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 Fashion › Re: Wedding Advice, Tips & Need-To-Know Guide by mohawkchic(f): 7:26pm On Jun 23, 2009 |
~ Wedding Dresses: The One For You ~ SHORTER BRIDES A petite bride should steer carefully through the sea of over-the-top bridal designs that threaten to overwhelm her small frame. A tea-length wedding dress – or knee-length wedding dress – can look stunning on a shorter bride and is a good way to avoid looking as if you are swamped by a giant meringue. An empire-line wedding dress – a style with a seam under the bust line – is a romantic, flowing choice that can help even out proportions and give the illusion of height. Avoid slim, straight styles, and overly full or elaborate skirts. LARGER BRIDES By choosing designs that flatter their curves and hide their least-favourite bits, larger brides can look breathtaking. As with all shapes and sizes, there is no substitute for trying on many different styles of dress to see which works best for you. Simple designs are usually best, and needn’t be boring! Sheer fabrics can be a pretty way to provide extra coverage of your arms or upper body without adding bulk. They can be used as part of the dress itself or to make a separate shawl or beautiful ‘coat’. Avoid NOTHING, unless you’ve tried it on and are certain it’s not for you!! Larger-sized brides will each have their own body shape, so it’s worth trying a range of different-style dresses before ruling anything out. BOYISH FIGURE It’s more straightforward than you might think to add shape to a straight-up-and-down figure. A full-skirted wedding dress can give the illusion of a well-defined waist, but beware: it can also make your bust look smaller. A crumb-catcher neckline is a simple layered effect that adds interest at the bustline – a good way to add definition if you’re small up top. A two-piece ensemble (corset and skirt) can be more flattering than a one-piece dress when it comes to breaking up the straight lines of a boyish figure. Avoid very straight or ‘column’ styles. PEAR-SHAPED FIGURE The combination of narrow shoulders and broad hips can be cleverly balanced out with the right choice of dress. A two-piece wedding dress can be a winner when trying to balance the look of a pear-shaped figure. A princess-line wedding dress or skirt is a flattering option. It’s similar to an A-line design (also flattering to most figures) but has no seam at the waist, so avoids drawing attention where it’s not wanted! A detailed bodice can draw attention away from broader hips. Combine it with a simple A-line or princess-line skirt for best results. Avoid straight or bias-cut designs, or styles that are gathered at the waist or on the hips. Halterneck designs are also unflattering to pear-shaped figures. HOURGLASS FIGURE This body shape is characterised by a well-defined waistline, often accompanied by a full bust and hips which are in proportion to each other. Think Marilyn Monroe and you’ll get the idea. A strapless wedding dress can look fantastic on a shapely figure… Just make sure your bust has the necessary support! A low-cut neckline is flattering to a full bust – as long as it’s within the bounds of decency, of course! Off-the-shoulder styles fall into the right category, and are well worth a try. Avoid gathered or pleated skirts, which can add bulk around the hips. Bias-cut or otherwise clingy designs should also be approached with caution as they accentuate the parts you might prefer to skim over. High necklines can be unflattering to larger busts. And to make the most of your curves, go for a one-piece dress as opposed to a two-piece. [B]Four Popular Dress Cuts[/b] 1. A-line. An A-line wedding dress is one of the most popular shapes, flattering most figures and giving a neat, up-to-the-minute look. When the skirt is kept slim, an A-line wedding dress can highlight the top half of your body and detract from the lower half. 2. Princess line. This has the same general shape as the A-line but without a seam at the waist. This gives a long, unbroken line that is very flattering to most figures. The skirt begins to flare just below the bride’s natural waist, which can help disguise a heavier bottom. 3. Empire line. With its seam just under the bustline and a long, straight-ish skirt, the empire line is straight out of a Jane Austen novel. The fact that the skirt starts so much higher than waist level creates an illusion of height, which makes it an ideal cut for petite brides. 4. Full skirt. This is the classic ‘fairytale bride’ look, giving a traditionally romantic silhouette but one that does not suit every bride |
| Fashion › Re: Wedding Advice, Tips & Need-To-Know Guide by mohawkchic(f): 7:14pm On Jun 23, 2009 |
~Beauty Countdown ~ 6 months to go •Really start to concentrate on nourishing your skin by eating well and drinking plenty of water. •Cleanse tone and moisturise and try to get into the routine of having a professional facial once per month to help. •Swap caffeinated coffee and tea for decaffeinated varieties and cut down on fizzy drinks. •Get plenty of beauty sleep and start to collect ideas for hair styles and makeup. •Avoid stress and improve your health by exercising regularly. Try to include a relaxing form of exercise as part of your routine i.e. pilates classes, evening walks, yoga sessions etc. 3 months to go •Continue with the good habits listed above. You should already be reaping the benefits! •You should now have more of an idea how you would like your hair and make up to look on the day. Start to experiment with different hair styles and talk to you stylist about booking a trial. •Try different make up colours and visit in store beauty departments to try out new products. •If you are going to get a fake tan for your big day try out different false tanning treatments at your beauty salon to get the desired effect without last minute panics. •Try having your eyebrows done professionally, it could make a big difference. •If you are going to get your hair/make up done by someone on the day, start to look for a good supplier and book trials. •Get into the habit of regularly applying hand cream and coat nails with strengthening varnish. 1 month to go •Treat yourself to a manicure and pedicure. •Book in final beauty treatments and appointments for the big day ahead now so that you avoid last minute problems. •Regularly exfoliate the body with an all over body scrub followed with lashings of moisturiser. •Stay relaxed - put some time aside for a warm bath or gentle stroll to help clear your mind and keep stress at bay. •Avoid drinking alcohol to help keep the skin clear and fresh. •Speak to your beauty therapist about how long to leave after your last facial before the big day. You don't want any post-facial breakouts the day before the wedding. 1 week to go •You should have already booked your final appointments for eyebrow reshaping, facials, hair removal, manicures, hair and make up etc. •Most important - aim at relieving stress by listening to calming music. Try aromatherapy to help relieve tension. 1 day to go •Avoid alcohol and keep drinking the water to keep the skin clear. •Set out anything you need for the following day and then RELAX on the day!! •Start the day by relaxing in the bath. •Avoid pre wedding drinks and stay off the caffeine. •Stick to your hair and make up plan. Last minute impulsive changes can be disastrous. •Most importantly, relax and enjoy your wedding day. Good Luck! |
| Fashion › Re: Wedding Advice, Tips & Need-To-Know Guide by mohawkchic(f): 6:35pm On Jun 23, 2009 |
Choosing Wedding Jewellery When choosing your wedding jewellery it helps to consider the following points: Wedding Dress Neckline Consider the neckline of your dress. Strapless dresses usually suit a rounder shaped wedding necklace whereas a dress with a V-shape looks good with pearl pendants and wedding necklaces that include a drop. Detailing Does your wedding dress include any beaded detailing? Try to match the detail of your wedding jewellery to any detailing included on your dress. For example if your dress has crystal beading it is best to try and include this in your wedding jewellery. It is also worth thinking about the types of hair decorations you will be wearing, these should ideally match your wedding jewellery as well. Colour Matching Be sure the colour of your beads match best with your gown. Overall look If you want to keep your look simple you may decide to just wear one piece of wedding jewellery, as well as the ring you'll getting at the alter! In this case consider how much the piece will show up and if it balances with any hair decorations etc. |
| Fashion › Re: Cristiano Ronaldo's Fashion Sense Under The Spotlight! by mohawkchic(f): 5:52pm On Jun 23, 2009 |
~It's a crime for a fine looking man like Ronaldo to be dressing like a Dork Regardless of his Sexuality. . . . ~How does he pull those grogeous birds dresing the way he does sometimes  What he needs is a stylist. . not to clone him like Becks{there can only be one Becks} but to make Ronaldo's sense of style work for him instead of against him!~The papers had a field day w/ this pic of his mum modelling this latest design from Ronaldo's CR7 boutique. . headline Reads " Cristiano Ronaldo's gets his dodgy dress sense from his mum "
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| Food › Re: Why Is Rice A Must-eat On Sundays? by mohawkchic(f): 4:40am On Jun 23, 2009 |
~Back home, Rice is The No.1 Staple food. . . it's like the norm to eat Cooked/Boiled Rice Every Day!! So Sunday is no Biggie!  ~On a serious note tho,it aint by choice most people eat rice daily. . .Given the choice tho,there's a large percentage who wont find anything more fullfilling like Rice!! Not Me! ~There is this family friend who wud have Rice for Breakfast ~Lunch ~Dinner!! 7 days week,how many days in the year? Yeah . . .365 days. . . .  ~It's like an insult giving/offering him anything else other than Rice! 1 Like |
| Food › Re: Yogurt Fans Come On In! by mohawkchic(f): 4:16am On Jun 23, 2009 |
~No Kidding!! |
| TV/Movies › Re: ~ Big Brother 10 UK ~ by mohawkchic(op): 4:08am On Jun 23, 2009 |
~I bet Angel ~Half-wit ~Marcus ~SRee will be on top of the nominations List tomorrow!! ~Someone better hand Sree a Ticket to India when he does come out!!{I hope SoOoOOoOoN!!} His "Hate fan club" is increasing Everyday!! ~What is he playing at coming on to Charlie "You like Indin Boys" Caressing Charlie's neck |
| Fashion › Re: Beauty Magazines.... Do They Make You Feel Ugly? by mohawkchic(f): 3:44am On Jun 23, 2009 |
~Are You That Insecured about your looks?? |
| Fashion › Re: What Would You Do If You Had A Breakout Of Rash/ Pimples Days Before Your Wedding? by mohawkchic(f): 3:27am On Jun 23, 2009 |
~This is one "What If" question no Bride-To-Be want to even contemplate!! ~This is why its absolutely necessary to follow a plan,or get into a routine if you like 3-6 months before the Wedding. . .Eat well,Drink plenty of water. . .Start Pampering & Nourishing your skin months before the wedding !!This isnt to say the possibility of a breakout is impossible but it's less likely to happen if you keep you stress level down & follow a set routine to a T!! ~I wud explore all avenues to try & get a desireable result. . . .Cancelling will not be an option!!What w/ all the effective treatment out there. . . Makeup/Concealer/Primer available,hell i'll even pay every Penny w/ Pleasure for a Professional makeup artist to work some magic!! Face Tips • Dont significantly change your facial routine up to a fortnight before your wedding. • Have a really good quality facial or two, 6 and 4 weeks before your wedding. • Never Try On A New make up Product/Brand days/weeks before Your Wedding,If You must use a new Brand,Take/Get advice before Using anything different. • If you are not entirely happy with your skin, you need to start a facial programme ideally 3 or 4 months before your wedding. |
| Fashion › Re: Cristiano Ronaldo's Fashion Sense Under The Spotlight! by mohawkchic(f): 2:19am On Jun 23, 2009 |
~ I'll let him explain to you In his own words . . . "I Love Wearing Tight Trunks, Pink Flowers", Says Cristiano Ronaldo!! Star defends his fashion sense. . . . "Cristiano Ronaldo is, in his own words, probably the sharpest dresser in showbiz and, of course, the football world. Good looks and plenty of confidence, as well as not being afraid of what other people might think, have given the star the right to say he can wear pink and even put flowers in his hair if that’s what he wants, as a new piece in The Sun reveals. As most of us already know by now, Ronaldo has often been criticized for his choice of outfits, which have even been deemed so off the wall that not even the eccentric Elton John would dare don. However, perhaps this is what Cristiano wants in the first place, he says in a recent interview in which the question of why he chose to wear a pink cap and flower, matched to a pair of the shortest and tightest white shorts ever while on vacation a couple of days ago also popped up. The answer is simple: for one, because he can and looks good as he does and, secondly, because he aims to be different. “I don’t know why people are so interested in what I wear on holiday.” Ronaldo is quoted as saying. At the same time, while people pay a lot of attention to his outfits, they’re also oblivious to the fact that, of the lot, he’s probably the smartest dresser. “Have you seen what people in LA wear? I was the most normal dressed person over there. Anyway, what’s wrong with wearing tight pants? They look good and it’s better than having tan lines down your legs.” Ronaldo says. As for choosing a pink hat and matching flower while taking in the Sun while on the recent holiday, there is clearly nothing wrong with that, and only a man with not enough confidence in himself would say otherwise, the football star believes. As far as he is concerned, having the confidence and the body to pull off any look literally gives him the right to be as outrageous as he wants to be – after all, he is the best dressed man around, as he revealed in an older interview. “This year it was the pink hat with the flower. I don’t see what is wrong with it. I can see why […] you might not wear it. But I’m very comfortable so it’s not a problem for me. Men wear pink these days. OK, not many men wear flowers, but it’s good to be different.” Ronaldo says. “Am I the best dresser at Manchester United? Yes, I would like to think I am.” the football star exclaimed a while back."
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| Fashion › Re: Good Cream For An Oily Skin by mohawkchic(f): 3:08am On Jun 22, 2009 |
Does Anyone Have Great Skincare Tips For Very Oily Skin? https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-165848.0.html |
| Music Business › Re: 2face Booed Off Stage by mohawkchic(f): 3:01am On Jun 22, 2009 |
~Aaaw! He's still my Fav. Naija Artist regardless! ~The toughest thing about Success is you've got to keep on being a Success . . i hope he works harder on his talent & bounce back!! |
| Fashion › Re: Fashion Face Off: Beyonce Vs Rihanna. by mohawkchic(f): 2:44am On Jun 22, 2009 |
~Bee's other alter ego cud likely be a "Mermaid" ~She cud pass for her own Wax Model @ Madam Tussaud's |
| Food › Re: ~ Love Potatoes? Learn Or Share Recipes ~ by mohawkchic(op): 2:32am On Jun 22, 2009 |
~ Oh yeah. . Kwel |
| Food › Re: ~ Love Potatoes? Learn Or Share Recipes ~ by mohawkchic(op): 2:10am On Jun 22, 2009 |
FL Gators:~ Ah ha! Am More Potato than Yam. . .I have eaten Yams w/ Stew. . Too heavy duty for me!! |
| Music/Radio › Re: What Are You Listening To Right Now? by mohawkchic(f): 1:11am On Jun 22, 2009 |
~If You Dont Know Me BY Now~Simply Red |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Was The Last Movie You Watched? by mohawkchic(f): 1:06am On Jun 22, 2009 |
~Calito's Way~Al Pacino ~Sean Penn ~Domino ~Keira Knightley ~Mickey Rourke |
| Literature › Re: Short, Witty Quotes! by mohawkchic(f): 2:54am On Jun 21, 2009 |
~"True Friends Stab You In The Front"~Oscar Wilde |
| Literature › Re: Did you Know and Great Inspirational Quotes by mohawkchic(f): 2:52am On Jun 21, 2009 |
~"Great Ideas Often Receive Violent Opposition From Mediocre Minds" ~Albert Einstein |
| Literature › Re: Anybody Old Enough To Remember The "pacesetters" Series by mohawkchic(f): 2:41am On Jun 21, 2009 |
~Certainly old enuff to remember!! I have read a few . . . |
| Music/Radio › Re: What Are You Listening To Right Now? by mohawkchic(f): 2:39am On Jun 21, 2009 |
~Rapture ~Iio |
| Fashion › Re: Hot Or Not Accessories Combination. by mohawkchic(f): 2:29am On Jun 21, 2009 |
~ No woories  |
| Music/Radio › Re: Your Best Love Song by mohawkchic(f): 2:23am On Jun 21, 2009 |
~In the Music Section~ ~Your Ultimate Love Songs/Artists ~Lovers Chillout Spot~ https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-112554.0.html Your Most Touching Love Song Of All Time? https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-18445.64.html What's Ur Greatest Love Song Of All Time? https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-18466.0.html ~In the Romance section ~ Post Ur Favourite Love Songs Here https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-275445.0.html What Would Be Your Favourite Love Songs https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-106793.0.html Your Favourite Romance Song https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-181901.64.html |
| Music/Radio › Re: To All Raggae Lovers by mohawkchic(f): 2:11am On Jun 21, 2009 |
~~Raggae ~Dancehall ~Lovers Rock https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-121919.32.html |
| Music/Radio › Re: What Are You Listening To Right Now? by mohawkchic(f): 2:07am On Jun 21, 2009 |
~Right Here Remix ~Brandy |
| Food › Re: ~ Love Potatoes? Learn Or Share Recipes ~ by mohawkchic(op): 1:58am On Jun 21, 2009 |
Light Bites Potato Meals Homemade Potato & Tomato Salsa https://www.lovepotatoes.co.uk/assets/Uploads/_resampled/croppedimage200200-salad-burgers.jpg Vegetarian Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 5 - 6 mins Serves: 4 Perfect with burgers or steaks from the BBQ! Ingredients •350g new potatoes cut into 2cm pieces •1 red pepper 1cm diced •3 tomatoes 1cm diced •1 bunch spring onions 1cm slices •1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil •1 tbsp lemon juice •6 radishes sliced (optional) •To garnish: chopped parsley or chives2 tomatoes diced Method 1. Place the potatoes in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to the boil and simmer for 5-6 minutes until tender. Drain. 2. Mix all the remaining ingredients together and stir in the potatoes. Garnish with herbs and serve with burgers or steak. New Potato & Feta Feast https://www.lovepotatoes.co.uk/assets/Recipes/_resampled/croppedimage200200-142.jpg Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Serves: 4 Ingredients •500g British new potatoes, scrubbed (halved and quartered if necessary) •225g baby spinach leaves •8 cherry tomatoes, halved •100g pine nuts, toasted •200g Feta cheese, cubed •Olive oil •Salt and freshly ground black pepper Method 1.Place the potatoes in a pan of lightly salted boiling water. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until tender. Drain and allow to cool slightly 2.Meanwhile, blanch the spinach for 1 minute in boiling water, drain and refresh under running cold water before draining very thoroughly 3.(if necessary wrap the drained spinach in a clean tea-towel and squeeze to remove any excess moisture) 4.Roughly chop the spinach then mix with the tomatoes, pine nuts and cheese. Add the drained potatoes and season to taste 5.Drizzle olive oil over the salad and serve immediately. Chilli Potato Cakes https://www.lovepotatoes.co.uk/assets/Recipes/_resampled/croppedimage200200-Chilli-Potato-Cakes-LO.jpg Vegetarian Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 8 mins Serves: 4 Ingredients •800g potatoes, diced •1 tbsp olive oil •1 red chilli, finely chopped •1 tsp smoked paprika •100g Cheddar cheese, grated •2 tbsp flour •20g coriander, chopped •oil for shallow frying Method To serve, fresh tomato salsa and leaf salad. Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to the boil and simmer for 10 minutes until tender. Drain. Add the oil to the pan and fry the chilli and paprika for 1 minute. Add the remaining ingredients and coarsely mash, season to taste. Divide into 8 and pat into flat round cakes. Heat a little oil in a non stick frying pan and fry potato cakes in 2 batches for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden. Serve with guacamole, tomato salsa and leaf salad for a light lunch or starter. Chicken, Bacon and Cheese Potato Rosti https://www.lovepotatoes.co.uk/assets/Recipes/_resampled/croppedimage200200-bacon-rosti.jpg Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Serves: 4 Ingredients •4 frozen Rosti •4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts •8 rashers smoked streaky bacon •8 thin slices Cheddar cheese, approx 125g Method •Preheat the oven to 240oC, 475oF, Gas Mark 9. •Place the frozen rosti on a non-stick baking tray and bake according to the pack instructions. •Meanwhile, slice each chicken breast into 4 pieces at a diagonal. Then griddle for 12-15 minutes, turning once or twice until cooked throughout. •Grill the bacon for 5-6 minutes or until crispy and keep to one side. With the rosti still on the baking tray, place the chicken on top, top with the sliced cheese and grill for 1 minute until the cheese has just melted. •Serve each topped with 2 slices of reserved bacon with freshly vegetables or salad |
| Food › Re: ~ Love Potatoes? Learn Or Share Recipes ~ by mohawkchic(op): 1:27am On Jun 21, 2009 |
WAVixen:~My [b]Potato & Pasta Salad has some of your combo! Ingrdients •Potatoes •6 Eggs Mashed or Quarted •330g Tin Sweetcorn drained •240g Mayo •1 cucumber, sliced/diced or quartered •2 Tomato sliced/diced or quartered •Fusilli/Farfelle Pasta Method 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, cool and chop/Dice. 2. Boil Eggs, In a large bowl: Gently Stir mash/quatered eggs,half of the Sweetcorn & potatoes with mayo until creamy 3. Bring a pot of salted water to Boil,add Pasta,cook untill tender then drain 4. In a Deep bowl/dish,put some pasta at the bottom of the bowl then layer it w/ the potato/sweetcorn & egg mix: Repeat w/ Pasta then Potato mix. . i usually do 2/3 layers depending on how deep the dish is. . . . FootNote: The potato should always be the last layer,put the rest of the sweetcorn,diced Cucumber & tomato on top ~Will post a pic when i do it,looks so colourful & tastes yummy,You can keep in the fridge too
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| Food › Re: Yogurt Fans Come On In! by mohawkchic(f): 12:37am On Jun 21, 2009 |
~I Love Yogurt!! I love my Yogurt Sweet Thick & Very Creamy,in Vanialla ~Banana ~Strawberry ~Apricot ~Peach Flavours ~I dont eat Yogurt as much as i use to,now,i only eat it as dessert or an occasional treat!! I Seem to be eating/drinking Kiddy Yogurts more . . .no avoiding The spoonfuls/Sips my son will give me while eating his ~There's so many varities of Yogurt on the shelves tho,the kiddy Yogurts am familiar w/. . i wudnt know where to start w/ the Adult Yogurts. . .I've tried a couple that i didnt like at all. . especially the drinking Yogurts Urgh! I stick to the Flavours/Yogurts i know & like! |
| TV/Movies › Re: What Was The Last Movie You Watched? by mohawkchic(f): 11:56pm On Jun 20, 2009 |
~The Transporter |
| Food › Re: ~ Love Potatoes? Learn Or Share Recipes ~ by mohawkchic(op): 11:50pm On Jun 20, 2009 |
~Ah okies! Defo one to try. . . |
| Food › Re: ~ Love Potatoes? Learn Or Share Recipes ~ by mohawkchic(op): 11:48pm On Jun 20, 2009 |
FL Gators:~You dont know what you're missing!!  |
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