New Holiday Style

Posted by Stefahn on Dec 6, 2012 in Fashion Info, Style | 0 comments

This is a guest post by Chris Hodgson, editor of iwritestyle.com.

Okay so obviously sweaters are at the core of holiday style- the uglier the better. Socks are also getting in on the action-

The Holidays are a great time to throw practicality and attempts to look respectable out the window and try to look as ridiculous as possible. Ugly sweater parties or other equally hilarious themed Christmas parties.

In all seriousness though booots are a class winter item that you should have, they’re practical, comfortable, and they look great with a simple pair of jeans.

Ok, now back to weird holiday clothing- beanies with the pom are actually making a comeback. Well I can’t say they were every actually gone, but they aren’t frowned upon as much as you might think and many brands are pushing them this season.

So whatever your style, feel free to let loose this holiday season and where the ugliest clothing you can find and then you’ll have pretty much nailed it.

 

Facial Fashion

Posted by Stefahn on Apr 20, 2012 in Fashion, Style | 0 comments

People often don’t think about the accessories they wear on their face. Once they put them on, they completely forget about them until they fall off or break. Your facial fashion says just as much about you as anything else you wear. The truly fashion conscious match their facial fashion with the overall theme of their outfit. Other people buy expensive facial fashion as a way to show off their wealth. You could easily spend a fortune on facial fashion alone. Some of it is for more practical purposes like braces, but most of it is used as a cosmetic enhancement. Many people who want to look good worry about traditional braces because they can look funny. In recent years Invisalign has become a popular option to straighten your teeth, Santa Rosa Invisalign can make your smile fit your fashionable body. Regardless of how facial fashion is used, a majority of people in this world are wearing some form of it.

When your eyesight starts to go, you need to go to the doctor and get glasses or contacts. Laser eye surgery is always an option, but most people can’t afford it. They have to figure out how to buy glasses that won’t look too much like the coke bottle glasses of yesteryear. Many places that sell glasses allow you to customize them to suit your style. Granted, you will have to pay a little more for customized glasses, but that’s better than having to settle for the boring, typical stock eyeglasses. You could go with regular clear contacts or shoot for colored contacts. In the past, you might have matched your hand bag to your shoes. Have you ever matched your eyes to your hand bag?

Millions of women across the world wear makeup on a daily basis. The cosmetics industry is a multibillion dollar empire for a reason. Some women choose to go with the natural look; however, no effort to revert back to a bare face is going to undo the firm grasp makeup has with women. Your makeup should enhance your look, not make it obvious that you’re wearing it. The more makeup you put on your face, the more the whole process becomes a negative. Makeup will not solve all of the problems you have with your appearance. It’s meant to enhance your look and nothing else. You should always be confident in yourself and not rely on anything else to build that confidence for you.

It’s hard to walk through any mall in this country without seeing several different jewelry store. Society has dictated that it’s important for women to wear some sort of jewelry on their person. Women receive necklaces, rings, earrings, and other types of jewelry on a consistent basis. Men are even getting in on the jewelry game as well. You might see men wearing rings and earrings. It used to be inappropriate for men to dabble in jewelry, but now it’s slowly becoming the norm. As long as men don’t overdo it, they are able to wear jewelry without getting judged. It will never be more acceptable for men to wear more jewelry than women though unless something changes with gender roles in society. They can wear a ring or two or maybe some earrings, but nothing else. 

Picking Out the Perfect Wedding Ring

Posted by Stefahn on Jan 30, 2012 in Fashion, Style | 0 comments

When picking out a wedding ring there are an incredible amount of things to consider.  The very first being the type of metal that you will want to use.  There are several types of metal available in the wedding market:

Gold: You can purchase yellow or white gold rings.  Women can find them in all different styles, as well as men.

Silver: Silver is a less common wedding ring option, although you can find plenty of rings in the market.  This option is less durable than the other metal options available and so that should really be considered.  It is often purchased because of budget constraints.

Platinum: Platinum has become a very popular wedding band metal.  It is very expensive, but durable and beautiful.  It has a silver sheen to it.

Titanium:  Titanium entered as a hit with men’s wedding bands, because of the ability to purchase it in several different sheens, but also because of how light weight it is.  It can be easily bent and scratched though, so lifestyle is a very important factor when deciding if this is the right metal to go with.

Tungsten: Mens Tungsten carbide wedding rings are the newest rage.  It is 4 times as hard as titanium and is very scratch resistant.  When there is no cobalt in the metal it is very strong and will last forever.  Tungsten can also be purchased in several shades of silver and also comes in black.  There are lines of Tungsten bands for women as well.

The next important decision is the choice of stone(s) for the bride.  Many brides are now getting diamonds, but also adding in a pearl or other precious stone for their more prominent stone.  Pearls, rubies, sapphires, etc. are all options that can be incorporated into the wedding band.  Whatever the stone it is important to learn about the quality of whatever stone you are getting.  Diamonds are graded on their perfection and the more perfect they are the more clear they are, the more they sparkle and the more they cost.  Sparkle is also dependent upon the cut of the diamond.

Women also need to decide what style of ring they want.  This is often decided by their lifestyle and fashion preferences.  Many women, for instance, don’t consider that they should have their main stone lowered, so as to cause less trouble by getting caught on things.  Some women don’t care and just want a big stone that is placed high.  Other women don’t even want rings with stones sticking out, they would rather have a flat ring, channel or otherwise, with the diamonds imbedded inside the ring.

Budget is the most important thing however.  You must stay within budget.  Tungsten and gold are very affordable and lasting options
 (although the sheen of gold may change over the years, but this gives it a very antique and classic look).  Getting smaller and fewer diamonds can lower the price as well.  Cubic zirconia is also an option to replace the diamonds altogether.  They look quite beautiful and the untrained eye won’t be able to tell the difference between CZ and a real diamond – nor would most people care.  Looking around and watching for sales is also a great option.  There are plenty of good internet sites for buying high quality weddings rings at reduces prices, because they don’t have an overhead – in other words they don’t have to pay for huge advertising and show room costs.

You can find the right wedding ring and within your budget with a bit a research and a lot of looking.  All of that looking is extremely important and well worth it, especially when you plan on wearing that ring forever.

How to Dress for Success in Business

Posted by admin on Dec 20, 2011 in Style | 0 comments

Whether it’s for a job interview or it’s a daily requirement, almost every guy will need to dress respectably occasionally. How you dress in a professional environment says a lot about you. Your choice of attire may not directly reflect on how qualified you are for your job, but it definitely lets others know how seriously you take your work and the relationships you have with the people there. It also signals an ability to understand what’s appropriate in specific situations. A silk necktie looks much better in the office than an Affliction polo.

So what should you wear if you want to be taken seriously in business? Before I break it down, let me say that some companies have their own unofficial standards that may differ slightly. Also, some people can break these rules because they have enough power, even though they usually don’t.

The Suit

This is the most important for the first impression. In America, business suits are two-pieces with two-buttons in a dark color other than brown. Stick with grey, navy, or charcoal black. Any patterns should be sedate, which means pinstripes and very conservative window panes and tight hound’s tooth. Wool-cashmere blends look good, and wool-silk can work as long as it’s not too shiny. The cut is just as important as the color and fabric. Your suit should be current but not too cutting edge. This means no skinny legs. You’re not in a bar trying to impress uptown socialites, you’re at work.

The Shirt

You can never go wrong with a solid white shirt, although pinstripes are totally fine. Stay away from bright colors and eye-catching designs. French cuffs can look pretentious unless it’s a special occasion, which doesn’t include a job interview. Also stay away from button collars, opting instead for the stiff ones. I probably don’t need to say this, but the silk shirt died with Vanilla Ice’s fame. And finally, make sure your shirt is spotless and professionally pressed.

The Tie

If your inner peacock is being stifled by your suit, the necktie is your chance to spice things up… a little. First, a good necktie is a silk necktie. Your tie’s color needs to be coordinated with your suit and shirt; it should stand out without being a strong focal point of your overall appearance. Guess what, this means the “power tie” is out. Also, stay away from the narrow European cut neckties. How should you tie your necktie? That depends on the material. I like a full Windsor knot for thinner material, and a half for thicker stuff. Your tie should reach to just above your belt.

The Shoes (and socks)

Your shoes should be leather with ½-¾-inch soles on the heels. If you’re wearing the right suit, black shoes are always safe. Brown can work for grey and navy, although light brown with a navy suit is death. Your socks should always match the color of your pants and be long enough not to expose skin when you cross your legs. And finally, your belt should match your shoes as precisely as possible.

Welcome to the Righteous Fashion blog!

Posted by admin on Oct 3, 2011 in Style | 0 comments

This site was started years ago to sell humorous t-shirts and now I’ve decided to add a blog and write about fashion, style, and just about anything else that sparks my creative interest. Of course, the t-shirts are still available but I hope you’ll find my insights and observations useful. Thanks!