhibits dedicated exclusively to vintage clothing.

What is vintage clothing?

"Vintage" is a euphemism. Vintage could easily be replaced by words like "old," "used," and "second-hand"; however, the word "vintage" has an aura of sophistication. Most aficionados go by the 30-year rule: in order for a piece to be considered vintage, it should be at least 30-years-old and anything younger than that is simply second-hand clothing. Clothing predating the 1940s is commonly considered antique.

Vintage clothing should be in good and wearable condition and people looking for these styles should avoid pieces that have missing elements, holes, and stains, unless they are minor and easy to hide or fix. If the garment had a label, then it should be original.

Styling vintage pieces

Part of the appeal of retro garments is their versatility. The pieces can easily be dressed up or down, and when styled correctly, can be staples of any wardrobe.

People should always stick to their personal style, no matter how pretty or interesting a piece is. The wearer wears the clothing, not the other way around, so if a piece isn't something that one would normally wear, they shouldn't buy it.

Wearing vintage is not an excuse to dress up in costume. While, it's tempting to try to pair old-fashioned clothes with their contemporary accessories, it should be avoided. A good way to avoid looking gimmicky is to not wear vintage from head to toe.

Wearers should always pick one retro piece as the focal point of the look.

Layering vintage and modern styles is an easy way to look chic.

Taking an old-fashioned item to a tailor or seamstress is an easy way to update your look. Bringing in the waist, shortening the length and removing archaic elements, such as shoulder pads, can modernize the clothing. These alterations also bring out the curves of the wearer.

People shouldn't be afraid to separate pieces when they can and need to. A vintage suit might look frumpy by today's standards, but the suit jacket with a simple tee shirt and jeans is instantly stylish.

Vintage is not going anywhere: more and more big and small-time designers are adapting old looks to the new era. Investing in retro pieces not only makes fashion sense, it can also make economic and environmental sense, as some vintage can be quite a steal and reusing materials always helps the environment. Some of these pieces are heavily modified, or upcycled, and sometimes even incorporated into complex, structured pieces. With some chic vintage clothing in the wardrobe, people can sport a distinctive fashion sense that is both eye-catching and trendy.

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Pins and Politics

During election season, especially during a presidential election, the passions of those involved become extremely intense, bubbling over into supporters’ everyday lives. Bumper stickers adorn cars, yard signs are embedded in the grass, and there’s no end to the graphic memes that pop up on Facebook and Twitter pages. When appropriate, such as during political conventions, even these prevalent items are not big enough, and many attendees will put on elaborate outfits, from hats to shoelaces, that leave no doubt in anyone’s mind who they are voting for. Each level has its place. But one thing that’s at home in any setting, at home, at work, at conventions and at a party, are pins.

The benefit to using pins when trying to get your point across, regardless of whether it’s for political reasons or not, is their versatility combined with their ability to fit in anywhere. Pins can be worn on clothing every day, are sturdy and durable when it comes to the elements, and that means they can go with you everywhere, unlike your yard signs or bumper stickers, which stay in at home or in the parking lot. Another benefit to using pins is customizing them for unique events, or to connect a group of voters with a particular candidate. So your pins can go from “vote republican” to “Asian-Americans vote republican”. This allows people to tap into both their personal identity as well as their political leanings, and will get more attention. Creating a dual purpose pin like this also makes them more desirable for various groups, and thus more lucrative.

Pins can be worn to work, out on the weekends, day in and day out. Outrageous outfits, while appreciated at political conventions and other gatherings of devoted citizens, cannot be worn to the movies, grocery shopping, or to the office necessarily. But pieces like pins fit in just as well on a suit jacket as they do on a vest crammed full of patriotic paraphernalia. So when it comes to getting the most bang for your buck, pins surpass all other adornments in regards to versatility.

As with every election, all sorts of outrageous items are thought up and worn by supporters from hats to suspenders, from ties to crazy glasses. And while they all have their place in the process, pins are one of the only items that fit in everywhere and make a statement 24-7. Whoever you vote for, pins can help you share your passion.

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Mizani Hair Products Offer One-of-a-Kind Care

Mizani hair products are state-of-the-art in hair care for people of African-American or mixed ethnicity. Pioneered by Soft Sheen and Redken Laboratories, two of the most respected names in the field, these products are especially formulated for tight-curled hair with oval or flat cells that are easily damaged by chemical or physical stress. Mizani offers new life for hair that may have appeared dull and lifeless when treated with other products and the result is a return to the hair's original health and beauty.

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The Famous River Walk is Just One of Many Reasons to Visit San Antonio!

Many tourists and locals visit the River Walk regularly because they want to enjoy the unusual metropolitan haven that is located along the San Antonio River.

Essential Tools for Gourmet Cooking

Eating well is one of life’s pleasures and having the proper tools to cook delicious meals removes a lot of the work involved. A Kitchenaid food processor is one of those tools and with the right parts and attachments, it can reduce the time and labor involved in gourmet cooking.

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Setting up your Yard Sale

Having a yard sale can be a challenging, yet incredibly rewarding experience. While it’s easy to cling to items of our past, getting rid of the clutter can give us a fresh start and a cleaner and more organized house.

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Smart Healthcare: How to Prevent Waste and Money

Traditionally, when a doctor prescribes a medication, the prescription is for a supply of 30 days or more. Some pharmacies even give discounts if a 60 or 90 day supply is prescribed. This can result in substantial waste, particularly for patients in long-term care facilities (LTC). The doctor may decide to change the medication within just a few days. A patient may be discharged from the facility before needing the entire amount of medication prescribed or the patient may even die.

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