Gwinnett Magazine Staff

Most-Wanted Styles for Summer ‘11

For Women – Function Meets Femininity for Ultra-Sleek Style

As temperatures rise this summer, let your wardrobe rise to the occasion with Belk’s Most-Wanted Summer 2011 fashion picks. Flowy Bohemian-inspired summer silhouettes pair with tailored and sleek closet staples to create a look that is fierce and wearable all day. From shorts in every hemline to soft, sweet tops that’ll catch everyone’s eye, Belk’s Most Wanted Summer 2011 is all about femininity and functionality.

1. Long Skirt – From midi to maxi- make way for longer lengths. Sweeping hemlines give a nod to the 70’s. To complete the Bohemian look, just add a jean jacket and a load of bangles.

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Gwinnett Magazine Staff

Should You Get Nipped and Tucked?

Jane Baskin thinks that if you don’t like what you see in the mirror, you should feel free to change it.

“I’m a big advocate of what I call Life 2.0,” said Baskin, a former social worker, anti-aging advocate and author of Jane of the Jungle. “What I’m referring to is the third stage of life, or the second stage of middle age. Because of the extended life span and the ability to prolong youth with medicine, diet, exercise and plastic surgery, old age is postponed.” She continues, “Life 2.0 is that time between cresting middle age and getting old. It should be as vital a time as youth. And if you feel young, you should look young, too.”

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Gwinnett Magazine Staff

Beauty Tips on a Budget

Tiffany Fluhme, CEO of Fluhme Beauty and plastic surgery physician assistant, doesn’t believe women have to deny themselves to help balance the checkbook.

“The problem is, when a woman cuts out key items of her beauty and wellness regimen – makeup, skin care, her gym membership, etc. – it will definitely have an impact on how she feels about herself. It can affect her job, her friendships and even her relationships. That’s why I think it’s important for women to find ways to replace some of the more costly personal care activities with budget-conscious substitutes.”

Fluhme believes that women who routinely take care of themselves, tend to feel more confident and possess better self-esteem, which will reflect positively at work and at home.

 
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Carl House Hosts Premier Bridal Event

Photo by John Campbell Photography

The Carl House, an event venue located in Auburn, Ga., is hosting a bridal event on Feb. 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. Showcasing some of the ‘best of the best’ vendors in the industry, this event invites brides to tour the property and meet with the experts that will make their special day sparkle.

The event vendors include: Savvi Formalwear/Anya Bridal Wearhouse; Carl House Florals; Spectrum Entertainment; Authentic Beauty Studio; Perfect Wedding Guide; Sugar Kneads; Bowman Photography; Atlanta Magazine; Hampton Inn; Carl House Photo Booth; EcceDesgin Studio, LLC; Kike Morales Photography; A Sound Occasion; Atlanta DJ; and Peavy Entertainment.

 
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Best New Drama…

Designer Angela Cain recently created this dramatic living room for a client

While most Gwinnettians have put their decorating plans on hold over the last year or so, there’s a hot new trend that’s adding a whole lot of drama to some homes across town.

We went behind the scenes with Angela Cain, owner of Nouveaute/Angela Cain Interiors in Duluth about the look – which she recently created for a client in the area.

“This is a leading edge black and white scheme with punches of gold,” said Angela, who’s been wowing the interiors of homes and businesses for 27 years. “The look is a very popular trend especially with the younger market. It’s clean and classic, yet eye catching.”

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Spring ’11 Fashion Trends? They’re Wearable!

Just when our boring little old closets from last season couldn’t take it any more, we checked in with Glamour magazine to find out what trends fashion editors there had their fingers on this spring…and guess what? Surprise! These looks are pretty, they’re flattering on most everyone – and they’re all absolutely 100 percent wearable.

Here are 16 looks Glamour says you’ll love to wear this season! Bye, bye boring…hello hot.

1960s coats
A-line coats in bright, cheeky colors – like canary yellow and tangerine.

70s dresses
Slinky, satiny Studio 54 dance floor in sophisticated colors like ink, emerald or sapphire.

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Gwinnett Magazine Staff

What I Want – Guys

Guys, it’s time to make your holiday wish list! Check out this selection of the latest and greatest in electronics and gadgets.

iPad Case with Bluetooth Keyboard
Turn your iPad into a netbook with this cool gadget. It’s a leather iPad case with a Bluetooth enabled keyboard. While it fits perfectly with the iPad, the keyboard is also compatible with the iPhone 4, iPhone 3G S and other devices that have Bluetooth capabilities.
$98.90 www.shop.brando.com


Casio EX-H20GCan’t remember where you took that awesome vacation photo? This cool camera by Casio can solve your problem. It is the world’s first Hybrid GPS enabled digital camera that can geotag your photos and videos, point out places of interest and sightseeing spots, and use GPS to display your current location.
$349.99 www.exilim.casio.com


 
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What I Want

From cutesy flats that will relieve worn-out tootsies to fun gardens in a can, these are unique gift ideas for the women in your life this holiday.

Dr. Scholl’s Fast Flats Dance the night away without giving in to painful high heels with these cool, chic flats. Dr. Scholl’s Fast Flats are portable and come in a cute wristlet that can double as a purse on a night on the town. The best part is that they cost less than $10 and can be bought at most drug stores!cake. That’s a sweet tradition you won’t want to miss, so plan to freeze that portion.
$9.99 www.Facebook.com/drschollsforher


 
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Gadgets and Gizmos

Don’t know what to get your teen this holiday? Here are a few helpful hints. These goodies will help prevent driver distraction, add a little pizzazz to your teen’s electronics and incorporate novelty with fun computer speakers and Web cams.

SMS Replier
Help your teen avoid the (illegal) temptation to talk on the phone or send a text while driving with the SMS Replier. Just download the application to their smart phone and it will automatically send anyone who texts or calls a message that they are driving and will return their text or call soon. But if you absolutely have to get in contact with them, there’s a “Drive 5″ feature that will notify your teen with a special ring that you are trying to reach them so that they can pull over and return your call immediately.
$19.95 www.smsreplier.com

 
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Gwinnett Magazine Staff

Are You a Nontraditional Bride?

Congratulations on your upcoming nuptials! Now it’s time to get to work planning your wedding. In the most simplistic terms, your wedding is a celebration of your commitment to your fiancé. Although there is a lot of tradition associated with weddings in regards to the white dress, chicken or fish dinner menu and the cake, think about what want. This really is your day and it should be a reflection of you and your future spouse.  Here are a few non-traditional ideas for a wedding:

The Cake
Choose a bakery that reflects your  taste. Some couples skip the traditional wedding cake and serve pie, cupcakes or something else sweet. Take time to really think about what you want for your wedding day.  However, if you do decide to go traditional and get a wedding cake, tradition dictates on your first wedding anniversary, you and your spouse eat the top of your wedding cake. That’s a sweet tradition you won’t want to miss, so plan to freeze that portion.

 
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