Beauty & Fashion
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In 2008 and 2011 articles from The Gloss and Daily Mail, writers asserted that many men feel that women with tattoos are trend-followers and may have a different set of values than them. Men also asserted that a woman with tattoos is stronger than them in terms of tolerating pain.
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Q: What are umbrellas made out of?
A: The shaft of an umbrella is made of either wood, steel, aluminum or fiberglass. The fabric used for the canopy is most commonly nylon taffeta that has an acrylic coating on the underside and a scotch-guard type finish on the topside. Modern umbrellas also have canopies made of microfiber fabric with water repellent finishes. The ribs, stretchers, runner and handle are made of wood, metal, plastic or another material. -
Q: How do you tell if a handbag is authentic?
A: To determine if a handbag is authentic, check its materials, workmanship and tags. While many fakes look like the real thing, they are easy to spot for the knowledgeable consumer. -
Q: What is difference between polarized and non-polarized lenses?
A: Polarized lenses have a filter laminated on them that only allows vertically oriented light to pass through, while non-polarized lenses are usually just tinted to block light. Non-polarized lenses do not contain a filter to remove glare. -
Q: How do you wear an infinity scarf?
A: To wear an infinity scarf, put the scarf around your neck, and wrap it around once or more, depending on the length. To protect your neck from cold weather, use a long infinity scarf that you can safely wrap around your neck more than twice. -
Q: What side do I wear my poppy on?
A: The poppy should be worn on the left side of the chest closest to the heart. It is meant to be worn with heartfelt thanks and remembrance for those who lost their lives while defending freedom. -
Q: What color tie goes with a black shirt?
A: A black shirt is in itself a fashion statement, so it is best to stick to neutrals where ties are concerned, choosing a black, gray or white tie. For certain occasions, brightly colored ties can work against a black shirt. - See More Accessories Questions
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Q: How do you remove henna?
A: Henna is a centuries-old art form that temporarily dyes skin a dark brown-red color. Its effects can last for up to two weeks depending on your skin tone. There are effective steps that can be taken to speed up the fading process of henna. -
Q: How do you paint a zombie face for Halloween?
A: To paint the face so that it resembles a zombie, use gray and green makeup around the cheekbones and chin, white makeup over the entire face, black makeup around the eyes and red and black makeup around the lips. For an even more authentic zombie look, fake flesh can be applied to the face to resemble peeling or decaying skin. -
Q: What is body art?
A: Body art uses the human body as a means of artistic expression. Body art includes piercing, tattooing, painting or scarring, and it can include adornments, such as clothes, shoes and hair coloring. -
Q: Where can I find some face paint examples?
A: Snazaroo, a maker of face-painting kits, offers a photo gallery containing stunning pictures of face-painting done by the company's customers. Parenting.com also offers a face-paint gallery, along with instructions on how to complete each look. -
Q: Where did body art originate?
A: The oldest known tattoo was discovered on the 5,200-year-old body of a man known as the Iceman, found on the Italian-Austrian border in 1991. Based on the locations of the markings, experts theorize that the tattoos on the Iceman were a form of therapy for joint pain. -
Q: Can a 16-year-old get a tattoo?
A: In most states, it is illegal for a minor to get a tattoo. However, in a few states, minors can legally get a tattoo with their parents' written consent. In those few states, it is possible for a 16-year-old to get a tattoo. - See More Body Art Questions
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Q: What shirt should be worn with a bow tie?
A: The best type of shirt to wear with a bow tie is a shirt with a hidden button or a button-down collar. A bow tie looks best with a solid-colored shirt, preferably in white or blue. If the bow tie is a solid color, it can be worn with a patterned shirt. -
Q: Did Fonzie always wear a leather jacket on "Happy Days"?
A: The character Arthur "Fonzie" Fonzarelli didn't always wear his signature leather jacket on the classic American sitcom "Happy Days"; early in the show's run, Fonzie was only allowed to be shown wearing a leather jacket when he was near his motorcycle, and he wore a white windbreaker at other times. Network executives at ABC were concerned that Fonzie would look like a criminal or thug if he wore a leather jacket, but they agreed that the character should be allowed to wear leather around his motorcycle because leather jackets were considered a piece of safety gear for motorcyclists. -
Q: How can one dress like a cowgirl?
A: Cowgirl clothing is quite similar to cowboy clothing, including cowboy hats and boots, jeans, chaps, spurs, belt buckles, Western-style shirts and leather vests. In some cases, cowgirl clothing can trade skirts for jeans, although this is not as functional and should be used for costume wear rather than actual horseback riding. Cowgirl costumes in general can be more flashy than utilitarian cowgirl wear, including large pieces of Western jewelry or beaded embellishments on clothing items. -
Q: How can you find good thrift shop clothes?
A: Finding good thrift shop clothes is all about patience and observation. Take your time picking through the racks and looking over attractive items. -
Q: How is cotton made into fabric?
A: Cotton goes from balls of fiber on a plant to fabric through a multi-step mechanical process. In this process, the cotton fibers, known as lint, are separated from seed, then into lengths and eventually spun into yarn that is used to knit or weave fabric. -
Q: How can you stop a zipper from unzipping?
A: To stop a zipper from unzipping, you'll need a key ring. Attach the key ring to the zipper pull, and hook it over the pants button. - See More Clothing Questions
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Q: Why is Paris the capital of fashion?
A: Paris is the capital of fashion because the French were the first nation to make fashion into an industry. In addition, it was in France that fashion was first recognized because of the luxurious tastes of the French monarchy. -
Q: Who was Jackie Kennedy's fashion designer?
A: In 1960, Oleg Cassini became first lady Jacqueline Kennedy's official designer. Cassini designed an entire wardrobe for her that made her a fashion icon of young women around the world. Other designers made popular by the first lady during that time were Chanel, Givenchy and Dior. -
Q: Where are Gucci clothes made?
A: Gucci claims that its clothing and leather goods are made in Italy. However, it has been widely speculated that many luxury European brands such as Gucci have outsourced their manufacturing to China, using assembly-line techniques and low-wage laborers in developing nations to cut costs. -
Q: How do fashion designers use technology?
A: Fashion designers use technology to design fabrics using fashion designing tools available in software packages, to alter previous designs, to see how designs look on virtual models, to determine which clothing material is fit for certain designs, and to connect with the fashion industry online. Fashion designers also use technology by introducing fashionable devices and gadgets as new trends in the fashion industry. -
Q: How did Victoria's Secret get its name?
A: Victoria's Secret founder, Roy Raymond, decided to name his company after the Victorian era, which took place between 1837 and 1901 in the United Kingdom during the reign of Queen Victoria. Raymond's intent was to evoke feelings of mystery and hidden sexuality that existed alongside prosperity, increased social morality and appreciation for the arts during this time. -
Q: What are fashion design sketches?
A: Fashion design sketches are illustrated drawings that are created during the process of designing fashion apparel or accessories. A design sketch is typically one of the earliest steps toward creating clothing or accessories. - See More Fashion Designers Questions
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