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Doing our Part in Reweaving America. Are You?

Let’s start with some alarming facts about the American textile industry:

  • Over the past ten years, more than 5.5 million manufacturing jobs have been lost in the U.S. since 2001 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics
  • In 2008, there were fewer than 500,000 wage and salary workers in the textile, textile product and apparel manufacturing jobs in the U.S.
  • More than 40,000 U.S. manufacturing plants closed their doors in 2008 alone
  • Only about 11 million people still make things in the US wh
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Sultry Beach Wedding Dress Style

Even though beach wedding dresses tend to be on the casual side doesn’t mean they can’t be sexy as well. Make sure your dress is perfect for the hot weather and salty air by choosing styles that not only complement your figure, but are also made with fabrics that allow you to breath and move. Two specific styles, a strapless and a backless wedding dress combine your need to be beach appropriate and sexy.

 

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The do’s and don’ts of attaining a sexy beach wedding dress are simple—stay away from big fo

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Who wore it best?

We were all crazy for the royal wedding, especially the wedding party dresses, like Pippa Middleton’s white satin bridesmaid dress. It reminds us of the similar dress Carmeron Diaz had ever worn before. Let’s check.

Cameron Diaz

Back in 2009, Cameron Diaz teamed this hot red Alexander McQueen gown with vertiginous Salvatore Ferragamo heels and an up do for the Golden Globes - and won critical approval for her bared-back, sexed up style.

Pippa Middleton

So who would've believed that, two years later,
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70s Fever: Maxi Skirt + Chunky Platforms

People’s love affair with the summer maxi dress is well established, and now the ankle-grazing look is getting more popular with platform heels for a 70s fever. Celebrity dresses are good examples. And street stylists are vibing the trend.

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Rachel Zoe's comfy, jersey-knit (I think) skirt-and-shirt combo could be worn year-round, no? The celebrity stylist has long been vibing the boho '70s, and this look is no exception. I especially love the off-shoulder sleeves and chunky metallic platforms.

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Polka Dot Maxi Dress

Singer Gwen Stefani nearly upstaged the bride when she showed up to a pal's nuptials recently. It's not hard to see why. The singer rocked one of the most iconic of patterns — the polka dot — on a perfectly on-trend maxi dress. Luckily, you don't have to have an A-list budget to look as stunning in spots. We've rounded up some of the season's cutest, most affordable dotted dresses below. You can look as glamorous as she does and get the celebrity dresses that fit your budget.

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The transparent str

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Royal Wedding: the Best or Worst Dressed 2

The craziness surrounding the royal wedding is finally over. Now let’s look back at who wore what on the big day. From Victoria Beckham's elegant ensemble to Pippa Middleton's attention-getting Alexander McQueen, it’s time to check out who wowed and who made us ask 'why?!' at the royal wedding. These celebrity dresses provide good suggestions for us when shopping.

Queen Elizabeth II

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The betting was on to see whether Queen Elizabeth II would wear blue, as she did to Charles and Diana's wedding, or

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Comfortable but Chic! Pregnancy Style

Oh, mama! The weather is warming up, and the baby bumps are coming out. See how the moms-to-be are staying cool with maternity dresses for special occasions during party season. Hint: keep it uber-comfortable yet chic.

On the royal wedding, Victoria wore a tres chic dress of her own design—the voluminous navy blue frock expertly hiding her baby bump—paired with sky-high heels as expected.

Try this sweetheart maternity gown for premieres, parties and those special occasions when you want vintage st
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On trend: Shorts! Shorties!

It’s time to pull out all the short stops, ladies! The mid-season slump is in full effect and ready to hold you back from some serious trend spotting, so none of that” I’d rather not let my pasty, winter worn legs rejoin society this season” foolishness. Stop being a spring chicken and let those gams see some sun! Lucky for you, the spring collections are teeming with cute shorties to take inspiration from. Here’re some picks which may be suggestions for you when shopping on the clothing stores.

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Flattering! The Right Bridal Style 1

Your bridal gown will probably be the single most expensive dress that you will ever purchase. Regardless of price, you want the wedding gown to look and make you feel beautiful. You'll want a gown that flatters your height, weight and body type. A gown that will accentuates your best features! If you're not sure of what style bridal gown would look best on you, below we've listed some of the popular styles and body types that looks best:

A-Line

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The A-Line dress has a fitted bodice which graduall

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4 Fashion Tips – 2011

Today, I’ll share you 4 fashion tips of this year. As a fashionista, you should not miss them.

 

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Polka Dots

Timeless polka dots have returned this season. Artistic is the polka dots’ trend this season. If you want to be nostalgic, you can wear a frill skirt with polka dots. In this way, your temperament changes in an instant.

 

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Floral Print

This season, geometric floral print and retro floral print are still popular. Such visual aesthetics that well designed and calculated by designers can make an i

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Do you know your ordinary dresses can be changed into party dresses if you add some accessories to them? We have shared 4 tips before. Today, I’ll share the 2 remaining ones. Now, let’s draw inspiration from some celebrity dresses.

Tip 5: Renew the Knit Little Black DressLook at the little black dress Vera Wang wears now. It looks like the knit dress if you remove the necklace and stockings.To change the little black dress which you wear to work into one you wear to a winter party, a pair of tran
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Choose a White Prom Dress to Get Noticed

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White color is neat, pure, elegant, graceful and feminine. Formerly reserved for formal summer events, white prom dresses are now a popular choice for any season.

It is no surprise that white prom dresses have become a popular choice for every woman around the world. Of course, there is a wide selection of prom dresses of different colors to choose from. However, white is the only color one can get a pure elegant look.

So, if you want to get noticed, white prom dress is the best choice.

Depending o

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Looking Amazing with a Black Prom Dress

 

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Doubtless, black color is timeless, versatile and classic. That’s why a black dress is so popular.

You can wear a black dress for any place and occasion. It is the easiest way to look chic without giving a second thought. Black dress is also a very good savior if getting nothing to wear.

Right now prom 2011 is coming near. Women are again in the thought process of what to wear. This prom, once more has brought many new dress styles, colors and design for women but black prom dress is evergreen. S

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1213-5-165x300.pngToday, I’ll share some fashion elements for you to dress like a celebrity. Now, let’s draw inspiration from some celebrity dresses.

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Fashion Element: boyfriend’s suit

Boyfriend’s suit is becoming a hot trend among fashionable women. It is more suitable for tall women. Paired with the trousers, you’ll look capable and stylish in this outfit.

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Fashion Element: leopard print

Among fashion elements, wildness makes leopard print stand out. Undoubtedly, warmth shown by leopard print is very suitable in wi

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How to Look Shining at Year-end Parties?

Year end is coming, so it’s year-end party time again!Want to look shining and eye-catching at year-end parties? Spangles will help you. Now, let’s draw inspiration from celebrity dresses.The wine red dress that Carey Mulligan is wearing now is covered with spangles, which makes the dress look shining and gorgeous. Badge design on the neck adds some luxurious, aulic touch. And its sleeves are removable so that you can dress 2 different styles. However, her crimson chamois short boots are a bit d
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Tips for You to Cosplay Naruto

Naruto anime/manga has been very popular for years. When it comes to picking a character for cosplay, Naruto anime fans always have a wide selection.

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The Naruto costumes always make your cosplay easy. Different roles in Naruto have different clothes. It is suggested that you go to online clothing store to get them.

If you want your Naruto cosplay a standout at the show, remember to pick your Naruto's headband, cosplay wig and sandals carefully.

The leaf village headband can be seen on most roles in

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How to Wear Ripped Stockings

In the past, wearing ripped stockings would be considered a faux pas. However, ripped stockings are becoming popular this season. The ripped stockings can change the ensemble and be eye-catching. How to wear them? Let’s draw inspiration from some celebrity dresses.Lady Gaga pairs her black one-piece suit with a pair of ripped fishnet stockings. And her black leather coat worn over the one-piece suit as well as her black boots make her look stylish and cool. The ensemble demonstrates a rebellious
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How to Choose Your Down Jacket?

As the cold winter approaches, many clothing stores have launched a wide selection of down jackets. As we know, downjackets are thick and fluffy. So, how to choose a down jacket that cannot only keep you warm but also make you look slim?

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The shiny black patent leather down jacket is of a safe style. It is especially suitable for those girls who have wide shoulders, as it won’tmake your shoulders look wider. And longitudinal lines can make youlook slender.

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This kind of mid-long down jacket is not s

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Are you satisfied with weekly update of the hot broadcast Gossip Girl Season 4? Today, I’ll share you some latestbeautiful costumes in it. Now, let’s draw inspiration from these celebrity dresses.11.29-1-01-131x300.jpg

As shown in the above picture, “S” wears a gorgeous, mysterious, elegant purple evening dress and hold in her hand a mask. What party is she going to?

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School style dress clothesare also gossip girls’ main styles. The modena (which is close to winered color) vertical stripe suit with fine lock-stitching i

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Draw Inspiration from the Post-90s Fashion New Powers

In the fashion industry, youth is half the battle. It’s better to be famous before it’s too late. Today, let’s drawinspiration from some post-90s fashion new powers’ celebrity dresses.11.29-2-01.jpg
Although Little J, former child actor, is not a leading role in Gossip Girl,she is also eye-catching, especially in her dressing. Her exaggeratedsmoky eyes and super sexy short dress, silk stockings as well as Punkstyle are distinctive.
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The imitative second-hand T-shirt is the highlight of the outfit. And the punk b
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