Check out this great article. It's very informative.
http://goarticles.com/article/MOTH-TRAPS-GET-RID-OF-MOTHS-SUCCESSFULLY/5249507/
Saturday, 7 January 2012
Thursday, 5 January 2012
Fascinated by fascinator
I have to admit I never knew what a fascinator was or had I ever heard of one before, even though I have been selling for almost 4 years. A few months back, a client from O Magazine contacted me and said that she was looking for a fascinator and some dresses for several tea parties for the magazine. You're looking for a what? Luckily she just giggled and of course I knew I had some homework ahead of me ( Ok, I lied, some Googling). I had seen numerous ones before but I just always assummed that they were hats. Many bridal magazines feature them and then of course, they are synanymous with horse races. As we have two major ones coming up this month, I thought I would chat about the FACINATOR.
A fascinator is a headpiece, a style of millinery. The word originally referred to a fine, lacy head covering akin to a shawl and made from wool or lace, but mostly feathers. The term had fallen almost into disuse by the 1970s.[1]
In the early 21st century, the term has made a comeback, but the meaning has slightly changed; it is now used to describe a delicate, vivacious head decoration worn mostly by women. A fascinator may be worn instead of a hat on occasions where hats were traditionally worn—such as weddings—or as an evening accessory, when it may be called a cocktail hat. It is generally worn with fairly formal attire. Fascinators have become popular internationally. Bigger than a barrette, modern fascinators are commonly made with feathers, flowers or beads.[3] They attach to the hair by a comb, headband or clip. The fun, fanciful ornament is often embellished with crystals, beads, or loops of ribbon, and attaches via a comb or headband; some have a small, stiff, flat base that can be secured with bobby pins. They are particularly popular at premium horse-racing events. Brides may choose to wear them as an alternative to a bridal veil or hat, particularly if their gowns are non-traditional.
This year's theme and dress code for the L'Ormanrin Queens plate is strictly blue and white.
A fascinator is a headpiece, a style of millinery. The word originally referred to a fine, lacy head covering akin to a shawl and made from wool or lace, but mostly feathers. The term had fallen almost into disuse by the 1970s.[1]
In the early 21st century, the term has made a comeback, but the meaning has slightly changed; it is now used to describe a delicate, vivacious head decoration worn mostly by women. A fascinator may be worn instead of a hat on occasions where hats were traditionally worn—such as weddings—or as an evening accessory, when it may be called a cocktail hat. It is generally worn with fairly formal attire. Fascinators have become popular internationally. Bigger than a barrette, modern fascinators are commonly made with feathers, flowers or beads.[3] They attach to the hair by a comb, headband or clip. The fun, fanciful ornament is often embellished with crystals, beads, or loops of ribbon, and attaches via a comb or headband; some have a small, stiff, flat base that can be secured with bobby pins. They are particularly popular at premium horse-racing events. Brides may choose to wear them as an alternative to a bridal veil or hat, particularly if their gowns are non-traditional.
This year's theme and dress code for the L'Ormanrin Queens plate is strictly blue and white.
Wednesday, 4 January 2012
Jan & Feb events - Go vintage or go home!
First up on the social calender is The L'Ormarins Queens Plate horse race at Kenilworth Racecourse on the 7th and the dress code this year is strictly blue and white. Check out the Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/pages/LOrmarins-Queens-Plate/288519251186654. For ideas on what to wear, check out what fashionista , Jen Su, suggests : http://all4women.co.za/beauty/fashion/queen-s-plate-style-advice-from-jen-su.html or lovely own beauty, Joanne Strauss: http://lifestyle.iafrica.com/fashion/769935.html
Then on the 28th is the J&B Met, again at the racecourse and the same day, it's another charity clothing swop with Chic Mamas. Can I hear a woop woop.
Then on the 28th is the J&B Met, again at the racecourse and the same day, it's another charity clothing swop with Chic Mamas. Can I hear a woop woop.
Then on the 10th Febuary is the one I am looking forward to and will be attending for the third consecutive year, and that's the Heat/Red carpet concepts Fashion show. You can read more about it here. To book tickets, go to www.webtickets.co.za.
Monday, 2 January 2012
Sunday, 1 January 2012
Relive the past - Vintage returns for 2012
Trending this summer for the early part of 2012, seeing us through to winter, is a massive comback to 1940's glamour and the sex appeal of the 60's. The 40's look is all about feminity. Popular trends will include long, pencil skirts ( I love these), loads of pearls, the infamous pussy-bow blouse (which some prefer to call kitty-blow), gloves, and fur and fedoras. For the classic 60's look, Peter Pan collars, shift dresses and double-breasted pea jackets will be trending. Also becoming extremely popular are online stores like www.closetspace.co.za, as online shopping and safe internet banking make people feel more relaxed buying at home.
Here's to bring Vintage style back every single year.
Here's to bring Vintage style back every single year.
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