How Dental Veneers Are Replaced
While dental veneers are a long-lasting solution to an array of dental problems, they will eventually need to be replaced. This raises the question as to what exactly is involved in the replacement process. Does more tooth structure have to be removed to accommodate the new restorations? Will any shots be required? Fortunately, replacement is a much more hassle-free process that initial installation. Most of the important and painful work has already been complete.
The replacement process begins with your dentist removing the old restorations. There are a few ways to go about this. Some practices use special tools like the Waterlase system to help dislodge the veneers. The dentist will remove each restoration one by one until all of them have been removed. At this point, you teeth will have to be prepared for the replacements. The old bonding agent will have to be removed and the teeth will have to be etched again. This should not be incredibly painful, therefore it is unlikely that your dentist will have to administer any anesthesia. If your doctor has not received your replacements from the lab, you will be outfitted with temporary veneers for the time being. Once these arrive, you will be called backed to the office for the final fitting.
It is difficult predict when you will have to get your veneers replaced. How well you take care of the veneers id one factor that will have incredible bearing on their life longevity. Good oral hygiene and regular dental visits are a must to protect your restorations. How experienced the particular dentist who performed your smile makeover was will also come into play. Some dentists have patients who come in frequently with veneers that have fallen off or have otherwise become damaged. In many of these situations, the dentist performed inept work that lead to premature failure. A common mistake is insufficient tooth preparation, which creates a week bond between the veneer and the tooth. If you want to enjoy your investment to the fullest, pick a good dentist from the get-go and keep your teeth in check. Good luck!…
Amitabh Bachchan, Hrithik Roshan and Shahrukh Khan’s Power Ramp Walk for Karan Johar
At HDIL Couture week 2010
Two is a company and three’s crowd! Not exactly, when threesome are Amitabh Bachchan, Hrithik Roshan and Shahrukh Khan that too setting the ramp on fire.
Getting showstoppers from Bollywood is not that tough, it’s just the matter of time which assures that they are free from their hectic shooting schedules. But at HDIL Couture week 2010, the king of casting coup pulled a memorable show for his designer brand. Karan Johar and Varun Bahl new line of splendid clothes for men was no less dramatic than a film.
Amitabh dressed in black from top to bottom walked the ramp like a king while Hrithik’s charismatic looks teamed with attire reminiscent of mighty knights and the lords of bygone era left the onlookers spellbound. Yes the collection was inspired by the Victorian era and had formal wears like suits, shirts, overcoats and also men’s accessories.
However the finale by Shahrukh and the jig on the ramp was just what everyone wanted to see – Bollywood at its best. Dancing to the tune of “Shava Shava” and “Ek Pal Ka Jeena”, the show was a thrilling experience for all who were seated there.
Karan knows how to attract his audiences through his films, and one can’t question his designing credibility. This man can not only write reams and reams on romance, he is creative too about the cuts as well as the silhouette.
For the last year show, Ranbir Kapoor and Imran Khan were on ramp. Apart from the showstoppers, the show has many guests from the industry frat, SRK’s wife Gauri Khan was present there along with the bubbly Preity Zinta, sisters Karisma and Kareena Kapoor were in attendance, Saif Ali Khan, Anil Kapoor with daughter Sonam, Rani Mukerji, Hrithik’s wife Sussanne, Urmila Matondkar, Raveena Tandon, Rahul Khanna, Dino Morea all were there cheering for their favourite director as well as the designer.…
Eco Shopping Bags
Are you doing your part to help with the environment? If not then maybe you should think about it, every company should do their part to help if possible and it can be such a simple task, I am not saying that you should change the way your company is to help out but even just a little change like the type of carrier bag you use goes a long way.
If you deal with products day in and day out that are handed over to customers it is likely that you provide them with shopping gags to hold their products, think about the amount of carrier bags you go through in a day, week, month, year… the amount will be very high and each one of the bags went towards harming the environment when they were manufactured, so why not change that? There are a lot of companies world wide that offer eco friendly shopping bags, they are just as strong, fully recyclable and help keep the environment safe.
If you are worried about printing on them and displaying your logo don’t be, these bags can be printed on in exactly the same way and can be colour coded to match your company, it is simply a matter of changing supplier. OK you may not want to leave your supplier but if you do tell them why, you never know they may realise that it is the way forward and look into eco friendly products themselves. Do you part to help the environment, change to eco shopping bags today.…
Complement Your Outfit With Designer Shoes
Most women and many men too have a love for designer shoes, as almost no one can resist a beautiful pair of shoes that can complement your attire. Such shoes are very much in demand because of the brand name and the high quality associated with it. They also offer great comfort and a status to the wearer. They can add that extra glamour to the attire. There are many fashion designers creating such shoes that are suitable for all kinds of lifestyles, from the busy ones to the relaxed ones and for both modern and conventional tastes.
Though some people consider spending money on such footwear a waste, it can be said that it is quite a good investment as they can last for a pretty long time. The workmanship and designing is excellent not to speak of the quality. However, before purchasing such expensive footwear, it would be a good idea to give careful consideration to the size and design and make sure that it is an original brand. This is because there are a lot of fraudulent companies in the market posing to offer branded footwear, but which may not actually be so.
Decide a budget when considering the purchase of designer shoes, the first thing to do is to set a budget and then start browsing through the collections of the top designers. You can then make a choice according to your individual taste. Do a thorough research before deciding to buy such shoes. You can also visit the website to know more about the designer and the kind of shoes that they have been offering through the years, the feedback from users and customers and so on.
Additionally, it is important to pay attention to the size and the comfort factor of the shoes. Don not pick up something just because it looks stylish. It should also be comfortable while wearing. Moreover, do not get carried away by the prices. Some of the shoes will be very low priced ones, and this should immediately alert you, as they may not be an original brand. It is better to try on the shoes and then buy them. When buying such shoes, make sure that you try them on wearing the socks, as they might then prove to be tight after you buy them and might not be so comfortable. Buy a brand that is both durable and fitting in with your budget. It is better to go in for timeless designs while selecting such expensive designer shoes, as you can wear them for several types of occasions, both casual and formal for many years.…
Designer Jeans And Men’s Fashion
There is lots of variety when it comes to men’s fashion even though this was not always the case. There was a time when the colors and styles where pretty much standard and the changes made were slow compared to women’s clothing. These days, even designer jeans come in a number of styles and cuts to suit every man’s taste.
Designer jeans are better than regular jeans in most cases, though not always. They tend to be well tailored and they fit better. The material is usually of a better quality. These can be paired with a jacket for a business casual look or a night out. Jeans come in a number of cuts and styles, but they are usually roomier for men.
One of the most important items for a man to have is a suit. Men’s suits come in handy when a person needs to dress up for a formal occasion. In a business environment they are usually the standard. It is best to go for high quality fabrics and construction as a suit should last for years if it is well kept.
Men’s dress shoes come in a variety of styles and there are many to choose from. This is based on ones personality and preference. Some shoes have extreme styles while others are more low-key. Since slacks are usually in standard neutrals like black, it is best to make sure that the shoes are in the same colors for a uniformed look.
Men’s dress shirts come in a variety of fabrics and colors. The colors of these fabrics are worn close to the skin, so it is a good idea to choose colors based on one’s skin tone. The fabric of the shirt depends on where it will be worn. Some fabrics are more casual than others creating a sporty look while others tend to be more formal. It helps to know what is in style so that one can make the right choose.
There are ways to find out what is current in men’s fashion. There is always information on various websites and any magazines are now dedicated to men’s clothing. If you can afford it, an image consultant can also help in finding a look that works for you. A close friend who is usually open and hones with you can also help in deciding what to wear.
The idea is not to be obsessed with what is happening right now, but to stay current. When a person knows what is appropriate for them, it is easier to stay focused and not get carried away with all the changes that may take place in men’s fashion. Men’s clothing has been one with few changes in the past, but that is all changed now as more choices have been created.
Clothing is an investment, because it says much about a person. It is true that what is inside a person is the most important thing, but people cannot see your heart from a distance. Most times a person makes a judgment of someone by the way they look. This may seem shallow, but it is the truth. That’s why it is important to be yourself and look your personal best.…
Aspiration Is Pointless
Aspiration
We are a culture obsessed with an insatiable need to look perfect, yet very few are, most of us just day dream about a life of “if onlys”. Spending 10,000 pounds to get your teeth fixed is pointless if you are not happy and never smile.
The truth is the patterns we have embedded into our lives have clouded everything that is real leaving us a nation of disillusioned and disappointed people. Happiness cannot be bought, manufactured or found in any high street store. Happiness cannot be found by looking like your favourite celebrity or copying how they dress. You cannot have Jordan’s life no matter how hard you try it is already taken and belongs only to her, the product of her own creation.
“You have your own life so get on with it. Aspiration is pointless.”
If Brad Pitt treats himself to a A�50 million yacht you can bet George Clooney will pull up next to him in a A�100 million yacht, bigger, faster and more flash. Aspiring to something materially to make you who you are is pointless and will leave you with a huge dose of “Status Anxiety”
“No one cares what colour your sofa is.”
If a short millionaire playboy with no hair or teeth driving a flash red Ferrari asked you on a date ask yourself would you consider the man without the car and the money?
“There’s only one thing to aspire to today, to be the best you can be from the inside out.”
Aspiration has got us nowhere except in debt. There is no point buying 10 ballgowns with matching bag and shoes if you never go to ball.
“You might look a little out of place down the chippy.”
Aspiring to look like an airbrushed model on TV who says she looks fantastic because she eats a certain brand of cereal is pointless if you are a size 20 and prefer 10 slices of buttered toast for breakfast.
There is no instant fix to a perfect life but one thing we can be sure of, happiness comes from being yourself.…
A Fashion Saga: Wouters and Frieling Join Dries Van Noten’s List of Collaborators
Earlier this week I posted an article on Dries van Noten’s collaboration with photographer James Reeve. Today I want to extend that piece by taking a look at another outstanding collaborative project van Noten did with the typographer Job Wouters (also known as Letman) and visual artist Gijs Frieling.
Gijs Frieling is celebrated for his big and small scale painted murals and installations. He works with several highly-trained and skilled assistants, who are commissioned to help him complete his projects. Regardless of how big or small a mural or installment is, Frieling insists that every stroke of paint is done by hand, with no initial sketches or layouts done on the surface beforehand. In other words, Frieling works in free hand, allowing for a very real and very raw finish, all of which are remarkably close to perfection (who needs a pre-sketch when you have a steady hand?)
Job Wouters is a typographer with a great love for letters. What does a love for letters entail? Well, it entails designs that are free-flowing and colourful, illustrations that lure you into fascination, and graffiti that makes any nay-sayer think of street script more as an art than a nuisance. From campaign and promotional posters to designs for books and album sleeves, Wouters’ designs are welcome in almost every corner of the art world.
Imagine then, with a duo like Frieling and Wouters by his side, what Dries van Noten managed to assemble for his Autumn Winter 2012 collection. Held in the Grand Palais in Paris, France, van Noten’s runway show offered onlookers (and the fashion world at large) a presentation of his new collection that fused the beauty of several different art forms in one location, and during one fluid span of time.
Instead of a traditional runway show, Dries van Noten presented his new collection in a space where Frieling, Wouters and a number of participating artists were simultaneously fully immersed in painting murals onto the walls. As models walked down the makeshift runway, the audience sat on their left and the painters were hard at work on their right. To imagine such a display of artistry, where two crafts are united, is both incredible and inspiring.
As far as the clothes go, van Noten’s collection reflected the colourful and liberal designs of both Frieling and Wouters. “Mens collections the last years are very serious and I wanted to bring a kind of fun, some craziness in the collection,” says van Noten. ” I think in menswear everything is about balance. So, you can do crazy prints but then you have to find the right styles to do it.”
And right there are. Fashion lovers and artists alike expressed immense appreciation for van Noten’s designs, accepting them not only as daring and eccentric, but also universal. “People will wear these clothes in a restaurant and in the street,” says Gijs Frieling. “It’s a very public art.”
Van Noten is not the first fashion designer to reach out to different sorts of artists for the sake of leading the fashion world in a new, fresh direction. For example, Ann Demeulemeester has collaborated with several different artists, including singer songwriter Patti Smith, as well as artists Jim Dine and Rodney Graham.…
School Outfit Ideas
When trying out new innovations on the attire to wear at school, experimenting is the key. Experimenting and mix-matching clothes is really fun. When talking about girl’s wear, there can be many options and enumerating them can be tedious. To find out new attires for school, you can simply look in your dresser and start mix-matching your clothes and you will surely have a great outfit idea. In this article, you will find the common outfit ideas for this year.
For a teenage girl, school’s first day is very important. Changing fashion and the abundance of fashion options make dressing up for the first day of school both easy and difficult. Below are some ideas on what you can wear on your first day of school.
One of the clothes that never go out of trend are skirts. There are many styles of skirts available that would fit your body type and personality. Floral skirts and plain miniskirts are good to wear in school. Simply avoid straight fit skirts for they make you uncomfortable and restrict movements. There is a wide variety of skirts to choose from. You can try short skirts, pleated, checkered, bohemian, plain, printed and divided to make you look confident and girly.
Leggings are another option for school outfits. You can mix dark leggings with a dressy top that drops down your waist. If you prefer printed top, choose the one with large prints. When you pair plain top with leggings, you can wear additional accessories like necklace or bracelet. You can also wear shorts or skirt over the leggings. This can also be a good concert attire especially when matched with stone earrings and high heels.
A dress gives you a more feminine look. However, when wearing dress to school, you should handle it with care. Wearing a dull dress would make you look too casual or would make it seem like you are attending a new year’s party. When you prefer to wear dress to school, choose dresses with pastel prints. This would look good when paired with a dark sweater. For your accessories, you can wear a necklace with nice pendant and little studs.
The classic outfit that never go out of fashion are denim jeans. Since it is versatile, you can pair it with almost everything starting from simple tops, sweatshirts, shirts, dressy tops and t-shirts. Faded jeans look trendy especially when paired with dark, plain top and heavy accessories.
Now you know the basic outfits to wear at school. For your first day simply remember to dress smartly, wear your gorgeous smile and the right attitude.…
Shop Online and Get Great-Looking Accessories at a Steal
Browsing and shopping on the web for jewelry, watches, and other accessories to polish off a look or to give as gifts to close friends and family can offer many benefits. Online shopping can save customers fuel, time and energy lost walking to and from retail stores. Great deals are also offered by many online merchants. Whether you’re thinking of small items like little trinkets and cufflinks or designer jewelry pieces, you can discover how to save money shopping online at xmas. With a myriad of hot and innovative designs on accessories and apparel on offer, fashion shopping online comes with far less aggravation than if you’re to battle it out with crowds during holiday sales.
This Christmas season, you need not despair because online sites offering fabulous accessory finds are coming to the rescue. Try visiting retail companies offering a plethora of high fashion brands of accessories at special rates. Some online companies specializing on quality apparel usually pick out the best styles to polish off your holiday look. When shopping for Christmas presents, cash-strapped consumers also turn to coupons or credit card reward points to save money. Special coupons used for transacting have a number called the promo code. By using these coupons, web shoppers get to enjoy cost savings. Let’s say your heart’s set on purchasing a pair of sequined flats, a chic and feminine timepiece bearing a quality brand, silver plated necklace or stacked bracelets, or a special messenger-style bag, among others. Even if only one or two of these items are all you can afford, you can still enjoy savings from special deals offered online. Simple yet stylish pieces of jewelry/accessories
The cutest boots and pendants, fashionable aviators, or one-of-a-kind sneakers and the loveliest bags may be purchased online at a steal. To learn how to save money shopping online at xmas, keep browsing and checking out company websites with a clearance section. Even by using keywords of brands you are fixated on may lead to useful product information and land you in sites of stores offering discounts on authentic goods. Check the prices along with the product descriptions and photos, and develop a keen sense of spotting good buys. Happy online shopping!…