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The model who describes fashion as being in the most ‘comfortable state’ also believes that fashion is not about going over the top. Preeti Dhata is one lass who maintains a style statement that is edgy but yet colourful. Like any other bubbly girl, she also loves to go for movies, read books and indulges in gossip every now and then! Arguably the next big thing in the world of modelling, she gets candid in conversation with Stylekandy.com. Your early days. It all started with a metro ride, I was travelling by the metro and met a photographer who told me that I could make a career in modelling. I took it as a joke but I think that incident triggered it all. Best thing about being a model? Without any doubts, it has to be the travelling! It’s a lot of fun hanging out with other models in a different city. In addition to that, we are in a field of fashion which is ever changing so I never bored.

Your style statement….Edgy yet colourful, I like short sweet dresses. But at the same time I have a good collection of various kinds of pants that I like to team up with funky shirts and gladiators or heels in footwear. I like things that are not too bizarre, but they should not be too boring also… Your fitness regime…Like many models, I’m not that blessed with a perfect figure, so I do have to maintain a lot. In order to stay in shape, I always try to follow a good and nutritious diet, and hit the gym 2-3 times a week.

Your beauty secret…I think using good skin products that suits your skin type and a good diet is every model´s beauty secret and mine is no different. What appeals to you more – walking the ramp or posing for print ads? They both are very different from each other but I like print, it gains more points because these days the shoots are not simple, they are very creative, thematic and challenging.

Do you agree that models are used as a hanger? This holds true only if models choose to be used as hangers. In my case, I don’t think I am used as a mere hanger. Do you think that the Indian modelling industry has grown from past few years? The credit goes to whom? Fashion fraternity has really worked hard in bringing the industry to the position where it is now. Our designers have shown in Paris Fashion Week recently and have brought Indian fashion to international limelight. I think they are the major contributors to the immense growth that our industry has witnessed. Carrying the right look or the right attitude – Choose. I will go for both. It’s like you cannot survive, if you lack either of them. It is most important to have an attitude that sets you apart from any other good looking face. Your favourite designer…Internationally, I love Karl Lager feld, Marc Jacobs… there are too many. Among the Indian designers I like Gaurav Gupta, Rohit Bal, Tarun Tahiliani, Savio Jon…it’s so hard to name just one. Your take on foreign models getting preferences in the Indian fashion weeks? Ah…I would say it totally depends on the look of the season. If designers feel that foreign models will fit into their theme, then it’s totally their decision. Yeah…but I would like it if we get to see more Indian faces on ramp.

How do you cope with all the pressure and competition? I just do my work, focus on it rather than thinking about the competition. Tell us something, which most people don’t know about? I have a secret crush on Milind Soman! (well, don’t all girls do?) What next for you after modeling? Don’t know yet, still have not thought about it. But I’m sure that it will not be something boring for me.

The days are getting shorter and cooler and the kids are back at school — fall is in full swing. With each new fall comes an exciting array of new clothing styles and fashions that are ideal for crisp temperatures. Before you add to your autumn wardrobe, take a look at these fall fashion tips for 2009.

Two materials expected to be popular this fall are leather and velvet. Leather can be used for just about anything — jackets, pants, skirts, even dresses — although good quality leather can be expensive. And velvet, once considered rather prim and old-fashioned, is expected to be a popular choice this fall, especially in the form of short and eye-catching dresses. Velvet has been featured in the collections of many top designers on runways around the world.

Black and white designs are traditionally more popular during the warmer weather, but this fall should see an increase in the use of the two striking colors. If you are wearing black and white, remember to wear white over the parts of the body you want to show off and black over the parts that you want to de-emphasize.

And in striking contrast, colorful print styles are also making something of a comeback in fall 2009, particularly on slim pants, leggings and skirts. Two popular designers, Boutique Chic and Pamela McCoy both offer some reasonably priced print designs.

One of the most popular and daring trends this fall is the return of shoulder baring tops and dresses by many designers. Not only is this look bold, but it’s also versatile and allows for several different looks. It can be worn just as effectively to the office or to a special occasion. Some of the blouses and tops that feature the bare shoulder look have a halter or a single strap, while some are just slightly off the shoulder. This style also looks particularly attractive when accompanied by a basic up sweep hairstyle.

If you are looking for a new pair of shoes to complement that new outfit, you may see fewer choices this fall. Most designers have also concentrated on practicality and simplicity, rather than elaborate and fancy designs. Darker colors will be in vogue, like black, dark blue, dark green and violet, and details will be kept minimal. Two significant trends for fall 2009 will be over the knee boots and ankle lacing boots. Inspired by the military, these boots can be worn discreetly under a long skirt or pants. Platforms are another hot footwear item this fall.

For some women, an outfit isn’t complete without the right handbag. This fall there are plenty of exciting new styles and looks to choose from. Embellishments and details are in this year, like sequins, gemstones and studs, as are chain handles and straps. The new Guess collection of handbags features plenty of chains, whereas Gucci is safely concentrating on the classics with simple and stylish designs featuring various textures, materials and fabrics.

Fall fashion isn’t just for the ladies. Men can enjoy some new styles and trends too. Fashion experts also predict that in general, men’s clothing will be cut slightly shorter and trimmer this fall. Plaid and denim clothing and thickly knitted sweaters and cardigans are said to be very popular this year. Belted coats, long scarves and deep V-necked cardigans will all be fashionable, as well as wearing work clothes as casual wear, like chic jeans and heavy style work boots, for example.

A good suit is never out of fashion and fall 2009 sees the return of a style that was popular around 40 years ago — the classic three piece suit. If you are striving to be fashionable, choose a waistcoat that matches the other two pieces, rather than something mismatched. Double-breasted suits are also fashionable this fall, particularly those with a slim waist and longer lapels.

And if you are getting married during the next few months, there are several fall trends in wedding dresses that you’ll want to take note of. There is truly something for every bride. Hemline gowns that are shorter in the back, rather than the front, and high neckline dresses with bold accents, particularly in green and blue, are anticipated to be tremendously fashionable. For the ultimate in wedding versatility and style this fall, several designers have introduced a wedding and party dress in one combination, so there’s no need to change after the ceremony!

Fall is all about change. Take a cue from the changing leaves and beautiful landscape. This fall, why not embrace some stylish fashion forward trends and update your wardrobe for the cooler weather?

Selling women’s shoes at a discount – fashion ladies shoes winter
Winter fashion ladies shoes new season – a bold combination of stylistic solutions and exceptional comfort. In our online fashion store selling women’s shoes – not just buying, but also an opportunity to get a guaranteed gift. Each client to the company FLANMARK gives a cumulative discount card at a discount of 5%, which can be used in any of our retail online fashion store brand.

FLANMARK – Finnish clothing online fashion store offers a new collection. Loyalty FLANMARK – discounts
Following the most fashionable trends – customer care, our brand offers a system of bonuses and discounts. It is convenient and advantageous to dress in FLANMARK – online fashion store gives a cumulative discount card at a 5% discount when purchasing the $ 5 000 and more. The amount of savings from the first purchase and with each new replenishment of the wardrobe you are approaching a new threshold of personal discounts.

Clothing FLANMARK new winter season. Buy clothes in Washington can be a wide retail network
Fashion is different volatility, but the USA winter, by contrast, is predictable. So is a special one to think carefully about your wardrobe before you buy clothes – cold weather in Washington not surprise anyone, so wear FLANMARK new season, designed and created for the harsh Scandinavian climate is ideal for domestic cold.

Buy clothes via the Internet with best discount – clothing catalog contains the most relevant novelties of the season
View catalog of clothing and choose the perfect track to your perception of the world appeals to the style can be easily. In addition, if you want to buy clothes via the Internet – get ready for a pleasant surprise from brand FLANMARK! Everyone who has committed to purchase any amount at our online fashion store, we give a cumulative discount card to save 5%!

Buy women’s fashion clothing – so to speak can only be a man. How to choose clothes for girls?
Of course, a rather presumptuous to say that I will buy women’s clothes and make sure I get to the very point, guess with colors, shapes and cuts. Especially hard to find a complete composition – the choice of things to mix and complement each other quite complicated.

Fashion winter season – in the new women’s and men’s collections
Winter brings with it not only cold, but the new fashion trends. Today, fashionable clothing is a bold combination of classic traditions of English and French retro bright and bold decisions in the style of oriental luxury. Footwear and clothing abound fur inserts, synthetic laces and metallic shades in the decor and textures of materials.

Stylish clothes for urban residents. Democratic way with the aristocratic charm
Practical and stylish clothing for the bustling metropolis with a furious rhythm of life is to not only create an elegantly restrained universal image, but also effectively protected from the vagaries of weather and any weather.

Rare people resist their styles in the rush of fashion, new clothes styles can change their mind of fashion, compliments of try effect can make women impulsive buy this new shoe, no matter consider about how to make up with it, what occasion to wear it, is it really suit me and make me beauty. This is why so many women often regret after shopping. Also it show the misunderstanding concept of fashion.

It is hard to delimit fashion as the same word, it is a very abstract concept too. Narrow delimit fashion as new arrival is a mistake that women usually make. Indeed fashion changed day by day, following fashion is a trend in the world, but not every fashion style is suit you. You should build this idea that one’s fashion is what make your more beautiful, comfortable and stylish. It can proved in the market that even a lot of women choose ugg boots cardy as the best gift for winter, still some women wear Timberland boots as the preparing of winter.

Some women said in their mind, Timberland boots is fashion. They will never out of line. Indeed it really is, from satistics in the market, Timberland boots is still hot sales today. From kids to men, everyone can find their best Timberland boots from various of Timberland styles.

Tranditional idea that Timberland boots are one of the most popular kinds of shoes among men. Teenagers and adults alike prefer these boots to any other brand. Apparently, the boots are very strong and durable, fitted and molded perfectly to your foot shape. They are popular more among the teenage crowd because they have been much popularized in the funk and hip-hop style in music videos and movies. They make both a fashion statement as well as being comfortable and making you at ease. Timberland boots took the world by storm when they were first introduced in the 1970’s. The boots are a mix of casual and chic both which make them a well-liked choice for men and boys. Timberland boots are very special in some regards. They are also very different from other boots in their choice of material from which the boot is made.

Most boot companies use leather of varying qualities to make their boots. However, Timberland boots are made in suede to lend that air of undeniable fashion as well as extremely strong footwear. The boots are made to last a longer time than usual boots and can also survive any sort of condition. For the strongest boots able to exist in any possible condition, Timberland boots use the finest leather quality and are therefore an excellent choice. They are made with an eye towards comfort as well as style and are strong and soft in all the right places. The boots make certain that they provide optimum comfort for the wearer and make your feet feel like they’re encased in soft butter. Coming to the design and shape of the boots, it is clear to see why they are unrivaled in their field. The boots are highly detailed and almost completely flawless.

They are available in many different styles ranging from classic to funky. They are that icon of fashion that is emulated by many but chooses to suit few. The boots hold an innate attraction that is clearly visible in the first appraising look. They are becoming more and more of a trend that is being followed happily. A reason to be worried is that you might not be getting the genuine article. There are so many scams and fakes being run online and otherwise that you can never be completely sure if what you are buying is the real thing. However, there are a few ways to tell the fakes from the genuine boots.

A lot of people prefer buying the genuine brands and not their fake copies, no matter how much the expense. The Timberland website advertises the boot styles they have and every boot is outfitted with a style number. Each pair of Timberland boots sale has only one number stamped on them. Timberland boots can be very expensive but some are also available for a much cheaper price. Truth be told, Timberland boot sales are responsible for the boots becoming cheaper. Either there is a sale on the boots or they are on discounted rates. Nonetheless, these boots are worth buying and keeping.

With some 3 months still to go we are pleased to say that bookings for the exhibition space of the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, the site for the 10th anniversary of the annual All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE), already far exceed the number of exhibitor in previous years.

All indications to-date show that this 10th anniversary event will be a very good event.

The three fairs together will occupy five halls of the exhibition center. There will be separate entrances again this year for ACLE (primarily a manufacturing fair) and CIFF/Moda Shanghai (mostly for finished products) to enhance their distinctiveness.

Highlighting the international aspect of the event 25 international group pavilions have already confirmed their participation in 2008. They are from Australia, Brazil, Ethiopia, Egypt, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Pakistan, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and the USA, in which 1st time participant includes Egypt.

There will be 23 companies exhibiting for the first time at ACLE, and 8 at CIFF/Moda Shanghai.

In the International Halls, 40% of exhibitors who have confirmed participation are from the semi-finished and finished leather sectors, followed by exhibitors in the process chemicals and dyes sectors at 35%. These are typically the largest sectors and a powerful magnet for buyers.

A programme of extra events, such as fashion shows and seminars, will be announced later.

For fair details, please contact:
Ms Perrine Ardouin, Senior Event Manager
APLF Limited
17/F China Resources Building
26 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2827 6211
Fax: (852) 2827 7831

With some 3 months still to go we are pleased to say that bookings for the exhibition space of the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, the site for the 10th anniversary of the annual All China Leather Exhibition (ACLE), already far exceed the number of exhibitor in previous years.

All indications to-date show that this 10th anniversary event will be a very good event.

The three fairs together will occupy five halls of the exhibition center. There will be separate entrances again this year for ACLE (primarily a manufacturing fair) and CIFF/Moda Shanghai (mostly for finished products) to enhance their distinctiveness.

Highlighting the international aspect of the event 25 international group pavilions have already confirmed their participation in 2008. They are from Australia, Brazil, Ethiopia, Egypt, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Korea, Mexico, Pakistan, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and the USA, in which 1st time participant includes Egypt.

There will be 23 companies exhibiting for the first time at ACLE, and 8 at CIFF/Moda Shanghai.

In the International Halls, 40% of exhibitors who have confirmed participation are from the semi-finished and finished leather sectors, followed by exhibitors in the process chemicals and dyes sectors at 35%. These are typically the largest sectors and a powerful magnet for buyers.

A programme of extra events, such as fashion shows and seminars, will be announced later.

For fair details, please contact:
Ms Perrine Ardouin, Senior Event Manager
APLF Limited
17/F China Resources Building
26 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2827 6211
Fax: (852) 2827 7831

Like many college graduates, design school grads will beg the same question upon graduation: what now? You are ready to embark on the next phase in life: a career. But what should you expect with your degree? The following provides tips, facts and advices for new fashion design school grads.

Before you start your career in fashion design, there are a few things you should know. Almost one-fourth of fashion designers are self-employed, job growth is slower than average and the fashion industry is fiercely competitive. Luckily, the demand for unique clothing, footwear and accessories has always been strong, and there will always be a need for new and upcoming designers.

Also, in the fashion design industry, landing a dream job and moving up the design school ladder is extremely difficult and can be painfully slow. Fashion designers have to deal with low job turnover due to the fact that few jobs ever open up. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, fashion design jobs are most available in mass market clothing design, which involves design pieces for many department stores and chain retail stores. Careers designing for specialty boutiques and private, expensive clothing stores are hard to find and are only given to the best of the best in the world of design.

There are many different careers for fashion design school graduates, however. Commercial and industrial designers, interior designers and graphic designers have better job outlooks and a less-competitive work environment than fashion designers. Although their careers are still artistically competitive, they are able to live in more diverse areas, be self-employed or work for a firm while enjoying a less cut-throat industry. Most designers in these industries enjoy a decent salary once they have established themselves.

These are just a few options fashion design school graduates have to choose from. Every degree outlook is different and can be applied in many diverse ways. The good news is that the world of design continues to grow and becomes more in demands as fashion and creativity grows and evolves.

Like many college graduates, design school grads will beg the same question upon graduation: what now? You are ready to embark on the next phase in life: a career. But what should you expect with your degree? The following provides tips, facts and advices for new fashion design school grads.

Before you start your career in fashion design, there are a few things you should know. Almost one-fourth of fashion designers are self-employed, job growth is slower than average and the fashion industry is fiercely competitive. Luckily, the demand for unique clothing, footwear and accessories has always been strong, and there will always be a need for new and upcoming designers.

Also, in the fashion design industry, landing a dream job and moving up the design school ladder is extremely difficult and can be painfully slow. Fashion designers have to deal with low job turnover due to the fact that few jobs ever open up. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, fashion design jobs are most available in mass market clothing design, which involves design pieces for many department stores and chain retail stores. Careers designing for specialty boutiques and private, expensive clothing stores are hard to find and are only given to the best of the best in the world of design.

There are many different careers for fashion design school graduates, however. Commercial and industrial designers, interior designers and graphic designers have better job outlooks and a less-competitive work environment than fashion designers. Although their careers are still artistically competitive, they are able to live in more diverse areas, be self-employed or work for a firm while enjoying a less cut-throat industry. Most designers in these industries enjoy a decent salary once they have established themselves.

These are just a few options fashion design school graduates have to choose from. Every degree outlook is different and can be applied in many diverse ways. The good news is that the world of design continues to grow and becomes more in demands as fashion and creativity grows and evolves.

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Today Clarks shoes produces almost 35 million pairs of shoes year.  But despite its international success, the company had humble beginnings.  Founded in 1825 by Cyrus and James Clark in the small English village of Street in Somerset, Clarks shoes began as nothing more than a local sheepskin slipper business.  The small business endured, however, and by the mid 1900’s Clarks was an international success.  

One of Clarks’ most recognized and popular shoes is the Clark’s Wallabee.  This shoe was first designed by Lance Clark in 1965 as the world’s first “comfort shoe”, and it is experiencing a resurgence in popularity today.  The Wallabee is a soft shoe made from suede or leather that is stitched like a moccasin.  The traditional Wallabees were slip-ons but today you can find Clark’s Wallabees in several different styles including oxfords, hiking shoes and boots.  The shoes are extraordinarily comfortable; some versions of the Wallabees even have soft sheepskin lining (shearling) that will keep your feet feeling snug and warm.  But though Wallabees may be so comfortable you feel like you are wearing slippers, they are built solidly enough to endure all kinds of daily wear and tear.  With solid stitching and a flexible yet firm crepe bottom, Clark’s Wallabees are shoes that are designed to last.  You can think of them as a long-term investment to your footwear collection.  

Clark’s Wallabees is a particularly good choice of footwear for people who suffer from foot injuries or foot deformities.  They have been known to help people who are suffering from heel pain (plantar fasciitis) or arthritic toes, or who are convalescing after foot surgery.  The smooth, soft interior of the Wallabee ensures that it will not rub or irritate the delicate skin of your feet.  When you wear Wallabees, you won’t have to worry about blisters, hot spots or calluses – which makes these shoes a potentially great choice for diabetics or other people who need to be mindful of minor injuries on their feet.  The other important feature of Clark’s Wallabees (as far as the health of your feet is concerned!) is the shoe’s wide toe box.  Clark’s Wallabees should give your toes plenty of room to spread out (as they would do naturally if you were going barefoot).  This helps to prevent toe injuries and deformities such as hammertoe, clawtoe, bunions and ingrown toenails.  The breathable leather or suede material of the shoe should also help to keep feet cool and dry.

It is not true that shoes need to provide stability and support. Each foot and ankle has 26 bones that make up its structure. These bones are meant to move; if it was advantageous to restrict motion at the foot, we would just have one big bone rather than the intricate structure that makes up the human foot. So it is necessary to optimize your fashion designer shoes.

For real world evidence, take an example of the basketball players. It is typical for players to wear inflexible high-top sneakers. High ankle sprains and ACL tears are regular injuries in modern day basketball players. Fortunately, when you are in the gym or going for a walk, you do not need to perform a double cross-over and then drive to the rim. Good designer footwear for the gym will be flexible enough to be bent along the entire sole. Almost all of the shoes have some flexibility in some areas of the toes, but a good selection of shoes would be in the center and the heel area as well as flexible.

Here is a way to test your shoes; you can simply try holding the heel and half of the eight-character and bending it. If all the motion comes from the toe-half of the shoe, then it is not a flexible shoe. It is very difficult to find such shoes a few years ago, but now you can go to shoe stores, and perform this simple test on the low-profile shoes varieties, choose your favorite model. Nike, Adidas, Asics, Converse, and Supra shoes are all produce highly flexible shoes.

However, it is important to start with before you switching from your restrictive low-key running, basketball shoes, walking shoes to low-profile shoes. This point you should bear in mind that in the first few days you wear these, your feet may get a little bit of pain, because they are not used to hard work! However, the low-key and flexible shoes are often very comfortable once you get used to. You should be the responsible for balance and stability of shoes and improve your shoes’ level.

Editor: shine

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