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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 2006

Page

33

Tax free shopping weekend boosts back to school spend

Iowa waives state and local sales tax on clothing and shoes under 100 dollars Friday and Saturday. Shoppers expect savings around two million across the state as families rush to buy back to school basics. Local retailers report traffic gains and call the weekend a kickoff to the new school year.

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Fashionable bridesmaids gowns go from ribbons to versatile silhouettes

Bridesmaids dresses move toward simple silhouettes and en trench colors inspired by ready to wear. Ann Taylor and J.Crew offer versatile lines with a mix of necklines and fabrics. Coordinated not matching outfits become popular, with accessories completing the look.

Associated Press York J.crew Ann Uh Tone Ann Taylor Millie Martini Bratten Bride’s Magazine Bratten Adrienne Lazarus Jenna Lyons Mazeau Lyons Mazeau

Average bridesmaid dress cost and wedding party size

By the numbers new figures show average bridesmaid dress costs 138 dollars and typical wedding parties include five bridesmaids. An estimated 23 million people will serve as bridesmaids or groomsmen this year, per Conde Nast Bridal Group.

Conde Nast Bridal Group

Spectator Shoes With Navy Blazer How To Match Pants

Two tone spectator shoes pair best with casual to smart casual looks. With a navy blazer, choose camel or khaki pants or light tan linen for summer. avoid taupe and white. skip business settings. belt should be brown and non shiny.

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