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Today there was a grand opening to the newest Wally World in the area so I figured what the hell and went to see what of course was yet another same old Wal-Mart. Of course since it was the first day there were people giving out free shit like ice cream, energy drink, and even beef jerky.That is freaking awesome man,free beef jerky is like getting a free blowjob on a hookers first day on the job.It’s really a cool thing to walk up and be able to eat beef jerky in the store without being called a thief.

Back to my story,there was a couple stands set up outside,but what I saw next to them almost made me want to go into Wal-Mart,buy a sledge hammer, and come out swinging it like a mad man. I saw a Diet Pepsi truck, but not just any old Diet Pepsi truck. This was a Jet Black truck with fucking spinners on it. Yes,fucking spinners on the pepsi truck. Not only that,but the truck had two huge sets of speakers on each side of it. They were all blasting shitty music through the whole parking lot. It was a really shitty moment for me.

This terrible moment in the parking lot leads people to believe they will be “Hip” and “Cool” by drinking Diet Pepsi. Hell P Diddy did the ad so it must be cool right? Let me level with you, P. Diddy drinks loads of alcohol and bangs hos all day, the only reason he did an ad for Diet Pepsi is because they paid the mother fucker enough. Not only that,but Diet Pepsi tastes like regular Pepsi, minus all of the flavor it has.

People will never get it,there’s no such thing as a diet cola that tastes just like the other stuff. If you want the good shit you’re just going to have to drink it and risk being a fat bitch the rest of your life. That and risk losing your teeth. So lets just face it,Diet Pepsi is not cool,it’s not good,and it damn sure won’t get you any action if a girl drinks too much of it.Is there any reason to even buy this shit?

About the Author

The Epic is owner and founder of a personal site called The Epic Zone at theepiczone.com

It was the tired chiming of a well-loved mantel clock whose batteries were in need of replacement that reminded me of how precious time truly is, how it marches on even when one is at a standstill in life. Strange that a sound that for so many years had always brought a feeling of comfort could bring such a urgent feeling of unfulfillment. Once a pleasant sound that I was able to keep up with, which had beat strongly in time with me, ticking to the many changes in my new life after the divorce and following me to the many different homes as I began an exciting life as newly single, then once again in a committed relationship. Now, the chiming seemed a haunting reminder of the many dreams that I had yet to carry through.

How is it that a mere four years earlier I had felt so young and confident in my new life, certain in my conviction that I was moving forward, striving towards a goal of independence. Why is it that I am feeling so worn out and unsure of myself these days? Perhaps it is because each morning when I look in the mirror I do not recognize that drawn face, having lost myself to the many needs of my family, those who I love completely and almost to a fault. Daily I willingly do for them just what they need and expect of me. Perhaps I need to reflect on what it is that I need for myself.

Certainly, I cannot get enough of my beautiful, sweet grandson, soon to be a year old, (and how can it be that a year has passed so soon?) But, while babysitting him, at times a guilt creeps in telling me that I need to be more productive at work. True, it is fortunate that I have a career that enables me to work at an office at home, wise I was that I chose this path so that I could be there for my daughters while they were growing up, so why not do the same with my dear little grandson?

Time, is the reason. Time has stolen my youth and left behind a little nuisance called aging. At age 46 I just do not have the stamina that I used to have. How can that be, when just a few years ago I was energetically starting out in a new life, dating and socializing. The past several years had been a whirlwind of nonstop drama while raising two teenage daughters who suffered much following an emotional divorce and falling completely in love with an intelligent, generous, albeit complex and difficult man. While outwardly I had maintained an optimistic outlook regarding the turmoil of that divorce, inside I felt a huge guilt and enormous pain at the ending of a 20 year marriage. All of that has deeply adhered to my inner self, taking its toll on me.

This past year alone, in disbelief, I have watched my oldest daughter become a capable loving mother. I say disbelief because it feels like only last week that it was I becoming that same loving mother, cradling my precious daughter in my arms for the first time as I rocked her quietly in the night. After becoming a grandmother I know for the first time just what that phrase ‘time is fleeting’ means. Yes, this past year has brought many occasions for me to feel that clock ticking faster, as well as hear it. My youngest daughter has gone away to a University, finding her own way on a large campus in Chicago, confidently juggling the train, taxi’s, work and college schedules. How can it be that this is the same little girl who cried broken heartedly when she struggled with her tap dancing. I am proud beyond words that my daughters are becoming successful in the paths that they have chosen. I like to think that I had some part in them turning out to the confident, smart, lovely and grounded young women that they are.

Now, the time has come for me to turn my attention to myself. I have known that I need to do this for quite a while, but have not made a concerted effort to make the time to really think extensively about what it is I want to do for myself, which dreams I want to hold on to and which ones to let go. Perhaps in doing so, I will move forward, gaining a new vitality and energy in this second phase of my life. In doing so I hope to become a more vibrant woman, better armed for all the many demands that those that I love dearly place on my.

But first, I must replace those batteries in the mantel clock so that it will return to its original performance, steadfast in keeping time to the rapid pace of my new beginning

With recent advances in skincare products using peptide technology, consumers no longer have to rely on cosmetic procedures for youthful-looking skin

It’s the latest star to join the anti-ageing arsenal, and you don’t have to visit your cosmetic surgeon to get it. Products using the latest in peptide technology are changing the face of skincare as we know it.

Peptides are chains of naturally occurring amino acids, building blocks of proteins that stimulate the production of collagen, the lack of which is one of the major causes of ageing skin. As we grow older, collagen production slows down, resulting in a loss of skin elasticity and a decrease in the skin’s ability to hold moisture as the protein-based collagen-elastin network weakens over time. As the levels of proteins in the skin decline, lines and wrinkles become more visible. Peptides, and the proteins they make up, trick older skin into producing collagen along with hyaluronic acid - another key factor in providing moisture to the skin - in order to repair itself like younger skin. This results in a plumping effect and a smoother, softer and younger looking complexion.

Because peptide molecules in products are small enough to penetrate the top layer of the skin versus their topical collagen and elastin cream counterparts, they are not only able to target collagen-producing cells to stimulate regeneration from the bottom up, but will also work on the surface layers of the skin to repair fine lines and wrinkles caused by sun damage.

Virtually every skin type and colour can tolerate peptides because they are found naturally in the body. And compared to Retinol-based products, they cause little or no irritation, nor do they cause any sun sensitivity.

In Canada, companies such as VitalScience and their Dermaglow NuVectin line (launched as Pro-Peptide in the UK), which includes products such as Advanced Wrinkle Therapy and Advanced Eye Therapy, have made use of peptides in their products by combining skin firming agents, hydrators, and skin elasticizers with the power of peptide Palmitoyl Oligopeptide - a peptide that acts as a messenger to increase the repair activity of the collagen-producing cells - along with Acetyl Hexapeptide-3, a peptide that works to relax facial muscles allowing the skin on top of the muscles to relax as well.

Participants in a clinical study saw an up to 50% reduction in the depth of their wrinkles and fine lines and a 4% increase in the thickness of their skin after using the products continuously over a two to four month period. Participants also saw a 32% reduction in under-eye bags, a 40% increase in lip volume, and a dramatic improvement in the smoothness of their skin, all contributing to a younger looking appearance.

“This technology makes anti-aging treatments available to anyone who has reservations about toxic injections and cosmetic surgery,” says Calvin Davies, research pharmacist M.R.P.S. M.Sc. “The results are really very remarkable.”

Laura Klayman, a 59-year-old Toronto-based writer, has been using over-the-counter products containing peptides for the past four months and has seen positive results. “I did notice a lifting and tightening effect especially around my eyes,” she explained. “The lines around that area have pretty much diminished.”

As peptides are generally more reparative than preventative, a good time to start using peptide products is at around age 30. However, if you’ve been negligent about applying daily sunscreen, start earlier to repair that damage. These products should generally be used day and night for maximum benefit.

Global warming and the recession, these double threats have passed by the Alps, at least for this Christmas. But it may have been so wholly contrary. Ahead of the holidays ski resorts in the La Mongie locale were isolated when snow storms came down. Road passes such as the crowded Col du Les Trois Vallees were cut. In that location there was no mains or telephone lines, locals had to be evacuated to pro tem accommodation, it seemed as though it were the repeat of 1996.

It appears that all publicity is good publicity. Super Besse appeared every evening on the French news. As soon as mains was fixed bookings started to pour in, attracted by the superior conditions.

La Clusaz and nearby Grand Massif lay claim to virtually 5 feet base on the upper areas at 2200 m alt. and 2.1 metres at the end of the runs. Presently a record for the French Alps. Chastreix-Sancy states there is three m at the top of the resort. Alas an avalanche has swept away a pylon of the drag lift that serves the domain. It will be broken until mid Jan.

In other places in the Alps inquiries are up 15% in Hautacam, Alpe d Huez and Plateau de Beille. Les Houches has 99.8% tenancy and traded a record breaking number of passes on Friday. That is great for luxury ski chalets and large snowboarding companies.

Copyright Victoria Elizabeth 2005.

For Immediate Release - March 9, 2005

VICTORIA TO HOST FIRST ANNUAL “FEAST OF FOOLS”!

VICTORIA — The capital of British Columbia will play host on April 1, 2005 to the 1st Annual “Feast of Fools”, in honor of the city’s most coveted award as a “Cultural Capital” of Canada, and a disparaging shortage of greeting cards to celebrate “All Fools Day”!

Organized by F.O.P.S. (the Fools on Parade Society), this festive folly will raise awareness of and support for the valuable and vital role performed by the fool in our society.

President of FOPS, Pierre Buldoo (CEO of PinkElephants2go.com, a newly-minted, jest-in-time technology firm of nerds and noodleheads) stated in an interview, “We stand behind this event because it exemplifies the saucy spirit of all those who make this ‘Land of Flakes, Fruitcakes and Nutbars’ home.”

FOPS event coordinator, Iona Buttsworth, (the former Duchess of Dither), indicated that “this odd occasion will appeal to everyone who wants to let their ‘Inner Fool’ come out to play after dark.” She added that “besides mixing, mingling and munching, the ‘Feast of Fools’ encourages people to show off their hilarious haberdashery, strut their silly walks, or simply sally forth in their most outrageous outfits…not to mention a fine opportunity for flibbertigibbets to sing soppy songs, flaneurs to recite loopy limericks, and flapdoodlers to draw a droodle or two”.

Tourism officials are said to be quite elated at the prospect of a “boon in buffoons” to the local economy.

Costume rental shops report brisk business in trying to keep up with the insatiable demand of name-dropping nincompoops looking for funky fashions and gaudy gowns to wear to the event.

Paparazzi, politicians and port authorities are falling all over themselves to be first in line to welcome the “Ship of Fools” expected to dock with a VIP aboard.

The vaudevillian vessel, carrying all manner of vanity-conscious voyageurs, also includes a little-known, ripsnorting royal named HRH “Victoria Elizabeth” (a.k.a. “The Quipping Queen”). “She-who-must be obeyed”, (as she is sometimes referred to by her false friends and wonky well-wishers), will be accompanied on this official visit by an eclectic entourage of quirky courtiers led by Viscount Bedfont (a somnambulant sexagenarian).

Press Secretary for “The Quipping Queen”, Count Guidobaldo Le Touquet, indicated that “oodles of Boffos and Bling Blingers, Joy-Riding Jokesters and Happy-Go-Lucky Hoodwinkers, plus an assortment of Goofy Goddesses, Moxie Mavens and Spunky Sprites will have a jolly good time on this auspicious occasion!”

Dr. Thor Trewoofe, Professor Emeritus of Laughing Matters, recommended that “those with light heads and light hearts wear fanciful fool’s caps and dazzling dunce hats so as to distinguish themselves from marginally merry souls if not the mirth-challenged mortarboard members of Victoria’s three esteemed Ivory Tower Institutes of Inklings.”

For just $5 plus the cost of a barmy beverage (with a very long, impressive, foreign-sounding name) or a smashing snack (with a short but incredibly snooty menu label), fools may rush in and enjoy the high jinks, tacky treats, and piffling prizes as well as applaud the winners of some very incredulous achievements.

Date: Friday, April 1, 2005 (April Fools’ Day)

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Place: James Bay Coffee & Books
143 Menzies Street
Victoria, British Columbia* (Canada)

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* In the heart of beautiful downtown Victoria, British Columbia conveniently situated not far from the major Inner Harbor tourist attraction, a delightfully decorated Pecksniffian playground, known affectionately as the Provincial Legislature.

NOTE: Lollygagging-lifestyle and levity-focused folk wishing to know more about “The Quipping Queen”, (awarded top honors as ‘best of breed’ humor blog in 2004 by CanadaBlogs.com and Weblogs.com) are cordially invited to visit the virtual vanity chest of chortles, guffaws, and shenanigans at http://www.quippingqueen.blogspot.com./ and our brand-new online giggle gallery at www.flickr.com/photos/quippingqueen

About the Author

Victoria Elizabeth, a notorious Lady of Leisure who enjoys lollygagging about in the ludicrous if not loopy lane of life when she’s not busy keeping her quibbling quidnuncs and constipated courtiers in line over at The Quipping Queen — www.quippingqueen.blogspot.com

Complication during pregnancy is more common than most people think. Even for those who are healthy and have had children before, early pregnancy complications could arise, at no fault to anyone. This article explains some of these complications and what to watch out for.

Early pregnancy complications

When you find you are pregnant, the first thing you must do is go see your obstetrician/gynecologist. They will perform an ultrasound to make sure that your pregnancy is advancing as it should. Regular visits to your OBGYN will prevent early pregnancy complications or at the very least, help identify them at an early stage. The two most common pregnancy complications are:

Ectopic pregnancies

Ectopic pregnancies are one of the most common early complications. Ectopic pregnancies refer to pregnancies in which the egg is fertilized outside the womb so the fetus begins to develop in the ovary or in the fallopian tube. This can be very dangerous not only for the fetus but also for the mother. If surgery is not performed, the tubes could burst and result in internal bleeding and in some cases, even death.

Miscarriages

Complication during pregnancy can lead to miscarriages, another common early pregnancy complication. Sometimes the cervix can open causing heavy bleeding with intense cramping pains. Other times, the baby can die in early pregnancy. When this happens, the mother can either wait for a miscarriage to occur or have a D&C. There are many different complications during pregnancy that can cause this to happen: blood clotting, infection, structural problems, or lifestyle choices such as smoking, alcohol or high caffeine intake.

High risk pregnancy

A pregnancy that is categorized as high risk is one which has a higher chance of complications arising. You may be considered high risk if you are carrying multiple babies, have a long term illness such as diabetes, or are over the age of 35. If you are high risk, you may be asked to visit your obstetrician more regularly as the pregnancy will need to be more closely monitored than usual.

Pregnancy over 35

It is not uncommon for a woman’s fertility to be affected over the age of 30 and once you are pregnant, you must be aware that it is more common for complications to arise. The chances of your child bearing birth defects are significantly higher than those women who are under 30 and miscarriages also become more common in the first trimester of older pregnant women. For those over 35, there will also be an increased risk of diabetes and high blood pressure. Don’t worry, as with today’s technology, almost all these complications can be treated as long as they are spotted early on.

Multiple pregnancies

A multiple pregnancy is one in which there are two or more fetuses. It’s considered to be high risk because with more than one fetus, it has a higher chance of developing complications. Almost half of twins that are born are premature with extremely low birth weights and underdeveloped organs. This makes them very vulnerable and it is not uncommon for only one twin to survive. Twins who share a placenta could result in high amounts of amniotic fluids.

It is important to keep this information regarding early pregnancy complications in mind during pregnancy and to regularly consult your doctor.

Article written by Sarah Mitchell of NamesToBe.com (www.namestobe.com). Here’s another article readers may be interested in: www.namestobe.com/molar-pregnancy.html. View all articles at: www.namestobe.com/baby-articles.html. Article free for reprint as long as this author bio is present and all hyperlinks remain active.

A group of Geography students studied the Seven Wonders of the World. At the end of that section, the students were asked to list what they considered to be the Seven wonders of the World.

Though there was some disagreement, the following got the most votes:

1. Egypt’s Great Pyramids, 2. Taj Mahal, 3. Grand Canyon, 4. Panama Canal, 5. Empire State Building, 6. St. Peter’s Basilica, 7. China’s Great Wall.

While gathering the votes, the teacher noted that one student, a quiet girl, hadn’t turned in her paper yet. So she asked the girl if she was having trouble with her list.

The quiet girl replied, “Yes, a little. I couldn’t quite make up my mind because there were so many.”

The teacher said, “Well, tell us what you have, and maybe we can help.”

The girl hesitated, then read, “I think the Seven Wonders of the World are:

1. to touch 2. to taste 3. to see 4. to hear . . . She hesitated a little, and then 5. to run 6. to laugh 7. and to love

It is far too easy for us to look at the exploits of man and refer to them as “wonders” while we overlook all God has done, regarding them as merely “ordinary.”

May you be reminded today of those things which are truly wondrous.

It’s a sad but true fact that so many women over forty feel invisible. Changing this has become my passion.

One of the things that inspired me to do what I now do, after having had an executive position with a telecom giant, was an experience I had one day following one of my seminars.

An attractive, well dressed woman came up to me and told me that the thing she hated most about becoming older was that she felt invisible. She explained how, everywhere you look, you see woman in their twenties and thirties being presented as role models for beauty and style. Rarely do you see mature women in TV and print ads and some of the fashion magazines feature teenagers as models. There’s only one magazine devoted entirely to the mature woman - More Magazine.

Just because we’re getting older doesn’t mean we have to become an invisible part of society. It doesn’t mean we we have to let ourselves go, gain weight and start looking frumpy. My late aunt Josie, while in her eighties, looked like she just stepped off the cover of Vogue whenever she went out.

A woman can still look great as she ages if . . . she learns how to do it.

Many of the makeup techniques that work on a twenty or thirty year old, are a disaster on the face of a forty five year old woman. Unfortunately, many older women have not yet learned this. As we age, one of the makeup secrets we need to know is that “Less is better.”

Mistakes in wardrobe are even more apparent. Recently, I was asked by a national magazine to comment on some celebrity women. Here’s what I had to say about an outfit that Kim Catrall, who I happen to adore, was wearing:

“Belly bearing cutoffs and lace up top are not for the over forty woman. Longer, boy cut shorts and a fuller cut tank with a built-in bra would give her the same bare look.”

Below are some fashion anchors every woman over forty should have in her wardrobe:

- A “Little Black Dress” - Black/Navy Pencil or A-Line Skirt - Black/Navy Slacks/Trousers - Black Cashmere Sweater - White Shirt - Comfortable yet Chic Black 2″ heels - Classic Trench Coat

Fashion tips: Pants with clean lines, no pockets, no pleats look best on almost every woman because they are slimming.

Black or navy will make you look thinner, but add some color with accessories to give your look some flair. Elastic waist pants or skirts are to be avoided at all costs because they flatter no one.

Develop a signature. Wear a favorite ring or special bracelet all the time. Something people will always identify and remember about you.

The scarf should be a wardrobe staple. Learn how to use it and wear it many ways, such as, looped through your pants as a belt, or tied on the handle of your handbag.

If you want to learn all my insider techniques for looking fabulous after forty, fifty, sixty and beyond, visit: http://www.LookingFabulousAfter40.com

Until next time, keep looking your best and claim your power.

Georgia Donovan, The Clothes Doctor, is a fashion stylist and image consultant, whose mission is to help women reach their fashion potential and raise their fashion consciousness. To subscribe to her free newsletter for mature women, visit www.lookingfabulousafter40.com or www.theclothesdoctor.com

(c) Theolonius McTavish 2004. All rights reserved.

Seeking a spot of serenity somewhere in the universe, I recently booked a deep-discount dodgy berth on the ‘White Elephant Express Space Shuttle’, to a little known place in a galaxy far, far away.

“IT” (otherwise known as HD 36405.b) is not your average “oddball” exo-solar planet made of rock that wobbles on its end and zips around a nearby star in less than 2.46 days.

Most linear thinkers have a great deal of difficulty even comprehending why on earth anyone in their “right mind” would be interested in visiting a planet called “IT”. Not being a linear thinker with an investment in the “right” answer, I didn’t give a hoot. After all, what does one (who walks on water and listens to miffed mortals all day long) do for a frigging night off, now I ask you?

If truth be told, (after reading random excerpts from “The Itty Bitty Bunkum Book About Life, the Universe and Practically Everything Under the Sun Not To Mention Stuff Going On In Remote Galaxies), I was simply delirious. According to its noted author, Dr. Jarn Leffer, “IT is a ‘must-see’ for those with little time on their hands and a passionate interest in Innocuous Things.”

As planets go, “IT” is a pretty ho-hum celestial pit-stop with perhaps one exception… the welcome notice that reads, “Cosmic Cowboys - Welcome to the furthest unexplored outreaches of the Galaxy … Home to the Flop Fairy and Oodles of Gadflies!”

“IT” is populated by colonies of giggling, green grasshoppers . What else would you expect to inhabit a far-flung, fantasy-challenged hellhole like this? But, what made “IT” strictly speaking a strange place was the fact that the inhabitants munch on green, biodegradable garbage bags just for fun. Lacking masticating capabilities, the gadflies process their food by vigorously jumping up and down on it. No wonder they have no need for fast-food franchises, strip malls or landfills!

Anyway, I picked up this picturesque postcard of the blessed ballyhooing buglugs. They look perfectly happy but don’t be deceived. In reality, they’re just a gang of glad-handing grasshoppers. They don’t play golf, eat burgers, or drink beer — and none can frost a rock! Come to think of it, apart from the company of bugs and the elusive flop fairy, this pathetic planet has precious little going for IT!!

To put “IT” bluntly, life on “IT” is just shy of a tittynope*. The jolly green grasshoppers and the carefully manicured green fairways with sand traps as far as the eye can see certainly make for an utterly harmless world. Regrettably, without a pair of golf clubs, a dimpled white ball, and the notion that 19th hole even exists on this planet — “IT” is about as fun as bag of toads!

Life Lesson 42: Remember to talk to your travel agent before ever embarking on a flight of fancy to a planet called “IT” in a galaxy named “Have-a-Nice-Day”!!

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*”Tittynope” for you whiffling word-peckers means “a small quantity of anything left over”.

If you want to know what those green, glad-handing grasshoppers from “IT” look like — ask any four-year old, or failing that request some help from a Flying Saucer Club member.

About the Author

Theolonius McTavish is a somewhat spaced-out time-traveller (of minor relevance and importance in the great scheme of things). When not probing odd things happening somewhere in the depths of the universe, he enjoys chinwagging with all manner of merry folk at www.quippingqueen.blogspot.com

To keep your black clothes looking more chic and less like a uniform takes a little work. With a few cheerful accessories and spectacular shoes, you’ll look great.

Your basic black clothing doesn’t have to be boring. There are so many great things about black clothing. It’s slimming for one and elegant for another. Is simple to pull together and can be worn for day or night.

For some women black clothes save them for special events, those long mornings standing in front of the closet deciding what to wear and from the battle of the bulge. To keep your black clothes looking more chic and less like a uniform takes a little work. With the right look, a few good colorful and cheerful accessories and spectacular shoes, your basic black is not basic at all. Here are many ways to dress up your black clothing.

For Work

Looking professional for work in all black clothing is simple. To dress up a basic black suit, opt for a colorful shirt in hues such as blue, green, reds or yellows. Carry a tote that has a strong shape, which guarantees professionalism and functionality. Try a fabulous shoe in a metallic tone such as gold or silver. Spice up this basic work ensemble with bold jewelry such as dangly earrings, a bold bangle or ring.

For Day

The perfect black ensemble for day is the perfect button down shirt and Capri style or long black pants. It’s sophisticated and easy to pull together. To dress up this look for day, go for interesting accessories in bold shapes and intriguing colors. Try a beautiful colorful coat in yellow or red to give the outfit an extra punch.

For Night

Dress up that little black sheath dress a la Jackie O. style. Throw on gobs of pearls, dressy shoes any fashion diva would die for and create a beautiful smoky eye and a darker lipstick for night.

For a Gala Occasion

If wearing a long black gown for a gala event, keep all eyes on the gown by keeping hair, jewelry and accessories very simple. To dress up the look for high-impact glamour, try a faux fur stole.

There are several essential black pieces that every wardrobe should have. Here’s the list of must-haves:

The Black Blazer: You can pair this with just about anything from jeans, to dress pants to trousers. It gives your look instant polish.

The Little Black Dress: This can take you from day to evening events. And, when dressed up right it can look incredibly sophisticated (think Audrey Hepburn).

The Long Black Dress: This is perfect for that just-around-the-corner gala event that you just haven’t planned for.

The Black Trouser: Goes with everything and is every woman’s must-have, whether you need them for work or special events. Pair with your black blazer or colorful shirts.

The Jewelry: For each look try different jewelry. This will change the look of your basic black clothes. One day, try pearls and for the next do necklaces with semi-precious stones. Go ethnic by wearing a beautiful Indian necklace or something from another culture that will sure get lots of attention.

The Shoes: Go for special shoes with character. Manolo Blahnik, Jimmy Choo, Kate Spade or Guess is perfect examples of shoes with pizzazz. Note: Budget minded babes: watch for sales, which can be spectacular from these designer giants. You won’t break the bank and you’ll look incredible. When dressing up your basic black, remember to be unique and go for a look that fits you. And, that makes for incredible dressing - basic black or not.

You can find more information here: http://tradingideas4you.com/health-fitness/health-fitness.html