Archive for the ‘Outerwear’ Category

Autumn Fashion Accessory Trend 2009 – Wrist Cuffs

wrist-cuffsWrist cuffs are up and coming as one of the most popular accessories that are being shown from the runway to department stores and on the shelves of your favorite store. Cuffs make a statement and are available at a variety of pricing points, as they are available in multiple types of materials. They look great with a sleeveless shirt and can provide you with a little something extra to dress up the jeans and t-shirt look and can even be matched with a dress.

Where should you search for cuffs? Consider looking at your favorite designer if you feel like splurging on an accessory that will bring you right through the summer months. Cuffs are a great way to make a statement with any outfit and should be included as one of the “must haves” for spring.  If you feel like going for quantity, rather than quality – there are many discount department stores and outlet stores as well as costume jewelry chains that offer cuffs for a fraction of the price.

If you have chosen to buy a run of the mill cuff consider making changes and adjustments to see how you can make this run of the mill cuff a custom piece.

One of the hottest recent trends is clear Lucite cuffs that are created to be translucent and then use other metals to create designs on the cuff. Leather cuffs are growing in popularity and are available in a variety of types and a variety of colors. Search for a cuff that speaks to you, this will become an integral part of the accessory wardrobe, as cuffs seem to grow in popularity from season to season.

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Fur Is Out Faux Is In

fauxFur for fashion is rapidly declining as more people are becoming aware of the environment and the importance of using animals less. Fur is usually looked down upon, especially by animal rights activists, but it was once seen as a status symbol. Scales, feathers, leather, and furs are declining in popularity and being replaced by faux versions that are friendly to the environment and yet allow you to find your inner fashionista.

The faux versions are even being created out of recycled materials and are recyclable, while real versions are not. Faux versions also take less time to create and treat. Fashion with a conscious is becoming more popular as more people want a piece of the eco-fashion that has sparked worldwide interest.

There are more options available to consumers that are seeking to make a fashion statement when it comes to faux fur and other animal products. Using faux fur can allow the shopper to save hundreds and even thousands of dollars on an ensemble – which means that you can end up buying more.

Fur hurts the animals that are slaughtered for it, and fashion only benefits for a short period of time. Avoiding real animal products can lower CO2 emissions, and save plenty of animal’s lives each year. Fashion shouldn’t be painful for you or the animal, which is why faux furs will always be in high style.

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