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The Vintage Phenomenon: Why Old Is the New Cool Looking around the interweb for bags, shoes, T Shirts etc, there seems to be a theme that you just cannot escape from wherever you go. Clothes, furniture, bikes (and hells bells, there is some mind blowing gear out there), it seems that Vintage is the new "new"! The new look is old, genuinely old, or newly made to look old. However it is presented, old is in! Bags, jackets, shoes are cool if they look 20 years older than what they really are. Wh …

The History, Art, and Timeless Legacy of Persian Carpets A Persian carpet (فارسی farsh, meaning "فرش" or "to spread"; sometimes referred to as قالی qālī) is a heavy textile produced in Iran and surrounding regions historically belonging to the Persian Empire. Created for diverse utilitarian, decorative, and symbolic purposes, carpet weaving forms an essential pillar of Persian culture and art. Within the broader tradition of Oriental rugs and Islamic carpets from the "rug belt," Persian carpe …

Chic Downtown Wedding Reception: Style and Outfit Inspiration During the month of January, we were invited to a wedding reception held at a chic downtown nightclub. Following a private ceremony and a tropical honeymoon, this celebration promised to be anything but traditional. With a crowd of good friends, incredible music, and non-stop dancing, it easily became one of the best weddings I've attended in a long time. Outfit Planning for a Nightclub Reception Planning what to wear offered a rar …

What Are Gloves Made Of? A Breakdown of Latex, Nitrile, Vinyl, and PVC What are gloves made of? Okay, this seems like an easy question, right? After all, disposable gloves are basically sold by what they are made of: Latex, Nitrile, or Vinyl. However, looking closer reveals specific information about exactly what these materials are and how they are formulated. 1. Latex Gloves Latex is fundamentally natural rubber. The minor differences between pure natural rubber and latex involve chemical c …

Holiday Outfit Inspiration & Travel Fashion Guide When it comes to the outfit you are wearing to the holiday party or big vacation this year, there are a few key recommendations to take into consideration. The right fashionable outfit for the holidays is one that creates a unique combination of style and elegance while still being very trendy and fashion-forward. Playful looks, cute boots, and the right handbag are sure to be popular choices for today's stylish holiday event attendee. Ho …