How to measure clothing sizes with only a measuring tape

If you’re looking at measuring your top or bottom with only a measuring tape, the tips below will be useful.
Collar – A collar should always be measured on the inside of the collar band. Open the shirt and flatten the collar as much as possible. Start with the tape where the button is stitched. Measure [...]

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How to dress to ace the interview and get the job you want

In light of the economic downturn worldwide, graduating students face an uphill task competing with thousands of laid-off workers for the few jobs available. While many talks and courses target improving interview and resume-writing skills, what these often miss out is the change that is happening within the workplace.
 
Interviewers today have to go through more [...]

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Get a Bulgari silver ring to support children’s rights

Italian Jewellery House, Bulgari, launched a specially designed silver ring with a Save The Children Logo for the ” Rewrite The Future” campaign. This campaign aims to provide quality education for children living in strift-torn regions. Till end of 2009, Bulgari will donate 20% of the ring sales proceeds to the cause.
Where to find the [...]

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How to create space in your wardrobe for more clothes

I have been living with my two sisters in the same room for the past twenty years. As we grew up together, the number of items in our shared wardrobe began to escalate at an alarming rate. Finally, we decided one fine day that we have to introduce a “Detoxification” programme into our lives, before [...]

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New Sundial watch from Fossil

Looking for a watch design that is totally different from the rest?
American fashion accessories label Fossil has introduced their new sundial watch as a way to pay homage to a significant milestone in history.
The sundial needs to be aligned to the north and the time of the day is shown by the position of the [...]

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Cheongsam Shops in Singapore

If you are looking for a piece of outfit that is sexy, smart and formal all at the same time, why not get yourself a cheongsam with a modern touch? Far from being outdated or prudish, today’s cheongsam exude chinoiserie chic.
 
Here are some shops specializing in modern takes on the traditional costume:
(Pictures are from the [...]

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Swap your old shoes for discounts on DKNY, Kenzo, Marc Jacobs and more

Make a trip down to shoe boutique Her Glass Slipper today to offer your old shoes to the needy.
For every pair in wearable condition you donate, the store will give you a $50 gift voucher to famous brands like Strutt Couture, Michael Kors, French Sole and Bruno Magli.
When?
Till 24 jan 2009
Where?
Chevron house #02-26, Raffles place
How [...]

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Looking good in prints

Prints are hot this season (and probably would be for the next one as well). The reason is straight-forward – be it big and bold or small and dainty, prints are able to perk up a person’s look immediately. And not without creating some buzz and drawing envious looks.
 
Prints can also define a person’s character [...]

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Asian Fashion Holiday: Bangkok

My friend and I made a trip recently to Bangkok and spent 3 days shopping in this Jewel of Asia. Once we stepped out of our plane, we were greeted by extremely friendly staff with their “sa-wa-li-kap”s and were greeted by their rich culture through their art.
 
I was rather amazed by the number of female [...]

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Young asian fashion designers showcase outfits for Charity

The Independent. The Passionate. The Enigma. The Activator. The Environmentalist.
 
If you aspire to be one of the above or believe yourself to be already one, then support the 100X Strut Project, where 100 fashion wear by talented young artists go on display at a series of fashion shows held in town.
This year, 50 young asian [...]

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