Dress Stylish

Learn dress stylish in just a few easy steps. With the right colors, proper fit and accessories, a stylish look can be created in no time.

Instructions

1. Dress appropriately. When starting the search for the perfect stylish outfit, think about the type of event that this outfit will be worn at. If it is for an interview, meeting, wedding or gala, a more conservative look would be best. For a date, small gathering or day of shopping, the look could be less conservative and reflect the person's personality.

2. Sort through your pants, shorts and for women, skirts. If you are a woman and the event requires a dress, move on to step 3. For two-piece outfits, we start with the bottoms. The bottoms are the base for your outfit. Black, jean or khaki bottoms are an easy to match and build on. The bottom should fit nicely and not be too tight or loose. For men, if it is a more formal or semi-formal occasion, the usual choice would be, black slacks.

3. The shirt, blouse or dress chosen should be in a color that reflects the color of your skin tone, eyes and hair. The color of the top should coordinate well with the color of the bottom and fit nicely over the bottom or tucked in.

4. An element that adds style to an outfit is layering. If the weather will be cool on the day of the event, if it is indoors and/or you are not prone to sweating, consider this element. Start with a solid color bottom. Layering could consist of 2 or 3 shirts together or 1 to 2 shirts with a jacket or coat. When planning to wear a jacket, dinner jacket or coat, it should fit comfortably over the shirt, dress or shirts without any bunching.

5. Accessorize and complete the look! Accessories include shoes, belts, scarves, ties, pocket squares, jewelry, hats, head bands, rubber bands and clips. Black is safe and easy to match. However, for those who want a little more color, go for shoes that match the dress, bottoms, top or other accessories may be worn. Once the shoes are selected, the other accessories can be added to complete your outfit. .

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Make A Good Bra

Every woman knows what it is like to try to find a bra that fits perfectly. Even though there are millions of styles and designs, women still have a hard time finding the ideal bra. Many women will find a bra style they like and stick with the same bra throughout the years. But there are times when one particular style or fit will no longer be suitable. For instance, weight loss and gain and, of course, pregnancy and nursing are factors in how a bra fits. Learning make your own bras is a great answer to this age-old problem. There are many ways to make your own bra. You can make a pattern, buy a pattern, or you can even use an old bra as a pattern. Making a bra is actually easier than it sounds. Here is a very simple method.

Instructions

1. Lay the fabric on a table or other smooth surface. A flat surface provides easier cutting.

2. Place the pattern on the fabric and pin it down.

3. Cut along the outer edge of the pattern. Remove the pins and pattern pieces.

4. Fold the cut-out pieces in half and place two pins in the fabric, one near the bottom and one near the middle of the fold. Starting at the bottom, about ½ inch from the fold, sew a diagonal seam ending at the middle of the fabric. Repeat on the other piece. These are the darts.

5. Turn the fabric to the wrong side or what will be the inside of the bra. Make a narrow fold on the sides of the material. Pin the lace to the material and sew the lace to the fold. Repeat on the other piece.

6. Thread your needle and tie a knot at the end. Make gathers in the middle bottom of the fabric cups by starting near the outer edge of one side. Make gentle, loose folds and place the needle through the folds. When you are near the other edge stop, and using your fingers, gather the fabric. Tie off the thread. Repeat on the other piece.

7. Pin the cups to the wide lace. Sew the cups to the top of the wide lace.

8. Make a loop from the wide lace. Measure the wide lace two inches bigger than your bra size. Cut the wide lace. Bring the ends together and sew together two inches from the edge. Trim the excess material. Open seam and sew along each edge to tack down.

9. Measure the straps. You can use an old bra to find that measurement. Slide the adjusters on the straps according to the instructions on the package. Sew one side to the top of the cup and the other side to the back of the wide lace. Repeat with the other strap.

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Debutante Protocols

In many ways, the modern wedding borrows from debutante society.

The debutante ball, according to the Black Tie Guide website, introduces young ladies into society. Although some see the tradition as outdated, many want to incorporate debutante culture into their own, whether because of the elegance of the tradition or the history itself. And the long history of the debutante ball created several historic protocols, which according to Etiquette Society, parents must follow to properly introduce their daughter into society.

Dress Protocol

According to Black Tie Guide, traditional debutante balls saw the majority of young men in black tie only with only the father of a debutante and the escort in full attire (black tie, tuxedo jacket and cummerbund or waistcoat).

Networking Protocol

Social networking, now a major part of modern society, originated in debutante society. In some ways, social networking still remains the same. For example, a common debutante protocol involves engaging the young men at debutante balls and cotillions to increase in position, wealth and societal power. Childhood connections became adult love affairs and friendships, so networking was essential to the debutante.

Social Etiquette

One of the most important parts of being a debutante, many debutante schools teach social etiquette. Social etiquette covers poise, conversation and the curtsey. Poise grants women a literally regal standing. Conversation lessons teach women manage conversations effectively, including what topics to cover in conversation and speak to people in varying life positions. The bow and curtsey (also curtsy) show respect to people in positions of authority. For the debutante, encouraged to participate in a life of schmoozing with the well-to-do, all of these skills heighten her position in society as well as maintain her position while there.

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Press & Crease A Sateen Dress Shirt For Men

Sateen dress shirts can be ironed smooth using the right process.

Sateen is a cotton fabric with a special finish applied, imparting a unique sheen to the fabric. Dress shirts made with sateen often incorporate a small percentage of artificial fibers, like Spandex, in order to enhance the fit. Ironing a sateen dress shirt is a similar process to any standard cotton shirt, creating sharp creases and a crisp look.

Instructions

1. Set the iron to its "Cotton/Linen" setting. If the iron does not specify a material, set it to "High."

2. Start with the collar first. Flip the shirt over, ironing the back of the collar until flat. The press cloth is not needed here.

3. Place one half of the shirt over the ironing board. Place the press cloth over the shirt. Iron this half of the garment smooth. Make sure to work the tip of the iron between buttons or along the placket, as this area remains visible even with a jacket. Repeat the process for the other half of the front of the shirt.

4. Flip the shirt over to iron the back. Nestle one sleeve opening into the square section of the ironing board.

5. Lay the press cloth over the back and iron it smooth. Slide the shirt over, finishing the entire back. Pay special attention to any pleats on the back, ironing them flat.

6. Straighten one sleeve on the board, using the seam on the sleeve as a guide for straightness. Place the cloth on the sleeve. Iron the sleeve, paying attention to the outer section of the arm. This provides a sharp, crisp crease. Repeat for the other sleeve.

7. Unbutton the cuffs. Flip one cuff over so the open side is facing up. Iron it smooth, eliminating any creases.

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Marine Dress Blues Regulations

The Marine Corps dress blues uniforms have four classifications.

We've all seen those crisp flat hats and the perfectly ironed pants, not to mention those dress coats that are such a deep blue that they look almost black. The dress uniform of a U.S. Marine is one of the most recognizable military symbols in the world. The men and women who wear them are esteemed as members of one of the most storied and daring fighting forces in the world. But when, where and how is a marine to wear the honored uniform? What regulations dictate its uses? To answer that, one must look to the Permanent Marine Corps Uniform Board. The PMCUB is the organization tasked with choosing the Marine Corps uniform and regularly updating the regulations that dictate all Marine Corps uniforms. PMCUB's manual can be found online.

Dress Blues Classification

The Marine Corps dress blues uniforms have four classifications. They are class A, B, C, and D uniforms. Each classification of uniform is authorized for different functions, and all but class "A" uniforms may be designated as "uniform of the day" by the unit commander.

Class "A" uniforms

The class "A" uniform is also known as the evening dress uniform. According to the PMCUB, it is "prescribed for official formal evening functions at which civilians would normally wear evening clothes or "white tie" attire. Occasions for the class "A" uniform include state occasions at the White House or foreign embassies

Class "B" Uniforms

The PMCUB describes the Class B uniforms as consisting of "the same items as blue dress "A" except that ribbons are worn in lieu of medals." The dress B uniform may be prescribed for parades, informal social gatherings or as the uniform of the day.

Class "C" Uniforms.

The Marine Corps Class "C" uniform is a bit less formal than the class "B." The class "C" may also be prescribed by the commander for parades and other ceremonies. The class "C" may also be worn on leave or liberty. The class "C" consists of all the components of the Class "B" except for the blue dress coat. The class "C" is comprised of the long sleeve khaki shirt and tie for males or the neck tab for females.

Class "D" Uniforms.

Class "D" uniform is also worn without the dress coat, but it consists of a short sleeve khaki shirt and is not worn with the necktie or neck tab. It is prescribed for honors and ceremonies where the environment would preclude the comfortable wear of the dress "A" or "B" uniforms. It may be worn as the uniform of the day or on leave or liberty.

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Proper Sleeve Length Of A Dress Shirt

Proper sleeve length is an essential element of a well-fitted shirt.

Proper fit is the most important element of any article of clothing. Regardless of price, designer or style, if clothing does not fit, it's not going to look good. Conversely, if it fits, if will flatter.

Shoulder fit

In order to have a well-fitted sleeve, the shirt sleeve should start at the right place.This means the shoulder seam should be directly above your underarm. If the shoulders are too narrow, the shirt will pull when you reach forward; this is uncomfortable as well as unattractive. If the shoulders are too wide, the shirt will bulge with excess cloth.

Sleeve length

The sleeve should end at the proper place on your arm. When standing with your arms relaxed at your sides, the end of the cuff should hit just at the wrist bone. The shirt sleeves should extend just beyond the sleeves of your jacket---about a quarter of an inch.

Comfort and range of movement

When you move your arms forward, the sleeves should not pull up more than half an inch. If they pull up more than that, the shirt does not fit properly. You should be able to move comfortably in the shirt.

Tailoring

If you find a shirt that fits well in all respects except sleeve length, you can have the shirt tailored. In this case, opt for sleeves that are a bit too long rather than too short; it's easier to shorten sleeves than lengthen them.

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Know The Length Of An Inseam

The inseam is the seam that extends from the top to the bottom of the inside of a pant leg.

An accurate inseam measurement is critical if you are buying pants. The inseam is the seam that extends from between the legs to the top of the foot, along the interior side on a person's leg. The best way to gain this measurement is to measure the leg of the man who will wear the garment. A man cannot perform this method on his own. You can also measure the inseam of a pair of pants that fits well, if an assistant is unavailable.

Instructions

Taking a Live Measurement

1. Stand straight. Maintain a natural stance. Leave enough of a gap between your legs that the person taking the measurement can maneuver the tape as needed.

2. Hold the end of the measuring to the interior base of the leg. The spot should be just below the end of the torso.

3. Run the measuring tape down the inside of the leg. Imagine the portion of the legs that touch. Run the tape measure along that imagined line on the leg.

4. Stop the measurement at the large ball joint that connects the foot to the leg.

5. Note the total length, from the base of the leg to the joint.

Measuring the Inseam on Pants

6. Use a pair of pants that fits well.

7. Lay the pants flat on a bed or table.

8. Hold the end of the tape measure to the base of the pant leg.

9. Run the measuring tape down the inside of the pant leg to the bottom seam. There is likely a straight seam here that you can follow.

10. Note the total measurement, from the base of the pant leg to the bottom hem.

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Woman'S Suit Differ From A Man'S Suit

How Does a Woman's Suit Differ From a Man's Suit?

Suit Image

Men have typically been wearing suits much longer than women because it was a staple of the corporate "culture" wardrobe. Women's fashion, however, developed suit options later on due to the career shift--indicative of leaving the home for an outside job.

In some circles suits are so strongly related to image they have been called "power suits" and have helped to establish hierarchy and position. A suit--which is derived from the French word "suite" (because of matching the pants to jacket), has often been worn as a sign of respect, such as would be seen at a wedding, graduation or funeral.

Suit Parts

The parts of a suit coat are typically the same for men and women, consisting of collars, lapels, gorges (where the collar meets the lapel), pockets, vents, pleats and cuffs. The cut or "silhouette," of a man's jacket will be decidedly different from that of a woman's jacket. Men's jackets are often boxy in shape with only minor detailing through the midriff, whereas a woman's jacket will often be more fitted with princess seaming, a design element that curves in at the midriff shaping the figure. Only very expensive Italian men's suits follow that convention. Women's suits will also have smaller lapels, darts for more fit closer to the body in the pants or skirt, and varied sleeve length.

In men's pants there are generally two types, pleated and flat front. Women have the additional option of choosing either a skirt or pants.

Design Details

Men's suits adhere to stricter style decisions and can be considered "evergreens"--mainstay patterns lasting through time.

Women's suits are more fashion-forward and often feature a whole host of trimmings, some of them being embellishments of fringe, cord or ribbon around the lapel and on pockets; flourishes such as lace, extra buttons or even embroidery.

The only standard design feature on a man's lapel is a buttonhole for a boutonnière, a place to add a decorative flower. The special design element specific to a man's suit coat are mostly hidden on the inside, where he has a host of silk pockets built into the lining to hold all his papers, accouterments and carry-on wallets, identification and other necessities.

Fabric Pattern and Color

Fabric choices also differentiate a man's suit from a female's. High twisted fabrics with draping or "hand" such as wool worsteds and silk blends, or sometimes a "microfiber" on a more casual suit, are the main choices for men. Women's suits however, can be mismatched color wise and texturally--meaning the jacket is different from the pants or skirt--and the fabrics embrace a variety of materials from jacquards, to boucle and tweeds, or even rough silks. The two sexes do have linen in common, a wrinkly, casual and summery fabric.

The color palette for a man's suit is generally subdued and follows conformist standards such as black, navy, brown, charcoal, tan or deep olive. Sometimes there will be a slight woven pattern such as a thin pinstripe, a small herringbone, or a muted plaid for the jacket. Women's suits dig deeper for richer hues and the color choice is unlimited as there are pink jackets, buttery yellow blends and more. Plus, women's suits can tend to be more textural with color using fabric slubs, thick woven tweeds or other heavy elements in combination with decorative fabric.

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What Is A Classic Fedora

What is a Classic Fedora?

The classic fedora is one of the most popular hats for both men and women, worn by people from many different demographics. Fedoras can be worn to dress up a variety of wardrobe styles. Be it high fashion, club wear, or vintage chic, the fedora adds a special touch and helps the wearer stand out in a crowd. Given the many looks that the classic fedora helps create, it is no surprise that it has been around for over a century. This style of hat is noted for its wide rim, somewhat folded in edges that create a dip in the top of the hat, and a pinch at the front that brings the shape forward.

History

The origin of the classic fedora dates back to the late 1800s theater scene. A play written by Victorien Sardou, a French playwright, is where the term fedora comes from. In this play a princess named Fedora dawned this type of hat and this character's name became associated with the style. It served a purpose for people by being not only stylish, but also practical because it was a good shield from stormy weather. In later years the classic fedora became more frequently worn in movies, and best know as the type of hat Humphrey Bogart wore in some of the movies he starred in. Today the hat is associated with many celebrities, including the very fashionable singers Usher and Rhianna.

Significance

The classic fedora is generally worn to convey a sense of fashion, often times high fashion. Celebrities often wear these hats with their high priced clothing, and often times in music videos or during televised shows. In fashion shows and magazines the fedora can add a masculine effect to otherwise feminine apparel when worn by women. The classic fedora is also a very popular costume accessory, and usually worn when a person is dressing as a 1930s era gangster, detective, or hip party-goer.

Types

The classic fedora is generally made of felt and produced in many different colors, most commonly white, brown, gray and black. Some fedoras are made with a more feminine look, and are available in pink, purple and even plaid. Less common types of fedoras are those made of plastic, which give off a shine, as well as fedoras made of velour, tweed, straw weave and wool.

Features

Many fedoras have a wide band around the hat. The band is sometimes a different color than the hat itself, and even a different type of material, such as satin. Other features of classic fedoras include feathers, which give the look gangster appeal, as well as buttons or gems. Most fedoras are easily folded down for storage and carrying. The fedora can be tilted to the side or down toward the face to create a new look and create a sense of mystery.

Considerations

The price of a fedora can vary greatly from the lower end prices of around $10, up to the high quality well-known brands which cost over $200. Classic fedoras can often be found in thrift and vintage antique stores, as well as costume stores, and the prices will often reflect the quality of the brand of the hat. The trendy fedoras are also sold at regular department stores and under brand names that appeal to a younger crowd, such as Quiksilver and Sean John. High fashion retailers such as Gucci also carry their own style of classic fedora.

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Design A Plus Size Tshirt

Stylish and fashionable clothing in plus sizes can be quite difficult to find. In most cases, high quality, plus-size clothing has to be ordered and/or customized. But thanks to the Internet, there is a creative way to effectively design your own custom plus-size t-shirts.

Instructions

1. Open the T-Shirt Design website in your Internet browser. (See Resources for the actual link to this website.)

2. Select the t-shirt style you desire. Scroll down to the lower region of the browser screen. Double-click on the topic link that best describes the type of shirt you desire to design, whether it be short-sleeve, long-sleeve, dressy, or casual. Choose the specific shirt you would like to design by double-clicking on one of the options that will appear.

3. Pick a color for your shirt. Click on the "Pick a Color" action under the type of fabric you have chosen for your shirt. A screen will load displaying small squares of colors for you to choose from. Click on a color to make your final decision.

4. Design your t-shirt. A design portal will open on the following screen. Using the horizontal link icons in the upper left corner of the screen, add text, clipart, or jersey names and numbers to your t-shirt as you desire. Click on the vertical design tabs on the left side of the screen to add more color or additional art. Adjust the view of the shirt by using the rotation icon commands across the top of the design portal. The rotation icon commands also enable you to add designs to the sleeves and other sections of your t-shirt.

5. Save your t-shirt design. Click on the "Save/Send" icon in the lower left region of the screen. Name your t-shirt design by typing a maximum of 10 characters in the blank space designated for your design's name. Provide your email address by typing it in the blank data form below your design's name. Click on the "Save Design" action. A confirmation will be sent to your email address.

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Rent A Suit

When you need a suit for a formal event but only need it for one day, it's not a bad idea to rent a suit. Suits are fairly affordable, so if you think you might need a suit on more than one occasion you might wish to purchase one instead. Renting a suit is a fairly easy process--read on to learn more.

Instructions

1. Visit a local formal wear store. Formal wear stores rent and sell tuxedos, wedding gowns and formal dresses. They usually rent suits as well. Because suit rental isn't likely their main point of business, you may have less options than if you were to rent a tuxedo.

2. Have your measurements taken by a store representative. Try on some pants to show the employee what size you wear. It is important to ensure that your suit fits properly for the big event.

3. Choose the style and color of suit that you would like. The main styles of suits are single breasted and double breasted. Decide whether you'd like your suit to be made of wool or polyester. Pick a style such as gabardine, poplin or pinstripe.

4. Rent a tie that will match your date's gown, if you are attending an event with a date. Also rent or purchase shoes, a shirt, socks and a belt, if you don't have items that will match your rental suit.

5. Pick up the suit the day before your big day. Try on the suit in the store to make sure it fits properly. Wear your suit to your event and return it the next day.

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Wear Jeans For Guys

Jeans are the most popular pants for men. They are worn by almost everyone. From the kid down the street to the business man, jeans are extremely functional. You can wear them casually with a T-shirt or dress it up with a button down shirt. Just make sure that you are wearing them properly. Read on to learn how wear jeans for guys.

Instructions

1. Find a pair of jeans that fit comfortably. Make sure they are not too tight, not too baggy. Make sure that they feel comfortable to walk in and sit down in. Also be sure that the length is just right. Don't get something too long that it is getting caught under your heels or too short that you have that "high water" look.

2. Use a belt for fashion reasons and to hold your pants up. It looks much better if a tucked in shirt has a belt to go with it, so choose one that matches, also make sure that your belt color matches your shoe color.

3. Don't wear the jeans too high, not too close to your belly button. Also do not wear them too low so they are baggy below your underwear. Wear them at a comfortable level right at the waistline.

4. Be sure that your jeans match the rest of your outfit. Wear jeans that complement your foot wear. You don't want to wear tattered and faded jeans with a nice pair of shoes. In the same way you would not want to wear a nice button down shirt and nice new jeans with old sneakers.

5. Hem your jeans if needed. If they are still too long when you wear them right at your waist line, have them hemmed so they are at a good level when you put them on.

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Fashion Tips For Men'S Vests

A very young trendsetter works the vest look.

The men's vest can be a difficult fashion item to pull off. It certainly is not for the insecure or self-conscious at heart. The sweater vest has long been a staple in men's golf fashion, but it is making its impact on mainstream style wear. It is not easy to avoid looking like a grandpa or a golfer, but with a little planning, the execution of the vest is achievable.

Patterns and Materials

You can wear simple patterned vests to create an effortlessly cool look. You will end up looking more grandpa golfer than trendy insider if you choose vest patterns that bog you down in busy stripes, checks or shapes. Try to steer clear of vests that have loud or contrasting patterns to simplify and sophisticate your look.

A vest's material can make a strong fashion statement as well. Solid wool vests are timeless and can be paired with solid-colored or patterned short-sleeve shirts. The heavier fabric of the wool vest suggests a seasonal period and makes for a suitable autumn look.

Button-up vests in cotton, linen or jersey fabrics can make the old-fashioned vest concept look trendy and stylish. These vests can be worn with the buttons open or closed depending on the wearer's discretion and the weather.

Accessories

Simple accessories can help accentuate your vest look. Aviator-style or classic frame sunglasses can give the sweater vest a hip vibe.

Black patent or leather shoes with a black belt can instantly sophisticate a pull-over or button vest.

You can dress up a vest by tucking a matching tie into the vest.

Vests are best complemented with long pants, slacks or jeans. If you are going for an upscale look, skinny jeans and dark denim make for a sophisticated vest outfit. For an informal outfit, opt for light-colored jeans, wider leg jeans and casual khakis.

The easiest go-to item when wearing a vest is a classic, clean, white short-sleeve T-shirt or V-neck. The simplicity of the shirt allows the vest to take prime focus.

Vest No-No's

Do not wear a vest by itself. This can make your outfit look thrown together at the last minute or a bit haphazard, as if you have forgotten to wear a shirt.

If you are on the larger side in the abdomen region, you may wish to reconsider wearing vests. Vests are meant to be slightly fitted in certain styles and can exacerbate your belly, making you look more dated than stylish. The vest can be unforgiving and unflattering on wider-framed figures.

Avoid leather, synthetic or plastic material when choosing vests. These materials can make the outfit look inexpensive or costume-like.

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Wear White Gloves

Wear White Gloves

Dress codes apply to certain distinguished affairs or professionals and entertainers. Many dress codes recommend wearing white gloves. For some, it seems as if the show couldn't go on without white gloves like for a magician, a clown or an opera singer. White gloves add a touch of class tor any occasion. Here are some suggestions and scenarios that could make the idea of wearing white gloves seem like a good fit.

Instructions

1. Get ready for a fancy evening dinner at the Royal Palace. If you're in with this crowd they'll expect nothing less. Here, formalwear and white gloves go hand and hand.

2. Get your marching orders. March in the parade as a band member or at any formal ceremony such as with the Army, Navy, Airforce or Marines and you'll be wearing white gloves with your uniform.

3. Hold precious gems and jewels. Jewelers wear white gloves when working with fine stones to protect them, hold onto them more easily and keep marks off of them.

4. Watch the beautiful bride prance down the aisle in her white satin gloves. If you're not the one getting married maybe you're the flower girl or the ring bearer. Little white gloves with a small cuff look adorable with their outfits.

5. Inspection and quality and control workers often need to wear white gloves. Many of these jobs must be sanitary at all times and would be in violation of code if they didn't wear their gloves. Even the food industry has certain positions that require powder-free white gloves to be worn.

6. Dress up in costume. The Easter Bunny, Cat in the Hat and Santa all wear white gloves. So does Cinderalla at the ball, Alice in Wonderland, a Pixie Fairy, Buzz Lightyear, Star Wars Storm Troopers, a Barbie Bride and Uncle Sam. Oh, and don't forget Michael Jackson.

7. Be fashionable. Wear white leather driving gloves to drive your luxury cars. Tend to the garden wearing white goat skin garden gloves. Sip tea with an English friend wearing the classic crocheted white gloves. Wear white cashmere gloves to match your scarf on a cold winter day.

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Onan P218 Engine Specs

Cummings Onan is a company that produces power generator engines for residential and commercial use. The Cummings Onan P218 engine is just one of many of the different engines offered by the manufacturer. The P218 is a power air-cooled generator engine introduced in the mid-1980s. Knowing the specifications for the P218 will help you to understand whether it will suit your particular needs and purposes, saving you time and money in the long run.

Watts, Design and Starting

The P218 engine operates at either 4,000 or 5,500 watts. The P218 engine uses a revolving field design with an automatic starting system.

Cylinders, RPM and Weight

The P218 engine is a two-cylinder engine which runs at 1,800 RPM and weights either 216 or 258 pounds, depending on the model.

Performance Features

The horsepower of the P218 engine is 10.3 bhp, with a displacement of 47.7 cubic inches. The compression ratio is 6.9:1 with a bore of 3.25 inches and stroke of 2.87 inches.

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Grooms - Choose Your Wedding Attire

Groom wears are commonly believed to be essential in wedding ceremonies; however, they are also less essential than bridal dresses on the big day. Since brides are always the center of everyone, which results in fewer concentration on grooms. As a matter of fact, the men’s attire is just as important as the bride’s! Then how to select the right groom attire for men?

First of all, you need to remember that the vintage wedding suit should be adapted for the academism of the marriage and time of day, and should be in band with the bride’s gown. If you are accepting an academic wedding, the men in the conjugal affair should abrasion tuxedos. If your marriage is on the beach, accept something that fits the ambiance and ambiance. Do your homework! I action the aforementioned admonition for men’s accoutrements as I do for the ladies! Alpha searching at conjugal magazines and seek the Internet for the styles you like. Accompany pictures with you to your arrangement so the accessory can best advice you.

If you would like to match the vest and/or ties with the bridesmaids’ dresses, accompany a swatch of bolt with you to the cape store. Cape accessories appear in a advanced array of colors, so something is apprenticed to match! You should alpha arcade for male wedding outfits 4 months before the wedding, and assets it at atomic one ages above-mentioned to the event. If your marriage is during brawl season, accord yourself added time to assets attire.

When allotment a cape rental store, ask the afterward questions: Do they accumulate accouterment in banal or how bound can they access backup pieces? How bound can alterations be made? When will accoutrements charge to be returned? How abundant of a drop will be needed?

When you accept groomsmen who are out of town, animate them to accept their abstracts taken in their hometowns by a professional, and again forward them to the cape abundance analogous the rentals. Conjugal affair associates should try on their accoutrements a few canticle before the ceremony. If there is an affair with outfits or fit, the abundance will accept time to boldness it.

All in all, do not forget try on the groom attire in advance. Moreover, you’d better have a try on the attire in advance so as to benefit latter alterations, if there are any. Chances are that you may need to have minimal alterations of the clothes. When everything is ready, you can then enjoy your time on that special and big day.

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Vintage Clothes Of The 1930s

The fedora has been popular for a long time.

The 1930s were a period of high style. Coming off the flapper fashions of the Roaring '20s, the '30s were characterized both by a simple elegance and a thrifty necessity. Partly because of the Great Depression, most materials were more affordable and many of the decade's styles were more accessible. Still, the 1930s also represented high fashion and bold expression.

Swimsuits

Women's swimsuits of the 1930s are reminiscent of the one-piece bathing suit of today. The swimsuits were either strapless or circled the torso just under the armpits, or had a small plunging neckline with thin shoulder straps. The bottoms of the suits either conformed to just above the thigh, creating a straight horizontal edge to the bottom of the suit, or formed a short skirt that puffed out from the waist. Men's swimsuits were geared toward the athletic, being tighter and having a higher waist for better mobility.

Hats

Women's hats of the 1930s included bonnets with both long and short brims. The material of the long brims was light and malleable, though the shorter brims were less flexible. Other women's hats included modified safari hats, with the brim on one side fastened upward against the hat, and wide-brimmed straw hats. Men's hats included the classic fedora, typically constructed from felt, and short-brimmed porkpie hats. Newsboy caps, in which the front of the cap is connected to the front edge of the brim, were also popular.

Evening Wear

Women's evening gowns were long, often reaching past the feet, with a moderate trail following it. The gowns also had a small neckline plunge and a deeper plunge in the back of the dress, which is often referred to as backless. The material used for the gowns was usually satin or a sheer material. Men wore classic tuxedos, with a waistcoat jacket. Also, the 1930s introduced the white dinner jacket and tuxedo pants combination. A black bow tie was worn with either jacket.

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Size Leather Vests

A leather vest can make a bold fashion statement and provide you with added protection around your midsection, back and chest. A vest is a garment worn over a shirt that generally lacks sleeves and has buttons down the front. Finding the right size vest can sometimes seem tricky because of the irregular shape of the garment, but finding the right leather vest fit can sometimes be easier than finding the right shirt fit.

Instructions

1. Wear an undershirt to get the best measurement. In most cases, vests should go over another shirt, so for the most natural and comfortable fit, choose a shirt you could see yourself wearing underneath your leather vest.

2. Relax your arms at your sides, and ask a friend or tailor to measure your chest. For men, measure straight across your chest so that the tailor's tape goes right beneath your armpits. For women, measure your chest at the largest part of your bust.

3. Measure your stomach. Keep your arms relaxed at your sides, and ask your friend or the tailor to wrap the tailor's tape around your midsection. Measure the thickest part of your midsection for the most accurate fit.

4. Stretch the tailor's tape from your waist to the highest part of your relaxed shoulder, which will tell you how long you need to make your vest. Otherwise your vest may be too short or too long to suit you.

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Wear Military Ribbons

Appropriately wearing your ribbons not only sets a good example for junior personnel, it keeps you from being a walking example of "what not to do." Follow these guidelines to properly wear your military ribbons.

Instructions

1. Examine your military ribbons. Look for stains, extensive wear, fraying or tattered ribbons. Replace any military ribbon that has lost its serviceability. Replace the remainder of your military ribbons if the new ribbons make it obvious that your other ribbons are old.

2. Get a ribbon backer from the PX/NEX. Ribbon backers make your ribbons look mounted and provides a sharp look to your uniform. Check the pins in the back of your ribbon rack to make sure that they push through the uniform and the ribbon backer.

3. Arrange your military ribbons in proper order. Review your uniform regulation guidelines for your specific uniform for details. Most military uniform shops have displays showing proper ribbon wear order. Many PX/NEX uniform shops arrange ribbon and medal racks according to ribbon wear seniority.

4. Measure your military ribbons with a ruler to place them in proper position on the uniform. Review your specific uniform regulations for the proper centering and distance measurements. Keep measuring until your ribbon rack is in proper alignment and the required distance from your pocket. By the time you place your ribbons on your uniform, you should be in compliance to your uniform regulations.

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Start A Scrub Suit Business Online

Most medical professionals wear scrub suits.

Scrub suits, or jut plain "scrubs," are worn by medical professionals including physicians, nurses, physical therapists and medical office workers. Since scrubs are required attire at clinics and hospitals, those who sell them can make handsome profits--there is always a need for medical professionals in any community, and therefore, a demand for scrubs. Starting a scrub suit business can be done online, instead of in a traditional retail setting.

Instructions

1. Decide what type of scrubs you want to sell--discount scrubs, scrubs with licensed characters or sports logos, scrubs for the big and tall, or custom scrubs made with designer fabrics.

2. Determine whether you will make the scrubs yourself or order them wholesale. If you are a talented seamstress and are capable of making quality, lined scrubs you will save money as opposed to purchasing them wholesale.

However, most scrub suit businesses buy wholesale because they are not capable of making enough scrubs to fill demand. Another option is to buy wholesale scrubs, but also offer customers the option of ordering custom, handmade scrub suits.

3. Name your scrub suit business and obtain a DBA (assumed name certificate) from your county, EIN (employer identification number) from the IRS and a resale permit or tax identification number from your state, if you are required to collect sales tax on the scrubs you sell in-state.

4. Find a place to store your inventory. Since scrubs are mostly made of cotton, you will need a storage area that is free from sunlight, odors that can be absorbed, and pets. If you don't have a suitable space in your home, rent a storage unit from a company such as U-Haul or Public Storage.

5. Pick an e-commerce platform to sell your scrubs on, such as Big Commerce, Core Commerce, or Yahoo! Stores. If you hand make at least some of your scrubs, you can sell them on an artisan marketplace, such as 1000 Markets or Etsy.

6. Buy a domain name from a registrar such as Go Daddy or Net Solutions. This will cost you approximately $10 per month. Your domain registrar will give you instructions for linking your domain with your e-commerce platform.

7. Purchase wholesale scrub suits, if you prefer, from a supplier such as Fashion Scrubs, Trend Uniforms, or Scrub n Prints. You will be required to meet a minimum order amount, typically between $250 and $500.

8. Buy shipping boxes, tags for the scrub suits, and bags, or boxes to package the scrubs in from a supplier such as ULine or Nashville Wraps.

9. Promote your scrub suit business by placing coupons and fliers in hospital and clinic gift shops (with permission), advertising in local college and university newspapers (make sure they have a pre-medical or graduate medical program first), launching a promotional blog, or offering a discount to customers who purchase more than one scrub suit at a time (for example, buy 3 scrub suits, get 10 percent off).

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Ideas For Creative Charity Events

Other organizations or sponsors can help with the charity event.

Generate more interest and support for charity by hosting an imaginative and exciting event. Think outside of the box to create clever concepts and varied methods to draw people in. Promote the event to publicize it, as well as to allow enough time for people to respond with their availability. Providing food and drinks for guests helps them feel comfortable and ready to finance the cause. Supporters may also like to know whether a percentage of the proceeds or all of it will be donated to the charity. Include such details in the invitation and general publicity.

Pet-A-Puppy Event

Give people the opportunity to pet and snuggle puppies for charity. Contact a Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) or Humane Society and make arrangements to borrow some puppies for the event. Organize the pricing, timing and other details. Participants can pay a pre-set amount to pet the puppy for a certain period of time. For example: Each person will pet a puppy by paying $5 for 5 minutes or $10 for 10 minutes. Provide a sign-up sheet to keep track of each puppy being petted, each person petting a puppy, the amount of time reserved and the amount paid for each puppy petting. Provide wipes, towels and sanitizers to keep things clean. Ensure that each individual signs a liability form before handling a puppy. The form should release the organization from any liability resulting from the acts of the animals at the event.

Pretty-Seat Event

Encourage people to donate pretty chairs and urge creativity by accepting all types -- such as antique, dining or designer. Individuals can decorate with custom designs, carvings or paint. Those making their own can follow advice from YoungHouseLove.com, which says to apply oil-based primer to the chair in preparation for painting. Another one of their tips is to, "Use a fresh roller or paint brush to apply two thin and even coats of latex paint." Or, donors can simply purchase a pretty chair to give away. Collect chairs, then auction them at the event by setting a minimal price per chair -- such as $45 -- to start the bidding.

Ugly-Tie Event

Promote an "Ugly Tie Affair" where attendees wear ugly neckties and compete with one another in a contest. Individuals place bids for those ties by simply making a donation. A minimal bid can be set and each tie receive multiple bids to raise as much money as possible. The person with the most bids wins a prize. Also, consider offering giveaways, like a promotional t-shirt, for each successful bidder. Sponsors or vendors can donate the prizes.

Clothing Auction

Choose a descriptive name for the occasion, like "Best-Dressed" or "Dress to Impress." Attendees donate new articles of clothing, purchased or otherwise. Some donors may have brand-new clothes in a closet, with the tags still on. Each piece of clothing is auctioned in a live auction. An alternative to that is to display all clothing on a dress-form or mannequin and hold a silent auction.

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Opt for a Groom Tuxedo for the Big Day

When you’re getting wed many of the vigilance is concentrated on the bride and her marriage dress, but let’s not overlook about the groom. While you can gaze for tuxedos or other prescribed wear for the groom as early as you desire, you actually shouldn’t be producing any last conclusions until the bride has selected her dress. Once the marriage gown has been chosen then it’s time to start contemplating prescribed wear options.

Set apart an afternoon to proceed looking at formal wears. Try to convey an image of the bride’s gown and swatch of material if possible. If you’ve currently chosen the gowns for your bridesmaids trial to convey an image and swatch from their gowns as well. When you are buying converse to the salesperson about your tux, mention any topics you are going to have. Also be certain to convey up the designated day, time and if any part of the observance will take location outside. If you are having an outdoor observance or greeting it will decisively have an influence on the material.

You should visit not less than 3 distinct shops and you should try on not less than 3 distinct vintage wedding suitto get what you like and what you don’t like. Once you find certain thing you like confirm you proceed over some of the details. Let them understand how numerous persons are in your marriage party, be certain to encompass the dad of the groom and bride in supplement to the escorts and groomsmen, glimpse if you can discuss a discount.

Find out how much you have to depart as a deposit and when the balance is due. Know what their principle is for decrease and damages. Are tops, footwear, cummerbunds, suspenders, cufflink, and studs encompassed, if not what are the additional charges? When will they require measurements and last fittings? Do they offer male wedding outfitsand pickup? While this may appear like many of inquiries it can hold you from getting strike with any concealed allegations subsequent on.

Aside from your body kind, you may furthermore have to take into account the time of wear for your tuxedo. The general direct is that daytime wear is more casual than evening time wear whereas you can play round with this direct contemplating that it’s your exceptional day. For demonstration, very dark tuxedos are befitting for evening time prescribed happenings while white tuxedos are healthy daytime semi-formal wear. [source]

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Famous Gangster Hats

Famous Gangster Hats

The gangster hat is a fashion statement that identifies the wearer as being bold, cool, fashionable, sophisticated and perhaps a little mysterious and dangerous. Although this style of hat was the sign of corrupt men in the past, today it signifies finesse in a classical item of men's wear that has turned trendy. It used to be that only men wore fedora and trilby hats. However, today it's a fashion statement for both sexes.

The Hats of Gangsters

Today, everyone in the hip-hop world wants to be "gangsta" in their modern-day clothes and hats. However, gangster hats are nothing new. This particular style of hat for men, also called the "Godfather" hat, was worn during the 1930s. Though this style of hat is associated with well-known mobsters such as Carlo Gambino and Al Capone, the fedora and homberg gangster hats of yesterday were still very stylish and popular in 2009.

The Distinguishing Factors

The gangster hats of today come in a wide variety of colors, though the typical colors worn in times past were black, brown and gray. Some of these hats sported a fashionable feather attached to one side. Others had a wide silk band going around the base of the hat. These hats had wide brims that could be turned down, and the trademark dent or crease at the top that was defining. The hat characterized the appearance of a man's suit and gave distinguishing appeal to the man who wore it.

Types of Gangster Hats

The gangster hat is nothing more than a soft felt fedora or a homburg. It can have a wide brim as in the days of Al Capone, or it can have a smaller brim, like Frank Sinatra's stylish fedora. A gangster hat can be in the fashion of a porkpie hat, which jazz musicians wear. It can also be a trilby hat like those by Michael Jackson in his music videos. All in all, the way a man wears his hat not only makes him look good, but it also gives him character and a defining presence.

The Gangster Image

When it comes to having a vintage gangster look to go along with the hat, clothing also plays a big part. Back in the day, the gangster hat was not worn with baggy pants and tennis shoes. You had to be decked out in a business suit or one that was tailor-made exclusively. Adding a long trench coat and tilting the hat to one side also gives the impression that you aren't to be messed with, especially if you walk into a room resembling the likes of Al Pacino in "Scarface" or "The Godfather."

Setting the Standards of Fashion

The gangster hat is an item that completes a man's wardrobe, especially when he wants to step out in fashion and with a sence of style. You do not wear the gangster hat today to symbolize that you are in some kind of organized crime outfit. Today, prominent people, both men and women, complement their outfits with this standout style of the past. You see this look on movie stars, dancers and singers when they are on stage or walking on the red carpet --icons and heroes setting the standard for fashion.

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Measure A Waist

Don't measure your waist over clothes.

Knowing your exact waist measurement can be very helpful in determining your clothing size, and it is a good indicator of your general health. You can find out your waist measurement in just four simple steps.

Instructions

1. Find your natural waist. An easy way to do this is to stand in front of the mirror and bend at your side. The crease that forms indicates your natural waistline, directly above the belly button and below the ribcage.

2. Stand up straight and relax your abdominal muscles. Wrap the measuring tape completely around your waist starting at the belly button. Begin at the spot on the tape where the measure reads "0." Make sure the tape is level around your waistline--not too loose, not too tight.

3. Do not place the measuring tape over clothes. You'll get the most accurate results on bare skin. However, make sure the tape is not squeezing into your skin. The number that meets the "0" after you have circled your entire waist is your waist measurement.

4. Remove the tape and jot down your measurement for future reference. A healthy waistline for a woman is between 32 and 23 inches. For a man, it's between 45 and 32 inches.

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Dress Like Stephen Colbert

Dress Like Stephen Colbert

The character of Stephen Colbert, created by the real Stephen Colbert, has become a cultural icon. The satirical political nature of "The Colbert Report" has made it one of the most popular shows on Comedy Central and made Stephen Colbert an American hero. Colbert's fashion is one thing that epitomizes his character, so here are some tips to help you dress like Stephen Colbert.

Instructions

1. Get a good suit. Colbert wears classy, conservative suits from companies like Brooks Brothers. A simple black, blue or brown suit should suit you just fine. Be sure it is a good fit. Add in the occasional pinstripe suit if you want; just make sure any suit you wear is crisply pressed.

2. Use American-colored shirts and ties. A crisp, white shirt is absolutely the way to go. As for the tie, go for a simple blue or red one. Colbert sometimes strays from this, but usually you will find him looking quite patriotic. A navy blue suit with a white shirt and a red tie with white dots is a great place to start.

3. Wear a pair of Colbert's wire glasses. The rimless glasses have become a staple of the Stephen Colbert character and are often used as a prop on "The Colbert Report." If you already wear glasses, you just need get a pair similar to Colbert's. If you don't wear glasses, fret not. Just find yourself a pair of prop glasses, which will look as good as real glasses at a fraction of the cost of prescription lenses.

4. Strap on a WristStrong bracelet. The ultimate accessory to set off your Stephen Colbert attire is a Colbert-sponsored red WristStrong bracelet. The bracelet symbolizes your support to the awareness of the severity of wrist injury. You can purchase a WristStrong bracelet from the ComedyCentral.com shop, and the proceeds do go to an actual good cause-the Yellow Ribbon Fund that supports injured military service members.

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Uses For Compression Shirts

Uses for Compression Shirts

If you shop at a sports store or read sport and fitness magazines, chances are you've seen or read about compression shirts. A compression shirt is a form-fitting garment usually made of polypropylene or lycra and neoprene. Polypropylene is smooth and light and lycra is a stretchy material that makes a compression shirt tight but comfortable to wear at the same time. Although prevalent with athletes, there are many other uses for compression shirts.

Athletic Performance

Compression shirts can reduce muscle fatigue and enhance performance.

The best known use for a compression shirt involves sports and athletics. A compression shirt is worn to accommodate or enhance an athlete's performance because it can protect the muscles from injury, maintain body temperature and wick moisture away from the body. The light, breathable material allows air to circulate through the shirt so water and sweat evaporate quickly. The material is also strong enough to hold muscles in place for optimal protection.

Medical Purposes

Lymphedema is a condition that can affect a person's arms. It's caused by a blockage in the lymphatic system that prevents lymph fluid from draining. This leads to extreme and painful swelling as the fluid builds up. The only option is to control the problem. A compression shirt encourages the flow of the lymph fluid out of the affected limb and can prevent future swelling. Pregnancy is another condition where a compression shirt is useful. The tight material gently pulls at the back, which fixes posture and distributes the weight of the belly evenly between the shoulder blades.

Surgical Recovery

Gynecomastia is a condition that results in the excessive development of breast tissue in males and is seen in 40 percent of adolescent boys. Minor surgery can remove the excess tissue and a compression shirt is worn for up to two weeks afterward to reduce swelling and bruising and to aid in the recovery process. After liposuction surgery, it helps the abdomen adjust its size and improve form as a person recovers because it improves blood circulation.

Discretion

Gastric bypass surgery and Lap Band surgery are procedures that can cause an obese person to lose extreme amounts of weight. The weight is usually lost quickly and results in loose, excess skin that hangs from the stomach. A compression shirt hides the excess skin and keeps it from folding over the waistband of shorts and pants. It can help a woman fit into her regular clothes faster after giving birth by pushing in the lower abdomen and smoothing out side bulges. Compression shirts can also be worn to camouflage the chest deformity of gynecomastia and stabilize bouncing tissue if a man chooses not to undergo surgery.

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How to choose your wedding outfits

What to put on at a wedding ceremony is truly among the far more uncomplicated dilemmas actually you will arrive at solve. When you would be the single obtaining married, the purchase from the day time would be to arrive in some thing stylish however secure for you; occasionally a play-safe dim men’s match does the trick. When you undoubtedly are a guest, it’s heading to consider you close to searching for hints through the wedding ceremony planners. Don’t be concerned however; because it is clear that that which you will put on will possibly be some thing equally handsome, but not as handsome since the groom himself.

If you undoubtedly are a guest, study at the rear of the invitation’s information when the vintage wedding suitis not explicitly stated. when the kind about the paper, the card stock itself, the language… all signal "formal", then you certainly can count on it how the wedding ceremony will possibly be formal, too. About the other hand, the invitation may possibly be some thing that merely announces straightaway which you have to see your buddies get hitched. With this, company is becoming encouraged to go for any wonderful casual outfit.

Style icon Amanda Brooks opines that wedding ceremony garb falls below 3 categories: exceedingly formal, respectfully conventional, and eccentric. She rightly conceded that all 3 are sensible as prolonged as they jive with and complement the general atmosphere from the wedding, its location, what the bride is wearing, as well as the qualifications or occupation of most from the guests. An intelligent suggestion from her is the simple fact that the groom should post out the information that he will be the guy from the hour, so why not the subtle flower about the lapel?

An instance from the quantity of headaches how the planners may possibly come upon is the simple fact that what when the soon-to-be-couple are at odds–fashion wise, at most. As in any debate, an answer is reached the moment in time equally concur to fulfill inside center on their wedding ceremony day. If she will be the single with higher course élan, then she can go for any much less elaborate hairdo. If he has the devil-may-care attitude, a silk tie and pinstripe men’s match will be the answer.

To wrap up, some final moment tips in your get up depending about the wedding’s time, and theme. For daytime weddings, light-colored men’s fits will completely be the in issue on summers, particularly linen or seersucker. Tying the knot in colder climes will possess the adult males in wool suits, a navy blazer with charcoal pants, and maybe a sweater and tie below a blazer. If possible, do not do devoid of the suit or even a blazer at least. And remember your etiquette; tuxedos are no-no’s prior to six pm.

If the celebration is afterwards on inside evening, then choose dim men’s suits. When the invitation says casual or semi-formal, then ease up a tad and perform it awesome using a blazer and slacks using a wonderful tie.

Now, what when the notch is way up higher and its all dead-seriously dark tie? A tuxedo is your safest bet. If it says imaginative dark tie, there ought for being a tuxedo just the same, paired this time maybe using a dark shirt or collarless light shirt. [source]

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Sewing Projects Using Men'S Ties

Men's ties to use for sewing projects.

The colorfully decorative patterns in men's ties add style to a variety of sewing projects. Whether you make a memorial quilt with inherited ties or weave a few together to make a pillow, the rich fabrics coordinate based on texture and shape, if not color.

Pillow

Weave several men's ties together to make a square of fabric for a decorative pillow. Lay the ties side by side horizontally in a row to create the desired width and length of the pillow. The sides of the ties should be touching. Beginning at one end, weave a new tie vertically over and under the existing row. Weave ties side by side to create a horizontal row of vertical ties. When the square is complete, pin and stitch the perimeter to hold the woven ties in place. Back the tie square with another woven tie square, sew the squares together and stuff them to make a pillow.

Bag/Purse

Men's tie bags are creative sewing projects that you can make to carry books or to use as a purse. Stitch similar ties together along the edges to make a section of fabric for the bag. Sew two ties together along the edges to make the gusset and the strap for the bag. Line each of the tie sections with fabric to create a liner for inside the bag. Sew each open edge of the gusset strip to the front and back panel of the bag. Attach a button or snap enclosure to finish the bag.

Quilts

Create a memorial quilt with inherited neckties to honor a special person in your life. There are many ways to incorporate men's ties into a quilt pattern. You can cut them into patches as part of a crazy quilt design. Sew them side by side or weave them together to make quilt squares. Stitch each tie across several quilting patches to form a circular pattern in the center of a quilt.

Wreath

Use the fat ends of men's ties to cover a wire wreath frame and make a patchwork wreath for your home décor. Cut the ties to fit around the frame and sew them in place on the back side of the wreath. Surround the wreath frame with the tie ends. Glue or sew the edges together to hold the ties in place.

Chair Cushions

Another sewing project you can make with men's ties that's similar to making a pillow is a chair cushion. For this project, you only need to weave one tie square, and then sew the finished panel to another section of fabric, leaving one open edge. Insert upholstery foam between the two panels, then sew the back seam together or use interlocking strips as a closure.

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Types Of Fedora Hats

The main features of a fedora hat are the distinctive front pinch and the wide, loose rim. Fedoras became known as gangster hats and were prominent during the 1930s and 1940s. Recently, the Fedora and another similar hat style, known as the trilby, have made a comeback in fashion among the younger generation.

Wool Fedoras

The classic wool Fedora, which comes in a variety of solid colors, but is most popular in black, brown and grey is a great accompaniment to a suit or long winter coat.

Straw Fedoras

The straw fedora hat is a common look for travelers in Central and South America. Although they can come in any color, straw fedoras are mostly found in the natural color of the straw.

Canvas Fedora

The canvas fedora is both durable and classic looking and can come in solid colors as well as plaid and pinstripe.

Tweed Twill Fedora

The tweed twill fedora is similar to herringbone and provides a greater texture to the hat than most other Fedora styles. It typically comes in tones of blacks, grays, browns and whites.

Trilby Hat

The Trilby Hat is similar to the fedora because of its soft, deep creasing texture. The difference is that the brim on the Trilby is much shorter than that of the Fedora. You can find Trilby hats in straw, canvas, wool and wool tweed.

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Make Relaxed Fit Pants Into Slim Fit

Give your wardrobe a new look with a pair of slim fit pants.

Modify clothes you already have as a handy way to save money and be kind to our planet. Alter a pair of relaxed fit pants to make slim fit pants to give your wardrobe a new look. Use some simple new seams to change the look and fit of your pants in less than thirty minutes. Pair slim fit pants with a loose, flowing top for a completely updated look.

Instructions

1. Stand in front of the mirror and experiment with how much fabric you want to take in on the legs of the pants to give them a slimmer legged appearance. Take off the pants, turn them inside out and put them back on. Pin the pants along the inside seam (inseam). Place the pins running vertically (parallel to the seam). Use the measuring pins to ensure you are pinning the fabric consistently on each leg. Survey the pants in the mirror again to make sure this is the amount of material that you want to take in. Take off the pants.

2. Sew along the pinned inseam with the pants still inside out. Go all the way from the hem to the crotch on both legs, with the seams meeting at the crotch. Remove the pins and trim away the excess fabric leaving only .25-inches of fabric outside of the seam.

3. Iron the pants, turn them right-side out and put them on again. If the pants are still not as slim as you desire, repeat the process, taking off a bit more fabric this time.

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Sew A Cumberbund

Wrapping the waist with a broad sash is part of traditional male dressing in India, Iran and parts of South America. The "kammerband" in India has come to be called the "cummerbund" in the West, and is worn instead of a belt and vest for formal occasions. The cummerbund is usually black and matches the bow tie, although more festive fabrics may be used for occasions like holiday parties.

Instructions

1. Choose a grosgrain fabric in black or a suitable festive print. Purchase a length of fabric that is sufficient to wrap around the waist plus 3 inches.

2. Cut a length of fabric per the measurement in Step 1. Cut the fabric two-and-a-half times as wide as the desired width of the finished cummerbund.

3. Iron the fabric on the wrong side. Fold under 1/2 inch and stitch in place along lower long edge. Starting at the bottom edge, fold one inch of fabric under, wrong sides together, then fold back 1/2 inch for the bottom pleat. Press well keeping the pleat straight and even.

4. Press well, keeping the pleat straight and even. Topstitch the first pleat in place. Continue folding the fabric under and then back on itself and stitching the resulting pleat in place.

5. Continue pleating until the cummerbund is about 9 inches wide. Make the cummerbund wider for a taller or long-waisted man. Turn under 1/2 inch along the top edge and stitch into place.

6. Sew four boning casings, two at either side of the waist, into the sides of the cummerbund, using the seam tape. Trim the boning and slid it into the casings.

7. Finish the short ends of the cummerbund by trimming them with matching grosgrain ribbon. Sew a hook-and-eye closure every 1/2 inch along the ribbon trim. Add a second row of hooks parallel to the first to adjust the fit of the cummerbund.

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Which Exercises Improve Posture & Make You Taller

As many people today spend their days sitting hunched over in front of computer screens, it is only natural that their posture often takes a turn for the worse. Poor posture can lead to a variety of unwanted symptoms, such as muscle twinges, increased propensity for injury, and physical symptoms like headaches. Some posture exercises can also result in an increase in height.

Posture and Height

Attaining (or regaining) a level of good posture can naturally help you improve your height. Most posture deformities involve kyphosis, which is an unnatural hunching of the spine, coupled with a jutting "head-forward" position. Restoring your spine to its natural length and alignment will literally allow you to stand taller.

Pelvic Shift

Kyphosis can be caused by overly tight hip flexors coupled with inhibited glutes, so reversing that condition can help you regain your natural height. One simple exercise to do this is called the pelvic shift. Lying on your back with your knees bent to a 90 degree angle with your arms at your sides, thrust your pelvis upwards until your body makes a straight line from head to knees. You should feel a strong contraction in your butt muscles. Repeat this for a total of 15 to 20 repetitions.

Importance of Stretching

Adopting a regular and general regime of stretching is crucial to your continued improvement. You should aim to increase your maximal range of motion while stretching, using several sets of progressively intense exercises. Aim to stretch at least three times a week for 15 minutes per session, going through a series of basic stretching positions. Find a link in the Resource section to get started.

Sample Exercises

An exercise that can help keep your spine in its natural alignment is called the pelvic tilt. While standing with your hands on your hips, rotate your pelvis forward until you feel a contraction in your glutes and a stretching in your hip flexors (the muscles at the top of each leg directly in front of your hips). Hold this hip-forward position for 10 to 20 seconds, also repeating throughout the day to keep you conscious of your body alignment.

Performing the chin glide can help to curb a tendency to unnaturally jut your neck out forward, improving your height by restoring your head to its rightful position--directly atop your neck. Gently tuck your chin inward and "push" your head back between your trapezius muscles (the muscles connecting your shoulders to your neck.) Hold this position for five to 10seconds, repeating it at various intervals throughout the day to reinforce positive neck alignment.

Another exercise to stretch out your spine is called the Dry Land Swim. Lie face down on the floor with your arms and legs fully outstretched. Raise both your left arm and your right leg off the floor simultaneously, holding them both about six inches in the air. Slowly lower and alternate sides. Repeat for a total of five to 10 holds on both sides, gradually working your way up to 20 second holds.

The Other 22 Hours

To permanently improve your posture you will need to make a conscious effort to hold your body in proper alignment even when you are not "officially" working out. At a very basic level, this means sitting at your computer with your back straight and chin tucked and walking without slouching at all times. Posture improvements can only be solidified with chronic attention to small details like these.

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Formal Wedding Attire for Men

There’s no doubt that weddings entail many preparing and, consequently, several expenses. apart from placing your foot cutting when your bride or your wedding party planner go overboard using the wedding party preparations, among the most crucial choices you’ll need to make consists of your selection of grooms wear.

Tip 1: take into account the diverse factors within the occasion to figure out what kind of formal weddings to go for.

Setting, time of morning and also the event’s degree of formality all perform a component in relation to acquiring the best male wedding outfits. You have two primary alternatives in relation to men’s formal wear: you can both put on a match or even the traditional tuxedo. Outlined beneath are some recommendations to support your decision-making:

* For black-tie affairs or formal weddings, neglect the match and mind directly to the traditional tuxedo. Tuxedos are available in diverse colors and designs. For formal weddings held at night, we recommend that you just go to the traditional dark tuxedo. Morning weddings, about the other hand, need some thing just a little much less somber; ivory, dim gray and light tuxedos are extremely recommended.

* For white-tie affairs and morning weddings, you could possibly be necessary to put on gloves along with a tailcoat. In relation to ultra-formal occasions like this, the double breasted tuxedo is far more appropriate than its one breasted counterpart.

Tip 2: locate the best sizing and design for the body.

Your jacket design straight impacts your general appearance. Seem for any jacket design that emphasizes or enhances your rock solid frame.

* One Breasted Jackets are extremely suggested should you possess an instead healthful frame, but prevent jackets with more than two buttons. For brief grooms, one-button, one breasted tuxedos are extremely advised.

* Double Breasted Jackets include bulk to some man’s frame. So should you desire to emphasize your broad shoulders or should you require a match that tends to make you seem wider, then the double breasted jacket is for you.

Tip 3: choose regardless of whether to buy or rent.

If you’ll be putting on your tuxedo or match towards the workplace or to other formal occasions inside of the following 12 months or so, then we recommend that you just buy the match or tuxedo. Book only should you have totally no strategies of putting on a penguin match or company attire whenever soon.

Tip 4: choose the best tuxedo or match color.

Formal occasions need a degree of convention. Though it’s awfully tempting to put on a neon eco-friendly tuxedo for your wedding party just to the heck of it, it’s most beneficial to stick to somber and rock solid colors like black, gray or white. [source]