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Have you ever wanted to look slimmer on a special occasion but didn’t have time or didn’t want to follow a diet? Here are some tips that will definitely make you look at least a few pounds lighter.

High heels – this is probably one of the most common things you will ever hear and it’s quite true. If you wear high heels you will look longer and your legs will definitely seem skinnier. Also, while wearing high heels you will also gain a posture that will flatten your stomach and make your back straight, which will definitely make you look skinny.

Shirts – a longer short, not too long, just to your hips will make you look amazing. If you want to cover your lower part of the body you can also choose a longer shirt but make sure that it fits, as it is the most important aspect. A shirt that will make your abdomen look slimmer and will cover all those nasty areas you don’t like. Another important factor is having some cleavage, this will take all the attention from the lower part of your body and will make you look sexier.

Black straight pants – it doesn’t matter what type of pants they are, they can be jeans or simply cotton pants, the important part is that they are not slim pants. Actually, slim pants will make you look bigger because they are so tight and draw attention to your legs. Having a pair of straight pants is a must when trying to look slimmer. Combine them with the items listed above and you will probably look at least 6 pounds slimmer.

A simple T-Shirt – when you are not dressing for some special occasion and you just want to look good during your average day routine, a simple T-shirt is the best option, not to mention the fact that it can be quite comfortable. Put on a fitting pair of jeans and some natural makeup and you are ready to go on your everyday activity without looking like you tried too much and feeling as comfortable as you can get.

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Ever since 2004, when “the salesman of the irrational” as Jean-Claude Biver was often called by the media, took over Hublot’s managing chair, the Swiss watchmaker did not cease to surprise its exclusive customers. No exception was made for this year’s edition of Baselworld Watch and Jewellery Show. The company’s CEO, who knew how to keep the media’s attention on the Hublot products for eight years already, prepared two unparalleled launches for this event.

Firstly, they unveiled their latest unique creation: a watch with a $ 5 million set, over 1.200 diamonds, among which six stones weighing over three carats each one. The exquisite timepiece earned for itself the title of the “Most Expensive Watch”, being evaluated at 5 million dollars. It is not the first time the company wins this kind of recognition. The brand, owned by the French group LVMH, had already been talked about in these terms when they presented a 3 million dollars watch model at Baselworld 2011. If last year’s model joined its owner’s wrist (a Russian businessman) in June 2011, the brand new timepiece was on the spot purchased by Hour Glass – a luxury watch retailer based in Singapore.

However, Hublot’s CEO declared to a few reporters on the sidelines of a press conference devoted to the creation of Hublot stars that “it becomes increasingly difficult to go further because the surface of the watch is limited”. Designed in an Art deco style, this watch bears a total number of 1282 stones and 140 carats of baguette cut diamonds, all of A quality class, were mounted on the white gold bracelet. This completely flawless model and it took the reputed watch making firm 14 months of work. Once the diamonds were chosen, the technical tasks were performed by 12 full-time tailors and 5 setters.

The watchmaker is already preparing the next generation, as Jean-Claude Biver stated. The company’s CEO is confident that in order to drive the price up, the solution could be to replace the glass with a diamond sheet. But this was not the only surprise the Swiss watchmaker reserved for Baselworld 2012. Hublot also presented the first practical use of their “magic gold” – a (red, yellow and pink) gold that is not only lighter, but also scratch and rust proof. This 24 carat gold and ceramics alloy, developed in the Hublot metal workshops, already equips the Big Bang Ferrari in the partnership established last November.

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Chances are that you have heard about replica watches and are looking to try one out. The easiest way to do so is by simply going online and looking for a trustable store. Just the great number of options available is enough to make anyone fall in love with fake watches and they always look good in pictures; the real trick is to get the ones that look as good when you get them as they do online. Here is where the difference between stores starts to show and you will quickly learn that not every option is as good as it seems. Some people already think that fake watches are low quality that never last and they aren’t even worth the low price tag but this is not always the case. Nowadays, replica manufacturers are putting in a lot of hard work to come up with impressive imitation watches that try to copy every detail from the original.

The most important tip when buying a fake watch is to know exactly what to expect. Despite what some stores will tell you, it is still a cheap copy and it will never reach the excellence of the authentic luxury watch. This doesn’t mean that it can’t look good; on the contrary, once you understand that some small differences are ok as long as everything works and feels great, everything will be perfect. Prices can vary quite a lot but most stores sell them at around two hundred dollars. There are also fake watches that use Swiss parts for the movement and while these cost considerably more, they offer a much more precise read and longer lifespan.

Obviously, the price is very important and setting a budget before buying a replica watch might be a very good idea. Try to set this budget before you actually see the products because you might be influenced by the large number of great looking watches and end up spending more than you can afford. Having a set budget will also determine you to go through every model and compare stores; this is always a good idea because it helps you see what other options are available instead of just stopping at the first store you find. This is one of the beauties of online shopping and it is good to take advantage of it.

One last tip is to enjoy your watch and be happy with the elegant timepiece on your wrist that came for such a low price.

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Stockings have been used for a very long time by women to look good and feel warm while wearing skirts. Nowadays, they are not just some type of clothing, they are actually fashion accessories and can also be used in combination with sexy lingerie. But leaving sexy lingerie aside, stockings are great when you just [...]

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It’s time to look back in your closet and see what classic fashion items deserve a new try. There are many clothes that never go out of fashion but which people tend to forget about. One of the most popular and classic fashion items has to be a crisp white button down blouse. While it may appear simple, it can actually be quite versatile, leaving you the option to wear in as you wish and maintain your own style. It can go great with a suit, a pair of jeans, a skirt or pretty much anything else, including a pair of shorts.

The design is very important and for such a classic item to add a modern flavor to your outfit, it is recommended to buy something well-tailored that hugs your body. If you plan on wearing it often and with different outfits, make sure you get something in the middle as far as length goes; something too short or too long won’t be as versatile and it might not look as great.

A white cotton button down blouse is perfect when you just want to wear something casual which doesn’t need a lot of preparation. The result will be clean and fresh with minimum effort and a welcomed change when you want to take a break from all the colorful items available in 2012. It is also a great idea to wear it as part of your office outfit because it can be quite the professional look. On the other hand, you can just tie it up under the bust and get something fun and casual. There really are a lot of options available when it comes to wearing a white blouse and this is the main reason why it has remained a classic fashion item throughout the years.

If you can’t find one in your closet or if it’s not as well-tailored as you wanted, just go out and buy a new one. It won’t be expensive and you can get something that fits you perfectly and is worth every penny. There will be many situations in which you can show it off and feel sexy while doing so.

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If the Chanel shows never fail to dazzle the audience, they are not renowned for introducing trendy details. Indeed, their fashion parades follow the classical line that is less likely to inspire nowadays’ fashionistas. However, this fact did not stop Karl Lagerfeld to come this year with the classic string of pearls. Combined with all sorts of outfits from the most elegant dresses to underwear suits, it can be worn as belt, on a bag, on the hair or the classical way, around the neck. It is, nonetheless, an accessory to copy without hesitation.

Presented on the catwalk by Arizona Muse and Saskia de Brauw, emphasizing their waistline or embellishing their lacquered buns, Gabrielle Chanel’s favorite jewels received this season an unusual, innovative, but refined treatment. If some of the aesthetic gimmicks of the house will be closed in the fashion history book and forgotten in the street, the pearly belts are the most likely to convince trendy girls to adopt without any delay the Cambon look.

Indeed, there is no other more innovative way to enjoy the iridescent glow of these water stones than to wear them otherwise than flying on a necklace. Actually, it is enough to drag a row of pearls around the waistline of a pair of flared denim trousers, of watery green slims or of boyfriend jeans to give instant chic note to your basics. They can embellish any classical item of fashion from your evening gown to your daily bag. However, you must be careful not to follow to closely the Chanel dress code this year as worn too high on the waist of a cardigan or too low on a skirt, the pearly belt can have a harmful effect if the silhouette is not perfect.

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Fashion trends for 2012 seem to open new possibilities in a colorful way. Bright and live colors seem to be everywhere and designers have taken this chance to come up with new designs for fashion items; one of the most popular and interesting is the underwater pattern that can be found on dresses and skirts as well as other items. These patterns go very well with the look and style for 2012 and it seems that fashion items that take us back to the colorful underwater tableau are already displayed on the catwalks.

Various shades of green, jumping sea horses and bright starfish are great for this season and they all look great with the light ocean blue that simply makes everything look perfect. Most likely, this style will be everywhere during the summer and everything from loose dresses to swimsuits will be inspired by the depths of the oceans.

Such an interesting style can be found in different shapes and colors and for those that are not big fans of the bright colors that are so big this season, there are also some subtle designs that can still offer the underwater style but without so many colors. For example, a white dress with some sparkling starfish patterns can be perfect for an evening out and also for a late walk on the beach. Famous fashion designers have already shown us a glimpse of what to expect in a few months and it looks great. There are styles for everyone; colorful and playful as well as white and classical. It can be hard to say which one looks the best and it all depends on the person wearing them.

Water world designs are incredibly versatile because although the idea is the same, the way every designer takes it and makes its own is unique and this can be seen in the countless fashion items that have the same base design. This makes it very easy to find something for each consumer and it is a great way to show some personal style by choosing the items that make you look and feel perfect.

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Everybody knows that there are classic clothes you should have in your wardrobe so there should also be accessories that you need to always have around. Here is a list and a small description of the things any woman should prepare and have for different occasions.

A pair of classic high heels – high heels are a must in some occasions. Unless you have a medical condition that keeps you from wearing them you should always wear high heels whenever you can. Classic high heels are usually black or even red if you want to be a little crazy and hot.

A scarf – these are always great accessories as they can be combined and worn in so many different ways. You can buy several scarfs of different colors if you just want to add something interesting to a boring outfit or wear something new every day.

A medium size belt – always have around a medium size belt. Why medium size? Because thin belts are not always in fashion and thick belts don’t look good on anyone. Make sure that your belt is in a neutral color so that you can match it easily.

A pair of pearl earrings – these are the classic accessories for a beautiful elegant dress or even an office outfit so you should invest in a high quality pair.

An elegant watch – a watch is a perfect accessory that can be worn instead of a bracelet or for practical means. Make sure the watch is high quality and you choose a design that can be easily matched with anything.

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