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Classic Fashion: Chinese Dragon Robes q
Friendly yet dangerous, benign yet powerful, the Chinese dragon has long been worshipped as a dynamic symbol of vitality in the Far East. Rising into the heavens, the dragon would call forth the rains that kept life flowing within an ancient civilization dependent on agriculture. The dragon was believed to make an appearance in the sky whenever a new emperor was born, and in this way the dragon became a symbol of imperial Chinese leadership and authority. nnDragons on robes b
January 22, 2008
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"Ties" The Season
It’s the time of year when Christmas shoppers look for something fun to give. Invariably they look to the Christmas-themed tie. All kinds of such ties are available most anywhere. Choices include snowmen, a variety of Santa’s, Edvard Munch's "Scream" donning a Santa cap, strings of twinkle lights, elves, snowflakes or horse drawn sleighs. But is any of this stuff really appropriate to wear – anywhere?nnWhen it comes to holiday ties, if your intention is to m
January 6, 2008
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Holiday Fashion: What To wear?
There's no lack of reindeer and Santa sightings this time of year. And I’m not talking “Up on the house top” sightings either. I’m referring to those frolicsome pieces of holiday outerwear. nnIf you plan to go shopping anytime between now and December 25th, you'll likely notice holiday commodities displayed with all the intensity of a blizzard; jewelry, cosmetics, boxers, lingerie, pajama pants, lollypops and socks – where did all those socks com
December 23, 2007
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Fashionable Christmas Gifts
What do you buy the woman who already owns a battery-operated Christmas sweater with twinkling lights? Or what about the man who has more neckties in his closet than Santa’s has helpers? And what about the fashion-savvy kids on your shopping list? Is it Hot Topic, the Gap, Guess or Reebok? nnFor women, shoppers considering clothes should think of something like a stretch velvet mock turtleneck – practical yet elegant and luxurious. Or, consider a chic idea: a box
December 23, 2007
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Men's Fashion Faux Pas
We have all made fashion errors now and again, but some fashion mistakes made by men are just unforgivable. If you want to make sure you don’t fall into the trap of the most flagrant fashion snafus, use a dash of common sense and follow these five simple rules: nnONE: Throw away the novelty neckties. OK, one or two crazy neckties are fine to drag out for family reunions, silly get-togethers, or Halloween. But have some mercy on the rest of us and them out of the boardro
November 29, 2007
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Act (and Dress) Your Age
While it’s true no man should ever give up on style, once a guy reaches a certain age, he’s just gotta let go of fashions that fit into his high school or college days. Hey, maybe they were cool - back then. You did look great back in the day – attractive, handsome, fit! But a perusal of your college yearbook might reveal fashions that were only fit for back then. You did look cool but likely not dressing like the executive you are now. nnIf you are like mos
November 20, 2007
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Fall Fashion
It’s that time of year again – football season is in full swing, the leaves on the trees are turning red, orange, and yellow. Little goblins are fantasying about the pile of candy they will bag on Halloween Night. When the days grow short and the air gets crisp the fashion-conscious male knows it’s the perfect time to take a look at the wardrobe. Are you ready for Fall with the stylish clothing staples that this time of year dictates?nnOver the past few year
November 6, 2007