Spring/Summer 2013 Footwear Trends

Posted by on May 7, 2013 in Fashion News |

5There is a general trend when it comes to footwear this spring and summer, it’s becoming more refined. Style sensibility is what has been changed and its less coarse, clunky and chunky, in particular when it comes to the heel shape. Visually, footwear looks more tailored and elegant. Also, other shoes like boots, shooties, sneakers and booties have more refined versions. So, what is trendy this summer and spring? If you take a look at the Fall 2013 runways, you’ll see that many of these styles apply to Fall, too. 

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Is Wearing Leather ever OK?

Posted by on May 6, 2013 in Clothing |

leather ethicalMost people like wearing leather jackets and shoes on the grounds that leather is a byproduct of the meat industry. This is true to some extent, but not every type of the leather is ethical. According to some statistics, more than a billion cows are being killed for meat annually and the skin sale provides around 20% of total revenues from an individual animal. However, ostrich leather provides 80% of the carcass value, while when it comes to the reptiles, they are almost always killed only because of their skin (almost 100% of the carcass’ value).

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Leather Jackets for Men

Posted by on May 1, 2013 in Fashion Tips |

james deanLeather jackets for men may give your overall look an instant lift, they are practical, in particular in colder seasons. However, try to avoid the common mistakes when buying a leather jacket and you will surely look attractive and handsome. Who would say no to John Travolta, Marlon Brando or James Dean? Times change, but some clothing items simply never go out of style and they make women (and men) go wild! Men can easily look like fashion klutzes when it comes to wearing leather jackets, because the rigth kind of body build and an amount of swag to look good when wearing this clothing item. We will advice you what not to do if you are planning to wear leather jackets soon.

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