Floral flourish to French fashion May 26, 2008
To add variety, belt buckles are also free to rotate - to the side, or even to the back. Agnes b is known for its "balanced" style which is never too much: never too girly and never too sexy. (Xinhuanet, China)
Photos Show $22M In Counterfeit Designer Goods May 22, 2008
The container had bags, belt buckles, jewelry and clothes. The government is assessing civil penalties against those involved. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Blowin' in the wind - in Corpus May 4, 2008
You see belt buckles that could double as salad plates, old men playing cards in public places and although there are only 12 heads in the bar, cases of beer sitting iced in satellite wash tubs for that party that could happen any minute. My Southwest flight attendant knows what I'm talking about. (Florida Times-Union)
Open house at Richland County Historical Society Apr 19, 2008
So far, Johnson expects items such as quilts, belt buckles, baseball cards, antique kitchen utensils and much more. "We're hoping everyone who comes in will sign our large book," said Johnson. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Go hip with hip-hop style Apr 18, 2008
Wrist bands, large ornamental belt buckles, brass knuckles and belly chains, layered gold plated chains, crystal studs, are some of them. Latest trend in hip-hop is hipster inspired style of dressing called as pre-hop style. (India Times, India)
From Russia With Cash Apr 11, 2008
Men strutting around with diamond-encrusted belt buckles, women dripping with jewels, wearing their hair as blonde as chemically possible. Everyone shopped at Neiman-Marcus. (Forbes -- Business)
Images capture long-ago summer moments Apr 4, 2008
" During the exhibit, the third floor Patricia Izzo Fine Art Photography Gallery showcases her work, along with images from artists B.T. Charles, Joe Crachiola, Elayne Gross, Marianne Letasi, Teresa Louisias, R.W. Stewart, Elaine Redmond and S. Kay Young. In the second floor gallery, handmade pieces crafted from everyday items such as belt buckles and street signs come to life at the hands of artists Paul Balog, Tim Burke, Nancy Byrum, Rick Chaedel, Mary Ellen Croci, the late Arnold Dreifuss,... (The News-Herald)
Spring fashion offers styles from whimsical to urban Mar 18, 2008
Interesting trends in men's accessories include cuff links, statement watches, novel belt buckles, big carry-alls and casual brimmed straw hats. "The fashion sneaker is the 'it' thing this spring," said Alison Sokolove, a fashion editor and trend analyst with the Tobe Report. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Gold rush: Record high turns jewelry boxes into treasure chests Mar 15, 2008
She had necklaces, anniversary pins, old broaches and some earrings that are questionable, as well as a plastic bag of belt buckles and old watches. Justin Cain of River City Gold and Silver Exchange appraises a piece of jewelry brought in by a customer. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Some belt buckles can get you arrested Feb 11, 2008
SINGAPORE: There are belt buckles and there are those that can get you into trouble, even if they all are being sold in the local malls as fashion accessories. Already, two youths are believed to have fallen afoul of the law in Singapore for wearing the shiny metal pieces on their belts the buckles they owned resembled a knuckleduster, a prohibited item by law. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Brown Shoe steps it up Feb 11, 2008
Hardware ranging from belt buckles to jewelry adorns them. One board, titled "High Drama," includes pictures of chunky high heels in bright oranges, reds and purples. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Post-Quake Paso Robles Feb 10, 2008
Boot Barn Western Wear still outfits the locals with Wranglers, Stetsons and belt buckles the size of softballs. One can ride the mechanical bull at Big Bubba's Bad BBQ, attend the cattle drive and bean feed on Pioneer Day (Oct. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
New boutique's got mojo working Feb 10, 2008
"I was a stay-at-home mom for the last five years, and during this time I did lots of research and made my dream a reality."This whole idea of a boutique came about when I began collecting vintage belt buckles. I must have collected almost 75, and now I'm selling them. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Jian Ghomeshi Feb 7, 2008
If I ever wear any jewellery any rings or belt buckles they're silver. Friends of mine who see the interior of this car say, 'Oh, that's Jian. (Globe and Mail)
Kidman and Urban name their clothing line "Hank Evie" Jan 31, 2008
The couple will later on expand their collection, adding among others pajamas, boxers, belt buckles and other items into their fashion line. Meanwhile, it's been an official issue that Nicole and Keith are expecting their first child together. (Xinhuanet, China)
Stars' pet names join in sartorial union Jan 30, 2008
In the latest in an avalanche of celebrity label ranges the country music crooner has trademarked the phrase in both Australia and the US, a move that allows the pair to start selling everything from belt buckles to clothing, shoes, bags, boxer shorts and pyjamas ... Urban already sells earrings, necklaces, belt buckles and T-shirts through his website. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Living it up country style Jan 26, 2008
First held in 1973, the annual Tamworth Country Music Festival has grown into a noisy, joyous 10-day extravaganza attracting 50,000 people to the town and doubling its population with a seemingly endless supply of cowboys wearing 10-gallon hats and hub cap-sized belt buckles. For cowgirls it's diamante-studded buckles and really, really big hair. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Starting their engines Jan 23, 2008
Bruce Rossmeyer's store only has one bike in it - a 2008 XL 1200N Nightster in orange and black (about $10,000), though you can order others - but it has plenty of accessories: leather jackets, boots, belt buckles, and the like. Ladies, check out the Cycle Diva leather jacket embellished with clear Swarovski Crystals ($415). (Boston Globe)
Santas let their hair down at lunch Jan 21, 2008
It also included several vendor exhibits at which year-round Santas equipped with personal digital assistants and cellphones could sort through new Santa suits, belt buckles, jewelry and walking sticks. For those in search of their next gig, materials were available on a placement service called SantaForHire. (Los Angeles Times)
New Season Debuts In Harper Jan 10, 2008
Added to the 2008 show to go along with the special embroidered jackets donated by various businesses and individuals were also new silver belt buckles, donated by Wild Ride Ministries. Youths claiming those honors in their respective animal divisions were as follows. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Lone Star state's new source of light Dec 28, 2007
So it was that a principal in Fort Davis, at a school so small it had perhaps eight boys of the right age, mentioned one who had won belt buckles in rodeos, and prizes for showing pigs, and had horses at home, and was preternaturally self-composed. That's how Kulukundis, who regularly casts Anderson's films, came to do improv with Dillon Freasier, "and he just stayed in my mind, so I called (his mother) at home and asked if it was all right if I could come over that night.". (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Mother-daughter duo team up with new shop Dec 21, 2007
We got some of the merchandise from the Boston Gift Show, including unusual T-shirts and belt buckles. It all happened so fast that Bruce is still amazed at the results. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Collecting Claus Dec 15, 2007
" She found this to be the case last month when she and a couple of her friends with the Clarke-Oconee Genealogical Society placed the bulk of her Santa collection into the glass cases at the Athens-Clarke County Library. Abbe has showcased her array of figurines there since 1998, when she had but 75 to spread out in the walled-cases lining the hallway outside the second-floor Heritage Room. Now, visitors begin taking in her nearly 300 Santas seconds after they walk in the doors. In vertical... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Fashionista designed costumes for top Hollywood films Dec 10, 2007
When Lee directed "Brokeback Mountain" in 2005, which brought him an Academy Award, Allen created the costumes for a modern Western-wear look of cowboy boots, lean, snap-button shirts and chunky belt buckles. "Plain old Western wear . . . hit the fashion bull's-eye," a New York Times fashion reviewer wrote of the movie. (Los Angeles Times)
Craig-Martin, Who Taught Damien Hirst, Makes Comeback in Solo Show at 66 Dec 7, 2007
Spread over them are line drawings of open umbrellas, belt buckles and sports shoes. Each object represents a letter of the alphabet: A is for umbrella (the show's title), X is for bottle, and E is for metronome. (Bloomberg -- UK)
'Dramatic' ancient burials found Nov 22, 2007
Mr Sherlock, an archaeologist since 1979, said: "Whilst human bone does not survive because of the acidic soils, a range of high status jewellery was found, including glass beads, pottery, iron knives and belt buckles. "Five of the graves had gold and silver brooches and a further burial had a seax, a type of Anglo-Saxon sword. " One of the graves also contained a gold brooch "unparalleled" in Anglo-Saxon England, he added. The Teesside coroner will now carry out an inquest to confirm the find... (BBC News -- Science)
All the right moves Nov 16, 2007
He said cadets are more likely to standout when they have a little extra shine on their shoes and belt buckles. Top Program. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Massive Theft Feared At Reagan Library Nov 9, 2007
It is also supposed to include a large collection of ornamented Western belt buckles given to the president over the years by admirers who knew of his attachment to his ranch - but nobody's quite sure if it's still there or not. The library has accepted the audit's criticisms and is working to fix the problems. (CBS News -- Evening News)
The talk of the Reagan library Nov 9, 2007
The library also displays gifts from ordinary people, some playing to Reagan's penchant for such Western gear as heavy belt buckles, while others -- such as a brooch that spells out "Just Say No" in rhinestones -- were directed to the first lady ... Many of those gazing at exhibits on topics as diverse as the Cold War and belt buckles -- about 200 were on display -- wondered about the apparent disorganization. (Los Angeles Times)
New ‘Tony Hawk' doesn't skate on past success Nov 3, 2007
You can style your skater to your liking, and roving Ground does justice to the rather fashion-conscious lifestyle of skateboarding by letting players juggle full selections of hats, shoes and even belt buckles. As they earn points on the streets, players can widen their wardrobe choices and make their character even more haute skature. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
`Powerhouse' Mishkin May Provide Clues to Bernanke Plans on Interest Rates Oct 31, 2007
His father, Sidney, whose parents emigrated from Russia and who died in 1991, built a fortune making clothing accessories such as belt buckles. Sidney and his brother also took control of the maker of Phillies cigars in the 1950s. (Bloomberg)
Fashion statement for the tech-savvy: computers to wear Oct 16, 2007
The computers displayed come in many forms, and are worked into the structure of things from tank tops to belt buckles. The benefits are many, said researcher Oliver Amft, who represents the Wearable Computing Lab of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich. (Boston University Daily Free Press, MA)
County police plan advances Oct 14, 2007
taxpayer wrote on Oct 14, 2007 7:21 AM:" How can anyone take the sheriff's office deputies seriously?? did you ever see the belt buckles they have to wear?? ". insider. (Carroll County Times, MD)
Police: Parents key to stopping gang activity Oct 11, 2007
Other indicators are belt buckles with the number 13 on them, or initials on clothing that don't match the youngster's real initials, Chisholm said. Chisholm said the average age of gang members is still from 16 to the mid-20s. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Faux bull riding at Axis/Radius Saturday Oct 5, 2007
Can the men wear belt buckles big enough. Can they all stay on the bull long enough. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Carroll: Fundamentalism Sep 20, 2007
There's no "God with us" on the belt buckles of cops. God gets invoked in war, because it's a much more extreme state of the human condition. (Zmag.org)
Buckle up! It'll cost you $700 Sep 5, 2007
It'll cost you $700 - 09/05/2007 - MiamiHerald (The Miami Herald)
Rally kick-starts in Delta Aug 25, 2007
Frank grew up in Colorado Springs but travels coast to coast vending knives, belt buckles and hair ornaments at biker rallies. He s been to Sturgis 38 times. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Saddle up for family fun at the Western Connection Ranch Aug 25, 2007
They are riding for belt buckles. If you can't get out to the Little Britches Rodeo, visit Western Connection Ranch for a trail ride. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
Medicine Lodge teen wins at National High School Finals rodeo Aug 23, 2007
In addition to winning the championship title, Christensen received approximately $2,000 in college scholarships, a saddle, monogrammed horse blankets and belt buckles, a free pair of boots, a team jacket and a large framed Western Horseman print. In addition to the championship, Christensen s speed won the Fast Time of the Rodeo which included a $500 scholarship and an engraved breast collar concho. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
»Richmond school policy specifies what students can wear on campus Aug 19, 2007
Graphics, metal decorations (spikes and studs), or labels are unacceptable on all belts and belt buckles. Must be an appropriate length and not hang below the straddle. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Siskiyou cowboys rope in three fair rodeo titles Aug 16, 2007
Fort Jones' Larry Ferreira, Etna's Roy Johnson and Montague's Billy Holland each came away with golden belt buckles on Saturday night, making the ride home on the three a lot more enjoyable. Cottonwood cowgirl Nellie Williams was the all-around winner despite no event wins. (Mount Shasta News, CA)
Shoppers to get annual tax break from the state Aug 16, 2007
Not included are accessory items, baseball cleats and pants, belt buckles, football pants, golf gloves, purses, helmets, fabric and jewelry. In the past, children s backpacks were excluded, but the rules have changed this year. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
What is NOT tax-free? Aug 15, 2007
Belt buckles (without belt). Boots - climbing, fishing, rubber work boots, ski, waders. (KHOU.com, TX)
Nebraskans Stream Across River For Tax Break Aug 4, 2007
For instance, belt buckles are taxed if they're sold separately but if the belt is attached to other clothing, there is no tax. Most sporting goods are taxed, such as helmets and protective pads, but aerobic clothing and athletic socks are not taxed. (7 KETV Omaha)
Sales tax holiday begins today through Sunday Aug 4, 2007
The term shall not include watches, watchbands, jewelry, handbags, handkerchiefs, umbrellas, scarves, ties, headbands, or belt buckles. chool supplies - any item normally used by students in a standard classroom for educational purposes, including but not limited to, textbooks, notebooks, paper, writing instruments, crayons, art supplies, rulers, book bags, backpacks, handheld calculators, chalk, maps, and globes. (Moberly Monitor-Index, MO)
Tax holiday info Aug 3, 2007
Clothing does not include watches, watchbands, jewelry, handbags, handkerchiefs, umbrellas, scarves, ties, headbands, or belt buckles. Personal computers priced at $3,500 or less: Personal computers include a laptop, desktop, or tower computer system which consists of a central processing unit, random access memory, a storage drive, a display monitor, and a keyboard and devices designed for use in conjunction with a personal computer, such as a disk drive, memory module, compact disk drive,... (Skieston Standard Democrat, MO)
NYC & Company and WNBC's Perri Peltz Find Southern Charm in New York City Aug 1, 2007
For 27 years, Billy Martin's USA has specialized in authentic clothing from the South and West, including Cowboy boots, belt buckles and home furnishings. Billy Martin's recently opened a New York City store located on the Upper East Side. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Dont flip your wig over the Sales Tax Holiday Jul 27, 2007
For example, wigs, hairnets (which went out of fashion with grandma s generation), purses and belt buckles are on the not approved list. Making the approved list are things like aprons, athletic supporters, bathing suits and caps, diapers for adults and children, costumes, formal wear, wedding apparel, garters, garter belts and girdles. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Standard dress required, or students have option to leave Jul 26, 2007
The school posted a long list of other rules, including a ban on belt buckles with initials and warned that inappropriate items would be confiscated. Related offers. (WorldNetDaily)
Music Store Robbers Caught On Tape In Broomfield Jul 21, 2007
They were able to leave with money, a laptop computer, belt buckles and a cellular phone. The men reportedly showed a silver colored handgun during their armed robbery at Juarez Music, located at 1370 Hwy 287. (CBS 4, CO)
Sales tax holiday set for Aug. 3-5 Jul 20, 2007
Clothing Accessories: belt buckles (sold separately), briefcases, cosmetics, costume masks (sold separately), hair notions (barrettes, hair bows, etc), handbags, handkerchiefs, jewelry, patches and emblems (sold separately), sewing equipment. Supplies (pins (patterns, scissors, tape measures, etc), sewing materials (thread, fabric, buttons, zippers, etc), sun glasses, eye glasses, contacts (prescription or nonprescription), umbrellas, wallets, watches, wigs and hair pieces. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
New name aside, it's business as usual at the JCB Galleria Mall Jul 6, 2007
Belt buckles of all sizes, shapes and colors line the counter of a clothing shop at the Jimmy Carter Boulevard Galleria Mall in Norcross. VALENTINO MAURICIO/AJC. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES Jun 19, 2007
A: You have one of the fake "Tiffany" belt buckles that were made in England and flooded the market in the 1960s and '70s. They were not even reproductions of originals. (Orlando Sentinel)
Sunday Business Jun 17, 2007
Long relegated to the sidelines of pop culture, used for belt buckles, biker fashion, bar ware and little else, tattoo art is shedding its renegade image. . (New York Post -- Business)
Bones found in Vicksburg park may belong to 92-year-old man Jun 11, 2007
Because thousands of soldiers were entrenched along the lines, ammunition, weapons, belt buckles and buttons have been found around the park. The park and its roads are closed at night. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Crime Gangs, Horns Demand Threaten African Rhinos Jun 7, 2007
The Chinese have historically used horns for various medical purposes such as reducing fever, but also to make horn buttons, belt buckles, hair pins and talismans. In Yemen, another major market, rhino horn daggers convey the high status of the owner. (Planet Ark, United States)
Paris Hilton Checks Into Jail Jun 5, 2007
A sign near the visitor's entrance reads: "Gang attire (jackets, hats, belt buckles), purses, pens, lighters and umbrellas are not allowed past the lobby. Please leave them, at your own risk, or secure them in a locker or your vehicle.". The jail, a two-story concrete building next to train tracks and beneath a bustling freeway, has been an all-female facility since March 2006. (Time.com)
Paris Hilton checks into Los Angeles County jail Jun 4, 2007
A sign near the visitor's entrance reads: "Gang attire (jackets, hats, belt buckles), purses, pens, lighters and umbrellas are not allowed past the lobby. Please leave them, at your own risk, or secure them in a locker or your vehicle." ... A sign near the visitor's entrance reads: "Gang attire (jackets, hats, belt buckles), purses, pens, lighters and umbrellas are not allowed past the lobby. Please leave them, at your own risk, or secure them in a locker or your vehicle.". (Lompoc Record, CA)
Airport Security Travel Attire May 22, 2007
Dress in Stylish Comfort with Metal Detectors in Mind. Dress comfortably for the plane, and simply for the security checkpoints. (Suite101.com)
A hairy competition May 19, 2007
Yesterday's Death Notices. Weather Sponsored By. (Santa Maria Times)
Elling: Sabbatini shakes things up at The Players May 11, 2007
In the media guide, Rory jokingly listed one of his hobbies as "becoming a Texan," and he's well on his way, since the Dallas resident's chrome belt buckles look like something a rodeo champion would wear. Just last week on the driving range at Wachovia, Amy showed up with a new belt a few moments before the final round. (CBS News)
10 uses for audio cassettes May 10, 2007
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FINDING EMO NOT SO EASY AMONG CLIQUES May 2, 2007
They sport tight pants, dyed hair, belt buckles, big glasses, stripes and polka dots and listen to hard core, electric punk, or techno music. But instead of an air of glumness, the group of girls chatters with excitement and energy. (The Union Democrat)
An abundance of insights Apr 29, 2007
This conspicuous adornment includes jewelry rings, wristbands and watches, oversize belt buckles, lanyards, metal studs, etc. as well as prominent tattoos. (Los Angeles Times)
