5 Ways for Men to Dress Slimmer

Larger guys can easily give the impression of being much thinner than they are, simply by wearing certain clothes.

And the Jacamo plus size mens clothing range has plenty of items to choose from that will result in a genuinely slimming effect.

  Here are 5 tips to help you choose the right Jacamo plus size mens clothing.

1.       Stripes

There is a golden rule with wearing stripes... Horizontal: No. Vertical: Yes.

Vertical stripes will make your silhouette look longer and slimmer.

Horizontal stripes, however, will have the opposite effect and make anyone look larger than they are...

2.       Jackets

A single-breasted jacket will make you look far slimmer than a double-breasted one; this is because people’s eyes will automatically focus on the centre point.

Also, try to avoid jackets or blazers that are double-vented as this will draw unnecessary attention to your bottom!

3.       Sizes

NEVER try and squeeze into a size that is too small!

Wearing clothing that is overly tight will look terrible and you will feel very self-conscious.

4.       Belts

Belts are a very important accessory!

You should always wear one as it will hold your waistline and ensure that your trousers hang correctly!

5.       Colours

Wearing contrasting colours will immediately draw attention to the joins between your clothes, i.e. your stomach... 

Stick to shades that are more similar to one another.

Man Fashion: Large Mens Clothing Trends

Nowadays, there are various fashion stores in the cities that exclusively deal with large men’s clothing. Tall and big men no longer return to their homes frustrated and empty-handed after a shopping spree. Plus size men no longer have to wear short pants that expose their ankles or shirts that cannot be tucked in. They also do not have to put up with those embracing moments when their shirts could not be buttoned.

Moreover, plus size and tall men had to part away with a few more dollars to buy their clothing from the few specialty stores. Their clothes were rare and thus categorized as ‘special’. This gave such stores the right to unscrupulously demand for more money. In fact some shops required plus size and tall men to book and order clothes before visiting the stores. Thanks to the plethora of large mens clothing, today they are available at affordable prices. Tall and big men can now comfortable shop for clothes within their budget limits.

Men have aggressively embraced fashion to attain an identity in recent years that clearly defines their sense of style. They want to uplift their confidence and emanate an appealing image which contributes to emulation of a positive career and personality impact. Back in the days fashion trends were reserved to average sized men. However, today there is a wide variety of large men’s clothing in different colors, style and seasonal trends. In fact they have hit the market with a boom.

Furthermore, you can get large men clothing in large quantities from online websites. In fact to increase the scope of their customers most online shops offer shipping and volume discounts on top of single item discounts. In short, any plus size and tall man should not be continue wearing clothes that do not perfectly fit when well-fitting affordable clothes can easily be accessed.

Man Fashion: Paris Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2011 Final Round Up Part II

Continue from our previous post, here is our second review, Raf Simon's as well as Jean Paul Gaultier's mens fashion design in the recent Paris Fashion Week.

Raf Simons

The snazzy appeal of what we have yet to see was captured by Raf Simons on his SS 2011 Collection. A play of zippers, strings and waist bands is a refreshing take on the usual black and white canvas that is ultimately Spring and Summer in itself. Flowy pants and touch of orange, pastel green and a couple of yellowand black prints make for a sophisticated balance for the laid-back aura that the collection embodies.

Solid white and black vests and jackets are also a part of the ensemble. Skinny white shorts make for a casual street appeal that does not scream attention, yet commands simple amusement. Latex has played a relative part on some pieces, putting form and reaffirming the masculinity to the soft fabrics and asymmetrical, bold cuts.

Jean Paul Gaultier

Color, intricate prints and 3-D glasses helped Jean-Paul Gaultier with his collection this year. Once again, he has broken down the usual sights and pushed the edges of the Spring/Summer collection. Jean-Paul Gaultier did not disappoint with his futuristic prints on soft fabric and black and white base. Suits are well-defined with stripes and prints that spell ingenuity and intelligence. Blues and browns strengthen the already bold cuts, while white on black prints eases up the ensemble.

Peep-toed string sandals on jumpsuit and shorts, beret and silver necklaces, denim and knits, and some hard-looking street-smart leather and latex affairs give the collection a bit of everything you may want for whatever adventures you may have this Summer.

Man Fashion: Do You Think Fashion Men Shoes Worth the Price?

Believe you me, you can understand a person by his shoes itself. Basically, fashion men shoes are just as important as to any of the clothing in your wardrobe. A pair of poorly designed or cheap looking shoes will give others the impression that you have little regard to your look, even if you are match with latest fashion trends in the town.

We emphasis the important of shoes does not mean to tell you to follow the latest trends in fashion world.

but just try to find a comfortable, stylist pair of shoes that will compliment you and your existing wardrobe. In

short, choose a pair of shoe that appeals to your individual taste is utmost important in our opinion.



We always think there are many benefits in getting a quality pair of designer shoe. Not because the shoe will compliment well with your wardrobe, but also the quality of the material used give you comfort as well as

functional. You may hear this before, “a cheap pair of shoes is never good and a good pair of shoes is never cheap” This advise is always in our belief.



A good quality of any men fashion shoes are usually of made of high quality leather, this makes the shoes light and sturdy, other features emphasis in high quality fashion men shoes such as non slip soles, special designed heels that educe pressure on man heel, added room in the toe box for comfort and many more.



With many online stores available now in the cyber world, buying a quality pair of fashion men shoes that appeal anyone’s taste has always been easier now. You can shop from your at home without going running all over town looking for good quality fashion men shoes. Just within a few minutes, you can complete the purchase of designer shoes without any hassles. Best is no out of stock situation anymore.



In short, a pair of fashion men shoes is well worth the investment as they provide quality, style and comfort,

it is important to keep in mind that you only get what you pay for.

How to Wear Mens Trainers....Properly!

At one time, mens trainers would only be worn in the gym, but not anymore. Everyone is fully aware of how

comfortable this type of footwear is and trainers are now seen wherever we go. But of course, it isn’t just

about comfort... if you are going to wear a pair of trainers, then you will want them to look good as well. Here

are a few bits of advice to help you to get it right and to avoid an unpleasant run-in with the Fashion Police...

Classics are Good!

Classic mens trainers will go with just about any type of clothing, so they are always a very safe choice.



A basic, single-coloured design, such as the Converse lace-up, will look great with oodles of different

garments; right from jeans or Chinos to pressed or tailor-made trousers.



Watch Out For ‘Hybrids’!!!

In sci-fi movies, alien/human hybrids should normally be avoided at all costs. They are ugly, horrid and intent

on taking us all over! Well, it is pretty much the same situation in the world of footwear; except perhaps, that

hybrid trainers are not normally intent on world domination...



Seriously though, clunky genetically modified cross-bred mens trainers really aren’t cool. In fact, they will

often look downright geeky. It is advisable to completely avoid this type of footwear.



‘(Don’t) Sock it to me Baby!’

Visible Socks + Mens Trainers = Uber Bad Move. If you do need to wear socks with your trainers, then invest in a pair of low-cut ones. This will mean that your feet will remain comfortable and sweat-free without causing any insult to the more ‘style conscious’.



After all, some of us have principles...



‘Roll Up! Roll Up!’

If (and only if) you can wear your mens trainers without any offensive socks on show, then you will be able to

take your image a step further (excuse the pun)...



Try donning a pair of cropped trousers (or rolling up the bottoms of your jeans) to draw greater attention to

your trendy pumps! By creating a hem that reveals a small amount of ankle, you will give a tailored silhouette

to your trainers, making them stand out (sorry, another pun) even more!



Shelling Out on the Wrong Clothes...

In the world of stylish footwear, there is only one other crime that is equally heinous to having visible socks...

and this is wearing your mens trainers with a shell-suit. You may find it amusing to think of someone dressed

in this manner, but it really isn’t a laughing matter. Shell-suits were the thing to wear with a pair of trainers at

one time (as unbelievable as this may seem), but thankfully we have now moved on.



If you are ever unfortunate enough to have a brush with anyone wearing this ridiculous type of outfit, then it

can have a genuinely detrimental effect on your day. So always choose your clothes wisely and try to have a

little respect for other people!

Man Fashion: Trendy Mens Winter Coats Report

There’s just something about cold weather and a well-made coat that makes a man look sexy. We are sure you know the reason why  the right coat gives a man bulk – which makes him look powerful on a subconscious level.



We never write about winter coat in the past, not that we can recall. But we do receive some e-mails on this and we thoughts is best we share some of our thoughts with our readers here. As with all fashion, however, there are Do’s and Don’ts when it comes to winter coat fashions, we will not going to touch on this as we believe there are some bloggers given a very good advices. But our rule of thumb is go for true and natural, but there are men who can get away with something out of the ordinary.



Today we’re going to take a look at our 3 favorite styles of mens winter coats.





Classic Navy Pea Coat / Reefer Jacket



This is our favorite, started from Europe, or to be precise, European sailors and this are very well received in both Europe and US now. You can find them with affordable price range. Most fashion designers have their series of pea coats. We still stick to Armani, which make a lovely nice cut with superior material.

Beside, wool, you might find similar designs with leather or suede. In our opinion, we have seen all kinds of men wear pea coats on the street, but we yet to see any silly on anyone. Businessmen or students, this jacket really goes well with any style from jeans to dress slacks, boots to oxfords.



Go for what color? the best colors choices are black, navy and charcoal. But you can go for red if you really find this match you well. :)



Traditional Sheepskin / Shearling



We are sure some of you might have one of this. Very common in US. We find them look good on everyone, be it student or yuppies. They usually come in natural or chocolate, and both look fantastic, especially when they come to the mid-thigh.

The only drawback, this shearling jacket is really warm, and so we suggest you only wear this when it's really cold weather out there.



Leather Bomber Jacket



WOW!! another favorite, we're sure Tom Cruise in Top Gun had some influence on our fashion sense, do you agree? Originally created for pilots, which eventually became part of popular culture and apparel. These always come in several styles, such as A-1, G-1 and G-2. If you ask us, we always find G-2 is the smarter choice!

They come in a variety of colors, but what our recommendation? Yes, black or very dark brown. Try to avoid a bomber that has too much elastic at the waist and arms. I think they look best without, as you can recalled from Top Gun movie. But we think the elastic probably serves some purpose for a true pilot but we are talking about fashion here, so this elastic will only minus point rather than add fashion sense to us.



So that’s our winter coat advice. In short, we always find most mens winter coats look goods on you as long as they are simple and of good quality material.

Shop for Clothes Online with Coupons from Coupon Cactus

Shopping for apparel entails fitting on different clothes and moving from one shop to another so as to find the most suitable apparel. It demands patience and time and we are sure some of you might not have such tolerance. However, nowadays savvy shoppers can find trendy casual wear, shirts and jeans online. What's more, you can even take advantage of discounts via the use of coupons websites like CouponCactus.com. We're always surprised how many people aren't aware of this, but with all the coupons and coupon codes available on this site, you can save a lot of money buying your clothes online instead of from local stores.



Many clothing retailers offer online coupons to customers with the aim of increasing their customer base. Thus, free online coupons act as a way to thank customers for transacting business with the organization and encourage them to come back. Retailers also offer coupons when they need to reduce the amount of slow moving stock in their stores. Whichever the case, customers greatly benefit from using the coupons, and develop a loyalty to stores who give them great deals on a consistent basis. For customers and retailers it's a "win-win" proposition - you get the best deals with same amount of spending, and retailers are able to expand their customer base as well as clear some of their merchandise.



Another thing many people don't know is that when you purchase your casual wear, shirts and jeans using men's clothing coupon codes, you will often get discounted or even free shipping especially when you hit certain amount. Shipping cost is a major factor that discourages individuals to purchase products online, so these discounts alleviate that issue.

In the case of Coupon Cactus, they add even more incentive by offering cash back in addition to the savings from their coupons. You only need to sign up (which is free and easy) to start earning cash back on your purchases.Here are some popular men's clothing stores that have coupons and cash back.



Aeropostale Coupons: Coupon Cactus has an ongoing coupon for $5.95 flat rate shipping, and offers 2% cash back to its members.



American Eagle Coupons: Ongoing coupon for free shipping on orders over $100



For a list of the other men's clothing stores they have coupons for, check their site under Men's Clothing on the left hand menu!

Some retailers even give additional incentives on top of normal discounts to their regular customers. For instance customers may purchase products at half price when they buy more than one product or may get free products because of purchasing certain brands of goods. So you just need to watch out for these kind of special discounts or promotions, and checking Coupon Cactus on a regular basis is a great way to do it.

Man Skin Care: Why Ingredients in Moisturizing Soap is so Important?

Showering has become a normal routine for most of us in this part of the world. Every day we wake up, brush our teeth, jump in the shower and get ready for our busy day. This is a habit we have grown up with and will continue for many years to come.



When we shower we usually use some bath and body products. We have shampoo for our hair and a form of soap for our skin and body. But how many of us have really spent time to read and understand what are the ingredients used in these products?

Most of us clean ourselves with bath soaps or shower gel. We use them everyday to wash and clean off our body during shower. However, soap or shower gel can do a lot more than just clean off dirt. In fact, our daily soap affects your skin. It can dry it out, or add moisture. There's why alot of companies design special moisturizing soap or shower gel to help with skin issues, such as body acne or dry skin issues that bothering most of us here.



The important thing when looking at bath and body products is to understand that all of those ingredients are being absorbed in to your skin, so when purchasing your soap or shower gel, it is always important to pay attention to the what's main ingredients are. Some will contain a lot of chemicals that can potentially irritate the skin or dry it out. Since everything is absorbed that you put on your skin, you will also be absorbing those chemicals in to your body.



That is why organic moisturizing soap or shower gel use full natural ingredients. Our skin does much better when chemicals are not involved. It also the reason why organic products are so well received in recent years.

Neutrogena Rainbath Shower Gel

So start to read the main ingredients of your moisturizing soap or shower gel today, and do some research to understand these ingredients that you are applying on your skin everyday will definitely help you to prevent any potential skin diseases.

Man Fashion: 100 Years Vintage Levi's Jeans

Are you willing to pay $36,099 for a pair of Levi's jean? The story came from California, where an old pair of vintage Levi’s was found in a mine in the Rand Mining District, on the Mojave Desert. Surprisingly, the jeans were covered in wax and with an old paper bag and the name of a mercantile store which operated between 1895 and 1898.



Then eBay came into the picture.The bid for the old Levi’s went up to $36,099, and it’s still going!

What we learn from this? Save a pair of vintage jeans to our kids, who know it may worth thousand dollars in 100 years time!! :)

Eco Fashion: HUGO Fragrances Initiative

HUGO Fragrances is delighted to announce the launch of ‘One Fragrance, One Tree’, a new sustainability initiative inspired by the increasingly eco-conscious outlook of HUGO Fragrances consumers. For each special edition pack of HUGO Element and HUGO Man fragrance produced, one tree will be planted in the Amazon rain forest in Peru .

To help raise awareness of this cause in the UK , Hugo Fragrances has commissioned 5 artists to create their own eco-friendly interpretation of an urban jungle. Designs will be painted on 100% recyclable card in the form of large pop up trees. With creative support from the artists, people will be encouraged to make their own mark by painting blank trees that will be on display in 5 cities throughout the country.

The tour launched in London’s Covent Garden on Wednesday 17th March and travels to Bluewater in Kent (19th – 21st March); Bullring in Birmingham (26th – 28th March) Meadow Hall in Sheffield (2nd, 3rd and 5th April) and Centre MK in Milton Keynes (9th – 11th April) before returning back to Covent Garden on 15th April for a grand finale, where the pop up trees will turn the cobbled pavements of Covent Garden into an urban jungle for the day.

Man Fashion Skin Care: Product of the Week

If you wake up one day and realize there is a line of wrinkles on you face, you could probably don't bother much about it. But hang on, why leave this unattended if you have the chance to take good care of your skin right now? Yes, I have tested the the Clinique Repairwear Laser Focus Wrinkle &UV Damage Corrector for a month now and the results is just amazing. Our skin is exposed to constant aggressors from sun exposure to stress to pollution which deteriorate collagen and elastin which over time produces those lines, wrinkles, uneven skin texture and can reduced skin clarity.

 

The Clinique Repairwear Laser Focus Wrinkle & UV Damage Corrector is an easily absorbed affair, termed ‘de-ageing serum’, formulated to work day and night to reduce the appearance of those lines and wrinkles, and repair and help prevent UV damage with results similar to an (expensive) dermatological laser treatment. Clinique advise using three drops twice a day, courtesy of the syringe-like dispenser and in 12 weeks, you should achieve 63% of the visible wrinkle reducing power of a laser – not bad considering the extortionate cost of laser treatment!



The serum address 3 main areas of concern:



VISIBLY REPAIRS UV DAMAGE



UV is still one of the leading causes of accelerated ageing. Harmful rays penetrate deeply into skin causing direct damage to cellular DNA and distortions in the skin’s regeneration process, and indirect damage from the release of free radicals. The visible results of sun damage include: breakdown of collagen, uneven skin texture and the early appearance of lines and wrinkles, the “solar scars” that are the noticeable proof of collagen loss from extended UV exposure.



A potent blend of three patented repair enzymes encapsulated in a liposome delivery system work to help visibly reverse UV damage and mend “solar scars.” This technology represents 20 years of clinical study into molecular delivery systems and aids penetration deep within the surface of the skin to dramatically revitalise the appearance of photo ageing.

• Micrococcus Luteus (Ultrasomes V) – these liposomes work best at night to intensify the skin’s ability to visibly repair sun-inflicted damage from UVB rays.

•  Photolyase Fermentate (Photosomes V) – absorbs visible light to promote natural cellular repair, working efficiently during daylight hours, to improve the appearance of sun damaged skin over time.

•  OGG-1 Fermentate (Roxisomes) – derived from the mustard plant, protects cells from oxidative damage resulting from UV and intrinsic ageing.

WRINKLE REDUCING POLYPEPTIDE TECHNOLOGY





A high-level peptide complex boosts natural collagen production and helps maintain existing natural collagen with essential ingredients. Skin becomes more firm, and the appearance of lines and wrinkles is diminished. Targeted for application around the entire face and especially the delicate eye area, it works to help reverse one of the most visible signs of ageing by effectively smoothing and softening the appearance of eye creases.

• Whey Protein – a natural, amino acid rich, polypeptide helps skin look and feel more firm and resilient while minimising the appearance of lines and wrinkles.

• Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A) – helps to plump the skin and increase natural collagen production, resulting in firm skin and minimised appearance of lines and wrinkles.

• Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 – this bio-peptide helps prompt natural collagen production.

FREE RADICAL PROTECTION





Additionally, a cocktail of ingredients work to protect skin by helping to fight free radicals from environmental aggressors and to prevent future damage to the skin.

• Vitamin C and E (Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate and Tocopheryl Acetate) – provide antioxidant protection from free radicals induced by UV.

• Ergothioneine – this naturally occurring amino acid is a powerful antioxidant, helping to protect skin from environmental aggressors. Works with Vitamin C and E, helping to provide balance to the skin and helping to re-activate each other.

• Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Juice Extract – contains Ellagic Acid to help protect the skin and defend the skin against visible damage.

We know all the above technical terms sound complicated, but for simplicity, we always look at the end results. For the matter of fact, it's work!! That's simple. :)



You can get yourself this product at Amazon at just $62.50.

Eco Fashion Shows Updates

If you are care about environment, you should give some support to our eco-fashion designers. Let us update you the latest Eco-Fashion Shows for rest of the September month.

September 25-28

Paris – Since 2004 The Ethical Fashion Show has been bringingtogether designers who care about the environment and culture’s skills. From chic to traditional fashion including street wear, there’s something to suit all tastes.

September 27-30

Vancouver – Starting their inaugural Eco-fashion Week, a selection of some of  the best eco-designers from around the world will come together to showcase their latest collections of environmentally friendly, trend-setting fashion



 Do drop us a note if you have something to share, leave them in the comments and we’ll spread the news!

Man Fashion Underwear: Gregg Homme's Behind the Scene

If you are wondering what happen behind the scene for mens fashion underwear, we are happy to share some of GREGG HOMME's latest photo shoot, Thierry Pepin and Francis Beauvais in action.

While Thierry has been taking part of major ad campaigns in top fashion magazines, Francis is fairly new to the fashion business and has been getting a lot of attention from all the underwear and swimwear fans around the globe.

Founded in 1987, GREGG HOMME is a Canadian brand of audacious and ground-breaking men’s fashion underwear, swimwear and clubwear. Through years of innovations and daring creations, GREGG HOMME has built an outstanding reputation for fabulous quality, exceptional design, and astonishing fit.

Man Fashion: 5 Fashion Styles to Avoid in this Fall

Summer was over and we are now in Fall. So everyone is wondering what's hot in this fall? Before we shares our thoughts on this what's is IN this Fall, we thought it is a right time to share these 5 fashion styles to avoid in this Fall.



1. Don't Try Your Beach Casual Wear 

If you have not clear your wardrobe, it is time to do it this weekend. We don't mean to keep all your summer clothing aside, but try to avoid your beach casual wear like board shorts, Cargo pants, sandals or leather flip-flops. Instead, you should start to look at Cardigan, pinstriped pants etc.

2. Don't Overdo with Accessories

We are sure some of you love accessories, especially those accessories that you wear during summer time. Perhaps a merino wool or cashmere scarf is what you need, as many scarves that offered in the market are made of lower grade, which is not comfortable if wear for long hours. Sunglasses is the only piece of accessory that you could probably want to keep in your wardrobe. Hey!! How about one compact umbrella that to carry along during this raining season?

3. Avoid Bright Colors Combo

Khaki, white and blue are never fail. Invest in a piece of cool khaki blazer is definitely worth the investment. This color combo really able to give a new life of your own in this fall.

4. Is time to Get a New Haircut

Even if you're not the best-looking guy in the world, but you can still pull off a good look if you get yoursefl a new haircut, this will give you a new fresh look in this fall to your outside friends. The best hairstyle that we recommend is still short messy haircut. What do you think?



5.Keep Your Sleeveless T-Shirt

Please keep your sleeveless t-shirt away, or the best is to keep one or two pieces to match with your new turtle neck or v-neck sweaters, but never over do it.



Whatever styles you go for in this fall, it's important to go with the style that you feel comfortable and confident. Experiment with different clothing combination to get a look that makes you look and feel great. Do not follow fashion trends if they make you feel uneasy. Our belief in fashion is always about comfort and style. Do you think so?



   

Man Skin Care Tips: Problem with Wrinkles?

What if I told you that five years from now your face could look younger than it does today? I know that it sounds ridiculous, but exciting advances in men's skincare have made it possible for you to maintain your rugged lifestyle without suffering the aging effects of exposure to the elements. This means that you can continue to enjoy golf, hunting, fishing, camping and any other outdoor activity without worrying that the sun, wind and air pollutants are going to wreak havoc on your appearance.



We will explain in more detail in next few para with more medical and technical terms involved, but don't worry, you can decode those term from simple Google search. :)



Perhaps the most important natural ingredients in mens skincare for oily skin are Vitamin B5, also known as D-Panthenol, and witch hazel. These are two of the strongest natural healing agents and they provide "protection against sunburn, soothe irritated skin and repair the damage caused by shaving.

The logical solution for skincare for men would be to buy skincare with collagen and elastin in the ingredients since our bodies stopped producing them.However that is not the case. Men's skin is tougher and need to be treated with ingredients that are specially formulated to treat their skin. Most men do not care for their skin so it becomes dry, wrinkled and unevenly toned. I know a lot of men spend hours on end in the sun without any sunscreen protection.

There is one very fine source which helps your skin produce sufficient collagen so that it retains it elasticity and wards off lines and wrinkles from occurring. If you already have lines and wrinkles it helps to remove them. It also produces natural protein which encourages new skin cell growth and is known as the most effective anti-ageing substance there is.You will also need to find a natural substance know to protect the levels of hyaluronicacid in your body, this helps your collagen and elastin keep your skin young.



Drinking water filtered though a home water filter will prevent your skin from coming into contact with the chemicals found in our water supply. Installing a shower filter is also a good idea, as our skin's pores open up while showering in warm water, and it absorbs chemicals from the water at a faster rate in this condition.

Sneaker of the Week: PUMA Mid Vulc

PUMA sportlifestyle introduces a new classic, with clean, simple and streetstyle in mind.

Aptly named the PUMA Mid Vulc; the style is inspired by the PUMA Archive’s original 1970s -1980’s PUMA Mid, yet refreshed on a vulcanized sole.

In true PUMA fashion, the Mid Vulc unifies on trend design, form and function. Especially created for those who like to make the street their playground, it is a durable, easy to wear and ride sneaker in leather, ripstop nylon and suede.



Accompanying this premium, clean looking style, is a limited run of PUMA custom laces featuring a metal aglet with silver cat detailing, which compliment the silver foil logos on the shoes. Each set of laces comprises of 1 x black set and 1 x white pair to give the wearer the choice to go tonal or add a pop of contrast.

Working in association with Goodone, (www.goodone.co.uk) both pairs of laces come in an authentic hand made bag made with recycled off cut PUMA Archive fabric. The bag is also an ideal size to be a digital camera/ipod/iphone case.



Not for sale there are just 250 special edition PUMA Mid Vulc laces and bags in circulation in the UK only.



In no doubt a desirable streetwear staple, the PUMA Mid Vulc in black and white colourways are currently available exclusively to select PUMA independent trainer boutiques nationwide, retailing at £55 rrp.

Mens Designer watches: How to Choose Your Designer Watch?

Designer watches are always in the limelight on the market today for both men and women. The ingenuity and style of the designs of each designer watches can be seen in their broad offering together with their released. These designer watches have everything from casual dress watches to professional looking luxury watches and even offer a variety of sport and urban styles as well. You may confuse with so many selection especially just to pick one or two. In this section, we will share some basic tips to assist you to find a designer watch that fits both your style as well as your budget.

Match Your Own Style

As we always believe that you are the only one will know best, find the one that you find comfortable in your wrists. You also must think of when you would like to wear this. As this is expensive time piece, you must choose the one that suit the lifestyle you have, never go for extreme design which does not fit with your current dress code.



The worst decision in any buying process is to let your friends' choose the design for you. Well, we don't mean you should not bring your friends along, and you can also consider their suggestions or opinions but you should be the one who make the final decision on what to buy. Otherwise, you might regret in time to come.



Select from Fashion Designer Brand

When we talk about designer watch, we will assume you will always choose from the brands that you familiar with, or from fashion designers' brands. Because it is surely that their designer watches will complement with the their designer outfits released now and then. Another best way to scan through fashion magazines, which you could get some ideas how the models match these designer watches with their clothing on.

Always go for Genuine

Designer watch is always expensive, but it's worth the the investment, so try to avoid replicas. There are replicas dealers out there who always made their products appear to be genuine, so always buy from reputable or authorized dealers only. One of the way to differentiate between genuine and fake is designer watch should come in its original signature box, with instruction booklet, international guarantee, and often with a certificate of authenticity. Never believe the dealers if these were of sales promotions or direct from manufacturers.



Lastly, do your homework before you start your shopping, make sure you read the brand reviews and customers feedback that you can easily find in the net. You should establish your own ideas what brands and price range in mind before start your shopping spree.

Eco Fashion: Sanuk Launches Eco-Friendly Project - Rasta

In tandem with surf champion and Sanük team member Dave "Rasta" Rastovich, and echoing the Rastafarian ethos of natural living (no real connection here, just a cool coincidence), Sanük is rolling out a new line of environmentally friendly sandals that might make Bob Marley himself smile. As the leading edge of the brand’s Spring 2010 collection, its innovative RASTA Project (Recycled And Sustainable Trade Alliance) hopes to spark "One Love" among all peoples of the world, inspire a wave of "Jamming" and affirm its corporate mantra, "No Stiff Shoes, No Cry."















Some of the materials used in the RASTA line include:



· Sustainable latex and cork molded foot bed, featuring jute inlay detail

· Layered hemp upper, providing maximum comfort, with RASTA labeling

· Recycled tire outsole, gathered from neighboring factories

· Super-soft, recycled PET (polyethylene terephthalate) liner and toe post

· Completely vegan and vegetarian

Man Fashion: Williamson For Men

Contributed by Charlie Johnson



Charlie

Matthew Williamson has broaden his horizons and created his first men’s line set to be launched in time for Spring/Summer 2010; his individual use of bright colours and extravagant patterns has been continued within his opening male collection.

For those who is not familiar with Matthew Williamson, is an English fashion designer. His collections are shown twice a year during New York Fashion Week, and they often have an Indian influence, perhaps related to the time Williamson spent working in India for the clothing store Monsoon. He counts celebrities such as Björk, Cat Deeley, Sienna Miller, Kelis, Jade Jagger and Plum Sykes amongst his friends.

After the success of his Matthew Williamson for H&M collection it’s easy to predict how popular his first male designs will be; the items which will only available be in London, New York and Dubai (in his stores and Harrod’s) customers will literally fly to get the first piece Williamson for men.

The capsule collection which includes silk scarves, cashmere sweaters and a range of brightly coloured t-shirts isn’t designed for the faint hearted male; but why should women only enjoy his clothes, take a road trip to your nearest store and bring Williamson into your wardrobe.



His first capsule collection which includes silk scarves, cashmere sweaters and a range of brightly coloured t-shirts; is set to sell quicker than his high street range and with it only being available in New York, London and Dubai people are set to literally fly to get it.