HAND MAKE MY ACCESSORIES - TIPS

2009-04-07T07:52:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone!

It has been a long time since I last updated on the Fashion Tips! (:
Well, I have been busy with the new schedule, as well as new accessories on sale!

Trend now: Grecian Dresses, drapes, drapes and more drapes!

Grecian style was originated from Greece, and it is now still as hot as it used to be!
Movie stars, Celebrities and people are starting with this Grecian trend!

What's In:

Sleek Gladiator Heels!
Welcome sheer colors like Soft Pink, Grey, Light Pink and peach; A very Stella Mccartney style.
Chip in a little high waist grecian skirt with a simple top and you are so done for a girl's night out!
Match my hand-made accessories for a complete look!
Some example of my accessories are, the japanese style earrings, vintage necklaces, vintage rings, and vintage bracelets.
Twist and form your VERY OWN style and be original, by mixing and matching jap style, vintage style and some colors to your look!
To look good in wearing a Grecian dress, Wear it the toga style!

What's Out:

Gladiator FLATS!
NEON COLORS
High waist shift dresses
Smocked tubes
Boyfriend shirts
Neon bands.
If your following answers are:

If your answers are:
No, I don't want a Grecian look, its too old! ):
Any other style thats IN now?

Bohemian, braided bands, head bands, and more flowery stuffs, with a tinge of boho style, wooden accessories they are all still very in!
Match bohemian style with some fringe bags! Any color of your choice, Boho style is meant to be colorful!
Match up my wooden sets bracelets to complete your very own boho look!
High waist skirts and such are still very in, look elegant, cute and stylish with high waisted skirts!
Don't want a Grecian look? GO FOR BOHEMIAN or... The school chic!

School Chic!

Wear basics, with skinnies, complete with earrings or necklaces, or bracelets or rings. Simple yet loud.
You don't need to wear loud to be loud.
Backpacks! Outdoor bags from Japan are the best fit for this look!
Graffiti backpacks may be a little too over.
Look school chic with chucks, and skinnies.
Match up with some leather jacket to get you the biker chic!

Thats all for now! (:

** Note that if you do not agree with what I say, it is okay. Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder.**

Have a nice day! (:

How to wear grey

2007-10-22T04:50:00.000-07:00

Tip of the day:

"Do not wear too many bright coloured clothes at the same time."

Grey is likely one of the new black now.

Here is some tips on how to wear grey:

You can match them with shiny sequins, glitter, or layer with a nice satin piece for a casual day out!
Match it with black or white bottoms
Grey dresses, you can match them with a red belt at the hip or a red bag to match.
Wear accessories to add to the texture grey.

Credits to: Cynthia Nellis.

Charms

2007-05-16T07:37:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone!

My sincere apologies for the lack of update on the HMMA Tips. Been busy with school work and all. Hope ya'll understand yea? (:

Yeap! Today's update will be on CHARMS!

"Charms are the fashion sensation of the day, but their history is long and their future assured. For, whether affordable or priceless, specially commissioned or vintage, whimsical or mystical, charms weave spells that appeal to our most primeval desires. The guises they take may vary, but the needs they fufil are as old as time. These magical pieces of jewellery offer us love, luck and protection. "

I thought this paragraph description on Charms is pretty thoughtful and meaningful, so I decided to share with you people out there! I adapted it from a book. (:

My decription of charms is,
"Charms celebrate our uniqueness, and tell our story."

Food for Thought!

SYMBOLS OF PROTECTION: The turtle. It is believed in the Eastern side of the world that the turtle and its landlocked cousin deity, are seen as supporting the cosmos and have come to symbolize eternal life, wisdom and strength. It is worn for protection, to bring wisdom and to avert sudden death. Also, tortoiseshell charms are also worn to use as defence against black magic.

SYMBOL OF LOVE: Heart Charms! It is a universal symbol of love, as well as a heraldic emblem of kindness and charity. The heart is the most enduring amongst all the other charms.
Especially the heart locket, it is an alternative meaning of personalizing a love token. Such a keepstake, may contain the image of a lover, or a lock of hair. (:

SYMBOL OF GOOD LUCK: The ladybird is also yet another charm with a Christian resonance. It was dedicated to Our Lady, the Virgin Mary (For Catholics only). It is also believed to bring wealth and success and to prolong good health by absorbing diseases from the wearer. Its hard to believe, but its true!

A good example of a person who have relied on the power of charms is Queen Elizabeth. She was so devoted and even adopted a custom of surrounding the body with personal charm jewellery in death. She stipulated 150 personal charms and sentimental treasures to accompany her in her grave!

And of course, the list goes on and on. (:

LUCKY SYMBOLS: The clover leaf! As all of you know, the Four-Leaved clovers bring good fortune and good luck! Unlucky symbols such as the number 13, were used to deflect the bad luck. But that was in the old age belief. (:

Now, lets talk about Precious Stones!

JADE: It was worn for luck in the Far East, and it was thought to be the most precious gift the Immortals have given to Man.

Coral: It was worn for fertility in Italy.
And A coral Necklace was the first piece of jewellery that Queen Elizabeth II had.

and just a random note.
the word REGARD, was spelled out with Ruby, Emerald, Garnet, Amethyst, Ruby And Diamond. It represents the language of sentiments. And it still is applied currently in America.

I like this topic on Charms. Its pretty meaningful to wear charms which has a particular representation or symbol of certain actions. (: Its cool. I hope you people enjoyed reading this! :D

HMMA's tip today is is to wear your accessories it like how you love chocolate.

CHEERIOS!

How to take care of your accessories which possess pearls

2007-02-15T19:11:00.000-08:00

Tip 1: How to take care of your accessories which possess pearls?

Pearls require special care. They are porous, and organic materials. They are relatively softer than other gemstones. Chemicals in perfume, lotion and hair spray or natural oils and perspiration can lead to the dulling of the pearl's luster(colour).

Advise:
1) Apply your lotion, perfume, or hair spray before you wear the pearls.
2) Wash them fortnightly, to prevent the chemicals from accumulating.
3) Use a soft cloth SUITABLE FOR JEWELLERY ONLY, so the pearls will not scratch.
4) Do not use any hair dryer or cleaner to dry the pearls. Let it dry naturally..
5) Maintain it well, and take good care of it. It can last for at least a few years.
6) Do not leave them scattered around. Our accessories come in ziplocks or plastics. Keep them there after use.

"Pearls have traditionally been associated with marital vows. They represent purity and love." - Adapted from well-known jewellery designer, Nicole Noelle Sherman.

Intro

2007-02-15T08:26:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone.

This blog is solely opened to provide you with fashion tips, and jewellery tips.
We will also tell you how to take care of your accessories. (: Not that you don't know, but we meant, advisable ways to take care of your accessories.

It will be updated weekly.
Do come back for more information!
Will update before Chinese New Year

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