Seasonal shopping strategy for fall and winter wear
The author argues for planning ahead to buy fall and winter clothing during the current fall season. They note better selections now, outline budgeting and self-control, advise cataloging what remains wearable, and warn about stock variety and price spikes later. Aiming for mindful purchases, the piece suggests buying for real need and avoiding impulse buys.
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Designers bridge jewelry gap across costume and fine styles
Designers blend semiprecious stones with traditional gems expanding color ranges. The Friendship Collection from China abandons precious stones entirely in favor of amethyst, quartz, agate and carved materials, with Ellen Kiam sourcing widely in mainland China to fuel seasonal lines.
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Big Beautiful Woman pushes fashion for large sizes gains
In Los Angeles seven years after giving up dieting Carole Shaw started Big Beautiful Woman BBW a magazine for plus size women now circulates 300000 and spurs designers to create stylish clothing. Industry groups and feminists see fat as a political issue with models image consultants and lawsuits fueling a broader movement.
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