Do you question some of the men's outfits?

well, I have a hunch that most of you readers will nod to the question in the subject of this gossip. fairing from the country kenya I have grown to appreciate the way fashion unfolds itself in this country especially paying very close attention to the various trends that set the pace for both men and women. for the men i think some trends would rather not have been published: for instance Skinny jeans

One unfortunate side effect of wearing abundant amounts of black eye liner is that it clouds your vision. This led to men not only accidentally shopping in women’s stores, but also led them to look in the mirror and think their skin-tight jeans looked cool. It’s well-known knowledge in emo forums that the tighter your jeans, the more your parents made you miserable during your childhood.

Deep V-neck

While some men are proud to be dating women with abundant cleavage, others get jealous of the attention not being on them. Hence the creation of the male V-neck shirt that V’s deep enough to get a partial view of the bellybutton. It not only pairs well with silver chains, but it also gives men a chance to show off their chest hair growth. for instance i totally do not like the trend taken up by davis on the tusker all stars two weeks ago. i mean you are a star and should do better!!

the checked shirts

this was a very good trend that began in a unisex form that was quite desirable

over time however the mention of these shirts is a craze to the men who do not even look good in them. If you are a skinny man then look for the big boxes of shirt, if a heavily bodied man then look for the small boxes and alleviate the shame....

remember when it comes to jeans there is a great difference

Men's Skinny Jeans

Identifiable by a closely cut skinny leg, a narrow leg opening and a lower waist, skinny jeans provide a tight silhouette that has now become a menswear staple.

Men's Slim Jeans

Accentuate a closer fitting, tailored look, slim jeans tend to sit lower on the waist, with a slim cut through the leg and a narrower leg opening.

Men's Loose Fit Jeans

Provide a relaxed fit with a loosely cut leg

Men's Bootcut Jeans

Bootcut jeans differ from other styles with their relaxed leg and slightly flared leg opening that is ideal for wearing with boots

Men's Levi's Jeans

The Levi’s name is now synonymous with the world of denim and jeans, with a rich heritage and pioneering back ground Levi’s are renowned for breathing life in to classic designs.

Men's Carrot Jeans

Carrot jeans offer a directional silhouette, giving an unconventional twist to a menswear staple. Usually wider round the thigh and tapered at the ankle, our range of forward-thinking brands

Men's Straight Leg Jeans

As its name suggests, straight jeans provide a straight cut through the leg and are probably the most recognisable style of men’s jeans

for the photos at close range of these trousers check the asos mens trends website!

till next time its your fashion gossiper...nduta niceness wambura!

Is louis vuitton stealing from us?

The authenticity of the african clothes that cuts across the country kenya tell alot about how the kenyan designs are highly regarded in the whole world. You would think that as appertains to kenyan's finest the masaai leso has got no or less impact to the world especially because it has its roots from a small community that is usually dabbed as rarely civilized...amazingly louis vuitton has emerged to take this trend abit too far borrowing and copyrighting a design that kenyan designers have failed to quickly dig positively from..

Louis Vuitton seems to be obsessed with Kenya’s Maasai. The obsession began with the borrowing of the Maasa’s vibrant beads; now the highly acclaimed fashion house has borrowed the Kenyan ethic group’s plaid print for their 2012 Resort menswear collection.

According to the New York Times, Louis Vuitton’s style director; Kim Jones spent part of his childhood in Africa and stated that he drew most of his style inspiration from the content. This explains why the Masaai influence has been greatly used by the luxury wear producers of late.
This is however not the first time for the fashion house to draw its style influence from Africa. In 2007 Louis Vuitton used a checkered bag as a prop which was borrowed from Ghana. Last year the fashion house launched their core values campaign and released a luxury bag featuring a charm made by a Kenyan local artisan; guided by MADE.
The design house launched a spring collection in 2009 which was likened to Josephine Barker African razzmatazz by a Vogue reviewer
Louis Vuitton is not the only fashion house borrowing the African aesthetic; Noir jewelry launched a collection of necklaces which evoked the Maasai neck pieces. The pieces were so popular that Solange Knowles and Kelis adorned the pieces proudly to show their support for the African heritage.

The question now remains whether the kenyan designors are challenged by this quest by foreign designers...Will they just watch and do nothing about it? copyright their own authenticity and stop it from being unravelled by others!!! check the differences in these styles and pass the word around to make sure we tap into our own sources!!!

every lady's wardrobe needs

There are those classic pieces every lady needs to own in their wardrobe.

Classic meaning that they cut across all seasons and can match up with most of the pieces in your wardrobe.

1. White blouse- can be paired with anything from a skirt to official pants to jeans.

2. Little Black Dress- if well accessorised it can go from office wear to a party dress, good for all occasions.

3. Watch- an awesome everyday accessory and you will never be late.

4. Ballet flats- can be worn at any age and with anything and they are super comfy.

5. Leather Jacket - it can be paired with a gown to plain denim pants

6. Signature necklace- as long as its chunky you got it right, it will glamorise that dull outfit.

7. Tote bag- it’s big it’s fashionable, and it’s a good travel bag too.

8. Pair of jeans- for the everyday look, no one ever went wrong with denim pants

9. Black heels- Very basic but most important of them all.

10. Blazer - it can be worn to the office, party, with jeans, you can wear a belt over it to make it pop.

11. African inspired pieces- Be it done by a designer or made by your local tailor, every woman needs to own something that’s locally done.

12. Basic tee – If you’re tired of blouses a tee is always a good way to the break monotony.

The keffiyeh-a.k.a Arafat

the arafat is probably one of the most common scarves among the youth...but just what is its origin and how should it be tied?

The keffiyeh (Arabic: كوفية‎, kūfiyyah, plural: كوفيات, kūfiyyāt), shmagh, shemagh or yashmag (شماغ šmāġ) (from Turkish yaşmak "tied thing"), ghutrah (غترة, ġutrah), ḥaṭṭah (حطّة) or mashadah (مشدة, mašadah) is a traditional headdress for Arab men made of a square of cloth (“scarf”), usually cotton, folded and wrapped in various styles around the head. It is commonly found in arid climate areas to provide protection from direct sun exposure, as well as for occasional use in protecting the mouth and eyes from blown dust and sand.[citation needed] Local variations exist. Many Palestinian keffiyeh are a mix of cotton and wool, which lets them dry quickly and keep the wearer’s head warm. The keffiyeh is usually folded in half, into a triangle, and the fold is worn across the forehead. Often, the keffiyeh is held in place by a rope circlet, called an agal (Arabic: عقال‎, ʿiqāl). Some wearers wrap the keffiyeh into a turban, while others wear it loosely draped around the back and shoulders. Sometimes a taqiyah (cap) is worn underneath the keffiyeh, and, in the past, it has also been wrapped around the rim of the fez. The keffiyeh is almost always of white cotton cloth, but many have a checkered pattern in red or black stitched into them. The plain, white keffiyeh is most popular in the Gulf states, almost excluding any other style in Kuwait and Bahrain. The black-and-white keffiyeh is most popular in the Levant. The red-and-white keffiyeh is worn throughout these regions as well as in Somalia, but is most strongly associated with Jordan, where it is known as shmagh mhadab. The Jordanian keffiyeh has cotton decorative strings on the sides. It is believed that the bigger these strings, the more value it has and the higher a person’s status. It has been used by Bedouins throughout the centuries and was used as a symbol of honour and tribal identification.[citation needed] Keffiyeh is often spelled kaffiyah, keffiya, kaffiya, kufiya or some other variation. There is little basis for considering any one of these more correct than the others, as the varied spellings simply show different understandings of the pronunciation in Arabic, which differs from region to region, as well as different methods of transliteration from the Arabic alphabet to the Latin alphabet. The name keffiyeh is purported to come from the name of the city Kufa (Arabic: الكوفة‎, al-kūfah) or from the word for the palm of the hand (الكف, al-kaf - the other meaning of the word is “napkin” (held in hands)). The keffiyeh, especially the all-white version, can also be called a ġutrah, particularly in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain (where the skullcap is confusingly called keffiyeh), but is also known in some areas as shmagh or ḥaṭṭah.

THE waterfall sweater trend

this trend avails a stylish sweater trend that has never been seen before and can be worn in all weathers try it and find yourself filling your wardrobe with it...

Making money online

One of the most searched keywords phrases I have found is earn cash make money online. This seems like a combination of two keywords because the searcher is looking to earn cash and they want to use the Internet to do it. That may be you. It was and still is ME
Here are two ways you can earn cash and make money online to do it.
One way, that anyone with a United States address, can do right away is write articles and submit them for payment to Associated Content. This is an article directory that pays for articles and other content. Here is how to make money with them.
1. Publish your original articles, images, videos and audio. I personally have written articles and average around $5 per article. They are looking for specific articles and not just general ones. For example if you were to write about moving tips you stand a better chance to get published and get paid if you were to write about moving tips to Highlands Ranch, Colorado.
2. Showcase your knowledge to a rapidly-growing worldwide audience. You can write about anything you want. They will let you know of specific topics they are paying for, but if you provide good quality content they will look at almost anything. The one thing I have found is if they are overloaded with articles in any specific category they will offer to publish you, but not pay for the articles.
3. Earn extra cash through up-front payments and bonus incentives. This is where you make your money. They pay through PayPal and only pay United States residents. My understanding is this is because they do not have an international PayPal account.
How fast you get paid is determined by how busy they are. I have been published and paid on an article in less than 5 days. I have also seen it take up to 10 days. Either way you can earn cash and make money online very quickly with them.
4. Other things about Associated Content. You can easily track how many times your article has been viewed. You can interact with other publisher. You will improve as a writer and they offer comments to you on how to do that.
You can create a residual income on how many times your articles have been viewed. There is one writer who has been publishing with them for over 2 years and has over 2 million times her articles have been viewed. She is earning over $200 a month in residual income.
You can join Associated Content for free and start earning cash right away on the Internet by writing and getting published.
Another somewhat controversial way to earn cash and make money on the Internet is to get paid to blog. There is a very solid opportunity that is endorsed by Internet marketing legend John Reese known as Pay Per Post. You can learn more here:
I have personally signed up and am waiting for my blog to be approved so I can start making money.
Here is an overview of how it works.
You get paid for Blogging. You’ve been writing about Web sites, products, services and companies you love for years and you have yet to benefit from all the sales and traffic you have helped generate. That’s about to change. With PayPerPost advertisers are willing to pay you for your opinion on various topics. Search through a list of opportunities, make a blog posting, get your content approved, and get paid. It’s that simple.
It takes 48-72 hours to get your blog approved. Then you can start reviewing opportunities and posting in your blog. It takes 30 days for your post to be live before you get paid. I view this as filling up a pipeline.
Once you get it full if you post on a regular basis you should always be able to have money coming it. I will keep you up to date on how PayPerPost is working for me.
O.K. this is to ways to earn cash make money online. There are many others. Writing on the Internet is becoming more and more in demand everyday. Instead of fighting it you should start learning how to get better at it.
Think about this. If you can earn $50K to $100K a year writing on the Internet how great of a life would you have. You could write everyday while traveling around Europe. You could move to Hawaii for several months a year and get up and write while looking at a beautiful beach.
If you have Internet connection you can write. With Associated Content and PayPerPost you always have the ability to get up and earn cash and do it online. What a great way to make money and not be limited in how much you make.

How to Rent a Wedding Dress

How to Rent a Wedding Dress

Groom's have been renting their tuxedoes for years, which saves them considerable money and hassle. Brides typically buy expensive dresses only to wear them once and then pay for storage space. Many bridal salons now rent dresses and accessories for a fraction of the purchase price. Here's how to rent a wedding dress.

Instructions

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     Decide if renting is right for you. If you want to preserve your dress as an heirloom, or if you just can't bear the thought of wearing a used dress on your wedding day, buy a dress. However, if you want to skip the expense and time involved in owning a dress, renting may be the perfect solution.
   • 2
     Find a wedding dress rental business with a stellar reputation. Ask for references and talk to brides about their rental experiences. Ask local bridal salons if they rent or if they can make a recommendation.
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     Start shopping early. One disadvantage of wedding dress rental is that you'll have fewer options. You must find a dress that fits well and that is in excellent condition, which may take some time. When you do find a dress you like, make sure it's available for rent on your wedding date.
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     Ask about rental packages. It doesn't make sense to purchase accessories for a dress you don't own, so many rental stores offer wedding dress packages. Try to find a head-to-toe package that includes a veil or tiara, jewelry, undergarments and shoes. Undergarments refer to petticoats. You should purchase your own bra and underwear.
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     Read the rental agreement carefully. The contract should include a guarantee that your dress will be clean and available for pick-up several days before your wedding. Pay close attention to charges related to dress damage and make sure you agree with the renter's written description of the dress's condition. Ask questions and express concerns before signing anything.
   • 6
     Pay for the wedding dress rental. Depending on the company you choose, you must pay a security deposit or the entire rental fee up-front. Get a receipt and keep it until you return the dress.

Tips & Warnings

• Some bridal rental shops charge for cleaning while others include cleaning in rental costs. Understand the policy before you get your dress to avoid unnecessary fees.
• Wedding dress rentals are great for destination weddings. Popular wedding locations like Las Vegas have many bridal rental shops to choose from.
• Some rental companies will alter rented wedding dresses. Alterations may involve an additional fee, or might be included in the rental

catchy fact about weddings

catchy fact about weddings

 we cannot just a royal wedding today but just where did they come from?

Today’s weddings are filled with pomp glory and a lot of color let alone preparations and celebrations. A wedding is a great venture in the life of a couple that ensures that the roots of tradition held close to the couple’s life are carried on. But just where did weddings originate from? Were they filled with pomp and glory just like today? The wedding ceremony date back into the ancient Egypt and Europe where the customs of these two countries were highly upheld to conduct these ceremonies. Some of these customs used to believe that a couple had to conduct a wedding ceremony to avoid the cropping up of a disease or plague in their lives. Some of the marriages in the olden days were done in a less glorious way where the bride’s men would kidnap the bride from a whole different tribe. The groom would then conduct a simple ceremony far away from either of the party’s parents. The groom would have already fought the female’s family of the tribesmen with swords held on their right hand and the groom would hold her bride on the left hand. This clearly explains why a bride is still held on the left hand of the groom even in today’s weddings. After the wedding, the groom would hold captive her bride for close to a whole month for purposes of getting to know her. This is a classic replica of the present day honey moon. The term wedding originated from the Anglo Saxon word ‘wedd’ that means that a man takes a bride and pays for her to the bride’s father.

How about the wedding bouquets? Were they as glamorous? The wedding bouquets by then were classically made of herbs that included garlic that were symbolic to chase away the evil spirits. They were also used to stick away the smell of those who had not taken a bath for some time. Interestingly, after the wedding the ladies attending the wedding would tear up her wedding gown as a gesture of sharing in good luck for them. Later on this tradition grew to the bride tossing the bouquet of garlic as a good luck sign and also as a sign of chasing away the evil spirits. Even the bridesmaids of then wore clothes that looked alike. Theirs was a symbol of chasing the evil spirits. During the 5th century, rings were used to sign up the wedding. The ring finger however was the index finger, a fact that changed when other beliefs endorsed that the third finger had bouts of love. Food was also an interesting factor of these weddings and was eaten with a lot of grace. The cake was cut in a unique way with the cake being broken over the head of the bride as a sign of fertility. It is interesting to know that some of these traditions are still carried today.