chocolate - Fashion Blogs - Fashion Industry Network2024-03-28T16:02:37Zhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/feed/tag/chocolateWhy Gifting Chocolates Is Very Popular?https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/why-gifting-chocolates-is-very-popular2017-02-14T12:34:53.000Z2017-02-14T12:34:53.000ZScarlett Haydenhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/ScarlettHayden<div><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Today's scenario of celebration lies on modernizing events with high-class ambiance. Everyone is eager to celebrate any party, festival or achievement in a unique way to not only impress others but also for maintaining a good standard in society. Celebration can be of vary from small to a big one, but one thing remains the same which is happiness.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Apart from the feeling of happiness, gifts play a major role to enhance the excitement of any celebration especially in birthday parties and marriages which are the two most celebrated events in the world. But have you ever thought about the most popular gift? It's something like a sweet magic on the tongue with delicious taste. It is just chocolate but much more than only a sweet.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843715083,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3"><img width="750" class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843715083,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="8843715083?profile=original" /></font></a></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><strong><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">A Sweet Surprise: Chocolate</font></strong></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Chocolate is not just a name of sweetness; it is the most precious gift for all the chocolate lovers. From many years, the trade of chocolate os on peek and definitely in future this marketing status of every kind of chocolate (dark, milk and white) will get better. All credit goes to its delicious flavor of cocoa which is a source of flavonoids and alkaloids.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><strong><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Gifting Chocolates</font></strong></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Chocolate has become a very popular beverage and sweet in the vast world. It is available in all forms. So many brands are producing chocolates to serve people. <br /></font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Chocolate can make you addicted by it's the perfect blend of cream, milk, and cocoa. These three mixes are best to make a perfect combo. All the brands serve the consumer and leave it's taste.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><br /><br /></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><br /><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8858666288,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8858666288,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="600" alt="8858666288?profile=original" /></a></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Due to this quality of chocolates, it has become the most popular gift for birthdays, festivals, family gatherings and another kind of celebrations. Even chocolate days are celebrated to enhance it's presence.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3"><a href="https://edelweisschocolates.com/" target="_blank">Handmade Chocolates gifts</a> get more viral during February when some special youth based days cherishes the lives. Valentines and chocolate day are two famous days for buying and gifting chocolates.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Chocolate is the most consumed sweet among all which has the quality of controlling sugar and it also works sometimes as a mood uplifted. It is used as fillers, deserts and stuffed with various items.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">It is not only famous for its taste but also for beautifully designed looks. Every producer of chocolates wants to be in the market, and that's why every chocolate industry focuses on the presentation. Different attractive looks of chocolates enhance it's credibility and makes a good impression on consumer's mind.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Now a days, gifting chocolates have become a trend, and that's why people are most often buying chocolates rather than other materials.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><br /><br /></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><br /><br /></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><br /><br /></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><br /><br /></p></div>What Is Your Chocolate Personality?https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/what-is-your-chocolate-personality2015-03-13T05:59:01.000Z2015-03-13T05:59:01.000Zcelinewilsonhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/celinewilson<div><p align="justify">Life is similar to a crate of chocolates. Truly? Individuals are the chocolates and life is the container. Do you like chocolate? Would you consume numerous types, or do you have a most loved sort? It is safe to say that you are a chocolate individual lasting through the year, or do you have mind-sets or chocolate seasons?</p><p align="justify">Is it true that you are an enthusiast of covered fruit chocolate or dark chocolate or the white one ? Whether you lean toward dull, white, or milk chocolate, you ought to realize that your decision uncovers a considerable measure about your identity.</p><p align="justify"><b>If you Like Chocolate Covered Fruit-</b> Individuals who pick the <a href="http://www.giftblooms.com/USA/Chocolate-Delivery"><b>chocolate delivery</b></a> of creme-filled treats frequently have a good sense of humor. Chocolate Covered Fruit sweethearts are open about their musings and sentiments and other individuals are effortlessly attracted to them</p><p align="justify">Chocolate is more than only a sweet treat. The numerous sorts and flavors loan to its adaptability and make it the principle fixing in sauces, beverages, sweets, and characteristic cures. Chocolate has ended up being an important piece of any festival, and with unlimited alternatives and mixes, you are certain to discover something that will please everybody on your blessing giving rundown</p><p align="justify"><b>If You Like Dark Chocolate-</b> Lovers of the dark chocolate are advancely sophisticated. They have solid conclusions and have a tendency to get emotional. Dark <b>chocolate delivery</b> significant others are overwhelming and definitive. They cherish individuals and have solid connections.</p><p align="justify"><b>If You Like</b> <a href="http://www.giftblooms.com/USA/Gourmet-Chocolate-Delivery"><b>Gourmet Chocolate</b></a>: Gourmet chocolates, could there be much else debauched? There is simply something about the way is melts in your mouth, thick yet to a great degree smooth. Individuals who favor gourmet chocolate are content and indiscreet. They regularly have high respect toward oneself and are considered daredevil. Gourmet chocolate partners genial and effortlessly fulfilled.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843452462,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843452462,original{{/staticFileLink}}" height="285" width="500" alt="8843452462?profile=original" /></a></p><p align="justify"><b>If You Like Kosher Chocolate-</b> In numerous personalities, eating methodologies and chocolates simply don't blend, period. Truth be told, chocolates are loaded with calories, which is strange to the idea of an eating methodology - a weight reduction eat less, that is. Be that as it may did you realize that there is an eating methodology including chocolate that purportedly makes for a skinnier, slimmer and sexier you? Yes, and it is known as the Chocolate Diet.</p><p align="justify">Individuals who like such chocolate have a feeling of dated ethicalness. They are reflective and regularly excessively disparaging of themselves. They normally have a little circle of close companions; connections are vital to them, yet they now and then judge everyone around them too brutally.</p><p align="justify"><b>If You Like Milk Chocolate-</b> Individuals who like milk chocolate are smooth; they regularly take the path of least resistance. Milk chocolate mates are likewise savvy and numerous adoration to be the inside of consideration. They are sentimental and flourish in long haul connections as a result of their adaptable natures.</p><p align="justify"><b>If You Like</b> <a href="http://www.giftblooms.com/USA/White-Chocolate-Delivery"><b>White Chocolate</b></a><b>-</b> Individuals who favor white chocolate are innovative. They frequently are discovered wandering off in fantasy land and can put on a show of being flaky to individuals who don't have any acquaintance with them well. White chocolate darlings like to walk to the thump they could call their own drums. They are regularly thoughtful.</p><p></p><p></p><p> </p></div>New Blog Post "Wish Every Day was Christmas!" (festive street fair in Hong Kong) NOW up on La Mode by GV Miao Fashion Bloghttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/new-blog-post-wish-every-day-was-christmas-festive-street-fair-in2015-02-02T12:00:00.000Z2015-02-02T12:00:00.000ZVicki Victoire Gwen Vikkey Miaohttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/VickiVictoireGwenVikkeyMiao<div><p>New blog post “Wish Every Day was Christmas!” NOW up on <a href="http://la-mode-by.gvmiao.com/2015/02/wish-every-day-was-christmas/">La Mode by GV Miao fashion blog</a>:</p><p>Arrrggghhh! I know I have literally had difficulties getting over my prolonged holiday mentality after the Christmas and New Year breaks but what can I do? Who said we cannot keep the holiday cheer alive all year long? Okay anyway I am so not ready to go back to reality, I may as well indulge myself in staying in wonderland a bit longer, mentally though. I paid my first visit to a snowless white Christmas market here in Hong Kong, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SwireXmasFair">White Christmas Street Fair 2014</a> as whimsical, playful and colorful as <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice_in_Wonderland_%282010_film%29">Alice in Wonderland</a> and as delicious as <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Willy_Wonka_%26_the_Chocolate_Factory">Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory</a> hearty with phenomenal goodies – edibles, luscious sweets jewelry, luxury aromatherapy products, adorable homewares, festive decors, all you can eat, shop and enjoy. 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Concepts can range from colors, shape texture and a combination of everything that the creative mind can conceive. This season TeKay Designs, a couture studio based in Houston Texas, presented Queen of the Brides, a collection of gowns with accessories that are historic and have a cultural significance.</p><table border="0" cellspacing="5" width="693"><tbody><tr><td align="center" valign="middle" width="359"><object codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0" height="320" width="480" data="http://static.ning.com/socialnetworkmain/widgets/lib/js/tiny_mce/plugins/media/moxieplayer.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="never" ></param><param name="allowNetworking" value="internal" ></param><param name="movie" value="http://static.ning.com/socialnetworkmain/widgets/lib/js/tiny_mce/plugins/media/moxieplayer.swf" ></param><param name="flashvars" value="url=http%3A//www.queenofthebrides.com/video-media/Queen-of-the-Brides-NYFW.mp4&poster=http%3A//www.queenofthebrides.com/video-media/Queen-of-the-Brides-NYFW.jpg" ></param><param name="" value="" ></param><param name="wmode" value="opaque" ></param><embed wmode="opaque" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://static.ning.com/socialnetworkmain/widgets/lib/js/tiny_mce/plugins/media/moxieplayer.swf" flashvars="url=http%3A//www.queenofthebrides.com/video-media/Queen-of-the-Brides-NYFW.mp4&poster=http%3A//www.queenofthebrides.com/video-media/Queen-of-the-Brides-NYFW.jpg" allowscriptaccess="never" height="320" width="480" allownetworking="internal"></embed> </object><br /> <br />Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Please update<br />your browser to view this media content.</td><td class="Body-Text" align="left" valign="top" width="310"><br /> TeKay's presentation opened with an acoustic chorus sound track, chromatic luminance and a branded light projection. Ethnic diversity was applied to model selection; as each model graced the catwalk with authoritarian elegance. But not without a subtle 'vogue pose' here and there. While some gowns are accented with colorful embroidery, other gowns cast an angelic shimmer of beading as a decorative finish. The Queen of the Brides collection represents inspirational women of royalty from various cultures<br />throughout history. The collection exemplifies cultures, as each gown represents a woman of royalty<br />who has left an indelible mark on humanity.</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="right" border="0" cellspacing="0" width="300"><caption class="Captions"><font face="Helvetica, Arial,<br ></font></font>sans-serif"><br /></font><br /><span class="font-size-1"><span id="caption">New York Fashion Week presentation<br /><br /></span></span></caption><tbody><tr><td align="center" valign="middle"><center><object codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0" height="533" width="300" data="http://www.queenofthebrides.com/video-media/slideshow/soundslider.swf?size=2&format=xml" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="never" ></param><param name="allowNetworking" value="internal" ></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="false" ></param><param name="movie" value="http://www.queenofthebrides.com/video-media/slideshow/soundslider.swf?size=2&format=xml" ></param><param name="" value="" ></param><embed wmode="opaque" id="soundslider" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://www.queenofthebrides.com/video-media/slideshow/soundslider.swf?size=2&format=xml" allowscriptaccess="never" height="533" width="300" allownetworking="internal"></embed> <param name="wmode" value="opaque" ></param></object></center></td></tr></tbody></table><p>"<em>Each season new gowns are added to this collection"</em> explains Kimma Wreh, Fashion Designer and Creative Director for TeKay Designs. <em>"Women of royalty are represented from all over the globe through these gowns. Places such as Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East. The gowns express cultural themes that resonate with many ethnic groups. This is why it was important for Queen of the Brides collection to be presented in New York City. New York is a melting pot of cultures and I am proud to present a bridal collection that acknowledges style aesthetics that many cultures have contributed to humanity.</em>"</p><p> </p><p>The first of four new looks is an embroidered satin gown with trumpet silhouette that is named after <strong>Queen Amina of Zaria, Nigeria</strong>. The gown is delicately hand embroidered with striking green leaves and gold flowers. Queen Amina launched a military expedition three months after coming to power and sustained a lengthy battle until her death. In her thirty-four year reign, she expanded the domain of Zazzua to its largest size ever.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Queen Nzingha Amazon of Matamba West Africa</strong> is represented with elaborate hand stitched gold and chocolate embroidery on bustier top and skirt made of white super cotton jacquard. This bridal ensemble is accessorized with a royal headpiece constructed of gold beads, glass pearls and rhinestone trim on a gold wire bed. The beaded floor length veil and statement necklace completes this royal look. Queen Nzingha Amazon was a tactical military leader who waged war against the Portuguese slave traders. This war lasted for more than thirty years. Nzingha was of Angoloan descent and is known as a symbol of inspiration for people across continental Africa.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Empress Candace of Ethiopia</strong> gown has champagne colored lace fabric that covers the body and cathedral train. Scalloped lace trim is stitched on dress bodice with crystal trim around neckline. One of the greatest generals of the ancient world was also the Empress of Ethiopia. This formidable African Queen was world famous as a military tactician and field commander. Legend has it that Alexander The Great could not entertain even the possibility of risking a defeat... by this woman.</p><p> </p><p>The fourth addition to the collection emulates <strong>Queen Consort Margherita</strong> of Savoy, Italy. This bridal attire has a peplum top and mermaid skirt made of beaded lace fabric embellished with silver rhinestone trim. Queen Margherita sponsored artists, writers and founded cultural institutions, notably the Societa del Quartetto, and the Casa di Dante. She was a benefactor of many charities, specifically the Red Cross.</p><p> </p><p>The Queen of the Brides collection was accessorized for dramatization during the couture fashion show. However, each dress can be styled for a more contemporary look and accompanied with an optional matching brides maids dress. <em>"This spring we are offering specials to brides who order matching bridal party dresses, gown accessories or statement jewelry pieces. We specialize in gown creations for themed weddings, and we have a reputation for creating custom ethnic fashions. We believe sharing cultural royalty is a significant way to pass on the legacy and heritage of family."</em> explains Kimma.<br /> <br /><br /><br /><br /></p></div>MANIERA Magazine Vol 1 Issue 5-January 2013https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/maniera-magazine-vol-1-issue-5-january-2013-12013-01-19T16:17:52.000Z2013-01-19T16:17:52.000ZThelma Layhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/ThelmaLay<div><p><span>Fabulous fashions from Beijing, swimwear from Brazil, animation from Australia, Gooey chocolate cakes from the UK, </span><span class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1358612144_0">Burlesque</span><span> from the USA, the human face of robotics, vintage shapewear and more! 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How sweet ;)https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/wearable-chocolate-how-sweet2012-04-02T15:20:33.000Z2012-04-02T15:20:33.000Zpekopekohttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/pekopeko<div><p>First time ever <a href="http://www.fashionnstyle.com/articles/1615/20120401/chocolate-couture-zurich-hosts-salon-du-chocolat.htm">Chocolate Couture</a>! </p><p>Every inch looking delicious <3 </p></div>Twelve Days of Trendy: Haute Chocolatehttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/twelve-days-of-trendy-haute-chocolate2011-12-15T18:00:36.000Z2011-12-15T18:00:36.000ZKelsey Mulveyhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/KelseyMulvey<div><p><a href="http://thetrendologist.blogspot.com/2011/12/twelve-days-of-trendy-haute-chocolate.html" target="_blank">'Tis the Season to be Trendy</a></p><p>For this trendy day, I show you lovely people my "Haute Chocolate" gift idea.</p></div>Why Gifting Chocolates Is Very Popular?https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/why-gifting-chocolates-is-very-popular2017-02-14T12:34:53.000Z2017-02-14T12:34:53.000ZScarlett Haydenhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/ScarlettHayden<div><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Today's scenario of celebration lies on modernizing events with high-class ambiance. Everyone is eager to celebrate any party, festival or achievement in a unique way to not only impress others but also for maintaining a good standard in society. Celebration can be of vary from small to a big one, but one thing remains the same which is happiness.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Apart from the feeling of happiness, gifts play a major role to enhance the excitement of any celebration especially in birthday parties and marriages which are the two most celebrated events in the world. But have you ever thought about the most popular gift? It's something like a sweet magic on the tongue with delicious taste. It is just chocolate but much more than only a sweet.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843715083,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3"><img width="750" class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843715083,original{{/staticFileLink}}" alt="8843715083?profile=original" /></font></a></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><strong><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">A Sweet Surprise: Chocolate</font></strong></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Chocolate is not just a name of sweetness; it is the most precious gift for all the chocolate lovers. From many years, the trade of chocolate os on peek and definitely in future this marketing status of every kind of chocolate (dark, milk and white) will get better. All credit goes to its delicious flavor of cocoa which is a source of flavonoids and alkaloids.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><strong><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Gifting Chocolates</font></strong></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Chocolate has become a very popular beverage and sweet in the vast world. It is available in all forms. So many brands are producing chocolates to serve people. <br /></font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Chocolate can make you addicted by it's the perfect blend of cream, milk, and cocoa. These three mixes are best to make a perfect combo. All the brands serve the consumer and leave it's taste.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><br /><br /></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><br /><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843715279,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843715279,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="600" alt="8843715279?profile=original" /></a></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Due to this quality of chocolates, it has become the most popular gift for birthdays, festivals, family gatherings and another kind of celebrations. Even chocolate days are celebrated to enhance it's presence.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3"><a href="https://edelweisschocolates.com/" target="_blank">Handmade Chocolates gifts</a> get more viral during February when some special youth based days cherishes the lives. Valentines and chocolate day are two famous days for buying and gifting chocolates.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Chocolate is the most consumed sweet among all which has the quality of controlling sugar and it also works sometimes as a mood uplifted. It is used as fillers, deserts and stuffed with various items.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">It is not only famous for its taste but also for beautifully designed looks. Every producer of chocolates wants to be in the market, and that's why every chocolate industry focuses on the presentation. Different attractive looks of chocolates enhance it's credibility and makes a good impression on consumer's mind.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><font style="font-size:12pt;" size="3">Now a days, gifting chocolates have become a trend, and that's why people are most often buying chocolates rather than other materials.</font></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><br /><br /></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><br /><br /></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><br /><br /></p><p class="western" style="margin-bottom:.35cm;line-height:115%;" align="justify" lang="en-us" xml:lang="en-us"><br /><br /></p></div>What Is Your Chocolate Personality?https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/what-is-your-chocolate-personality2015-03-13T05:59:01.000Z2015-03-13T05:59:01.000Zcelinewilsonhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/celinewilson<div><p align="justify">Life is similar to a crate of chocolates. Truly? Individuals are the chocolates and life is the container. Do you like chocolate? Would you consume numerous types, or do you have a most loved sort? It is safe to say that you are a chocolate individual lasting through the year, or do you have mind-sets or chocolate seasons?</p><p align="justify">Is it true that you are an enthusiast of covered fruit chocolate or dark chocolate or the white one ? Whether you lean toward dull, white, or milk chocolate, you ought to realize that your decision uncovers a considerable measure about your identity.</p><p align="justify"><b>If you Like Chocolate Covered Fruit-</b> Individuals who pick the <a href="http://www.giftblooms.com/USA/Chocolate-Delivery"><b>chocolate delivery</b></a> of creme-filled treats frequently have a good sense of humor. Chocolate Covered Fruit sweethearts are open about their musings and sentiments and other individuals are effortlessly attracted to them</p><p align="justify">Chocolate is more than only a sweet treat. The numerous sorts and flavors loan to its adaptability and make it the principle fixing in sauces, beverages, sweets, and characteristic cures. Chocolate has ended up being an important piece of any festival, and with unlimited alternatives and mixes, you are certain to discover something that will please everybody on your blessing giving rundown</p><p align="justify"><b>If You Like Dark Chocolate-</b> Lovers of the dark chocolate are advancely sophisticated. They have solid conclusions and have a tendency to get emotional. Dark <b>chocolate delivery</b> significant others are overwhelming and definitive. They cherish individuals and have solid connections.</p><p align="justify"><b>If You Like</b> <a href="http://www.giftblooms.com/USA/Gourmet-Chocolate-Delivery"><b>Gourmet Chocolate</b></a>: Gourmet chocolates, could there be much else debauched? There is simply something about the way is melts in your mouth, thick yet to a great degree smooth. Individuals who favor gourmet chocolate are content and indiscreet. They regularly have high respect toward oneself and are considered daredevil. Gourmet chocolate partners genial and effortlessly fulfilled.</p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}8843452462,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img class="align-center" src="{{#staticFileLink}}8843452462,original{{/staticFileLink}}" height="285" width="500" alt="8843452462?profile=original" /></a></p><p align="justify"><b>If You Like Kosher Chocolate-</b> In numerous personalities, eating methodologies and chocolates simply don't blend, period. Truth be told, chocolates are loaded with calories, which is strange to the idea of an eating methodology - a weight reduction eat less, that is. Be that as it may did you realize that there is an eating methodology including chocolate that purportedly makes for a skinnier, slimmer and sexier you? Yes, and it is known as the Chocolate Diet.</p><p align="justify">Individuals who like such chocolate have a feeling of dated ethicalness. They are reflective and regularly excessively disparaging of themselves. They normally have a little circle of close companions; connections are vital to them, yet they now and then judge everyone around them too brutally.</p><p align="justify"><b>If You Like Milk Chocolate-</b> Individuals who like milk chocolate are smooth; they regularly take the path of least resistance. Milk chocolate mates are likewise savvy and numerous adoration to be the inside of consideration. They are sentimental and flourish in long haul connections as a result of their adaptable natures.</p><p align="justify"><b>If You Like</b> <a href="http://www.giftblooms.com/USA/White-Chocolate-Delivery"><b>White Chocolate</b></a><b>-</b> Individuals who favor white chocolate are innovative. They frequently are discovered wandering off in fantasy land and can put on a show of being flaky to individuals who don't have any acquaintance with them well. White chocolate darlings like to walk to the thump they could call their own drums. They are regularly thoughtful.</p><p></p><p></p><p> </p></div>New Blog Post "Wish Every Day was Christmas!" (festive street fair in Hong Kong) NOW up on La Mode by GV Miao Fashion Bloghttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/new-blog-post-wish-every-day-was-christmas-festive-street-fair-in2015-02-02T12:00:00.000Z2015-02-02T12:00:00.000ZVicki Victoire Gwen Vikkey Miaohttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/VickiVictoireGwenVikkeyMiao<div><p>New blog post “Wish Every Day was Christmas!” NOW up on <a href="http://la-mode-by.gvmiao.com/2015/02/wish-every-day-was-christmas/">La Mode by GV Miao fashion blog</a>:</p><p>Arrrggghhh! I know I have literally had difficulties getting over my prolonged holiday mentality after the Christmas and New Year breaks but what can I do? Who said we cannot keep the holiday cheer alive all year long? Okay anyway I am so not ready to go back to reality, I may as well indulge myself in staying in wonderland a bit longer, mentally though. I paid my first visit to a snowless white Christmas market here in Hong Kong, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SwireXmasFair">White Christmas Street Fair 2014</a> as whimsical, playful and colorful as <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice_in_Wonderland_%282010_film%29">Alice in Wonderland</a> and as delicious as <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Willy_Wonka_%26_the_Chocolate_Factory">Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory</a> hearty with phenomenal goodies – edibles, luscious sweets jewelry, luxury aromatherapy products, adorable homewares, festive decors, all you can eat, shop and enjoy. I allow my thoughts to revolve around this little slice of paradise, which already makes me feel more at ease with my stressful life. Let me take you on a photo walk through this big fun party. I am sure that will make you wish it were Christmas every day.</p><p>PS <a href="http://www.jenbrial.com/">JenBrial Patisserie</a> (sweets jewelry brand as mentioned in the post) has launched their first freestanding store this month. 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Concepts can range from colors, shape texture and a combination of everything that the creative mind can conceive. This season TeKay Designs, a couture studio based in Houston Texas, presented Queen of the Brides, a collection of gowns with accessories that are historic and have a cultural significance.</p><table border="0" cellspacing="5" width="693"><tbody><tr><td align="center" valign="middle" width="359"><object codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0" height="320" width="480" data="http://static.ning.com/socialnetworkmain/widgets/lib/js/tiny_mce/plugins/media/moxieplayer.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="never" ></param><param name="allowNetworking" value="internal" ></param><param name="movie" value="http://static.ning.com/socialnetworkmain/widgets/lib/js/tiny_mce/plugins/media/moxieplayer.swf" ></param><param name="flashvars" value="url=http%3A//www.queenofthebrides.com/video-media/Queen-of-the-Brides-NYFW.mp4&poster=http%3A//www.queenofthebrides.com/video-media/Queen-of-the-Brides-NYFW.jpg" ></param><param name="" value="" ></param><param name="wmode" value="opaque" ></param><embed wmode="opaque" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://static.ning.com/socialnetworkmain/widgets/lib/js/tiny_mce/plugins/media/moxieplayer.swf" flashvars="url=http%3A//www.queenofthebrides.com/video-media/Queen-of-the-Brides-NYFW.mp4&poster=http%3A//www.queenofthebrides.com/video-media/Queen-of-the-Brides-NYFW.jpg" allowscriptaccess="never" height="320" width="480" allownetworking="internal"></embed> </object><br /> <br />Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Please update<br />your browser to view this media content.</td><td class="Body-Text" align="left" valign="top" width="310"><br /> TeKay's presentation opened with an acoustic chorus sound track, chromatic luminance and a branded light projection. Ethnic diversity was applied to model selection; as each model graced the catwalk with authoritarian elegance. But not without a subtle 'vogue pose' here and there. While some gowns are accented with colorful embroidery, other gowns cast an angelic shimmer of beading as a decorative finish. The Queen of the Brides collection represents inspirational women of royalty from various cultures<br />throughout history. The collection exemplifies cultures, as each gown represents a woman of royalty<br />who has left an indelible mark on humanity.</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table align="right" border="0" cellspacing="0" width="300"><caption class="Captions"><font face="Helvetica, Arial,<br ></font></font>sans-serif"><br /></font><br /><span class="font-size-1"><span id="caption">New York Fashion Week presentation<br /><br /></span></span></caption><tbody><tr><td align="center" valign="middle"><center><object codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0" height="533" width="300" data="http://www.queenofthebrides.com/video-media/slideshow/soundslider.swf?size=2&format=xml" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="never" ></param><param name="allowNetworking" value="internal" ></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="false" ></param><param name="movie" value="http://www.queenofthebrides.com/video-media/slideshow/soundslider.swf?size=2&format=xml" ></param><param name="" value="" ></param><embed wmode="opaque" id="soundslider" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://www.queenofthebrides.com/video-media/slideshow/soundslider.swf?size=2&format=xml" allowscriptaccess="never" height="533" width="300" allownetworking="internal"></embed> <param name="wmode" value="opaque" ></param></object></center></td></tr></tbody></table><p>"<em>Each season new gowns are added to this collection"</em> explains Kimma Wreh, Fashion Designer and Creative Director for TeKay Designs. <em>"Women of royalty are represented from all over the globe through these gowns. Places such as Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East. The gowns express cultural themes that resonate with many ethnic groups. This is why it was important for Queen of the Brides collection to be presented in New York City. New York is a melting pot of cultures and I am proud to present a bridal collection that acknowledges style aesthetics that many cultures have contributed to humanity.</em>"</p><p> </p><p>The first of four new looks is an embroidered satin gown with trumpet silhouette that is named after <strong>Queen Amina of Zaria, Nigeria</strong>. The gown is delicately hand embroidered with striking green leaves and gold flowers. Queen Amina launched a military expedition three months after coming to power and sustained a lengthy battle until her death. In her thirty-four year reign, she expanded the domain of Zazzua to its largest size ever.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Queen Nzingha Amazon of Matamba West Africa</strong> is represented with elaborate hand stitched gold and chocolate embroidery on bustier top and skirt made of white super cotton jacquard. This bridal ensemble is accessorized with a royal headpiece constructed of gold beads, glass pearls and rhinestone trim on a gold wire bed. The beaded floor length veil and statement necklace completes this royal look. Queen Nzingha Amazon was a tactical military leader who waged war against the Portuguese slave traders. This war lasted for more than thirty years. Nzingha was of Angoloan descent and is known as a symbol of inspiration for people across continental Africa.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Empress Candace of Ethiopia</strong> gown has champagne colored lace fabric that covers the body and cathedral train. Scalloped lace trim is stitched on dress bodice with crystal trim around neckline. One of the greatest generals of the ancient world was also the Empress of Ethiopia. This formidable African Queen was world famous as a military tactician and field commander. Legend has it that Alexander The Great could not entertain even the possibility of risking a defeat... by this woman.</p><p> </p><p>The fourth addition to the collection emulates <strong>Queen Consort Margherita</strong> of Savoy, Italy. This bridal attire has a peplum top and mermaid skirt made of beaded lace fabric embellished with silver rhinestone trim. Queen Margherita sponsored artists, writers and founded cultural institutions, notably the Societa del Quartetto, and the Casa di Dante. She was a benefactor of many charities, specifically the Red Cross.</p><p> </p><p>The Queen of the Brides collection was accessorized for dramatization during the couture fashion show. However, each dress can be styled for a more contemporary look and accompanied with an optional matching brides maids dress. <em>"This spring we are offering specials to brides who order matching bridal party dresses, gown accessories or statement jewelry pieces. We specialize in gown creations for themed weddings, and we have a reputation for creating custom ethnic fashions. We believe sharing cultural royalty is a significant way to pass on the legacy and heritage of family."</em> explains Kimma.<br /> <br /><br /><br /><br /></p></div>MANIERA Magazine looking for contributors!https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/maniera-magazine-looking-for-contributors2013-01-25T01:58:31.000Z2013-01-25T01:58:31.000ZThelma Layhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/ThelmaLay<div><p><b id="internal-source-marker_0.5621773723978549"><span>Our readership has been steadily increasing over the last few months, and we have a readership that crosses the globe and is, just like our editorial team, truly international.</span><br /><span>We look forward 2013 with excitement and one of our goals is to get you, the reader, more involved in the content of the magazine. We want to hear from you! Do you have an idea for a feature? Are you a writer and would like to contribute to our magazine or website? Are you an artist or photographer or know one you would like to see in our magazine? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, please get in touch with us with your ideas. We are forever grateful for your support.</span><br /><br /><span>To contribute or suggest a feature, contact us at </span><a href="mailto:editor@mymaniera.com"><span>editor@mymaniera.com</span></a><span>.</span></b></p><p><b><div><object style="width:420px;height:285px;" width="320" height="240" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0" data="http://static.issuu.com/webembed/viewers/style1/v1/IssuuViewer.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="never" ></param><param name="allowNetworking" value="internal" ></param><param name="" value="" ></param><param name="movie" value="http://static.issuu.com/webembed/viewers/style1/v1/IssuuViewer.swf" ></param><param name="flashvars" value="mode=embed&layout=http%3A%2F%2Fskin.issuu.com%2Fv%2Flight%2Flayout.xml&showFlipBtn=true&documentId=130117014353-c757f91aad86485bae03bb4cf72fd2c4&docName=maniera_-_vol1issue5&username=maniera&loadingInfoText=MANIERA%20Magazine%20Vol%201%20Issue%205&et=1359079009559&er=66" ></param><embed wmode="opaque" style="width:420px;height:285px;" width="320" height="240" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://static.issuu.com/webembed/viewers/style1/v1/IssuuViewer.swf" allowscriptaccess="never" flashvars="mode=embed&layout=http%3A%2F%2Fskin.issuu.com%2Fv%2Flight%2Flayout.xml&showFlipBtn=true&documentId=130117014353-c757f91aad86485bae03bb4cf72fd2c4&docName=maniera_-_vol1issue5&username=maniera&loadingInfoText=MANIERA%20Magazine%20Vol%201%20Issue%205&et=1359079009559&er=66" allownetworking="internal"></embed> <param name="wmode" value="opaque" ></param></object><div style="width:420px;text-align:left;"><a href="http://issuu.com/maniera/docs/maniera_-_vol1issue5?mode=embed&amp;layout=http%3A%2F%2Fskin.issuu.com%2Fv%2Flight%2Flayout.xml&amp;showFlipBtn=true" target="_blank">Open publication</a> - Free <a href="http://issuu.com" target="_blank">publishing</a> - <a href="http://issuu.com/search?q=burlesque" target="_blank">More burlesque</a></div></div></b></p></div>MANIERA Magazine Vol 1 Issue 5-January 2013https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/maniera-magazine-vol-1-issue-5-january-2013-12013-01-19T16:17:52.000Z2013-01-19T16:17:52.000ZThelma Layhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/ThelmaLay<div><p><span>Fabulous fashions from Beijing, swimwear from Brazil, animation from Australia, Gooey chocolate cakes from the UK, </span><span class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1358612144_0">Burlesque</span><span> from the USA, the human face of robotics, vintage shapewear and more! Check out the latest edition of the real life MANIERA</span><br /><a href="http://mymaniera.com/" target="_blank" id="yui_3_7_2_1_1358612093228_3115"><span class="yshortcuts" id="lw_1358612144_1">http://mymaniera.com</span></a></p><p><div><object style="width:420px;height:285px;" width="320" height="240" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0" data="http://static.issuu.com/webembed/viewers/style1/v1/IssuuViewer.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash"><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="never" ></param><param name="allowNetworking" value="internal" ></param><param name="" value="" ></param><param name="movie" value="http://static.issuu.com/webembed/viewers/style1/v1/IssuuViewer.swf" ></param><param name="flashvars" value="mode=embed&layout=http%3A%2F%2Fskin.issuu.com%2Fv%2Flight%2Flayout.xml&showFlipBtn=true&documentId=130117014353-c757f91aad86485bae03bb4cf72fd2c4&docName=maniera_-_vol1issue5&username=maniera&loadingInfoText=MANIERA%20Magazine%20Vol%201%20Issue%205&et=1358612198307&er=8" ></param><embed wmode="opaque" style="width:420px;height:285px;" width="320" height="240" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://static.issuu.com/webembed/viewers/style1/v1/IssuuViewer.swf" allowscriptaccess="never" flashvars="mode=embed&layout=http%3A%2F%2Fskin.issuu.com%2Fv%2Flight%2Flayout.xml&showFlipBtn=true&documentId=130117014353-c757f91aad86485bae03bb4cf72fd2c4&docName=maniera_-_vol1issue5&username=maniera&loadingInfoText=MANIERA%20Magazine%20Vol%201%20Issue%205&et=1358612198307&er=8" allownetworking="internal"></embed> <param name="wmode" value="opaque" ></param></object><div style="width:420px;text-align:left;"><a href="http://issuu.com/maniera/docs/maniera_-_vol1issue5?mode=embed&amp;layout=http%3A%2F%2Fskin.issuu.com%2Fv%2Flight%2Flayout.xml&amp;showFlipBtn=true" target="_blank">Open publication</a> - Free <a href="http://issuu.com" target="_blank">publishing</a> - <a href="http://issuu.com/search?q=burlesque" target="_blank">More burlesque</a></div></div></p></div>Wearable Chocolate? How sweet ;)https://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/wearable-chocolate-how-sweet2012-04-02T15:20:33.000Z2012-04-02T15:20:33.000Zpekopekohttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/pekopeko<div><p>First time ever <a href="http://www.fashionnstyle.com/articles/1615/20120401/chocolate-couture-zurich-hosts-salon-du-chocolat.htm">Chocolate Couture</a>! </p><p>Every inch looking delicious <3 </p></div>Twelve Days of Trendy: Haute Chocolatehttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/profiles/blogs/twelve-days-of-trendy-haute-chocolate2011-12-15T18:00:36.000Z2011-12-15T18:00:36.000ZKelsey Mulveyhttps://www.fashionindustrynetwork.com/members/KelseyMulvey<div><p><a href="http://thetrendologist.blogspot.com/2011/12/twelve-days-of-trendy-haute-chocolate.html" target="_blank">'Tis the Season to be Trendy</a></p><p>For this trendy day, I show you lovely people my "Haute Chocolate" gift idea.</p></div>