Fashion & Style

It’s not very often you find a living fashion icon. Manolo Blahnik is one of them. His shoes, that share the same name, are probably the most well known worldwide. They are a true household name that has unbelievable appeal. Find out all about Manolo Blahnik, including the man behind the famous name, the shoes most famous styles, the history, the celebrities that love them and so much more.

No matter where you live, there are times when some sort of protection against the rain is required. Whether you live in the city or the country, a raincoat is a piece of apparel that often comes in handy. With so many choices available, it may seem challenging to choose just the right type of coat for your specific needs. Here is a guide to help you make your decision.

Summertime calls for a cool hairdo and what’s better than a french braid to keep you chilling? French braiding takes a little practice and is much easier to do if you already know how to braid, or plat hair. It’s nearly impossible to French braid your own hair, so have some friends over and practice on each other and you’ll get the hang of it soon. Long hair is tedious to french braid but is somewhat easier to work with than really short hair. Hair should at least be shoulder length for your first attempt. Some people find it easier to french braid wet hair, some think dry hair is more manageable. Try both ways to see which is easiest for you.

Designer handbags are known for their quality of materials and manufacturing as well as for their classic timeless looks and functionality. However, designer handbags can also be extremely trendy and fun. Cutting edge designers are stocking the shelves with a variety of exciting features. Look for prominent logos, the addition of brighter colors, shimmer and shine, and great details that make strong fashion statements. After all, a designer handbag should get you noticed.

If there’s an easier way to have long, beautiful hair without having to sleep in rollers and bobby pins, most women will try it. With the invention of curling irons, came crimping irons which give you luscious, crimped locks simply from squeezing a handle. Crimping irons are inexpensive and are sold at most department or beauty supply stores. They look like two paddles, hinged together on one end. After plugging it in, the grates on the inside of each paddle heat up and are shaped with ridges for pressing crimps in the hair.