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2010 Fashion Trends in Urban Hip Hop Clothing For Winter and Spring

The year 2009, is nearing to an end and fashion gurus from the world have announced 2010 Trends for Urban Hip Hop clothing. Let us have a look at what is going to rule the market is the next year:

Women’s urban hip hop clothing trend for autumn and winter:

•Fashion experts announce that chunky knits are going to rule the clothing trends in winter. Thick textures in different colors would be trendy. Stylish knitted scarves and knitted jumper sweater would be the preferred accessories in the coming season.

•Laddered Stocking is clearly the trend for women clothing in 2010. Well, this look was first spotted in 2008 and has quickly picked up since then.

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Many African American women today are simply too busy to manage long tresses of hair. So instead they opt for short, manageable hairstyles that can still look trendy and professional. The great thing about sporting short hairstyles is the fact that you can choose different styles at any time. However there are certain things you must consider when you modify your short hairstyles such as:

1. Your burning desire to opt for an immediate change using your own hair, a sexy wig or adding hair extensions to your own hair to create your fantasy, trendy hairstyles.

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Are you fascinated with African culture? If so, one item you might be interested in is African dresses. Dresses from Africa show off the culture more than almost anything else. They highlight the many tribes of Africa and express the traditions of the people. Many different authentic African dresses are available. You might choose to collect them or display them. Or you might be interested in an African-style dress for your own closet. Let us show you where to purchase the types of African dresses you are looking for.

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A person who is interested in art, music or literature and lives in a very informal manner, ignoring the usually accepted ways of behaving is called Bohemian. In past bohemian way of living was not as common as it is nowadays. This type of bohemian clothing was more frequent with the gypsies of Asia and Africa but anyone can opt for it. Usually these dresses are very loose, some times called baggy. They are with long sleeves and the shirts are also very long.

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When you are shopping for plus size women’s special occasion dresses there are a few things to consider before you buy. The most important thing is the occasion that you are going to need the full figure dress for and how quickly you will need it. You need to buy a dress that fits the occasion. Even if you buy the best dress that makes you look good and feel great it still won’t work if it is not appropriate for the event that you are going to. If it is a formal event then something a little understated may be called for, in fact, you might be better with more muted colors, but that doesn’t mean that it has to be boring. You can still have a classic cut with a great look that will turn heads when you walk into the room.

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Christmas Dresses 2010 – Make Celebrity Fashion All Your Own

As is often the case, the trendiest, must-have celebrity fashions for this Christmas season reflect each star’s personal style as well as the flashiest styles from our favorite designers’ runways. From fun party dresses, to elegant evening wear, use this guide to find your favorite style and add a bit of stardust as well with these current celebrity fashion favorites.

Cheryl Cole

Everyone loves Cheryl Cole’s quirky, cutting edge style. A mix of classics and a penchant for unusual jewelry sets her apart from the crowd. This Christmas, Cheryl will shimmer in designs from one of London’s hottest new designers – Falguni & Shane Peacock. She has also been spotted in a dazzling gold jersey gown with exquisite beaded details from Gianfranco Ferré’s Fall 2010 collection, which would be ideal for Christmas as well. Make her look your own by choosing Christmas cocktail dresses that sparkle with sequins.

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Nothing looks better than a black man with a nice, short hairstyle. Luckily, it is very trendy to wear your hair short and you have many different options. Additionally, short hair allows for more convenience and ease of care. Depending on what you choose as a short hairstyle for black men, your new look could make all the difference in how you appear in both your professional and social life.

If you love the classic look of dreadlocks but you want to look clean and sharp, you can have short dreadlocks! You no longer need to have long dreadlocks in order for them to be stylish. Short dreadlocks allow the face to stay clear while looking neat and classy.

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African art masks are handmade by the best artisan in the locality. It is an important accessory as most people wear masks during the year as they take part in the local festivities. Each African art mask is unique and original. African art masks are made up of many kinds of material like gold, stone, bark, copper, bronze, tin clay and feathers. They may have a recent or stylish outlook or may be of an ancient style.

The African art masks are usually very colorful and use various patterns as decoration. African art masks may have different looks and may depict different emotions. Some may look fierce, some festive and others may have a solemn, sober look. Some African art masks are a part of a costume for festivities.

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While Mehndi or Henna has been popular in the States for the last few years thanks to people like Demi Moore and Madonna, it began more then 5,000 years ago in the ancient cultures.

The earliest record of henna being used was in Egypt, where the fingers and toes of the Pharaohs were stained just before they were mummified. We know of Mehndi because of the cultures and traditions found in India and other Middle Eastern cultures.

You have seen Mehndi, the beautiful and intricate designs on the hands, feet, neck or arm. When this artwork has passed you by, it made you stop and take a second look. But where did it come from and why do people adorn their bodies with masterpieces that will simply fade away?

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1930′s Men’s Fashion – Influenced by Hollywood, Mobsters, & the Zoot Suit

Hollywood and Movies

The 1930s was an era that saw a number of changes in men’s fashions. One of the reasons for the sudden sartorial interest by more males was due to the fact that Hollywood was beginning to have an impact on how fashionable clothing was now viewed. Having a modern and trendy appearance was becoming more important to both men and women.

Restructured Suits

Men’s suits were being restructured in the early 1930s to produce a look that featured a larger than normal torso and squared off, padded shoulders. This newly tailored effect gave men an imposing silhouette. Double breasted jackets with shiny buttons became a status symbol and men rushed to buy them. Even very inexpensive suits were using these new, sharp lines that held such an appeal to males across the country.

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