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The History of Necklaces

36 Views POSTED ON March 4th, 2010

Before this discovery the oldest known necklace to have been found about 30,000 B.C. They are made mostly of shells, bones, stones, animal teeth or claws, strung on a thread. Basically the same concept is used today though there are some variations

In 2500 B.C. gold was starting to be used in neck jewelry. Gold neck adornments and chokers have been discovered at the Royal Grave of Ur. They are in what is now known as Iraq. 2000 B.C. was when Sumerian bead neck jewelry started to use alternating patterns of colored stones and gemstones and metals such as copper or silver.

Ancient Egyptian neck jewelry evolved from simple stringed beads to complicated patterns and include the ‘broad collar’ and pectoral type. They were worn by both sexes, mostly royals and wealthy citizens. They were often buried with their dead owners.

During the Classical Greek period from about 480 to 300 B.C. most necklaces were three dimensional pendants. They were mostly in the form of heads, seeds, or acorns. They were suspended from a row of flat elements usually some type of rosettes.

Medium Hair Styles Don’t Have To Be Boring

52 Views POSTED ON March 4th, 2010

There are a lot of reasons why people choose the medium hair style over other types of styles. The medium hair style is easier and quicker to style than longer hair and it affords more versatility than shorter styles. No matter whether you wear it up or down, the medium hair style offers a great deal of variety to the wearer. Here are just a few ideas:

” Quick and Casual. No matter if your medium length hair style is straight or curly, you can whip it up in a flash to create a simple, casual updo at a moment’s notice. Simply pull your medium hair style up into a bun, French twist or ponytail, allowing a few sprigs to escape here and there, and you’re done. You can also practice variations of the ponytail and add interest to your medium hair style by changing the amount of hair that you pull through your scrunchie.

” Funky and textured. Probably the most popular medium hair styles of today feature a lot of textured, creative cutting techniques. By using a combination of scissors and razor, your stylist can turn your medium hair style into a fashion statement complete with wispy layers and interesting movement.

How To Go Shopping For Your Style Without Going Broke!

84 Views POSTED ON February 11th, 2010

Even if your a fashion maven, shopping can get a little tricky. Either your at a loss of where to get what you need or the other extreme, you go shopping and spend lots of money, but in the end you have nothing to show for it because you purchased everything that you don’t need. It happens to the best of us. We have a style concept in our heads that we try to create, by shopping, but no matter what we buy, we always end up looking the same.

If this sounds like you, then maybe all you need is a plan and a strategy. I can’t express this enough. Whether your trying to create a certain look, organize your wardrobe, or pull together the pieces your missing, you need a plan.
Let’s try to break it down. The first thing that you need to do, is gather a couple distinct photos of fashion concepts that you are in love with. This can be from particular runway shows, celebrities, or even someone you saw walking down the street. After examining the photos, try to put into words what you are looking to achieve and what you see in the photos, use adjectives… Glamorous, elegant, sophisticated, boho, laid back, etc. Just make your list.

How To Decide What Size Implants for Breast Enlargement

110 Views POSTED ON January 18th, 2010

I don’t know a thing about you, but I’ll bet that deciding on what size breast implants you want now that you have decided on breast surgery, scares you to death? Nobody wants to look “Plastic Fantastic”, but we all want to look great!

Choosing the size you want to be is often one of the biggest decisions you will need to make. It is important to take the time to decide what you’ll be happy with. I know that as the time got closer to my surgery day, I found myself doing what probably comes naturally to most men - I became a breast watcher! Until then I had no idea of the many different shapes and sizes that existed. It sure made me realise what I did NOT want!

A good surgeon will be able to judge from your frame, and especially your height, approximately what will be the best size for you. It makes sense that the taller you are, the larger implant you can have without it looking wrong. However, the decision is ultimately yours.

Basics Of Breast Augmentation

5,286 Views POSTED ON January 12th, 2010

Breast augmentation is one of the most sought after plastic surgery procedures. Women of all ages, sizes and walks of life get breast augmentation. For some women the choice is a matter of looking better, for others it may be a way to aid recovery after breast cancer. Whatever the reason it is still surgery. Surgery should always be taken seriously and before undergoing this surgical procedure a women should know as much as they can about it.

Breast augmentation is surgery to enhance or change the size or shape of the breast. Women seeking this procedure are cautioned to understand that it will not solve problems they may be having in their life. Unrealistic expectations regarding breast augmentation can lead a woman to regretting her decision. What breast augmentation can do is help the way you see and feel about yourself.

Should Your Underwear Match Your Bra?

2,943 Views POSTED ON December 2nd, 2009

Most women understand there are definite color combinations that work from a fashion sense when it comes to one’s outfits. Ah, but what about the foundation garments? Should your underwear match your bra or is it really not that big a deal?

Presented with the question of whether panties and bras should match, most women would automatically say they should and rightly so. We are taught from a young age that outfits much match. Surely this applies to our undergarments as well, right? Right? Still, the question bears some consideration. Although your undergarments should always match, there is room to broaden the exact meaning of “match.”

Discover Nutrients for Healthy Skin

878 Views POSTED ON November 14th, 2009

Did you know that some of the best known nutrients for healthy skin are the vitamins A and E? Research has shown that low levels in the bloodstream are associated with acne. Yet, supplements containing those vitamins are not always beneficial. Wonder why?

Good dietary sources of the vitamins A and E include fruits, vegetables, some whole grains and some kinds of vegetable oil. While some teenagers are health conscious and eat a variety of those foods, many prefer junk food.

Junk food, particular things like potato chips, cupcakes and white bread, contribute to inflammation, which is one of the root causes of acne. Those foods also cause wrinkles, because they contribute to the formation of Advanced Glycation End-products, commonly referred to as AGEs, an apt name, because they contribute to cellular aging throughout the body.