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17 Aug 2010 Personalized Tag Favors Add Elegance to a Celebration

If you are throwing a party or celebrating a wedding, you would have to shop for favors that can express your gratitude to the important people in your life on your special occasion. Personalizing the party with tag designs and colors of your choice adds an extra dimension to any celebration.

There are various specially designed and personalized tags that can be used on an array of gifts like bottles of wine, favor bags, favor boxes, or candle sets. Personalized tag favors can make an ordinary gift into a unique keepsake. After you have decided on your party theme, color scheme, and font, you need to decide what wording you want to use on your party favor tags.

You can consider the Love Beyond Measure” Heart Measuring Spoons with Free Personalized Tag. This set of 4 stainless steel heart shaped measuring spoons feature “measures of love” on one side with traditional measurements on the other. The featured “love measurements” favors include: “A Pinch of Patience” = 1/4 teaspoon, “A Dash of Kindness” = 1/2 teaspoon, “A Spoonful of Laughter” = 1 teaspoon, and “A Heap of Love” = 1 tablespoon.

The LOVE Glass Coaster Gift Set with Free Personalized Tag make elegant and useful guest favors, ones that your guests will truly appreciate and use for years to come. The 4-coaster set is wrapped with sheer organza ribbon and comes complete with a thank you tag.

The Perfect Blend – Elegant Personalized Coffee Kit with Free Personalized Tags are sure to warm the mugs (and hearts) of your guests. Standing 6.5″ tall, they also add height and drama to your table decor. Each glossy black and white packet is illustrated with a sophisticated bride or groom and comes with a matching personalized tag. Inside the bag are 2 ounces of delicious ground coffee and the entire favor is finished off with a delicate chrome heart-shaped coffee spoon, attached with a darling white meshed ribbon.

17 Aug 2010 The Beauty of Woven Shirts
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Woven shirts have become a major fashion statement today due to their inherent structure and stability. The woven shirts are made from two pieces of yarn that are stretched out over a loom and woven together. As such these fabrics are more tightly packed together and are better for more formal clothing.

The most important benefit of woven shirts is the fact that they keep their shape and are very good at hiding flaws in the wearer’s body. Most of the reputed design houses are producing these shirts which are available at major retail and wholesale clothing outlets at affordable prices. You would find classic designs and color choices in woven shirts that give an elegant and smart look.

Check out the Port AuthorityLadies Lightweight Stretch Poplin Shirt which has a unique, professional edge with the right balance of flexibility and easy care. The great look and feel of blended stretch poplin is exuberant.

The Van Heusen 13V521 Men’s Dress Twill is a versatile, durable baby twill dress shirt in wrinkle-resistant 60/40 cotton/poly blend. The single-needle stitched armholes, double-needle felled sideseams, two-button adjustable cuffs with button-through sleeve placket and long-sleeve give a relaxed fit.

For the fashion conscious young adults the Port & Company YSP10 Youth Long Sleeve Value Denim offers a sturdy construction and a generous cut. With soft garment washing, this Value Denim shirt won’t stretch your budget.

16 Aug 2010 Calla Lilly Themed Weddings

Calla Lily is a flower that represents magnificent beauty, purity, rebirth and marriage. The beautiful trumpet shape of this flower gives it a very elegant look that is perfect for weddings. When you plan your calla lily inspired event remember to have the following items.

Guest Book and Pen Set

elegant calla lily guest book elegant Calla Lilly Pen Set

This beautiful guest book and matching pen set is sure to make your guests smile as they sign their well wishes. Add your own photo to this guest book to personalize it even more.

Toasting Glasses

These beautiful toasting glasses keep all the elegance and beauty of the calla lily. These are used during your guests toasts to you and a happy future and for the united drink.

Cake and Knife Set

Cutting the cake is usually a wonderful and playful time for the bride and groom. You might find one of them smashing the cake into the others mouth or tapping them on the nose with frosting. I once even saw a couple throw a piece at each other! Before you can feed each other the cake, you need to take pictures of cutting it together. These wonderful knife and serving set give the tradition of cutting the cake an elegant look.

Calla Lily Favors

There are so many options of what to use as favors now days. When it comes to calla lilies, there is no exception. When you choose a favor, think of your guests and what you think will be used. If you have a group of people who don’t drink wine, it is probably a better idea not to give them wine bottle stoppers. Here are just a few of the calla lily favors out there. Click on each one for more information.


13 Aug 2010 Tips on Choosing Great Anniversary Favors

There are many anniversary favor ideas to choose from. If it is the 25th anniversary, then you need to choose silver favors and for the 50th one for example you would be opting for gold anniversary favors. Whether a couple is celebrating a first or 50th wedding anniversary, it is best to buy creative and personalized favors so that party-goers can share in the couple’s memories and take some of the fun home with them.

For example the Miniature Gold Chair Favor Box with Heart Charm and Ribbon can be just perfect for the shining moments, like your wedding or a 50th anniversary celebration. These classically designed, miniature chairs with a stunning, gold finish silently beckon your guests to their seats with a stylish place card and a sweet surprise. You can also add a monogram sticker to the chair for a personal touch.

Another nice pick is the Cheers to a Great Combination” Wine Set is the best way to celebrate the combining of two hearts. Thank your guests with style by sending them off with this elegant and practical heart shaped wine tool set that creatively celebrates the bride and groom’s great combination!

The Miles of Memories” Suitcase Favor Tins with Optional Personalized Labels are just perfect to show your guests how very much they mean to you and thank them sincerely for joining the celebrations.

No matter what you choose the favors should ideally reflect the couple’s favorite sports, hobbies or places, and the theme of the party.

13 Aug 2010 Cool Summer Wear
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If you want to add a dash of spice to your summer wardrobe, then get a good collection of tank tops. These tank tops are just ideal for summer, keeping you cool and making you look stylish. The best part about these fashionable tops is the wide assortment of colors that they are available in- the reds, the blues, and the pinks! These tank tops will bring you closer to beating the heat and with the vibrant colors.

Come summer and its time to get into your favorite tank top. Not only are they light and comfortable, but they can be picked up in different designs suitable for men, women, teens and kids. Tanks do not have sleeves, instead of which they have straps that are about an inch or two in width. They come in various styles like plain, ribbed, waffle knit or even netted and sport different styles of necklines and arm holes.

Check out the Bella B9080 Girl’s Baby Rib Wide Strap Tank made from 100% combed, ringspun heavyweight cotton. It has wide straps and a comfortable, fitted cut. Looks great with a skinny leg denim or pant.

The Gildan 2200 Ultra CottonTank Top for men has an open U-neck with a comfortable fit that can be layered or worn alone. If you want something different but trendy try this one out!

The Bella 8430 sylvia triblend racerback tank has a sheer soft knit tee cut long with a deep-v neckline that is casually chic, sexy and perfect for the everyday.

The tank tops can be dressy or simply casual. It’s all about how you want to look and feel for the summer season.

12 Aug 2010 Light Up Your Party With Candle Favors

Shopping for favors has always been the most exciting part of planning any event- be it a wedding, bridal shower or a reunion party. Out of the traditional favors, the candle favors are the most popular and beautiful. They are generally perfect for weddings as candles give off a romantic ambience which is unique.

It would really be fun to get creative and choose unique candles as favors for your guests. Candle favors come in so many designs, colors, fragrance, shapes and themes. Whether you are hosting a fall, winter or spring event, you are sure to find candle specially embellished for the season.

The Luminous Mini-Lanterns are just perfect for lighting up any event. These luminous mini-lanterns are the ideal favors for wedding party or any events. They add mystery and warmth to your table decor, while impressing your guests with their substance and thoughtfulness.

You can satisfy your guests’ cravings with these delightful Cupcake Candles. Your guests are sure to think you’re serving dessert early when they arrive and find these tasteful cupcake candles as their favors. These favors come in three assorted colors resembling vanilla, chocolate or strawberry icing and features a realistic looking poly resin cherry-topped cupcake shaped base nesting a clear tea light holder with a poured white wax candle inside.

If you want to add a personal touch to your favors then you can choose the Rose Ball Candle in Gift Box with Free Personalized Tag. Rose ball candles are made up of tiny rose buds and are available in pink, red and pearl white. The gift box is complete with a sheer white organza ribbon and a blank “For You” tag.


Candles are inexpensive yet elegant favors for any event. You can simply order for these from online gift stores.

12 Aug 2010 A Guide to the Best Work Shirts
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Work shirts do not always have to be formal and somber. You can experiment around with various designs in work shirts that are practical, stylish and durable. While choosing shirts to wear at work, it is better to look for ones made from 100% cotton and is breathable enough to keep you cool on the hottest days.

You can also go with tank tops if you have to work outdoors. These are generally made from spandex and are cool and comfortable. These look great with jeans, shorts, or yoga pants!

Check out the Dickies Chef C020302 Economy Kitchen Shirt with soil-release finish. It has six snap-front buttons and chest pocket. These shirts are designed for commercial and home laundry.

Another great design in work shirts is the Dickies Chef C070302 Men’s Executive Chef Coat with soil-release and wrinkle-resistant finishes. The sleeve pocket, underarm eyelets, black detail topstitching and black stud buttons give a stylish look and this one would be in your closet for years as a true example of high-end durability.

If you prefer tank tops then the Bella B4000 Women’s 2×1 Rib Tank made from 100% combed ringspun cotton offers a comfortable, snug fit and shows off a woman’s curves.

These great designs in work shirts will keep you looking stylish and will serve their purpose while you work outdoors!

11 Aug 2010 Theme Favors That go With Your Wedding Theme

Weddings are such important events in anyone’s life. A lot of planning goes into making this big day a success. The first and probably the most important decision that the couple needs to take is the theme of the wedding. Once the central theme is determined, all the other elements colors, images and favors are associated with it.

When it comes to choosing wedding favors based on a theme, look for favors that incorporate the basic theme of the wedding and give a unique character to the wedding. Like for a beach theme, you can go with starfish design or shell design candles or bottle stoppers.

After you have made a list of the items that complement your wedding theme, it is time to decide on the final list based on your budget. You can check out affordable wedding favors such as the Pink Soap Rose Accented w/ Shredded Pink Soap Confetti. These rose scented soap favors are decorative as well as practical.

It is best to select the favor or combination of favors that makes the best presentation and still fits the theme of your wedding.
Favors like the “Love is Sweet” Sweetheart Towel Cakes are worth doing a double take. What seem like a delectable dessert are actually two beautifully folded and decorated hand towels! Carefully decorated to resemble a sweetheart cake, this favor is the perfect accent to a chocolate lover’s wedding.

11 Aug 2010 Trendy Clothes at a Budget
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Your clothes and the way you dress have a great impact on the impression you make on others. It is of significant importance that you know how to dress up in trendy clothing for the right occasion. For fashion conscious people it is very important to be on top of fashion trends.

Before you think of adding some pieces to your wardrobe, you should first think in terms of a budget. You can surely look your best self while sporting a low fashion deal. You can look for some discount outerwear offered at various online fashion stores in order show off the latest fashion trends. Cool and comfortable sports shirts, sweatpants, a pair of jeans and some tanks in various solid colors to help you mix and match can be just perfect for your fashion needs.

You can check out the Harriton M500 Men’s Twill Shirt with Stain Release which is made from 55/45 cotton/poly twill. Horn-style buttons with Harriton logo. Extra stitching for strength at seams and buttons. Flat-fell seam finishing with full back yoke and back pleat give this shirt a classic look.

The Chestnut Hill CH530W Women’s Dobby has a classic yet contemporary design featuring 100% Pima cotton dobby. It has pearlized buttons, flat-felled seams and single-needle topstitching throughout. Three-button cuffs for that corporate look; front and back darts for a feminine shape and fit.

Another fashionable ensemble is the Alternative AA2618 Women’s Burnout Tunic. It has longer length, perfect fit short-sleeve scoop neck tunic with vintage, worn-in look and feel. Unique construction creates one-of-a-kind pilling and striation on sheer fabric.

Trendy clothing at budget prices are available at most local and fashion stores online. Your professional world can turn trendy yet elegant with the clothing in vogue.

10 Aug 2010 Cozy Winters With Fleece
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Winter clothing can also be fashionable and convey your personal style if you know how to choose the right outfit. There is a wide assortment of outerwear as well as innerwear available at fashion retail outlets that help to keep you warm during the cold winter months and at the same time add an element of style to your wardrobe.

Amongst the different options available, fleece is a warm, soft, durable fabric made from sheep’s wool or a synthetic or cotton blend. It is most often used in casual sweaters, jackets, pajamas and outdoor wear. Fleece is a popular choice for winter wear as it holds in body heat well and is extremely light and soft. Moroever it does not fade from repeated washes. When you are planning on your winter shopping, you can check out these styles in fleece:

The Hanes P180 7.8 oz., 50/50 ComfortBlend Full is made from 50/50 poly/cotton fleece. The fabric has better print surface and low-pill performance. The double-needle coverseamed neck and armholes, ribbed waistband and cuffs and roomy front pockets make this outfit a fashionable buy.

The Comfort Colors C1598 Women’s Garment-Dyed Full-Zip Hooded Fleece is just perfect for the fashion conscious women. The metal zipper with fashion pull and matching drawcord, front pouch pocket and fashionable 2×1 rib cuffs and relaxed waistband combine comfort with style.

For the young adults the Gildan 18500B Youth Heavy Blend is simply irresistible. The 50/50 cotton/poly pill-resistant air jetspun yarn pullover with warm double-lined hood and matching drawcord is perfect for those cold winter months.

Fleece fabric is one of the softest and warmest amongst the ones available and is quite reasonably priced too!!