If you're over forty, chances are your hemline is a constant source of consternation. Which length is the right length? Well, there are a variety of factors that can affect your hemline, and in this article, I look at a few of the more important ones. First, there's your age. While many forty and fi...
If you're like me, then you've probably noticed that your usually smooth and beautiful skin will almost always suddenly develop a spot or two on the very day that you need to look your best. While foundation and concealer can do wonders for camouflaging pimples, if they are swollen and red, you wil...
More and more people these days are gluten intolerant, and cannot handle eating products made from regular flour. The good news is that there are also plenty of options out there, which allow you to still enjoy your favorite baked goods, including bread. Potato, rice, rye, and other flours are all g...
If you love filter coffee, but hate the hassle of making it in a complicated, hard to clean coffee machine, then a coffee plunger, or caffetiere, is the answer to your problems. These tempered glass containers have a built in filter, that allows you to put the coffee grounds in the bottom of the gla...
When you first start bathing your baby, he or she will do little but flail at the water, and possibly cry. A lot. However, a few months down the line, those little hands that have just been discovered will start looking for something to do. Without tub toys, that something may mean grabbing at the...
If you have just found out that you are pregnant, chances are you are tempted to rush out and buy maternity wear. Do not. The thing is, you never know how big, or small, you will be. With my own daughter, I could fit into my regular clothes until I was seven months along – so buying maternity...
Aside from your own outfit, and your wedding party, there's one other woman that will be in the spotlight on yourbig day: your mother. To a lesser degree, your mother in law will share that focus. So, while you're running around, making last minute arrangements, tearing your hair out over the detail...
If you've ever watched the movie 27 Dresses, then you'll have some idea of just how outlandish bridesmaids outfits can get. Yes, it is your big day, but you should always remember that these are your friends and family that you're talking about! You want them to look good, and be comfortable too. Y...
If there's one new trend in boots that every woman should be paying attention to, it's the thigh high boot trend. What was once made popular by Julia Roberts on the movie poster for Pretty Woman is back with a vengeance. Not only will thigh high boots keep your knees warm, but they also hide a mult...
As is usually the case with fashion, the current trend for long, flowing maxi dresses is a part of fashions love affair with the seventies. It's not all tie die and hippies though. The maxi is going main stream! If you look at pictures of celebs that love maxis, like Nicole Ritchie and Beyonce, you...
Sure, us girls like to use blusher to give our cheeks a rosy glow. However, we like to be able to choose when and how to pull off the look. When there are small veins or capillaries on your cheeks that are near the surface, or that break, you could end up with a ruddy appearance that's anything but...
If you're like me, you probably love the glam, gothic look of all around eye liner. However, using a black liner all the way around your eye will make them look smaller, which is not what you're going for here. The answer is quite simple really. Use your favorite black eyeliner along your top lashe...
Dry measuring cups are fantastic for measuring your dry ingredients, especially when baking biscuits and cakes, and should be found in every kitchen. They are usually made of metal, but plastic and ceramic types are also available. They normally come in sets of four sizes, with other sizes also avai...
Dry measuring cups are fantastic for measuring your dry ingredients, especially when baking biscuits and cakes, and should be found in every kitchen. They are usually made of metal, but plastic and ceramic types are also available. They normally come in sets of four sizes, with other sizes also avai...
Sugar is found in most homes, and is used in a multitude of ways in the kitchen. To keep sugar fresh, and to prevent it from forming lumps, it should be stored in its original packaging, or an airtight container. Brown sugar, especially, should be sealed tightly, as it has a tendency to dry out and...
Sugar is found in most homes, and is used in a multitude of ways in the kitchen. To keep sugar fresh, and to prevent it from forming lumps, it should be stored in its original packaging, or an airtight container. Brown sugar, especially, should be sealed tightly, as it has a tendency to dry out and...
If you are having your first baby, the sheer quantity of stuff that this little person needs is probably daunting. If there is one thing you definitely need, however, it is a baby bath. Believe me, you will not believe just how tiny these little people are, and bathing them anywhere else just is not...
One of the most important skills your toddler will ever learn is to read. It's a skill that will stand your child in good stead for his or her whole life, and it's a skill that you can help him learn from very young. The best way to do that is to start buying your child books when he or she is a tod...
If you're having a big, traditional wedding, chances are there will be a few children in your bridal party. If that is the case, you will need to find clothes for those children, which is sometimes easier said than done! For one thing, children tend to have unscheduled and unpredictable growth spurt...
If there's one thing that's tricky when it comes to wedding co-ordination, it's getting your groom, and his party, to fit in with the theme and the décor. I mean, there's only so creative you can get with a suit, right? While that is certainly true, there are ways you can get your groom to co...
When it comes to choosing the perfect dress, your body type has a lot to do with what you can, and should get away with. Larger breasted women, for instance, should steer clear of bandau styles, that are more suited to the petite and flatter chested. They will, however, look great in a halterneck s...
I never used to be detail oriented when it comes to clothes. However, as I get older, and some might say wiser, I've realised that when it comes to fashion, and looking great in your clothes, it's sometimes all about the details. One of those is the ironed crease on your trousers. It was never som...
Okay, so we all know that every season brings a new style of swimwear (and probably small changes in your body). Either way, part of the fun of preparing for summer is buying a new swimsuit. For the months of the year that you are using your swimsuit however, you want it to look it's best, and ther...
There's an old saying: history repeats itself. When it comes to makeup trends, that saying couldn't be more true. In fact, if fashion and beauties love affair with all things eighties is anything to go by, then the beauty industry is the truest reflection of that trend. When you want to do eighties,...
Isn't life just unfair? We all know that tanned skin looks better, and can even hide flaws in your body – lets face it tanned thighs will always look better than their pasty white counterparts. However, we also know that sun exposure is dangerous and aging. Enter airbrush tanning. The simple,...
If there's one thing I've noticed, it's that all the cutest tops and dresses out there are the ones that you just cannot wear with a bra. Since I'm one of those girls that can't get away without one, that has always meant that I've had to admire from afar. However, the arrival on the lingerie scene...
If you thought that everything related to a better looking body involves dieting and exercise, then you'll be pleased to know that that's not actually the case. Yes, there are other things you can do that will give you a better looking body, and one of those is contouring creams. These lotions and p...
I used to hate my nose. Luckily, while my nose seemed large in junior school, I did grow into it, and it's perfectly fine now. However, since your nose is one of your most prominent features, if you really hate yours, or are embarrassed by it, it can really sap your confidence. That's when a nose jo...
Avocados are enjoyed by most people, and are found in most kitchens. They are healthy, delicious, and can be used in a variety of ways. There are many different varieties of avocados available, and there are certain things to look out for when shopping for them. Ideally, avocados should be heavy and...
For people who do not have much time on their hands, a slow cooker, which is an electric pot, cooks food slowly, at a low temperature, without having to use the oven. Cheaper cuts of meat cook beautifully in a slow cooker, as the longer this type of meat is cooked, the tenderer it becomes. If you pr...
Kids love toys. It's a fact that every mom knows. The trouble is, with heavy play, being dragged through dirt in the back yard, and everything else your child puts their toys through, they're also a haven for potentially harmful germs. For hard plastic or wooden toys, washing them with an anti bact...
When it comes to bridal wear for men, there are not that many choices. Not as many as there are for women at any rate! If you've considered suits and black tie, and it's not quite the right fit, there might be another option. If your man is in the armed forces, the police, or even the fire departmen...
If you're dreaming of a very formal, governor's ball type of wedding, where your beloved, and your guests, look like they should be in Casino Royale, then black or white tie is the wardrobe option for you. As far as etiquette goes, you should know that typically, black and white tie should not be wo...
If you're a little larger than the norm, whether you're slightly curvy or plus sized and proud, chances are you've been hearing that black is slimming from time immemorial. The truth is though, that whether you look good in darker shades, or you'd rather choose a paler hue, there are some great idea...
So you've probably heard it a million times before: vertical lines are slimming. Well, sure, but you can't wear vertical stripes every day, can you? Well, the trick is actually to think out of the box a little. For instance, a long line of vertical buttons will have a similar effect, drawing the eye...
When it comes to skin care, they say it's never too early to start. That is certainly true, but when you're getting a little older, every little bit helps, and creams that contain anti oxidants, such as vitamin A, otherwise known as retinol, as well as vitamins C and E, are the best way to do just t...
When it comes to the perfect shape for nails, a squoval (square with rounded corners) is the most popular shape, according to nail salons. However, if you're going to keep your nails shorter, you should be able to get away with most shapes. Shorter nails will always look chic, particularly if you lo...
One of the most popular options for the groom and his groomsmen, at least at more formal weddings, is morning wear. Typically, morning wear consists of top hats and tails, and the look harks back to the days, particularly in England, when weddings were morning affairs, and followed by a breakfast...
Sure, you probably want your husband to be to look like James Bond, in a black tux on your wedding day. The trouble is, unless your wedding is super formal, black tie will look a little out of place. This is why a lounge suit, which can be any three piece suit, in any colour except black, is a grea...
If there's one thing most women will tell you, whether they're skinny, average or plus sized, it's that they want their clothes to make them look hot. However, when it comes to the fuller figured among us, there are so many mistakes that you can make. Here are a few simple don'ts that will make you...
I can't tell you how often I see them – curvy, wonderfully buxom women, who, instead of flaunting the big, bold pieces of jewelery I would love to be able to pull off, wear small, insipid pieces that have little or no effect! If you can get away with them ladies, why not go wild? Choose chunky...
A visit to the nail salon is the stuff of girly dreams, isn't it? However, if you are on a budget, it may not be possible to go as often as you would like. To get great nails at home, there are a few simple steps to follow. First, make sure yuu pay attention to your cuticles too – ragged, torn...
If there's one thing most women find tedious and time consuming, it's shaving our legs. Which is probably why,in the depths of winter when trousers and opaque tights are acceptable, you'll find that most girls would admit to leaving the stubble longer than they should. However, there is an alternati...
This recipe comes from Austria, and if served at the end of a super dinner, is a real warmer-upper in the cold winter months, and is sufficient for 6 servings. Be prepared though, it is so delicious, there will be calls for second cups. Combine 750ml of boiling water, 25ml of good quality instant co...
Rhubarb is often called red celery, and, originally classified as a vegetable, is mostly used as a fruit. It has a soft, mushy texture when cooked, and a tart flavor, and is perfect to use for pie fillings. As it easily picks up metallic tastes during cooking, it should not be cooked in an aluminium...
It is something that is becoming more prevalent in our modern world – allergies. Whether it is a food allergy, an allergy to pet dander or to bee stings, allergies can be dangerous. For instance, people with nut allergies often go into anaphylactic shock when exposed to nuts, even trace amount...
If your child has a fever, it can be very scary. However, knowing how to diagnose and treat low-grade fevers can make all the difference. If your child is under three years, anything over 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit is considered a fever. For children over three years, that becomes 99.6 degrees. A digi...
One way to make your wedding day really memorable is to have a theme wedding. Some couples have been know to exchange their vows while skydiving, underwater, and even while snow skiing. Maybe you and your partner dream of a holiday on a tropical island, so this could possibly be the theme for your w...
Your wedding invitations are the first glimpse that your guests will have of your celebration, and are an important part of all the planning that has to be done. They should set the tone of your wedding celebration, and be a hint of things to come. They should also be unique and outline the style yo...
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