Why Long Prom Dresses Remain a Favorite with Women across Age Groups

Visual media, especially
television has created many myths regarding proms like they have in many other
aspects of our lives. The impact has been so much so that most young women relate
to proms with
overtly expressive romantic gestures, big proposals and even
losing their virginity!But again if you were to solely believe in television
and movies, they would make you believe United Kingdom is all about royalty,
France about fashion and United States about playboys! The truth is proms are
more about expressing your style quotient than anything else. When it comes to
making choice of a prom outfit it all narrows down to long dress versus the
short ones. If few minutes of reel have captured your imagination you wouldn’t
like looking beyond short and skimpy prom dresses. If however you are more
balanced about your opinion you would realize the fact that nothing quite
matches the style and class of long prom dresses.

prom dresses

Over the last many decades prom
dresses have evolved and while in the 40s long dresses with booming cleavage
were popular by the 1950s full skirted sizes became popular. While there has
been a change in the styles and fabrics used over the last many decades, the
popularity of long prom dresses has never faded. They remain popular with women
across age groups and many of them wouldn’t trade their long dresses for
anything else. As a testimony to their popularity you would find most of the
top designers in the world showcase their styles with long prom dresses with
very few of them offering you the same amount of choice with short dresses. Let
us try and find out the reason behind this overwhelming popularity and why
opting for a long prom dress would be a great choice.

Long
Isn’t Boring         
Long doesn’t
mean boring and you have to get over this myth which is again a result of
misleading visual media. Quite often we tend to associate long dresses with
conservative bent of mind. But if we were to apply the same logic to the darker
sex, men should take part in proms wearing shorts! 

They
Look Elegant…
   
While some would say you need to steal the show at the event, there is also a
negative connotation to this! If people are to talk about your outfit at an
event it is better that the talk be positive. Without an iota of doubt long
prom dresses look elegant. There is a sense of class attached to them which you
wouldn’t find the shorter variety of the dresses. They are considered apt for
any formal occasion.


Limitless
options…
     
If you have every shopped for short dresses for a prom you would realize that
almost all of them look the same and there is little variety you have to choose
from. With longer dresses you would almost have limitless options to choose
from. From different types of fabrics, styles and designs you will find
yourself soaked in so many options. One of the reasons being there is so much
to experiment with the style and design in long prom dresses.

The
Bare Backs
  
If you thought flaunting your skin wasn’t possible with long dresses you need
to think again. In the recent years we are witnessing an overwhelming bent
towards dresses that come with open backs. This just fits perfectly with a hemline
that is longer towards the bottom.  Short
dresses can only be revealing while longer ones let you portray a more
sophisticated look at any event.

Proms are special events where
you would want to create the perfect fashion statement. There is nothing that
comes close to long dresses when you want to raise eyebrows.

About
the Author
: Jane Wang is
a fashion designer who has worked on several long prom dresses in the last few
years. She always creates the perfect blend between design and style which are
elegant and contemporary at the same time. 

Why Long Prom Dresses Remain a Favorite with Women across Age Groups

Visual media, especially
television has created many myths regarding proms like they have in many other
aspects of our lives. The impact has been so much so that most young women relate
to proms with
overtly expressive romantic gestures, big proposals and even
losing their virginity!But again if you were to solely believe in television
and movies, they would make you believe United Kingdom is all about royalty,
France about fashion and United States about playboys! The truth is proms are
more about expressing your style quotient than anything else. When it comes to
making choice of a prom outfit it all narrows down to long dress versus the
short ones. If few minutes of reel have captured your imagination you wouldn’t
like looking beyond short and skimpy prom dresses. If however you are more
balanced about your opinion you would realize the fact that nothing quite
matches the style and class of long prom dresses.

Over the last many decades prom
dresses have evolved and while in the 40s long dresses with booming cleavage
were popular by the 1950s full skirted sizes became popular. While there has
been a change in the styles and fabrics used over the last many decades, the
popularity of long prom dresses has never faded. They remain popular with women
across age groups and many of them wouldn’t trade their long dresses for
anything else. As a testimony to their popularity you would find most of the
top designers in the world showcase their styles with long prom dresses with
very few of them offering you the same amount of choice with short dresses. Let
us try and find out the reason behind this overwhelming popularity and why
opting for a long prom dress would be a great choice.

Long
Isn’t Boring         
Long doesn’t
mean boring and you have to get over this myth which is again a result of
misleading visual media. Quite often we tend to associate long dresses with
conservative bent of mind. But if we were to apply the same logic to the darker
sex, men should take part in proms wearing shorts! 

They
Look Elegant…
   
While some would say you need to steal the show at the event, there is also a
negative connotation to this! If people are to talk about your outfit at an
event it is better that the talk be positive. Without an iota of doubt long
prom dresses look elegant. There is a sense of class attached to them which you
wouldn’t find the shorter variety of the dresses. They are considered apt for
any formal occasion.


Limitless
options…
     
If you have every shopped for short dresses for a prom you would realize that
almost all of them look the same and there is little variety you have to choose
from. With longer dresses you would almost have limitless options to choose
from. From different types of fabrics, styles and designs you will find
yourself soaked in so many options. One of the reasons being there is so much
to experiment with the style and design in long prom dresses.

The
Bare Backs
  
If you thought flaunting your skin wasn’t possible with long dresses you need
to think again. In the recent years we are witnessing an overwhelming bent
towards dresses that come with open backs. This just fits perfectly with a hemline
that is longer towards the bottom.  Short
dresses can only be revealing while longer ones let you portray a more
sophisticated look at any event.

Proms are special events where
you would want to create the perfect fashion statement. There is nothing that
comes close to long dresses when you want to raise eyebrows.

About
the Author
: Jane Wang is
a fashion designer who has worked on several long prom dresses in the last few
years. She always creates the perfect blend between design and style which are
elegant and contemporary at the same time. 

Ivory is 2017’s New Black – Best 5 Designer Indo Western Dresses that Should Be in Your Closet

How many of you think, “Being Different” is your personal style
tagline? I am sure we all have this thought running on and on, while endearing
fashion trends for our closets. Black is a perfectly fitting color for any of
your night parties. But at some point of time, you seem to get lost in the
crowd as everyone around are also flaunting their favorite LBD.

So adorn my new glam fashion mantra, if you don’t want to get lost
in the crowd. All you need to say is “Ivory is 2017’s New Black” sweethearts!
Experiment with the palettes of white and endure the flamboyance it requires to
flaunt. Here a classic list of the top 5 pearly designer indo western dresses
which are sure to steal your heart away.

·       
Tisha Saksena’s Indo Western Dresses
This exquisite and pristine Ivory Draper zardosi motifs indo
western dress is a must have if you are a fashion revivalist. Be fashion
fabulous as your adorn this elegant apparel. This designer indo western wear is
going to make you the vintage favourite of the entire party.


This indo western dress is created with an empire cut zardosi
embroidered kurta based on antique raw silk. Fuse these up with your evergreen
nude pumps and junky gold accessories.

·         Sonaakshi Raaj’s Indo Western Dresses
Bring back Bohemian fashion home this New Year! This charming
designer indo western dress is a suit up to kill. This is a chic boho with a desi
twist. This pearl white harem pants clubbed with heavy zari and bead embroidery
is a great club on for donning this fashion treasure look. Club this fashion
piece with sparkly felt kitten heels and big traditional jhumkas.



·       
Rahul Mishra’s Indo Western Dresses
Be glamour personified with this floor length front zip up white
hand embroidered indo western dress. This is one designer indo western dress which
is a perfect amalgamation of cultures both international & traditional that
is sure to steal your heart away. This beauty fashion piece is a perfect layout
of floral paisley embroidery on a kimono style floor length English bodycon
gown version.



The sheer panelled gives this outfit a classic unique look; in
which you can flaunt your glamour at your elite socialite dinner sit up.  

Rishi & Soujit Indo Western Dresses
Become a glam diva with this swanky asymmetrical jacket style indo
western dress by Rishi & Soujit. This fashion apparel is not only elegant
but also has a royal swagger. This floor length banarasi brocade base and
tussar floor length skirt. This asymmetrical indo western dress has exquisite floral
sequin embroidery is an exclusive for your fashion commitments this year.



Pair up this dainty goddess like attire with a magnificent
traditional bun up hairdo with big shimmery contemporary danglers and a Prada
clutch.

·       
Payal Pratap’s Indo Western Dresses
Indo Western
Dresses
are a rage
in the fashion town this year. So you wish to be different? So, try out this
graceful cream white net jacquard jacket style indo western dress by Payal
Pratap. Royalty is bound to reflect in your demeanour once you adorn this
ornate white fashion apparel.  



Pair this elite indo western dress with symmetrical colour match
accessories to shine out your flamboyance in the most simplistic manner. Beige
and gold colors look most splendid with whites and cream palettes.

Concluding Remarks –
This 2017 become fashion panache in the minimalistic way and glam
on with “Ivory is 2017’s New Black” mantra! Experience exquisite fashion with
these pearly white indo western dresses which are sure to steal away your heart
and make you feel like royalty this year.

Author Bio: Nikita
Mishra is a passionate fashion blogger at Missprint, who adores the dynamic haute
couture trends. Always be fashion fabulous is her mantra! She adorns fashion
like a lifestyle rather than copying trends. She loves travelling, blogging and
fashion crashes at brands and fashion weeks. 

Ivory is 2017’s New Black – Best 5 Designer Indo Western Dresses that Should Be in Your Closet

How many of you think, “Being Different” is your personal style
tagline? I am sure we all have this thought running on and on, while endearing
fashion trends for our closets. Black is a perfectly fitting color for any of
your night parties. But at some point of time, you seem to get lost in the
crowd as everyone around are also flaunting their favorite LBD.

So adorn my new glam fashion mantra, if you don’t want to get lost
in the crowd. All you need to say is “Ivory is 2017’s New Black” sweethearts!
Experiment with the palettes of white and endure the flamboyance it requires to
flaunt. Here a classic list of the top 5 pearly designer indo western dresses
which are sure to steal your heart away.

·       
Tisha Saksena’s Indo Western Dresses
This exquisite and pristine Ivory Draper zardosi motifs indo
western dress is a must have if you are a fashion revivalist. Be fashion
fabulous as your adorn this elegant apparel. This designer indo western wear is
going to make you the vintage favourite of the entire party.


This indo western dress is created with an empire cut zardosi
embroidered kurta based on antique raw silk. Fuse these up with your evergreen
nude pumps and junky gold accessories.

·         Sonaakshi Raaj’s Indo Western Dresses
Bring back Bohemian fashion home this New Year! This charming
designer indo western dress is a suit up to kill. This is a chic boho with a desi
twist. This pearl white harem pants clubbed with heavy zari and bead embroidery
is a great club on for donning this fashion treasure look. Club this fashion
piece with sparkly felt kitten heels and big traditional jhumkas.



·       
Rahul Mishra’s Indo Western Dresses
Be glamour personified with this floor length front zip up white
hand embroidered indo western dress. This is one designer indo western dress which
is a perfect amalgamation of cultures both international & traditional that
is sure to steal your heart away. This beauty fashion piece is a perfect layout
of floral paisley embroidery on a kimono style floor length English bodycon
gown version.



The sheer panelled gives this outfit a classic unique look; in
which you can flaunt your glamour at your elite socialite dinner sit up.  

Rishi & Soujit Indo Western Dresses
Become a glam diva with this swanky asymmetrical jacket style indo
western dress by Rishi & Soujit. This fashion apparel is not only elegant
but also has a royal swagger. This floor length banarasi brocade base and
tussar floor length skirt. This asymmetrical indo western dress has exquisite floral
sequin embroidery is an exclusive for your fashion commitments this year.



Pair up this dainty goddess like attire with a magnificent
traditional bun up hairdo with big shimmery contemporary danglers and a Prada
clutch.

·       
Payal Pratap’s Indo Western Dresses
Indo Western
Dresses
are a rage
in the fashion town this year. So you wish to be different? So, try out this
graceful cream white net jacquard jacket style indo western dress by Payal
Pratap. Royalty is bound to reflect in your demeanour once you adorn this
ornate white fashion apparel.  



Pair this elite indo western dress with symmetrical colour match
accessories to shine out your flamboyance in the most simplistic manner. Beige
and gold colors look most splendid with whites and cream palettes.

Concluding Remarks –
This 2017 become fashion panache in the minimalistic way and glam
on with “Ivory is 2017’s New Black” mantra! Experience exquisite fashion with
these pearly white indo western dresses which are sure to steal away your heart
and make you feel like royalty this year.

Author Bio: Nikita
Mishra is a passionate fashion blogger at Missprint, who adores the dynamic haute
couture trends. Always be fashion fabulous is her mantra! She adorns fashion
like a lifestyle rather than copying trends. She loves travelling, blogging and
fashion crashes at brands and fashion weeks. 

9 Powerful Ways to Prevent Hair Falling Out – Hair Tips

Here are some of the powerful
ways to prevent hair fall. 

1.
Doing Head Massage

Head
massage is one of the most important rituals for healthy hair and scalp. It
drains away toxins and improves blood circulation from the scalp. You can head
your massage without using any oil, but it preferable to do it with oil. The
best oils for hair loss are sunflower, olive, coconut, ghee, flaxseed, evening primrose, avocado and castor (diluted with another oil). Th
is will
reduce hair fall to a great extent



How to
do?  Apply oil evenly on the scalp and massage gently with your fingers.
Do not massage for more than 10 to 15 minutes. Leave on for an hour and wash
thoroughly; you can also keep it overnight for better conditioning. For
healthier and stronger hair, head massage at least once a week.

2.
Stay away from chemicals (conditioners)

Do not
use conditioner after shampooing. Applying it means injecting chemicals into
your scalp and hair. More chemicals will damage to your hair. Instead use a natural leave-in conditioner. Oils
and plant butters make an excellent leave-in conditioner. Best oils to use –
coconut, almond, olive, and jojoba
oil; and best butters that work are – she a, kokum, or aloe
butter.

To use: Take a pea size amount oil or butter and rub it
between your palms and apply to damaged hair avoiding the roots. This will strengthen
your hair.

3.
Use a wide tooth wood comb

Fine
comb can hurt the delicate new growth and also cause injury on your scalp.
Where as wide
tooth wooden comb is gentler
as compared to the plastic one. Wide tooth comb also provide massaging effect
and help distribute natural oil from the scalp to hair.



So if
you want to avoid hair loss then discard the sharp tooth plastic comb, replace
it with a wide tooth wooden comb and well-done if you have already done it. 

4. Exercise

Exercise
is another important solution to reduce hair fall. When you exercise you sweat
and unclog the hair follicles, that gets clogged by dead skin or grease
and give enough space for the new hair to grow. Exercising increases blood
flow to your scalp. The increased blood flow brings with it oxygen and more
nutrients, and thereby promoting healthy growth.

How
to do? So if you desire to avoid hair loss go for a walk, dance, cycle, play,
run, do yoga, cardio or whatever you enjoy. Get up and get moving!

5.
 Avoid tight hair styles

Tight
braids, ponytails or any other tight styles put pressure on roots of your hair and
can lead to hair loss. If you make tight hair styles everyday your hair may
stop growing permanently from some areas where it is pulled most from which
results in causing a bald patch. Once in a while it is okay, but wearing tight
styles every day causes hair fall. For everyday wear make lose braids or
ponytails to keep hair under control but without damage.



6.
Amla

 Amla is considered as a great hair tonic. Amla is antioxidant having high content of
minerals, amino acids, vitamin C, falconoid and tannins. Eating fresh or
dried amla helps in avoiding hair loss, graying, and promotes stronger and
healthier hair growth. Due to its anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial effects,
apply raw amla juice, powder or amla oil on your scalp which results in soothe
irritated scalp and treat dandruff.

How to
do? Head massage amla juice with amla oil or coconut oil. You can also use amla
powder as well. But the most effective option is to eat dried or fresh amla
everyday. Take 1teaspoon amla powder with a glass of water every morning. It is
one of the best detox drinks.

7.
Staying happy

Have
you ever experienced your hair falling off like autumn leaves and turning grey overnight? 
The
reason is excess worry or stress. Stress affects all of our body and hair.
Other than eating healthy and exercising, you have to stay happy and relax. Never-ending
stress can cause a large number of hairs to go into resting phase at the same
time. This leads to clumps of hair coming out all at once.


The
good thing is that stress related hair loss is usually temporary, as long as
the stress event is temporary 
What
to do: For healthy hair, find time to relax. Engage yourself in stress busting
activities like yoga, walking, relaxing, gardening, meditation. You can also
talk to a friend, family or seek professional support.

8.
Stay away from heat appliances and chemical treatment (perming and 
straightening)

I have
curly hair, but I always wished that my hair was straight. Perhaps, it is a
human psyche to want what he/she doesn’t have. I considered rebonding many
times, but never really did it. And thank God I didn’t. I have used
straightener, heat brush and blow dryer few times. But whenever I used them, I
felt these hot appliances did more harm, so I have stopped using them.


Chemical
treatments, use of heat appliances and wild styling can actually affect the
hair roots and damage your hair. So stay away from them as far as possible.

9.
Herbal oils 
Herbal
hair oils have been an integral part of hair care in our traditions. Oil
infused with herbs such as amla, brahmi, hibiscus,
rosemary, lavender contain tons of polyphenols, antioxidants, bhringraj,
phytosterols, fatty acids, marigold,
vitamins, and minerals that keep the scalp healthy and promote hair growth.
These oils also offer anti-inflammatory, anti-reddening and anti-fungal properties
that help to keep healthy and dandruff free scalp.

The
mentioned solutions may take weeks or months to show desired results. For
immediate hair growth, hair transplant is only the solution.

Author
Bio:

Saima
Sharif is a passionate content writer. My major interest is writing content on
topics such as Best Hair Transplant, hair solution,
home remedies for hair problems or any treatment related to this. My current
adventure is myhairclinic (Pakistan oslo and London). 

9 Powerful Ways to Prevent Hair Falling Out – Hair Tips

Here are some of the powerful
ways to prevent hair fall. 

1.
Doing Head Massage

Head
massage is one of the most important rituals for healthy hair and scalp. It
drains away toxins and improves blood circulation from the scalp. You can head
your massage without using any oil, but it preferable to do it with oil. The
best oils for hair loss are sunflower, olive, coconut, ghee, flaxseed, evening primrose, avocado and castor (diluted with another oil). Th
is will
reduce hair fall to a great extent



How to
do?  Apply oil evenly on the scalp and massage gently with your fingers.
Do not massage for more than 10 to 15 minutes. Leave on for an hour and wash
thoroughly; you can also keep it overnight for better conditioning. For
healthier and stronger hair, head massage at least once a week.

2.
Stay away from chemicals (conditioners)

Do not
use conditioner after shampooing. Applying it means injecting chemicals into
your scalp and hair. More chemicals will damage to your hair. Instead use a natural leave-in conditioner. Oils
and plant butters make an excellent leave-in conditioner. Best oils to use –
coconut, almond, olive, and jojoba
oil; and best butters that work are – she a, kokum, or aloe
butter.

To use: Take a pea size amount oil or butter and rub it
between your palms and apply to damaged hair avoiding the roots. This will strengthen
your hair.

3.
Use a wide tooth wood comb

Fine
comb can hurt the delicate new growth and also cause injury on your scalp.
Where as wide
tooth wooden comb is gentler
as compared to the plastic one. Wide tooth comb also provide massaging effect
and help distribute natural oil from the scalp to hair.



So if
you want to avoid hair loss then discard the sharp tooth plastic comb, replace
it with a wide tooth wooden comb and well-done if you have already done it. 

4. Exercise

Exercise
is another important solution to reduce hair fall. When you exercise you sweat
and unclog the hair follicles, that gets clogged by dead skin or grease
and give enough space for the new hair to grow. Exercising increases blood
flow to your scalp. The increased blood flow brings with it oxygen and more
nutrients, and thereby promoting healthy growth.

How
to do? So if you desire to avoid hair loss go for a walk, dance, cycle, play,
run, do yoga, cardio or whatever you enjoy. Get up and get moving!

5.
 Avoid tight hair styles

Tight
braids, ponytails or any other tight styles put pressure on roots of your hair and
can lead to hair loss. If you make tight hair styles everyday your hair may
stop growing permanently from some areas where it is pulled most from which
results in causing a bald patch. Once in a while it is okay, but wearing tight
styles every day causes hair fall. For everyday wear make lose braids or
ponytails to keep hair under control but without damage.



6.
Amla

 Amla is considered as a great hair tonic. Amla is antioxidant having high content of
minerals, amino acids, vitamin C, falconoid and tannins. Eating fresh or
dried amla helps in avoiding hair loss, graying, and promotes stronger and
healthier hair growth. Due to its anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial effects,
apply raw amla juice, powder or amla oil on your scalp which results in soothe
irritated scalp and treat dandruff.

How to
do? Head massage amla juice with amla oil or coconut oil. You can also use amla
powder as well. But the most effective option is to eat dried or fresh amla
everyday. Take 1teaspoon amla powder with a glass of water every morning. It is
one of the best detox drinks.

7.
Staying happy

Have
you ever experienced your hair falling off like autumn leaves and turning grey overnight? 
The
reason is excess worry or stress. Stress affects all of our body and hair.
Other than eating healthy and exercising, you have to stay happy and relax. Never-ending
stress can cause a large number of hairs to go into resting phase at the same
time. This leads to clumps of hair coming out all at once.


The
good thing is that stress related hair loss is usually temporary, as long as
the stress event is temporary 
What
to do: For healthy hair, find time to relax. Engage yourself in stress busting
activities like yoga, walking, relaxing, gardening, meditation. You can also
talk to a friend, family or seek professional support.

8.
Stay away from heat appliances and chemical treatment (perming and 
straightening)

I have
curly hair, but I always wished that my hair was straight. Perhaps, it is a
human psyche to want what he/she doesn’t have. I considered rebonding many
times, but never really did it. And thank God I didn’t. I have used
straightener, heat brush and blow dryer few times. But whenever I used them, I
felt these hot appliances did more harm, so I have stopped using them.


Chemical
treatments, use of heat appliances and wild styling can actually affect the
hair roots and damage your hair. So stay away from them as far as possible.

9.
Herbal oils 
Herbal
hair oils have been an integral part of hair care in our traditions. Oil
infused with herbs such as amla, brahmi, hibiscus,
rosemary, lavender contain tons of polyphenols, antioxidants, bhringraj,
phytosterols, fatty acids, marigold,
vitamins, and minerals that keep the scalp healthy and promote hair growth.
These oils also offer anti-inflammatory, anti-reddening and anti-fungal properties
that help to keep healthy and dandruff free scalp.

The
mentioned solutions may take weeks or months to show desired results. For
immediate hair growth, hair transplant is only the solution.

Author
Bio:

Saima
Sharif is a passionate content writer. My major interest is writing content on
topics such as Best Hair Transplant, hair solution,
home remedies for hair problems or any treatment related to this. My current
adventure is myhairclinic (Pakistan oslo and London). 

Top 5 Wardrobe Essentials to Rock the 90’s Trends in 2017

The popular saying “what goes around comes
around” doesn’t only imply to Karma, but fashion trends as well. The recent
comebacks from the 90s decades have made us fall in love with the philosophy.
90’s fashion trends were dominated by carefree styles dabbled in rebellion. We all
have rocked plaid with low-rise ripped wide leg jeans or miniskirts with
knee-high socks during our childhood.
Well, it’s time to celebrate those “too cool
to care” styles once again and add some classic 90’s pieces to our closet.
Enlisted below are top five chic and trendy wardrobe essentials that can be
effortlessly blended with today’s sleek and polished aesthetics to create a
glamorous look.

Platform
Shoes
Platforms, the iconic 90’s shoes are back for
a repeat win and we can’t get enough of the towering shoe trend. After the
Spice Girls separated back in the 90’s, we thought we’d never see platforms
again but thanks to our street style stars, bold platforms are surfacing again.
Platform shoes were reborn in 2016 and you just can’t miss this statement
piece, which is definitely a head turner these days.





Chokers
Chokers moment in the style spotlight is
undeniable. Scroll through your Pinterest or Instagram and you can spot almost
all your favorite celebrities rocking this throwback trend. From swimwear to
formal attires and anything in between, chokers can be paired with every look,
which makes them a must-have in every wardrobe. 



Power Beads
Pink, purple or multicolored, we all used to
stack power beads during the 90s. They not only give your outfit a chic
bohemian vibe but every precious gemstone has its own special vibration and
healing energy, which inspires a positive aura. Today, this energy-provoking
jewelry comes in the form of beautiful malas and bracelets. An Amethyst
Mala Beads Necklace
is one of the most coveted of all.



Crop Tops
Undoubtedly, crop tops are one of the
greatest legacies from the 90s. These chic belly-baring tops epitomized 90’s
fashion trends and it looks like the itty-bitty shirts are sneaking their way
up to the list of most popular fashion trends of the year too.  Designers seem to be pretty incline with the
iconic style statement piece and have pretty much paired it with everything
from high-waisted trousers to skirts. No wonder, crop tops have become the most
endearing wardrobe essential.



Denim Jackets        
Denim never seems to go out of style. Recently,
the classic denim jacket made a strong comeback and has totally become a
wardrobe staple. The best part is, it is easy to style with the current items
in your closet. Whether it is a floral sundress or a “crop top”, a denim jacket
can effortlessly take your outfit from dull to glamorous.



Is it time for a wardrobe check to get
on-trend? But before you go shop these fabulous trends, a shout out to the 90’s
for giving us these chic and cool looks is a must. 

Top 5 Wardrobe Essentials to Rock the 90’s Trends in 2017

The popular saying “what goes around comes
around” doesn’t only imply to Karma, but fashion trends as well. The recent
comebacks from the 90s decades have made us fall in love with the philosophy.
90’s fashion trends were dominated by carefree styles dabbled in rebellion. We all
have rocked plaid with low-rise ripped wide leg jeans or miniskirts with
knee-high socks during our childhood.
Well, it’s time to celebrate those “too cool
to care” styles once again and add some classic 90’s pieces to our closet.
Enlisted below are top five chic and trendy wardrobe essentials that can be
effortlessly blended with today’s sleek and polished aesthetics to create a
glamorous look.

Platform
Shoes
Platforms, the iconic 90’s shoes are back for
a repeat win and we can’t get enough of the towering shoe trend. After the
Spice Girls separated back in the 90’s, we thought we’d never see platforms
again but thanks to our street style stars, bold platforms are surfacing again.
Platform shoes were reborn in 2016 and you just can’t miss this statement
piece, which is definitely a head turner these days.





Chokers
Chokers moment in the style spotlight is
undeniable. Scroll through your Pinterest or Instagram and you can spot almost
all your favorite celebrities rocking this throwback trend. From swimwear to
formal attires and anything in between, chokers can be paired with every look,
which makes them a must-have in every wardrobe. 



Power Beads
Pink, purple or multicolored, we all used to
stack power beads during the 90s. They not only give your outfit a chic
bohemian vibe but every precious gemstone has its own special vibration and
healing energy, which inspires a positive aura. Today, this energy-provoking
jewelry comes in the form of beautiful malas and bracelets. An Amethyst
Mala Beads Necklace
is one of the most coveted of all.



Crop Tops
Undoubtedly, crop tops are one of the
greatest legacies from the 90s. These chic belly-baring tops epitomized 90’s
fashion trends and it looks like the itty-bitty shirts are sneaking their way
up to the list of most popular fashion trends of the year too.  Designers seem to be pretty incline with the
iconic style statement piece and have pretty much paired it with everything
from high-waisted trousers to skirts. No wonder, crop tops have become the most
endearing wardrobe essential.



Denim Jackets        
Denim never seems to go out of style. Recently,
the classic denim jacket made a strong comeback and has totally become a
wardrobe staple. The best part is, it is easy to style with the current items
in your closet. Whether it is a floral sundress or a “crop top”, a denim jacket
can effortlessly take your outfit from dull to glamorous.



Is it time for a wardrobe check to get
on-trend? But before you go shop these fabulous trends, a shout out to the 90’s
for giving us these chic and cool looks is a must. 

5 Things You Need To Know About Choosing a Diamond Bracelet – Fashion Jewelry Tips

A diamond bracelet is an essential piece of
jewelry in any girl’s jewelry box. It is very essential to know if you are
looking to buy a bracelet for everyday use or occasional wear. Understand what
your daily lifestyle is. Do you work in a corporate work environment? Do you
have a casual style life style or a more active lifestyle? Once you know that
you will make better choices in selecting the right diamond bracelet. This is a
timeless piece in you jewelry collection, thus choose wisely.


It is also very essential to know how much
you are willing to spend on this piece. Diamond bracelets have a wide range in
terms of cost. Most styles start with a minimum of $1500 and can be as expensive
as a $100,000+. So it is best to know approximately how much you are willing to
spend.
A diamond bracelet is usually made in gold or
platinum. I would highly recommend going to a trusted jeweler when you are
looking to make a purchase. When you are going for bigger brand names you will
definitely be paying significantly extra for the brand name. Going to a trusted
jeweler is a great option if you are thinking of this purchase as an
investment. 
Let’s get started to understand 5 most
important aspects of choosing a diamond bracelet:
1.    
Bracelet
Style
Let’s talk about design and different styles
of bracelets available for you to choose from.

 a.      Bangle
Bracelet:
This most versatile style. It modern and extremely comfortable to
wear. It goes well if you want to wear it at work or special occasions. The
bracelet bangles are very easy to wear. It is a rigid bracelet the style is
somewhere like a bangle but not completely round, it’s a oval shape that will
fit the arm wrist well and in place.

 b.     Cuff Bracelets:  Cuff bracelet is wide oval shape bracelet
with no locks. It’s open in the ends and this makes it very flexible and easy
to wear. These types of bracelets are typically worn as statement pieces. They
are iconic and reflect the personality of the person. Cuff style is an old,
antique-type, jewelry style.

 c.      Link or
Chain Bracelets:
Link or chain bracelets are delicate and flexible. These wrap
around the wrist like a loose flexible chain. It’s extremely elegant and girly.
Make sure the clasps for this kind of bracelet are nice and high quality and
also have an additional safety lock. There are higher chances of losing a chain
bracelet if its not connected properly. Also if one of the chain links break,
you may have to fix it from a local jeweler. This more delicate style and I may
not recommend it for daily wear.

 d.     Tennis
Bracelets:
Tennis bracelets are one of the most desired types of bracelets
available. It is a row of diamonds placed end to end that is flexible. The size
of the diamonds may vary based on the aesthetics and budget. Make sure while
selecting this type of bracelet it’s well made and the links are sturdy. If the
links break, there is a high chance of you losing the piece.  Make sure the clasp is high quality and you
hear a click when you close it. It is advisable that it also has an additional
safety lock.


 A fun fact,
many years ago Christie Evert Lloyd (
Christine Marie “Chris” Evert, known as
Chris Evert-Lloyd from 1979 to 1987, is a former World No. 1 professional
tennis player from the United States. She won 18 Grand Slam singles
championships and three doubles titles)
was playing in the court. When
she landed a shot, her diamond bracelet flew off and landed on the court. All
the focus and the camera was on Christie’s bracelet and hence its was popularly
called tennis bracelet.

 e.      Charm
Bracelets:
Charm
bracelets are bracelets that are adorned with little hanging charms.
Traditionally the women bring an simple chain and then chooses and adds special
charm designs that have a personal meaning to her own life. There is a long
history on how they were introduced by Ancient Egyptians in 3000 BC. Here’s an
interesting interview about the History of Charm Bracelets by
NPR.


 2.    
Metal
 Typically for a diamond bracelets there are 4
metals to choose from yellow gold, white gold, rose Gold and platinum. Although
working with platinum can be quite expensive people do prefer it when the
diamond carat weight is around 10 carats or more. Platinum is a harder metal
and thus the prongs are much stronger.
For standard bracelets we do recommend it to
be 18K yellow gold, white gold, raised gold. Gold Karat is measure of the
purity of gold and is denoted by the letter K. Gold is mixed with other metals
to make it suitable for jewelry making. This affects the purity of gold.
Compared to 18K gold, 14K gold is slightly
cheaper and stronger. It doesn’t stay nice bright yellow after some normal wear
and tear. 18K gold is slightly more expensive but it will hold more value over
time and retain the bright yellow even if you wear it every day.



There are some creative ways when it comes to
choosing the metal for your bracelet. For example, you can opt for a dual tone Diamond
Bracelet
with both yellow gold and white gold. These make it extremely
versatile and will match most of your outfits.
 3.    
Design
Elements
 There are different graphics and styles based
on what culture you believe in. Below are some ideas:
A diamond bracelet can be adorned with
special gemstones like ruby, emerald, sapphire, amethyst to add color and
personality. One could choose to have diamond all the way or have a small motif
in some form of design. Diamond bracelet can be a symbolic representation of
some kind of figurine you admire or can relate to. They can be worn
individually or in multiples together. 

  

 4.    
 Bracelet Connections or Clasps to Consider
 Bracelets clasps or connections are very
important aspects to consider because diamonds bracelets are expensive and you
don’t want to lose them. Below are some of the secure connections for you to
know that are secure and safe before buying a diamond bracelet.
1.     Line
Bracelet Clasp
2.     Decorative
Slide mounting Clasp
3.     Barrel
Clasps


  
 5.    
 Diamond Quality
 In terms of making sure you are getting the
best quality diamonds. Below are some of the expectations you must have in
terms of the 4C’s. 4C’s define the standards set by Gemological Institute of
America (GIA).
Color: G-H is a
nice color to go for

Cut: Excellent
cut is what gives the sparkle in a diamond, having the cut excellent is very
important for your diamond bracelet to sparkle for many years.

Clarity: I recommend
VS clarity quality diamond. It is impossible to see the imperfections in a VS
clarity diamond with a naked eye. Therefore spending more money on the clarity
will definitely not promise you more sparkle and shine.

Carat: It’s the
total weight of the diamonds used in diamond bracelet.
Besides the diamond quality, make sure the
diamonds you are buying are natural diamonds and not synthetic. There are
synthetic diamonds in the market that have all the above 4C values correct but
are manmade in a lab. Synthetic diamonds cost roughly half of natural diamonds.
If you decide to purchase synthetic diamonds, ensure they are priced
appropriately.
I hope you find these 5 factors helpful to
choose the perfect diamond bracelet. To conclude below is the summary at
glance:
1.     Know what
bracelet style would be best for your needs.
2.     Pick the
right precious metal to get most value.
3.     Pay
attention to design elements to suit your personality and style
4.     Ensure
bracelet connections are high quality to reduce the chances losing it
5.     Diamonds
meet high quality standards. We recommend G-H color or higher, VS clarity or
higher and excellent cut, natural diamonds.
Author Bio:
Jinal Sampat is Jewelry Designer at Sampat Jewellers
Inc.
Her focus is on innovation and creation of jewelry pieces that
are meaningful and hold long term value. She creates versatile designs with
Indo-Western elements. Jinal holds her graduate degree from Rhode Island School
of Design (RISD). You can find her at
Instagram.

5 Things You Need To Know About Choosing a Diamond Bracelet – Fashion Jewelry Tips

A diamond bracelet is an essential piece of
jewelry in any girl’s jewelry box. It is very essential to know if you are
looking to buy a bracelet for everyday use or occasional wear. Understand what
your daily lifestyle is. Do you work in a corporate work environment? Do you
have a casual style life style or a more active lifestyle? Once you know that
you will make better choices in selecting the right diamond bracelet. This is a
timeless piece in you jewelry collection, thus choose wisely.


It is also very essential to know how much
you are willing to spend on this piece. Diamond bracelets have a wide range in
terms of cost. Most styles start with a minimum of $1500 and can be as expensive
as a $100,000+. So it is best to know approximately how much you are willing to
spend.
A diamond bracelet is usually made in gold or
platinum. I would highly recommend going to a trusted jeweler when you are
looking to make a purchase. When you are going for bigger brand names you will
definitely be paying significantly extra for the brand name. Going to a trusted
jeweler is a great option if you are thinking of this purchase as an
investment. 
Let’s get started to understand 5 most
important aspects of choosing a diamond bracelet:
1.    
Bracelet
Style
Let’s talk about design and different styles
of bracelets available for you to choose from.

 a.      Bangle
Bracelet:
This most versatile style. It modern and extremely comfortable to
wear. It goes well if you want to wear it at work or special occasions. The
bracelet bangles are very easy to wear. It is a rigid bracelet the style is
somewhere like a bangle but not completely round, it’s a oval shape that will
fit the arm wrist well and in place.

 b.     Cuff Bracelets:  Cuff bracelet is wide oval shape bracelet
with no locks. It’s open in the ends and this makes it very flexible and easy
to wear. These types of bracelets are typically worn as statement pieces. They
are iconic and reflect the personality of the person. Cuff style is an old,
antique-type, jewelry style.

 c.      Link or
Chain Bracelets:
Link or chain bracelets are delicate and flexible. These wrap
around the wrist like a loose flexible chain. It’s extremely elegant and girly.
Make sure the clasps for this kind of bracelet are nice and high quality and
also have an additional safety lock. There are higher chances of losing a chain
bracelet if its not connected properly. Also if one of the chain links break,
you may have to fix it from a local jeweler. This more delicate style and I may
not recommend it for daily wear.

 d.     Tennis
Bracelets:
Tennis bracelets are one of the most desired types of bracelets
available. It is a row of diamonds placed end to end that is flexible. The size
of the diamonds may vary based on the aesthetics and budget. Make sure while
selecting this type of bracelet it’s well made and the links are sturdy. If the
links break, there is a high chance of you losing the piece.  Make sure the clasp is high quality and you
hear a click when you close it. It is advisable that it also has an additional
safety lock.


 A fun fact,
many years ago Christie Evert Lloyd (
Christine Marie “Chris” Evert, known as
Chris Evert-Lloyd from 1979 to 1987, is a former World No. 1 professional
tennis player from the United States. She won 18 Grand Slam singles
championships and three doubles titles)
was playing in the court. When
she landed a shot, her diamond bracelet flew off and landed on the court. All
the focus and the camera was on Christie’s bracelet and hence its was popularly
called tennis bracelet.

 e.      Charm
Bracelets:
Charm
bracelets are bracelets that are adorned with little hanging charms.
Traditionally the women bring an simple chain and then chooses and adds special
charm designs that have a personal meaning to her own life. There is a long
history on how they were introduced by Ancient Egyptians in 3000 BC. Here’s an
interesting interview about the History of Charm Bracelets by
NPR.


 2.    
Metal
 Typically for a diamond bracelets there are 4
metals to choose from yellow gold, white gold, rose Gold and platinum. Although
working with platinum can be quite expensive people do prefer it when the
diamond carat weight is around 10 carats or more. Platinum is a harder metal
and thus the prongs are much stronger.
For standard bracelets we do recommend it to
be 18K yellow gold, white gold, raised gold. Gold Karat is measure of the
purity of gold and is denoted by the letter K. Gold is mixed with other metals
to make it suitable for jewelry making. This affects the purity of gold.
Compared to 18K gold, 14K gold is slightly
cheaper and stronger. It doesn’t stay nice bright yellow after some normal wear
and tear. 18K gold is slightly more expensive but it will hold more value over
time and retain the bright yellow even if you wear it every day.



There are some creative ways when it comes to
choosing the metal for your bracelet. For example, you can opt for a dual tone Diamond
Bracelet
with both yellow gold and white gold. These make it extremely
versatile and will match most of your outfits.
 3.    
Design
Elements
 There are different graphics and styles based
on what culture you believe in. Below are some ideas:
A diamond bracelet can be adorned with
special gemstones like ruby, emerald, sapphire, amethyst to add color and
personality. One could choose to have diamond all the way or have a small motif
in some form of design. Diamond bracelet can be a symbolic representation of
some kind of figurine you admire or can relate to. They can be worn
individually or in multiples together. 

  

 4.    
 Bracelet Connections or Clasps to Consider
 Bracelets clasps or connections are very
important aspects to consider because diamonds bracelets are expensive and you
don’t want to lose them. Below are some of the secure connections for you to
know that are secure and safe before buying a diamond bracelet.
1.     Line
Bracelet Clasp
2.     Decorative
Slide mounting Clasp
3.     Barrel
Clasps


  
 5.    
 Diamond Quality
 In terms of making sure you are getting the
best quality diamonds. Below are some of the expectations you must have in
terms of the 4C’s. 4C’s define the standards set by Gemological Institute of
America (GIA).
Color: G-H is a
nice color to go for

Cut: Excellent
cut is what gives the sparkle in a diamond, having the cut excellent is very
important for your diamond bracelet to sparkle for many years.

Clarity: I recommend
VS clarity quality diamond. It is impossible to see the imperfections in a VS
clarity diamond with a naked eye. Therefore spending more money on the clarity
will definitely not promise you more sparkle and shine.

Carat: It’s the
total weight of the diamonds used in diamond bracelet.
Besides the diamond quality, make sure the
diamonds you are buying are natural diamonds and not synthetic. There are
synthetic diamonds in the market that have all the above 4C values correct but
are manmade in a lab. Synthetic diamonds cost roughly half of natural diamonds.
If you decide to purchase synthetic diamonds, ensure they are priced
appropriately.
I hope you find these 5 factors helpful to
choose the perfect diamond bracelet. To conclude below is the summary at
glance:
1.     Know what
bracelet style would be best for your needs.
2.     Pick the
right precious metal to get most value.
3.     Pay
attention to design elements to suit your personality and style
4.     Ensure
bracelet connections are high quality to reduce the chances losing it
5.     Diamonds
meet high quality standards. We recommend G-H color or higher, VS clarity or
higher and excellent cut, natural diamonds.
Author Bio:
Jinal Sampat is Jewelry Designer at Sampat Jewellers
Inc.
Her focus is on innovation and creation of jewelry pieces that
are meaningful and hold long term value. She creates versatile designs with
Indo-Western elements. Jinal holds her graduate degree from Rhode Island School
of Design (RISD). You can find her at
Instagram.

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