Summer / Spring 2010 Fashion

Greetings all of you out there. It' s quiet long enought I didn't update this blog ie about two months!

Some of us had noticed as the temperature was heat up... In the US, Canada, Europe, Central America, Asia the summer season started in the middle of June, while in Australia, Southern Africa and South America it would be in December.

2010 will be an exciting year for fashion. Experts predict that we'll emerge from the global financial crisis and, as a result, we can expect to see a new standard of fashion rise up. Classically inspired but with a serious infusion of the sex and skin, this is what we'll be wearing in 2010.

It's the time for you to consider hot pants as a new style trend. Revealing skin is nothing new, but for Spring/Summer 2010, it's going to be huge. Hot pants are everywhere and reminisce back to the pin up girls era and all the sexiness it embraced.

Pix Left: Blumarine khaki jacket pocket and light beige hot-pants. Right: Hot pants matched with military coat.

Moisturise your skin

Face moisturiser is one of the most important skin care products you will ever own. The most basic of skin care regimens includes a face wash and a face moisturizer. But, how do you know which products will be the best for your skin?

Face moisturiser is like any other skin care product. It's usually categorized by skin type. If you have oily skin, then you'll want a light moisturiser. Otherwise if you have dry skin, then you'll want a moisturiser that is more heavy duty, a heavier moisturiser that will add much needed moisturiser to the skin on your face. At the other hand, you should try moisturiser with SPF in it to moisturise your skin and protect it against the sun, as you may need it!

In certain condition moisturisers you've tried don't meet the needs of your skin. You might want to consider going to see a dermatologist. They will be able to diagnose and treat your skin. If you are treated by a dermatologist make sure to follow the prescribed regimen.

New Zealand Lanolin Facial Moisturiser SPF15+
Korres Natural Products 24-Hour Moisturiser SPF 6, Wild Rose 1.35 fl oz (40 ml)

Home Remedies For Aging Skin

Use these luxury salon secrets to help your skin look fabulous all-day long.

In addition to choosing the right skincare formula, there are effective methods that you can try at home with ingredients from your own kitchen cupboard to fight aging.

Take a try for this d.i.y. Anti-Wrinkle Mask:

- Take two whole apricots, pitted. Finely chop, including skin. Puree into a paste.

- Add 2 Tablespoons of honey and the juice of 1 whole lime.

- Add a splash of cold milk. Blend into a smooth paste.

- Using clean fingers, apply the mixture to your forehead, face and neck.

- Leave the mask on for at least 30 minutes.

- Fill your sink or basin with lukewarm water.

- Add the juice of 1 whole lemon.

- Wash your face with this lemon water.

Your face will glow and exude freshness, while the apricot and other natural ingredients nourish, firm and tighten skin to reduce the appearance of expression and worry lines.

Did you know that lemon is high in vitamin C, a key antioxidant?

For an antioxidant wrinkle formula, Dermitàge shall be a great choice for you.

Dermitàge helps you defy age the sensible way. This exclusive two-step system – which features patented Lifting Spheres and QuSomes – quickly firms, lifts out wrinkles and brightens within days, revealing the soft, smooth and sexy skin you deserve. There's no irritation, burning, chemical side effects or other harsh results. Just fast and effective age defiance

Leather Handbags - the Beauty of Italian Leather Handbags

If you have come across a leather handbag made with high quality material, chances are it is made from Italian leather. Most companies that produce good quality handbags use high grade Italian leather from calf, ostrich and crocodile. The beauty of Italian leather handbags besides being durable is that they are also lightweight and scratch proof. You can also find Italian
leather handbags in assorted colors to suit your taste and outfit. With every season, fashion designers come up with new fresh designs and style. If money is not an issue to you, you should opt for handmade Italian leather handbags as their quality and workmanship is top notch. Most designer label handbags are handmade and will set you back a few thousand dollars.



Italy is well known for its handbag factories as they have been producing these items for generations. These handbag factories employ a few people who specialize in a particular area of handbag making. For example, it is common to find a worker who only produces handbag straps and another who only does the handbag lining. Besides being very meticulous and proud in their work, Italian handbag producers also pay a lot of attention to providing the user with maximum comfort. Therefore, you will notice that these bags are light and will not make your shoulders and back ache after prolong use. They are designed to be used over long periods and can also be categorized as a piece of art since a lot of labor and attention to detail has been put into its creation.

You can find a lot of varieties of Italian leather handbags. You may want to opt for original leather
bags, classic leather handbags, and soft leather handbags, leather bags with adjustable straps, fashionable leather handbags and handbags with
trendy accessories. Original leather handbags are suitable for the woman who desires the elegant look while fashionable leather handbags are more suited for those who want to stand out and be seen. Classic leather handbags with their clean lines project a refined image and soft leather handbags are good for everyday use as they are comfortable and come with adjustable straps. Magnetic closures are a common feature in leather handbags whereas zippers are common in fabric handbags.

Generally Italian leather handbags spot two or more interior compartments. They also tend to have one or more zippered pockets on the inside and one or more snap pockets on the outside. The designs for these handbags have also evolved with time to suit the
urrent consumer as you can find a cell phone holder and business card holder inside some of these leather handbags. The key unique features of these bags are usually the dual adjustable wooden handles, zipper front pockets, dual rolled leather straps and flawless nylon or cotton lining.

Raymond Lam is the author of womenhandbagsonline.com. If you are seeking to buy any type of handbag like an Italian leather handbag or a designer handbag do check out womenhandbagsonline.com for more information and tips.