Archive : June2011

  • Posted :   Jun 28th, 2011

    Summer time is here – it’s the season of bright colors and fun dressing. It’s also time to prepare your wardrobe for beach parties and cocktail gatherings and just silly reasons to hang out and make the most of the glorious sunshine. Summers are synonymous with skirts and skirts are an absolute must have when it comes to a summer wardrobe. Denims and cottons are the tried and tested summer fabrics. It’s time to stand out from the crowd and make an impression. Its time to discover leather!

    Leather skirts are like a fashionistas dream come true. You can short, long, calf length, asymmetrical – the choice is all yours. Fill your summer wardrobe with a multitude of leather skirts. Here are some excellent summer leather skirt options for you:

    A Line Short Leather Skirt:
    This will look great for casual outings with friends. Combine you leather skirt with a nice floral top, a pair of kitten heels and let your hair loose. If you are in the mood for something ultra casual, the just combine the leather skirt with a simple cotton tee shirt and sports shoes. Tie your hair up in a high pony tail and go for the fresh look.

    Ideal colors: for the casual look you can select a leather skirt in pastels as well as the traditional black

    Formal Pencil Leather Skirt:
    Just because its summer, you can’t really skip office no matter how much you want to. So you can at least dress better to lift your spirits. Select a narrow pencil style leather skirt that ends just a little below the knees. Preferably always mix this with a solid color formal shirt, full sleeves and tucked into the leather skirt. Add a string of pearls, a pair of decently high heels, tie your hair back and you are absolutely ready to show off your professional image.

    Ideal colors: for the formal look you can select a leather skirt in deep dark shades as well as the traditional black. Brown is an ideal color too.

    Straight Fit Leather Skirt:
    Clubbing, partying and just a naughty time out – the straight fit leather skirt is for those times!

  • Posted :   Jun 27th, 2011

    Ladies, prepare to explore the world of leather leggings because no other piece of clothing ever created by mankind can come close to giving you that heady wild-child feel as you get when you slip yourself into a pair of skintight leather pants.

    A great pair of leather leggings has this unique quality of being able to suck you up and in and can transform even the most square shaped woman into a hot curvy wonder. Leather leggings are a rock and roll fantasy come true and worth every penny.

    When you select your pair of leather leggings there a few things you need to keep in mind namely the nature of leather as a fabric is that it will stretch out. so always purchase a size lower because they are going to expand and there is absolutely no way to battle that. Find yourself a tailor who can take in your leather leggings for you if they do stretch out. Before you sit down always pull up your leather leggings at the knees. That way you don’t have to suffer droopy old-lady knees when you stand up again. Make sure that you keep the leather soft by buffing it with mink oil and a soft cloth.

    Leather leggings come in a variety of colors – the favorite of course being black! Do keep in mind that there are certain rules on how you can combine your leather leggings. Do keep in mind that they are a statement-making piece of clothing so be careful with how you dress it up or dress it down. Take your inspiration from celebrities. Leather leggings are making news in tinsel town and most of them get their combinations right. Leather leggings are skin tight and look best when combined with an equally loose top. Your style of shoes is also important. Keep all this sin mind while purchasing your pair of leather leggings.

    Love them or loathe them, leather leggings have become a sought after piece and as the seasons wear on, they’re beginning to appear on many a leg. Keep your eyes open and join the fashion wagon!

  • Posted :   Jun 24th, 2011

    Popularity of Balmain leather pants has been tremendously augmented in recent years. Well! It is not shocking because Balmain pants are rugged and modish. They are capable of reflecting a person’s individuality.

    Leather pants have been the pillar of the leather fashion world for e.g. a girl strolling a street wearing colored skin tight leather pants will never go unnoticed. This is the power of leather pants and this is the kind of attraction that they are capable of accomplishing.

    Investing in a pair of trendy leather pants might sound a bit expensive and especially when its custom made or designer pants but its all worth when you start getting noticed once you wear them.

    Regular office goers wearing trousers or construction workers wearing jeans is something we have been seeing since years now lets change the trend and create our own style statement and it is easy with leather pants.

    Leather pants are rugged and classy, if proper care is taken they can last a lifetime. It is important when selecting leather one should be aware of their body type, because leather which does not fit properly, doesn’t look good.

    Balmain style leather pants are unique and modish they create an aura and have this fabulous design that one can make the difference between the regular leather pants and Balmain styled leather pants and apart form that they are available in many colors.

    A few styles of balmain leather pants is mentioned below: –

    •    Zip Detailed Leather Pants: – This is one of the most famous and excellent designs from the Balmain fashion house. Nothing beats the elegance of cropped leather pants with zip details.

    •    Metallic Leather Trouser: – Designer leather pants designed using metallic color gives a raw appeal in the minds of the onlooker, especially the leather pants that are designed using stretch material and fits tight on the legs are perfect to draw attention. A perfect pair for biker woman prefers frequent excursions.

    •    Slim Fit Red Leather Pants: – Slim fit leather pants are many but the ones designed by Balmain in red color are truly exuberating.

    Balmain Style leather pants are designed for those leather enthusiasts who understand fashion and believe in dominating the fashion world with the power of leather pants.

  • Posted :   Jun 22nd, 2011

    Mini skirts are fun fashion items. They’re never really out of fashion and they keep on returning as a feature piece summer after summer. They’re not for everyone, but for those who enjoy them it’s worth knowing how to look you’re best wearing one. Sadly, given their popularity almost everyone you know with remotely decent legs is going to be wearing one in denim or chiffon. Wearing a leather mini skirt is a great way to be different but with attitude and spunk. Leather skirts require sassiness and guts to pull off. Once you’ve selected the ideal mini skirt for you – you need to learn how to combine it with the right shoes. Short skirts means the observer’s eyes automatically get drawn to your shoes. The effect of a leather skirt is complete only when it is blended well.

    Give your legs a few inches:
    Most of us aren’t blessed with long, skinny legs. That doesn’t mean the leather mini is out. It just means that you pay a little extra attention to what enhances your legs. Consider a gorgeous pair of stilettos. When you wear a skirt – especially a leather mini skirt, make the focus of your appearance your legs. In other words, keep your top half quite covered. To much skin show will undermine you and your outfit.

    Now that you are aiming for awesomeness in legs, buy a nice pair of stilettos – something that makes your feet look smooth and elegant. Do remember thought that the wrong footwear choice can actually call attention to things you’d rather not emphasize.

    Wedge Sandals:
    Leather mini skirts and wedge sandals are a fun combination. Espadrille, bohemian, strappy and woven styles all look great, but remember they should be sandals – as in open-toed. A closed-toe wedge is a little too heavy for a casual short skirt.

    Tall Boots:
    Knee-high boots, or boots that fall just below the knee have become a short-skirt staple, especially in cooler weather. Do ensure that your boots are as simple as possible.

    Kitten Heels:
    Kitten heels are a rather delicate style of shoe and look great on a leather mini skirt.

  • Posted :   Jun 22nd, 2011

    Summer time is here and you know what the warm weather means? It means loads of parties, beaches, barbeques and most importantly, it’s the glorious sunshine is the perfect excuse for bikers to take their babies out for a spin. You could be an amateur, an in between or a professional – it doesn’t matter so long as you have passion toward the sport of motorcycling and more importantly respect for it. Motorcycling is not just for anybody or the faint hearted. It is a stylish and perilous sport meant solely for those with a passionate heart and for those who simply enjoy the feel of the wind in their ears and a glorious adrenaline rush. However, motorcycling is only worth the adrenaline and the thrill if you practice safe riding. It is of extreme essence that both you and your pillion rider are well dressed to combat any obstacle and unpredictability that may come your way. If motorcycling is done without the right gear it could not only lead to brutal injuries but could also be extremely fatal.

    Safety comes with being well covered and protected. A good rider and pillion rider need a helmet, protective gloves, comfortable shoes and protective clothing. Protective clothing primarily includes an excellent, well covered jacket. Now while many may think that any old jacket would do, a true professional would know that a biker’s jacket needs to be strong, durable and have great resistance to abrasion. Only two materials can proudly boast of such qualities – Kevlar and leather. Leather riding jackets are not just a style statement. There is actually more than one reason why biker’s jackets became popular. Leather motorcycle jackets provide the best protection; they are strong, durable, smart and most importantly take the majority of the load in case of a fall. Trusted for several years now and tried and tested by an innumerable number of bikers.

    For such an aggressive material, leather is soft against the skin and is ultimate in protecting you against the elements – be it wind, rain or snow. It keeps you nice and covered! Most importantly leather has a unique quality of molding itself to its wearer. In other words once you break into your leather biker jacket, you can safely say that the jacket has been purely custom made for you.

    A flexible and versatile material, there are a huge range of leather jackets available and it is of extreme essence that you chose for yourself the right leather biker jacket. Leather motorcycle jackets usually come with double lining for added protection. Remember to choose leather jackets that fit you perfectly. A jacket that is too tight will make you feel uncomfortable and constricted while riding. A loose leather riding jacket on the other hand could flap in the wind. Both cases can distract the rider which could lead to disastrous results. Leather remains a favorite pick among most bikers over any other material as they are classy, safer, stylish and can easily accommodate all sizes and types.

  • Posted :   Jun 21st, 2011

    Leather clothing like leather jackets, leather shorts, leather skirts are undoubtedly stylish but they are also quite expensive. Do you know that good quality leather clothes can last for over 40 years? All they need is the right care. Make your favorite leather clothes look fresh and exquisite for years to come with just a few simple care tips:

    •    Follow the basics. Read the manufacturer’s instructions about how to care for your leather apparel. Most manufacturers attach care labels inside the leather dress itself. Read them and follow them.
    •    Make your leather apparel waterproof. Unless you are planning to wear your leather jacket only in the summers and winters, it is suggested that you waterproof your leather jacket. Leather dresses etc usually come with a waterproof coating but do check.
    •    Always hang your leather clothes on a wide, padded hanger so that it maintains its shape. It also ensures that any creases will drop naturally from the garment. Never ball up your leather clothes and store them. If you are planning to wear your leather garment after a long period, pack it up in a breathable garment bag and avoid allowing it to stay in a plastic dry cleaning or storage bag.
    •    In case your leather garment gets wet, let it dry naturally at room temperature. Don’t go to use any artificial heat sources like blow dryers or heat vents.
    •    Wipe your leather clothes off with a soft cloth from time to time. This removes off any dust and allows you garment to breathe.
    •    In case you leather garment becomes hard or starts cracking, rub some leather moisturizer into it with a soft cloth. Leather moisturizers are easily available in the market and with a thorough rub down, your leather garment should become soft.
    •    It is always advisable to send your expensive leather jacket to professional leather cleaner in case if you do not wish to clean it on your own. Never store the leather jackets in plastic cleaning bags as leather needs ventilation and if stored in plastic it will lead to mildew formation.
    •    Excessive humidity damages leather garments so keep them away from high humidity.

  • Posted :   Jun 20th, 2011

    Skirts are the style staple of the summer season. Denim cut offs and denim skirts will be gracing every street and every club. It’s time to stand out and do something different. A great choice to beat the heat is to wear leather skirts. They match every occasion and look great. Beware though; you may end up raising the temperature quite a few notches with the wonder that is the leather skirt.

    •    Formal Occasion:
    Leather skirts are thought to be restricted only to clubs and young ladies looking to show off their great toned legs. Well think again! Leather skirts look fabulous in the work environment. Pick out a tea length pencil leather skirt if you would like to go for something fitting. Another great option is a straight cut leather skirt to the knees. A leather skirt combined with a formal blouse and a string of pearls is a superb option for the office or an office party.

    •    Club Wear:
    A leather skirt looks excellent for the clubs. Pick out a short A-line wonder or a nice fitting leather skirt. Both look fantastic for the club. Add to it a nice polo neck top and boots or a beautiful halter neck top. Tube tops also look excellent.

    •    Barbeque:
    A leather skirt looks great for a barbeque or an afternoon party as well. Pick out nice, flirty materials for a top. Full length leather skirts look great for parties, casual evenings out and so on.

    Do remember to mix your leather skirts with other fabrics. Silk, organza, wool, cotton, georgette – all of these blend with leather excellently. Never combine leather with leather though. Also, do remember that your leather skirt is powerful apparel. Dress up from head to toe to compliment your great choice of apparel. Make sure your accessories look great with your skirt. Pay attention to your choice of shoes. Boots, pumps, flat ballerinas – all look great with a leather skirt. Pick out something you are comfortable in and you truly enjoy!

  • Posted :   Jun 17th, 2011

    This is literally a hot leather trend which is donned by celebrities and fashionistas. A pair of leather pants is designed for every body type and it looks good on everyone, but in order to don a pair of red leather pants one must possess a lot of confidence.

    If you are scared that these pants will make you look tacky, well it will if you wear a lot of make up and pair it with a corset.

    Leather pants are authentic and so soft that they are a great investment. A leather pant designed using real leather looks awesome. Leather pants will always remain in fashion no matter what.

    Three  Reasons To Wear Red Leather Pants: –

    1.    Leather pants are a great investment and if proper care is taken they can last for a long time. Here is a quick guideline which will help you take care of your trendy leather pants : –
    •    Store them at a well ventilated place.
    •    Always clean your apparels with leather conditioners.
    •    Never fold your leather apparels

    2.    Leather pants are versatile as they can be paired with any thing. Pair of trendy red leather pants are classy and they look glamorous. For that uber look here a re few suggestions you can pair with Red Leather Pants: –
    •    Pair the red leather pants with navy lace stretch dress and combine it with black pumps.
    •    A tan color top will look magnificent with the red color leather pant which can be paired with animal skin shoes or nude color pumps.
    •    White and red always look good. Pair a white tee with a leather pant and combine it with black pumps or combine a white color stretch shirt with leopard booties.
    •    A denim shirt will look classy with red leather pants when paired with black pumps.

    3.    Red leather pants are the latest fashion of the season. They look fashionable and glamorous. It is a must have collection I the wardrobe of every fashionista.

    The real genuine leather feels so soft against the skin which makes the leather pants a great buy.

  • Posted :   Jun 16th, 2011

    Moms nurture and cuddle but dad’s provide security and guidance. The famous proverb from the King James Version: –

    “Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law. For I was my father’s son, tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother. He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live.”

    Father’s day is celebrated on the third Sunday of June every year. It is this time when children’s make their father feel special. Fathers work day and night to provide food, shelter, education for their family, while mother’s nurture her children with love and compassion.

    After all the hard work even father’s need some appreciation and what could be better than celebrating a father’s day. As the father’s day is celebrated on Sunday, now it’s your time to shower love on your father. It can be expressed in many ways.

    Check out the gift ideas mentioned below which will help you select a unique gift for your father. It is always better to buy a gift that can be put to use, rather than keeping a showpiece at home dats what father’s like. Gifts like momentos and showpieces are good for mother’s day, but for father’ day you got to get creative.

    The perfect leather gift ideas for father’s day: –

    Leather Jacket: – A perfect gift for your father, though father’s day is celebrated in summers and to break the myth leather jackets can be worn in summers as these days they are designed using thin lamb leather which is soft and supple. Check out the various designs available and select your father’s favorite leather color.

    Biker Jacket: – If your father is a rider and has a bike, then there is no better gift than a biker jacket. A stylish biker jacket will definitely revive his young days and whenever he is gonna wear that jacket he is going to thank you for the perfect gift especially in winters.

    Father’s do not get much time to spend with the family as they are busy providing food and shelter for their families. The most important thing is that the whole family should celebrate the father’s day together. Be generous and understanding towards your father and expect a lot more gifts in return.

    Have fun!!

  • Posted :   Jun 13th, 2011

    “Don’t call me babe” – remember this famous dialogue by the ravishing Pamela Anderson in the movie Barbed Wire covered from head to toe in black leather? Then there was Kate Beckinsale in ‘Underworld: Evolution’ where she played the role of a lustful vampire; Famke Janssen in X men; the hot Jessica Alba in Sin City; Uma Thurman in Avengers – the list goes on.

    Leather has been used in movies from time immemorial. Leather was used to represent the woman with spirit, courage, fire and determination. Megan Fox added a whole new hot to leather pants when she sported them in Transformers. Let’s not forget Angelina Jolie who brought a whole new naughty to naughty leather items.

    Rebecca DeMornay sported a gorgeous red and black leather jacket in ‘An Inconvenient Woman’; Lucy Liu made waves in Charlie’s Angels where she plays as a corporate trainer wearing a tight black leather skirt and a matching top.

    The list is endless. Women have always sported leather skirts and leather dresses in movies with great pomp and allure. Off screen too, plenty of celebs have shown their interest in leather dresses from Zoe Saldanha who sported a hot beige dress for an awards ceremony to Kim Kardashian who was spotted shopped in a pair of skin fit leather pants. Naughty leather clothing is a huge hit in Hollywood and reality. Nothing spells sexiness like leather clothing. They are trendy, hot and are so comfortable. Leather moulds itself to a woman’s body and looks fully sassy. It makes a woman look confident and comfortable with her body adding an ever better spark to the day.

    Black seems to be the color of choice when it comes to leather sporting celebrities. They tend to brighten it up with quirky jewelry and fun hair styles.     Leather dresses and leather pants are beautiful to look at and wear. Leather is soft to touch and even softer to wear. So if you are in the mood for adventure or fun or just a casual evening out, women’s leather clothing always adds that special flavor to the occasion.

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