Jun 25, 2009

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Palaeolithic age

As a species, we love to adorn ourselves with jewelry, makeup, hair accessories. We do it now to enhance our looks, to attract a mate and because it just makes us feel good about ourselves. Some forms of adornment are symbolic – like wedding rings. Or they’re used to make a statement about our lifestyle, like multiple piercings and earrings.

Have you ever wondered what the origins are of such self-decoration? Was there a meaning behind it? Or did we just start wearing beads, necklaces and earrings as our awareness of self increased and as we evolved?

We know that the earliest jewelry of bits of bones, shells and other personal adornments appeared in graves about 40,000 years ago. The idea that there was an afterlife, and the belief in spirits both good and bad, gave rise to the means to attract the good spirits and ward off the bad ones.

People protected themselves from evil spirits with adornments in the form of necklaces or bracelets, and pierced themselves with the same bones and shells to have these amulets on their persons at all times. At this time people also started painting their bodies with red ochre, which can be considered the earliest form of makeup. They also started lining their eyes with kohl to protect themselves against the force known as the “Evil Eye.”

Even today, much jewelry takes the form of amulets. People wear crosses around their necks, or the Star of David, or wear a claddagh ring – all to attract good fortune or ward off bad luck. There are even more throwbacks to this earliest form of magic, such as a lucky rabbit’s foot, or a lucky penny. Or we often have less well known, more personal amulets that have a meaning to us alone, but are still worn as good luck charms and amulets.

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Jun 17, 2009

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The Creation of Popular Sunglasses: The Mirrorshades

It seems like every time you see a movie or TV show where police officers are involved, they seem to be wearing large sunglasses with mirrors on the outside.  What are these shades and how did they come to be what they are today?  The truth is that Mirrorshades, as the sunglasses are called, are often associated with law enforcement and government officials for a valid reason.

Mirrorshades are sunglasses with a reflective optical coating on the outside of the lenses to make them appear like small mirrors.  The mirror coating can decrease anywhere from 10%-60% of the light that passes through and makes contact with your eyes.  Mirrorshades are great sunglasses for anyone that spends much of their time outdoors, possibly even on a motorcycle or in a car for eight or more hours per day.

However, Mirrorshades serve a greater purpose than simply shielding the eye.  These sunglasses prevent another person from making eye contact with the wearer.  The mirrors are created so that an onlooker will only meet his own reflection when attempting to gaze into the eyes behind a pair of Mirrorshades.

It is for this reason that Mirrorshades have become popular sunglasses for officers of law enforcement and military.  Their popularity with police officers in the United States has earned them the nickname “cop shades”.  Much like an interrogation room, a suspect is unnerved by looking into a window and being unable to see who or what is looking back at him.  It is also for this reason that Mirrorshades are often favored by competitive poker players.

Mirrorshades are available in several different designs.  The sunglasses most frequently worn by police and military are Aviators.  This style received its name around the 1940’s and 1950’s when they were popular sunglasses for military pilots.  In the 1930’s, Ray Ban created this design and sold it to the United States Military.  The military issued the sunglasses to their pilots to protect them while they flew.  From there a fixture among sunglass styles was created.

Another particularly popular style of Mirrorshades is called the Wraparound.  This style of sunglasses consists of either one or two smooth, semi-circular lenses that cover the eyes and resemble the shape of protective goggles.  Wraparound sunglasses are quite popular in the world of extreme sports.  They are often particularly associated with snow sports, such as skiing and snowboarding.

The Mirrorshades are created with a coating on the outside of the lenses of the sunglasses.  The coating can range from a very simple form made up of a single layer of very thin film all the way to a thicker, more reflective form.  The thinner layer of film can be very likely to scratch with minimal pressure, and is sensitive to salt water.  These sunglasses should be treated with the utmost care.

The more modern reflective coatings on Mirrorshades usually have several layers making them more durable and less likely to become scratched.  While these sunglasses may be more expensive, you often get what you pay for when purchasing sunglasses.  Choose wisely and educate yourself on sunglasses before deciding which ones to buy.  Mirrorshades will prove beneficial to your eyes and your style.

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Jun 17, 2009

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Making Your Own Perfume Line

When people get into business, the first thing the product must do is fill a need. If there is demand for it, this is the time the entrepreneur has to worry about the production,  packaging and the marketing.

Getting into the perfume business is the same thing. The good news is, there is a demand so the challenge will be making people aware that there is a perfume line that exists.

There are two options for this to work. The entrepreneur may decide to distribute it to a retailer who will mark up the price so both parties are able to make some money. This begins by writing letter to various companies who may like to carry it.

It is also possible to ask from the supplier the names of other companies that are also getting the same ingredients. This is considered to be a faster way of getting the foot in the door and if the product is good, then there won’t be any problems.

However, in some cases, the one reviewing it will say no because this could take away the profit from the existing brands.

The entrepreneur may also be short changed if this is offered at this amount and then the distributor will sell it at two or three times the price.

This brings the second option and it involves selling it directly to the consumer. Some people may not have enough to put up a cart in the mall. The best thing to do will be to give some free samples to friends and sell this via the web.

In both options, the most important thing is pricing. No business in history is able to recover the investment overnight. This takes time and some project a break-even point after 6 months or one year.

The first step in this process will be to learn how to make the perfume. This is just like playing with a chemistry set at home and the only way to make it work is by being familiar with the various ingredients.

The perfume will not last that long without the three types of notes namely, the base, top and middle note. This will then be blended with a bridge note and ethyl alcohol but since this is banned in some countries, the better alternative is vodka.

Those who don’t like chemistry that much can do what some celebrities like JLO have done. That is to hire a chemist who will come up with various prototypes and then approve which one should be made in vast quantities.

The key to distinguish one brand from the other is in the name. It must be catchy and easy for the customer to remember so it will not be that difficult to buy it again when it runs out.

Some detail must also be given to the packaging. The person can choose to use plastic bottles or have a design made by a supplier. Some entrepreneurs still put this in a box while others sell it as it.

Making perfumes won’t be easy. It will take some time to figure out the right mix but those who are able to persevere may be able to reap the rewards when the right fragrance has been developed for the market.

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Jun 13, 2009

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Dress Up to Compliment Your Look

The most awaited night is approaching! Prom night! Excitement is all in the air to shop for that most uncommon, alluring, sassy prom dress. Dresses to make you stand out from others on that magical evening.

Formal dresses worn during these celebrations are reinforcing the glam world. They are beautiful than ever with designs that could be worn on or off the stage. You can find manufacturers & suppliers online to facilitate you shopping as you could spend more time in selecting that perfect cocktail dresses.

This is the time when don’t want to compromise on looks or in quality. Try out at wholesale sites that go for exclusivity at great prices. Wholesale sexy dresses offer lowest pricing. Its not that you get a price guarantee only buy you get to choose from a wide collection of wholesale sexy dresses. Also with wholesale dresses, some free gifts come like matching shawl or scarf. Exclusive manufacturers are also there who produce wholesale bridesmaid dresses and wedding gowns.

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Okay, your dress for this enchanting night has been decided. But it isn’t all. Now it’s time to look for matching accessories. This list will include shoes, purses, wraps, jewelry, make up and hairstyles. Prom dress shopping also includes the trip to the salon or day spa and a good grooming session. People usually begin their prom dress shopping before they have even been asked out. This all should be well prepared in time and not to be left for the last minute.
Make sure that you have a plenty of time to shop for your prom dress so that you can have some time to perform any alterations that might be needed and to have the dress pressed and ready to go. It would be wise to try it once as soon as you receive your dress.

So, what are you waiting for? Start browsing to look for that special prom dress. Put it on with love and be a queen of the prom!

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