tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33576631258286285942024-02-08T02:50:53.037-08:00Fashion 2014Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16260004751301366296noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3357663125828628594.post-19702835764333413872014-09-05T08:40:00.000-07:002014-09-05T09:53:35.046-07:00Fashion Accessories for Women: The Golden Cuff Bracelet<div style="text-align: justify;">
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Expert Author Jennifer Delrue
This spring, let's not forget about fashion accessories for women when we are choosing our new fashion trends. There are so many different and unique pieces of jewellery available to you today including the golden cuff bracelet that can help you turn an old wardrobe into something seemingly new and improved! You have likely already seen this style sported by celebrities in the media and you too can benefit from this fun accessory!
Celebrities including Jennifer Lopez and Beyoncé are both fans of big cuffs and worn as part of their everyday look. </div>
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Let's discuss the different pieces of women's clothing you can pair this bold bracelet with. First and foremost I would suggest dresses for women. This spring and summer, the fashion trends are going to focus on dresses and skirts for women and if you already own some neutral versions of these trends we can help you easily update them. What you can do is transform your pencil skirt from office wear to evening wear by adding fashion accessories for women; specifically the golden cuff bracelet.
Casual tops and fashion tops can be paired with a great pair of skinny jeans or neutral bottoms and you have the perfect canvas to accessorize with! These golden cuff bracelets can easily be paired with oversized earrings and dangling necklaces to create a glamorous look for the day or the evening. </div>
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The fashion accessories for women today are more often than not hand crafted and include unique focal points such as beads and gemstones. There are many different cuff style bracelets available and because of this you have an incredible variety to choose from to match with absolutely any outfit you have in mind.
With your casual clothing collection in mind consider the following cuff bracelets: the metal cuff, gold sequins cuff, vintage metal cuff and the multi-colored sequins cuff. Each of these can help to create an effortless chic style associated with true casual wear. My advice when choosing to wear a big golden cuff is to keep the rest of your fashion accessories for women simple. Let the cuff acts as the focal point of your outfit for an eye catching style. </div>
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Although I am suggesting the golden cuff bracelet for this upcoming spring season, this jewellery option can easily be worn and utilized year round which makes it a great investment. No one wants to be constantly buying newer and trendier fashion accessories for women as the trends change; the golden cuff bracelet is here to stay. Take a risk this year and consider the golden cuff bracelet to go with your little black dress in order to spice it up or to match with your white dress to put your own stamp on a classic style.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16260004751301366296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3357663125828628594.post-23991055361669159542014-01-04T22:15:00.002-08:002014-08-27T07:36:46.087-07:00How to Make a New Year's Resolution That Doesn't Suck<h1 style="text-align: justify;">
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It's completely normal when the clock strikes midnight to want to
revamp everything in your life to make you a new and improved person.
But how many times have you made those same resolutions to forget them
all by February? How can you make THIS year, 2014, the year that you
succeed?<br />
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It's actually a lot easier than you think. <strong>Don't make resolutions that suck.</strong>
First of all, let's not call them "resolutions," let's call them goals.
Resolutions tend to have a negative context of deprivation or "cutting
back", which puts a bad taste in your mouth right off the bat.<br />
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Now
let's talk specifics. If one of your goals are like most everyone else,
to get healthy, get in shape or get fit this year, then your goal
sucks. Yes, I am a dietitian, and I'm telling you to throw your "get
fit" goal out the window. This goal sucks because it's not measurable.
How do you achieve getting healthy or getting "in-shape?" Maybe you
think getting healthy means having normal cholesterol numbers or getting
down to a normal weight, or getting in-shape as being able to bench
press 250 lbs ten times or run 5 miles without stopping- then THAT is
your goal. To make a meaningful goal for 2014, define what it is for you
that means getting fit or getting in shape, and make that your goal.
Put a number on it, and put a time-frame on it. If getting in shape to
you means being able to walk up the 4 flights of stairs to your office
without huffing and puffing by March, then THAT is your goal. So, step
one: make goals, not resolutions, and make them specific.<br />
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The second step to making sure your 2014 goals don't suck is to <strong>make sure your goals mean something to you</strong>.
Sounds easy enough, but it's not. Many people make their resolutions
because it's what other people want them to do, or to be, or not to be.
Your goals have to be for YOU, not for your significant other, not for
your doctor, not for your family. If your spouse wants you to stop
smoking, but you know deep down you're not ready and it's not truly what
YOU want, then you can't make that a goal for yourself. If your doctor
wants you to lose 20 lbs but you could care less what the scale says,
then that's not a meaningful goal to you. If you really want to get into
a 2 piece bathing suit and feel comfortable in your own skin by the
time your summer cruise comes around, then that is your goal. If you
want to be able to pick up your grandkids and push them on the swings
without back pain or feeling out of breath, then THAT is your goal.
Figure out what you truly want to accomplish, not what others tell you
you should want to accomplish.<br />
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The third step to achieving your goals this year is to be <strong>realistic</strong>.
If you didn't step foot on a treadmill one time last year, please don't
make your goal to walk every single day for one hour per day. That's
just not realistic. If you've never cooked a meal at home and your goal
is to cook dinner 7 nights a week, you're setting yourself up for
failure. A better goal would be to walk on the treadmill for 30 minutes 4
days a week and cook dinner at home 3 days a week (making enough
leftovers for 2 nights worth of meals) and leave one day open for eating
out or ordering in. Also, if you absolutely hate walking on the
treadmill in the garage, why are you making that a goal? The goal is not
to inflict as much punishment on yourself as possible in 2014. Find
something you love- go try a Zumba class or join an indoor soccer league
and make those activities part of your goal. Being realistic also means
not making 15 different goals all at once. Make 3 or 4 big ones and
concentrate on those until you've achieved them. If May comes around and
you've hit 3 of the 4, then you can start focusing on new goals or
other areas of your life. Overwhelming yourself with too many goals or
giving yourself unrealistic expectations is the number one reason for
failure.<br />
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Step four: Write it down. Don't just dream it up and
forget it. Get an old-fashioned pen and paper, write it out and stick it
on the fridge. Don't hide your goals when you have friends over. Let
them be known and hold yourself accountable. Keep track of your
progress. Every time you get closer to achieving that goal, write it
down on that piece of paper. Enlist a goal buddy or buddies. Share each
others goals, keep in touch and give encouragement when needed. When you
figure out what your big goals are, make smaller goals with a
time-frame in mind to help you achieve your big goals. For example, if
your goal for 2014 is to run a mile in 7 minutes (because that's what
you figured out <em>being in shape</em> means to you), your weekly goal
to help you get there would be to run at least a mile 3 times per week.
If your goal is to cut down on the clutter in your house, a weekly goal
would be to throw away or donate 5 things you don't use per week. Making
weekly goals will force you to go back and look at your overall goals
and keep them fresh in your mind.<br />
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The most important thing is to make goals that are going to <strong>make you feel good</strong>.
Of course, eating healthfully and exercising automatically helps with
that, but if resolving to cut down on your restaurant rendezvous with
your girlfriends causes you more stress than happiness, turn it into a
positive goal like finding a healthy cooking class to join with your
friends or starting a Saturday morning run ritual with your best buds.<br />
So
tonight, keep these steps in mind as you're thinking about your new
goals and feel free to have a glass of champagne and a smile to toast to
the amazing year that lies ahead.<br />
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Do you want to:</div>
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Feel better, look better, or gain more
energy? Improve your health? Lose weight? Lower your blood pressure or
cholesterol? Change your families eating habits? Stop the yo-yo cycle of
dieting? Small changes= BIG results.</div>
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I am a registered dietitian
specializing in weight loss. I won't just hand you a pre-packaged
program like Nutrisystem and Weight Watchers. Because no two people are
alike, no two weight loss programs should be alike.</div>
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Diets don't
work- "live-its" do. Instead of providing a generic plan you can follow
for a few weeks where you lose a few pounds then gain it all back when
you're tired of drinking the shakes or eating the pre-prepared meals,
I'll guide you on the path of making small weekly changes to your
routine that bring big results.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16260004751301366296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3357663125828628594.post-23681120288053298272014-01-04T22:00:00.003-08:002014-01-04T22:00:53.651-08:00Seasonal Men's Clothing Options<h1 style="text-align: justify;">
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While some men follow fashion trends and are always in style,
other men wear whatever is clean even if it is not appropriate for the
season or occasion. Men who dress to impress tailor their apparel to the
season and reason, transforming themselves into walking fashion posters
for men's clothing lines. Learn how to be seasonally appropriate when
dressing in order to make a positive impression.<br />
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Nautical, muted
animal prints, and blurred camo are the current summer fashion trends
for men. Stylish males look as comfortable in the woods as they do out
at sea. Even the most upscale fashion labels have gone sporty this
season, offering clothing inspired by yachting, hunting, and even
diving. Moderation is the key to making these designs work. Wear camo
shorts with a plain t-shirt and sneakers or a nautical sweater with
khaki pants and loafers.<br />
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Black leather, camo prints, plaids,
cuffed pants, statement scarves, and the color burgundy represent the
most popular trends for men this coming fall. Men should stock up on
bold neckwear, don camo pants or jackets, and hit the streets. Plaids
will also be hot and can be found on everything from socks, to ties, to
jackets. Burgundy shoes, coats, accessories, and statement pieces are
other recommended additions.<br />
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Winter 2013-14 will be comfortable
thanks to home-spun knitwear that is comfortable without being too
bulky. Combining patterned and solid clothing will mark a notable
divergence from past seasons. Separates will feature sharp tailoring
including skinny silhouettes and peaked lapels. Black will carry over
from fall to winter and make an appearance in minimalist uniform
dressing. Blues and nautical fashions may also continue to be popular.<br />
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London,
Paris, and Milan fashion weeks revealed that spring and summer 2014
fashions will have a heavy sportswear influence. Zip tops, neoprene
hoodies, tracksuit trousers, and checked suits with bandana print
scarves were the highlights of these shows. Men should stay sporty
during the warm weather seasons of 2014. They should also be prepared to
embrace flowers, as floral prints will be hot next spring.<br />
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Use
these men's clothing trends to design seasonal wardrobes for the
upcoming year because being in style contributes to an air of pride and
self-confidence. First impressions are powerful, so use fashion to make
them positive and enhance business and personal relationships. Dressing
stylishly during every season can make any man feel like a million bucks
and attract others who are always in style.<br />
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What are the latest fashion trends
in men's clothing? ShoppersComplex.com offers tips on all of the latest
trends as well as incredible prices at some of your favorite clothing
outlets. For more information, please click here to visit our website.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16260004751301366296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3357663125828628594.post-61621670868824110012014-01-03T00:42:00.001-08:002014-01-03T00:42:47.972-08:00Advances in How Baby Dinosaurs Are Depicted In Models in 2014<h1 style="text-align: justify;">
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<strong><u>Advances in How Baby Dinosaurs are Depicted in Models</u></strong><br />
Dinosaur
models have been around for the best part of a hundred years or so.
From the first models made from wood and metal to the more modern toys
and replicas manufactured from plastic that became more prevalent after
the second World War. For a very long time, prehistoric animal model
ranges were dominated by just a few key species, naturally, <em>Tyrannosaurus rex</em> figures feature predominately, but alongside <em>T. rex</em>
there were the likes of the horned dinosaur Triceratops and the
bizarre, plated, herbivorous Stegosaurus. However, virtually all of the
early model ranges portrayed dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures
as adult animals, very few attempts were made by the mainstream
manufacturers to depict young, or juveniles.<br />
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<strong><u>Early Models Now Known to be Inaccurate</u></strong><br />
Many
of these early replicas are now known to be highly inaccurate
representations of extinct fauna. More fossil finds and advanced
research techniques such as computerised tomography and digital
renderings have enabled palaeontologists to re-construct what are now
believed to be much more accurate models. However, fashion and trends,
so often influenced by films, books and television programmes would have
also played a role in the design of replicas. For example, a feathered
<em>T. rex</em> produced in the 1960s would have been difficult to
accept for most professional toy collectors, although the likes of Henry
Govier Seeley had presented a case for feathered Theropod dinosaurs as
early as the 1880s.<br />
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<strong><u>Lack of Models of Baby Dinosaurs</u></strong><br />
Although
most of the dinosaur that have ever lived did not reach adulthood (most
dinosaurs in any given population not reaching maturity due to high
levels of mortality), few models of baby dinosaurs or juveniles were
produced during the first "boom" years of dinosaur model manufacturing
in the 1960s and 1970s. Safari Ltd (based in the United States), did
make a model of a Protoceratops with a nest and some hatching eggs, when
the Carnegie Collectibles series of prehistoric animal replicas came
into being, but the model was soon retired. Protoceratops (the name
means "first horned face", is a Ceratopsian dinosaur known from fossils
found in Mongolia and China. Later on, this company made a model of the
Ornithopod Maiasaura with a nest and young also. However, it was many
years before Safari Ltd set about making a baby dinosaur to be sold as a
model without any adult animals to accompany it and to the best of our
knowledge, all the baby dinosaur made by Safari Ltd are within their not
to scale model range.<br />
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<strong><u>New Models of Baby Dinosaurs Expected</u></strong><br />
More
recently, a number of other mainstream toy and model manufacturers have
made replicas of young dinosaurs, no doubt influenced by successful
films such as Disney's "Dinosaur" that came out at the turn of the
Century, or the "Land Before Time" franchise.<br />
A number of
beautifully preserved fossils of juvenile dinosaurs have been found in
the last decade or so, many of these specimens are almost complete.
Palaeontologists therefore have a much better understanding of how
dinosaurs grew and how they changed as they matured. The new baby
Triceratops dinosaur model from Papo for example, shows a young dinosaur
with small horns, a relatively large head and big eyes. Scientists now
have a better idea of what baby dinosaurs looked like, the way they
grew (ontogeny) and as a result model makers have been able to
incorporate this new knowledge into the model making programmes.<br />
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Strategy and implementation in 2014 ECM - what it means for your organization and you.<br />
Enterprise
Content Management (ECM) covers a wide variety of different areas in
technology including ways to capture, store, preserve, retrieve, and
deliver content. All of which is accomplished by a set of strategies,
methods, and tools that enable small and large organizations to maintain
and manage their business processes. Many of the professionals in this
industry may also describe enterprise content management as managing
electronic data and files from the cradle to the grave. Therefore, it is
important for businesses to implement an enterprise information
strategy that will manage the company's electronic information
throughout its life cycle.<br />
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<strong>Tracking Enterprise Content From Its Inception</strong><br />
With
an effective enterprise content management system in place, businesses
can track the actual flow of their content via the systems that it
touches from its inception until its completion and storage. One of the
main objectives of these kinds of systems is creating the content's
value by linking the content that has been secured with people and
processes.<br />
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When a business has an effective enterprise information
management system in place, it can help the company with managing
unstructured data. So, one of its primary focuses is to deliver the
right data to the right people. So, the system must be able to provide
the right details in a timely manner. In fact, if these enterprise
information systems have been deployed properly, they can also help
entire organizations with managing all kinds of electronic content,
while the system also promotes collaboration within internal and
external organizations.With the right enterprise content system,
business owners can also expect consistent processes to be performed
across the board.<br />
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<strong>ECMs and Unstructured Data</strong>- One
of the top features of any enterprise content management system is
being able to handle unstructured data in an organized fashion. Since
unstructured data has no specific order and it cannot be found in a
database, these systems must perform numerous complex tasks in an
organized way. Therefore, the activities that it performs reaches beyond
the normal document manage processes. Which means, these systems are
designed with a wide variety of different features. Many of which
includes the following features.<br />
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<strong>Document Capture Features</strong> - This system feature is responsible for capturing an image of the paper files and storing them as electronic data.<br />
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<strong>Document Management Features </strong>-
User has the ability to perform numerous activities including searching
document info, accessing it after storage and delivering it to someone
else in the organization that needs it.<br />
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<strong>Digital Asset Management</strong> - Since these enterprise content management systems house a diversity of media, it is also used to manage audio, video and images.<br />
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<strong>Business Process management/Work-flow</strong>
- When a document is scanned into an enterprise content management
system, the information is captured in a digital format. As a result,
the document can be sent to a specific group of people, approved by
upper manage, and tracked by those who have an interest or need.<br />
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<strong>Records Retention and Archiving Features </strong>-
Retention and archiving features are designed to allow companies to
comply with both company and regulatory requirements. Therefore, the
documents can be automatically stored and accessed on demand.<br />
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With Christmas right around the corner, it can only mean one
thing; a New Year is dawning. In the world of fashion a New Year
provides great opportunity, a chance to change an image, freshen up
looks and give your wardrobe a good spring clean.<br />
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I am a huge fan
of a lot of the big named labels which is why I constantly find myself
keeping up to date with the latest styles and the newest introductions
to men's fashion. It is refreshing to see in a New Year and witness the
changing fashion seasons. However, for the everyday man who is not as
concerned as me as to Fashion and its ever-changing demands, keeping up
to date with everything and ensuring your look stays fresh can be a
daunting and highly time-consuming task.<br />
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With some of the leading
fashion labels having already released their collections for
Spring/Summer 2014 I have decided to break down my personal favourite
trends in order to help give you an idea of what is in and what is out.<br />
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Below are my top picks that I personally think will dominate the early part of the New Year...<br />
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Floral Patterns- A daunting concept for some of the more macho men but
floral patterns seem to be making a huge impact on men's fashion.
Prada's show 'Menacing Paradise' showed off just how big floral patterns
are set to be with shirts that echoed the Hawaii of decades past. If a
floral shirt is a little too much for you then consider a little dose of
flower power here and there but either way this is set to be a big
trend amongst the fashion fanatics in 2014.</li>
<li> Double Breasted Blazers- The classic styles are always favoured
by many and no matter what happens; they never seem to fully go out of
fashion. In the new season, double-breasted blazers are set to make a
huge comeback, in fact the entire wardrobe of the classic sixties man is
set to be fully embraced in the New Year. As a fan of quality, timeless
gentlemanly attire; this is one of my personal favourites.</li>
<li> Colours- For the quiet and reserved gentleman, bright colours may
seem a little much but this season they are set to be vital in the
world of fashion. Think a little splash of colour- Burberry showed us
how at their recent show by pairing the signature brown Burberry coat
with bright green jumpers and so on- an eclectic mix but a great way to
brighten any wardrobe.</li>
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The above are my personal picks of what I believe will no doubt be leading must have items in the world of men's designer clothing
in 2014. Whether you like to keep your wardrobe updated or just want an
insight into what you can do to maintain the latest trends; check out
all of the latest collections from leading designers. Above all embrace
your own personality in your fashion choices so whether it is a little
of the above points, a lot of the above points or perhaps even none;
make your fashion your own.<br />
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Richard Atkinson is the director at leading mens designer
clothing store Ted Williams Menswear, specialising in everything from
leading fashion designers including Armani Jeans and Paul Smith.</div>
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When it comes to fashion, women have shown time and time again
that they'll do anything to stand out. From exotic-looking purses, to
imported designer threads from Italy, fitted jeans that provide a
"lift," and a prized pair of Jimmy Choo stilettos, today's woman wants
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But sometimes in order to do that, women must
venture away from the traditional powerhouse shoe designers like Prada,
Gucci, and Fendi and go towards lesser-known and even up-and-comer
designer shoe companies. It's why women from all over the world are
clamoring for the latest fad - Brazilian fashion.</div>
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Check any
international runway and you'll quickly spot Brazilian influence.
Whether it's a superstar supermodel like Adriana Lima, who hails from
Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, or Rio Grande do Sul native, Gisele Bundchen,
who has been largely credited with ending the "heroin chic" look of
modern-day models, and instead bringing a healthier looking woman to the
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But it's not just the breathtakingly beautiful models
that are getting attention on international fashion runways. Fashion
designs themselves are getting some Brazilian flair, including bold,
lively colors, including rich reds, coral, yellow, and white, with
subtle metallic accents, including belts and jewelry. Victoria's Secret
even devoted its entire swimsuit catalog to Brazilian-inspired swimwear!</div>
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You
can even find Brazilian inspiration in today's popular shoes. Gone are
subtle, demure heels. Instead they've been replaced by thick, chunky
four-inch heels, and huge blocks of color from designers such as Luz da
Lua and Morena Rosa. Paired with a mini skirt, shorts, a fringe dress,
or a fitted pair of capris and you've got "hot, hot, hot!"</div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
Much of
fashion's gravitation towards Brazil can stem from its energy and
attitude, and shows no signs of slowing down. When the economic
recession has crumbled many countries, including the U.S., Brazil
actually showed a staggering 9% increase in economic growth during the
first quarter of 2010. And all one needs to do is check out Sao Paulo
Fashion week to believe the words Suleman Anaya wrote in The Business of
Fashion magazine - "Brazil believes in itself."</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Credit the World
Cup (2014) and the Olympic Games (2016) for a sudden wave of optimism in
Brazil, which is reflected in everything from fashion, to music, to pop
culture, and of course, in the attitude of its citizens, many of whom
have jumped into an ever-growing middle class.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
The women of
Brazil, in particular, are getting more and more opportunities with
education and in the case of Bundchen and Lima - super-stardom through
modeling. Brazil has now become a hot bed for producing supermodels.
Because of this, they carry themselves differently. They walk taller.
They stand proud. They see a world of possibilities that were once not
afforded to them.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
It's this sudden wave of confidence that makes
this country, and its production of high-fashion goods more attractive
than ever. In fact, people are scouring to be a part of Brazil's lively
boom in culture and economy, with such confidence becoming almost
contagious. And when it's comes to confidence - that is truly the
sexiest accessory a woman could ever wear.</div>
</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16260004751301366296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3357663125828628594.post-68936543279861861502014-01-02T00:43:00.000-08:002014-01-03T00:43:53.430-08:00Thinking Ahead to 2014, Part II - Preparing Your SEO Tactics and Strategizing for the Coming Year<h1 style="text-align: justify;">
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<em>
By
John Charles Trace </em></div>
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This week, we've got part two in our series of articles looking
at how we can prepare and plan our SEO tactics for the coming year. We
started looking specifically at content creation and how it will have a
significant influence upon SEO strategies in the coming months.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<strong><em>Authorship:</em></strong>
You already know that the social interaction and human activity your
content generates can impact your ratings with the search engines. The
next step to ensuring your profile on line is notices is to establish a
firm footing online as the author of your work. Authoring your work
makes you visible to Google Author Rank so that all your content is
noticed, not just because of the user interaction with it, but because
Google can see who wrote it. This is vital, particularly when you are
working toward building a reputation as an expert in your field. Do your
best to get your content out there as much as possible, but in a
natural way. In addition to your own blog and news, add a variety of
different content posts to your weekly list of new content. It sounds
like a lot of hard work but it will pay off tremendously.Go easy with
the guest posting however. We are expecting Google will be paying much
more attention to guest blog posts in the very near future - and there
are a number of experts who agree with us. By all means share your
content with more and varied audiences but be very careful about
entering into old fashioned back-link building by posting guest blogs
full of meaningless, keyword loaded drivel; it won't help you at all.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<strong><em>Blanket link building won't work anymore:</em></strong>
Google will be continuing to fine tune their algorithms so they can
measure the quality and natural growth of links to and from a website.
It is going to make link building much harder. The old, traditional
methods of back-link building are just not effective any ore and they
will be even less so in the coming months. Google has waged war against
spam advertising and 'fake' activity in all its forms. The algorithms
are looking for patterns which reveal real relationships and high levels
of human activity. We're not saying stop creating links; we're saying
create opportunities for links and encourage them with your content.
Building links is going to involve much more careful thought, planning
and execution.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<strong><em>Choose your text and keywords carefully:</em></strong>
Penguin is also on the look-out for websites which look 'too'
optimized; more than 30% of the text was identical with unnatural
repetition of key phrases. It looks awful, unprofessional and definitely
puts real customers off. (Sadly, there are so many businesses out there
that have paid good money to have their website content SEO optimized,
and have instead ended up with an adverse effect because the levels of
anchor text were so high. Penguin can spot the fakes! There are a lot of
cowboys out there claiming to know what they are doing, and in fact,
they have caused damage. Be very careful and only talk to real experts
who understand how much the world of SEO is changing.) The key here is
to create your content carefully, choosing your keywords and text wisely
and creating links which will be organic in their growth.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<strong><em>Don't underestimate the importance of looking good:</em></strong>
We've already mentioned on many occasions that enhancing the user
experience is how to raise your profile online. Design is a vital part
of this. The first impression you give to visitors when they find you is
critical to inviting them to stay for a while. While this may sound
ridiculously obvious, and it is, in practice we are still seeing
countless businesses having less than attractive websites built. Not
everyone has an eye for design, not all businesses understand the
importance of design to build a brand identity. If you really want to
succeed online and attract people, design has to be part of your focus.
Make re-vamping and re-designing your website part of your SEO strategy
for the coming year.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<strong><em>Be Welcoming:</em></strong> it
will help you build relationships and trust - to build your brand. It is
a powerful way to project a way of life, an aspiration and a mood to
your users. While this may all sound very jargon and as though we've
just swallowed a marketing handbook, it is a fact. Good design attracts
customers, points them in the right direction and encourages them to
relate to you, read your content, share it and interact. It also helps
you to look like a real professional in your field and increases the
perceived value of your content. Your online (brand) identity must be
created using design, content and multimedia so that it will generate
natural, organic activity - the stuff Penguin loves!</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
What this
means for website owners is the need for high quality in all content. If
your websites are not designed, written and created beautifully, then
it will absolutely have an adverse effect on your rankings.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
The idea here is to attract <em>real</em> people by making them <em>really</em> interested in <em>real</em> information. PageRank, Author Rank, Penguin - all they are looking for is where the crowd is gathering and enjoying itself.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
If
you get your brand, your voice and your message right, by planning
carefully now, there is no reason you can't achieve great things for
your business over the coming year.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Next week, in part three, we look at what we can expect form social media in the coming year leading to 2014.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16260004751301366296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3357663125828628594.post-66338934960532721562014-01-01T20:43:00.000-08:002014-01-03T20:43:37.512-08:00Famous Fashion Designers<h1 style="text-align: justify;">
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<em>
By
Trishia Lopez </em></div>
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Fashion designers use flair and know-how to create everything
from hospital uniforms to the eye-popping outfits worn by rock stars and
models. Jobs for fashion designers are expected to grow more slowly
than the average for all careers through 2014, according to government
economists. A study of the work of several other fashion designers
records how fashion changed throughout the decade.<br />
<br />
Fashion<br />
<br />
Fashion
design is also a labor of love, requiring long hours and little chance
of superstardom -- but for many, the work itself is the reward. Fashion
designers, in fact, are some of the most creative and eclectic people
that you will ever meet. Men's fashions during the 19th and 20th
centuries have been conservative and dull in comparison to women's. The
fashion industry is a big part of our economy. Here is a short list:
Chanel Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel (1883-1971) created feminine fashion
that provided the feeling of luxury and combined traditional women's
clothing with styles, fabrics, and articles of clothing used by men.
Her fashion revolution liberated women to express their femininity with
elegance and grace.<br />
<br />
The Hollywood film "The Devil Wears Prada",
starring Meryl Streep, has brought a lot of attention to the world of
fashion. More information about Prada Versace Gianni Versace
(1946-1997) became interested in fashion working in his mother's small
dress shop. By 1978 he had become a design leader of women's and men's
fashions. More information about Giorgio Armani Jean-Paul Gaultier
(1952- ) is a French fashion designer who never received formal design
training. In 1967 he purchased the Polo label and launched a world-wide
fashion empire that includes clothing lines for men and women.<br />
<br />
Fashion<br />
<br />
The
high prices commanded by the fashionable Fendi purses have created a
large market for fake goods from Asia bearing logos that are eerily
similar to the inverted FF. In 1985, they took part in a fashion show
featuring "New Talent", and the following year, they presented their
first independent women's ready-to-wear show. You'd have to be walking
around with a shopping bag over your head to not realize that fashion is
everywhere. In order to succeed in the often cutthroat--and frequently
debt-ridden--world of fashion, designers can no longer hide behind
their model's skirts.<br />
<br />
Most fashion designers, however, work for
apparel manufacturers, creating designs of men's, women's, and
children's fashions for the mass market. Employment growth for fashion
designers will be slowed, however, by declines in the apparel
manufacturing industries Designers in most fields are expected to face
strong competition for available positions.<br />
<br />
Most women of means
had a dressmaker who would create garments according to the latest
fashions. Instead of catering strictly to a few wealthy clients,
coveted fashion designers now create product lines ranging from perfumes
to pantyhose that can reach consumers at every price point. "Consumers
at the middle and lower level have realized they can get just as good a
fashion direction with clothing at disposable prices that they can wear
once and throw away--or if it falls apart, who cares.<br />
<br />
</div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
Trishia Lopez is a successful Webmaster and publisher of
www.TheFashionGurus.com [http://www.TheFashionGurus.com/]. She provides
more information about Fashion and fashion issues
[http://www.TheFashionGurus.com/] that you can research in your pajamas
on her website.</div>
</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16260004751301366296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3357663125828628594.post-54427572001725770222014-01-01T00:33:00.000-08:002014-01-03T00:34:27.288-08:00Winter Fashion: Top Picks For 2014<h1 style="text-align: justify;">
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<em>
By
R Atkinson </em></div>
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With Christmas only a few weeks away, a few of us will be
scrambling around and making that mad dash to find the perfect present.
Gift giving is no easy task particularly if you have an infamously fussy
person in your life which is why a little help and support can go a
long way.<br />
<br />
I am sure you all agree, as I do myself, that it is
often us men that can be the most fussy of the bunch. After years of
receiving ties and socks with shocking prints and beer glasses and board
games that we probably will never play; my aim is to ensure that you
the gift giver, actually get on the right path and give something
memorable and worthwhile this year.<br />
<br />
It is never too late to find a
gift that is appreciated and most importantly; actually used which is
why I have put together my top picks that will either give you the right
answer or at least nudge you towards it.<br />
<br />
With winter well and
truly underway, keeping warm is what matters to even the most fussy man
and hopefully my top winter picks will help...<br />
<ul>
<li> Paul
Smith Socks- If you are insistent on giving a pair of socks then why
not give a designer pair that scream quality and style? The Paul Smith
socks are made from soft cotton and nylon and are available in a range
of stunning signature stripe designs that are sure to change the way you
look at socks forever!</li>
<li> Paul Smith Scarf
- This long running British brand is renowned for its quality and those
loveable signature stripes which is why their selection of scarves is a
must have for any man this winter. My personal favourite is the navy
mixed pattern, wool blend scarf but there really is an incredible
selection to choose from so you will easily be able to find one for you.</li>
<li> Hugo Boss V-Neck Jumper- A jumper is always appreciated but a
stylish, quality designer jumper can finally make you the gift giver
that actually gave right. Made from 50% polyacrylic and 50% virgin wool;
this is quality at its best. My personal favourite has to be the one in
this season's hottest colour red however there are plenty to choose
from.</li>
<li> Hugo Boss Leather Glove- Another Hugo Boss selection on my list
but the brands quality really cannot be debated. Gloves are a simple
gift to give but when of real quality and made with 100% goat leather
like these particular gloves are; you will be sure to impress with a
gift that will last for years to come.</li>
<li> Armani Jeans Hooded Jumper- Another jumper on my list but this
one stuck out for me because of its beautiful design, quality and the
essential funnel neck that is ideal for keeping the warmth in. Available
in a range of colours my personal favourite is the green for its
outdoorsy feel but whatever you chose, this is style and comfort at its
best.</li>
</ul>
These are my personal choices but hopefully, if
they don't exactly hit the nail on the head they at least give you an
idea of what you can give to your loved one this Christmas. Think
practical with the winter weather but keep style and comfort in mind and
you will no doubt find something that will make even the fussiest man, a
happy one.<br />
<br />
</div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
Richard Atkinson is the director at leading mens designer
clothing store Ted Williams Menswear, specialising in everything from
leading fashion designers including Armani Jeans and Paul Smith.</div>
</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16260004751301366296noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3357663125828628594.post-13354286530490328312013-12-31T20:38:00.000-08:002014-01-03T20:39:08.852-08:00The Latest Trends in Kids Clothing<h1 style="text-align: justify;">
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<em>
By
Michael Gabriel L. Sumastre </em></div>
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Picking out clothes for your kids is not easy. You have to find
something that they'd be comfortable wearing; clothes that are easy for
them to get in and out of; clothes that they will love to wear. For a
lot of parents, it is also important that the clothes they buy make
their kids look good. Thus, many parents invest on the latest fashion
trends in kids clothing.<br />
<br />
<strong>Kids Fashion Trends for 2013 and 2014</strong><br />
Since
most of the year is almost done, trends are shifting towards the year
to come, 2014. But then, winter is just about to go full blast, so
there's also a lot of new and fashionable stuff for the cold months.
Here are some of the latest in kids clothing for the remainder of 2013
and for the coming year.<br />
<br />
<strong>Fall/Winter Trends</strong><br />
The
fall/winter trend in kids clothing uses a lot of silhouettes and adopts
a number of style varieties. Mixing and matching is a big thing. Here
are specific things you might want for your kid:<br />
<ul>
<li>
Knitwear like cardigans, sweaters and jumpers.</li>
<li>
Fake fur - for both boys and girls. Look for fur coats, bags, hats, collars and ear muffs.</li>
<li>
Go for clothes with neutral hues and natural colors. You'll never go
wrong with black and white, although some parents might consider these
colors too grim. If that is the case, go for more neutral ones like
brown or grey. Add some brightness by pairing these colors with pinks,
blues, purples and some orange.</li>
<li>
Denims will never go out of style. No matter what season or time of
the year, always get some jeans for your kids. Skinny jeans are still
good, but you may want to try out embellished jeans for a slightly
different look. These are jeans accented with crystals or laces. Denim
jumpsuits should be just perfect for your little boy!</li>
<li>
Hats for kids have always been creative and fashionable. You won't go
wrong in choosing bold printed ones. The same thing goes for fur and
knitted hats. It all actually depends on the kind of look and feel you
want for your kid.</li>
<li>
Your little boy should pair their jumpers with V-neckline shirts.
Dressing him up in grunge jeans will also make your little boy look and
feel good. He'll easily stand out in a crowd.</li>
<li>
Bold prints are the "in thing" for little boys.</li>
<li>
Military-inspired outfits never go out of style for fashionable little boys.</li>
<li>
Get some clothes with embroidery and appliqués for your little girl.
Stripes, statement prints and polka dots will also be popular.</li>
<li>
Finally, do not be afraid to experiment with colors. Veer away from
usual color pairings and try to pair off contrasting colors. You'll be
surprised at the results!</li>
</ul>
<strong>For the Year 2014</strong><br />
Next year,
vibrant colors - bright hues - will continue to dominate kids' clothing.
Big prints and bold graphics on tops (including sweaters) will also be
common. Embellished denims (with appliqués, buttons, laces, etc... )
will likewise continue to make an appearance. Other trends include
watercolor prints, Indian-inspired cloths and scribble or drawing-like
prints.<br />
<br />
No matter what the trend is, when choosing clothes for
your kids, it is important to remember that what matters most is how
comfortable and confident they feel in their clothes.<br />
<br />
</div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
If you're looking online for clothing for your kids, try
TrueToSizeapparel.com. True to Size Apparel is one of the largest
wholesale distributors of Port Authority Clothing, selling teen, baby & kid clothes,
work clothes to corporations, uniforms to schools and to men &
women who know and buy the brand for themselves for over ten years. Port
Authority Clothing is the largest brand of apparel sold by embroidery
& screen printing companies in the United States. The True to Size
Apparel website is where to buy blank clothing online at a discount
price, and it includes contact information and Port Authority Clothing sizes charts.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16260004751301366296noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3357663125828628594.post-63983311313492558492013-12-25T00:35:00.000-08:002014-01-03T00:35:49.399-08:00Why Congress Was Right to Ban the Incandescent Light Bulb - What We'll Live Like in 2014<h1 style="text-align: justify;">
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<div class="by-line" style="text-align: justify;">
<em>
By
Ben Myshkin </em></div>
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The end is coming, at least for the incandescent light bulb. With
the signing of the Clean Energy Act of 2007, the incandescent light
bulb will effectively be banned from sale in the United States by 2014.
In some ways this is of little wonder; the incandescent bulb has hardly
changed since its invention by Thomas Edison in 1879. Inherently
inefficient, incandescent bulbs work by heating up a filament until it
glows white hot. This is the cause for its massive inefficiency (90-95%
of the electricity used is wasted as heat) and is precisely why Congress
has banned it.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
So, the big question is, what are Americans going
to do without the incandescent bulb? Clearly, our legislators have
already decided that Compact Fluorescent Lights (CFLs), which only use
about 10% of the electricity, will be the main replacement. We've all
heard about these energy savings, but even so, CFLs are like the
lighting equivalent of John Kerry in 2004; maybe a better logical
choice, but not someone you want to have over for dinner. Especially not
in every room of your house, with a term limit of 10,000 hours of use.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Worse
than that, all CFLs have a minimum of 5mg of mercury, an extremely
toxic element. While reports of hazmat toxics teams being called in for a
broken CFL are overblown, that much mercury is still a problem,
especially because a viable recycling scheme does not currently exist in
the US, and most CFLs end up broken and in landfills. That 5mg of
mercury in each CFL is enough to contaminate 625 gallons of water
according to the standards set by the EPA, so you can imagine the
consequences if our entire nation switched to CFLs.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Luckily, Light
Emitting Diodes (LED) light bulbs, are beginning to mature as a
technology, and are finally at the point where they are becoming a
viable way to light your home. Commercially available LEDs have
outstripped incandescent light bulbs in terms of efficiency (as measured
by the amount of light produced vs. the amount of energy used) and have
none of the mercury of CFLs. Another difference is that LEDs produce
focused light, which goes in the direction it is aimed, instead of being
diffused like other lighting technologies. While this requires a
different approach to lighting (such as using adjustable swivel necked
lamps), it ultimately keeps you from using energy on unnecessary
lighting (like illuminating the back of your lighting fixture).</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
However,
most LED lights are simply not bright enough to replace old fashioned
light bulbs or are simply too expensive (often over $100) to be a viable
alternative. Another problem is that it is hard for people to know how
bright these bulbs actually are; while a large company can afford to buy
a few just to check, the rest of us just can't afford that. That's why
we're so happy that http://compareledlights.com/index.php
has been started; it's high time someone decided to test out all the
hype about LED light bulbs. Offering a lot of basic information about
LED lights, reviews of all sorts of LED light bulbs, and picture of the
bulbs in use, compare LED lights is a great resource, and we're thrilled
that the next step in bringing LED lights to the general public has
finally arrived.</div>
</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16260004751301366296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3357663125828628594.post-8924522773862274192013-12-23T21:48:00.000-08:002014-01-04T21:49:42.524-08:00Textiles Exports: Post MFA Scenario Opportunities and Challenges<h1 style="text-align: justify;">
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<em>
By
Gaurav Doshi </em></div>
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Introduction</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
The Multi-Fiber Arrangement (MFA) has governed
international trade in textiles and clothing since 1974. The MFA
enabled developed nations, mainly the USA, European Union and Canada to
restrict imports from developing countries through a system of quotas.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
The
Agreement on Textiles and Clothing (ATC) to abolish MFA quotas marked a
significant turnaround in the global textile trade. The ATC mandated
progressive phase out of import quotas established under MFA, and the
integration of textiles and clothing into the multilateral trading
system before January 2005.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
The Agreement on Textiles and Clothing</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
ATC
is a transitory regime between the MFA and the integration of trading
in textiles and clothing in the multilateral trading system. The ATC
provided for a stage-wise integration process to be completed within a
period of ten years (1995-2004), divided into four stages starting with
the implementation of the agreement in 1995. The product groups from
which products were to be integrated at each stage of the integration
included (i) tops and yarns; (ii) fabrics; (iii) made-up textile
products; and (iv) clothing.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
The ATC mandated that importing
countries must integrate a specified minimum portion of their textile
and garment exports based on total volume of trade in 1990, at the start
of each phase of integration. In the first stage, each country was
required to integrate 16 percent of the total volume of imports of 1990,
followed by a further 17 percent at the end of first three year and
another 18 percent at the end of third stage. The fourth stage would see
the final integration of the remaining 49 percent of trade.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Global Trade in Textile and Clothing</div>
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World
trade in textiles and clothing amounted to US $ 385 billion in 2003, of
which textiles accounted for 43 percent (US $ 169 bn) and the remaining
57 percent (US $ 226 bn) for clothing. Developed countries accounted
for little over one-third of world exports in textiles and clothing. The
shares of developed countries in textiles and clothing trade were
estimated to be 47 percent (US $ 79 bn) and 29 percent, (US $ 61 bn)
respectively.</div>
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Import Trends in USA</div>
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In 1990, restrained or
MFA countries contributed as much as 87 percent (US $ 29.3 bn) of total
US textile and clothing imports, whereas Caribbean Basin Initiative
(CBI), North American Free Trade Area (NAFTA), Africa Growth and
Opportunity Act (AGOA) and ANDEAN countries together contributed 13
percent (US $ 4.4 bn). Thereafter, there has been a decline in exports
by restrained countries; the share of preferential regions more than
doubled to reach 30 percent (US $ 26.9 bn) of total imports by USA.</div>
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The
composition of imports of clothing and textiles by USA in 2003 was 80
percent (US $ 71 bn) and 20 percent (US $ 18 bn), respectively. Asia was
the principal sourcing region for imports of both textiles and clothing
by USA. Latin American region stood at second position with a share of
12 percent (US $ 2.2 bn) and 26 percent (US $ 18.5 bn), respectively,
for textiles and clothing imports, by USA. In most of the quota products
imported by USA, India was one of the leading suppliers of readymade
garments in USA. Though China is a biggest competitor, the unit prices
of China for most of these product groups were high and thus provide
opportunities for Indian business.</div>
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Import Trends in EU</div>
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EU
overtook USA as the world's largest market for textiles and clothing.
Intra-EU trade accounted for about 40 percent (US $ 40 bn) of total
clothing imports and 62 percent (US $ 32.5 bn) of total textile imports
by EU. Asia dominates EU market in both clothing and textiles, with 30
percent (US $ 30 bn) and 17 percent (US $ 8 bn) share, respectively.
Central and East European countries hold a market share of 11 percent
(US $ 11.3 bn) in clothing and 7.5 percent (US $ 4 bn) in textiles
imports of EU.</div>
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As regards preferential suppliers, the growth of
trade between EU and Mediterranean countries, especially Egypt and
Turkey, was highest in 2003. As regards individual countries, China
accounted for little over 5 percent (US $ 2.8 bn) of EU's imports of
textiles and over 12 percent (US $ 12.4 bn) of clothing imports.</div>
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In
the EU market also, India is a leading supplier for many of the textile
products. It is estimated that Turkey would emerge as a biggest
competitor for both India and China. However, with regard to unit
prices, India appears to be lower than both Turkey and China in many of
the categories.</div>
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Import Trends in Canada</div>
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Amongst the leading
suppliers of textiles and clothing to Canada, USA had the highest share
of over 31 percent (US $ 8.4 bn), followed by China (21% - US $ 1.8 bn)
and EU (8% - US $ 0.6 bn). India was ranked at fourth position and was
ahead of other exporters like Mexico, Bangladesh and Turkey, with a
market share of 5.2 percent (US $ 0.45 bn).</div>
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Potential Gains</div>
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It
may be noted that clothing sector would offer higher gains than the
textile sector, in the post MFA regime. Countries like Mexico, CBI
countries, many of the African countries emerged as exporters of
readymade garments without having much of textile base, utilizing the
preferential tariff arrangement under the quota regime. Besides,
countries like Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Cambodia emerged as garment
exporters due to cost factors, in addition to the quota benefits.</div>
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It
may be said that countries like China, USA, India, Pakistan, Uzbekistan
and Turkey have resource based advantages in cotton; China, India,
Vietnam and Brazil have resource based advantages in silk; Australia,
China, New Zealand and India have resource based advantages in wool;
China, India, Indonesia, Taiwan, Turkey, USA, Korea and few CIS
countries have resource based advantages in manmade fibers. In addition,
China, India, Pakistan, USA, Indonesia has capacity based advantages in
the textile spinning and weaving.</div>
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China is cost competitive with
regard to manufacture of textured yarn, knitted yarn fabric and woven
textured fabric. Brazil is cost competitive with regard to manufacture
of woven ring yarn. India is cost competitive with regard to manufacture
of ring-yarn, O-E yarn, woven O-E yarn fabric, knitted ring yarn fabric
and knitted O-E yarn fabric. According to Werner Management
Consultants, USA, the hourly wage costs in textile industry is very high
for many of the developed countries. Even in developing economies like
Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Turkey and Mauritius, the hourly wage is
higher as compared to India, China, Pakistan and Indonesia.</div>
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From
the above analysis, it may be concluded that China, India, Pakistan,
Taiwan, Hong Kong, Brazil, Indonesia, Turkey and Egypt would emerge as
winners in the post quota regime. The market losers in the short term
(1-2 years) would include CBI countries, many of the sub-Saharan African
countries, Asian countries like Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.</div>
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The
market losers in the long term (by 2014) would include high cost
producers, like EU, USA, Canada, Mexico, Japan and many east Asian
countries. The determinants of increase / decrease in market share in
the medium term would however depend upon the cost, quality and timely
Review of Indian Textiles and Clothing Industry The textiles and
garments industry is one of the largest and most prominent sectors of
Indian economy, in terms of output, foreign exchange earnings and
employment generation. Indian textile industry is multi-fiber based,
using delivery. In the long run, there are possibilities of contraction
in intra-EU trade in textile and garments, reduction of market share of
Turkey in EU and market share of Mexico and Canada in USA, and thus
provide more opportunities for developing countries like India.</div>
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It
is estimated that in the short term, both China and India would gain
additional market share proportionate to their current market share. In
the medium term, however, India and China would have a cumulative market
share of 50 percent, in both textiles and garment imports by USA. It is
estimated that India would have a market share of 13.5 percent in
textiles and 8 percent in garments in the USA market. With regard to EU,
it is estimated that the benefits are mainly in the garments sector,
with China taking a major share of 30 percent and India gaining a market
share of 8 percent. The potential gain in the textile sector is limited
in the EU market considering the proposed further enlargement of EU. It
is estimated that India would have a market share of 8 percent in EU
textiles market as against the China's market share of 12 percent.</div>
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Review of Indian textiles and Clothing Industry</div>
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The
textiles and garments industry is one of the largest and most prominent
sectors of Indian economy, in terms of output, foreign exchange
earnings and employment generation. Indian textile industry is
multi-fiber based, using cotton, jute, wool, silk and mane made and
synthetic fibers. In the spinning segment, India has an installed
capacity of around 40 million spindles (23% of world), 0.5 million
rotors (6% of world). In the weaving segment, India is equipped with
1.80 million shuttle looms (45% of world), 0.02 million shuttle less
looms (3% of world) and 3.90 million handlooms (85% of world).</div>
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<br /></div>
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The
organised mill (spinning) sector recorded a significant growth during
the last decade, with the number of spinning mills increasing from 873
to 1564 by end March 2004. The organised sector accounts for production
of almost all of spun yarn, but only around 4 percent of total fabric
production. In other words, there are little over 200 composite mills in
India leaving the production of fabric and processing to the
decentralised small weaving and processing firms. The Indian apparel
sector is estimated to have over 25000 domestic manufacturers, 48000
fabricators and around 4000 manufacturer-exporters. Cotton apparel
accounts for the majority of Indian apparel exports.</div>
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Textiles and Garments Exports from India</div>
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The
share of textiles and garments exports in India's total exports in the
year 2003-04 stood at about 20 percent, amounting to US $ 12.5 billion.
The quota countries, USA, EU and Canada accounted for nearly 70 percent
of India's garments exports and 44 percent of India's textile exports.
Amongst non-quota countries, UAE is the largest market for Indian
textiles and garments; UAE accounted for 7 percent of India's total
textile exports and 10 percent of India's garments exports.</div>
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In
terms of products, cotton yarn, fabrics and made-ups are the leading
export items in the textile category. In the clothing category, the
major item of exports was cotton readymade garments and accessories.
However, in terms of share in total imports by EU and USA from India,
these products hold relatively lesser share than products made of other
fibers, thus showing the restrain in this category.</div>
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Critical Factors that Need Attention</div>
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<br /></div>
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Though
India is one of the major producers of cotton yarn and fabric, the
productivity of cotton as measured by yield has been found to be lower
than many countries. The level of productivity in China, Turkey and
Brazil is over 1 tonne / ha., while in India it is only about 0.3 tonne /
ha. In the manmade fiber sector, India is ranked at fifth position in
terms of capacity. However, the capacity and technology infusion in this
sector need to be further enhanced in view of the changing fiber
consumption in the world. It may be mentioned that the share of cotton
in world fiber demand declined from around 50 percent (14.7 mn tons) in
1982 to around 38 percent (20.12 mn tons) in 2003, while the share of
manmade fiber has increased from 44 percent (13.10 mn tons) to around 60
percent (31.76 mn tons) over the same period.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Apart from low cost
labour, other factors that are having impact on final consumer cost are
relative interest cost, power tariff, structural anomalies and
productivity level (affected by technological obsolescence). A study by
International Textile Manufacturers Federation revealed high power costs
in India as compared to other countries like Brazil, China, Italy,
Korea, Turkey and USA. Percentage share of power in total cost of
production in spinning, weaving and knitting of ring and O-E yarn for
India ranged from 10 percent to 17 percent, which is also higher than
that of countries like Brazil, Korea and China. Percentage share of
capital cost in total production cost in India was also higher ranging
from 20 percent to 29 percent as compared to a range of 12 to 26 percent
in China.</div>
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In India, very few exporters have gone in for
integrated production facility. It is noted that countries that would
emerge as globally competitive would have significantly consolidated
supply chain. For instance, competitor countries like Korea, China,
Turkey, Pakistan and Mexico have a consolidated supply chain. In
contrast, apart from spinning, the rest of the activities like weaving,
processing, made-ups and garmenting are all found to be fragmented in
India. Besides, the level of technology in the Indian weaving sector is
low compared to other countries of the world. The share of shuttle less
looms to total loomage in India is 1.8% as compared to Indonesia (10%),
Bangladesh (10%), Sri Lanka (12%), China (14%) and Mexico (29%).</div>
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<br /></div>
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The
supply chain in this industry is not only highly fragmented but is
beset with bottlenecks that could very well slow down the growth of this
sector. As a result the average delivery lead times (from procurement
to fabrication and shipment of garments) still takes about 45-60 days.
With international lead delivery times coming down to 30-35 days, India
needs to cut down the production cycle time substantially to stay in the
market. Besides, erratic supply of power and water, availability of
adequate road connectivity, inadequacies in port facilities and other
export infrastructure have been adversely affecting the competitiveness
of Indian textiles sector.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Conclusions</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
It is believed the
quota regime has frozen the market share, providing export opportunities
even for high cost producers. Thus, in the free trade regime, the
pattern of imports in the quota countries would undergo changes. The
issues that would govern the market share in the post quota regime would
eventually be productivity, raw material base, quality, cost of inputs,
including labour, design skills and operation of economies of scale.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
It
is believed that quotas, by limiting the supply of goods have kept
export prices artificially high. Thus, it is estimated that there would
be price war in the post quota regime, with competitive price cuts. The
price and quantity effects would depend on the efficiency in production
process, supply chain management and the price elasticity of demand.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Due
to the expected fall in prices, developing countries with high
production cost have little choice but to compete head-on with the
biggest low cost suppliers. In this process, it is presumed that there
would be better resource reallocation in these economies.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
It is
assumed that quota restrictions would continue beyond 2005 in various
forms. It is also widely recognized that removal of quota may not
directly provide easy and unrestricted access to developed country
markets. There would be non-tariff barriers as well. Standards related
to health, safety, environment, quality of work life and child labour
would gain further momentum in international trade in textiles and
clothing.</div>
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Strategies and Recommendations</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Cost
competitiveness in Indian garments sector has been restrained by limited
scale operations, obsolete technology and reservation under SSI
policies. While retaining its traditional cost advantages of home grown
cotton and low cost labour, India needs to sharpen its competitive edge
by lowering the cost of operations through efficient use of production
inputs and scale operations. Besides, there are needs for
rationalization of charges, levies related to usage of export logistics
to remain cost competitive.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
As fallout to the quota regime, there
would be consolidation of production and restriction on supplying
countries, which would necessarily mean improved scale operations.
Indian players should also integrate to achieve operating leverage and
demonstrate high bargaining power.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
It is reported that Chinese
textile firms have already invested heavily to expand and grab huge
market share in the quota free world. In India, organised players in
this sector would require huge investments to remain competitive in the
quota free world. These players need to expand and integrate vertically
to achieve scale operations and introduce new technologies. It is
estimated that the industry would require Rs. 1.5 trillion (US $ 35
billion) new capital investment in the next ten years (by 2014) to lap
the potential export opportunities of US $ 70 billion. It is estimated
that USA and EU together would offer a market of US $ 42 billion for
Indian textiles and garments in 2014.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Technology would play a lead
role in the weaving and processing, which would improve quality and
productivity levels. Innovations would also be happening in this sector,
as many developed countries would innovate new generation machineries
that are likely to have low manual interface and power cost. Indian
textile industry should also turn into high technology mode to reap the
benefits of scale operations and quality. Foreign investments coupled
with foreign technology transfer would help the industry to turn into
high-tech mode.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Internationally, trading in textile and garment
sector is concentrated in the hands of large retail firms. Majority of
them are looking for few vendors with bulk orders and hence opting for
vertically integrated companies. Thus, there is need for integrating the
operations in India also, from spinning to garment making, to gain
their attention. This would also bring down the turn around time and
improve quality. Indian players should also improve upon their soft
skills, viz., design capabilities, textile technology, management and
negotiating skills.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Garment manufacturing business is order
driven. It would be difficult for the players to keep the workforce full
time, even in lean season. This calls for changes in contract labour
laws.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Logistics and supply chain would also play a crucial role as
timely delivery would be an important requirement for success in
international trade. The logistics and supply chain management of Indian
textile firms are relatively weak and needs improvement and efficiency.
China has already created a world class export infrastructure. Given
the volume of projections for exports by India, it may be necessary to
create additional export infrastructure, especially investment for
modernization of ports. In addition, India needs to invest for creating
brand equity, supply chain management and apparel industry education.</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
To
sum up, the ability of Indian textile industry to take advantage of
quota phase-out would depend upon their ability to enhance overall
competitiveness through exploitation of economies of scale in
manufacturing and supply chain. The need of the hour therefore is to
evolve a well chalked out strategy, aimed at improvement in the levels
of productivity and efficiency, quality control, faster product
innovation, quick response to changes in consumer preferences and the
ability to move up in the value chain by building brand names and
acquiring channels of distribution so as to outweigh the advantages of
competitors in the long run.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16260004751301366296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3357663125828628594.post-47351839499038680592013-12-19T00:06:00.000-08:002014-01-03T00:07:15.424-08:002014 Mercedes Benz E-Class Car Review<h1 style="text-align: justify;">
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<em>
By
Martin Mutai </em></div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
Tracing its roots since the W124 sported the 'E' name for the
first time in 1986 in the form 200E and later in 1994 when the 'E' moved
to appear before the nomenclature to what we know today such as E250,
the E-Class remains the pride of Daimler. The new E-Class epitomizes the
midsize luxury car segment with its elegant furnishings and exacting
workmanship, and even though its neither as sporty as the C-Class nor as
luxurious as the S-Class, it straddles the line between the two in a
retro yet stylish approach with a distinctive aura that speaks softly
yet resoundingly to its peers, "enough of the staring contest; daddy's
here."</div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
Design</div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
For 2014, the E-Class exudes what might just
be the most robust facelift in its history. It boasts myriad changes,
most noticeably being on the front fascia where a new nose with more
refined headlights has been employed, with its signature quad-lamps now
merged into two, the sort of facelift revamped on the Lexus LX570.
Grille choices have been extended from its simplistic nature to appear
more chic, with the AVANTGARDE version bearing two horizontal bars while
the coupe and cabriolet types have a single one cutting the grille
halfway and branding the Mercedes logo at the middle. The ELEGANCE trim
reserves its fashion with simple chrome bars like in the C-Class. The
bumper remains without any lights and rises towards the ends with a
smooth line running from end to end that swoops down at the middle
giving it a sublime cutting-edge appearance. Changes to the rear include
the smoothing of the lines in the rear fenders but this hasn't applied
to the coupe and cabriolet versions. Other changes to these versions
also include downsizing of the E350 to an E250 four-cylinder engine
while AMG models now embrace a standard all-wheel drive.</div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
Performance</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
One
E-Class is not another E-Class, well, empirically speaking. This is
because there is an E-Class at almost every point of the performance
curve, starting from E250 to the E63 AMG. The most common engine is the
base gas-powered 3.5-litre producing 211 kW (302 hp) and accelerates
from 0 - 100 km/h in about 7 seconds. This engine is very efficient,
with its fuel economy ranging at 5.5 - 6.0 litres per 100 km on a broad
range. The hybrid version is more economical for it sips a meagre 4
litres for the same distance. The E63 AMG has a 385 kW (550 hp) bi-turbo
V8 engine which does 0 - 100 km/h in 4 seconds. (This was the fastest
saloon up to 2006.) Available transmissions for the E-Class include a
6-speed manual and a 7-speed automatic referred to as the 7G-TRONIC,
which is similar to VW's DSG that made the CC a remarkably fuel
efficient car. An interesting innovation here is the M mode which allows
some thrill since the driver can shift gears like in a manual for a
pre-defined time after which the system reverts to the default automatic
mode. Also standard is the ECO start/stop mode similar to Mazda's
i-STOP. This switches off the engine when you stop during traffic jams
and restarts when you open the throttle. This function can however be
disengaged at the press of a button for the individuals who will find
the switching on-and-off disconcerting.</div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
Interior</div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Change is
as good as rest, and in the business world organizations that keep up
with the changing world always have a competitive advantage over their
competitors. But while drivers of change busied themselves on the
exterior panels, few of them saw their way to the inside of the 2014
Mercedes E-Class. There is still plenty of space for five adults to sit
in comfort and the front seats are among the most comfortable in its
segment, with the interior fit and finish in general being without
reproach. I however found it as a let down by Mercedes to use vinyl
seating upholstery in the base model while lesser cars like Kia entail
leather seats with heated options. For models beginning with the
ELEGANCE trim a choice of aluminium or carbon-look trim is available. In
the base and ELEGANCE trims the instrument cluster features a black
outline on each dial while AVANTGARDE versions have a silver lining
about the instrument panels. The most visible change here is that the
gear shift lever is nowhere to be seen. And if you think it employs the
telescopic function of Jaguar's shift knob then that's not the case.
Instead, gear operations are handled at the multi-functional steering
wheel through the DIRECT-SHIFT lever with paddle shifters. The shifters
are firm and responsive, but the COMAND system can get a bit fizzy. Rear
view camera is optional on the base models but Bluetooth streaming and
power sunroof are standard. Other luxurious appointments include
adaptive sport seats, surround-view camera, voice-controlled navigation
and a larger-than-life 1200-watt, 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen® audio
system.</div>
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<div style="text-align: justify;">
Safety</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
Key updates to the 2014 E-Class come on the
electronics side, enhancing safety through an array of sensors and
algorithms. It offers a blind-spot information system to monitor cars
driving in the blind area of the car and a front-mounted stereo camera
to monitor obstacles and traffic. Mercedes' PRE-SAFE technology is
standard with an add-on: DISTRONIC-PLUS. This is essentially a system
that 'detects' an oncoming accident and automatically closes windows and
sunroof, tightens seatbelts, fills up air cushions and moves the seats
to a safer position for example if you were reclining. Another safety
innovation that was in the S-Class but is now included in the 2014
E-Class is the ATTENTION ASSIST. This system monitors your driving for
the first twenty minutes so that should you start to show drowsiness or
signs of fatigue it will beep alarmingly and if your attention doesn't
meet required standards then it will stop. The car can also maintain a
set following distance to avoid hitting the car in front and helps you
keep in lane by indicating if a car is in a lane you want to change to.
Together with these and other sensors the 2014 E-Class can even steer
itself in limited circumstances and at a low speed.</div>
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<br /></div>
<div style="text-align: justify;">
To sum it up,
the 2014 Mercedes E-Class not only has sleek aerodynamics that define
visual perfection, it also entails a super smooth ride with the
cabriolet variant being the quietest car in its class thanks to the
windshied-mounted Aircap system and rear wind deflector technology. The
E-Class has always been the reserved member of the Mercedes family, but
it's grown to be more oriented towards a driver's needs. The family is
growing, and the E-Class only gets better. That is why when you look at
the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class you realize it's not just the work of a
group of people - it's the result of a constantly refined tradition.</div>
</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16260004751301366296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3357663125828628594.post-6309059513279067622013-12-12T23:52:00.000-08:002014-01-02T23:52:45.094-08:00Prom Dress Trends for 2014: Look Like A Princess On That Special Night<h1 style="text-align: justify;">
</h1>
<em>
By
P K Martin</em><br />
<br />
<div style="text-align: justify;">
If we take a look at what designers have prepared for the prom
dresses of 2014 then we find that the prom trends of next year seem to
be the formalwear interpretations of street style and high-end fashion.
Many celebrities like Selena Gomez, Vanessa Gomez, Chloe Moretz and
Carly Rae Jepsen sparked these fashion trends this year by wearing such
dresses at premiers and award ceremonies. Some most notable trends are
being mentioned below:</div>
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<li><strong>Peplum: </strong>Over
the course of last few months Peplum has exploded in the market of prom
dresses. Peplum skirts, tops and other dresses are available at almost
all locations and for all budgets. In the next year too we'll find
Peplum making its mark in the formalwear sector. It's an age
appropriate, fun and flirty way to make yourself standout from the
crowd.</li>
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<li><strong>Usage of Lace in amazing ways: </strong>Lace seems to be
making its comeback once again, but this time in more dramatic and
amazing ways. Its super feminine style gives you the look of "princess"
on a special day. A highly notable trend in the lace designs is that
they're being used as striking designs this time. In the past they were
used just for smaller details, but this time it's not like that.</li>
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<li><strong>Brighter hues:</strong> Brighter is better for prom dresses
in 2014. Keep this fact in mind whenever you're about to purchase a prom
dress. Generally colored dresses used to dominate the space of prom
dresses but this time designers have been shifting to the neon hued
designs. The most awesome thing about this trend is that it can be
easily combined with other trends (i.e. peplum or lace) for making an
outstanding prom dress.</li>
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<li><strong>The rise of High-Low: </strong>This trend gives designers an
opportunity to innovate with multiple colors, prints and design trends.
Whether it's a pop of a different color's lining or a printed
underskirt, designers have more choices in their work due to the rise of
this trend. It also combines amazingly with the interests of teenagers
who want a dress that gives them princess like feel but still looks fun
and flirty.</li>
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<li><strong>Ombre: </strong>This thing is the hit of this year, and
it'll continue its rise in the next year too. You can find ombre
everywhere - from nail polishes to hairstyles to prom dresses. It can
fade from one color to the other or can show up a variation of only one
color.</li>
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<li><strong>Short dresses with sheer overlay: </strong>If you want to
look sexy on that prom night then this trend is coming out just for you.
Short dresses with sheer overlay give that elegant look for prom, but
with a bit of sexier twist. Dresses like these look like a combination
of gown and party dress.</li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16260004751301366296noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3357663125828628594.post-81589919003038926322013-12-04T23:50:00.000-08:002014-01-02T23:51:34.145-08:00Trendy Hairstyles That Will Dominate 2014<h1 style="text-align: justify;">
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Whether clothing or hairstyles, each new year ushers in new
fashion trends. What is popular today becomes obsolete tomorrow. With
2014 only a couple of months away, it's time to catch a glimpse of those
edgy hairstyles and cuts that will dominate the fashion scene in the
coming year.</div>
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So, what's going to be the "next big thing" in
women's hairstyles 2014? Will the chic, effortless bob make it to the
top or will the no-fuss, simplistic ponytail win hands down? You can
find out below.</div>
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<strong>Hairstyles 2014: Long and Medium Length hair</strong></div>
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<strong>1. </strong><strong>Braids: </strong></div>
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Braid
hairstyles will be carried forward into 2014. We are not the only ones
saying this; leading hair stylists share our opinion too. The specialty
of braids is their versatility. You can wear them in umpteen styles -
crown braids, cornrows, herringbone or fishtail braids, the school girl
braid, the loose messy side braid, the waterfall braid, the braided top
knot, the side swept braid etc.</div>
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<strong>2. </strong><strong>The Ponytail: </strong></div>
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For
the girl-next door look, make the elegant, humble ponytail your
Hairstyles 2014 pick. Ponytails suit almost all face shapes and hold
well on all types of hair. They are low maintenance styles and perfect
for days when there is no time to spend in front of the mirror. There
are different ways to transform a plain, boring ponytail into a chic and
stylish one that will turn heads wherever you go. Gather your hair in a
sleek, high ponytail for a sporty or professional look. You can soften
this look with a puff or side swept bangs. Side ponytails lend a very
feminine and romantic feel. A ponytail, not too high not too low with
Cleopatra bangs looks good too. A ponytail at the nape is the best match
for casual wear.</div>
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<strong>3. </strong><strong>Loose Waves:</strong></div>
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The
long loose waves are here to stay. This 90's inspired hairstyle never
seems to go out of fashion. It includes big bouncy curls to loose waves
that give the impression "I just got out of bed". If you have naturally
curly hair, play up the curls on your hair. If you have a straight and
sleek hair, create the look with curlers or a curling iron.</div>
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<strong>Hairstyles 2014: Short hairstyle</strong></div>
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The
three hairstyles mentioned above apply to long or medium length hair.
You needn't worry if you have short hair, as there are impressive
options for you as well. In fact, even women with long tresses can
refresh their look by going short in the coming season. Shorter cuts
have several advantages. Short hair is easy to maintain. Short styles
make one look younger. Not only this, they suit straight and curly hair.</div>
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When
going short, there is one precaution you must take - you should choose a
haircut that compliments your face shape and does not highlight facial
flaws. The longer bob or a blunt cut is the safest. The longer bob only
grazes the chin; is 1-2 inches below the chin. It can be cut straight or
at an angle; parted at the side or center. An extremely short bob looks
best for a round face. Bangs and bobs gel well. Try different types of
bangs - fringe, Cleopatra bangs, side swept bangs or asymmetrical bangs.</div>
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An appropriate expression that summarizes the evening fashion
trends of 2014 is "elegant luxury." This time designers have been
forgetting the color palettes, textures, shapes, pathos in the cuts and
all other innovations that remind us of the past seasons. This time
they're bringing back the traditional old-fashioned styles.</div>
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The
purpose of evening dresses is to tempt and seduce by highlighting the
true seductive curves and lines of female body. So the evening dresses
of 2014 have been designed by keeping an emphasis on chest, hips and
waist. Deep cuts and open shoulders were chosen as the neck designs for
designing the most seductive chest area. Given below are some popular
trends that you can expect to see in the designs of evening dresses in
2014:</div>
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<strong>Vivid and spectacular color choices</strong></div>
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Noble
and elegant color schemes are the future of fashion in 2014, so they've
been used in evening dresses too. Flashy or too much elaborative colors
(i.e. acidic or neon) have been excluded and natural, lighter colors
like blue, green, purple and red have been used as the primary choices.
White and black dresses are also the traditional classics which are
further strengthening their position in 2014.</div>
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<strong>Enlightening folds on the dresses</strong></div>
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Folds,
pleats and drapes are some common designing tactics used in the evening
dresses of 2014. Every designer seems to be finding his/her own unique
solution with these tactics by doing numerous experiments.</div>
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<strong>Focus on the upper chest and shoulders</strong></div>
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Deep
cuts in the form factor of V shape are no longer the only way of
driving focus to the chest area. Now designers are doing even franker
experiments like fitting the neckline and welcoming open shoulders.
However, since that traditional V shape is still the love of many women,
some designers decided to do a bit of modification to the existing
design. So V shaped designs with some modified form-factor can also be
seen in the evening dresses of 2014.</div>
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Some even trickier
experiments have also been done here - For example, in a design known as
"Fake Nude", at first glance anyone seeing will feel as if the upper
chest part is almost entirely open. But when seen closely, you'll find a
transparent or semi-transparent fabric at that place. By this technique
designers tried to complete the two main accents: opening the shoulders
and the chest area.</div>
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<strong>Usage of fringes and fills in the designs</strong></div>
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Usage
of fringes and frills gives even more romantic look to the dress. By
seeing the collection of 2014 we can say that couturiers were used in an
abundance of frills. Decorative stripes of couturiers have been used in
the designs of next year. Some brands are entirely replacing frills in
2014. This is a splendid job, but it decreases the romantic effect of
dresses.</div>
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P K Martin
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