April 13, 2010
Finding The Best Watch Or Clock
It’s hard to find someone who doesn’t have at least a single clock in their home and a watch in their wardrobe. Finding the perfect watch can make your outfits look better, while the perfect clock can make a home look more stylish. If you’re shopping around for a new clock or watch, this article might have some suggestions to help you figure out what to purchase.
When choosing a wall clock, first decide where it is going to be hung. You need to know whether you can purchase a clock that plugs into the wall or if you need one that runs on batteries. Also, since these clocks come in many sizes, measure the spot where you are going to hang it to ensure you get the right size.
There are many kinds of wall clocks to choose from and they come on all kinds of shapes and sizes. Before committing to a clock, make sure you have enough space on the wall to accommodate it. You can do this by measuring the place where you are going to put it. If there is a power socket close by, then you can buy a clock that does not require batteries.
Take a note of what the decor looks like in the room where the clock will be hung. This way, you will be sure to get a clock that looks good in that space. Find out how much weight the wall can support to ensure you get a clock that isn’t too heavy for it. If you have lots of trouble seeing, you might want to look at graphic lcd clocks with large numbers.
You may not be able to find an lcd clock that is to your liking. If this is the case, you can buy a custom lcd. This means that you can program it to tell the time in any way you want, or even show a moving image or picture also.
If you need a watch that can be used for sports and everyday wear, you might want to invest in a digital sport watch. Since these come in a wide range of styles and sizes, they actually can be quite versatile and trendy. A watch with a leather strap will go with nearly anything.
A more formal watch will have a metal strap that is platinum, silver, or gold in color. Try to buy one that is simple and elegant, so it can go with any outfit and be in style for many years to come.
There are tons of clocks and watches to choose from. If you know where it is going to be used, choosing the right one will be much easier for you.
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November 5, 2009
How An Apple Should Pick a Sexy Swimsuit
How does an “Apple” pick the perfect swimsuit? I’m sure you know we don’t mean a fruit. We’re talking about one of the common body types. How do you determine if your shape is an Apple? Your bust and hip measurements are the answer. Apple shapes have a bust measurement that’s at least 3″ greater than the hip measurement.
What kind of swimwear should you wear to make yourself look more like the hourglass shape? A good choice is finding swimwear that will de-emphasize your bust and emphasize your hips. It’s also important to conside your cup size. Apple shapes usually have larger cup sizes such as C,D and bigger. So the bikini top must provide both ample support and draw attention away. That sounds like a tall order. However, it’s not that hard if you know what kind of swimwear to look at.
Apple shapes look good in Halter and Underwire tops. Both provide support and shape for large busts. You don’t need push-up pads if you’re choosing Underwire so make sure there are none or are removeable. Otheriwise you will look larger than you already are. You don’t want to create the opposite effect. There is a special style of Halter called a Banded Halter. There is added support from a “band” that goes all around the body right underneath the bust (unlike a typical Halter top). Solid dark colors are a good choice to take away any emphasis.
You want to emphasize and draw eyes to your bottom by choosing a good amount of fabric and embellishments. Stay away from tiny string bikini bottoms. Believe it or not, string bikini bottoms actually make your hips look slimmer. More shapely hips are what the Apple shape should look for. You can’t go wrong in choosing a hipster bottom for that effect. Make color choices that are bright. Solid and patterns are both great (a solid color top with a patterned bottom is ideal). Want some ideal bottom choices? Look for ruffles, ruching, shirring, rhinestones, beads, and metal rings.
There’s no need to be afraid of choosing swimsuits that look hot. Whether it’s on the beach, at the pool, or anyplace else, you need to feel great and look confident in your sexy swimwear.
Filed under Clothing & Apparel by artnet