Men’s Formal Fashion Tips
By Bobette Kyle-Wagner | September 1, 2010(Note: Visit the new MyOnlineWeddingHelp.com Mens Formal and Dress Shoes section here.)
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Dressing up a man for a formal occasion is not a very hard thing to do. They just have to know what shirts, pants and accessories to wear, and then they are good to go. Here are men’s formal fashion tips that might be of use to all you guys out there.
When choosing the right shirt, white can be the most recommended, but it can also be the most boring. For black-tie events, white is till the option but in a more relaxed setting, prefer to stay conservative, utilize soft and muted colors or mild patterns like stripes. Remember that translucent and see-through shirts are never appropriate, especially in formal settings. You can manage to compress into variety of sizes, but without the proper fit, the sleeves will leave your wrists exposed if they’re too short or will cluster up if they’re too long. Moreover, a closed collar will seem bad and choke you when you have a tie.
A loose collar will seem ridiculous. Make it certain the sleeves and collar are the right size to fit comfortably and appear smooth.On a shirt, all buttons should be fastened, including the smallest ones on the side of the arm near the overlap. Though these buttons might not seem useful, they keep your forearm from being unclothed through the hole where the sleeve is unfastened. A button-down collar must also be pinned. If left unfastened, the buttons beneath the collar will set out awkwardly.
For semi-formal occasions, figuring out what you can pull off by experimenting with pastel shirts and ties can be fun. Pants, nonetheless, are an entirely distinct story. If you are considering wearing some powder blue pants to a conventional event, think again. Unless it is a shovelboard contest at the local nursing home, you will appear undignified.With pants, more equal with shirts, you have to get the good fit. If you purchase a pair of pants that are too long, get them hemmed. Pants should rest at the waist and should be long enough so that there is a slight break before the bottom rests on the top of your footwear. If they bunch up at the bottom, they are too long. Of course, the opposite rule applies as well: Pants that are too short will make you seem like you are going clamming.You probably know already that pants should fit your waistline right. If the waist is too small, you’ll be in discomfit. If it’s too large, your pants will look loose.
Never, ever, wear brown footwear with a black belt or vice versa. The color of your shoes should always correspond or at least go with the shade of your belt. Those colors, by the way, don’t continue beyond black and brown when it comes to formal occasions. Additionally, men’s formal fashion pants have loops for a reason, so make sure you wear a belt.You know enough not to wear sneakers with other ceremonial dress.
For such events, you should have at least one pair of ultra-formal footwear that you splurged on a little. These shoes will last a long time, since they will probably be used# less than the other shoes in your closet. A really nice pair of men’s formal fashion shoes will also provide your appear that subtle added elegance that other men at the event might be missing.
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Rings: 7 Bridesmaid Gift Ideas
By Bobette Kyle-Wagner | July 10, 2010Most women love jewelry, making it the perfect bridesmaids gift. Consider giving each bridesmaid a ring chosen especially for her. By buying online you can find a much larger selection. While some are expensive for most budgets, silver and other inexpensive metal fashion rings can be had at quite reasonable prices. Ring ideas include:
* Butterfly Rings are popular (especially since Mariah Carey began flashing a butterfly right hand ring. Check out the knock off for $39.00)
* Heart shaped rings are universally appealing. Consider personalized, with each bridesmaid’s birthstone.
* A small birthstone ring is a thoughtful gift to women and girls in the wedding party.
* Dolphin rings are a unique idea, especially relevant for a beach wedding.
* Today’s cubic zirconia (cz) is often high quality. For sparkle, consider purchasing matching cz rings for your bridesmaids.
* Many beautiful semi-precious stone rings are reasonable priced. Consider black onyx, peridot, moonstone (those set in silver tend to be inexpensive), and lapis.
* Rose shaped rings are an elegant twist to a traditional gift. Consider gifting rose rings to match your maid’s dresses or other wedding color.
White Flats: Ballerina, Flip Flops, and Sandals
By Bobette Kyle-Wagner | July 2, 2010Today’s fashion brings with it a huge choice of flats in all colors and styles, including dressy and semi-dressy styles appropriate for weddings and other occasion. It may also surprise you that white sneakers have a place in your wedding ensemble. They are appropriate to wear as-is for comfort on the wedding day or make do it yourself wedding sneakers by gluing on beads and lace. Shop our white flats page for a selection.
The Power’s in the Word - Unity Sand Ceremony Vows Affirm Love
By Bobette Kyle-Wagner | July 1, 2010The perfect wedding is more than just a stunning gown and a stellar guest list. For brides and grooms who have a strong Christian faith, the Lord is the center of the ceremony. Couples who want to show their unity in the Lord and their bond with each other can do so through the 21st century wedding sensation known as unity sand ceremony vows. Mixing tradition with innovation, the unity sand ceremony allows couples to demonstrate both their love for each other and their love for God.
You may have attended weddings where the bride and groom light a Unity candle. The unity sand ceremony follows a similar principle, but instead of sparking a flame, the couple creates an artistic masterpiece by pouring different colored sand into a unity vase. The wedding keepsake that results in a treasure that can grace the dining table in the couple’s first home.
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But this special ceremony involves more than just fashioning lovely artwork. During the ceremony, the couple and, in some cases, the relatives of the bride and groom, exchange unique vows. These are vows that go beyond the traditional, allowing the couple to articulate their vision for a unified future. As a result, they hold a special meaning that can enhance a traditional wedding ceremony and offer a fabulous memory for the couple involved.
For the Christian couple, the vows of the unity sand ceremony can be based upon the time-honored words of Scripture. There is good reason for this. As the Bible says, there is tremendous power in the tongue. As Proverbs 18:21 states, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.” Our words have the strength to create or destroy…to enhance or to detract.
Speaking words of love, commitment, and hope breathe life into a relationship and form a strong foundation for a marriage. Studies have shown that couples who often compliment each other are far more likely to stay together than those who constantly complain. Words paint a portrait of a marriage; by exchanging life-affirming and relationship-affirming vows on the wedding day, couples create a habit that can last a lifetime.
Fortunately, many verses of Scripture can serve as the basis for unity sand ceremony vows. Consider Ephesians 4:2-3, which states, “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” Couples can easily adapt this verse to profess their personal desire to be patient with one another in love, and to maintain their unity in God through a peaceful marital union.
Another possibility - the Song of Solomon 2:16, which declares, “My beloved is mine, and I am his.” Or Ephesians 5:31-33, which states, “A man leaves his father and mother and is joined to his wife, and the two are united into one.” In fact, virtually any verse that promotes unity can be used as a basis for these special vows.
For today’s couples, marriage is more than just the union of two people. It is also a celebration of the merging of two families, the blending of two clans. This is especially important when there are children from previous marriages involved. There is perhaps no better way to help smooth the transition for these children than to have them serve as active participants in a unity sand ceremony. They can recite their own unique vows as they pour bright-colored sand into the unity vase.
Blended families need special care; the exchange of unity sand ceremony vows enables them to proclaim the beauty of the new family that has been created. In some cases, couples might also want to include the mothers of the bride and groom or the maid of honor and the best man in the ceremony. What a wonderful way for families to pledge their support for a couple!
In the end, the unity sand ceremony is more than just a Technicolor treat. It is an event which honors faith, commitment, and love. The power of the ceremony lies not only in the visuals, but in the words, which speak to the heart of Christian marriage.
About the Author: Sharon Vaz is the author of Sand, Sound and Soul: The Complete Guide to the Unity Sand Ceremony. She has helped thousands of happy couples around the world enjoy the meaning and beauty of the unity sand ceremony. She is also creator of http://www.unitysandceremony.net, a website dedicated exclusively to providing brides and grooms resources for planning the perfect sand ceremony.
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Creative Save the Date Wedding Invitation Ideas
By Bobette Kyle-Wagner | June 30, 2010Note: For creative inspiration, browse MyOnlineWeddingHelp.com:
Save the Date Magnets, Stickers, and Post Cards
When choosing to plan the wedding of your dreams on limited resources, you shouldn’t have to worry about finding creative save the dates wedding invitation ideas that fall within your allotted budget. There are many available options to choose from that will show off your creativity and inform all your guests exactly when your wedding will take place.
Save the Date invitations are a relatively new concept, but can prove to be extremely helpful when planning your wedding. If you are considering a destination wedding, save the dates are a must! This gives your guests an advanced notice of when your wedding will take place and will allow them to start planning their trip accordingly. Save the Date invitations are different from wedding invitations in that they give the basic information about the wedding and should be sent four months in advance, but feel free to send them earlier if you have several out of town guests.
It’s a good idea to know the theme of your wedding when you send out the Save the Date invitations; this will give your guests an indication of how formal or informal your wedding will be. Planning on a beach wedding? Send fun, creative invitations that have palm trees and beach scenes. Is your wedding a little more formal? No problem, Save the Dates come in a variety of creative designs! Just because you are planning your wedding on a budget, doesn’t mean you can’t find creative save the date wedding invitation ideas!
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