6 smart summer buys Aug 11, 2009
To stay cool, rely on lightweight skirts and tops, sleeveless dresses, pops of bright color and plenty of breezy white pieces. The best part: Stores have fantastic summer clothes on sale right now so they can make space for fall styles, which we won't need for at least a couple of months. (AZCentral -- Style)
Women's Travel Clothes - The Little... Aug 11, 2009
One of the best ways to succeed with light weight packing is to take one piece to use as an anchor, and to tweak it with wraps, scarves, gauzy tops, sweaters, and anything else a gal can find ... com has Karen Kane tops that work well with skirts, pants, and jeans ... Online styles are always changing, so use these dresses, skirts, and tops as a reference point. (Suite101.com)
Dress code relaxed Aug 6, 2009
Similar changes apply to shirts, other approved tops and coats. Other aspects of the dress code remain the same, Hodges said. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Dubai's glamour doesn't have to break the bank Aug 6, 2009
The glass-and-metal behemoth tops out at more than 2,600 feet, though its exact height remains a secret ... Vacation stops, manage subscriptions and more. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
What I hate about eating out Aug 6, 2009
Dirty table tops Grotty bathrooms Cold plates. Soggy salads. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Sturgis long a favorite locale to tie the knot Aug 3, 2009
The store has rally decor on hand to complete the ceremony from start to finish, with wedding dress tops that fit over leathers and just married signs for bikes. "The signs for the back of the bike are biggie," Roth said. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
BUDGET BIRTHDAYS: Skip the licensed characters and go for homemade fun with these party themes Aug 2, 2009
At the second station, kids could try their hand at the "Ring Toss." Chris lined up two boxes of bottled water and bought small plastic rings that fit over the tops ... When the music stops, each child grabs a chair ... Scour your closet or the local thrift shop for hats, gloves, necklaces, scarves, glittery tops and boas the guests can use to dress up. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
la belly vita (4) Aug 1, 2009
Maternity clothes are cut differently tops and dresses are designed to be longer in the front than the back in order to cover the belly and still maintain an even hemline ... A couple of maternity tops in basic colors but not too much black. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
How to Dress Your Body Type Pear ... Aug 1, 2009
If the stomach is flat and sexy, cropped tops will also help the bottom half of the body look more balanced ... Muffin tops will not help balance the body. (Suite101.com)
Beach glass jewelry invited to Shasa party Aug 1, 2009
The handwoven pintucked cotton tops and pants pictured here were made in Indonesia. On the front outfit, the warp is gold and the weft is blue, creating a subtle sheen. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Forever in blue jeans Jul 31, 2009
It will offer knit tops for the holiday season, allowing "our customer base to buy Citizens of Humanity products at a lower price.". After all, as retail brand and design expert Ken Nisch notes, you can sell "three or four tops for every bottom." Jeans makers, he says, have to become "lifestyle companies" with non-denim clothes and accessories to thrive. (USA Today -- Money)
Two-minute drill: Dogs recruiting class best in SEC? Jul 31, 2009
Florida is probably tops in the sec though as far as average star rating with dawgs only slighly behind ... Vacation stops, manage subscriptions and more. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
CAPITAL CULTURE: Chicago turns 'Milan of Midwest' Jul 28, 2009
They wear chic but commonsense coats that keep them warm in the winters - and those famous sleeveless tops favored by the first lady in the summer. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Leaving Lagos Jul 25, 2009
Most men wore "boubou" and "sokoto", that is, traditional trousers and tops, made from wax-printed cotton. Probably because I had no business in banks and offices, I did not meet any man in Italian-cut suits and London-tailored T M Lewin shirts which are the trendy wears in Lagos. (BBC News -- Africa)
Arlington resident wins caption contest Jul 24, 2009
To a certain cadre of armchair comedians it is the tops, a triumph both democratic and aristocratic ... The man is on the phone and there is a filing cabinet behind him and in the distance, the tops of skyscrapers. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Wall Street Journal, in article on cankles, calls Hillary Clintons office for comment Jul 24, 2009
In the 18th century, a fat stomach was called a "corporation." By the mid-19th century, it was known as a "bay window." "Love handles" emerged in the 1960s and "muffin tops" surfaced a few years ago when tight, low-rise jeans became the style. Before there were cankles, chunky ankles were known as "stovepipe legs," Ms. Kemp says. (Harper's Magazine)
The fairy treatment Jul 23, 2009
While the fantasy factor has worked well for Tutu Workshop, Lee opined that one can also use her tutus as an accessory with jeans, tights, T-shirts and tube tops. There is a lot of sweet loveliness involved, very romantic, she enthused. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
House dressing Jul 22, 2009
The uniform in his kitchen is khaki shorts and white tops (hospital scrubs); the heat from the wood-fueled oven is intense. Barnes wears a button-down shirt with the restaurant logo. (Boston Globe)
More of this story Jul 22, 2009
At the junior high, the board adopted changes to the dress code to provide that dresses must be a least knee length, and tops can not show cleavage. The policy changes also prohibit junior high students from driving and from being on the high school parking lot before and after school. (Hamburg Ashley County Ledger, AR)
Going green doesnt mean avoiding big stores Jul 21, 2009
Look for Ts, skirts and tops from Loomstate, a cutting-edge sustainable line that Im continually pining for. Though Im not currently looking to improve upon my home, I now know where Ill go when it comes time to give my abode a green facelift. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Women: Create a Basic Wardrobe Jul 21, 2009
Essential Tops for Your Wardrobe. Line your closet with tops that fit well and look great ... You should have five long sleeved tops. (Suite101.com)
Lobster in the rough Jul 19, 2009
The scenery is top notch at the Cape Pier Chowder House (79 Pier Road, Cape Porpoise, Kennebunkport, 207-967-0123, ), which tops a pier in a traditional lobstering village ... Five Islands Lobster (1447 Five Islands Road, Georgetown, 207-371-2990, ) tops a lot of lists for favorite lobster shack, and for good reasons. (Boston Globe)
Jobless rate tops 10 percent in 15 states, DC Jul 18, 2009
Vacation stops, manage subscriptions and more. AJC Services. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Tabasco makes Avery Island one hot trip Jul 18, 2009
He then blended it with French white wine vinegar and aged it another 30 days before bottling it in small glass vessels fitted with sprinkler tops (to moderate usage of the spicy concoction) ... Vacation stops, manage subscriptions and more. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Keep Your Clothes Longer Jul 16, 2009
Some chairs, desks and counters can do a real number on your favorite tops and pants. Your Comments. (W-USA News, DC)
Disney sets out to make 'The Passion for kids' Jul 13, 2009
Sacha Baron-Cohen's latest movie tops chart after US release ... Sacha Baron-Cohen's latest movie tops chart after US release. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
Delta's red dresses don't fit, Northwest union says Jul 11, 2009
Flight attendants can wear other pieces including slacks, tops and blue dresses in larger sizes ... Vacation stops, manage subscriptions and more. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
FHS modifies school uniform dress code for ’09-10 Jul 9, 2009
Cap sleeve shirts will be among items that are prohibited also including denim, sleeveless tops, labels, insignias, print, writing or monogramming. Belts must be either brown, black, red, white or blue in color. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Back to School on a Budget Jul 8, 2009
Those spaghetti-strapped tops may look cute, but chances are they aren't appropriate. Save on School Supplies. (Suite101.com)
Fashion gossip this week Jul 7, 2009
Plastic bottle tops and other items have been transformed into chandeliers for the White House ... Referring to Kate's Topshop line, Lily told Britain's More magazine: "We won't do a fashion line together. I think she does very well on her own. I'm doing a jewellery range this year though and I've done some modelling for someone but I can't tell you who. It's very, very good though. Joe Jonas can't knot ties. The 19-year-old singer reportedly has to rely on his brother Kevin (21) who joins him... (iAfrica.com)
Recycled fashion a hit Jul 6, 2009
Plastic bottle tops and other items have been transformed into chandeliers for the White House. We speak to Hlubi Mboya about life, love, career, and her role as an HIV/Aids ambassador. (iAfrica.com)
BIZARRE [SUN] Jul 5, 2009
SALES of Jacko tops and morbid bus tours are soaring in LA - just days after legend dies ... MODEL stops traffic in London during shoot after wrapping up her first year at university. (The Drudge Report)
Fashion/Shopping Blog Jul 5, 2009
Purple has emerged as the color of choice for knit tops with volume, blouses, shifts and sheaths, trench coats and tailored suiting. Prints and fabrics like lace, wool tweeds, velvet, jacquards and paisleys play an important part, adding depth to this fashion landscape. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Tips on dressing for interviews Jul 5, 2009
Tops and shirts should be freshly pressed, with no stains and all buttons intact ... Same for sleeveless tops, unless under a sweater or jacket. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Summery sips Jul 4, 2009
Here's the place you said is tops to watch the celebration for our country's independence ... Vacation stops, manage subscriptions and more. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
No cramp in shop's style Jul 4, 2009
Reaver's sale prices average $15 for women's tops, skirts, pants and average $22 for dresses. Some special occasion clothes cost more as does some of her new jewelry, hats and many designer bags. (Honolulu Advertiser)
'Nearly Naked' fireworks stand sparks neighborhood anger Jul 3, 2009
BRET HERE wrote on Jul 2, 2009 2:55 PM:" I bet the park Annie Cleays is whining about is full of girls with bikini tops on all weekend, will she gripe about that? ". dingbat wrote on Jul 2, 2009 3:05 PM:" To Rikk Martin...here's a prospect for ya...how about "Nearly Naked Christmas Trees" this December...little red string bikinis, black boots and Santa hats! The public would go wild then, huh? LOL! Especially since it will be freezing and we all know what happens under a bikini top when women... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Two, Three Button Suits Which is ... Jul 3, 2009
The two button suit has been increasingly in popularity over the course of the last few years, and is now quite easily the more common of the two styles, especially amongst designer labels as the style is currently the tops when it comes to fashion. The two button suit is an excellent choice for casual wear, lending itself perfectly to being worn with denim, whether that be designer jeans or even quality vintage jeans with a slight tint or wash. (Suite101.com)
James Howard Kunstler on Michael Jackson as America Jul 2, 2009
There will be an autopsy, accusations and recriminations. There will be lawsuits and investigations. (Harper's Magazine)
US men’s soccer team hopes to stay relevant Jun 30, 2009
They can t let their defenders get spun like tops. And they can t have men red-carded in the 33d and 57th minutes, as the Yanks did in their two prelim losses. (Boston Globe)
Dior, Lanvin offer men new fashion freedom Jun 29, 2009
" Van Assche, who has only been at Dior's since mid 2007, paraded wide fluid trousers worn with layers of tank tops and shirts. Sticking largely to the house's iconic blacks and whites, with browns and beige thrown in for good measure, the designer sliced sleeves off jackets that were thrown over longer tops in line with his taste for mixing and layering. He also went for models with muscles and physique, breaking with the sapling-thin often androgynous men favoured by his Dior predecessor Hedi... (Channelnewsasia.com)
Jackson death tops headlines in China Jun 27, 2009
by Xinhua writers Shi Rong, Gui Tao, Miao Xiaojuan. BEIJING, June 26 (Xinhua) -- The death of American singer Michael Jackson became top news on Chinese websites, with China's largest website Sina. (Xinhuanet, China)
School uniform standards relaxed, other code changes proposed Jun 26, 2009
Girls at the secondary level will be allowed to wear sleeveless shirts again, for example, so long as those shirts are not tank tops or have spaghetti straps. Of, course halter or tube tops are not allowed, nor are midriffs or garments that show cleavage ... The district is also emphasizing no tank tops or muscle shirts for boys. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
Muslim makeover Jun 25, 2009
She plays with both fabric and cut to achieve her design mantra of "modern yet modest", and even stitches hijabs into hooded tracksuit tops so that women can exercise in comfort. But Rabia does not only want to dress Arab women, and is targeting Muslims right across the world, including in the West and further afield. (BBC News -- Africa)
How my big fat Greek wedding went viral Jun 24, 2009
The groomsmen wore tight black tops with pink braces, which matched the bridesmaids' gowns, spotted wedding cake, Playboy-tagged champagne flutes and satin table decorations. To top it off, some of the 220 guests were ferried to and from the wedding in three stretch Hummers with fur interiors, and the bride and groom were introduced for their bridal waltz with WWE wrestling-style fireworks. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Blue NYC becomes denimrack Jun 20, 2009
Denimrack also sells accessories, bags and tops. Hickey's bricks-and-mortar plus e-commerce operation, however, is no exclusive denim boutique selling a few high-end brands. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
All a click'n'drag for collage kids Jun 19, 2009
IN THE fashion world, countless looks have taken shape on the inspiration boards of designers and stylists: collages that put strappy Louboutins, say, next to a boho Talitha Getty of the '60s, Pucci print tops from the runways, a Marc Jacobs ring and a tangle of wool. It's the game of "what if" that keeps people recombining the DNA of style. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
No Underwear, No Deodorant, No Job? Jun 19, 2009
The pervasiveness of young ladies' (the use of "ladies" is with strong reservation) without bras, exposed thongs, exposed bottoms, and tops cut waaaaay too low is simply unnecessary. Men with pants belted well below their behinds and all manner of other inappropriate dress needs to be corrected. (CBS News)
Fitness Magazine Offers Workout Routines and Bike Exercises to Get Your Bikini Body Ready for Summer Jun 19, 2009
come complete with coordinated hats, tops and shorts or pants. They are broken out by activity, including for walking, running or just covering up at the pool or beach. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Modest swim suits, when less skin is better Jun 19, 2009
Her sun-protective suits feature both dark- and brightly-colored tops that go above the collarbones and wrists, and pants that reach the ankles. They resemble running suits, or maybe water-proof pajamas. (USA Today -- News)
Two societies: One for the left, one for everyone else Jun 18, 2009
(older than 14 days). Article rated a 5 by 1 users. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Build a better burger Jun 17, 2009
Add the cheese to the tops of the burgers during the last minute of cooking. Serve immediately, on the buns topped with a large dollop of the chimichurri sauce and sliced onions. (Montana Standard, MT)
High school policy could flunk students after three absences Jun 17, 2009
ksgovols wrote on Jun 16, 2009 7:46 PM:" Time for time was a stupid idea, but this new policy tops even that.Grades are what they are. You shouldn't be able to reduce potentially an A to an F based on missing 3 days of school without an excuse that might be entirely subjective. If they're skipping school, arrest them for truancy. If they are passing their classes in spite of their truancy.............so?They aren't doing anything productive in time for time. What sort of productive things will... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Lafayette Newsstand Jun 16, 2009
Johnson would be the one to usher everyone out of the building, flames nipping at his high tops but ice in his veins ... The Morning Call/ By Andre D. Williams Lafayette experienced a 10-minute stretch in the second half of its Patriot League contest against Holy Cross where shots did not fall, where defensive stops were not made, and where a game that was tied just got away Saturday afternoon in Easton ... The game employed a modified scoring system that awarded the offense points for first... (Goleopards.com)
Heat Up Your Night With Summer Fashions Jun 16, 2009
Feminine dresses in flattering silhouettes and sexy, night-out tops are still very much in, Bergamotto said ... You can wear night-out tops like these with jeans, leggings, or skirts. (CBS News -- Early Show)
We Want Women, Not Little Girls Jun 16, 2009
The backlash of the love generation birthed in little boy s runner shorts and tight tank tops ... It came to fruition in the 90s, when didn t even try to hide her teen-esque style in the guise of a fashion statement: Tube tops, taut jeans and tans screamed, Look at my tits ... When females tube tops began to sag and their tans wrinkled, rather than evolve, they nipped and tucked. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Suitable Fabric for English Paper P... Jun 16, 2009
A visit to any specialist museum such as the Metropolitan Museum in New York or the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, both of which have collections of quilts, will reveal that a substantial number of the patchwork tops are made of cotton. Using Scraps in Patchwork. (Suite101.com)
I can see by your outfit that you're from Idaho Jun 16, 2009
He's wearing camo from neck to shoe tops, and, improbably, high-top basketball sneakers. 1C (Camas County) - Baseball cap with an NRA logo, with Willie Nelson-style white beard. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Reservations lacking basic health care Jun 16, 2009
She says she eventually lost the tops of her fingers and the top layer of skin. The same clinic failed to diagnose Victor Brave Thunder with congestive heart failure, giving him Tylenol and cough syrup when he told a doctor he was uncomfortable and had not slept for several days. (MSNBC -- Health)
Teen tennis star Julia Keenan attracting notice for her play and attire Jun 6, 2009
And, due to the Saints' uniforms hum-drum blue tops and white skirts she'll have to wait until those later tournaments to come out in full Rafa attire. "But I still wear the bandanna, so that's fine," she said. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Yakima cracks down on 'cleavage of the buttocks' Jun 5, 2009
max wrote on Jun 4, 2009 10:51 AM:" so now they want to be the fashion police and they think that they won't be challenged? How about low-rise pants on people w/muffin tops, obese people in spandex,or all of the people that appear in public w/shower shoes? I'm not wild about the g-string baristas (when I have kids in the car), but I can choose to/not to patronize any establishment. ". Realist wrote on Jun 4, 2009 10:56 AM:" Just say no.... to crack. ". (Longview Daily News, WA)
Plimsolls step it up for summer Jun 1, 2009
Whether the plimsolls in question are the white canvas version first designed by badminton champ Jack Purcell in 1935 (for the footwear division of BF Goodrich; the eponymous Purcells are now peddled by Converse and are tops, in my view); the scuffed Chuck Taylors of stroppy Lower East Side punks; or the Dodger-blue Vans of contemporary Mission District hipsters, the strength of the plimsoll is its simplicity of form and materials. Never turning their back on their sporty past, plimsolls... (San Francisco Chronicle)
The case for dress standards in court May 31, 2009
Women with high hemlines or low-cut tops used to bother Common Pleas Judge Christine A. Ward when she worked in the family division, though she said they were a rare sight. "It doesn't give me the best impression of the attorney, because in my opinion you should have enough sense to be dressed appropriately, but it's not going to affect the case," said Judge Ward, who now handles business cases in the civil division, where she sees nothing but snappy dressers. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Swimsuits For Women Of Every Body Type May 30, 2009
Monahan also suggest avoiding bandeau style tops that accentuate the width of the chest, instead of offering the lifting affect of a halter. The boy-shaped model wore a cut out one piece (Victorias Secret $60, Ralph Lauren shoes) that Monahan said, will create feminine curves -- the goal for this body type. (CBS News -- Early Show)
When youre on the water, think safety May 27, 2009
A room full of people showed up, many with kayaks strapped to the tops of their vehicles, to listen to the wisdom of a group of volunteers with enough horror stories to make even the most fashion conscious wrap themselves in a life jacket. No longer called PFD s or personal floatation device, the proper name is good old-fashioned life jacket. (Westerly Sun, RI)