Shona Fashion Jewels

Exemplary designs, precious stones and the adroit craftsmanship of Indian designers and artisans have given the birth to new line of Indian fashion jewelry which is elegant, captivating and defines attitude of individuals to make a ravishing statement in the world of fashion jewlery.

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Consumers are cutting back on spending nowadays, but jewelry retailers are looking toward the upcoming summer months, to get consumers back into jewelry stores. Additionally, with the trends of bright colors and bold pieces, consumers can't help but take notice of and want a piece of fashion item this year.
Fashion magazines are discussing trends in jewelry for the spring in their latest issues, and big pieces are definitely in style. InStyle magazine focused on nature- and tribal-themed pieces and bright colors, while Lucky included a whole spread of classic, yet modern, cocktail rings. In its March issue, Vogue gave brides-to-be some of the magazine's favorite engagement rings and wedding day jewelry. A lot of this season's trends are a natural progression from last season. Necks were bare and rings were big, but this season necklaces have made an extremely bold comeback..
For spring and summer 2008, shine is everywhere in terms of fashion accessories. From the purses we carry to the clothes we choose to the shoes we wear, the newest trend is all about shine from head to toe. Jewelry is one accessory that will never go out of style and can last a lifetime with the proper care. So while consumers may be cutting back on a lot of spending, jewelry retailers are hoping that the latest jewelry trends will get consumers into the stores and at least looking at the latest pieces. For upcoming holidays and special occasions, be sure to carry items that are on-trend.

Thai jewellers are buying highly coveted rubies and jade at an official auction this week in Myanmar, which supplies stones for the kingdom's booming, multi-billion-dollar jewelry industry.
But once they cut and set the gems, they could face problems selling them as companies and western governments move to ban trade in precious stones from the military-ruled state.
Myanmar has about 153 million dollars worth of gems on the auction block this week, at the second official sale of the year in a country that produces some of the world's most spectacular stones.
Up to 90 percent of the world's rubies are from Myanmar, including 'pigeon blood' rubies that are considered the finest in the world, sometimes costing more per-carat than a diamond.
Imperial jade -- emerald green in colour -- is another Myanmar treasure that is highly sought after.
However, leading jewellers including Tiffany, Cartier and Bulgari, are refusing to sell the stones in protest at the military's deadly crackdown on pro-democracy protests led by Buddhist monks in September.
Their boycott is backed up by tightened sanctions in the European Union, which ban trade in Myanmar's gems.
The United States is also moving to close a loophole in its sanctions regime, which had allowed the sale of Myanmar stones as long as they were cut in Thailand.
That has cast a shadow over Thailand's jewelry exports, which soared 33 percent last year to 185.15 billion baht (5.8 billion dollars).
The kingdom's top buyer is the United States, followed by Hong Kong and Australia, according to government data.
'Sanctions over trade in gems from Myanmar by the US or the European Union will certainly hurt some gem and jewelry exporters in Thailand,' said Vichai Assarasakorn, president of the Thai Gem and Jewellery Traders' Association.
He estimated that up to two million dollars worth of gems, mainly rubies, are imported into Thailand from Myanmar each year. But he said there are no official import records, so it's impossible to know the exact amount.
The actual figure could be much higher. Myanmar sells more than 300 million dollars worth of precious stones every year, and Thailand and China are the two biggest buyers.
Jewellers associations from around the world plan to meet in Switzerland next month to draft a letter calling on the United States not to ban all sales of Myanmar gems, he said.
'The US government and politicians need to thoroughly consider all the information, because their sanctions may not be the right answer to solve the problem,' he said.
Thai traders agree with the goal of promoting democracy in Myanmar, but they say the ban would hurt the 400,000 people in Myanmar who depend on gem mining and trading to earn a living.
Human rights groups argue that workers in Myanmar's officially run mines toil in deplorable conditions and are sometimes subjected to forced labour, but Vichai said ordinary people do benefit from the trade.

Famous Diamonds of the World

There are many sayings that go along with diamonds. 'Diamonds are a girl's best friend' and 'diamonds are forever' are some of them. There is no doubt that diamonds are popular, with people all over the world flocking to buy these precious stones. But what is it about diamonds that give them such huge commercial appeal? Here is a list of some of the most famous diamonds in the world, and some of the lucky (or unlucky) people who have worn them.

Jewelry Storage Tips
By soniya

Did you know that some jewelry boxes can actually do more harm than good? Are you storing your jewelry the right way? Improper storage may cause damage to your precious engagement rings, necklaces and other jewelry.

To take care of your jewelry, here are some jewelry storage tips.

General Tips

Clean your jewelry before storing. This may be common knowledge. Nevertheless, it is important to say this first before the rest of the jewelry storage tips. Hair spray, perfume and perspiration may cause jewelry to become dull if not cleaned off.

Jewelry Boxes Tips

Although it is ideal to keep your precious pieces in a jewelry box, you have to choose a suitable one. Some jewelry boxes do not have securing areas to keep your jewelry from rolling, scratching or bumping into each other, so always separate your jewelry during storage. If possible, wrap them up individually in a soft cloth or pouch before storing. It is also important to make sure that the jewelry box is suitable for your type of jewelry. For example, some jewelry boxes are designed specifically for rings, some for necklaces and bracelets.

Storage Tips For Silver Jewelry

Many people know that sterling silver jewelry tends to tarnish easily. Tarnish is the result of a natural reaction between silver and the air and environment. So, to slow down the tarnishing, you can store your silver jewelry in an airtight container or zip lock bag. Other tips to consider:
Store silver jewelry together with anti-tarnish strips. These will absorb the agents that cause silver to tarnish.

Anti-tarnish pouch and cloth are also available from jewelry stores. Basically, they function like anti-tarnish strips.

You can also use silica gel as it will absorb the moisture in the air and slow down tarnishing.
Storage Tips For Necklaces And Bracelets
To prevent necklaces from tangling, you can store them in jewelry organizers, jewelry boxes or armoires. Choose those that have specifically crafted stands for hanging necklaces and bracelets. To prevent kinks, necklaces should lay flat and straight if not hung during storage.

Storage Tips For Earrings

Each pair of earrings should be in its own compartment or hang on hooks. Earring posts or clips can bend and rings can wear if they are not secured to a display or insert.

The color trends for 2k10

the fashion industry to prepare for the coming seasons. The much awaited TFL catalog, ‘Color Trends & Fashion Inspirations' for the Autumn / Winter 2009/10 season, designed in association with designers Carmen Rimoldi and Sergio Belloni, is divided in three categories

INDIAN INFLUENCE ON INTERNATIONAL Fashions

Contrary to the recent past, India and Indian conjures the feeling of ethereal wellness. India inspires the rest of the world through its authentic culture, living traditions, and motivated young who believe in value systems and have been rated as the happiest lot amongst their peers in a global survey. Their positive attitude has been attributed to family support and abundance of career opportunities. India is perhaps the only country that nurtures co-existence of modernity and living traditions by reconciling contradictions.

India buzz is definitely in the air we hear from overseas friends feeling privileged to be in India, an important travel destination as well for the fashionistas, soul searchers and explorers. Fashion designer Manish Arora was recently handpicked by producers of Travel and Living program to take viewers through a guided tour of India.

If this wasn't good enough to prove Indian fashion going global, "The fact that Armani is embracing and producing the Indian sherwani proves the inspiration that India provides to the high-end Italian fashion world," industry body CII, which is collaborating with Altagamma, said.


We need more time to ponder on what has worked for us but Karima and Salima on the Indomix site have hit the nail on the head when they said: "Saks, Bloomies and Barney's were of no avail. The racks full with dresses embellished in intricate eastern detail, the latest trend, yet none exude the essence of our entangled cultures. We bring our dualistic personalities in the form of an intermingled style of design."

India's influence is so holistic and compelling that even fashion designers cannot ignore its impact on the minds of their consumers. Fashion designers like Armani who have designed similar styles with band collar also referred to as chinese collar in their earlier collections are highlighting the detail as Indian influence and are entering the luxury segment of Indian wedding wear. Roberto Cavelli seems to be mesmerized by India as well.

India has been on the mood board for quite some time but contrary to the predictions of trend forecasters it is not just about colours, fabrics or embroideries, it is about recognizing the elegance and versatility of Indian styling. The drapes in soft luxurious hand woven materials, long body contouring tunics teamed with a variety of bottoms ranging from slim pyjama trousers to churidars and salwar adaptations are irresistable. The Indian influence is equally strong on men wear. Our styles are feminine and sensuous for women while macho and elegant for men. Perhaps it is also about the celebratory quotient in Indian styling that makes it very attractive for consumption of the style conscious. Indian accessories including foot wear have made inroads into the boardrooms and wardrobes across the board. It could also be attributed to the simplicity, comfort, functionality and applicability of these styles to any body type, culture and occasion, Lastly international brands entering India cannot ignore the fact that Indian consumer is discerning and cannot be taken for granted. Therefore the issue is not about Indian influence on western fashion, it is also about how the west should view the Indians on a level playing ield and on our terms.!

hair styles

Keep it short
If you’re tired of dealing with your curls or you’re in need of a new look, the easiest option is to shave your hair. Doing this yourself, however, is not recommended. You might get the front and sides reasonably shaped with the clippers, but the back and neck areas are sure to suffer. Find yourself a real barber shop and explain what you want.Clippers have numbered cut ratios -- the lower the number the closer the cut. Perhaps you want a 1 on the sides and back with a 2 or 3 on top? Or you could follow the lead ofJustin Timberlake who transformed himself form boy-bandicon to mature sex symbol by cutting his curly locks extremely short all over.For a more modest and conservative look when maintaining curly hair, try Will Ferrell’s short and neat style. A bit of curl is still present, but it doesn’t require much management time in the morning.
Go long

Another option for maintaining curly hair is to take a break from those barber shop visits and let your hair grow out. You can go in for a quick trim around the edges every other month just to keep it in check if you like, but make sure you ask for a scissor-only cut. You’ll get a cleaner cut that allows your hair to be softer and much more subtle to the touch. In this category for maintaining curly hair, you have two distinct options. The first is the Superbad manfro of Jonah Hill; it might look unkept at first, but give it a try. The other side of the long-hair coin is the much more thought-out, sophisticated style of Adrian Grenier. Note that this look will take a few months to achieve since you’ll have to grow out your hair before you can have it trimmed and shaped properly.

DG fashions

DG Fashion refers to styles of dress (but can also include cuisine, literature, art, architecture, and general comportment) that are popular in a culture at any given time. Such styles may change quickly, and "fashion" in the more colloquial sense refers to the latest version of these styles. Inherent in the term is the idea that the mode will change more quickly than the culture as a whole.

The terms "fashionable" and "unfashionable" are employed to describe whether someone or something fits in with the current or even not so current, popular mode of expression. The term "fashion" is frequently used in a positive sense, as a synonym for glamour, beauty and style. In this sense, fashions are a sort of communal art, through which a culture examines its notions of beauty and goodness. The term "fashion" is also sometimes used in a negative sense, as a synonym for fads and trends, and materialism. A number of cities are recognised as global fashion centres and are recognised for their fashion weeks, where designers exhibit their new clothing collections to audiences. These cities arehyderabad, New York City, Milan, Paris, and London. Other cities, mainly Los Angeles, Tokyo, São Paulo, Sydney, and Dubai also hold fashion weeks and are better recognised every year.

An important part of fashion is fashion journalism. Editorial critique and commentary can be found in magazines, newspapers, on television, fashion websites and in fashion blogs.

At the beginning of the 20th century, fashion magazines began to include photographs and became even more influential than in the past. In cities throughout the world these magazines were greatly sought-after and had a profound effect on public taste. Talented illustrators drew exquisite fashion plates for the publications which covered the most recent developments in fashion and beauty. Perhaps the most famous of these magazines was La Gazette du Bon Ton which was founded in 1912 by Lucien Vogel and regularly published until 1925 (with the exception of the war years).

Vogue, founded in the US in 1902, has been the longest-lasting and most successful of the hundreds of fashion magazines that have come and gone. Increasing affluence after World War II and, most importantly, the advent of cheap colour printing in the 1960s led to a huge boost in its sales, and heavy coverage of fashion in mainstream women's magazines - followed by men's magazines from the 1990s. Haute couture designers followed the trend by starting the ready-to-wear and perfume lines, heavily advertised in the magazines, that now dwarf their original couture businesses. Television coverage began in the 1950s with small fashion features. In the 1960s and 1970s, fashion segments on various entertainment shows became more frequent, and by the 1980s, dedicated fashion shows like FashionTelevision started to appear. Despite television and increasing internet coverage, including fashion blogs, press coverage remains the most important form of publicity in the eyes of the industry.

Tops
Blouse · Crop top · Dress shirt · Halterneck · Henley shirt · Hoodie · Jersey · Polo shirt · Shirt · Sleeveless shirt · Sweater · T-shirt · Turtleneck


Trousers / Pants
Bell-bottoms · Bermuda shorts · Boxer shorts · Capri pants · Cargo pants · Culottes · Cycling shorts · Jeans · Overall · Parachute pants · Shorts · Sweatpants · Windpants


Skirts
Ballerina skirt · Broomstick skirt · Hobble skirt · Jean skirt · Job skirt · Leather skirt · Kilt · Poodle skirt · Prairie skirt · Miniskirt · Slip · Skort


Dresses
Ball gown · Cocktail dress · Evening gown · Gown · Jumper dress · Little black dress · Petticoat · Sari · Sundress · Tea gown · Wedding dress


Suits / Uniforms
Gymslip · Morning dress · Pantsuit · Scrubs · Tuxedo · White coat


Accessories
Belt · Bow tie · Leg warmer · Leggings · Necktie · Suspenders · Tights


Outerwear
Blazer · Cloak · Coat · Duffle coat · Frock coat · Jacket · Opera coat · Overcoat · Poncho · Raincoat · Redingote · Shawl · Shrug · Top coat · Trench coat · Greatcoat · Vest · Waistcoat


Footwear
Athletic shoe · Boot · Dress shoe · Hosiery · Sandal · Shoe · Slipper · Sock


Headwear
Hat · Cap · Helmet · Hood


Special needs
Adaptive clothing · Locking clothing


Historical garments
Banyan · Bodice · Breeching · Breeches · Brunswick · Chemise · Doublet · Farthingale · Frock · Hose · Jerkin · Justacorps · Polonaise · Smock-frock · Toga · Tunic


National costume
Aboyne dress · African · Dashiki · Dirndl · Djellaba · Galabeya · Jellabiya · Jilbāb · Kilt · Kimono · Sampot · Sarafan · Sari · Sarong


Clothing parts
Back closure · Buckle · Button · Collar · Cuff · Fly · Hemline · Hook-and-eye · Lapel · Pocket · Shoulder pad · Sleeve · Snap · Top button · Waistline · Zipper


History and surveys
Ancient Rome · Ancient world · Anglo-Saxon · Byzantine · Early Medieval Europe · Clothing terminology · Han China · History of clothing and textiles · History of Western fashion series (1100s-2000s) · Timeline of clothing and textiles technology