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"Insider Tips for Your Favorite Stores" Must-Do-Steps 1. SIGN UP FOR SALES ALERTS:   Most retailers have regular email alerts that let you know about sales (in-store and online), discount codes, contest, and more. 2. GRAB COUPONS: Never check out (virtually or in person) without searching for a coupon or promo code to get a discount or free shipping.   3. SCOUR ONLINE CLEARANCE RACKS:   Many retailers offer deeply discounted items in sale sections on their websites, which can be a lot easier to go through than store racks. And you may find stuff online that you won't see in the stores. 4. TRY EBAY:   If you're seeking a specific item (used or new) say a little black dress from your favorite designer in a size 12 you might find it on eBay.com for steal. 5. BE LOYAL:   If stores you shop have a free loyalty card, sign up to save. A good one: The Shop Your Way Rewards card nets you savings Sears Company. 6. BE A FOLLOWER:   Connect with you

When people around the world think of France, they think of fashion. Coco Chanel was born there, and that’s where she started her career. Coco Chanel’s real name was Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel. She claimed a birthday of 1893, with a birthplace of Auvergne. But, she was actually born on August 19, 1883 in Saumur. Her mother worked in a poorhouse, which was an institution where poor people were maintained with public funds, where Coco was born. Then, at the age of six her mother died leaving her and her five siblings in her father’s care. Coco survived her impoverished childhood and strict convent education. These difficulties of her early life inspired her to pursue an extraordinarily different lifestyle. First, she tried singing, which is how she got the nickname “Coco”, and then she tried out being a milliner (a person who makes or sells women’s hats.) She opened her first shop in Paris of 1913 with the help of two men she met while singing. It is here where she sold hats and garmen

The Organizer: The Organizer: Fashion History Series (pt. 2) : The Organizer: Fashion History Series (pt. 2) : Flapper styles of short skirts, low waistlines, and bobbed hair characterized fashion in the...

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The Organizer: Fashion History Series (pt. 2) : Flapper styles of short skirts, low waistlines, and bobbed hair characterized fashion in the late 1920s During the 1920s, clothing st...

Flapper styles of short skirts, low waistlines, and bobbed hair characterized fashion in the late 1920s During the 1920s, clothing styles officially entered the modern era of fashion design. During this decade, women began to liberate themselves from constricting clothes for the first time and openly embrace more comfortable styles like pants and short skirts. While popular fashions remained relatively conservative prior to 1925, short skirts, low waistlines, and revolutionary styles of the flapper era characterized the latter half of the decade. Dresses were made to fit close to the body in order to emphasize youthful elegance. Hems were cut to the knee, and waistlines disappeared almost entirely. Cloche hats without rims also became a key popular clothing item during this period. The fashion styles of the flapper era lasted throughout the 1920s and into the early 1930s before the hardships of the Great Depression forced more conservative trends. During this time, skirts be

Modern Era: 1920-1940 During the 1920s, clothing styles officially entered the modern era of fashion design. During this decade, women began to liberate themselves from constricting clothes for the first time and openly embrace more comfortable styles like pants and short skirts. While popular fashions remained relatively conservative prior to 1925, short skirts, low waistlines, and revolutionary styles of the flapper era characterized the latter half of the decade (Hall 1992). Dresses were made to fit close to the body in order to emphasize youthful elegance. Hems were cut to the knee, and waistlines disappeared almost entirely. Cloche hats without rims also became a key popular clothing item during this period (Pendergast 2004).  The fashion styles of the flapper era lasted throughout the 1920s and into the early 1930s before the hardships of the Great Depression forced more conservative trends. During this time, skirts became longer and the natural waistline becam

The Organizer: The History of FASHION : Haute Couture Era: 1900-1920 Women’s fashion in the early 1900s highlighted the silhouette of the mature, full-figured body. Low bust...

Haute Couture Era: 1900-1920 Women’s fashion in the early 1900s highlighted the silhouette of the mature, full-figured body. Low busts and curvy hips were flaunted by the dress styles of the era.  In the early years of the first decade, skirts were long and full and often contained a small train, similar to what is commonly seen in today’s wedding gowns. However, as the decade drew to a close, skirts gradually grew shorter and began to reveal tantalizing glimpses of the ankle. The overall silhouette of dresses also changed slightly, moving toward a narrower, straighter line. The early 1900s also marked the flowering of the haute couture movement in Paris. Parisian designers set the fashion tone for the rest of the Western world, and their designs were highly sought after by women of the upper classes. Quite frequently, horse races served as a debut for important new fashions, as well-known designers sent models to attend these races wearing their latest creations. From 1

The Organizer: My Journey Day 12 "Why Is Love so Hard?" : I woke up this morning thinking what's today going to be like.  I wonder if today was the day I was going to be able to handle all the th...

I woke up this morning thinking what's today going to be like.  I wonder if today was the day I was going to be able to handle all the things that came my way.  And, then I realized that I don't have to handle my day because it's already been handle for me.  God knew how this day was going to go and I don't have to make things happen myself because things are what they are. So, then I started thinking about the conversation I had with a girlfriend about love.  I asked the question "Why is love so hard for some individuals and for others it's so very easy?"  And, as we started talking she said something that is so very true "it's only as hard as an individuals makes it."  And, in that moment I realize she was correct you choose to love or not to love someone or something.  Individuals really choose either to love or not to love because they want to take a risk of being happy with someone or being unhappy by there selves.  When I started t

Let's go to Brunch Last night I got a call from my girlfriend Robin and she said where going to Charlotte for brunch at the Cheesecake Factory I'll be at you house by 8am. You see we had been planning to go to the Cheesecake Factory for over eight months but just hasn't done it yet. But, when you lose something or someone so suddenly you stop putting things off you started doing all the things you've been putting on the back burner. So, as my girlfriend is talking to me about our outing I realize that she's just making sure that I don't forget how to live even though my lost is so great and all I could say was thank you God a friend that always knows when I need a little pick me up.  I'm so happy to have a life with great friends to help me get through some of the worst days and nights of my life. This morning we are on our way to the Cheesecake Factory and we have to stop in Columbia to pick up another friend (Nathalie) and head to Charlotte to enjo

Fashion is something we deal with every day. Even people who say they don't care what they wear choose clothes every morning that say a lot about them and how they feel that day.  There's one thing for certain in the fashion world change will always come but it will always be something that's been hear before. As consumers we are constantly being bombarded with new fashion ideas from music, videos, books, and television that shape our though about what we wear and like.  Movies also have an impact on what individual will wear. What or Who dictates your Fashion? Musicians and other cultural icons have influenced what individuals are wearing, but so have political figures and royalty. Magazines report on what Michelle Obama is wearing and you have women looking for the same outfit so they can look like the First Lady.  Even individuals in the 1700s looked over fashion magazines to see the latest styles so they can see the trends. Women and dressmakers outside t

Today, I realize that you can't be a person who allow people to make major decision about your life. When you experience a big lost you have to understand that people are going to come around for different reason. Some are their to help you and others are there to hinder your progress you've got to be able to know the difference between them. See a lot of people want to tell you how to live and what you should be thinking about your knew life and really they don't know how your old life was. So, how is it that they can tell you how your knew life is going to work. What's amazing to me is how people you've never really spoken to want to now give you advice on how to heal. I need someone to tell me how that works. People want to tell you what to do when their lives are a hot mess. Can someone tell me how can a person like that give you advice on anything? Please let me know what you think about this. I don't have much to say today because I'm feeling

This is day 7 and this was another hard day. I woke up this morning feeling sad and overwhelmed because I'm now doing everything. What I mean by that is now I'm running two businesses and building a whole knew business while running my household. Before their where two people keeping this lifestyle going now there's just me at least that's what I was thinking. This can make even the most organized person want to retreat an give up. And, this morning that's what I was going to do. Until my brother walk in my bedroom and saw that I was crying. You see my brother helps me run one of my business he's my field supervisor. Anyway he asked me was I alright and I just started crying and feeling sorry for myself. I pulled the comforter over my head an cried like a little child. He didn't tell me not to cry he said let it and that's what I did an then he wanted to know what happen to make me feel like I was feeling. I started to tell him and I started cry

The Organizer: The Journey Continues (day 6) : Day 6 of the JOURNEY Well, today really started out bad I was feeling sorry for myself and didn't want to get up out of bed.  So, I cance...

Day 6 of the JOURNEY Well, today really started out bad I was feeling sorry for myself and didn't want to get up out of bed.  So, I cancel one of my early morning appointments so that I could just be in the moment.  I wanted to make sure that I wasn't just running around staying busy so that I wouldn't have to feel the pain of my lost.  And, once I laid there for another hour I figured out that it wasn't my pain I was afraid of it was myself.  I wanted a life where I could live and just be who I was meant to be.  Please don't misunderstand me I would have never wanted this to happen, but it did and I can't do anything about it other than keep my memories and believe that God always has a plan.  What I'm saying is that when you say something make sure you can handle it because God listen to what you're saying and He always wants to give you the desires of your heart.  So, make sure your heart is lined up with His..Okay!   Once I got up and started my

Today, I awoke to a call from my father. He called just to make sure that my day was started with a laugh. His first question was how are you doing this morning? And, when i told him he didn't say to me that I was going to get through this. No, he asked me did I want to talk about what I was going through. He didn't say it like that but in his own way that's what he said to me. And, he gave me a chance to express the way I was feeling and after I was finished he said to me now what are you going to do for the rest of the day. I said I'm going to church an then I'm going to get something to eat and he say to me then get up an get dress so you can be on time. Not one time did he say it's going to be alright. And, because he let me have my moment I got up and started my day with a feeling of total support and encouragement. What I'm saying is that he knew that all I needed was someone to hear what I was feeling and saying without an opinion. And, all

The Organizer: The Journey Day 4 : Today, didn't started out as a good day it started out with me feel a little down but it did get better. I woke up thinking it's Saturday I'...

Today, didn't started out as a good day it started out with me feel a little down but it did get better. I woke up thinking it's Saturday I'm going to see if he (my spouse) wants to go to breakfast. Once I turned over an there was know one there I realize that he was gone for good an there was nothing i could say or do. So, I just turn back to my side of the bed an laid in the dark. It wasn't a good feeling to realize that my life partner wasn't there to go to breakfast with me anymore. So, then I lost my taste for everything I didn't want food or drink I just wanted to pull my comforter over my head and cry. But, I didn't I pick myself up and got up to face another day without my partner and I went into the kitchen and fixed me breakfast. It wasn't the breakfast I had planned but it was breakfast never the less and that was the started of my day. It wasn't full of laughter and sugar plum but it was a knew day to work on getting better in my m

The Organizer: The Journey Day 3 : While I'm going to started with a question someone asked me yesterday after they read my blog post. The question was "how can you promise th...

While I'm going to started with a question someone asked me yesterday after they read my blog post. The question was "how can you promise that it will get better after you've lost someone or something?" an the best way I could assure her that it would getting better was this. When my spouse passed away I was there watching everything thing that happened. I watched every stage of his passing and I was listening to every word he spoke. I looked in his eyes an I knew what was happening to both of us. It's now thirty days (today) later an I can say that the day he die I didn't think I would able to go any farther in this life. And, I can honestly say that today I am feeling better. I'm not saying that I don't have bad days because I do but I can say that today isn't as bad as yesterday was are last week was. So, yes I can say it's going to get better because I'm living through the stages of losing someone so very important to me and I can

The Organizer: The Journey of a New Chapter : Today, I wake up thinking what's so special about me. Why did God see fit to wake me up this morning? I don't know why but sense He did I'...

Today, I wake up thinking what's so special about me. Why did God see fit to wake me up this morning? I don't know why but sense He did I'm going to live this day as if it was my last day on earth. Yes, my husband die at the young age of 46 and I've spent the last 23 years with him and they where good years for the most part. So, what do I do now because one door has closed another one has open. I must pick myself up an go on because that is what my husband would tell me to do and that's what God is showing me I should be doing. And. that's what I'm going to do. I'm going to live a full and complete life where I know dream are possible and goals do come true. Why not the only thing that could happen is my life changes for the better. Know two people are a like so theirs know two people that will ever grieve a like. My grief make me work and live like everyday is my last because you never know when it will be your last day on this earth. Someon

The Organizer: This Life is my Life to Live : I'm sitting in the chair thinking about life an how so many people never experience the fullness of being alive. When you have a life chang...

I'm sitting in the chair thinking about life an how so many people never experience the fullness of being alive. When you have a life changing event happen in your life it can change what you think is important. For me it's family, friends and a wonderful relationship filled with love and happiness. I believe everyone has the right to be totally happy with themselves first and then with the people they bring into there circle of life. Ask yourself this question, "I'm I living the best life I can or I'm I just living others would have me live?" Which ever way you answer this question the answer will show you where you are and it will be up to you to make a change or stay in the place you are at. You can live a life free of others opinions an just live for yourself it's your choose. I have come to a place in my life where I need to live for me and not for others around me. I've always made this statement, ""if life gives you lemons make

The Organizer: Style by Constantine Announces Partnership with Da... : Michelle Forrester Style by Constantine PO Box 518 Mt. Pleasant, SC 29465 Style by Constantine Announces it's Partnership with David’s...

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The Organizer: High Fashion Organizing Solutions : "When Your Shoes, Purses and Accessories are within easy reach, It will be easy to dress to Impress" Jewelry Organizer :  Store your...

"When Your Shoes, Purses and Accessories are within easy reach, It will be easy to dress to Impress" Jewelry Organizer :  Store your earrings, bracelets, and necklaces in a jewelry organizer with a clear plastic pockets on the front.  This way you will be able to see everything you have an when you get ready to use an item you'll always know where all of your jewelry is.  One place one space is always the key to keeping up with your jewelry . Stainless Steel Painting Tray :  A narrow bin works well for organizing small accessories inside a drawer.  You can get it at any hardware store.  If you want to get really creative you can spray paint it to suit your style this way it's a one of a kind piece made just for you.  You Love Your Purses :  So let keep them in order.  If you find it to be to much trouble to rotate the contents of your purse from one to the other then it time for you to streamline the items you are carrying around.  Ladies, you

The Organizer: Shopping Tips For Department Stores : If it's A Big Ticket or Specific Item.. Become Friends with the Salespeople :  This will give you the connection to get phone ...

If it's A Big Ticket or Specific Item.. Become Friends with the Salespeople :  This will give you the connection to get phone calls, emails, and things being put aside for you just because the Salesperson knows what you like or may want.  By building this relationship you have the chance to sample things before they ever hit the stores floor. Getting on the Different Stores Email List :  Being on the stores Email List   you the chance to get notices of the store new items and any special they my be having on the things they want to get rid of.  So the Email List is another connection to the store and it's salespeople because you are the first people they think of.   Attending  Store Events :  It could be an opportunity for a mini-makeover or a shopping night out with the girls, when cosmetics counters bring in outside reps, participating shoppers are usually rewarded with extra deals and free samples.  The same is true when you volunteer for training day or n

"How To Find The Scent for You Home" Quiz  Fragrance to fit your design style... Mostly Decorate with:     A.  neutrals     B.  bright colors     C.  jewel tones     D.  soft hues My Style Aesthetic is:      A.  clean & minimal     B.  lively & natural     C.  global & eclectic    D.  plush & relaxed My Favorite Textiles are:     A.  crisp white linens    B.   tropical prints   C.   ornate brocades   D.  cashmere throws I Love Furniture That is:   A.  sleek & modern   B.  made of bamboo C.  dark & rich D.  traditional  Results Which one of these letters do you have the most of will tell you your style... A's: Your scent is Cotton & Italian Mandarin        Brighten your home with breezy cotton, citrus, honeydew, and sandalwood.... B's: Your scent is Pineapple & Mangosteen         A tropical paradise with pineapple, mongosteen, creamy coconut, and passionflowe

The Organizer: Wedding & Event Trends Tips : Hot Event Trends 1. Color – Popping yellow, red, electric blue, etc. 2. Design – Retro classic pieces with pops of bright c...

Hot Event Trends 1. Color – Popping yellow, red, electric blue, etc. 2. Design – Retro classic pieces with pops of bright color and reflective surfaces. 3. Tabletop Centerpieces (Events) – Less heavy floral and more accessories and props. 4. Tabletop Centerpieces (Weddings) – Over the top, elaborate and grand floral. 5. Fabric Decor – Mix of patterns with a play on vintage, traditional fabrics with a modern twist.

The Organizer: What Not To Do: Wedding Florals : Flower Mistake 1: Not seeing the big picture "Couples tend to see the centerpieces and the table setting but do not visualize the who...

Flower Mistake 1: Not seeing the big picture "Couples tend to see the centerpieces and the table setting but do not visualize the whole reception room with their guests in it. For example, couples pay for a room with a wonderful view of the ocean or scenic surrounding and want tall, large centerpieces that will obstruct this view." -- Faith Cass Flower Mistake 2: Not trusting your florist "Communicate your vision, likes, dislikes, and expectations but have a little flexibility and be comfortable with substitution. We want to make your wedding absolutely breathtaking. So relax, put trust in your vendors and remember why you hired that amazing talent!" -- Alana Guglielmo Flower Mistake 3: Not reusing ceremony arrangements "Aisle flowers can become centerpieces and altar pieces can be moved to the buffet table. The ceremony usually only lasts about half an hour -- it's a shame to see so many flowers only being used for that amount of time wh