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Fashion for Mum's, Fashion Designers, Womens Fashion, Mens Fashion
This marina is used frequently by research vessels monitoring the health of the seas and also investigating the whale, dolphin, and turtle population of the Alboran sea.
A great organisation called Promar have a strong presence here and are dedicated to the conservation of marine wildlife.
Leaving you with tonight's sunset:
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A good quality designer bag is a great addition to any wardrobe and instantly adds a little class to your outfit. Although more expensive than normal high street bags, they have many advantages which justify the price.
The variety of bags out there is endless. Clutches, tote bags, oversized bags and over-the-shoulder bags all have their place in the fashion world and you can find them all on the high street. However, there is nothing quite like the quality of a luxury designer bag and, even if you only have one, there are many advantages to paying a little more for a fashionable bag.
Chances are no one in your circle will have the same handbag as you when you go for a designer brand. Although you may not devise your entire outfit from designer brands, a designer handbag will add an air of class and quality to your ensemble. Go for bold colours to draw attention to your bag and make it the focus of your outfit. You can even purchase a designer handbag to wear in the evenings if you want to add a glamorous touch to your outfit. You could have luxury bags for everyday use, one for the office and one for the evenings.
A designer handbag will cater to your specific taste and needs. You will probably find that you will have a few favourite designers and will stick to these as they suit your style best. Some designers stick to traditional styles in their handbags whereas some prefer to use more contemporary design methods so you can pick the one which suits you. They are always trying to increase sales so you will find that new styles will appear regularly giving you more choice when you browse their handbag collection. You will receive the best service in a designer handbag store as the designers know that you will be spending a lot so will want to ensure you receive the best and keep coming back.
Designer handbags are made from the best genuine leather and are designed to last. However, it is possible to come across fakes so the best way to avoid purchasing a copy is to buy your bag straight from the manufacturer's store or online shop. Many designer bag manufacturers also have smaller outlets on sites such as Amazon and EBay which are often slightly cheaper than the high street store. You will be able to tell that the bag is fake as the materials will be of a lower quality than the real thing. Designer brands are often made from silks and soft leathers and the name of the brand will be somewhere on or inside the bag.
Designer handbags are ideal for those who want to have one quality bag which is durable as well as stylish. If you prefer high end fashion then you may even build up quite a collection. With designer bags you may have the option to specify the type of leather you want and you can choose from a variety of styles.
AUTHOR BIO:
Emma Robertson writes regularly on fashion for a variety of fashion blogs and websites. Click here to browse the latest styles in luxury bags.
In Spain, be sure to check out 'chiringuitos', beachside bar-restaurant-cafés. These great local places serve up excellent tapas and 'raciones' for good prices and with attentive staff, so you will be served whether there are two clients in the establishment, or hundreds!
Favourite dishes of mine are grilled sardines, chipirones (fried baby squid), and lomo (thinly sliced pork).
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Jewellery making is supposed to have begun thousands of years back in India. This is the reason why India is known to have a wide collection of jewellery styles and designs. Just by looking at the design, you can say the category it belongs to. The jewellery that you come across in India will have a certain type of uniqueness that differentiates it from the rest. Due to the fact that this nation was overflowing with different kinds of precious gems and metals, they were effectively used as ornaments, beautifying each body part. This was one of the crucial reasons for people from other nations visiting India. The kings and queens of the earlier days wore jewels to show off the amount of wealth in their possession and also their power and prestige. However, with the passage of time, it became a symbol of investment and financial security. Jewels have always retained their aesthetic appeal and financial worth all these years and are hence seen as an ingenious expression, which is comprised of design and workmanship. Jewellery in India is developed different kinds of raw materials, which includes gold, silver, diamonds and other precious stones, emeralds, rubies and semi-precious stones, such as opal, turquoise and many more. You’ll find a wide variety jewels for both humans and gods. Each region in the nation is famous for different kinds of jewellery design that is exclusive to that particular area. For example, dainty filigree work, which is composed of silver is unique and a favorite in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Orissa. Delhi is famous for Kundan jewellery, which is made from both precious as well as semi-precious stones. Jaipur, in Rajasthan, is acclaimed for meenakari work, which makes use of enamel while designing jewellery. Nagercoil is famous for temple jewellery.
Meenakari jewellery, temple jewellery and antique jewellery have a massive fan base not only in the country, but even in foreign shores. Temple jewellery is very often associated to dancers, who perform classical dance, such as Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi. These designs are intricate and are dotted with semi-precious stones in colors of green and red. The set is composed of necklaces, anklets, earrings and pieces that beautify the hip, hair, feet and hair plaits. At present, antique jewellery designs are in huge demand. Very often they are present versions of jewels made from gold and silver but with a faded appearance. Meenakari and Kundan gold jewellery items are seen to have been impacted by the Mughal craftsmen and rulers. These jewels are very much renowned among people residing in Northern India. They rope in enamel painting besides including precious stones. This kind of jewellery design is ideal for designing chokers and necklaces. This particular art form involves flowers, motifs of plants, vines and also animals.
Toe rings and anklets are known as “Bichuas” and “Payals” respectively in India. They add beauty to the feet and are made up of silver. These are usually worn by married women or girls who will be getting married shortly. Sometimes, they are also used as fashion jewellery.
There are so many different subcultures these days that sometimes it can be hard to keep up with them all. Indies, Goths, Emos, Hipsters, Punks and more make up our modern world. A lot of designer labels take inspiration from these sub cultures and use their clothing choices to influence their latest collections. This then descends to the catwalks and then on to the high street, where people will then pick up these pieces and add them to their wardrobes. You may not realise it, but there is sure to be something in your closet that has been influenced by a popular sub culture.
A lot of famous designers have made their name by creating collections inspired by these sub cultures. Vivienne Westwood is one example, she first started out by producing collections inspired by bikers and later went on to create pieces centred around punk rock trends. This propelled her to fashion fame and she is now one of the most well know clothing designers in the world.
A photo from an early Vivienne Westwood collection. Image source – http://fashiontimeline-fashionista.blogspot.co.uk/
Another well know sub culture that inspired a generation of fashion is Mod. Many designer labels started out by creating clothing for the young Mods. Since the 1950’s, the Mod sub culture has been centred on having a particular look and style which is achieved by choosing certain clothing items. Doc Martens, khaki parkas, check shirts, polo tops, denim jeans and narrow ties were all seen as Mod wardrobe essentials. Designer labels including Lambretta, Pierre Cardin and Yves Saint Laurent have all been part of the Mod style at one time or another. Today you will still find many recognisable clothing items which resemble true Mod fashion.
It's amazing the wildlife you see in and around a marina. Yesterday it was a small viper, and swifts darting around, and today a special treat, about 30 Honey Buzzards migrating above our heads from North Africa into Europe.
What will tomorrow bring?
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