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Diamond Sets a New Trend in the World of Jewelry

2011-04-03T00:26:00.000-07:00

Among all kinds of jewelry, diamonds are the closest to a woman's heart. There is a saying goes like "Diamonds are forever". Diamond is a very expensive element because it is obtained at only a few locations in the world after a hard procuring process. Diamond sets a new trend in the world of jewelry.

Diamond is known for its sterling beauty. Poets from all over the world have described the beauty of the diamond as the most beguiling. Almost each woman has a secret desire to have at least one diamond in her life. Diamond jewelry is not just another possession. Wearing diamond jewelry is like a dream come true for many women. Though there are various types of diamond jewelry like necklace, bangles, bracelets and rings, but rings are the most popular piece of diamond jewelry people love to buy. Diamonds are available in several colors but most popular colors of diamonds are deep blue, rich reds, greens, yellow and many others. While going for diamond jewelry shopping, you need to know few important facts about the quality and genuineness of diamonds. Diamonds are rated according to their cut, color, clarity and carat. While choosing a diamond, people mostly concentrate upon clarity and carat. They check the diamond for any visible impurity and the also see the size of the diamond. However, cut of the diamond is important for beauty of the diamond.

Cut is the skill to give a proper shape to a particular diamond to enhance its sparkling value. The shape of a diamond is given according to its internal dimensions, flaws and other features. Different types of diamonds have different properties internal refraction and reflection. These properties allow the light passing through diamond to split and reflect. More than clarity, these features of a diamond determine the sparkling properties. The most common shape of diamonds you can find is round. However, other shapes like oval, square cut, princess (square modified brilliant cut), pear, emerald, octagon, trillion, heart cuts and marquise are also found.

Cut of a diamond is important because it allows the light to reflect from each facet and internal surface of the diamond. It is important to look for a shape that would keep its appeal for years to come. Like you may not like princess cut or pear or heart shaped cut after a few years. When you are looking for diamond for a significant piece of jewelry, go for a classic cut.

Tungsten Carbide Jewelry and Watches Increasingly Popular Among Men

2011-04-03T00:20:00.000-07:00

Acknowledging the rising popularity of tungsten carbide and titanium among buyers of mens rings, jewelry and watches, Titanium-Jewelry.com, a premier online retailer of titanium and tungsten rings, mens wedding bands bands and men's jewelry, has announced a sale on its entire selection of tungsten watches in time for both Father's Day and graduation season.

"In the last couple of years, titanium and tungsten have become highly sought-after materials in jewelry and watch-making," explains Ron Yates, the founder of Titanium-Jewelry.com. "Men in particular seem to be attracted by the masculine characteristics- the strength and ruggedness, not to mention the distinctly modern look of these metals. So naturally, tungsten jewelry and watches have become quite popular as gifts for dads and grads."

In commemoration of both graduation season and Father's Day, Titanium-Jewelry.com is offering between $70 and $100 off its inventory of Adajio watches, which includes standard and chronograph styles for both men and ladies. Like all of the online retailer's jewelry, the watches are sold with Titanium-Jewelry.com's 30-day "Love it or Return it" guarantee.

Adajio watches, with their solid tungsten carbide bracelets and cases, are virtually scratch-resistant and designed to resist everyday wear and tear while retaining a superior polished finish. The watches utilize sapphire crystals for durability and Swiss quartz crystal movement for the ultimate in precision time-keeping. Each Adajio watch arrives in a beautiful wooden presentation box and is backed by the manufacturer's one year all-inclusive warranty.

"These watches are also perfect complements to the tungsten carbide and titanium rings and wedding bands sold at Titanium-jewelry.com," adds Yates.

The popularity of tungsten carbide and titanium jewelry styles owes to more than just these contemporary metals' unique fashionable and practical appeal. The increasing number of buyers seeking alternatives can also be seen as a reaction to the soaring price of gold, which has reached a record high within the last month.

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A Guide to Famous Handbags in Fashion

2011-04-03T00:18:00.000-07:00

Whilst fashion accessory trends wax and wane there are a number of classic handbags which will never go out of style. These bags are not so much accessories as heirlooms, and their iconic status has inspired many other designs and imitations throughout fashion history.

The Chanel 2.55 Bag
Coco Chanel’s quilted, chain–handled bag is as popular with fashionistas today as its initial creation in 1955. The bag takes it name from the year of its birth, and is instantly recognizable by its (at the time) revolutionary chain-strap, and quilted texture. Inspired by the quilted coats worn by boys at the race track which Coco Chanel so often frequented, the Chanel 2.55 has spawned many imitations but is still in a class of its own.
More than 50 years on the Chanel 2.55 remains a firm fashion favorite due to its practical styling. According to designer Karl Lagerfeld, “The 2.55 is the lightest, easiest, most comfortable bag. Everyone who carries it looks modern.”

The Fendi Baguette Bag

A relatively new-kid-on-the-block, the Fendi Baguette was first coveted in the late 1990s. Named after the French baguette because of its slimline shape, with its ability to be carried under the arm, like the French lovingly transport their baguettes.

The bag was the brainchild of Silvia Venturini Fendi, who in 1997, according to LVMH.com imagined a bag with sleekly linear, geometric lines designed so it could also be carried under the arm. She named it Le Baguette.

The popularity of the bag saw the Fendi group releasing 10th anniversary versions in 2007 with 10 new colors and a blank white canvas all purpose version which was accompanied with 10 Pantone color marker pens to allow women to truly personalize their own Baguette bag. Such was its success that for 2010 Fendi have released a woven unfinished DIY Baguette bag, complete with an embroidery kit and instructional DVD, for owners to create their own very individual bag.

The Hermès Birkin Bag

Possibly the most sought after handbag of all time, the Hermès Birkin is in a class of its own. The high price tag and a 2 year waiting list means that it has become the ultimate status symbol in handbags.

The Birkin was inspired by the singer Jane Birkin, who found herself sitting next to the CEO of Hermès, Jean-Louis Dumas, on a flight from London to Paris. In a conversation with Dumas the singer remarked that she wished her existing overstuffed Hermès bag was bigger and had compartments in it. Approximately one month later Dumas send Birkin a newly designed (larger and more practical) handbag based on her suggestions, and so the Hermès Birkin was born.

The Hermès Kelly Bag

The Hermès Kelly bag joins the ranks of coveted handbags and stands alongside its sister the Birkin in terms of iconic status, quality and craftmanship (it can take around 25 hours to handmake a Kelly of a Birkin).

The purse was thrust into the spotlight it the 1950s when former Hollywood movie star Grace Kelly, now Princess Grace of Monaco, was photographed shyly shielding her (as yet unannounced) pregnancy from the press with her favorite crocodile skin Hermès bag. As Grace was a style maven in her time the bag caused such fervor in the fashion world that Hermès renamed the bag “the Kelly”, in Grace Kelly’s honor.

These four iconic bags withstand the test of time in the fickle world of fashion. Their appeal transcends all trends and age groups and for those who can afford to own the real thing, prove a worthwhile investment.

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Sarah Palin's Glasses Spark a New Fashion Trend

2011-04-03T00:17:00.000-07:00

Rimless Frames — Fashion Accessory of the U.S. Election Campaign 08

Govenor Sarah Palin’s rimless eye glasses, worn at the Republican National Convention in St Paul,Minnesota, are fast becoming her signature look. If the incessant chatter of the media is anything to go by her eyewear appears to be doing for her what the pantsuit did for Hillary Clinton, and then some!. The self-confessed pitbull's sexy-librarian look, with her pencil skirts and red Naughty Monkey peep-toe pumps, has unleashed a barrage of inquiries at local opticians for a similar style and frame.

In Marie Claire's online article, September 9, 2008, “Sarah Palin’s glasses are style hit,” the magazine confirms that style-conscious voters in the US are racing to get their hands on a pair of Palin's signature spectacles which she wore during her official VP acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention.

According to news media and online blogs such as ABC News, Los Angeles Times, the UK's Guardian and Huffington Post, Sarah Palin’s glasses have been a bit hit with many American women. They have even been part of the buzz at the current New York Mercedes-Benz Spring 09 Fashion Week.

ABC News, in its September 7th, 2008, online feature “Are Sarah Palin’s eye glasses the new pantsuit?” compares her eyeglasses with Jackie Kennedy’s trademark pillbox hat in terms of a revolutionary thing to wear.

Bipartisan Must-Have Fashion Accessory

Palin’s glasses are created by Kazuo Kawasaki, a Japanese designer, who might just be responsible for sparking the most famous craze in rimless lenses and titanium frames. Sarah Palin’s eyewear is fast becoming, according toABC News, a “bipartisan must-have fashion accessory.”

However, one fashion guru is not so impressed with Palin’s specs. In the “Project Runway” interview on Usmagazine.com, 5th September 2008,Project Runway judge Nina Garcia says of Palin’s style, “she has promise. She just needs to lose those glasses!”

Sarah Palin's Eye Glasses

The company who manufacturer Palin’s Kawaskaki rimless glasses, Italee Optics, Inc, says it has been inundated with inquiries from its authorized dealers. Women want the same style, color and frame as Wasilla's most famous gun-toting, moose-hunting hockey mum, who jokingly likens herself to a "pitbull with lipstick." Savvy Sarah Palin’s look is simple yet sophisticated and smart. Her rimless rectangular frames flatter her face and highlight her eyes.

Distributor, Italee Optics Inc is based in Los Angeles, California, who according to Us Weekly magazine's "Celebrity News", the company is now manufacturing the same style rimless glasses around the clock in order to keep-up with the demand. The company touts its Kazuo Kawasaki range as modern yet timeless, simple yet sophisticated. Frames cost around $375 (and beyond) without lenses and are available in many colors including Palin's silver frames. Kazuo Kawasaki’s screwless 3-point tension mounted frames are constructed of beta titanium which are durable and lightweight.

According to LAtimesblogs.latimes.com,September 4, 2008 feature "Will Governor Palin's eye glasses start an eyewear trend?" Palin’s rimeless frames were bought from an optician in Chungiak, Alaska called Home Optics. Palin's sought-after style is from the Kazuo Kawasaki 704 series in #34 gray.

Opticians Find Rimless Glasses in Demand

Jodie McAllister, optician and owner of East Millcreek Eyewear in Salt Lake City, Utah , who stocks the Kuzo Kawasaki range, says she is receiving enquiries and orders everyday. Now somewhat of an expert on the sales ofKawasaki frames McAllister says “Sarah Palin’s #704 style is just one of many models in that series, it comes in 20 different colors and unlimited shapes."

It is important to remember, however, that when selecting a frame for sunglasses or spectacles, they need to complement the individual wearer's face shape. Palin's famous specs may not suit everyone! However, according to McAllister, who has 35 years experience as an optician, the great thing about the Kawasaki-style 3-piece mount, is that "because there is nothing around the lens to interfere with the shape, it can be anything you want — a great optician will know that and can advise you. "

The Politics of Fashion

The Governor of Alaska's glasses are not the only fashion item coming under the microscope from the news media. After Cindy McCain and Laura Bush's appearance at the GOP convention in St Paul,Vanity Fair put together a feature, detailing the ladies' Oscar de la Renta outfits and their estimated cost.

Palin's Signature StyleSarah Palin not the only famous face to sport this style. David Letterman, Samuel L Jackson and Stephen Colbert also wear a Kawasakirimless frame. However, with Palin having been thrust suddenly into spotlight during the last week, as the little-known Governor of Alaska-turned Republican VP candidate, one thing is certain; we can expect the world's press to continue to latch onto her fashion style with the tenacity of a pitbull — with or without lipstick!

Sarah Palin's Naughty Monkey Shoes Boost Sales

2011-04-03T00:16:00.000-07:00

Governor Palin’s Passion for Peep-Toe Pumps Help U.S. Shoe Designer

With just under a month to go before the most critical election in the U.S.'s recent history, the fascination over Sarah Palin’s fashion style continues unabated.

First there were her rimless glasses, sending many bespectacled American women running to their optician for a copy-cat pair of Kawasaki frames. Then her saucy up-do, instigating a plethora of Palin-esque wigs; and now, it seems, her passion for red shoes.

At her much anticipated VP debate against Senator Joe Biden on October 2nd, 2008, Palin wore a sharp olive green suit teamed with chic red patent pumps. She clearly has a passion for both red and peep-toes, as she proved by wearing a pair of double-buckled Naughty Monkey shoes at a Republican campaign rally at Dayton, Ohio, when McCain introduced her to the world as his VP pick.

Naughty Monkey Shoes

Designer Naughty Monkey have found that Palin’s Double Dare pumps have been flying off the shelves at footwear stores since being thrown into the spotlight.

The spike in sales initially took retailers by surprise. The brand is generally geared to 20-something women who go clubbing, and not generally favored by 40-something politicians. Naughty Monkey considers itself as an edgy and hip brand, with celebrities like Paris Hilton being photographed wearing its shoes.

The company is a fresh fun shoe collection which hails from California, whose designs are based on making footwear fun, and have a reputation for being very comfortable. According to shoe and bag retailer, Endless.com, the naughty monkey in question shall remain nameless but “heard constant gripes and complaints about how mundane and boring footwear had become.”

Naughty Monkey Double Dare Pump

Naughty Monkey’s Double Dare pump has big buckles and a 3 ½ inch heel. It is priced at $89.95 on Endless.com and is available in 4 colors, including Palin’s fire engine red. The company has a huge selection of styles including some wonderfully trendy buckled and button-cuffed winter boots, cheeky shoe-boots and buckled purple (the color to be seen in this season) peep-toe pumps.

Retailers and opticians have been capitalizing on the power of Palin ever since she was thrown into the political circus just over 5 weeks ago. Italee Optics, the manufacturer of her Kawasaki rimless frames has been fighting to keep up with demand, and sales of Palin-style wigs and hairpieces have increased dramatically.

Palin’s Hairstyle Boosts Sales for Wigs

The Wall Street Journal’s “Palin Style Sparks Buying Frenzy,” of September 12, 2008, reports that hairstylists and wig sellers are experiencing a sudden demand for Palin’s trademark up-dos and her swept-back style. In the week after the RNC, WigSalon.com sold over 25 Palin-esque wigs, and has sent a newsletter to 25,000 subscribers, highlighting Palin-like styling tips and wig and hairpiece options. Even In Style magazine has got in on the act with its "Election Hair Makeover", where readers to their website, Instyle.com can upload their picture onto the Hollywood Hair Makeover Tool and try on “the Sarah, the Cindy, the Hillary and the Michelle.

How Look Good in a Little Black Dress

2011-04-03T00:15:00.000-07:00

The Fashion Piece No Woman Can Be Without

Every woman has one hiding in her closet – the little black dress. There are so many variations on the black dress – sleeveless, backless, formal, casual - but one thing is universal. They’re classics – and they’re de rigeur for a woman’s wardrobe. Here’s how to look good in a little black dress.

How to Wear a Black Dress to the Office
They’re timeless and always in style, but not all black dresses are appropriate for the office. If it’s a backless or sleeveless little black dress, it won’t work in a conservative office setting. Don’t worry. It’s easy to turn a skimpy black dress into office wear by teaming it with a stylish blazer, duster or cardigan to hide the skimpiness.
Another option is to wear a long sweater over it – so it looks like a sweater and skirt rather than a dress. This works well for people who need to attend an after hours party and don’t have time to change. Simply take the sweater off and add snazzy jewelry and shoes for instant evening attire. A sleeveless little black dress is the most versatile fashion item a woman can own.

How to Dress Down a Little Black Dress
To make a black dress fun and casual, wear it with a pair of slender pants or leggings – tunic style. Be sure to add an artsy belt and flat shoes. Another fun look is to wear black tights with a black dress and throw on a faded jean jacket. Another option is to wear a black dress with black boots and chunky jewelry for a less formal occasion. Why not team it with a black, faux leather jacket for a chic biker look?

How to Wear a Little Black Dress at Night
Evening is when a sleeveless little black dress can really steal the show. Dress it up with fishnet stockings, if you dare. Put on sexy, open toe stilettos and a pair of elbow length black gloves. Add some bling by wearing long dangly crystal earrings, a faux diamond cuff, and a black satin clutch purse. Drape a dramatic silk wrap or shawl around the top and make a dramatic entrance. Wear smoky eyeshadow to complete the look.

How to Wear a Black Dress: The Bottom Line?
A black dress offers the ultimate in versatility. Don’t be afraid to experiment by teaming this classic it with shirts and blouses worn on top or underneath. Try it with different belts, shoes, and accessories, so it can be worn to almost any function and no one will know it’s the same dress. A little black dress is always instant style.

Stylish Looks In Maxi Dresses

2011-04-03T00:14:00.000-07:00

A perfect dress for a woman has to be one that makes her feel feminine and look gorgeous. Maxi dresses are always a popular choice among women because they are so comfortable as well as fashionable. These great styles in maxi dresses will look amazing on you and you will love to flaunt them whenever you get a chance! When you really want to look good, all you need to do is to accessorize a maxi dress with some matching earrings and sexy sandals along with a cute handbag and you are ready to go.

For great looks with fashion and feminity, check out the collection of scintillating maxi dresses on our site. These dresses will certainly impart you with the sensuous and glamorous looks that you have always dreamt of. And when it is your time to shine, you can always feel confident and sexy in a maxi dress all night long.

Take it to the max with the old navy maxi women's jersey tube dress! This comfy jersey maxi-dress features a smocked tube bodice and long flowing skirt. Available in a variety of prints and solids, this is one warm-weather dress you won't want to be without. Prominent features of the dress are smocked tube bodice, ruffled neckline, gathered empire waist, flared hem and soft and lightweight jersey cotton tiered hemline.

If you've been looking for a great maxi dress that you can dress up for night, you won't want to miss the blue rachel pally maxi dress. This new style by Rachel Pally is perfect for your spring and summer activities. Whether you're running errands, having a casual lunch with friends, or going on vacation, this dress is a definite must-have. The dress is comfortable and stylish with an interesting print. This strapless maxi dress has a ruffled bustline that flows to a loose fitting skirt. Add big hoop earrings and a great sandal for the perfect look.

You know it's time for the weather to turn warm when maxi dresses start to turn up. Go outside and enjoy the sun in this beautiful floral embroidered silhouettes maxi dress. A smocked waist gives this dress its traditional maxi silhouette with a fitted top and long flowing skirt. You'll look chic and be completely comfortable in this exotic dress. The dress measures approximately 56" from shoulder to hem, with a 20" waist, 11" shoulder width and 1.5" strap width. The imported dress is made of 100% rayon and must only be dry cleaned.

The embellished ombre morrell maxie maxi evening gown is a classic and timeless evening gown. It is a one of a kind, elegant gown for your next formal occasion. The dress has a strapless bodice with an empire waist. The bust is accented by sequins and different shades of blue fabric creating a layered look. The skirt is loose and flowy and also incorporates different shades of blue. Pair with silver heels to complete the look.

Brighten up your closet with the mauve tiered chaudry maxi dress. This print tiered dress by chaudry is great for those warm days and into the cooler ones and just the perfect dress to wear to the beach or out for drinks. This long dress has spaghetti straps, a v-neckline and tiered skirt for added interest. The loose fitting bodice makes for a comfortable, yet fashionable dress! Pair it with sandals or heels for a day or night look.
Maxi dresses are now available in an incredible assortment of stylish and trendy designs.

And the Oscar for Best Dressed Goes To...

2011-03-14T11:46:00.001-07:00

This year's red carpet was filled with gorgeous fashions, but three women undeniably stole the show: Michelle Williams, Cate Blanchett, and new-comer Hailee Steinfeld.

Michelle Williams was utterly flawless in Chanel Couture. She nailed the entire look, from the perfect pixie haircut to the relatively jewelry-free embellishments. Red Carpet glamour doesn't get much better than this.

Cate Blanchett looked highly original in Givenchy. Some may have criticized the silhouette of this dress, but I loved it. I also thought it was true to the aesthetics that Blanchett is known for. It takes a certain style to carry off this dress, and Blanchett did so perfectly.

How refreshing is it to see a young woman in an entirely age-appropriate look? Hailee Steinfeld won over the masses not only for her Oscar-nominated role in "True Grit," but for her impeccable taste in choosing this beautiful Marchesa gown.

My other favorites included Gwyneth Paltrow in Calvin Klein, Halle Berry in Marchesa, and Scarlett Johansson in Dolce & Gabbana. I also loved all of the dresses that host Anne Hathaway wore throughout the show (but not the dress she arrived in- sorry, Valentino!). There were a few dresses that I didn't care for. Nicole Kidman's Dior just reminded me of a seashell. I thought Amy Adams could have improved her dark blue dress by removing the bold necklace and wearing her hair up. As for best dressed male? Andrew Garfield in Louis Vuitton, though I could be a bit biased by the fact that he is also quite handsome.

Other fashion high-notes included Colin Firth thanking Tom Ford in his acceptance speech (loved that!) and Natalie Portman thanking the Mulleavy Sisters (even if they weren't technically the costume designers) for their work in "Black Swan."

All in all, it was a very fashionable evening!

The End of an Era

2011-03-14T11:45:00.001-07:00

Well, it's official. John Galliano has been fired from Christian Dior over accusations of anti-Semitic comments. Who would have guessed that something like this would happen? I still can't believe how quickly this unfolded.

I have been hoping that there is more to the story than we are hearing, but after viewing the video of Galliano making those statements, I just don't know. I am deeply saddened to see Galliano's fantastic career come to an end (not to mention the ongoing defamation of his talent), but I'm even more disappointed to see someone I admired so much act in such a way. This is indeed the end of an era for many reasons.

I'm continuing to read up on this issue. There will no doubt be more discussion as it continues to develop.

Sarah Burton's Ice Queen and Court for McQueen

2011-03-14T11:44:00.000-07:00

The question over at Alexander McQueen, since the loss of the maestro himself, has been how much should Sarah Burton mesh her individual creativity with the vision that McQueen had himself for his label. After viewing her first complete solo collection for the house of Alexander McQueen, I think she did both perfectly. She married her talents and unique point of view with the raw genius of that of Alexander McQueen in the brilliantly-themed "The Ice Queen and Her Court" collection.

It was a collection of both light and airy and tough and edgy clothing, with little color. Nearly every shoe was a platform laced boot of white or black. Models also wore caps of feathers, fur hoods, and little visible makeup. The collection wasn't entirely wearable, but I don't think it needs to be. There is always a client for those who produce fanciful clothing. In fact, there is one dress in particular that I would be lining up to purchase...

I loved the opening look modeled by Freja as the Ice Queen herself.

I could see Daphne Guinness wearing this.

I hope that isn't real fur since I find this entire look highly wearable.

This looks like an ideal suit for the office to me.

Another gorgeous Ice Queen look. I wonder if Tilda Swinton's role in "The Chronicles of Narnia" was partial inspiration for this collection...

Just the slightest touch of color in this delicate lavender ensemble.

And the most beautiful, breath-taking dress of all. Sarah Burton must have a window into my dreams because this is exactly what I have envisioned wearing for a wedding. Time to start saving!I.want.this.dress.

Hot Sheela

2011-03-14T11:39:00.000-07:00

Sheela Biography

Sheela is now a well-known actress in the South Cinema. She has acted in all the four languages of the South.

Sheela began her film career as a child artist adding about 20 films to her name. As a heroine, her second stint began with the Tamil film ‘Ilavattam’ 2006. She debut in Telugu with ‘Raju Bhai’ starring opposite Manchu Manoj. Later, she played female lead role in ‘Hello Premistara.’ Both the films failed to reach people and so do Sheela.

She had her first break through in the form of ‘Parugu.’ She starred opposite Allu Arjun in the film. Then came ‘Maska’ which tumbled at the box office.

Her biggest film is Telugu so far in the January, 2010-released ‘Adurs.’ She played the glam doll role pairing opposite Junior NTR in the film.

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Hot Sherlyn Chopra

2011-03-14T11:37:00.000-07:00

Sherlyn Chopra

Bold and beautiful, Sherlyn Chopra is not one to shy away from taking risks in her career.

Sherlyn is also known as Mona Chopra and was born on 11th February 1984.

While she loves acting, it hasn’t stopped Sherlyn Chopra from trying her voice at singing. She has released two albums titled Outrageous and Dard-e-Sherlyn.

She has acted in movies like Beeper (2002), Timepass (2005), Dosti (2005), Naughty Boy (2006) and Jawaani Deewani (2006). She is currently working on a project by the prestigious Yash Raj Films which also stars Shahid Kapoor and Rani Mukherji.

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Hot Saklani

2011-03-14T11:36:00.000-07:00

Saklani

Shilpa Saklani is a popular television actress.

In 2000, she made her debut in a movie Tere Liye and then was seen in a guest role in Na Tum Jaano Na Hum (2002).

While her career in movies did not take off, she became a household name when she entered Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhie Bahu Thi as Ganga. She is also seen in Lavanya and Kkusum.

She appeared in Nach Baliye with her husband Apoorva Agnihotri. They’ve also worked together in Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin.

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Hot Shraddha Arya

2011-03-14T11:35:00.000-07:00

Shraddha Arya

Shradhha Arya, after showing the stuff she’s made of as a model, got a dream debut in Ram Gopal Varma’s Nishabd (2007) which also starred Amitabh Bachchan and Revathi. This Delhi girl played Bachchan’s daughter Ritu onscreen.

Arya, who was also a winner on Zine Star Ki Khoj and has been in a few music videos, starred in a Telugu movie Godava (2007).

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Hot Shriya Saran

2011-03-14T11:34:00.000-07:00

Shriya Saran

Shriya Saran’s one of the reigning queens of South Indian cinema, her face transforming from innocence to glamorous with remarkable ease. Language is no barrier to this actress as she continues to take on roles in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi and English films.

Simply Shriya

Shriya was born in Dehradun on the 11th of September 1982. Her mother is Neeraja, a school teacher and her father is Pushpendra Saran, working with Bharat Heavy Metal Works. She has an older brother Abhiroop.

Shriya grew up in Ranipur. She studied at the Delhi Public School and acquired a B.A in Literature from Lady Sri Ram College. She is also a Kathak dancer and trained under Shobha Narayan.

She started out as a model, appearing in several commercials like Brookbond, Red Label, Lux and Head & Shoulders. She was also a part of music videos like Tirakthi Kyun Hawa by Reenu Nathan which was shot in Banaras.

Lighting Up The Screens

Shriya broke into movies with a Telugu movie Ishtam in 2001. Though the movie was not a success, the industry noticed her. This was followed by the 2002 film Santosham with Nagarjuna, which did extremely well. The other two films released the same year Nuvve Nuvve and Chennakeshava Reddy also did well. She got the opportunity to work with some of the major stars and came out with several hits like Tagore (2003) and Chatrapati (2005).

Her Tamil films like Ennaku 20 Unnaku 18 in 2003, Mazhai in 2005 were good performers at the box office. In 2007, she starred in Azhagiya Tamil Magan and she was cast opposite Rajnikanth in Shivaji: The Boss that was one of the biggest films ever made in India

Bollywood also has seen a Shriya with Tujhe Meri Kasam (2003), Thoda Hum Badlo Thoda Tum (2004), Awaarapan (2007) and Mission Istanbul (2008).

Up Ahead

Shriya has a mix of Tamil, Hindi and English scheduled to hit the theaters soon like Ek- The Power of One, Kanthaswamy, Jaggubhai, The Other End of the Line and What’s Cooking Stella?

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Hot Soha Ali Khan

2011-03-14T11:33:00.000-07:00

Soha Ali Khan

Soha Ali Khan coming from a family of famous names is no stranger to the flashbulbs.

Basics on Soha
Soha Ali Khan Pataudi was on 4th October 1978 in New Delhi, India to Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, the Nawab of Pataudi and former captain of the Indian cricket team and Sharmila Tagore, a popular actress in Indian cinema. Her brother Saif Ali Khan is a successful actor who was married to actress Amrita Singh and is now dating the actress Kareena Kapoor. She has a sister Saba who has chosen not to enter movies.

Sohaâ??s schooling years were in New Delhi at The British School. She studied History at the Balliol College, Oxford University and then obtained a Masterâ??s degree in International Relations from the London School of Economics.

Acting was not her initial choice of career and she worked with the Ford Foundation and Citibank. She continues to try her hand at various things like modeling for Globus and is also on the Advisory Board for Res Publica, an entrepreneur group.

Soha Ali Khanâ??s Movies
2004Â Sohaâ??s debut in Bollywood was with Anant Mahadevanâ??s Dil Maange More as Shahid Kapoorâ??s girlfriend.

2005Â In Pyaar Mein Twist, she played Dimple Kapadiaâ??s daughter. This was followed by David Dhawanâ??s Shaadi No.1 and Antar Mahal.

2006Â In Rakeysh Omprakash Mehraâ??s Rang De Basanti, her performance as Sonia whose fiancÃ© dies in a plane crash. She won the IIFA Best Supporting Actress Award. Ahista Ahista saw her as a jilted lover.

2007Â Sudhir Mishraâ??s Khoya Khoya Chand cast her with Shiney Ahuja and was about the film industry.

2008Â Her performance in Mumbai Meri Jaan was considered brilliant as Rupali, a news reporter. Two other releases were Sudhir Mishraâ??s Tera Kya Hoga Johnny and Anil Sharmaâ??s Dil Kabaddi.

2009Â Sohaâ??s upcoming releases are 99 and Dhoondte Reh Jaaoge.

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Hot Sonal Chauhan

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Sonal Chauhan

Sonal, Who?

Sonal Chauhan, a model and newbie in the film industry, was born on May 16th 1985 in Bulandhshahpur in Uttar Pradesh. She is one of the four children of a police inspector. She has an elder brother and two younger sisters.

She did her schooling at DPS Noida and graduated with a degree in Philosophy from Gargi College, New Delhi.

Going Places

Sonal was a Ms.India contestant and though she didn’t get that crown on her head, she did win the Miss World Tourism 2005 in Malaysia. We’ve seen her in commercials likes Ponds, Nokia, LG, Reliance CDMA, Hero Honda Passion and also in Himesh Reshammiya’s music video from his album Aap Ka Suroor.

The Movie Scene

2008 Sonal got her first break opposite serial kisser Emraan Hashmi in Jannat that was her debut movie and in a Telugu movie Rainbow.

2009 She is shooting for the sequel Raaz – The Mystery Continues with Emraan Hashmi and Kangana Ranaut. That’s just the beginning. She also has a Hollywood movie Final Life and a Kannada movie with Shivraajkumar called Cheluveya Ninna Nodalu to be out in theaters this year.

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Hot Shraddha Das

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Spring 2010 Fashion Trends

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If ever there was a time to hit the gym, it's this Spring. Hemlines have crept up to shorter than short; in fact reaching the negative. Hot pants, boy shorts, and tap pants are all variations on this shorter-than-short style, which in many cases reveal more than just one's legs.

High dress splits

How to pull off the ultimate in sexy without reaching for the micro-mini? Add a long dress with a high split to your Spring wardrobe. From Versace's knock-out gowns to Lanvin's elegantly draping numbers, we look at numerous ways to rock a high dress split

See through and sheer fabrics trend
In Spring and Summer fashion tends to get a little more revealing; we blame it on the heat, and one's desire to show off. 2009/2010's sheer pieces are a mixture of the soft and feminine, to the opposite extremes of the hardcore sex-kitten

Armani's New Release

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Armani Clothes For Women:

These premium quality denim jeans from Armani look elegant in spite of the casual orientation of this garment upon the whole. The jeans have a dark wash and low waist.

Sitting perfectly on your hips, these brilliant garment make you sexy and attractive and no painless efforts are made to achieve this goal. You will look feminine and desirable. Maintain a sense of unique personal style, wearing these slim fit jeans from Armani!

Women Accessories:
Glasses:

If you are looking for that great pair of shades, we have some great option of mens sunglasses to consider. To name a few, the Emperio Armani mens EA9487/S over sized aviator sunglasses. It is an over sized plastic aviator featuring silver detailing above the bridge and comes with a black frame with plastic grey gradient lenses. The signature

Armani's New Release

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Wrist Watch:

The quality of an Armani watch is excellent, as is its craftsmanship. And as far as timekeeping goes, the precision of an authentic Italian watch is practically unmatched. Even though Swiss watches are still highly coveted, Italian watches match them in style, precision, quality and collect ability. In fact, it can be said that most people prefer Ital ...

Hand Bags:

Women have many beautiful things todecorate them, like jewelry, clothes and fashion handbags. We often combine women with the fashion due to their fashionable handbags. Their handbags are in unique designs and have exquisite designer craftsmanship.If you are really a fashion people, you will buy gorgeous new handbags at the turn of the season Whether it is the clutch bag, rectangular or antique looking, a black patent leather handbag or a metallic purse to be worn on your ...

Armani Necklace - Stylish and Eye-Catching Jewelry For Both Men & Women

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If you are not familiar with the famous Armani necklace that is scorching the top popularity graphs today, then you are really not in touch with the happenings and trends in the fashion world of the present generation. An Armani necklace is for the eyes of the beholder. The use of commonly available material forms the essence of Armani products and the necklace is no exception. There are gold and silver necklaces too, for those people who even in this fast-paced emerging world of today still crave for the luxurious ambiance of gold and silver adorning their necks. At one time, gold was not only considered the material of choice for necklaces, it was essential to have a bit of gold in the item that was being gifted. But the scenario has changed now. With Armani coming in, there has been a sea change in the gifting ideas and for those loving modern-day jewelry, Armani has made a range of top end products that would suit the demand.

An Armani necklace is available in a wide range of choices. There is the single pleat necklace with gold pendants that suit the wearer, and there are braided pleats of silver with matching silver pendants too. These necklaces have affordability and variety that few fashion houses can even think of. The Italian collections are spectacular and formidable in their range and choice too. You would have never imagined a white silver Armani necklace coming to you at an affordable price of just around $99 but that again is the specialty of Armani. You get fine handcrafted merchandise at literally throwaway prices as they believe that quality stuff can be manufactured at affordable prices too.

Actually the secret of an Armani necklace being the top selling necklace of today is the use of commonplace material like stainless steel and beads in the tassel part of the necklace. Until a few years ago, it was impossible to think of stainless steel as a necklace commodity but with sweeping changes in fashion and designs, everyday items are now being used more extensively to manufacture jewelry items. It sometimes becomes tough to imagine that the stainless steel Armani necklace for men of today is still as popular and cherished as the braided gold or silver necklace of the past. Matching pendants with newer and more upfront designing are making these necklaces a thing to reckon with these days. Go online and you will see an ocean of varieties when it comes to selecting the best necklace of your choice. You would be stunned by the beauty of each of these masterpieces and can realize the reason behind these necklaces being a choice of today's men and women.

Put little straps of the finest leather, a few strands of silver and a sprinkle of dazzling crystals, and Armani would give you the necklace of your choice. No wonder, an Armani necklace is the choice of today's youth, and when it comes to presenting your beloved with the best, Armani has the right solution for you.

Balmain: sexy, shiny, decadent for Fall 2010

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Balmain's romp into sexy minidresses and military-glam continues for Fall 2010. There were no surprise changes in direction or revolutionary new ideas:Christophe Decarnin is on a roll, and if the formula works, why change it?

That's not to say there was nothing remotely different or exciting about the collection. While strong shoulders, short hems and slim silhouettes were as before, the mood was decidedly more Rococo opulence-meets-rock 'n' roll, with shining metallic brocades and skinny pant-suits. And it works. It's strong, sexy, and saleable.